Finance Compliance Specialist 3
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos, NM 87544, USA
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Job Title Finance Compliance Specialist 3
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name Controller Financial Compliance and Metrics (CNTL-FCM)
Minimum Salary 92300
Maximum Salary 151000
What You Will Do
The Controller Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) provides trusted financial services that support national security and the Laboratory's mission. We offer efficient, transparent financial solutions across areas such as accounting, compliance, payroll, benefits, institutional tax, retirement, travel, disbursements, financial reporting, corporate accounting, and business systems. Our specialized groups ensure operational excellence and financial accountability. Driven by integrity, innovation, and collaboration, we continuously strive for world-class financial operations that align with LANL's broader goals. Join us in shaping the future of financial management and supporting our scientific and security missions.
The Controller Division is seeking to hire highly motivated, energetic, and customer-focused Financial Compliance Specialist 3 to support the CNTL-Financial Compliance and Metrics (CNTL-FCM) Group in ensuring compliance with DOE Orders and Directives, Prime Contract requirements, the Financial Managers Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA), OMB Circular A-123, LANL policies, and relevant laws and regulations related to financial processes. Reporting to the CNTL-FCM Group Leader, the selected candidate will be responsible for internal and external audits, conducting internal control evaluations, and recommending corrective actions to address deficiencies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating and implementing a data analytics methodology for the Controller division using PowerBI and/or MicroStrategy. The selected candidate will be a motivated self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and can excel with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
Minimum Job Requirements:
Division Accounting, Technical Knowledge and Expertise
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related degree and 8 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. A master's degree is preferred.
Desired Qualifications:
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year. .
Note to Applicants: Along with your resume, please include a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired qualifications.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
National Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory 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. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type
Contact Details
Contact Name Maestas, Julianita Rebecca (Julia)
Email juliamaestas@lanl.gov
Work Telephone
Job Title Finance Compliance Specialist 3
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name Controller Financial Compliance and Metrics (CNTL-FCM)
Minimum Salary 92300
Maximum Salary 151000
What You Will Do
The Controller Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) provides trusted financial services that support national security and the Laboratory's mission. We offer efficient, transparent financial solutions across areas such as accounting, compliance, payroll, benefits, institutional tax, retirement, travel, disbursements, financial reporting, corporate accounting, and business systems. Our specialized groups ensure operational excellence and financial accountability. Driven by integrity, innovation, and collaboration, we continuously strive for world-class financial operations that align with LANL's broader goals. Join us in shaping the future of financial management and supporting our scientific and security missions.
The Controller Division is seeking to hire highly motivated, energetic, and customer-focused Financial Compliance Specialist 3 to support the CNTL-Financial Compliance and Metrics (CNTL-FCM) Group in ensuring compliance with DOE Orders and Directives, Prime Contract requirements, the Financial Managers Financial Integrity Act (FMFIA), OMB Circular A-123, LANL policies, and relevant laws and regulations related to financial processes. Reporting to the CNTL-FCM Group Leader, the selected candidate will be responsible for internal and external audits, conducting internal control evaluations, and recommending corrective actions to address deficiencies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating and implementing a data analytics methodology for the Controller division using PowerBI and/or MicroStrategy. The selected candidate will be a motivated self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and can excel with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with applicable directives, regulations, and financial policies across the Laboratory.
- Lead and implement data analytics and metrics using PowerBI and/or MicroStrategy
- Support internal and external auditors by preparing and providing financial data and documentation.
- Perform internal control evaluations and identify deficiencies in financial processes.
- Develop and recommend corrective action plans to address identified deficiencies.
- Conduct audits, assessments, and financial analyses, delivering actionable reports and recommendations.
- Research, interpret, and apply financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance and improve processes.
- Collaborate effectively with teams and stakeholders to meet organizational objectives.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements:
Division Accounting, Technical Knowledge and Expertise
- Extensive experience in internal auditing, public accounting, compliance, or related fields.
- Extensive experience of creating data analytics using PowerBI and/or MicroStrategy
- Advanced skills in performing audits, financial assessments, and preparing reports.
- In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) with a focus on internal controls and process improvement.
- Proven ability to identify areas for improvement in internal controls or financial process efficiency.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to independently manage priorities and projects.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with experience presenting complex financial data in an understandable way.
- Proven ability to work under strict deadlines, adapt to shifting priorities, and maintain accuracy and accountability.
- Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, staff, and stakeholders while providing exceptional customer service.
- A dependable team player who thrives in both independent and collaborative environments
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related degree and 8 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. A master's degree is preferred.
Desired Qualifications:
- Significant working knowledge or experience with FASAB, DEAR, FMFIA, OMB, COSO, the GAO Internal Control Standards for the Federal Government or Sarbanes-Oxley.
- Experience with Power BI, Tableau, ACL, or other data analytic software
- Experience working with Oracle Enterprise Business System and Micro-Strategy.
- Professional certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE, etc.) are preferred
- General understanding of federal Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and appropriations law.
- Experience with Government Contractors that could include a National Laboratory or a National Nuclear Security Administration/Department of Energy facility.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year. .
Note to Applicants: Along with your resume, please include a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired qualifications.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
National Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory 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. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type
Contact Details
Contact Name Maestas, Julianita Rebecca (Julia)
Email juliamaestas@lanl.gov
Work Telephone