Project Controls Analyst IV

Overview

This role requires a Project Controls Analyst IV supporting programs and divisions in the Arlington, VA or DC Metro area. The position helps ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Reporting is to the Project Controls Lead, with remote working options available for candidates local to the DC Metro area.

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 (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; analyze profitability for contractual milestones; track over/under runs; and prepare profit models.
• Participate in planning, tracking analysis, and reporting for projects of varying contract types, sizes, complexity, and levels of risk, including monthly program reviews.
• Maintain monthly budget vs. actual analysis; create financial forecasts using input from Program Managers and subcontractors.
• Maintain forecasting reports and identify/communicate risks (e.g., cost overruns, under spending, vacancy issues) to the Operations team.
• Review monthly financial reports for accuracy and identify potential issues. Research and recommend or take corrective actions, including:
  • 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 ensure time and cost accuracy.
• Produce numerous financial reports detailing the project’s monthly progress.
• Work independently and as part of an integrated team through statistical reporting, analysis, and estimates.
• Prepare written and verbal reports to management related to the financial analysis of each contract.
• 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 program management, senior management, company contract employees, and other functional areas, including DoD contracts, finance, accounts receivable, procurement, and subcontracts management.

Requirements

• 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 in 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.
• 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 401(k) plan, flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, co-sponsored health plan, and paid leave.

Location

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