Senior Budget Analyst

Brookhaven National Laboratory•Ridge, NY

3d•$106,850 - $160,250•Hybrid

About The Position

The Business Services Directorate (BSD) provides high-quality business services to support the Lab's research initiatives by participating in cross-functional teams with a focus on risk mitigation and cost management, which is a critical component to the Lab's success. Led by the Chief Financial Officer, Brookhaven’s Business Services Directorate includes the Budget Office, Fiscal Services Division, Digital Transformation Office, Procurement & Property Management Division, Chief Financial Office, and the Business Operations Offices. The Directorate manages a broad range of financial activities, including the planning and implementation of the Lab’s fiscal matters and its approximately $900 million annual budget. The Business Services Directorate (BSD) has an opening for a Senior Budget Analyst position within the Budget Office. This individual will report to the Business Operations Manager for Indirect Programs. The mission of the Budget Office at Brookhaven National Laboratory is to provide the Laboratory an efficient, cost-effective, and mission focused environment in which to accept funding and control costs for a total operating budget of $900 million. The Budget Office ensures the laboratory’s financial policies, budget allocations, and distribution of costs maximizing mission performance. The responsibilities for this office include: Recommend and implement financial policy for the laboratory. Ensure the proper distribution of costs in support of the missions of the Laboratory. Interpret and implement Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). Prepare BNL’s CAS Disclosure Statement and ensure compliance. Develop and implement indirect rates. Review and approve all standard rates and oversee for proper distribution. Receive and disburse all funds coming into the Laboratory. Oversee execution of the Laboratory’s budget and funds control. Provide AD-Hoc, Classroom, and On-line Training. Budget formulation, planning, and reporting in support of management decision making. Budget Systems development, maintenance, and support. The candidate will perform or support a wide variety of financial functions for the Budget Office, including, but not limited to: financial analysis, institutional cost reporting, incurred cost submission, indirect cost pools reporting and analysis, review rate development, preparation of financial summaries for management, periodic reviews, and all Laboratory planning exercises.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance/business, or directly related field, or equivalent experience based on 2:1 (experience: college) years.
Minimum of six (6) years full-time, relevant experience in a substantive role in the accounting/financial field that demonstrates a detailed knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)/Cost Account Standards (CAS), variance analysis, and project reporting, including knowledge of budget planning, procurement processes, A/P, A/R, travel, etc.
Advanced communication (oral and written), interpersonal relationship management, and presentation skills.
In depth knowledge of financial principles including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis.
Proficient in Microsoft Office including intermediate skills with Excel and databases.
Applies independent judgment that demonstrates ability to prioritize and effectively deal with deadlines.
Ability to identify and resolve issues encountered within own area of responsibility; act proactively to develop solutions and provide recommendations to avoid problems.
Ability to establish and maintain routine contacts with stakeholders.
Ability to provide detailed and complex information that will be used to make decisions of business consequence.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with PeopleSoft Financial systems, policies, and procedures along with the ability to generate queries and reports.
Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements as related to areas of responsibility
Familiarity with Workday.
Familiarity with Power Business Intelligence.
Knowledge of BNL policies and procedures.
Master’s degree in accounting or finance, or closely related field, to include a core of relevant courses.

Responsibilities

Developing and maintaining financial reports for the Laboratory adhering to a deadline driven environment.
Indirect program analysis working with internal and external customers.
Prepare, review, analyze all indirect institutional reporting.
Tracking overall performance of indirect programs ensuring alignment, accuracy, and consistency of financial data with organizational goals.
Adherence to Cost Accounting Standards, CAS Disclosure Statement, BSA’s business rules, allowable cost monitoring, and compliance.
Internal and external audit support as needed.
Operating in a team environment and remaining flexible with assignments.
Development and documentation of procedural improvements and problem resolution as needed.