Job Title: Cost AnalystJob Description We are seeking a skilled Cost Analyst to collaborate with program management in the development and execution of financial processes. The ideal candidate will facilitate, monitor, and forecast program financial metrics, ensuring alignment with agreed budgets and milestones. This role requires an analytical mind with a strong grasp of cost analysis and financial reporting. Responsibilities + Collaborate with program management in the EAC development process, ensuring performance aligns with agreed budgets and milestones. + Facilitate, monitor, and forecast program financial metrics to support month-end close and financial planning activities. + Review financial and internal controls to ensure they meet management objectives. + Develop and project variances, trends, and expenditure analyses; create financial charts for program management and reviews. + Assist program management by reviewing management practices and policies, recommending changes to enhance operational efficiency. + Compile and analyze data on cost-influencing factors such as materials, labor, location, and special equipment requirements. + Prepare comprehensive cost summaries for projects, including labor, equipment, materials, subcontracts, overhead, taxes, insurance, markup, and other relevant costs. + Estimate costs or track actual costs relative to bid specifications as projects progress. + Support cost estimating or proposal activities as needed. + Lead the preparation and submission of monthly IPMR CDRLs (Formats 1-7) if required by the contract. + Requires some limited travel. Essential Skills + 5+ years of experience in cost control/program cost analyst roles (8+ years preferred). + Proficiency in cost analysis, financial reporting, and earned value management (EVM). + Experience with internal controls, systems, and procedures. + Strong Excel skills, including pivots and VLOOKUPs. + Experience with Deltek and Costpoint ERP systems. + Experience in SOX and auditing. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience supporting programs, ideally in government. + Background in aerospace and defense is highly preferred. + Experience summarizing, packaging, and presenting findings. + Experience with budget/cost variance analysis. Work Environment This is a hybrid role, with a requirement to be mostly in-office during the training period. Post-training, the role will transition to 2-3 days in-office per week. The position involves reporting to a supervisor at the main site, with potential expansion to other national sites. The role requires limited travel. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $150000.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Santa Barbara,CA. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 14, 2024. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.