Provide budget, contract, and financial management support to Project Managers
Assist Project Managers with maintaining the life cycle of projects per client requirements and company guidelines
Coordinate with project accounting staff to ensure invoices are submitted per established timelines and contractual requirements
Audit project management reports for financial impacts and provisions for gross profit optimization
Assist Project Managers with monthly forecasts and financial estimates
Support Project Managers with project/program enterprise structures (i.e.: Work Breakdown Structures, and Cost Breakdown Structures) as part of project budgeting and setup
Perform and manage all budget and cost control functions
Prepare month-end reports, variance reports, and ad hoc reports as required
Perform analytics and interpret project/program data for continuous improvement
Complete financial reconciliations as required
May train, manage, or mentor others
Administrate the use of Project Management Information Systems in areas such as budget/cost control, document control, and reporting

Requirements

Experience in all aspects of budget and cost controls, including budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management
Understanding contract terms
Working knowledge of project accounting methods and requirements
Understanding of principles and methods related to Earned Value Management
Proficient in mastering the use of Microsoft Office Suite (specifically desired: expertise in MS Excel)
Experience with MS Project and SQL /SharePoint Applications is a plus
Must be detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
Ability to see the "big picture" and use common sense to make decisions
Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to build trusting, long-term relationships
Relevant technical college graduate or a BS degree, or equivalent experience
3 years of experience in project/program controls, project management, or project accounting position
Experience working in a consulting or project management environment is strongly preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays per year
Accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
Eligible for paid sick leave

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

budget managementcost controlfinancial managementforecastingearned value managementproject accountinganalyticsfinancial reconciliationMicrosoft ExcelMS Project

Soft Skills

organizational skillstime managementcommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsdecision makingmentoringdetail-orientedbig picture thinkingtrust buildingcontinuous improvement

Certifications

BS degreetechnical college graduate