Program Control Analyst

ARA

Program Control Analyst at ARA's Software Enterprise Division handling project budgets and financial analysis. Requires Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of related experience in Raleigh, NC.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in budget tracking, financial analysis, and project management, with a strong focus on compliance with FAR/DFAR requirements. Proficient in developing cost proposals and managing supplier agreements while maintaining a high level of detail and problem-solving capabilities.

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Budget TrackingFinancial AnalysisFAR/DFAR RequirementsMS Excel ProficiencyProject Management

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Hard Skills

Budget TrackingFinancial AnalysisCost Proposal DevelopmentSupplier Agreement ManagementContract Modification Analysis

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedProblem-SolverSelf-DirectedTime ManagementCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Business AdministrationFinanceAccountingProject FinanceContract Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Budget tracking, forecasting, and other financial analysis tasks for an assigned portfolio of projects
Preparing and updating project finance & management plans based on executed contracts and contract modifications
Compiling, recording, analyzing, submitting, tracking, and closeout supplier agreements and invoicing for direct purchases and subcontracts
Developing cost proposals and quotes based on ARA standard estimating practices and input from project managers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a US Citizen (No exceptions; green card holders are not eligible)
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related degree along with 5-7 years of relevant experience
Ability to manage competing priorities and complete assigned tasks within required timelines
High proficiency in MS Excel
Self-directed, detail-oriented, and a problem-solver
Demonstrated knowledge/experience in FAR/DFAR requirements
Excellent oral & written communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Remote work options