Program Cost Control Manager (Mgr Program Control 1) - 27121

HII's Mission Technologies division•Syracuse, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks a detail-oriented and highly capable Program Cost Control Manager to lead advanced program control and cost accounting activities in support of complex contracts or multiple tasking efforts. This role is responsible for cost, schedule, and funding control; preparation and review of key financial deliverables; and ensures program execution remain within negotiated contractual parameters and applicable government cost control guidelines. The position also includes direct management and development of a small team (typically 1 – 3 program control professionals), with responsivity for work assignment, coaching, performance feedback, and ensuring consistent execution of program control process. This position is based in Syracuse, NY with a Hybrid work schedule and plays a critical role in supporting program execution, invoicing, and compliance in close collaboration with Program Management (PM), the Mission Partner (MP), and other internal stakeholders.

Requirements

4 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 2 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years relevant progressive experience.
4+ years of experience in financial management, program control or project accounting.
Must possess a strong background working with multiple government contract types: FFP, FPI, FPLOE, T&M, CPAF, CPFF, CPIF, and hybrid contracts.
Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint and familiarity with web-based invoicing platforms used by government or commercial partners.
Working knowledge of FAR, CAS, and invoicing/revenue recognition best practices.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Must possess the ability to obtain and maintain a US level Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree (MBA) or CPA/CMA certification.
PMP, EVMP, or similar certification.
Familiarity with EVMS tools (e.g. Cobra, winsight, Empower).
Experience working in hybrid environments with cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
Active US level Secret clearance or higher.

Responsibilities

Establish and oversee program cost control systems to monitor and control costs and schedules for complex programs, including Fixed Priced (FFP) contracts
Lead cost and financial management for programs, including margin analysis, baseline maintenance, risk/opportunity assessment, and proactive identification of cost and schedule drivers
Perform and review cost, funding, and schedule analyses to ensure programs remain within negotiated parameters and applicable cost control guidelines
Lead preparation and review of financial reports and deliverables including budgets, expenditure projections, Estimates at Completion (EACs), and variance analyses
Develop and maintain program budgets, schedules, and funding profiles
Direct monitoring of expenditures and ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial records across assigned programs
Lead preparation of sales outlooks, funding forecasts, and advanced financial analyses
Maintain realistic cost and schedule baselines by assessing outstanding work against contract requirements
Incorporate contractual, scope, and funding changes into cost control systems
Oversee invoicing activities, including review of invoices and reconciliation of billed and unbilled amounts
Serve as primary financial liaison with Program Management, Contracts, Accounting, and Finance leadership
Ensure funding availability and compliance prior to expenditures
Lead audit support activities and respond to complex financial data requests
Identify, assess, and mitigate program cost and schedule risks – particularly on FFP and Hybrid contract types
Reconcile unbilled receivables with internal stakeholders to ensure billing accuracy
Provide ad hoc financial analysis, revenue/billing forecasting, and audit support as required
Manage and mentor a team of 1 – 3 program control staff, including workload prioritization, technical guidance, quality review, and performance feedback
Promote consistent application of program control best practices and compliance across the team