Project Controls Analyst IV

Overview

The organization is seeking a Project Controls Analyst IV to support programs and divisions in the Arlington, VA or DC Metro area. The role focuses on helping ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Remote work options are available for candidates local to the DC Metro area.

This position reports to the Project Controls Lead.

Responsibilities

• Implement financial policies; develop and manage cost baseline data analysis and report formats in support of customer contracts.
• Develop and maintain estimates-to-completion, estimates-at-completion, 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; analyze profitability for contractual milestones; track over/under runs and prepare profit models.
• Support planning, tracking analysis, and reporting for projects of 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 and identify and communicate risks to Operations (e.g., cost overruns, under spending, vacancy issues).
• Review monthly financial reports for accuracy and identify potential issues.
• Research and recommend or take corrective actions, including (but not limited to):
  • Costs charged to a contract where the POP has ended
  • Inaccurate revenue and profit recognition
  • Unapproved workforce charging
• Perform monthly revenue review and provide inputs/corrections to the accounting system to support time and cost accuracy.
• Produce numerous financial reports detailing monthly project progress.
• Work independently while contributing to an integrated team through statistical reporting, analysis, and estimates.
• Prepare written and verbal management reports related to the financial analysis of each contract.
• Partner with the accounting team to identify and resolve accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payables (AP) issues.
• Work with the contracts department when new contracts are established or contract modifications are required.
• Interface with program manager, senior management, company 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.

Background Check / Screening

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

The contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a), and 60–741.5(a). These 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. Additionally, these regulations require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment 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 race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.