Internal Controls Manager

Posting Title

Internal Controls Manager

Location

Remote

Position Type

Regular

Hours Per Week

40

Working at NREL

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At NREL, you'll find a mission-driven environment supported by state-of-the-art facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and strong collaborations with industry, academia, and other national laboratories. We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being.

Job Description

Perform responsibilities as an Internal Controls Manager within the Financial Operations Group provides leadership for exempt analysts in the areas of audit, internal controls, and risk. This position oversees NREL's internal audits, annual financial statement audit, OMB Circular A-123 assessment, financial assurance program, and oversees the analysis of NREL and Alliance internal control risks and compliance exposures and provides mitigation recommendations to the Assistant Controller Financial Reporting & Compliance. The individual will be responsible for promoting and exhibiting ethical and professional behavior in a diverse work environment. Maintain compliance with laws, regulations, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Department of Energy (DOE) contractual requirements, and NREL policies and procedures. This position reports to the Assistant Controller - Financial Reporting & Compliance.

DUTIES :

Lead, prioritize, and delegate work activities related to NREL's compliance with current government regulations and orders related to OMB Circular A-123 and the Improper Payment Elimination and Recovery Act.

Oversee the timely and accurate submissions of the annual A-123 assessment and assurance and erroneous Payment reporting.

Provide staff with technical advice and guidance related to their respective areas.

Oversee analysis of financial control, operational risks and compliance exposures for Alliance.

Oversee the administration of NREL's internal control software system (TeamMate+ Audit).

Develop and implement updates to NREL accounting policies, procedures, systems, and forms to ensure compliance with all internal controls.

Advise OCFO, senior, and executive management as needed in matters related to internal controls and risks.

Serve as primary point of contact for resolving external and internal customer financial controls and compliance issues and concerns.

Act as liaison to the Internal Audit Group and external auditors in matters related to annual audits, financial controls, operational risks, and compliance.

Provide input for team's performance objectives, performance appraisals for staff.

Provide assistance in staff hiring, development, and mentorship.

Ensure teams' compliance with DOE regulations and contractual requirements and all lab level policies and procedures.

Oversee the administration of NREL's Oracle segregation of duties monitoring software and assist in resolving any identified conflicts. (CAOSys CS Shield)

Guide accounting staff to mitigate risks by adhering to established internal controls and by helping them update, organize, and enhance desk procedures.

Proactively identify and develop process improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and / or effectiveness of processes and recommend best practices for change management strategies.

Responsible for other accounting and financial operations duties as assigned.

Act as management delegate as needed, on a short-term basis.

Basic Qualifications

Relevant Bachelor's Degree and 9 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education / experience. Or, relevant Master's Degree and 7 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education / experience. Or, relevant PhD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education / experience. Or, relevant JD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education / experience. Applies extensive technical expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques and standards. Considered internal subject matter expert. Extensive knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures and practices related to specific field. Excellent leadership, project management and problem solving skills. Ability to use various computer software programs.

Eligibility requirements : This position will require access to sensitive information, Government facilities, and / or Government information systems restricted to individuals with US citizenship. Only applicants that are US Citizens at the time of application will be considered.

• Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.

Additional Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration or equivalent relevant experience.

Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor.

Prior government contractor experience.

Experience analyzing and visualizing large data sets using data analytics tools such as TeamMate Analytics, Excel, IDEA, ACL, or Power BI.

Job Application Submission Window

The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.

Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)

Job Profile : Manager II / Annual Salary Range : $97,800 - $176,000

NREL takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits Summary

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short

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NREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.

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