Program Controls Analyst full_time

Danbury Mission Technologies is part of the ARKA Group, L.P. ARKA stands for more than creating better technology. We believe in building a better world. Built on a diversity of people, ideas and thoughts, we develop the technologies and projects that have a meaningful impact for a more certain, sustainable world of opportunity for everyone.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Program Controls Analyst who has a passion for utilizing their financial analysis skills to work collaboratively and cross-functionally with teams in the Finance, Engineering, and Program Management area.  As a true business manager, this person will have the opportunity to learn how to directly own and drive performance of their programs throughout the entire program lifecycle, while providing, presenting, and translating detailed meaningful data into recommendations to influence key business decisions. 

Responsibilities: 

In this position, you will be responsible for learning and owning the following:

• Provide support to the proposal teams by developing and analyzing cost inputs, pricing proposal inputs and  creating compliant proposal submittals
• Create and maintain program budgets and forecasts utilizing earned value management
• Monitor program financial data on a weekly and monthly basis
• Develop and maintain monthly forecasts, prepare variance analysis as needed
• Prepare internal and external customer financial reports
• Prepare and present quarterly estimates-at-completion (EAC’s)
• Ensure compliance with all required corporate, department and government policies and regulations
• Support Program Management by providing recurring and ad hoc project reporting and analyses

Education Requirements: 

• Minimum of BA/BS degree in accounting, finance or a related discipline

Experience Required: 

• Ability to prioritize with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining a high degree of flexibility
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to lead and resolve daily issues
• Appreciation of the importance of compliance to learn FAR, DFAR, CAS, and SOX guidelines
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• SAP experience a plus
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

• Able to lift/move computer and printer equipment

Collaborating with world class experts, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions in fulfillment of our customers’ requirements.  We believe in our mission, and we believe in supporting our employees.  We offer policies and programs that provide opportunities for continual learning, career growth and work/life balance along with a full suite of health and welfare benefits. 

Due to contract requirements, US citizenship is required.  Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the US and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position.  You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained and this may take several months.

Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance.  For your information, here is the form the government requires to begin the process of obtaining a clearance:  https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf86.pdf

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Danbury Mission Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.