Contracting Professional 3

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory•Richland, WA

About The Position

This position is essential to managing the development and securing the approvals of Inter Contractor Work Orders (ICW) necessary to support the lab’s cutting-edge research. Inter-contractor work is performed between one DOE organization and another DOE organization. The Business Services Directorate (BSD) provides crucial financial, procurement and sales, and project management services to PNNL, as required under our management and operations contract for operating the Lab on behalf of the Department of Energy. Our goal in offering these services is to ensure efficient, effective, and compliant business operations that enhance PNNL's scientific impact. BSD presents exciting opportunities for financial professionals seeking career growth. We foster a dynamic environment where individuals can develop their skills, take on leadership roles, and contribute to high-impact projects. By working with multidisciplinary teams, professionals have the chance to broaden their expertise, engage in continuous learning, and advance their careers while contributing to the groundbreaking scientific work at PNNL.

Requirements

BS/BA and 5 years of relevant experience -OR- MS/MA or higher and 3 years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Experience with PNNL business systems and processes, specifically the Work Authorization & Lifecycle System (WALS) and Oracle, Purchasing and Expense System (PES).
Experience with the DOE Payment and Collection System (DOE-PAC).
Advanced knowledge of software including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and Power BI.
Experience with Oracle project, financial, and accounting systems.
Experience in industry or DOE national laboratories engaging DOE federal oversight on financial and contractual compliance matters.
Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and Office of Management and Budget Circulars (A-11 and A-123).
Arrives at solutions by following defined policies and procedures.
Analyzes and interprets financial/accounting data and reports results.
Ability to work independently with limited oversight.

Responsibilities

Coordinate ICW actions with other DOE organizations. Coordinate and manage approvals. Ensure process follows DOE Orders and Policies. Facilitate approval process between PNNL and DOE-PNSO.
Execute routine actions to add funding or time to projects, closeout projects, or answer questions about the funding on projects.
Maintain the integrity of the ICW process, funding actions, and funds controls.
Interact with internal and external customers.
Perform data analysis and querying from relevant business systems.
Work closely with PNNL Business Offices, project staff, Cost Accounting, Accounts Receivable, DOE HQ, DOE-CSC and DOE-PNSO budget to resolve funding issues.
Provide guidance and technical assistance for ICW proposals in Work Authorization Lifecycle System (WALS). Monitor approval process of ICWs between PNNL and PNSO.
Devise improved methods for business service delivery of funding support, adhering to compliance, and meeting research customer expectations.
It is expected the incumbent will display a high degree of discretion, ability to execute complex tasks, and to operate independently while providing exceptional customer service.