Location: Los Alamos, NM
Cap-Exempt H-1B Position — No lottery required
**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 is seeking to hire a highly motivated, energetic, and customer-focused Accountant 1 to support the CNTL-Accounts Payable and Disbursements (CNTL-APD) Group. The selected candidate will report to the Controller Disbursements (CNTL-APD) Group Team Leader. The Accounts Payable and Disbursements group supports LANL's multi-billion vendor payment operation, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely processing of financial obligations. The group maintains financial controls through invoice validation, tax compliance, vendor master integrity, and audit preparedness while supporting a diverse supplier base and internal stakeholders. **Key Responsibilities:** - Manages full-cycle AP processing for goods, services, and subcontractor payments using 2-way/3-way matching and Prompt Payment Act compliance. - Administers vendor invoice workflows, coordinates with procurement and receiving teams, and ensures timely resolution of exceptions. - Supports tax reporting, including 1099 issuance, IRS validations, and payment documentation for audit readiness. - Reconciles AP subledgers to the general ledger and provides financial transparency through reporting and metric tracking. - Performs detailed invoice validation ac