Project Control Analyst - Rockville, United States - The Emmes Company, LLC

Description

Project Control Analyst

US Remote

Emmes Group: Building a better future for us all.

Emmes Group is transforming the future of clinical research, bringing the promise of new medical discovery closer within reach for patients. Emmes Group was founded as Emmes more than 47 years ago, becoming one of the primary clinical research providers to the US government before expanding into public-private partnerships and commercial biopharma. Emmes has built industry leading capabilities in cell and gene therapy, vaccines and infectious diseases, ophthalmology, rare diseases, and neuroscience.

We believe the work we do will have a direct impact on patients' lives and act accordingly. We stive to build a collaborative culture at the intersection of being a performance and people driven company. We're looking for talented professionals eager to help advance clinical research as we work to embed innovation into the fabric of our company. If you share our motivations and passion in research, come join us

Primary Purpose

The Project Control Analyst works with internal technical, business, contracts, vendors, and financial personnel to build and manage Estimate-at-Completion (EAC) financial models and revenue forecasts; monitors project transactions, revenue and billings; and reports/manages project level finances on the project level. The Project Control Analyst generally operates under general supervision on a primarily CPxF and T&M portfolio.

• Performs moderately complex aspects of planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting for projects of varying contract type, size, complexity, and levels of risk, while complying with overarching financial policies and procedures on CPxF and T&M contracts. Supports a portfolio of large, medium, and small government projects.
• Forecasts and identifies variances from project plans and pricing; manages change orders; provides financial analysis to Project Leads; takes proactive steps to manage project cost/schedule/performance.
• Develops and maintains both revenue recognition and management of EACs, Estimates-toComplete (ETCs), burn rate analyses, and related cost analyses.
• Responsible for numerous financial reports detailing monthly progress of the project.
• Responsible for but not limited to reviewing project setup, reviewing budgets, accounts receivables and open commitments, monthly closing information, risk analysis, analytical support, and project cost variances.
• Works alongside Project Leads to maintain project budgets including monthly budgeted vs. actual cost analysis; creates financial forecasts based upon input from the Project Leads to support FP&A efforts; maintains forecasting reports; identifies and communicates any risks such as cost overruns, underspending, vacancy issues, etc. to the Project Leads.
• Reviews monthly billing for accuracy and potential issues and recommends and implements actions to correct identified issues. Potential identifiable issues include but are not limited to costs charged to a contract where the Period of Performance (POP) has ended, inaccurate revenue and profit recognition, unapproved workforce charging, etc.
• Prepares internal and external reports on the financial status of assigned projects, including documentation and pricing in support of contract modifications and change control process throughout the project lifecycle.
• May serve as the project control liaison to provide cost control analysis support between Corporate Finance and Accounting and other company business units/departments; performs ad hoc reporting and analysis.
• Assists in implementing financial policies; develops, manages, and reports cost/schedule baseline data analysis, and report formats in support of contracts.
• Performs subcontract and purchase order management activities, including preparing purchase requisitions, processing invoices, and preparing accruals for projects using the PCA job.
• Performs moderately complex ad hoc reporting.
• Demonstrates analytical abilities by obtaining financial report information to help projects understand their performance and various transactions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field with a minimum 3 years of experience in government contract financial management
• Some experience with various types of contracts, subcontracts, or grants, to include Cost Reimbursable contracts (CPxF), Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Time and Material (T&M) contracts
• Experience working with or for a Contract Research Organization (CRO) a plus, especially within some clinical trials and/or pharmaceuticals setting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work comfortably with budgets and multiple company departments.
• General understanding of government contracting indirect rate structures and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and detail oriented.
• Strong computer skills, including high proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and data analysis software packages.
• Strong command of Excel based financials and able to model various scenarios.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Project. Experience with Smartsheet a plus.
• Experience working in a Deltek Costpoint and Cognos/BI Reporting environments preferred but not required

Emmes requires all US based Clinical Research Associate new hires to be fully vaccinated before their first day of employment. All new hires may also be required to comply with other COVID-19 health and safety protocols, such as masking or testing. Emmes complies with all applicable laws regarding reasonable accommodations or exemptions for religious, medical, or other legally protected reasons.

Why work at Emmes?

At Emmes, your actions and hard work will have a direct impact on public health initiatives, both globally and in our local communities with opportunities for volunteerism through our Emmes Cares community engagement program. We offer a competitive benefits package focused on the health and needs of our growing workforce, including:

• Flexible Approved Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Work From Home Anywhere in the US
• Maternal/Paternal Leave
• Casual Dress Code & Work Environment

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The Emmes Company, LLC is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.