Program Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst III

Sierra Space • Centennial, CO

69d • $90,000 - $123,000

About The Position

The Program Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst III is responsible for participating 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.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field (or a Master's degree with 3+ years of experience).
• Typically 5+ 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.
• Knowledge of DoD, government contracting, and/or public auditing policies, labor rate composition.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Certification such as 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.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the control of costs and schedules on contracts requiring a validated cost schedule control system.
• Perform analyses and prepare reports to ensure that contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters and government cost control guidelines.
• Participate in the preparation of budgets and schedules for all contract work.
• Assist in financial analyses such as funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis.
• Ensure adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures.
• Direct the preparation of contractual changes into control systems.
• Stay aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%.
• Life insurance.
• 3 weeks paid time off.
• Annual incentive pay based upon performance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees