Program Analyst Senior - Secret Clearance Required
About The Position
Performs advanced analytical and program control tasks in direct support of large-scale, fast-paced government contract programs. Independently develops, maintains, and presents Estimates at Completion (EACs) and program Spend Plans, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions. Reviews and analyzes subcontractor invoices across single and multi-subcontractor programs for accuracy and compliance, identifies discrepancies, and approves or rejects invoices accordingly. Reconciles and tracks subcontractor and project trailing costs against month-end actuals. Creates, submits, and manages subcontract Purchase Orders (POs) and Purchase Requests (PRs) throughout the project lifecycle, including adding funds, de-obligating funds, and realigning funds across PO lines in coordination with Program and Project Managers and the Subcontracts team. Leads the full lifecycle of task order modifications and requests for change (RFCs), including Cost Scenarios, Rough Order of Magnitude (ROMs), Cost Proposals, subcontractor pricing reviews, tracking changes and reporting. Designs and maintains program controls workbooks and tracking tools using advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, etc.) to support analysis and program leadership decision-making. Independently conducts travel review processes in accordance with the FAR/JTR, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance, and resolves escalated or complex discrepancies with minimal guidance. Serves as a primary analytical point of contact for Program / Project Managers, Subcontracts and Finance teams, and other stakeholders on program controls and schedule matters. Mentors junior analysts and reviews their work products for accuracy and completeness. Supports startup and closeout activities, ensuring financial continuity and accurate tracking through all phases of the project lifecycle. Other duties as assigned. Must currently have and be able to maintain Secret clearance.
Requirements
- BA/BS degree in Finance or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of relevant experience in government contracting, financial analysis, program analysis or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision on complex, high-visibility deliverables.
- Demonstrated ability to reconcile month-end actuals against forecasts, identify trailing and accrued costs, and apply findings to support accurate program controls reporting and analysis.
- Experience supporting the development of cost scenarios, Rough Orders of Magnitude (ROMs), and Cost Proposals during project lifecycles, or new project starts.
- Strong analytical skills, critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and use of sound independent judgment.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, V-Lookups, complex financial modeling).
- Deep working knowledge of Estimates at Completion (EAC) methodologies, Spend Plan development, and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
- Experience with subcontract financial administration, including FAR/DFARS compliance and invoice adjudication.
- Experience with government Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) /Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and their application to travel expense reviews and compliance.
- Ability to function independently, consistently meeting deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong team player, ability to collaborate in fast-paced cross-functional environment.
- SECRET CLEARANCE required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Process Improvements and Documentation.
- Experience with Subcontractor Timekeeping and Invoicing.
- Experience with Concur and Travel Review.
- Familiarity with SC360 or similar procurement and purchase request management systems.
- Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint.
- Familiarity with Kofax MarkView for invoice review, approval, and rejection workflows.
- Familiarity with OBIEE reporting.
Responsibilities
- Develops, maintains, and presents Estimates at Completion (EACs) and program Spend Plans, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
- Reviews and analyzes subcontractor invoices across single and multi-subcontractor programs for accuracy and compliance, identifies discrepancies, and approves or rejects invoices accordingly.
- Reconciles and tracks subcontractor and project trailing costs against month-end actuals.
- Creates, submits, and manages subcontract Purchase Orders (POs) and Purchase Requests (PRs) throughout the project lifecycle, including adding funds, de-obligating funds, and realigning funds across PO lines in coordination with Program and Project Managers and the Subcontracts team.
- Leads the full lifecycle of task order modifications and requests for change (RFCs), including Cost Scenarios, Rough Order of Magnitude (ROMs), Cost Proposals, subcontractor pricing reviews, tracking changes and reporting.
- Designs and maintains program controls workbooks and tracking tools using advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, etc.) to support analysis and program leadership decision-making.
- Independently conducts travel review processes in accordance with the FAR/JTR, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance, and resolves escalated or complex discrepancies with minimal guidance.
- Serves as a primary analytical point of contact for Program / Project Managers, Subcontracts and Finance teams, and other stakeholders on program controls and schedule matters.
- Mentors junior analysts and reviews their work products for accuracy and completeness.
- Supports startup and closeout activities, ensuring financial continuity and accurate tracking through all phases of the project lifecycle.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
- 401K with company match
- Competitive pay
- Paid time off
- Variety of medical plan options
- Health Savings Accounts
- Dental plan options
- Vision plan
- Ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars to 401K up to the IRS annual limits
- Full flex work weeks where possible
- Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
- 15 days of paid leave per calendar year
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid Family Leave program (up to 160 hours in a rolling 12-month period)
- Short and long-term disability benefits
- Life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Personal accident insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Business travel and accident insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
