Project Controls Analyst IV

Overview

The organization is seeking a Project Controls Analyst IV for programs and divisions in the Arlington, VA or DC Metro area. This role supports timely, on-budget project delivery and reports to the Project Controls Lead. Remote working options are available for candidates local to the DC Metro area.

Responsibilities

• Implement financial policies and develop/manage cost baseline data analysis and report formats in support of customer contracts.
• Develop and maintain estimates-to-completion (ETC), estimates-at-completion (EAC), and burn rate analyses.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to develop monthly forecasts, financial reporting, and funding requirements with contracts and program management teams.
• Forecast financial data for programs and analyze profitability for contractual milestones, including tracking project over/under-runs and preparing profit models.
• Participate in planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting for projects across varying contract types, sizes, complexity, and risk levels, including monthly program reviews.
• Maintain monthly budget vs. actual analysis; create financial forecasts based on input from Program Managers and subcontractors; maintain forecasting reports; identify and communicate risks (e.g., cost overruns, under-spending, vacancy issues) to the Operations team.
• Review monthly financial reports for accuracy; research and recommend/take corrective actions, including (but not limited to) costs charged to a contract where the POP has ended, inaccurate revenue and profit recognition, and unapproved workforce charging.
• Perform monthly revenue review activities and provide inputs/corrections to the accounting system to ensure time and cost accuracy.
• Produce numerous financial reports documenting monthly project progress.
• Work independently and contribute to an integrated team through statistical reporting, analysis, and estimates.
• Prepare written and verbal reports to management related to contract financial analysis.
• Partner with the accounting team to identify and resolve accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) issues.
• Work closely with the contracts department when new contracts are established or when contract modifications are required.
• Interface with the program manager, senior management, organization contract employees, and other functional areas, including DoD contracts, finance, accounts receivable, procurement, and subcontract management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field.
• 8–10 years of experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience) in project controls.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or the ability to obtain.
• Experience with all contract/subcontract types (CPFF, T&M, FFP, etc.).
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience coordinating and managing subcontractor funding.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and independent problem-solving skills.
• Organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Industry experience with DoD contracting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Deltek Cost Point Accounting System.
• Experience with DoD Working Capital Funding.
• Experience with annual rate adjustments and contract closeouts.

Compensation & Benefits

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

Location

Arlington, VA or DC Metro area. Remote working options are available for candidates local to the DC Metro area.

Additional Information

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

This contractor and subcontractor will comply with applicable requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a), including non-discrimination and affirmative action obligations.