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Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO) at Fermilab

The expected hiring range for this position is : $171,600.00-$243,867.00. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

About the Role : Fermilab's Finance & Procurement Division seeks a Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO). The Deputy CFO assists the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in providing leadership to support the Laboratory mission. This position supports the development and execution of efficient and effective business services while ensuring compliance with the prime contract and all applicable laws and regulations. The DCFO works closely with senior management to assess and anticipate programmatic changes that may impact service needs, particularly in business support areas such as procurement. The DCFO oversees the Laboratory's system of internal controls over financial and procurement information, including process reengineering and workforce development, in response to identified needs. Additionally, this position serves as a point of contact for matters related to the Office of the CFO, enterprise-wide initiatives, and interactions with the Field Site Office, DOE Headquarters, and Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC. The DCFO assumes the responsibilities of the CFO in their absence.

What Your Day-To-Day As A Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO) At Fermilab Will Look Like :

• Foster an environment and culture that embrace and demonstrate a strong customer service philosophy aligned with contract requirements while cultivating a workforce that is talented, diverse, and engaged.
• Drive consistent application of financial and procurement policies and practices Laboratory-wide to optimize resources and ensure compliance with prescribed practices.
• Stay informed of changes in laws, regulations, standards, and DOE Orders, and implement necessary changes to ensure continued compliance.
• Align field financial teams with the Office of the CFO to ensure appropriate oversight of financial activities and mitigate risks, emphasizing the "One Lab" priority.
• Develop a vision and implement innovative management techniques and systems to enhance the achievement of OCFO objectives.
• Assist the CFO in developing strategies for the Finance Section, including formulating operating plans, performance metrics, and workforce planning, and execute these plans effectively.
• Lead specific projects or programs as assigned, representing the Section and / or the Laboratory on committees, workgroups, and external engagements.
• Directly oversee Finance Section contract deliverables and ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Oversee safety and quality programs for the Finance Section.
• Advise Laboratory management to ensure policies and actions align with Laboratory goals, federal / state laws and regulations, DOE Orders, and the prime contract.
• Assume full management responsibility for the Finance Section in the absence of the CFO.
• Provide supervision or leadership to a team, including responsibilities for hiring, promotions, performance reviews, training, disciplinary actions, and other personnel-related duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Abide by and ensure all duties are performed in accordance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and practices pertinent to the position.

Skills and Attributes for Success :

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

Work Arrangement : Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final. Hybrid : is a work arrangement in which an employee as part of an ongoing regular schedule, works at an alternative worksite in the United States (e.g., an employee's residence) on some days and at the primary worksite on other days. Requires an approved hybrid work request for one or more days a week worked remotely within the United States on a routine basis.

Benefits / Perks : Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including :

Why Fermilab : Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

REAL-ID Requirement for Access to Fermilab Campus Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here : https : / / get-connected.fnal.gov / wp-content / uploads / 2021 / 09 / REALID-Documents.pdf If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.

What To Expect Next : We'll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals.