Project Control Analyst

Persistent Systems•New York, NY

56d•$103,000 - $129,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Project Control Analyst who is passionate about project management, compliance, and systems optimization to join our rapidly growing team at Persistent Systems. You will join our rapidly growing team at Persistent Systems’ New York City headquarters and help to support the successful operation of the company’s contracting and capture functions. This role reports to the head of the Corporate Pricing and Profitability Team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the company’s contracting, compliance, and capture operations. You will work cross-functionally with Program Managers, Contracts, and Accounting to ensure effective cost control, performance tracking, and adherence to government and customer requirements. This position offers high visibility and the opportunity to collaborate with leaders across the organization. You’ll be instrumental in establishing compliant, data-driven project control systems that support strategic decision-making and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, project management, or related discipline and a minimum of four years of prior relevant experience
Proven experience as a Project Control Analyst or in a similar role within a project-based environment, particularly government contracting or other compliance-related industry
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Able to work both autonomously (self-guided) and as an integral team member in a highly dynamic work environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software, particularly Excel
Must have a United States Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a United States Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience interfacing with Capture and Program organizations
Experience working on competitive and sole source, FFP, and CPFF programs $50 Million and up

Responsibilities

Establish, maintain, and continuously improve project control systems, including document management, change management, and performance measurement frameworks.
Ensure compliance with corporate project management standards, internal controls, and relevant government regulations.
Collaborate closely with Accounting, Compliance, and Contracts to ensure projects align with contractual terms, audit requirements, and cost accounting standards.
Develop and maintain compliance tracking tools and dashboards to monitor project performance and reporting accuracy.
Partner with internal and external auditors, providing documentation and data to support audit and review processes.
Track project timelines, labor codes, access requirements, and cost vouchers against established contract baselines.
Prepare and analyze monthly audit and performance reports, identifying key variances, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Conduct trend and variance analysis to support decision-making and optimize indirect cost allocations and budget performance.
Provide risk assessments and recommendations to project teams to support proactive risk management and mitigation strategies.
Support the continuous improvement of pricing and cost management processes across the organization.
Ensure data accuracy and integrity by preparing, maintaining, and verifying all project setups, task details, cost codes, and employee access to projects.