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ParsonsKellogg · 1 month ago

Principal Project Control Analyst

United States

Full-time

Remote

Lead/Staff

$101K/yr - $177K/yr

10+ years exp

ParsonsKellogg is a leading company in the defense and critical infrastructure markets, seeking a Principal Project Control Analyst to support a variety of contract types within the organization. The role involves managing cost control systems, project planning and reporting, and financial analysis to ensure effective project execution and compliance with financial policies.

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Responsibilities

Assist in developing and managing cost control systems to provide project and company management with accurate and timely financial information

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 CPxF and T&M contracts

Facilitate the development of WBS by collaborating with Program Management, Procurement, and Finance Departments

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

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

Develop and maintain revenue recognition models, EACs, Estimates-to-Complete (ETCs), burn rate analyses, and related cost analyses using advanced Excel-based financial modeling

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

Perform subcontract and purchase order management activities, including preparing purchase requisitions, processing invoices, and preparing accruals for projects

Generate ad hoc reports to support project performance analysis and decision-making

Demonstrate analytical abilities by obtaining financial report information to help projects understand their performance and transactions

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Cost Control SystemsFinancial ModelingProject Planning & ReportingDeltek CostpointGovernment Contract ManagementMicrosoft ExcelAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

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 (CPxF), Firm Fixed Price (FFP), and Time and Material (T&M) contracts

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

Preferred

Experience using Deltek Cost Point

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 (CPxF), Firm Fixed Price (FFP), and Time and Material (T&M), and the ability to assist in tracking and managing these contracts