Cost Analyst

Calista Corporation•Huntsville, AL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for developing and tracking budgets, costs, and schedules; preparing financial reports; ensuring compliance with contract requirements; and supporting Program Managers and executive leadership with accurate and timely program data.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
2–4 years of project control, financial management, or program analysis experience in a DoD contracting environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance, if required.
Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and government contracting principles.
Knowledge of Microsoft office and Deltek Costpoint.
Must be an advanced user of Excel with intermediate knowledge of Word and Power Point.
Proficiency and Microsoft Project.
Ability to communicate effectively with Program Managers, Finance, and Contracts staff.
Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
Must always represent the company in a professional manner.
Ability to analyze specific issues and work to resolution.
High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
Must be trustworthy – will handle financial and confidential information routinely.
Must possess effective oral and technical written communication skills to clearly communicate information to others.
Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up.
Analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and consider decision impact across multiple areas.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts and reporting preferred.
Familiarity with government invoicing systems (WAWF/iRAPT) a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop, monitor, and maintain project and enterprise budgets, forecasts, and cost baselines.
Track actual labor, material, subcontractor, licensing, and asset expenses against planned budgets; research and resolve variances.
Prepare and submit timely, accurate invoices in compliance with DoD requirements (e.g., WAWF/iRAPT).
Process external invoices for services, products, licenses, and hardware through internal accounting systems.
Generate routine financial reports and status updates for leadership and customers.
Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the group.
Maintain project schedules in Microsoft Project, ensuring milestones, deliverables, and funding align.
Perform cost and schedule variance analysis.
Assist with tracking contract modifications, funding levels, license renewals, and subcontractor financial data.
Manage intercompany charging and cost allocations across business units, ensuring transparency and compliance with corporate policies.
Provide documentation and financial analysis for audits, program reviews, and customer meetings.
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and company policies and procedures.