Accounts Payable and Disbursements Manager (Accounting Manager 4) - Military Veterans

Job Title Accounts Payable and Disbursements Manager (Accounting Manager 4)
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name Accounts Payable and Disbursement (CNTL-APD)
Minimum Salary 122300
Maximum Salary 206300
What You Will Do

The Controller Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) provides trusted financial services that support national security and the Laboratory's mission. We offer efficient, transparent financial solutions across areas such as accounting, compliance, payroll, benefits, institutional tax, retirement, travel, disbursements, financial reporting, corporate accounting, and business systems. Our specialized groups ensure operational excellence and financial accountability. Driven by integrity, innovation, and collaboration, we continuously strive for world-class financial operations that align with LANL's broader goals. Join us in shaping the future of financial management and supporting our scientific and security missions.

The Controller Division (CNTL) is seeking to hire a highly motivated, energetic, and customer-focused Accounting Manager 4 to lead the Accounts Payable and Disbursement (CNTL-APD) Group. Reporting to the CNTL Division Leader, the Accounting Manager will oversee key financial operations and ensure compliance with internal and external reporting standards. This role includes managing financial professionals in Accounts Payable, Invoice Review, and Vendor Masterfile teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee financial operations in a fast-paced environment, managing Accounts Payable, Invoice Review, and Vendor Masterfile teams.
• Build strong relationships across all levels of staff and management while collaborating with other Controller groups, Procurement, Finance, IT, and Laboratory leadership to ensure operational efficiency.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and strategic policy changes by providing informed recommendations and alternative approaches.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, federal and state regulations, GAAP, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Manage audits and compliance requirements, present findings to senior management, and recommend system and process enhancements.
• Lead a large financial organization, prioritizing competing demands, enforcing policies, and meeting critical deadlines-including work outside regular business hours as needed.
• Foster team success through leadership, mentorship, and cross-department collaboration, developing and motivating staff while driving operational excellence.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Financial Leadership, Technical Expertise, and Operational Excellence

• Proven leadership in Accounts Payable within a large financial organization. Extensive experience in personnel management, including policy implementation, employee selection, training, performance evaluation, salary administration, and career development.
• Extensive knowledge with Accounts Payable and Disbursement processes, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, GAAP, and CAS, with a strong focus on internal controls and process enhancements.
• Demonstrated strong strategic decision-making and prioritization with a track record of implementing process improvements.
• Extensive experience in establishing internal controls, conducting analytical reviews, and applying accounting and auditing standards.
• Demonstrated experience in policy interpretation, compliance, and risk management.
• Extensive experience and knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Accounting Systems, especially Oracle.

Communication, Organization, and Collaboration

• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data clearly.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and adapt to shifting demands while maintaining accuracy and accountability.
• Strong relationship-building skills, effectively engaging with customers, staff, management, and stakeholders to provide outstanding service.
• A reliable team player who excels in both independent and collaborative work environments.

Education/Experience:

Position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited institution and 8 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the position.

Desired Qualifications:

• Technical acumen for information technology
• Master's degree in accounting or related field, or CPA certification

Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants:

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances.Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances.See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in aneligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligibleposition as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular