Project Control Analyst

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.  

SPA has an immediate need for a Project Control Analyst. SPA is looking for a finance professional to become a part of our fast-paced, award winning team. This position will become an integreal part of the company's success and growth.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Bring best practices to support our financial plans and policies, accounting practices, and procedures.
• Be responsible for creating new program spend plans and EACs.
• Attend and be responsible for the financial structure/revenue setup for internal project kick-off meetings.
• Develop and maintain customer financial reports and deliverables.
• Assist with cash flow by approving expenses, ensuring invoices are submitted to clients in a timely manner; analyze the DSO to determine ways to improve.
• Be responsible for program revenue and profit reporting.
• Be responsible for subcontractor and consultant accruals, cost tracking, and invoice reviews.
• Support financial planning, forecasts, and provide controller responsibilities such as A/R, Journal entries, A/P, etc.
• Work side by side with Program Managers to help their programs be successful and interact with all functional and line organizations.
• Must continuously be energized by a fast-paced environment and balance closing each month with attending needed PM/customer meetings.

Required Qualifications:

• Expert user of MS Excel
• Strong working knowledge of Deltek Costpoint & Cognos Reporting Tools
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field
• 2+ years of experience with financial planning, analysis and operations in a government contracting setting
• In depth knowledge of Cost Plus, FFP, and T&M contracts

Desired Qualifications: 

• Strong knowledge and experience with FAR compliance, CAS compliance, DCAA compliance, GAAP compliance and SOX compliance
• Understand financial statements and ability to interpret and evaluate profit and loss statements and balance sheets relevant to operations
• Strong working knowledge of Focuspoint