Project Control Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Project Control Analyst

LOCATION: Remote, U.S.

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: N/A

CERTIFICATION: N/A

TRAVEL: None

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Project Control Analyst . The Project Control Analyst will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution and financial management of our projects. This individual will work collaboratively with the Senior Project Control Analyst, project managers, finance teams, and other stakeholders to monitor project performance, analyze financial data, and provide strategic insights to optimize project outcomes.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field required.
  • Equivalent experience: 2+ years with a bachelor’s degree or 6+ years with a high school diploma in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 2+ years of experience in Program Control, Contract Administration, or related roles.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint, IBM TM1, and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently, solve problems, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Lean-in personality and able to be a self-starter and able to get things done.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Pricing experience or interest in developing pricing techniques.
• Experience with procurement systems and compliance processes.
• Advanced understanding of project accounting, forecasting, and revenue recognition methods.
• Experience managing U.S. government contracts, including knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and contract types (FFP, T&M, CPAF, CPFF, etc.).
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Financial Analysis & Reporting:
  • Generate and deliver monthly financial reporting deliverables, including contract-specific requirements.
  • Perform financial analyses, such as ad hoc accounts receivable reviews, to identify and resolve revenue, billing, or customer payment discrepancies.
  • Prepare and present financial Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables to ensure contractual compliance.
  • Support cost, schedule, and funding planning, reporting, monitoring, and analysis, including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Basis of Estimates (BOEs).
  • Conduct variance analyses and prepare accurate reporting for Program Management Reviews (PMRs).
• Project Set-Up & Management:
  • Manage project set-up in compliance with contractual terms, conditions, and requirements.
  • Maintain and update project charging levels in Deltek Costpoint, ensuring accurate task period performance dates and personnel access to charge codes.
  • Reconcile subcontractor time, costs, and other project data.
• Program Revenue & Profitability:
  • Prepare revenue and cost forecasts, including Estimates at Completion (EAC).
  • Monitor costs, manpower, and funding levels to ensure compliance with budgets.
  • Process cost transfers, address unbilled accounts, and monitor accounts receivable to ensure timely customer payments.
• Contract Administration:
  • Assist with cost and price analysis of supplier proposals, modifications, and agreements.
  • Support compliance with procurement system policies and procedures.
  • Monitor and manage subcontractor performance, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations, and assist with subcontract closeouts.
• Leadership & Collaboration:
  • Provide support to Program Managers in establishing budgets and forecasts using IBM TM1 or equivalent tools.
  • Advise on financial and contractual impacts of contract modifications and changes.