Program Controls Analyst IV

Overview

This role supports the organization’s Product Solutions division as a Program Controls Analyst IV. The position is focused on financial analytics, program cost scheduling, and accounting in support of government contracts, including WIP (Work in Process) accounting and inventory accounting.

The individual will be assigned to individual programs and divisions to help ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Work is remote. Some travel may be required. This position reports to the Project Controls Division Finance Lead.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and forecasting to support division and program business decision-making, including profitability analysis for contractual milestones and tracking over/under runs.
• Prepare profit models and perform monthly revenue review and inputs; make corrections in the accounting system to support time and cost accuracy.
• Maintain monthly budget vs. actual analysis and develop financial forecasts based on inputs from Program Managers and subcontractors.
• Maintain forecasting reports and identify and communicate risks (e.g., cost overruns, under spending) to the Operations team.
• Monitor and analyze program costs and perform financial analysis for labor, material, subcontract, and ODC estimates compared to budget and forecast.
• Develop and maintain Production WIP Accounting financial reporting and Inventory Accounting reporting.
• Own and manage program Estimate-at-Complete (EAC) forecasting.
• Support creation and maintenance of budgets.
• Implement financial policies; develop and manage cost baseline data analysis and report formats in support of customer contracts.
• Perform variance analysis to forecasted results (EAC, Sales, Profit and Cash), identifying drivers of deviations and risks/opportunities not reflected in the forecast.
• Support planning, tracking analysis, and reporting on projects of varying contract types, sizes, complexity, and levels of risk, including monthly program reviews.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to develop and track monthly forecasts, financial reporting, and funding requirements with contracts and program management teams.
• Provide individual program financial inputs to customer deliverables (CDRLs).
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, government regulations, and company policies and procedures.
• Review contract awards and modifications to ensure accounting, billing, finance, and funding align properly in relevant systems; coordinate with the contracts department when new contracts or modifications are required.
• Work with the accounting team to identify and resolve accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) issues.
• Interface with program management, senior management, company contract employees, and functional areas including DoD contracts, finance, accounts receivable, procurement, and subcontract management.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Finance or a related field.
• 8-10 years of experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience) in project controls.
• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret security clearance.
• Experience/knowledge of WIP Accounting and Production Inventory Accounting.
• Production Finance experience.
• Experience/knowledge of government contract financials (all contract types CPFF, T&M, FFP, etc) and the Defense industry.
• Demonstrated ability for advanced use of MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment for complex problem solving.
• Analytical and independent problem-solving skills.
• Organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Deltek Cost Point Accounting System.
• Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated commitment to precision and accuracy.
• Strong analytical skills to analyze complex financial data.
• Demonstrated success developing substantiated basis of estimates.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting.
• Ability to effectively support multiple Programs and Functional Leads simultaneously.
• Experience with annual rate adjustments and contract closeouts.
• Experience coordinating and managing subcontractor funding.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • ESOP participation
  • 401k Plan
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Co-Sponsored Health Plan
  • Paid Leave

Location

• Remote work
• Some travel may be required

Employment Notices

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening. Only candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.