Financial Director

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clientswhether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

Works as part of the Business Unit (BU) Finance team as the financial director. Responsible for the direct management of staff. Primary activities include business partnership and advisor, business financial services, compliance and governance, and education and growth. Provides task leadership for Finance staff and applies knowledge to complete assignments within extremely tight and strict schedules.

This role will support our National Security Business Unit.

Responsibilities

• Partners with Business Unit Leadership on business and capture strategy development and execution; informing business decisions; and as a member of the Business Unit Finance leadership, works collaboratively to build, lead and develop the financial services team.
• Manages the project lifecycle financial management function in assigned area by leading a team of finance professionals in the areas of estimating, financial analysis and project controls to provide expert delivery of financial services to management.
• Serves as the functional subject matter expert (SME) for the BU Finance organization.
• Partners with Senior Financial Leadership to ensure consistency in the financial analysis practice; recommends and develops training for building business acumen across the financial services team; and recommends improvements in reporting and processes.
• Documents and implements written procedures, guidelines and processes necessary to maintain and improve internal control, transparency and financial reliability of data; is the SME for compliance and government regulations; and may prepare and support internal/external audit reviews and risk/opportunity direction.
• Assigns and directs activities of Finance staff in partnership with management to develop staff professionally; identifies gaps in business acumen with project staff and works collectively with Financial Leadership and the Project Management Organization to train and develop technical staff; improves technical knowledge and skills by attending/completing continuing education and training programs; helps build finance acumen of business unit staff and helps them understand financial implications of decision; seeks challenging assignments or projects that will stretch and enhance current skill sets; train and mentor Finance staff; and participates in cross-functional initiatives and other special projects.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field; eight years of related experience, including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Experience in a government contracting financial support capacity

Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement
• Take time to recharge
• Prioritize wellness
• Better together
• Build your financial future
• Advance your education

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.