Project Financial Control Analyst

Overview

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities.

By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.

Kentro is hiring for a Project Financial Control Analyst to support the Finance Team. As a Project Financial Control Analyst, you’ll support the financial health and success of government contracting projects by helping monitor budgets, forecasts, funding, costs, and profitability. Working closely with Finance, Project Management, Contracts, and Accounting teams, you’ll prepare financial reports, support customer billing and deliverables, track subcontractor expenses, and help identify potential funding or cost concerns. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical professional who enjoys working with financial data, collaborating across teams, and ensuring accurate financial reporting and project performance.

Location: Remote - This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours.

Compensation Range: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,000–$95,000 annually and reflects Kentro’s good-faith expectations at the time of posting. Final compensation is determined based on the role’s requirements, relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, work location, applicable security clearance requirements, market conditions, internal equity, and contract requirements.

This Job Description reflects the primary duties of the role; however, it is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Team members may be asked to take on additional responsibilities in alignment with customer expectations, business needs, and Kentro’s culture of collaboration and adaptability. 

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining project and business unit-level financial forecasts, including revenue, cost, and margin information, under the direction of the Senior Project Financial Control Analyst and Finance Manager.
• Support project financial planning and budgeting activities by collecting financial information and assisting with timely updates and submissions.
• Prepare and organize billing support documentation, including travel receipts, expense information, and other supporting documentation required for customer invoicing.
• Assist with timecard reviews and adjustments, including identifying incorrect or missing charge codes and coordinating corrections with employees and project management.
• Prepare routine financial reports, spreadsheets, and dashboards for review by the Senior Project Financial Control Analyst and Finance Manager.
• Assist with preparation of required customer deliverable reporting.
• Assist with monitoring cost, profitability, and schedule variances and identifying items requiring additional review or follow-up.
• Assist with identifying and tracking program opportunities, risks, funding requirements, and other financial items.
• Assist with reviewing funding requirements for purchase requisitions on direct contracts and escalate questions or discrepancies to the appropriate Finance or Project Controls team member.
• Track subcontractor costs, funding, invoices, material receipts, and open commitments and assist with maintaining accurate subcontractor financial records.
• Assist with project set-up and maintenance of contracts in the accounting system (Unanet ERP), including charge code authorizations, subcontractor account setup and other project-related financial data.
• Assist with project funding and funds runout analysis, monitoring remaining contract funding against actual and projected expenditures and escalating potential funding concerns.
• Prepare reports of travel expense estimates in accordance with the FAR and Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) for invoicing pre-approval to government clients.
• Interact with Contracts, Pricing, Accounting, Project Managers, and Finance leadership to obtain information, resolve routine project financial issues, and support project financial activities.
• Maintain accurate project financial records, trackers, and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and applicable contract requirements.
• Perform other administrative and financial analysis activities as assigned in support of the Senior Project Financial Control Analyst and Finance Manager.

Qualifications

• Education: BS degree in finance, business, or a related field 
• Experience: 2 or more years of experience managing program/project financials on federal contracts
• Technical Skills: Strong Excel skills

 Preferred Qualifications:  

• Managing financials for T&M, FFP, and cost-plus engagements
• Experience with contracts that have multiple CLINs and revenue types
• Organized, detail-oriented, motivated, and able to multitask and take direction in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Independent problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Clearance Requirement:

• US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card)
• Willing and able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance or higher

Benefits

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more.  We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply

To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue “Apply” button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position.  If you need alternative application methods, please email [email protected] and request assistance.  

Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email [email protected].  

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