Finance & Accounting Professional 3

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory’s Financial Operations Division within the Business Services Directorate is seeking a finance and accounting professional to support PNNL Travel Services. This role focuses on researching travel-related transactions, analyzing data, resolving routine system and process questions, and assisting both travelers and internal partners to help maintain compliant travel operations.

Based in Richland, WA with an onsite work schedule, the position is eligible for a salary range of USD 86,700 to 134,200 per year. The role requires at least 3 years of relevant experience and a degree in accounting, finance, or business administration (or a related field).

What you will do

• Act as a subject matter expert for the Travel & Expense System and related accounting functions.
• Interpret travel policy, procedures, federal requirements, and system functionality for travelers and internal partners.
• Research and resolve transactional, system, and process issues within the Travel & Expense System.
• Review and analyze travel requests, itineraries, and expense reports to detect discrepancies and determine appropriate resolution.
• Develop and maintain Travel Services reporting and dashboards to monitor travel activity, compliance, trends, and key performance indicators.
• Use Excel and other analytical tools to organize, analyze, and reconcile travel and financial data.
• Perform reconciliations and analyses to ensure accuracy and completeness of travel-related general ledger liabilities.
• Review travel data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Learn and apply Travel Services policies, DOE regulations, internal controls, and system requirements to support compliant operations.
• Support internal control and compliance activities, including documentation gathering, data review, and A-123 testing support.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests by researching travel transactions, validating documentation, and preparing responses.
• Develop and maintain Travel Services procedures, desk guides, training materials, and other documentation.
• Identify and communicate system, workflow, and process improvement opportunities.
• Support travel-system changes, enhancements, testing, and related initiatives.
• Collaborate with Travel Services team members, IT, Financial Operations partners, Business Offices, and other internal stakeholders to exchange information and resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Education: BS/BA or MS/MA in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (or related field).
• Experience: 5 years of relevant accounting experience with a BS/BA, or 3 years with an MS/MA.
• Working knowledge of PNNL financial/accounting systems and software programs.
• Proficiency with Excel, data analysis, and financial or transactional reconciliation.
• Ability to research issues, interpret policy, and provide clear guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accuracy, and adapt to evolving requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Tools & technology

• Excel

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust telehealth care options
• Several mental health benefits and free wellness coaching
• Health savings account and flexible spending accounts
• Basic life insurance and disability insurance*
• Employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Tuition assistance and relocation
• Backup childcare
• Legal benefits
• Supplemental parental bonding leave
• Surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support
• Automatically enrolled in a company-funded pension plan*
• May enroll in a 401(k) savings plan with company match*
• Up to 120 vacation hours per year and ten paid holidays per year

Additional information: Not applicable for hazardous working conditions/environment. This position is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).

Drug-free workplace: PNNL complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. If offered employment, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. Marijuana remains illegal under federal law; a positive test for illegal controlled substances will result in withdrawal of the employment offer.

HSPD-12 PIV credential requirement: New employees must obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identify Verification (PIV) Credential, including successful completion of the applicable tier of federal background investigation and favorable adjudication.

For foreign national candidates: If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and will need a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) Federal risk determination to maintain employment. After meeting the three-year residency requirement, you will need a PIV credential to maintain employment.

Equal employment opportunity: PNNL is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers applicants without regard to protected characteristics under federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. For assistance, contact [email protected].