Lead Program Cost Control Analyst (Pgm Cost Control Analyst 5) - 26983

HII's Mission Technologies division • Syracuse, NY

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

At HII Mission Technologies, we don’t just manage projects; we safeguard the nation's interests in cyberspace and across every physical domain. As part of our Warfare Systems group, you will be at the heart of the "data evolution," supporting high-stakes missions in cyber operations, electronic warfare, and C5ISR systems.

We are looking for a powerhouse
Lead Program Cost Control Analyst to serve as a technical linchpin for our most complex government contracts and lead complex program financial planning, forecasting, and Earned Value Management (EVMS). This isn’t just about spreadsheets—it’s about driving the financial performance and compliance that allows our engineers to build the world’s most advanced defense technology.

Requirements

• 15+ years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13+ years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19+ years relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with EVMS implementation and analysis in a government contracting environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Deltek Costpoint, Microsoft Excel, and financial modeling.
• Strong working knowledge of federal contracts, including task order management and cost tracking.
• Solid understanding of funding allocation, billing cycles, and financial deliverables.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Candidates must possess a strong background working with multiple government contract types: FFP, FPI, FPLOE, T&M, CPAF, CPFF, CPIF, and hybrid contracts.
• Must possess the ability to qualify for a US level Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• PMP, EVMP, or similar certification.
• Familiarity with EVMS tools (e.g., Cobra, wInsight, Empower).
• Experience supporting DCMA audits or customer EVMS surveillance.
• Experience with Cognos, Power BI, or similar reporting/visualization platforms.
• An active US level Secret clearance or higher.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, maintenance, and reporting of EVMS-Lite cost/schedule integration and baseline management activities.
• Prepare and submit Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Reports (IPMDAR/IPMR) and related Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs).
• Develop and maintain time-phased budgets, Estimates at Completion (EACs), and financial forecasts at control account, CLIN, and contract levels.
• Oversee financial tracking of product builds using WIP (Work-in-Progress) account, ensuring accurate cost accumulation for material and labor. Reconcile WIP balances monthly and resolve discrepancies between actuals and expended costs.
• Monitor inventory transactions, usage variances, and work order completions to ensure accurate of cost of goods sold.
• Identify root causes of variances and drive action plans to resolve performance issues within EAC and baseline thresholds.
• Track actual costs, commitments, and obligations and ensure alignment with approved budgets and funding.
• Prepare and deliver variance analyses and ad hoc reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure revenue recognition, invoicing, and accruals are aligned with project financials and earned value.
• Ensure proper cost classification and task structure in support of project planning and billing accuracy.
• Reconcile unbilled balances and assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Assist in preparing financial deliverables, such as Monthly Status Report, EAC, and Invoicing.
• Partner with Program Managers, Contracts, Procurement, CAMs, and Scheduling teams to support compliant and efficient program execution.
• Perform data entry and validation in Deltek Costpoint related to labor and non-labor transactions, project setup, and invoice processing.
• Work with Contracts, Accounting, and the PM to ensure invoices are accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Help maintain a complete repository of supporting documentation including funding mods, invoice logs, and funding assignments.
• Mentor junior analysts, review their deliverables, and provide coaching on EVMS practices and Costpoint tools.
• Support proposal pricing, basis of estimates (BOEs), and cost volume development when needed.

Benefits

• We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior