AR Accountant

Requisition Id 17047 

Overview:

We are seeking an AR Accountant who will focus on maintenance and development of systems that facilitate accurate receipt information and financial reporting. This position resides in the Accounting Division within the Business Services Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Apply customer and other miscellaneous payments accurately and timely.
• Research and resolve unapplied payments and payment discrepancies to maintain accurate customer accounts.
• Prepare the Statement of Cash Activity reconciling to General Ledger, Treasury and DOE STARS financial reporting.
• Handle the collection and processing of IPAC receipts for Other Federal Agencies reconciling journal entries generated in STARS and Ledger to the file transmitted to DOE and including these on the Statement of Cash Activity.
• Handle the collection and processing of DOEPAC receipts for integrated contractors.
• Reconcile both DOEPAC AR receipts and AP payments to general ledger accounts and DOEPAC including these amounts on Statement of Cash Activity.
• Review final entries generated in SAP and reconcile to STARS entries.
• Monitor debit/credit aged balances monthly, contact customers as necessary, and resolve all issues.
• Create new customer codes for new projects; segregating customers into groups based on Other Party Identifiers.
• Responds to inquiries from vendors and departments regarding receipts and invoices in a timely manner.
• Supply customer with required tax information for U.T. Battelle.
• Initiate and review all journal entries in SAP related to AR and ensure the entries have the correct STARS attributes for Financial Reporting.
• Prepare various reports related to Isotopes collections and customer.
• Perform maintenance and update of AR desk procedures.
• Serve as subject matter expert for STARS reporting for AR details.
• Monitor all documents that have been blocked for receipt in IPAC and work with SD Technical Lead to resolve all issues.
• Prepare Monthly, Quarterly, and Year End financial reporting for submission to DOE and prepare other reports as assigned on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis.
• Review documentation of AR Internal Controls and develop/update A-123 test plans as needed.
• Testing and support of SAP software updates.
• Build and maintain teamwork with members of the Treasury and Conference Center departments.
• Perform other duties, as the supervisor may deem necessary.
• Participate or complete special projects as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements.
• Maintain strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics.
• Advise and instruct AR personnel on relevant receipt issues as needed and in the absence of the AR supervisor.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field with a minimum of two years of relevant accounts receivable or accounting experience.
• Must possess demonstrated skills in accounts receivable/accounting processes.
• Requires proficiency in applying accounts receivable/accounting principles, policies, procedures and knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior SAP experience is preferred. Knowledge of UT-Battelle and DOE accounting systems, policies, and procedures is desired.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and build relationships with department managers and customers.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, along with demonstrated personal initiative and willingness to learn.
• Effective problem analysis and resolution skills are required.
• Must possess the ability and willingness to work effectively as a member of a team, as well as independently, as required.
• Excellent attention to detail and well-developed written and oral communication skills and ability to conduct analysis of accounting records and effectively present business impact are required.
• Proficiency in PC Microsoft Office, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases, such as Excel, Access, Adobe Acrobat and Word.
• Demonstrate skills with Microsoft Office products and relational databases.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required. Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.

To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

This position is located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and requires onsite presence. We offer a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. A hybrid/onsite working arrangement may be available with this position, which provides flexibility to work periodically from your home, while reporting onsite to the Oak Ridge, Tennessee location on a weekly and regular basis.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.