Project Control Analyst - Hybrid

Westat, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Holiday Leave

Professional Development

Health Insurance

Job summary

Westat, Inc. seeks a Project Control Analyst to support financial planning, analysis, and reporting within our Financial Planning and Analysis team in Bethesda, Maryland, on a hybrid schedule 2–3 days per week.

The role requires deep knowledge of government contracting finance, experience with Deltek Costpoint or TM1, and strong Excel capabilities to develop EACs, forecasts, and monthly reporting while guiding budgeting processes and financial literacy across the organization.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in Government Contracting Finance or equivalent.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint and/or TM1 or similar forecasting tools.
• Familiarity with US government regulations concerning cost accounting standards.
• Proven use of Excel for data manipulation and analysis (pivot tables, lookup functions).
• Familiarity with different Indirect Rate applications.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning, reporting, and analysis across departments.
• Develop Estimates at Completion (EACs) and project forecasts; review monthly revenue.
• Coordinate budgeting and forecasting processes (monthly, quarterly, annual).
• Provide financial analysis for decision making and performance monitoring.
• Communicate insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

TM1

Job description

Job Description

Westat is a leader in research, data collection and analysis, technical assistance, evaluation, and communications. Our evidence-based findings help clients in government and the private sector accelerate advancements in health, education, transportation, and social and economic policy. Our dedication to improving lives through research and our approach to projects grounded in investigative curiosity, statistical and data rigor, adaptive methods, and advanced technology are why clients find exceptional value in our work.

Westat is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Control Analyst to support financial planning, analysis, and reporting as part of our Financial Planning and Analysis team. Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager of Reporting and Indirect, the ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of financial management principles, government regulations, and a proven track record of supporting financial oversight within the context of government contracts.

This position has a hybrid work schedule, joining our team in Bethesda, Maryland 2-3 days per week.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to multiple departments’ planning, reporting, and analysis functions.
• Develop Estimates at Completion (EACs) and project forecasts, review project monthly revenue, monitor at-risk authorizations, and support monthly project financial reporting.
• Strategic and long-range planning for divisions and corporate requirements.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting on controllable metrics and measurements for divisional roll-ups.
• Coordinate, validate, and consolidate information for monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual budgeting and forecasting.
• Collaborate with team and department leads to develop annual budgets aligned with organizational goals.
• Conduct financial forecasting to anticipate and address potential challenges related to indirect costs. Analyze trends, assess potential risks, and identify opportunities for financial improvement.
• Provide insightful financial analysis to support decision-making processes.
• Use models to simulate different financial scenarios and assess their impact on the organization’s financial health.
• Communicate financial insights and trends to non-financial stakeholders in a clear and understandable manner.
• Drive companywide financial literacy initiative.
• Improve and standardize budget and reporting processes and document procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by Financial Planning and Analysis leadership or the CFO.

Basic Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in Government Contracting Finance; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint and/or TM1 or similar forecasting tools.
• Familiarity with US government regulations concerning cost accounting standards.
• Demonstrated experience with Excel for data manipulation and analysis such as pivot tables, lookups, etc.
• Familiarity with different Indirect Rate applications.

Requirements

Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation Leave (15 days per year)
• Sick Leave (9 days per year)
• Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• Professional Development
• Health Advocate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account

Any offer of employment may be contingent upon receipt of acceptable results from a post-offer background screening, if required for the specific position, which may include, for example, identity verification, employment history, motor vehicle driving record history, and criminal or sexual offender records history. Any background screening results will be evaluated through an individualized assessment based on the individual’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the position.

This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Employment Eligibility: This is a U.S.-based position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Westat does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) for this role. Depending on project requirements, some positions may require employees to meet specific residency criteria.

Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Hybrid

Pay Range

The anticipated salary range will be $82k-$102k and will be commensurate with experience.