Proposal Financial Analyst III

FRONTGRADE TECHNOLOGIES • Colorado Springs, CO

76d • $72,874 - $91,093

About The Position

We are seeking a Financial Analyst III to join our dynamic team. This critical role supports the development of strategic pricing and cost proposals for government and commercial contracts. The ideal candidate thrives in high-pressure environments and can collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to produce accurate, compliant, and competitive pricing solutions. This is an on-site role in Colorado Springs, CO.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in pricing, cost estimating, or financial analysis—preferably in a government contracting environment.
• OR (9) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree.
• OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree.
• Understanding various contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M, etc.).
• Excellent Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops detailed cost/price models and computes cost estimates for labor, raw materials, and subcontracted work in collaboration with Basis of Estimate (BOE) subject matter experts (SMEs) or project managers.
• Supports and contributes to the development of compliant, well-justified BOEs that align with technical and management solutions.
• Coordinates with proposal managers to produce realistic pricing schedules that align with solution timelines, while ensuring compliance with all pricing activities.
• Operates effectively in a high-pressure, fast-paced proposal environment, collaborating with geographically dispersed teams to deliver accurate and timely pricing inputs and documentation.
• Leads the development of strategic pricing approaches, coordinating with capture, technical, and management teams to align cost strategies with win themes.
• Determines material, labor, and overhead costs; manages the coordination of labor and material estimates with internal procurement and subcontract teams.
• Supports cost realism assessments and integrates BOE rationale into pricing narratives and summary sheets.
• Communicates complex pricing strategies, cost modeling methodologies, and historical analysis through visual and verbal presentations tailored to varied stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits: Medical (FSA + HSA), Dental, and Vision
• Immediate 401K Vesting/Matching
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (8 regular and 3 floating)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave
• Profit Sharing Plan applies to all non-Annual Incentive Plan and non-Sales Incentive Plan employees.

What This Job Offers

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