Program Controls Analyst IV

Overview

This role supports the organization’s Product Solutions (PS) Division as a Program Controls Analyst IV. The position involves program-level financial analysis and reporting to help ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Some travel may be required, and the role is remote.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and forecasting to support Division and Program decision-making, including profitability analysis for contractual milestones and tracking over/under-runs.
• Prepare profit models and support monthly revenue review, including inputs and accounting system corrections for time and cost accuracy.
• Perform monthly budget vs. actual analysis.
• Create financial forecasts using inputs from Program Managers and subcontractors; maintain forecasting reports and communicate risks (e.g., cost overruns, under spending) to the Operations team.
• Monitor and analyze program costs; perform financial analysis for labor, material, subcontract, and ODC estimates against budget and forecast.
• Develop and maintain Production WIP Accounting financial reporting and Inventory Accounting reporting.
• Own and manage program financial forecast, including development and overall management of Estimate-at-Complete (EAC).
• 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 identifying risks and opportunities not in the forecast.
• Support planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting on projects of varying contract types, sizes, complexity, and risk levels, 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 are aligned in relevant systems; partner with Contracts as new contracts are established or modifications are required.
• Work with the accounting team to identify and resolve accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) issues.
• Interface with program managers, senior management, contract employees, and functional areas including DoD contracts, finance, accounts receivable, procurement, and subcontract management.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 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 in WIP Accounting and Production Inventory Accounting.
• Production Finance experience.
• Experience and 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 with the ability to analyze complex financial data.
• Demonstrated success with 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, and much more.

Location

Remote. Some travel may be required.

Security & Background Check

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Covered regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Covered prime contractors and subcontractors are required to take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these protected statuses.