Cost Analyst -Phila, PA

BVA Bear's IT Solutions•South Middleton Township, PA

118d•Hybrid

About The Position

BVA Bears IT Solutions is seeking a Policy Data Analyst (Quantitative Analyst + Financial/Cost Analyst) to support policy, research, and program development initiatives for the City of Philadelphia. This senior-level professional will combine the strengths of a Quantitative Analyst and a Financial/Cost Analyst. The role is part-time with a primarily remote work environment, though occasional on-site meetings in Philadelphia may be required. The position serves as the quantitative, financial, and modeling specialist responsible for data analysis, forecasting, fiscal modeling, scenario comparisons, and quantitative support for policy and program development. It provides analytical rigor for high-complexity assignments, ensures methodological transparency, prepares data-driven insights, and delivers clear visuals and fiscal notes supporting City Council’s decision-making. This position fulfills RFP requirements for strong quantitative and analytical skills and expertise with spreadsheet and database software, supporting best-practices research, program evaluation, and legislative analysis. The Analyst collaborates closely with policy, legislative, and program design staff to translate data into actionable recommendations and contribute to executive-ready deliverables. The role is for a 12-month project period, with an expected commitment of approximately 27 hours per month, totaling around 196 hours annually. These hours may flex slightly based on invoicing cycles, disclosure deadlines, and Contract Philly submission requirements.

Requirements

Experience in quantitative analysis, financial modeling, forecasting, or cost analysis in a public-sector or policy context.
Expertise with spreadsheets and database software and strong quantitative/analytical skills.
Ability to translate quantitative findings into clear policy insights.
Strong visualization and data communication skills.
Experience documenting methods, assumptions, and data sources for audit-ready deliverables.
Ability to work collaboratively across policy, legislative, and analytical teams.
U.S. Citizenship Requirement: This position is restricted to U.S. citizens only in accordance with federal contract requirements. Applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship (such as a U.S. passport, birth certificate, or Certificate of Naturalization) prior to employment. Non-citizens, including lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), are not eligible for this role.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting municipal or legislative bodies, including preparing fiscal analyses.
Familiarity with Philadelphia’s policy environment and administrative processes.
Experience supporting presentations, interviews, or clarifications in RFP processes.
Background in equity metrics, demographic analysis, or accessibility (LEP) considerations.

Responsibilities

Build and run quantitative models supporting cost estimates, projections, and scenario analyses.
Produce data-driven comparisons of policy or program options, assessing impacts, feasibility, and financial implications.
Apply structured methodologies, assumptions, and sensitivity analyses to support decision-making.
Ensure analytical methods are transparent, replicable, and aligned with RFP expectations for program evaluation and quantitative rigor.
Clean, manage, and analyze datasets using spreadsheet and database tools.
Conduct statistical analysis, trend identification, and performance assessments for programs or legislative proposals.
Document data sources, assumptions, methodologies, and limitations in audit-ready format.
Maintain organized, accessible datasets supporting ongoing policy and program development.
Prepare fiscal notes, cost-benefit analyses, and expenditure/revenue impact estimates.
Assess operational, budgetary, and economic implications of policy or program designs.
Collaborate with policy leads to integrate quantitative findings into recommendations and legislative deliverables.
Develop clear financial summaries suitable for executive-level review.
Produce charts, graphs, tables, and visuals communicating complex data clearly.
Contribute quantitative content to white papers, policy memos, program designs, and presentations.
Translate technical results into plain-language explanations for policymakers.
Manage revisions and iterative updates based on stakeholder feedback.
Maintain complete analytical workpapers, including calculations, datasets, and version histories.
Ensure documentation complies with PSSOP record-retention requirements.
Follow City requirements related to nondiscrimination, LEP accessibility, disclosures, ethics/gifts, and PHI Terms when applicable.
Support administrative tracking for deliverables and submission compliance.
Provide technical explanations, model walkthroughs, and data clarifications during briefings.
Participate in presentations or interviews requested by City Council or relevant departments.
Respond to inquiries regarding calculations, data sources, fiscal impacts, or modeling decisions.
Conduct internal QA reviews for analytical accuracy, model validity, and error checking.
Ensure all assumptions, methods, and data sources are fully documented.
Maintain audit-ready documentation consistent with PSSOP requirements.