Financial Analyst Intermediate

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is looking to hire an experienced Financial Analyst to provide detailed financial and cost analysis for SRNL Research and Operations organizations. Applies a theoretical knowledge base to work to achieve goals through own work. Characterized by specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education. May provide guidance to others using technical expertise. Requires the application of expertise in professional area(s) to achieve results. Positions within the Professional Career Band typically require a university degree or equivalent work experience that provides knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts. Responsible for a wide range of activities including gathering data, organizing information, analyzing historical results, making forecasts and projections, making recommendations, and generating Excel models, presentations, and reports.

This role demands a proactive approach to financial and cost analysis, ensuring that funds are meticulously maintained and that all variances are addressed promptly and efficiently. The ability to work under limited supervision and apply sufficient techniques are essential for the successful execution of the responsibilities associated with this position.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and reporting to support SRNL activities.
• Interact with management and/or research staff to develop and manage projects and tasks for various scopes of work.
• Organize, develop, and maintain funds control, financial analysis, and forecasting applications.
• Prepare status and management reports that identify variances within the work execution strategy and recommend effective solutions.
• Utilize tools to maintain cost control throughout the life cycle of programs, operating under limited supervision.

Key Activities:

• Develop, implement, analyze, and maintain comprehensive project funding and execution baselines based on thorough analysis of project requirements by applying analysis and business system techniques to support customer.
• Assist in generating, checking, and analyzing data for accuracy while maintaining orderly records to ensure data audit trails are intact.
• Develop cost report formats as per internal and/or external customer requirements.
• Analyze cost trends to identify and troubleshoot potential problem areas proactively.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in a relevant field with 4-6 years of experience required.
• Strong foundation in theoretical knowledge and functional expertise generally obtained through formal education.
• Advanced communication skills to effectively address complicated topics.
• Demonstrated ability to apply common sense to resolve routine issues.
• Experience in generating and analyzing Excel models, presentations, and reports.
• Proficiency in developing internal alliances with team members outside the immediate department.
• Demonstrated understanding of organizational processes and their collaborative nature.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and adhering to policies and standards.
• Ability to maintain an appropriate level of government security clearance for which U.S. citizenship is legally required.

"We put science to work!"

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation's environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.

Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:

*Benefits vary based upon employment status

• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
• AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
• Savings & Investment plan:
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  • Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
  • Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
  
  
• Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
• Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Plan
• SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the "About" tab at www.srnl.doe.gov.

BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.