Program Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst III

Sierra Space • Louisville, CO

45d

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. 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. Contributing to the preparation of budgets and schedules for all contract work will be a key responsibility. You will assist in financial analyses, including funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis, to provide actionable insights for decision-making. Ensuring adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures will be essential to your role. You will direct the preparation of contractual changes into control systems, ensuring they are accurately reflected and managed. Additionally, you will stay aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines, facilitating the successful execution of contractual obligations.

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.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

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 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.
• Assist in financial analyses, including funding profiles, sales outlook, and variance analysis, to provide actionable insights for decision-making.
• Ensure adequate funding is available by maintaining accurate records of expenditures.
• Direct the preparation of contractual changes into control systems, ensuring they are accurately reflected and managed.
• Stay aware of outstanding work against each contract to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines, facilitating the successful execution of contractual obligations.

Benefits

• Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
• We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees