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Financial Professional, Principal

Naval Nuclear Laboratory
parental leave, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, New York, Schenectady
Jan 20, 2026
About Us Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career Apply today! Job Description The Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is seeking an experienced Finance Professional to join the Site Operations team! Our team acts as a critical interface between Financial Services (FS) and site directorates, providing expert financial insight, analysis, and leadership throughout the budget cycle. This includes strategic planning, current-year execution, year-end funds management, and comprehensive financial performance analysis and reporting. This position will play a key role in supporting the Spent Fuel Handling Recapitalization Project (SFHP), a large Department of Energy (DOE) major construction project. Acting as both a trusted financial analyst and an objective overseer, this position will deliver in-depth financial analysis and ensure compliance with all applicable financial policies, regulations, and guidelines. This position provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to a major initiative, directly influencing financial compliance and developing innovative financial analysis to help drive project success. Responsibilities: Provide support for SFHP financial forecasting and reporting efforts. Develop and maintain independent financial analyses and reporting to assist project stakeholders and FS in decision making. Assist SFHP project team in the preparation and review of budgetary documents. Ensure compliance with federal regulations and organizational guidelines and policies in all aspects of financial management. Identify potential financial risks and develop effective mitigating strategies. Provide periodic financial training to project stakeholders, including senior management, to enhance financial awareness. Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. Preferred Skills Degrees in Business, Finance, or Accounting are preferred. Experience managing or overseeing multibillion-dollar project budgets. Experience conducting or participating in financial audits. Experience with large construction projects, preferably DOE major construction projects. Demonstrated ability to work independently from project stakeholders to maintain objective oversight. Experience with analyzing financial performance and/or workforce analysis (past, current, and/or future forecasts) and providing business recommendations. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to adapt to uncertainties and prioritize work effectively and efficiently. Excellent teaming skills including working across boundaries/locations. Prior financial experience in DOE, DOD, or other government agencies. Compensation and Benefits Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits Disability, Life & Accident Insurance 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan Personal & Medical Time Off Paid Parental Leave Flexible Work Schedules Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Program Visit us online to view all NNL benefits! Pay Range $94,800.00 - $148,200.00 annually Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana. Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law. Apply Now