Program Cost / Control Analyst, Lead

Bigbear.ai•Columbia, MD

1d•Remote

About The Position

BigBear.ai is seeking a dynamic Program Control Lead to drive financial integrity, operational rigor, and scalable program control processes across our National Security Business Unit. If you thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments and want to make a difference at the intersection of finance, technology, and national security, we want to meet you. Why Join BigBear.ai? Strategic Impact: You’ll be a key partner to Program Management, Finance, and Leadership—connecting financial performance to mission execution and influencing critical decisions. Leadership Opportunity: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing program control team, shaping the future of our financial operations. Innovation & Growth: Standardize and elevate program control processes, implement new tools, and drive continuous improvement across a portfolio of complex, high-visibility programs. Remote Flexibility: Work from anywhere in the U.S. while supporting programs that matter. Ready to Lead? If you’re passionate about program control, thrive on challenge, and want to make a strategic impact in a mission-driven organization, apply now and help BigBear.ai deliver on the nation’s most important programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
8–10+ years of program control or financial management experience, ideally in government contracting.
Advanced Excel skills (complex models, data analysis).
Proven expertise in forecasting, EACs, and variance analysis.
Experience operating in ambiguous, unstructured environments—bringing clarity and structure.
Strong communicator with the ability to influence program and senior leadership.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading program control teams.
Familiarity with Power BI or similar data visualization tools.
Track record of improving or implementing financial processes and systems.
Knowledge of EVMS (Earned Value Management Systems).
Experience supporting large, complex programs or portfolios.

Responsibilities

Lead program control activities—budgeting, forecasting, EAC development, variance analysis, and financial reporting for the National Security Business Unit.
Standardize and improve processes across programs and business units, ensuring consistency, auditability, and efficiency.
Drive monthly financial reviews (PMRs), delivering clear, actionable insights for Program Management.
Be a strategic partner to Program Managers—connecting financials to execution and influencing decisions on staffing, spend, schedule, pricing, pipeline, and risk.
Oversee project setup, People Plans, and contract modifications—ensuring compliance and audit readiness.
Identify risks and opportunities—proactively recommending mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with technical accounting to ensure proper project setup, cost allocation, and contract compliance (FAR/DFARS/SOX).
Mentor and develop junior staff, building the next generation of program control leaders.
Enhance tools and systems (Excel models, Power BI dashboards) to improve visibility and reduce manual effort.
Support audits and external reporting—ensuring our programs are always audit-ready.