Project Controls Analyst

Program Financial Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Program Controls Analyst to provide comprehensive cost and schedule analysis for complex government programs, including space and missile systems. The ideal candidate will work closely with multiple program teams to develop and maintain financial systems, support programmatic and financial reporting, and interface with finance functions to meet both program and corporate financial requirements.

Responsibilities

• Partner with program managers to provide financial guidance and support day-to-day decision-making
• Track and report on budget obligations, expenditures, and overall financial performance
• Monitor weekly funds run-out dates, including burn rate analysis and funding status; identify risks early and coordinate mitigation actions
• Conduct biweekly labor utilization reviews (planned vs. actual), flag variances, and support corrective actions
• Track subcontractor hours, reconcile reports with internal systems, and escalate discrepancies that may impact forecasts or deliverables
• Develop and maintain Excel-based reporting tools, dashboards, and trackers to improve accuracy, efficiency, and audit readiness
• Collaborate with Program Management, Contracts, Subcontracts, and Staffing teams to gather inputs, resolve data gaps, and maintain reporting timelines
• Support proposal development, including cost inputs for bids and project estimates
• Lead the development and enhancement of financial reporting and analytics tools
• Review projects to identify cost and schedule risks and provide actionable insights

Skills & Qualifications

• Deltek Cost point experience (MUST HAVE, but maybe open to someone with other large ERP experience like SAP)
• Excel Skills
• DoD Security Clearance or ability to obtain one (not required)
• Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field required and minimum of 5 years of recent related experience
• Position requires experience applying cost estimating, cost modeling, cost analysis, program analysis, program management, scheduling, and related cost, schedule, and technical analysis
• Experience with analysis and estimation of space technologies is a plus
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint and related applications (COGNOS, DELTEK BI, Costpoint planning and procurement modules) preferred
• Tenacity for data collection of the cost estimation process

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Belcamp, MD.

The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $55.28/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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