Hybrid Project Assistant for Federal Programs

Eastern Research Group, Inc.; Indian Head (MD); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Educational benefits

FSAs

401k plan

Profit sharing

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eastern Research Group, Inc. (ERG) is seeking a Project Assistant to collaborate with program managers, technical staff, and government clients in a hybrid role at our Indian Head, Maryland office.

The position emphasizes effective communication, organization, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment. The role involves tracking invoices, maintaining reports and dashboards, preparing weekly financials and monthly invoices, and ensuring policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (college transcripts required for applicants with less than 4 years of experience)
• 0 to 10 years of experience
• Strong organizational and planning skills, excellent communications skills (both written and verbal), meticulous attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to learn new software and technical skills
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel and data management concepts
• Experience with MS Power Platforms a plus
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
• Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement/contract needs and requirements
• Monitor and track invoices to ensure accuracy and timely payment
• Maintain reports and dashboards
• Prepare weekly financial reports and monthly invoices
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Maintain organized contract files and tracking spreadsheets
• Develop and maintain project planning tools, including action item tracking spreadsheets, project calendars, and flow charts
• Support data entry tasks

Job description

Eastern Research Group, Inc. (ERG) is seeking a Project Assistant to collaborate with program managers, technical staff, and government clients in a hybrid role at our Indian Head, Maryland office.

The position emphasizes effective communication, organization, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment. The role involves tracking invoices, maintaining reports and dashboards, preparing weekly financials and monthly invoices, and ensuring policy compliance.