Program Analyst Senior - Secret Clearance Required

Overview

The organization is seeking a Senior Program Analyst to provide advanced analytical and program control support for government contract programs. This role develops and maintains financial estimates, manages subcontractor invoices and purchase orders, and supports program activities across the project lifecycle to ensure accurate program controls, financial compliance, and effective contract execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and present Estimates at Completion (EACs) and Spend Plans, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Review and analyze subcontractor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance; approve or reject invoices as appropriate.
• Reconcile and track subcontractor and project trailing costs against month-end actuals.
• Manage subcontract Purchase Orders and Purchase Requests, including funding adjustments and coordination with relevant teams.
• Lead task order modifications and change requests, including developing cost scenarios and reviewing subcontractor pricing.
• Design and maintain program controls workbooks and tracking tools using advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities.
• Conduct travel reviews in accordance with FAR and JTR requirements and resolve complex discrepancies.
• Serve as a primary analytical resource for program controls and scheduling matters.
• Mentor junior analysts and review their work for accuracy and completeness.
• Support project startup and closeout activities to maintain financial continuity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in government contracting, financial analysis, program analysis, or a related field.
• Ability to independently manage complex, high-visibility deliverables and competing priorities.
• Experience reconciling actual costs against forecasts and supporting accurate program controls reporting.
• Experience developing cost scenarios, Rough Orders of Magnitude (ROMs), and Cost Proposals.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, decision-making, and judgment skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including PivotTables and VLOOKUPs.
• Knowledge of Estimates at Completion methodologies, Spend Plans, and Earned Value Management principles.
• Experience with subcontract financial administration and FAR/DFARS compliance.
• Familiarity with government travel regulations and expense review processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Must currently possess and be able to maintain an active Secret security clearance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range of $85,093–$103,500 annually.
• Compensation is subject to experience, geographic location, and applicable contractual requirements.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.