Program Cost / Control Analyst, Associate

Bigbear.ai

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

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Remote OK

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Support monthly financial planning, forecasting, and variance analysis for federal projects. Partner with program managers and accounting teams to monitor performance against budgets and contractual requirements.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. You possess 0-2 years of experience in program control, financial analysis, or accounting, with strong analytical and Excel skills. You are detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn government contracting concepts.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Excel

financial analysis

budgeting

forecasting

revenue reporting

labor reporting

financial reporting

data analysis

ERP systems

Job Description

Overview

BigBear.ai is seeking a Program Control Associate to support our federal projects by providing financial and program management analysis. This role assists with budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, reporting, and overall program financial performance.

This position will be based out of McLean, Va. and can be performed fully remote.

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment supporting multiple programs and stakeholders. This position provides an opportunity to develop foundational experience in program finance, project controls, and government contracting operations.


What you will do

· Support monthly financial planning, forecasting, and variance analysis activities across assigned programs

· Assist with revenue, backlog, funding, and labor reporting

· Prepare recurring financial reports and ad hoc analyses for program managers and leadership

· Monitor program performance against budget, forecast, and contractual requirements

· Support maintenance of financial data within ERP and reporting systems

· Partner with program managers, finance, contracts, and accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting

· Help identify data discrepancies, reporting issues, and process improvement opportunities

· Support audit requests and documentation requirements as needed

· Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation


What you need to have

· Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

· 0-2 years of experience in program control, financial analysis, accounting, project management, or related roles, preferably within the defense or government contracting industry

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis

· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Willingness to learn government contracting and program finance concepts


What we'd like you to have

· Internship or academic experience related to finance, accounting, or data analysis

· Exposure to government contracting, ERP systems, or project-based financial environments

· Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, or financial reporting concepts


About BigBear.ai

BigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on Bigbear.ai’s predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission-based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit https://bigbear.ai/ and follow BigBear.ai on LinkedIn: @BigBear.ai and X: @BigBearai.

BigBear.ai is an Equal opportunity employer all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Bigbear.ai

BigBear.ai fuses artificial intelligence with deep mission expertise, empowering decision-makers and operators to act with speed, precision, and confidence. BigBear.ai is at the forefront of innovation for defense and national security and is committed to supporting the critical infrastructure driving our nation's competitive edge. We deploy cutting-edge Al, machine learning, and computer vision solutions to defend critical operations and win with decision advantage. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI.
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