Assistant Business Specialist
Job ID JR101533 Date posted 11/13/2024The Business Services Directorate (BSD) provides high-quality business services to support the Lab's research initiatives by participating in cross-functional teams with a focus on risk mitigation and cost management, which is a critical component to the Lab's success. Led by the Chief Financial Officer, Brookhaven’s Business Services Directorate includes the Budget Office, Fiscal Services Division, Procurement & Property Management Division, Chief Financial Office, and the Business Operations Offices. The Directorate manages a broad range of financial activities, including the planning and implementation of the Lab’s fiscal matters and its approximately $800 million annual budget.
The Business Operations Office of the Business Services Directorate seeks an Assistant Business Specialist for a two-year term, rotational assignment. Responsibilities include providing business, financial or contractual support to a variety of departments/divisions within the Laboratory (Business Offices, Budget Office, Fiscal Services, Procurement and Property Management).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Under general supervision, assignments could typically involve:
Review, coordination, and control of data used for preparation of budgets and forecasts.
Maintenance of routine financial/business records and reports.
Prepare and maintain financial/business office documentation.
Assist in the review and testing of financial internal control documents.
Support various organizations during periods of peak effort (proposal submission, budget submission, year-end processing, etc.).
Duties will vary with the specific assignment.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Bachelor’s degree in a related business discipline, (preferably in accounting, finance, procurement, mathematics, or statistics.) or equivalent experience on the basis of 2:1 (experience: college)
Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with all MS Office products.
Clear and concise oral and written communication skills and effective interaction in a team environment.
Demonstrable problem-solving skills.
Ability to establish positive working relationships at all levels.
Flexible team player with the ability to interact with staff to accomplish objectives and resolve issues.
Ability to prioritize and effectively deal with deadlines.
Must be self-motivated, resourceful and organized, taking ownership of all assigned work.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of BNL policies and procedures.
Knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials, including utilizing its query capability.
Interest in science mission of the Laboratory.
Experience with SharePoint.
Compensation:
Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $65,650 - $95,200 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education, and experience and considered with the internal peer group.
Other Information:
This is a fully onsite position located in Upton, New York.
Brookhaven employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Brookhaven Science Associates is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab. We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class. BSA takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance the employment of minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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