Project Setup Analyst III

Amentum•Richmond, VA

1d•$80,000 - $90,000•Remote

About The Position

The Project Setup Analyst III accurately and responsively sets up and maintains projects for new and existing contracts in the Deltek Costpoint Projects Module. Work includes maintaining project structures, contract modifications, billing and revenue information, project labor categories, and other project attributes. The analyst reviews submitted forms, coordinates with business partners, makes maintenance updates, and retains appropriate documentation for future reference and audit. This is a local remote-telework role. The selected candidate must live within a three-hour driving distance of an Amentum office in Reston, Virginia, or Fort Worth, Texas. Travel is not required. U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

Typically, five years of project setup experience in Deltek Costpoint with a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; one year of experience may substitute for each year of college degree.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Strong knowledge of Deltek Costpoint's Projects Module, including projects, accounts, organizations, billing and revenue formulas, and project labor categories.
Ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications, particularly Excel and SharePoint.
Strong analytical and logical ability.
Practical knowledge of U.S. defense contracting industry regulations and rules.
Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and requests simultaneously.
Understanding of general business principles and practices, and experience working in a corporate setting.
Curiosity, adaptability, and ability to learn new technologies quickly, including using AI responsibly to automate repetitive tasks, synthesize information, improve communication, and support problem-solving while maintaining human judgment and accountability.
Experience using AI tools to enhance workflows, productivity, decision-making, customer experiences, business outcomes, or operational efficiency.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a government contracting environment.
Familiarity with FAR/DFARS cost accounting standards.

Responsibilities

Set up and maintain projects in the Deltek Costpoint Projects Module according to published guidance and procedures.
Coordinate with business partners to ensure effective project setup and clear communication.
Generate reports and perform analytical reviews in Excel.
Ensure projects comply with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, company policies, and established procedures.
Maintain organized, audit-ready records and forms in the team's SharePoint-based document repository.
Assist with collecting and preparing documentation for audits.
Perform other duties as assigned.