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Program Control Analyst (PCA)

Huntsville, AL
Last Updated: 07/13/2025

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We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Program Control Analyst to support financial and program operations for a government contracting client in Huntsville, AL. This role involves working across project planning and control, variance analysis, and financial monitoring—playing a key part in the success of complex federal programs. The ideal candidate brings experience in federal procurement, program finance, and is familiar with various contract types including CPFF, LOE, FPLOE, FFP, T&M, and IDIQs.

Key Responsibilities
Interface daily with program managers, finance, accounting, contracts, subcontracts, procurement, and external stakeholders to address program-related financial issues

Analyze contract terms and provide financial oversight to track and monitor program performance

Maintain program budgets in Deltek Costpoint

Monitor labor and travel charges each pay period, flagging and resolving discrepancies

Review employee travel expense reports and work with travel coordinators to ensure policy compliance

Process subcontractor and consultant invoices, ensuring proper coding and managerial approval

Compile and distribute weekly cost reports

Update monthly reports for program managers, including actuals and contract modifications

Prepare semimonthly program control center (PCC) analysis reports

Provide backup support for time entry across multiple systems and companies

Contribute to quarterly forecasts, monthly revised estimates (LREs), and Estimates at Completion (EACs)

Participate in budget (spend plan) development and analyze funding profiles

Conduct cost, schedule, and contract variance analysis

Manage purchase requisitions and monitor subcontractor costs

Support proposal pricing, cost modeling, and financial analysis for RFP responses

Prepare and reconcile customer invoices

Qualifications
Required Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline

Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in federal government contracting

Required Skills:

Strong background in program control, financial tracking, cost estimating, or accounting

Experience with billing and invoice preparation using Deltek Costpoint

Ability to analyze and manage large data sets in Excel and create executive-level reports

Working knowledge of federal contracting regulations (FAR, DFARS) and general accounting principles

Solid understanding of the full contract lifecycle—from proposal through closeout

Effective time management, organizational, and communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially advanced Excel functions

Ability to multitask and work both independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment

Desired Skills:

Advanced knowledge of Deltek Costpoint

Familiarity with preparing pricing for RFPs and contract negotiations

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