DOD Cost Analyst (ACEIT)

CACI International Inc.; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Budget and Cost Analyst, where your expertise in cost analysis and project management will be pivotal in supporting Army projects. This role offers the chance to work with Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT) and engage in life cycle cost analysis, financial planning, and cost policy application. You'll collaborate with diverse teams to provide critical insights and analyses that drive budget development and contract negotiations. With a strong emphasis on integrity and trust, this innovative firm values your contributions and supports your career growth in a dynamic environment focused on national safety and mission success.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Robust learning resources

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in cost analysis and project management.
• Active Secret Security Clearance required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Program Office Estimates using ACEIT software.
• Provide budget analyses and contractor proposal price analysis.

Skills

Cost Analysis

Project Management

Budget Processes

ACEIT Software

Life Cycle Cost Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or Mathematics

Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or Mathematics

Tools

Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT)

Job description

DOD Cost Analyst (ACEIT)

Job Category: Finance and Accounting

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity:

CACI seeks a Budget and Cost Analyst with Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT) software expertise to support an Army Project Manager (PM) at Ft Belvoir, VA. The Cost Analyst will have experience within the Department of Defense and provide technical leadership in the areas of cost analysis and project management support, to include life cycle cost analysis, program financial planning, cost estimate model development, and cost policy application. Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Program Office Estimates (POEs) using Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT) software.
• Provide budget exhibits and planning documents, program & schedule breakdown structures, budget requirement analyses, and earned value guidance to program/Product Directors and integrated product teams.
• Provide price analysis of contractor proposal submissions, including review of submitted hours, direct labor rates, overhead rates, other direct costs, and general review of the contractor's Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to aid in contract negotiations.
• Prepare Program Office Estimates (POE), Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCE), Cost Analysis Requirements Description (CARD), Independent Cost Estimates (ICE), Component Cost Analysis (CCA), Business Case Analysis (BCA), and Affordability Analysis and Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA).
• Coordinate with multiple teams (Business Management Office, technical representatives, and stakeholders on funding actions, contract actions, acquisition requirement packages, and overall acquisition plans).
• Provide quick turn what-if analyses based on varying fielding rates by utilizing the POE to assist G8 with budget development.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or Mathematics
• 5-10 years of experience
• Proficient in ACEIT
• Experience with the budget processes (e.g., budget cycles, terminology, fiscal law)
• Prior experience estimating costs for Army or DoD programs

Desired:

• Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or Mathematics
• 10+ years of experience
• Prior experience estimating costs for Army or DoD programs ACAT III and above

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Pay Range: The proposed salary range for this position is: $85,800 - $180,200. There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Learn more here.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.