Contracts Cost Analyst

General Dynamics Corporation; Bremerton, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Holidays

Personal day

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in Bremerton, WA is seeking a Contracts Cost Analyst to manage contract cost databases, monitor budgets, and generate weekly CSSR reports for Program Managers. The role requires strong Excel skills, MS Office proficiency, and knowledge of EVMS, WBS, and cost reporting.

Responsibilities include cost variance analysis, funding data preparation for internal customers and partners, and coordinating with Accounting to reconcile discrepancies.

Qualifications

• A BA/BS in business admin or related field with 4 years related experience, or AA/AS with 6 years related experience, or 10 years directly related experience.
• Shipyard experience desired.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of direct and indirect costs and cost reporting.

Responsibilities

• Create database files in appropriate software to oversee contract costs.
• Update costs with weekly labor and material data.
• Produce CSSR reports for Program Managers.
• Analyze cost variances outside contractual thresholds with PMs.
• Prepare cost and funding data for internal customers and teaming partners.
• Discuss job status and budget variances with Program Managers.
• Ensure variance analysis complies with CDRL requirements.
• Prepare transfer documentation for labor, material, and subcontract costs.
• Coordinate with Accounting to reconcile discrepancies.
• Maintain hardcopy contact files and assist in proposal preparation.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Cost reporting

EVMS

WBS

Education

BA/BS in Business Administration or related

AA/AS + 6 years related experience

10 years related experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Data Base Management Systems

Cost accounting systems

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Contracts Cost Analyst

Location: Bremerton, WA, US, 98337

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com

Shift: ALL

Security Clearance: No Clearance

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE (Job Description)

The Contracts Cost Analyst must be able to create & maintain databases for the purpose of overseeing the financial health of ongoing ship repair contracts. To do so, the analyst must be fluent in Excel, and trainable in multiple Data Base Management Systems.

POSITION DEMANDS (Education/Training)

• Typically has a BA/BS in Business Administration or a related academic field plus 4 years directly related experience or AA/AS plus 6 years directly related experience or 10 years directly related experience.
• Shipyard experience desired.
• Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Must have an understanding of direct cost, indirect costs, fees, and how they pertain to the cost reporting process.
• Basic knowledge of contract requirements including Contract Data Requirement List, (CDRL), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).

POSITION DEMANDS (Required Experience)

In depth knowledge of:

• While a degree in accounting is not required, a familiarity with cost and accounting practices and guidelines is required.
• Trade production rate structures and budget management.
• Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Cost, Schedule, and Control System(CSCS)
• Performance trend, budget, and resource capacity analysis including recommendations, and implementation plans.
• Strong costing, analytics and accounting skills.
• Repair and modernization Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) philosophy
• Ship repair, overhaul and modernization processes and procedures.
• Material Procurement processes.
• Development and implementation of strategic Repair objectives.
• Technical conflict resolution between all Production, Purchasing, Subcontracts and support departments.
• Development, application, and analysis of performance measures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

X

Carrying

Lifting

X

Walking

X

Climbing

Pulling

X

Must be able to go on vessels occasionally

Crawling

X

Sitting

X

Visual Requirements:

X

Crouching

X

Standing

X

Hearing

Stooping

Other:

X

Kneeling

X

Talking

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• The position of Contracts Cost Analyst reports to the Contracts Manager.
• The position requires a close working relationship with Planners, Program Managers, Estimators, and NWRMC Personnel. The Program Managers will be the primary customers.
• The position requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create database files in appropriate software application and ensure accuracy.
• Maintain database files by:
• Appending appropriate change order budgets to database
• Update actual costs with weekly labor and material downloads
• Create weekly in-house Cost Schedule Status Reports (CSSR), for Program Managers.
• Working with Program Managers to develop an analysis of cost variances outside the contractual thresholds.
• Prepare cost and funding data to support the Program Managers, for internal customers and teaming partners.
• Interact with Program Managers concerning job status, which may include up-to-date progress for individual items or reasons why an item is either over running or under running the budgeted amount.
• Review variance analysis to assure compliance with Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL).
• Compile transfer request documentation for labor, material, and/or subcontractor costs that have been posted.
• Coordinate with the Accounting Department to reconcile any discrepancies.
• Produce and maintain the hardcopy contact files
• Assist in printing and preparation of proposal packages
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Accountable for the quality of financial reports and cost analytics, providing accurate Estimate at Completion (EACs), and assisting the management team in program cost management to include customer and stakeholder management when necessary.

UNIQUE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regular, reliable attendance on-site is an essential function of the job.
• Must be able to access all leased and owned property and go aboard ships.
• Must qualify for a Rapid Gate badge.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects or controls, and to talk and hear. Must have good eye/hand coordination.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• Pay Range: $ 30.77 - $40.39 per hour
• The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity. At NASSCO Bremerton we anticipate making salary offers between the minimum and midpoint of salary range. Offers will be based on experience, abilities, and knowledge similar to the NASSCO Job being applied for NASSCO employees performing similar work.

As a NASSCO team member, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Additionally, NASSCO employees earn paid vacation from date of hire, accrued at 2.31 hours for every week worked, seven paid holidays, and one personal day per year. Team members participating in a 401(k) retirement plan will receive a 6% match on a 6% enrollment election. Additionally, we offer tuition and training reimbursement(s).

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity 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, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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General Dynamics NASSCO designs and builds auxiliary and support ships for the U.S. Navy, as well as oil tankers and dry cargo carriers for commercial markets. The company also provides repair services that assists with the overall readiness of the U.S. Navy.