Program Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst II

Sierra Space•Louisville, CO

About The Position

The Program Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst II participates in the control of costs and schedules on contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control system. This role involves performing analyses and preparing reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines. The analyst will also participate in the preparation of budgets and schedules for all contract work and assist in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis. Additionally, the analyst ensures adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and directing the preparation of contractual changes into control systems. In this role, you will participate in the control of costs and schedules for contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control system. You will perform analyses and prepare reports to ensure that contracts remain within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and comply with government cost control guidelines. You will contribute to the preparation of budgets and schedules for all contract work, ensuring alignment with organizational and contractual goals. Assisting in financial analyses, such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis, will be a key responsibility. You will ensure adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and monitoring financial commitments. Directing the preparation of contractual changes into control systems, you will ensure these changes are accurately reflected and managed. Additionally, you will stay aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines, supporting the successful execution of contractual obligations.

Requirements

Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
Typically 2+ years of related experience.
Experience with management consulting, data analytics, finance, or other quantitative or analytical roles in business, program, or operations management.
Experience in a finance-related position such as Financial Operations, Cost Management, Schedule Management, Accounting, Estimating, Financial Planning, Contracts, or Procurement Financial Analysis.
Experience collecting data from several sources, performing analysis, and communicating data.
Experience with advanced features in Excel (i.e., Pivot Tables, Vlookups, etc.).
Strong business analytical skills with experience in data analysis tools.

Nice To Haves

Certification: CPA, CFA, or PMP.
Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Proven track record of leading financial projects or teams.
Strong presentation skills and experience presenting to senior management.
Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
Experience in a leadership role within a finance or accounting team.
Knowledge of DoD, government contracting, and/or public auditing policies, labor rate composition.

Responsibilities

Participate in the control of costs and schedules for contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control system.
Perform analyses and prepare reports to ensure that contracts remain within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and comply with government cost control guidelines.
Contribute to the preparation of budgets and schedules for all contract work, ensuring alignment with organizational and contractual goals.
Assist in financial analyses, such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.
Ensure adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and monitoring financial commitments.
Direct the preparation of contractual changes into control systems, ensuring these changes are accurately reflected and managed.
Stay aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines, supporting the successful execution of contractual obligations.