Requisition Id13008
Overview:
We are seeking a Benefits Accountant who will focus on providing benefit accounting services supporting Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Health and Welfare plans, and Pension and Savings plans. This position resides in the Cost/GL, Capital, Inventory, Benefits and Tax Accounting Department in the General Ledger and Reporting Group in the Accounting Division, Business Services Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).
As part of our team, you will work closely with managers and other personnel to address complex accounting and benefit issues by providing technical accounting advice and strategic guidance for complex issues relating to employee benefit plans. Activities involve working closely with other groups such as Human Resources and Pension & Savings Administration to support accounting activities for the UT-Battelle employee benefit plans. The position involves a high level of independent judgment, decision-making, accuracy, creativity, and initiative while protecting business sensitive employee information. The incumbent will assist the Group Leader of this section with various assignments and other projects as they are assigned.
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation's biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL's broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.
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HSPD-12 PIV Badge:This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.
Benefits at ORNL:
ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.
Other benefits includethe 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.
If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov or call 1.866.963.9545.
For Hybrid Eligible Positions:
In addition, 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.
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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.