Project Control Specialist

Position Overview:

This is a fast-paced, high-energy environment that requires a self-motivated employee to join the team.

The ideal candidate will possess the following traits and abilities:

• Ability to use financial systems
• Develop and implement solutions of moderate scope and complexity
• Analyze variances/trends and develop new methods and process techniques
• Work under general supervision while completing multiple assignments per schedule
• Elevate potential issues to ensure proper management focus
• Influence peers and internal customers
• Strong interpersonal skills to represent the group on special projects outside of their own group.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support startup and execution of various Cost-type, Fixed Price, and T&M contracts utilizing internal financial systems
• Provide effective and accurate communication of key financial metrics through the development of:
  • Monthly Estimates to Complete (ETC)
  • Annual Estimates at Complete (EAC)
  • Program Management Reviews
  • Other project financial deliverables to internal and external customers
• Set up cost control systems, monitor and control costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control systems, including scenario development and cost response recommendations
• Create and maintain projection models, especially across multiple CLINs/SLINs
• Support audits and reviews requested by programs, customers, and company management, including fact-finding and negotiation support
• Prepare budgets and schedules for contract work and assist in financial analyses, such as:
  • Funding profiles
  • Sales outlook
  • Cash forecasting
  • Variance analysis
• Ensure adequate funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures, directing the preparation of expenditure projections, and submitting timely requests for additional funding to the government
• Perform analysis and prepare reports to ensure contracts remain within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines
• Prepare financial inputs for internal reports and presentations, including:
  • FMHR
  • CDR
  • IPRS
  • Dashboards
• Function successfully in a dynamic organization and communicate effectively within a team environment, including communication with all levels of internal management and customer management
• Occasional local travel as required per contract requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of related experience
• Experience working with/tracking multiple programs at both the prime and sub-level
• Strong Excel skills to supplement PROCAS shortfalls in modeling/projecting
• Detail-oriented
• TS/SCI with Poly Level Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or Business Administration
• Previous DoD project control experience
• Experience with JTR and applicable controls for travel
• Experience with government purchasing procedures
• Experience with Unanet accounting system
• Familiarity with FAR/DFAR