Program Planning & Control Analyst

Title:
Program Planning & Control Analyst
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KBR is seeking a Program Planning & Control Analyst for the Space and Mission Solutions Division. The Program Planning & Control Analyst will support NASA contracts and will be primarily responsible for Program Planning and Control. The Program Planning & Control Analyst will report directly to the Cost Control Manager.
Responsibilities include:

• Analyze cost trends in order to correct errors and provide forward guidance to maximize revenue and profit and minimize cost variances.
• Develop and control baselines and budgets.
• Monitor schedule/milestones to facilitate estimates to complete and process scope changes.
• Prepare and deliver customer report deliverables per the contract terms and conditions.
• Analyze/modify cost estimates and re-baseline programs as the need is identified.
• Prepare forecasts using program resource estimates with appropriately applied rates and factors.
• Knowledge of project management, scheduling, and control account planning concepts.
• Develop price/cost estimates utilizing established pricing concepts and applications.
• Application of FAR, CAS and government accounting standards.
• Develop Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), perform maintenance and charge number control.
• Perform moderately complex accounting and analytical tasks, including transaction processing, account reconciliation and analysis.
• Analyze program funding requirements and track subcontractor costs & fee.
• Assist in developing presentations and reports for internal and external customers.
• Track, trend, forecast and analyze subcontractor and vendor invoices.
• Develop and carry out long- and short-term objectives and balance multiple priorities.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex problems independently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field
• 4+ years of related experience.
• In lieu of education 8 years of related experience, CPA is desired.
• Knowledge of basic program management concepts (budgets, estimate to complete, project schedules, etc.).
• Knowledge of project management, scheduling, and control account planning concepts.
• Experience with COBRA or other MPM tools
• Experience with 533 Monthly Contractor Financial Management Report

Additional Qualifications:

• Familiarity with standard government agency reporting requirements (NASA, DOD).
• Proficient with Costpoint, COGNOS systems or other EVMS reporting engine.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Advanced Excel skills.

KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Inclusion and Diversity at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver - Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.