Appcast

Principal Project Control Specialist

Appcast$103K — $181K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field with 10+ years of experience.
  • 3–5 years of experience specific to government contract financial management.
  • Familiarity with key contract types (CPFF, FFP, T&M).
  • US citizenship required.
  • Strong analytical skills with budget collaboration experience.
  • General understanding of indirect rate structures and government contracting procedures.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail with strong organizational capabilities.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint and Cognos Reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in developing and managing cost control systems for accurate financial reporting.
  • Perform project planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting for various contract types.
  • Facilitate Work Breakdown Structure development with cross-department collaboration.
  • Conduct data analysis and create presentations for cost status.
  • Forecast variances and manage change orders, providing financial analyses.
  • Develop revenue recognition models and related financial analyses.
  • Work with Project Leads to maintain project budgets and identify risks.
  • Manage subcontract and purchase order processes and generate ad hoc reports.
  • Oversee 1-2 team members and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedules.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) opportunities.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Life insurance and holiday benefits.
Full Job Description

Job Description:

Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Project Control Principal Analyst to join our team! In this role you will get to support a variety of contract types  within the organization! This role offers opportunities to grow within the organization and gain exposure to complex projects and cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Be Doing:
•    Cost Control Systems: Assist in developing and managing cost control systems to provide project and company management with accurate and timely financial information.
•    Project Planning & Reporting: Perform all aspects of planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting for projects of varying contract types, sizes, complexities, and risk levels, ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures for FFP, CPFF, and T&M contracts.
•    Work Breakdown Structure (WBS): Facilitate the development of WBS by collaborating with Program Management, Procurement, and Finance Departments.
•    Data Analysis: Conduct independent analysis of data stored in project management and cost control systems; create presentations using graphs, diagrams, and other visual aids to illustrate cost status.
•    Variance & Change Management: Forecast and identify variances from project plans and pricing; manage change orders; provide financial analysis to Project Leads; take proactive steps to manage project cost, schedule, and performance.
•    Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain revenue recognition models, EACs, Estimates-to-Complete (ETCs), burn rate analyses, and related cost analyses using advanced Excel-based financial modeling.
•    Budget Management: Work alongside Project Leads to maintain project budgets, including monthly budgeted vs. actual cost analysis; identify and communicate risks such as cost overruns, underspending, and vacancy issues.
•    Subcontract & Purchase Order Management: Perform subcontract and purchase order management activities, including preparing purchase requisitions, processing invoices, and preparing accruals for projects.
•    Ad Hoc Reporting: Generate ad hoc reports to support project performance analysis and decision-making.
•    Financial Analysis: Demonstrate analytical abilities by obtaining financial report information to help projects understand their performance and transactions.

•   Management: Manager to 1-2 team members with potential for more

•   Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field and typically 10+ years of related work experience.
  • 3–5 years of experience in government contract financial management.
  • Familiarity with various contract types, subcontracts, or grants, including Cost Reimbursable contracts (CPFF), Firm Fixed Price (FFP), and Time and Material (T&M) contracts.
  • US Citizen
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work comfortably with budgets and collaborate across multiple departments.
  • General understanding of government contracting indirect rate structures and procedures.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and data analysis.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools.
  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint and Cognos Reporting environments preferred.


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Secret Clearance preferred
  • Basic understanding of federal government contracting principles, including familiarity with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement), with a willingness to deepen knowledge.
  • Familiarity with reviewing and verifying travel expenses for compliance with federal travel regulations (e.g., Joint Travel Regulations or Federal Travel Regulation), ensuring accuracy and adherence to policies.
  • Ability to learn and apply new software, tools, and systems relevant to project controls, federal compliance, and financial management.
  • Foundational knowledge of federal contract types such as Cost Reimbursable (CPFF), Firm Fixed Price (FFP), and Time and Material (T&M), and the ability to assist in tracking and managing these contracts.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.

About Appcast

Appcast is a global leader in programmatic recruitment advertising technology. More than just a job board, Appcast?s programmatic recruitment advertising exchange connects employers and job seekers through real-time bidding and automatic job ad optimization. Appcast?s proprietary technology and advanced data analysis tools enable employers to source and hire top talent quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Appcast is headquartered in Lebanon, New Hampshire, with offices in Boston, New York City, San Francisco, London, Manchester, and Budapest.
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Size
200 employees
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Founded
2014

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