At Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL), we’re here for the same mission – to bring science solutions to the world. Join our team and YOU will play a supporting role in our goal to address global challenges!

We are hiring a full-time financial accountant within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) which is an important role for supporting the finance and accounting operations.

Why join Berkeley Lab?

We like to take care of our team. In addition to benefits you would expect from a top employer, you can also count on:

Work for Berkeley Lab that is associated with 16 Nobel Prize winners!

• Competitive pay: $97,000 - $110,000 depending on experience and years
• Opportunities to grow in your career (91% of the Controller’s leadership team has been promoted from within)
• A culture where you’ll belong. We are invested in our teams! Our average tenure for the Controller’s team is 10 years
• Including vacations and holidays, we have a Winter Holiday Shutdown every year
• Parental bonding leave (for both mothers and fathers)
• Family care leave
• Pet insurance

What you’ll do:

This is an exciting opportunity to have a high level of impact and work for an organization associated with 14 Nobel Prizes! You may take part, not only in the broad range of accounting activities including: banking, property accounting, internal/external reporting, auditing support, compliance, monthly closes and special projects, but also getting your feet wet in analysis, synthesizing, and accounting research!

We are seeking an experienced accountant (4+ years). You are expected to:

• Come up with new approaches, perform assignments and make decisions with direction from your supervisor.
• Complete complex financial statement analysis including responsibility for various general ledger account reconciliations; acting in the capacity as preparer.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business, and/or the equivalent of a minimum of 4 years related experience in financial and/or cost accounting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in performing financial functions including: preparation and posting of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, financial statement analysis, financial report preparation, variance analysis and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Must live within 150 miles of Berkeley. This role is currently 100% work from home, but in the future may need to come in at times.

Desired knowledge/experience:

• CPA or audit experience is a plus, but not required.

*The posting shall remain open until the position is filled*

Notes:

• This is a full-time, M-F, exempt from overtime pay (monthly paid), career appointment.
• Salary is commensurate with experience.
• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.

Based on University of California Policy - SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program and U.S Federal Government requirements, Berkeley Lab requires that all members of our community obtain the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as they are eligible. As a condition of employment at Berkeley Lab, all Covered Individuals must Participate in the COVID-19 Vaccination Program by providing proof that vaccination requirements have been met or submitting a request for Exception or Deferral. Visit covid.lbl.gov for more information.

Berkeley Lab is committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) and strives to continue building community with these shared values and commitments. Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We heartily welcome applications from women, minorities, veterans, and all who would contribute to the Lab's mission of leading scientific discovery, inclusion, and professionalism. In support of our diverse global community, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity and IDEA Information Links:

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‘Benefits and Perks’ can be found at the Berkeley Lab recruitment website: https://recruiting.lbl.gov/benefits/