OVERVIEW

Longenecker & Associates (L&A), a Geosyntec Company, seeks a motivated Principal Financial Analyst to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions in Aiken, SC.

We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Additional Duties

• Applies and analyzes accounting principles, practices, and procedures as they relate to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) to influence and provide guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
• Assists in preparation of SRNS’s Cost Accounting Standard Board (CASB) Disclosure Statement.
• Assists with preparation and analysis of the Incurred Cost Submission.
• Functions at an advanced level by planning, organizing, and coordinating Government Compliance activities to meet established objectives and schedules.
• Maintain an effective level of communication with internal and external customers such as DOE/NNSA, various Government Auditors, SRNS Management, and Internal Audit on financial matters.
• Identifies and recommends process improvement activities. Participates in working groups and/or department/cross functional organization-wide projects; project planning, defining user requirements. May represent the department in external working groups.
• General Accounting Responsibilities as determined by the CFO organization.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• A Master's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 15 years of practical experience.
• Bachelor's degree(BA or BS) in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 18 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.
• An Associate's degree and 20 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.
• A high school diploma and 22 years of relevant experience would also be considered equivalent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Possesses strong personal computer skills.
• Requires expert proficiency in the use of automated accounting, cost management, scheduling and estimating systems as tools for performing required duties.
• Possesses practical experience in the use of the Site Business systems.
• Expert-level working knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proven experience negotiating complex FAR and CAS issues with government agencies.
• Previous experience working with Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), Government Accountability Office (GAO), Office of Inspector General (OIG), or other similar government auditing entities.Must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

8+ years of government contractor accounting compliance experience

LOCATION

• Savannah River Nuclear Solutions – Aiken, SC.
• Hybrid - Potential to work from home 2 days a week upon approval of CFO leadership. 
• Estimates Hours Per Year: 910 ST / 0 OT
• 7:00am - 4:00pm Est. Hours are subject to change throughout the duration of the position.
• Duration of the Contract: (6) months with the option to extend for (2) additional (6) month option years.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.   

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.