Project Controller (Pgm Cost Control Analyst 2)
The Project Controller supports diverse government projects by managing cost, schedule, and funding planning and reporting to ensure program performance aligns with goals. Acting as a key partner to Program Managers, the role involves risk identification, financial analysis, contract compliance, and collaboration across multiple functional teams. This position offers exposure to various contract types and requires strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills within a hybrid remote work environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Defense & Aerospace — Maritime Shipbuilding & Mission Technologies.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
- Provide cost, schedule, and funding planning, reporting, monitoring, and analytical support to Program Managers, including development of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and time-phased budgets and schedules.
- Assist with project setup in accordance with contractual terms, conditions, and requirements.
- Prepare program financial Estimates at Complete (EAC) and meet required submission deadlines.
- Enter and update the monthly corporate forecast for supported programs.
- Identify project risks and opportunities; partner with Program Management, Contracts, Procurement, and Finance/Accounting to support resolution.
- Support review and assessment of contract modifications and advise Program Management on potential impacts.
- Perform analytical reviews and accuracy checks of cost reporting documentation.
- Prepare variance analyses and associated reporting for program leadership.
- Develop financial Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables and ensure timely, accurate submissions to customers.
- Perform ad hoc financial analyses at the request of the Program Management Office (PMO) or other stakeholders.
- Monitor funding status and provide timely, detailed notifications of funding levels by line item as needed.
- Support accounts receivable during billing by monitoring billing status and collaborating to resolve unbilled issues promptly.
- Assist in preparing subcontractor and vendor accruals in accordance with GAAP and internal policies.
- Ensure program revenue and profit are recorded in alignment with the EAC.
- Maintain compliance with GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and company policies related to contract performance and financial reporting.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
What You Must Have
- 3 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s in a related field; or 1 year relevant experience with a Master’s; OR High School diploma (or equivalent) with 7 years relevant experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret clearance.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office; working knowledge of relevant financial/project software.
- Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, EAC development, and cost/schedule performance tracking.
- Strong communication and presentation skills — able to translate financial data into actionable insights.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Customer-service orientation and ability to build effective working relationships across functions.
- High attention to detail and proactive identification of discrepancies or risks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using Deltek Costpoint for project setup, reporting, and cost management.
- Familiarity with OneStream for forecasting, reporting, or consolidation.
- Background working with government contract types (e.g., CPFF, FFP, T&M, CPAF, CPIF, hybrid structures).
- Prior experience supporting programs in defense, maritime, or mission-technology environments.
Compensation & Benefits
- Anticipated salary range: $58,877 – $65,000 per year (good-faith estimate based on role and location). Final offers consider experience, education, and skills.
- Typical benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k)/savings plans, paid time off, tuition assistance, and other employee resources. Bonus or other non-recurrent compensation may be available and will be discussed during screening if applicable.
Location & Schedule
- Location: Newport News, VA (on-site presence expected; remote or hybrid schedule may be authorized after the required training period).
- Travel: Minimal (approximately 0–10%).
Additional Information
- This role reports to the Project Control Supervisor and partners closely with Program/Project Managers, technical leads, and functional teams (Contracts, Finance, Accounts Receivable, Subcontract Management, Procurement).
- Physical requirements are minimal (minor lifting/carrying of record boxes or equipment).
- Confidential client is committed to reasonable accommodations during the hiring process; candidates needing assistance should request them per the contact methods provided by the employer.
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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