Project Financial Control Analyst

Overview

This role supports the Finance Team by helping monitor budgets, forecasts, funding, costs, and profitability for government contracting projects. You will work closely with Finance, Project Management, Contracts, and Accounting to prepare financial reports, support customer billing and deliverables, track subcontractor expenses, and flag potential funding or cost concerns.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining project and business unit-level financial forecasts, including revenue, cost, and margin information, under the direction of the Senior Project Financial Control Analyst and Finance Manager.
• Support project financial planning and budgeting activities by collecting financial information and assisting with timely updates and submissions.
• Prepare and organize billing support documentation, including travel receipts, expense information, and other supporting documentation required for customer invoicing.
• Assist with timecard reviews and adjustments, including identifying incorrect or missing charge codes and coordinating corrections with employees and project management.
• Prepare routine financial reports, spreadsheets, and dashboards for review by the Senior Project Financial Control Analyst and Finance Manager.
• Assist with preparation of required customer deliverable reporting.
• Monitor cost, profitability, and schedule variances and identify items requiring additional review or follow-up.
• Assist with identifying and tracking program opportunities, risks, funding requirements, and other financial items.
• Review funding requirements for purchase requisitions on direct contracts and escalate questions or discrepancies to the appropriate Finance or Project Controls team member.
• Track subcontractor costs, funding, invoices, material receipts, and open commitments; assist with maintaining accurate subcontractor financial records.
• Assist with project set-up and maintenance of contracts in the accounting system (Unanet ERP), including charge code authorizations, subcontractor account setup, and other project-related financial data.
• Assist with project funding and funds runout analysis by monitoring remaining contract funding against actual and projected expenditures and escalating potential funding concerns.
• Prepare reports of travel expense estimates in accordance with the FAR and Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) for invoicing pre-approval to government clients.
• Interact with Contracts, Pricing, Accounting, Project Managers, and Finance leadership to obtain information, resolve routine project financial issues, and support project financial activities.
• Maintain accurate project financial records, trackers, and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and applicable contract requirements.
• Perform other administrative and financial analysis activities as assigned in support of the Senior Project Financial Control Analyst and Finance Manager.

Qualifications

• Education: BS degree in finance, business, or a related field
• Experience: 2 or more years of experience managing program/project financials on federal contracts
• Technical Skills: Strong Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Managing financials for T&M, FFP, and cost-plus engagements
• Experience with contracts that have multiple CLINs and revenue types
• Organized, detail-oriented, motivated, and able to multitask and take direction in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Independent problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Clearance Requirement

• US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card)
• Willing and able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance or higher

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation Range: $85,000–$95,000 annually
• The final compensation is determined based on role requirements, relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, work location, applicable security clearance requirements, market conditions, internal equity, and contract requirements.

Benefits include:

• Paid time off
• Healthcare benefits and supplemental benefits
• 401k including an employer match
• Discount perks and rewards
• Education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development (reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations)
• Flexibility for professional growth (courses, certifications, and other development)

Location

• Remote — This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.