Junior Pricing Analyst

Invictus International Consulting, LLC.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus International Consulting, LLC. is seeking a Junior Pricing Analyst in Alexandria, VA to support cost/price proposals and pricing analyses for government contracts.

You will build pricing models in Excel, coordinate with subcontractors, and assist in BOEs with capture teams and program leads. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of pricing-related experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with FAR/DFARS and government contract types.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree.
• 1–2 years entry-level pricing/cost analysis/finance/proposal support experience acceptable.
• Proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, financial modeling).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and government contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF, IDIQ).
• Experience with GovCon pricing tools (Deltek Costpoint, Unanet or similar).

Responsibilities

• Support development of cost/price proposals for RFPs, RFQs, and task orders.
• Build and maintain pricing models and cost volumes in Excel.
• Assist in Basis of Estimates (BOEs) with capture and program leads.
• Ensure pricing complies with FAR/DFARS and contract types.
• Coordinate with subcontractors for pricing and quotes.
• Prepare cost/price narratives, exhibits, and supporting docs.
• Assist with rate development and wage determination research.
• Maintain audit-ready pricing files per policy and government rules.
• Support internal pricing reviews and gate reviews with materials.

Skills

Pricing

Cost analysis

Finance

Proposal support

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Unanet

Job description

Title: Junior Pricing Analyst

Location: Alexandria, VA

US Citizenship: Required

Security Clearance: None

Responsibilities:

• Support the development of cost/price proposals in response to Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quote (RFQs), and Task Order solicitations
• Build and maintain pricing models and cost volumes using Excel-based tools, incorporating labor rates, indirect rates (overhead, fringe, G&A), materials, ODCs, subcontractor costs, and profit/fee
• Assist in developing Basis of Estimates (BOEs) in coordination with capture managers, program managers, and technical leads
• Ensure pricing proposals comply with FAR, DFARS, agency-specific supplements, and applicable contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF, IDIQ, etc.)
• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to collect, validate, and incorporate subcontractor pricing and quotes
• Support preparation of cost/price volume narratives, pricing assumptions, exhibits, and supporting documentation
• Assist with rate development, escalation calculations, and wage determination research (e.g., Service Contract Act) as needed
• Maintain organized, audit-ready pricing files and documentation in accordance with company policy and government requirements
• Support internal pricing reviews, gate reviews, and pink/red team reviews by preparing pricing materials and responding to reviewer comments
• Collaborate with contracts, finance, and business development teams throughout the proposal lifecycle
• Assist with post-award pricing support, including contract modifications, option exercises, and rate updates

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or related field; 4 year's of equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of degree
• Entry level (1-2 years) experience in pricing, cost analysis, finance, or proposal support; internship or academic project experience in a related field is acceptable
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills
• Ability to work under tight proposal deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and government contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF, IDIQ)
• Exposure to GovCon pricing tools (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, or similar ERP/pricing systems)
• Coursework or exposure to government contract pricing, cost accounting standards (CAS), or federal acquisition processes
• Experience supporting proposal development in a professional services, IT, or defense contracting environment
• S. Citizenship required; must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required by a specific contract

Equal Opportunity/Veteran/Disabled

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