Senior Program Controls Analyst {S}

ARKA Group L.P. ("ARKA") is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

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Position Overview:

Our ideal candidate is a Senior Program Controls Analyst who possesses strong communication, analytical and collaborative skills and enjoys working with cross-functional teams in the Finance, Engineering and the Program Management community. In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive performance throughout the entire program lifecycle while working hand-in-hand with program management.

We welcome applicants at varying experience levels.

This position is an on-site position located in Aurora, CO.

Responsibilities:

Our ideal candidate is a Senior Program Controls Analyst who possesses strong communication, analytical and collaborative skills and enjoys working with cross-functional teams in the Finance, Engineering and the Program Management community. In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive performance throughout the entire program lifecycle while working hand-in-hand with program management.

As a Senior Program Controls Analyst, your responsibilities include:

• Support proposal teams by developing and analyzing cost inputs, pricing proposal inputs and creating compliant proposal submittals.
• Create and maintain program budgets and forecasts utilizing earned value management
• Monitor program financial data on a weekly and monthly basis
• Develop and maintain monthly forecasts, prepare variance analysis
• Prepare internal and external customer financial reports
• Prepare and present quarterly estimates-at-completion (EAC's)
• Ensure compliance with all required corporate, department and government policies and regulations
• Support Program Management by providing recurring and ad hoc project reporting and analyses

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be willing to be submitted for a security clearance and must be able to successfully obtain a TS/SCI clearance with SSBI through this process
• BA/BS degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline
• At least 5 years of relevant experience
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong prioritization and organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining a high degree of flexibility
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to lead and resolve daily issues
• Knowledge of the FAR, DFAR, CAS, and SOX guidelines
• Ability to communicate clear and concise objectives to all levels of the organization
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Unanet and SAP experience

Pay Range: $100,000 - $125,000

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

The application window will close in 40 days for this position.

Location: Aurora, CO

Being situated at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora provides opportunities to enjoy all the beautiful nature that Colorado has to offer, while also being a 20-minute drive from downtown Denver and 15-minutes to the Denver International Airport.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 40 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.