Job Information
National Renewable Energy Laboratory Accounting Professional in Golden, Colorado
Posting Title
Accounting Professional
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Location
CO - Golden
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Position Type
Regular
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Hours Per Week
40
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Working at NREL
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.
From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.
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Job Description
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. Within the Office of the CFO, the Accounting department works closely with each of the lab's 7 Directorates to advise and execute the full array of accounting services to meet our research and development project needs.
NREL’s indirect rates and standard labor rates are developed by the Financial Planning and Analysis Group. The Accounting Professional will serve as an integral part of monitoring the accuracy of applied rates within NREL’s accounting system. The Accounting Professional will be responsible for performing reconciliations of applied rates to approved rates, identifying any necessary updates or changes to accounting records, and submitting adjusting entries, to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), federal accounting standards (SFFAS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), applicable laws, regulations, DOE contractual requirements, and NREL and Alliance policies and procedures. The Accounting Professional will work closely with the FP&A Rates and Pricing Team and the Internal Controls and Compliance Team to assist in identifying any corrections or systematic issues that may impact NREL’s compliance with the approved disclosure statement or CAS as a result of misapplication of approved rates and assist in any required systematic or process changes. Additionally, as the Accounting Professional with NREL, you will also be responsible for monitoring compliance with multi-state sales and use tax, multi-state income tax withholding, and foreign payment withholding for the organization.
Ensure compliance with government Cost Accounting Standards, and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
Interpret and assist in the implementation Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
Assist in the preparation of NREL’s CAS Disclosure Statement and ensuring compliance.
Assist in the annual government cost proposal as needed.
Assist in system entry, monitoring, and reconciliation of all indirect rates.
Ensure all adjustments to indirect rates are following policy and NREL’s CAS disclosure statement.
Perform complex financial analysis and reconciliations of data including approved rates for billing and cost proposal.
Assist in the preparation of the annual Incurred Cost Submission.
Prepare external and internal ad hoc financials and accounting report requests.
Provide support for internal and external audit requests as needed.
Ensure processes are established and operating effectively to record transactions to ensure they are accurately reflected in the accounting records in compliance with GAAP, other accounting guidelines and internal policies and procedures.
Manage and maintain sales tax exemption certificates.
Make nexus determinations for exempt purchases.
Evaluate tax treaty claims for foreign payment withholding.
Review and approve withholding amounts on invoices for all international payments, with an awareness of IRS withholding agent responsibilities.
Prepare 1042 and 1042-S income tax withholding filings.
Perform research related to new tax laws and/or tax planning projects.
Assisting members of the accounting team with projects on an ad-hoc basis.
Other accounting and financial operations duties as assigned.
The successful candidate will be a continuous learner, thinks critically towards complex analysis, takes initiative and has attention to detail. We are looking for someone who can contribute with a high standard of CAS compliance and contribute towards process and reporting improvements for the OCFO. This role focuses on fast-paced and highly diverse set of challenges on a daily basis - no two days are the same. This team is viewed as valuable business advisors to provide consultation across the lab, so we can continue to do our highly accountable and good work on researching renewables and energy efficiency technology.
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Basic Qualifications
Professional III - Accounting - Relevant Bachelor's Degree and 5 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience in accounting, finance, taxation or similar field. Or, relevant Master's Degree and 3 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience in accounting, finance, taxation or similar field. Or, relevant PhD or equivalent relevant education/experience in accounting, finance, taxation or similar field. Or, relevant JD or equivalent relevant education/experience in accounting, finance, taxation or similar field.
Professional II - Accounting - Relevant Bachelor's Degree and 2 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience in accounting, finance, taxation or similar field. Or, relevant Master's Degree or equivalent relevant education/experience in accounting, finance, taxation or similar field.
* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
Additional Required Qualifications
Working knowledge of accounting and financial concepts and principles. Demonstrated knowledge and experience to interpret and apply GAAP and CAS; financial accounting and cost accounting; developing, interpreting and applying financial policies and procedures. Comprehensive knowledge of accounting systems with the ability to effectively analyze account activity across all accounting processes. Strong organizational skills and demonstrated experience working as a team member in a deadline driven environment. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to effectively present detailed and complex information in an understandable manner. Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to proactively identify issues and solution implementation. Intermediate level data aggregation and spreadsheet skills. Ability to handle multiple responsibilities concurrently and have the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience with Oracle financial applications.
Prior government contractor experience is a plus - familiarity with the FAR and CAS.
Demonstrated experience and knowledge to interpret and apply GAAP and CAS; financial accounting and cost accounting; developing, interpreting and applying financial policies and procedures.
Masters in Accounting is a plus.
Licensed CPA or CPA Candidate is a plus.
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Job Application Submission Window
The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.
Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)
Job Profile: Professional III / Annual Salary Range: $73,200 - $120,800
Job Profile: Professional II / Annual Salary Range: $63,600 - $104,900
NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
Benefits Summary
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.
* Based on eligibility rules
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If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.
Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
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The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is a leader in the U.S. Department of Energy’s effort to secure an environmentally and economically sustainable energy future. With locations in Golden and Boulder, Colorado, and a satellite office in Washington, D.C., NREL is the primary laboratory for research, development, and deployment of renewable energy technologies in the United States.
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Drug Free Workplace
NREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.
If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.
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