Program Controls Analyst IV

Overview

This role is part of the organization’s Product Solutions (PS) Division and supports division-level business operations as a Program Controls Analyst IV. The position involves working on individual programs and divisions to help ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Some travel may be required. Work is remote, and the role reports to the Project Controls Division Finance Lead.

The ideal candidate has prior defense-industry experience in financial analytics, with strong knowledge of program cost scheduling and accounting practices supporting government contracts. Experience with WIP Accounting and Inventory Accounting is desired.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and forecasting to support division and program decision-making, including profitability analysis for contractual milestones and monitoring project over/under runs; prepare profit models.
• Own monthly revenue review and related inputs, including corrections to the accounting system to ensure time and cost accuracy.
• Maintain monthly budget vs. actual analysis; create financial forecasts using input from Program Managers and subcontractors.
• Maintain forecasting reports and identify, track, and communicate risks (e.g., cost overruns and under spending) to the Operations team.
• Monitor and analyze program costs; 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.
• Responsible and accountable for program financial forecast, including development and overall management of program 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 from estimates and flagging risks and opportunities not reflected in the forecast.
• Participate in planning, tracking analysis, and reporting for 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 organizational policies and procedures.
• Review contract awards and modifications to ensure accounting, billing, finance, and funding are aligned properly in relevant systems; coordinate with the contracts department when establishing new contracts or required contract modifications.
• Work closely with the accounting team to identify and resolve accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) issues.
• Interface with program managers, senior management, company contract employees, and functional areas including DoD contracts, finance, accounts receivable, procurement, and subcontract management; collaborate cross-functionally to provide financial analysis and insight.
• Perform 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/knowledgeable in WIP Accounting and Production Inventory Accounting.
• Production Finance experience.
• Experience with 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 demonstrated commitment to precision and accuracy.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex financial data.
• Demonstrated success in 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 benefit package, including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, co-sponsored health plan, Paid Leave, and much more.

Location

• Remote work. Some travel may be required.

Additional Information

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

This contractor and subcontractor will abide by applicable requirements, including non-discrimination and affirmative action obligations under 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).