PROGRAM CONTROL ANALYST III

Job Summary

The Project Control Analyst 3 (PCA3) supports project teams by monitoring schedule, cost, and performance from project initiation through completion. This role uses a variety of project control tools and techniques to track timelines, milestones, budgets, and expenditures. Working closely with project managers and key stakeholders, the PCA3 helps identify and resolve issues, recommends corrective actions, and ensures projects remain on schedule and within scope. The PCA3 maintains accurate project documentation, prepares routine and ad hoc reports, and provides essential analytical support to the project management team.

Additionally, the PCA3 is responsible for financial tracking in support of government contracts, including development and reconciliation of Estimates at Completion (EACs), analysis of financial data, and compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet monthly deliverable deadlines.

As with any position, additional expectations exist. Some of these include, but are not limited to, adhering to normal working hours, meeting deadlines, following company policies as outlined by the Employee Handbook, communicating regularly with assigned supervisor(s), staying focused on the assigned tasks, and completing other tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Use a variety of tools and techniques to monitor the progress of a project from start to finish. This includes everything from tracking timelines and milestones to monitoring budgets and expenses.
• Review all contract set ups in the company accounting system at the start up stage to confirm set up is done correctly.
• Track, analyze and report progress on contracts of varying size and complexity with limited supervision.
• Responsible for capturing costs incurred and commitments and comparing against plans.
• Receive inputs from PMs and translate functional requirements for manpower, material, subcontractor, and travel costs to develop Estimates to Complete (ETC) and Estimates at Completion (EACs).
• Work closely with members of the Finance, Program Management and Contracts & Pricing teams.
• Administer subcontract funding, prepare Monthly Program Review presentations, and produce financial deliverables as required for internal and external use.
• Develop ROM’s/Cost Estimates for task order pricing units.
• Process 75% LOF (Limitation of Funds) notices and RAFs (Risk Authorization Form)..
• Maintain and track WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) efforts as required by contract.
• Work directly with the customers or COR (Contracting Officer Representative) on questions/concerns/issues.
• Analyze trends and variances to identify potential risks and issues, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare regular reports on project status, progress, and costs for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain a central repository of project documentation, and ensure that all relevant parties have access to the most up-to-date information.
• Assist with the development and implementation of project management processes and tools.
• Support the project team members in the planning, tracking, analyzing, and reporting of projects of varying contract type, size, complexity, and level of risk.
• Provide training and support to project managers and other team members on the use of project control systems and processes.
• Conduct post-project reviews to document lessons learned and make recommendations for future projects.
• Manage special projects as assigned by the project manager or senior management

Basic Qualifications

• 15+ years’ experience in a Project Control Analyst/Project Financial Analyst role working with government service contracts.
• 15+ years’ experience working with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Acquisition policies.
• 15+ years' experience communicating financial information and scenarios with management and Project/Program Managers
• Experience in the generation of cost performance reports on government contracts; familiar with FAR & DFAR
• Knowledge of Forecasting, Cost Burdens, Labor Accounting, Tripwires, Contract Funding Obligation and De-Obligation, and Contract Closeouts is desired
• Experience with various contract types (CPFF, CPIF, T&M, and FFP), Billing invoice experience and understanding of unbilled data, Contract Administration is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Microsoft Windows applications
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience developing and maintaining complex financial models
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills and problem-solving skills
• Motivated self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• B.S. in Business Administration/Accounting/Finance or equivalent
• 15+ years’ experience with Government Accounting language (i.e., CLIN, SLIN, ACRN)
• 5+ years’ experience working with Wide Area Workflow
• 15+ years’ working knowledge and experience with corporate accounting systems such as JAMIS, Deltek or Oracle
• 3+ years’ working knowledge of Agiloft
• 3+ years’ working knowledge of Google Sheets and Docs
• If applicable: If you are or have been recently employed by the U.S. government, a post-employment ethics letter will be required if employment with VSolvit is offered

Company Summary
Join the VSolvit team! Founded in 2006, VSolvit (pronounced "") is a technology enabled solutions provider that specializes in AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud computing, geographic information systems (GIS), business intelligence (BI) systems, data warehousing, engineering services, and custom database and application development. VSolvit is an award winning CA MBE, WBE, and CMMI Level 3 certified company. We offer a customizable benefits program that best meets the needs of our employees. Offering may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; long and short-term disability and other insurance products; Health Savings Account; Flexible Spending Account; 401(k) Retirement Plan options; Tuition Reimbursement; and assorted voluntary benefits. Our goal is to grow together and enjoy the work we do as a team.

VSolvit LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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