Project Controls/Financial Analyst

Advantage Technical; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 69,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

EAP

Commuter/ Parking

HSA

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical is seeking a Project Controls / Financial Analyst for a 12-month contract in Laurel, MD. You will support financial management activities, program reporting, cost analysis, and forecasting, turning data into actionable insights to guide decisions.

The role requires a detail-oriented finance professional with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with Oracle Financials are preferred, with a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in financial analysis, project controls, budgeting, forecasting, or financial reporting.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel including formulas, lookups, pivot tables, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze program financial performance, budgets, forecasts, and actual costs.
• Partner with Program Managers to review financial status and support business decisions.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, presentations, and ad hoc reports.
• Use financial systems and Microsoft Excel to analyze costs, trends, and projections.
• Support proposal development, cost estimating, and resource planning activities.
• Review project expenses, task plans, and resource requirements to support accurate forecasting.
• Assist with contract administration, funding questions, and internal/external program reviews.
• Maintain clear financial documentation and reporting processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Project controls

Budgeting

Forecasting

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field

Tools

Oracle Financial Systems

Job description

Project Controls / Financial Analyst - Temporary Contract

Pay Rate: $33-$48/hour
Location: Laurel, MD
Schedule: Monday-Friday | Flexible Start Times (6:30 AM-3:00 PM or 10:00 AM-6:00 PM)
Contract Length: 12 Months

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with experience in project controls, financial analysis, and forecasting? Join a dynamic team supporting complex programs where your expertise in budgeting, reporting, and cost analysis will directly contribute to successful project outcomes.

We are seeking a Project Controls / Financial Analyst to support financial management activities, program reporting, cost analysis, and business operations for a large-scale organization. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys analyzing data, collaborating with project teams, and turning financial information into actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze program financial performance, budgets, forecasts, and actual costs.
• Partner with Program Managers to review financial status and support business decisions.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, presentations, and ad hoc reports.
• Use financial systems and Microsoft Excel to analyze costs, trends, and projections.
• Support proposal development, cost estimating, and resource planning activities.
• Review project expenses, task plans, and resource requirements to support accurate forecasting.
• Assist with contract administration, funding questions, and internal/external program reviews.
• Maintain clear financial documentation and reporting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field required.
• 2+ years of experience in financial analysis, project controls, budgeting, forecasting, or financial reporting.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with Oracle Financial Systems or similar financial platforms preferred.
• Government contracting, project controls, or resource analyst experience preferred.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• AD&D Insurance

Bring your financial expertise to a role where your analysis helps drive successful programs and informed business decisions. Apply now to be considered for this exciting contract opportunity!

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.

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