Program Cost Scheduling & Control Analyst III

Sierra Space Corporation$92K — $126K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or Master's with 3+ years of experience
  • 5+ years in management consulting, finance, or analytics roles
  • Experience in finance-related positions such as Cost Management or Financial Planning
  • Proficient in advanced Excel features like Pivot Tables and Vlookups
  • Strong analytical skills with data analysis tool experience
  • Knowledge of DoD, government contracting, and public auditing policies

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the control of costs and schedules for validated cost schedule control systems
  • Prepare analyses and reports to ensure contract compliance with cost guidelines
  • Assist in developing budgets and schedules for contract work
  • Conduct financial analyses such as funding profiles and variance analysis
  • Maintain accurate records of expenditures to ensure adequate funding
  • Direct the preparation of contractual changes into control systems

Benefits

  • Generous benefit package including medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
  • 3 weeks paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible working environment
  • Professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
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. Minimum Qualifications: - 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. Preferred Qualifications: - 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. Compensation: Pay Range: $92,117.00 - $126,660.50 Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness. We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more. Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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