Sr. Project Control Analysts (PCA)

Trace Systems

$75K — $95K *
Tampa, FL 33647In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in project control or finance for DOD contracts.
  • Expertise in financial analysis including EAC development and contract management.
  • Proficient in government accounting systems like Deltek Costpoint or Unanet.
  • Strong Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
  • Ability to prepare and interpret financial reports and dashboards.
  • Exceptional analytical and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of government contracting regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the main Point of Contact for all Project Control activities.
  • Manage project financial structure compliance during kick-off meetings.
  • Develop comprehensive budgets and forecasts for diverse projects.
  • Conduct cost and schedule performance variance analysis and EAC updates.
  • Evaluate contract modifications and inform the program management team of impacts.
  • Monitor funding and provide timely status updates on project finances.
  • Collaborate with teams to identify project risks and propose resolutions.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
  • Supportive work environment focusing on national security.
  • Participation in program reviews and input on key decisions.
  • Engagement in diverse projects with varied complexities.
  • Access to advanced tools and systems for project management.
Full Job Description
Job Overview

Job Title: Sr. Project Control Analyst (PCA)

Location: Tampa, FL

Job Responsibilities

Trace Systems is seeking an experienced, dedicated, and energetic Sr. Project Control Analyst (PCA) to join our team in Tampa, FL.
  • Serve as the primary Point of Contact (POC) in all aspects of Project Control (including project set up, purchase requisitions, monthly accrual calculations, cost/variance analysis, EAC development, project reporting, customer invoicing support, communications to Project Managers and customers, etc.).
  • Attend internal project kick-off meetings and be responsible for the financial structure (project set up) in compliance with contractual terms, conditions, and requirements.
  • Prepare budgets/forecasts, trackers, reports of various contract types, size, and complexity.
  • Develop and maintain Estimates at Completion (EACs). Conduct cost, schedule, and contract performance variance analysis.
  • Review and assess all contract modifications. Advise the program management team of impacts as necessary.
  • Monitor funding status, providing reliable and timely notification of funding status by line-item detail as required.
  • Identify project risks and opportunities and provide analytical contribution in working resolution with PM, Contracts, Procurement and Finance/Accounting.
  • Prepare financial Contract Data Requirements for programs. Ensure contractual requirements are met and customer financial deliverables are accurate and on time.
  • Support accounts receivable as required during the billing processing. Monitor billing status and unbilled issues, working with Finance, Contracts, Accounting and PMO to resolve issues in a timely manner.
  • Prepare subcontractor and vendor accruals in accordance with GAAP and internal policies to ensure that the project's cost/commitment is accurately captured and reported internally and externally.
  • Ensure program revenue and profit is recorded in compliance with the EAC.
  • Support and participate in program reviews.
  • Maintain control of documents and records to serve as a reference for future inquiries or audits.
  • Support Request for Proposals (RFPs), prepare pricing models and cost analysis.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Required Skills:
  • Advanced in MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIF, graphs, etc.).
  • Intermediate in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook).
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to process and analyze large volumes of data in Excel and consolidate into management level reports.
  • Complete understanding of financial analysis such as Return on Sales (ROS), Return on Costs (ROC), revenue & profit forecasts, as well as an understanding of the preparation of program baseline data, EAC development, and cost estimating/pricing.
  • Knowledge of general and corporate business practices, government contracting regulations and principles, and accounting and finance principles.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills; the ability to perform effectively within deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Due to the nature of the work and US Government required, US Citizenship is required.
  • 4+ years of experience providing project control, program finance, cost analysis, or a similar role in support of DOD contracts.
  • 4+ years of experience using government accounting and/or project control systems (Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, MS Project, or equivalent platforms).
  • Ability to interpret and analyze program performance metrics.
  • Experience preparing financial reports and dashboards.

Desired Qualification

  • Possess a current CCE/CCP certification or an equivalent DOD financial management certification.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government issued Secret clearance.
  • Advanced Costpoint skills to include Project Set Up, Planning, Business Intelligence.

Education

  • High School Diploma



Trace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nation's security interests at home and abroad-- whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT, engineering, full life-cycle communications, cybersecurity, cloud and virtualization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies.

To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Trace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading-edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. To learn more about our current openings, text 'tracejobs' to 97211 or apply directly through our website at: www.tracesystems.com. #jointracesystems

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