Program Control Analyst

About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at www.cfd-research.com

CFD Research is looking to hire a Program Control Analyst at our Huntsville, Alabama headquarters. Position description: 

• Provide proactive financial insights and control requirements, particularly regarding contract documents and modifications
• Accurately set up new projects in the Unanet GovCon ERP system, ensuring alignment with the contract regarding budget, contract type, and invoicing requirements.
• Monitor program costs, budgets, and support forecasting and project planning
• Analyze project financial performance and variances
• Routinely consult with Project Managers on analyze project financial performance and variances.
• Manage the full billing cycle, including preparing and submitting accurate final invoices to clients according to varied contract terms
• Maintain project setup, budgets, and billing modifications in Unanet
• Ensure compliance with government contract requirements (FAR, CAS, and related regulations) 
• Support audits (DCAA, DCMA, and internal audits)
• Assist with IR&D tracking and reporting, as needed
• Proactively monitor A/R aging and assist in collection efforts. 
• Coach and mentor other team members on project accounting procedures and best 

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business
• 3 years minimum of Program Control Analyst experience is required
• Advanced knowledge of Excel along with good working knowledge of all other Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Power BI, etc.)
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
• Good knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information to diverse teams
• Ability to function well in a team-oriented environment 

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with Unanet and the ability to learn accounting software programs
• Experience working in a DCAA-compliant environment
• Experience working in a DCAA-compliant environment

Benefits: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.

CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories