Chief Financial Officer Deputy

The expected hiring range for this position is:
$-$.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Fermilab's Finance & Procurement Division seeks a Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO). The Deputy CFO assists the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in providing leadership to support the Laboratory mission. This position supports the development and execution of efficient and effective business services while ensuring compliance with the prime contract and all applicable laws and regulations. The DCFO works closely with senior management to assess and anticipate programmatic changes that may impact service needs, particularly in business support areas such as procurement.

The DCFO oversees the Laboratory's system of internal controls over financial and procurement information, including process reengineering and workforce development, in response to identified needs. Additionally, this position serves as a point of contact for matters related to the Office of the CFO, enterprise-wide initiatives, and interactions with the Field Site Office, DOE Headquarters, and Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC.

The DCFO assumes the responsibilities of the CFO in their absence.

• Foster an environment and culture that embrace and demonstrate a strong customer service philosophy aligned with contract requirements while cultivating a workforce that is talented, diverse, and engaged.
• Drive consistent application of financial and procurement policies and practices Laboratory-wide to optimize resources and ensure compliance with prescribed practices.
• Stay informed of changes in laws, regulations, standards, and DOE Orders, and implement necessary changes to ensure continued compliance.
• Align field financial teams with the Office of the CFO to ensure appropriate oversight of financial activities and mitigate risks, emphasizing the "One Lab" priority.
• Develop a vision and implement innovative management techniques and systems to enhance the achievement of OCFO objectives.
• Assist the CFO in developing strategies for the Finance Section, including formulating operating plans, performance metrics, and workforce planning, and execute these plans effectively.
• Lead specific projects or programs as assigned, representing the Section and/or the Laboratory on committees, work groups, and external engagements.
• Directly oversee Finance Section contract deliverables and ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Oversee safety and quality programs for the Finance Section.
• Advise Laboratory management to ensure policies and actions align with Laboratory goals, federal/state laws and regulations, DOE Orders, and the prime contract.
• Assume full management responsibility for the Finance Section in the absence of the CFO.
• Provide supervision or leadership to a team, including responsibilities for hiring, promotions, performance reviews, training, disciplinary actions, and other personnel-related duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Abide by and ensure all duties are performed in accordance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and practices pertinent to the position.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 10 years of management experience in business and/or financial operations.
• Master's degree is preferred.

• Extensive knowledge of federal contracting rules and a solid understanding of federal budgeting, contracting, and direct/indirect funding mechanisms.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, planning, and management skills, including senior-level leadership acumen.
• Experience with systems integration and process/data optimization.
• Advanced financial analysis and forecasting capabilities.
• Strong…