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Project Controls Financial Analyst

CirrusLabs

Laurel, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Ad Hoc Financial Modeling, Administrative Skills, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Bid Packages, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Processes, Business Support, Communication Skills, Contract Management, Contract Requirements, Cost Estimates, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Economics, Finance, Financial Administration, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Forecasting, Funding, Government, Government Contracts, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Oracle Applications, Oracle Financials, Pivot Tables, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Planning, Project Control, Purchasing/Procurement, Reporting Skills, Sales Presentation, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Laurel, MD
POSTED
Today
Job Responsibilities:
  • As a Project Controls / Financial Analyst, you will:
    • Program Financial Monitoring & Analysis
    • Monitor and analyze the financial status of assigned programs.
    • Collaborate with Program Managers and sponsor fiscal representatives to review financial performance.
    • Use the Oracle Financial System and Microsoft Excel to analyze actual and projected costs.
    • Prepare and maintain monthly financial reports in accordance with contract requirements.
    • Provide ad hoc financial reporting and support customer/sponsor briefings as needed.
  • Proposal and Cost Volume Support
    • Support the preparation of cost volumes for new business proposals and follow-on efforts.
    • Assist Program Managers with interpreting solicitation and proposal requirements.
    • Support resource and procurement planning activities.
    • Contribute to cost estimating and final cost proposal submissions to ensure compliant proposal packages.
    • Work with procurement organizations to obtain supporting basis-of-estimate information for material and subcontract cost estimates.
    • Analyze and apply relevant cost history where applicable.
  • Program Administration & Business Support
    • Assist with a variety of program and business administration tasks, including:
    • Preparing and participating in financial presentations.
    • Supporting Contracts Administrators on contractual and funding questions and forecasts.
    • Developing responsive documentation for customer/sponsor inquiries.
    • Supporting general business process and reporting needs.
    • Prepare clear written documentation related to financial and administrative matters.
    • Support SOM management in preparation for internal and external program reviews.
    • Interact regularly with internal stakeholders and, as needed, government sponsors and senior management.
Basic Hiring Criteria:
  • A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
  • At least 2 years of professional experience in financial management, project controls, financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and/or financial reporting.
  • Experience supporting a range of business/financial activities, including:
    • Analyzing financial data
    • Preparing reports and presentations for stakeholders
  • Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and support business decision-making.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, lookups, pivot tables, data analysis, basic financial modeling).
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial data.
  • Experience with Oracle Financials or similar enterprise financial systems.
  • Prior experience in project controls, government contracting, or aerospace/defense environments.
  • Proven ability to:
    • Manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
    • Operate as a self-starter with strong attention to detail.
    • Support senior leadership and interact professionally with sponsors and external partners.

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