Staff Accountant II

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory is looking to add an experienced accountant to our Business Operations Department for a 2-year term. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, the Staff Accountant II will be an integral part of the department’s finance and accounting operations. This position will be responsible for a broad range of activities including invoice processing, general ledger reconciliations, preparation for audits, and special projects.

 

**This is a 2-year TERM position at this time. Position does offer benefits.

 

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory is a world-class fusion energy research laboratory managed by Princeton University for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science. PPPL is dedicated to developing the scientific and technological knowledge base for fusion energy. The Laboratory advances the fields of fusion energy and plasma physics research to develop the scientific understanding and key innovations needed to realize fusion as an energy source for the world.

• Process subcontract invoices for payment including the review of each invoice for compliance to the terms and conditions specified on the Key Terms Sheet. Ensures that proper approvals have been obtained and that costs are recorded in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Complete daily batch transmission to Princeton University for payment processing and reconcile the transmission to actual payments issued.
• Financial statement reporting, including non-standard and/or ad hoc, for both internal and external audience.
  
  • Responsible for monthly and year-end close related activities.
• Financial statement analysis including responsibility for various general ledger account reconciliations.
  • Develop and implement solutions to complex accounting problems by in-depth evaluation and analysis.
  • Research, analyze, and correct complex irregularities and reconciling items in system output results and/or reconciliations.
  • Develop, evaluate and implement work methods and transaction documentation for efficiencies, making recommendations for improvements.
• Maintain and update the PPPL Accounting Manual and work instructions for applicable areas of responsibility.
• Responsible for other routine and special projects as requested by General Accounting Manager or Head of Accounting.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
• 1-4 years’ related experience working in Accounting, Finance or related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in the development and maintenance of complex financial spreadsheets and databases containing advanced functions and significant experience in utilizing commercial and/or institutional financial tools.
• Expertise in interpreting and applying financial policies and procedures including the use of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and methodologies.
• Expertise in performing financial functions including: preparation and posting of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, financial statement analysis, financial report preparation and variance analysis.
• Ability to independently research, interpret, analyze, compile, and present data and information.
• Advanced decision making, problem-solving and analytical skills to independently solve complex issues requiring mature judgment, discretion and tact.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal to effectively prepare and deliver financial briefings, documentation, reports and financial advice to Laboratory personnel, and/or other external organizations and agencies.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively explain, negotiate, persuade and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with all levels of personnel, both internal and external to the Laboratory.
• Proven ability to independently devise new approaches, perform assignments and make decisions.
• Ability to work well under pressure and successfully meet hard deadlines/deliverables working outside normal hours as needed.
• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint; and Google Applications

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires bending, reaching, and lifting of office files, reports or records, typically weighing 10 pounds or less.

Working Conditions:

• This position is 90% remote.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO IS THE LAW

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign government talent recruitment program and may be required to withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE Contract.

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10/31/2023

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