Project Controls Analyst; Virginia

The GBS Group is seeking a Project Controls Analyst to support our Federal Division. The Project Controls Analyst will be responsible for supporting the Program Managers in overseeing the financial health of the division by assisting with analyzing project costs, revenue, risks, pricing, as well as assisting with budgets and forecasting of costs. The Project Controls Analysts compile and analyze financial information for NSWCPD government contracts.

Successful candidates should also be comfortable with performing other administrative functions as needed since we work in a team environment. This position reports to directly to the Project Controller Manager and serves as a key financial partner to both Upper Management and the Federal Operational leadership team.

The GBS Group is seeking a Project Controls Analyst to support our Federal Division. The Project Controls Analyst will be responsible for supporting the Program Managers in overseeing the financial health of the division by assisting with analyzing project costs, revenue, risks, pricing, as well as assisting with budgets and forecasting of costs. The Project Controls Analysts compile and analyze financial information for NSWCPD government contracts.

Successful candidates should also be comfortable with performing other administrative functions as needed since we work in a team environment. This position reports to directly to the Project Controller Manager and serves as a key financial partner to both Upper Management and the Federal Operational leadership team.

The Project Analyst will predominantly be responsible for creating cost proposals, project setups and financial reporting as outlined below:

• Work closely with Program Managers to monitor and track the financial health of projects through analysis of costs, revenue, risks, and pricing.
• Assist Program Managers with establishing and monitoring budgets, as well as providing transparency into financial performance on a routine basis
• Execute financial forecasting and reconciliation to ensure project accounts remain profitable and revenue recognition is balanced and accurate.
• Assist with the development of revenue and expense analyses, as well as create and present monthly reports that provide Upper Management with the division’s financial performance.
• Assist with the development and auditing of cost and price proposals, ensuring all submissions for solicitations and quotes are accurate and compliant.
• Strengthen the division’s financial health by assisting with invoice preparation, eCRAFT submission files and submission into WAWF.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in the Business Central accounting system, overseeing project setup, reviewing and approving employee expense reports, and ensuring all charging data is accurate from award to closeout.
• Act as the primary point of contact for financial deliverables, ensuring customer’s accurate and timely reporting.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent
• Four (4) to nine (9) years of project finance, cost analysis, or government contracting experience
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Advanced Excel skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and tasks

• Have an understanding of diverse contract types, with a specific emphasis on Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF).
• Familiarity with the Federal/Defense industry and the nuances of project forecasting/financial analyses within this sector.
• Direct experience with government contracting, including familiarity with DCAA rate structures,…