Project Control Analyst at Akima, LLC in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Job Description:

 

Akima Logistics Services (ALS) provides the full spectrum of logistics services, ranging from performance-based and integrated logistics services (PBL & ILS), sustainment planning, material management, warehousing, and distribution to vehicle and equipment maintenance including legacy aircraft maintenance, sustainment, and transition support. ALS is also a major provider of role-player and foreign language speaking training support at U.S. Army installations across the nation. Our personnel enjoy competitive benefits packages and challenging roles in work environments committed to safety, diversity and opportunity for career growth. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), 100% of our company’s profits go back to our more than 14,000 Iñupiat shareholders that have resided near and above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. Our business helps support their way of life and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived in a challenging environment.

Come be a part of a top notch team, apply today!! 

 

Job Summary:

Akima LLC’s operating companies deliver mission essential services, products and solutions to DoD, Federal/Civilian and commercial customers worldwide. We produce exceptional results for our customers in six core areas: IT Solutions and Products; Engineering and Technical Services; Base Operations; Operations, Maintenance and Logistics; Protective Services and Detention Management; and Construction Services.  

Every day, professionals throughout the Akima family of companies generate responsive, cost-effective solutions to our customers’ toughest challenges. And, since we’re an Alaska Native Corporation, we come to work knowing our actions support a proud heritage and a bright future. Join us, and build a career with impact. 

To learn more about Akima, LLC and opportunities across our family of companies, visit www.akima.com.

 

Primary Function:

Provide project controls support for selected projects within the Akima, LLC Organization. 

 

Responsibilities: 

• Assist Project Managers in all duties related to financial and performance; planning, tracking, and reporting.


• Initiate, monitor and maintain proper project setup in Deltek Costpoint via completion and submission of a project setup form.
  
  
  
  • Form includes: project number structure, funding setup, revenue and billing formula setup, project ceilings, labor categories, billing rates, rate sequence, project workforce, etc.
  
  
  
  


• Budgeting and financial analysis:
  
  
  
  • Develops project cost/schedule baselines and budgets.
  
  
  • Monitors project actuals and resolves issues.
  
  
  • Monitors outstanding project commitments.
  
  
  • Develops monthly project financial forecasts/EACs and conducts variance analysis.
  
  
  • Monitors the project’s burn rate against funding remaining.
  
  
  • Analyze project reports to identify and resolve issues.
  
  
  • Communicates project status and findings to Project Management staff biweekly and Supervisor and Finance staff monthly.
  
  
  • Documents project status for month-end close reviews.
  
  
  
  


• Proactively monitor project time cards, ensure timecard errors are identified and corrections are processed in timely manner.


• Ensure accuracy of project-related expense reports and ensure timely processing.


• Project A/R and A/P:
  
  
  
  • Ensure subcontract/vendor payments are processed correctly and in timely fashion.
  
  
  • Provide customer specific invoice backup.
  
  
  • Monitor billing and payment status of customer invoices.
  
  
  • Perform unbilled analysis and monthly accrual calculations.
  
  
  • Assists PM with invoice collection.
  
  
  
  


• Track contractual obligations and deliverables.


• Assist project team with:
  
  
  
  • Work authorizations.
  
  
  • Identifying and analyzing project risk.
  
  
  • Development and execution of internal and external project reviews.
  
  
  • Initiating Purchase Requisitions and goods receipts in Deltek Costpoint’s Procurement module.
  
  
  • Generation and analysis of financial reports.
  
  
  • Communicating timecard and expense practices for the project.
  
  
  • Customer invoice review and approval prior to submission.
  
  
  • Funding notifications to the customer (i.e. 75% letters).
  
  
  • Contract Closeouts.
  
  
  
  


• Contracts / Pricing:
  
  
  
  • Review and analyze contract, subcontracts, and agreements to ensure project meets financial and reporting requirements.
  
  
  • Assistance with pricing and historical data collection.
  
  
  
  


• Responsible for the development and submission of quarterly unbilled analysis packages.


• Oversee / assist with project closeout activities.


• Maintain project files on SharePoint including:  contracts & contact modifications, subcontracts, proposals, budgets & plans, schedules, project review materials, reports, deliverables, invoices, leases and agreements.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business related field preferred.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience providing project accounting support for services contracts in a government contracting organization.

• Ability to work independently, self-motivated, proactive.

• Track record of delivering well-organized and accurate work.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proven ability to work well with accounting, contracts, and project personnel to accomplish tasks.

Equipment and Applications Requirements:

• CostPoint Project Module Proficiency - Required.

• Cognos – Preferred.

• Deltek Time and Expense - Preferred.

• MS Excel Proficiency required.

• Strong skills in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.

• Experience using MS SharePoint a plus.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

May require travel to client sites.

 

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description generally cover the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Subject to the terms of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the company management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary.  We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

 

Salary Range:  $70,000 – $80,000 – The salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, work experience, and their ability to meet the known requirements of the position as determined at the time of hire. Job location will also be a factor in determining the salary offered.  

 

Benefits:  The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.

Paid Leave:  Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

 

EEO Statement:  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender-identity or gender expression, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other legally protected status.

 

You must be able to meet all health requirements, including but not limited to, current and future vaccination requirements for infectious diseases such as COVID-19.

We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.  If you have a physical and/or mental disability and are interested in applying for employment and need special accommodations to use our website to apply for a position please contact, Recruiting Services at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053.  The dedicated email and telephonic options above are reserved only for individuals with disabilities needing accessibility assistance.  Please do not use the dedicated phone number above to call on the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation.  Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

The dedicated email and telephonic options above are reserved only for individuals with disabilities needing accessibility assistance to apply to an open position using our website. 

Please do not use the dedicated email or phone number above to inquire on the status of your job application.

In order for our company to stay compliant with government regulations, please apply on line. Please DO NOT email resumes or call in lieu of applying online unless you have a physical and/or mental disability and need assistance with the online application.

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