Sr. Specialist - Project Controls

Overview

This role supports project teams with project controls, financial execution, and program compliance monitoring for assigned projects within Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) under Product Technology Solutions – Defense & Intel. The position involves full P&L and cashflow responsibility for assigned project(s) with minimal direct daily oversight.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and control WBS and lead project set up activities to ensure compliant and effective cost charging, billing, and revenue recognition.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of financial forecasting, budgeting, analysis, and reporting cycles, including estimates to complete/estimates at completion, variance and trend analysis, and project schedules.
• Calculate, control, maintain baselines and budgets; monitor project funding, schedules, and milestones; calculate estimates to complete; and process scope changes as needed.
• Maximize project cashflow by reviewing customer invoices and minimizing and reconciling unbilled balances.
• Oversee subcontractor expenditures, tracking costs & fees against budget; analyze cost trends and prepare monthly accruals.
• Collaborate with Program Management and customers to achieve financial and contractual deliverables; develop presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead corporate budget and forecast activities for the project, documenting assumptions and evaluating opportunities and risks.
• Reconcile weekly, monthly, and cumulative costs and performance data; provide project variances, trending and analysis of expenditures, and completion reports.
• Manage funding tracking and calculate future costs based on labor productivity, material price forecasts, subcontractor costs and fees, wage rates, and risk analysis.
• Perform moderate to complex accounting and analytical tasks, including transaction processing, account reconciliation and analysis, cost accruals, and journal entries.
• Maintain general knowledge of contract management procedures and government contract processes.
• Develop price/cost estimates using complex pricing concepts, applying FAR, CAS, and government accounting standards.
• Establish financial controls, procedures, systems, and forecasting techniques to evaluate contract/program status and ensure compliance with government and customer requirements.
• Lead cross-functional teams, implement and support process improvement initiatives, and provide mentoring and training while balancing multiple priorities and long-term objectives.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex problems independently and collaboratively.
• Use strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to interact cross-functionally and present to internal and external customers.
• Maintain high accuracy, attention to detail, and accountability while performing all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Four years of applicable experience
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field
• Demonstrated knowledge of complex program management concepts (budgets, estimates to complete, project schedules, etc.)
• Knowledge of financial accounting as it relates to U.S. GAAP
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills and development of PowerPoint slides

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge in use of Deltek Costpoint, COBRA, COGNOS, Hyperion, Power BI
• Experience with standard government agency reporting requirements (NASA, DOD, FEDSIM)
• Understanding of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) reporting

Compensation & Benefits

• Basic Compensation: $90,000.00 - 120,000.00/year
• Additional Compensation: bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation may be offered to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may include a sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
• Benefits may include: 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and/or flexible work schedule; career advancement support through professional training and development.

Location & Schedule

• Location: Remote
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0–20%
• Working Hours: Standard
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week

Equal Opportunity Employment

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.