Program Controller I
The Program Controller I at Confidential Client is responsible for managing program-specific financial requirements including earned value management, invoicing, and payroll adjustments. This role involves analyzing cost data, preparing financial forecasts, supporting proposal development, and ensuring compliance with federal contract financial regulations. The position requires collaboration with program managers and government officials to maintain accurate financial status and support contract pricing and budgeting activities.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client is seeking a Program Controller I to support program-level financial management for federal contracts. This role focuses on earned value reporting, cost estimating, invoice and funding reconciliation, and regular financial analysis using corporate accounting systems. The position is based in Sierra Bonita, AZ and supports Accounting & Finance activities for government contracts.
Responsibilities
- Compile and analyze financial information and cost estimates from both federal government and company perspectives.
- Prepare regular reports and analysis for Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
- Communicate with federal procurement officials regarding program/contract financial requirements.
- Review cost records and ensure proper allocation of cost data.
- Analyze financial and budgetary information and provide actionable insight.
- Work with Deltek CostPoint, Concur, Adaptive or similar time and accounting systems.
- Draft milestone status reports and earned value management deliverables.
- Perform cost estimates, Estimates to Complete (ETC), and Estimates at Completion (EAC).
- Reconcile obligations, expenditures, and contract funding levels.
- Support proposal preparation by compiling cost data, developing basis of estimate (BOE), and participating in pricing reviews.
- Develop cost proposals and modifications per client requirements.
- Conduct ad hoc budget variance analyses for senior leadership review.
- Prepare budget documents and inputs for future projections and financial forecasts.
- Track invoices and maintain supporting documentation.
- Build close working relationships with Program Managers, customers, and subcontractors.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Completion of college-level coursework in a finance-related field.
- 2+ years of accounting or corporate systems experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Ability to pass a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
- Project management experience.
- Previous experience supporting government contracts and federal procurement processes.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong understanding of federal contract financial requirements, budgetary processes, and obligation/expenditure tracking.
- Experience with earned value management and program-level financial reporting.
- Comfortable working within a complex corporate environment and collaborating across teams.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
What We Offer & Growth
Confidential Client supports professional development through on-the-job learning and structured development programs. Team members can expect opportunities to expand skills in contract finance, proposal support, and earned value management while working on government programs.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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