Project Control Analyst

Sault Tribe Inc. ("STI Federal") company, is searching for a dynamic and skilled Project Control Analyst to be a key part of our expanding team!

Who We Are & What We Do...

At STI Federal, we drive growth through strategic government contracting, fulfilling our mission to support the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians. Our company reinvests 100% of its profits into tribal businesses or community programs, enhancing the well-being of over 52,000 tribal citizens. Our work empowers federal agencies and strengthens some of the nation's most critical initiatives, while fostering opportunities for skilled professionals to make a meaningful impact.

What You'll Do...

The Project Control Analyst is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting project financial performance across government contracts. This position supports project managers, business operations, finance, and executive leadership by providing accurate cost tracking, budgeting, forecasting, and contract financial analysis. The Project Control Analyst ensures project costs are recorded, tracked, and reported in accordance with company policies, customer requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and applicable contract terms.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, deep experience with government contract accounting principles (specifically using Deltek Costpoint), and the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights for project teams and executive management.

Key Responsibilities & Expected Outcomes

• Budgeting & Baselines:Develop,maintain, andmonitorproject budgets, funding profiles, and cost baselines.
• EAC & ETC Forecasting: Lead the preparation, maintenance, and variance analysis of monthly Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimate to Complete (ETC) models for complex government contracts.
• Cost Tracking: Track and analyze project expenditures, including labor utilization, subcontractor costs, travel, materials, and other direct costs (ODCs).
• Funding & Burn Rates: Support project managers in managing contract funding limitations, tracking burn rates, and ensuring expenditures remain within authorized contract limits.
• Profitability & Margins: Monitor project revenue, backlog, and profitability metrics, including the evaluation of indirect cost impacts on project target margins.
• Subcontractor & Cash Flow Management:Review subcontractor project invoices for accuracy, provide precise input for customer invoices, and collaborate with billing to analyze unbilled receivables.
• Audit & Compliance Support:Support internal and external audits conducted by government agencies (e.g., DCAA), customers, and corporate auditors.
• Reporting & Analytics:Prepare monthly project financial reports, variance analyses, and executive dashboards highlighting performance metrics, financial risks, and opportunities.
• Process Improvement:Recommend and implement improvements to project financial controls, reporting templates, and forecasting methodologies.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities for Success

• Demonstrates a dedication to upholding and enhancing STI Federal's core values.
• Excels in a collaborative team environment, fostering positive relationships and contributing to shared goals with professionalism and mutual respect.
• Demonstrates strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate and explain complex financial data to non-technical stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of dedicated experience in project controls, project finance, cost analysis, or government contracting financial management roles.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience utilizing Deltek Costpoint
• Contract Types: Strong working knowledge of government contract types, including Cost Plus (CPFF, CPAF), Time-and-Materials (T&M), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and IDIQ environments.
• Financial Modeling: Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, advanced lookups, and dynamic financial modeling of EACs/ETCs.
• Demonstrated experience tracking contract modifications, incremental funding shifts, and maintaining accurate contract backlog tracking.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Deltek Costpoint advanced reporting tools or Business Intelligence (BI) software.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), or Project Management Professional (PMP/CAPM) with a project controls emphasis.

Compensation & Work Environment

• Salary Range:$75,000- $90,000, dependent on experience.
• Environment:This is a remote position that may be based anywhere within the continental United States. Preference will be given to candidateslocatedin or near the following metropolitan areas: Sault Ste Marie, MI and the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
• Travel:This position may require occasional travel (up to 5%) to key meetings, events, contract site-visits, or in-person collaboration.

STI Federal is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, disability, ethnicity/race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Native American preference applies when candidates meet qualifications equally.

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