Lead Program Control Analyst

Job Description Job Summary

BAE Systems is searching for a Program Control Analyst to join our dynamic Finance team in Jacksonville. The BAE Systems’ Finance organization is a trusted business partner managing program execution and financial health, creating innovative solutions, and providing value-added insight to our internal and external customers. We are committed to employee growth and development and encourage employees to build growth-oriented careers within the organization.

The Program Control Analyst will provide financial oversight of programs and serve as a primary business partner to the Program Manager. This position is responsible for implementing Earned Value Management (EVM) controls and conducting performance analysis to drive execution, manage risks and opportunities, and facilitate effective business decisions. The successful candidate will ensure that all Estimate-At-Complete (EAC) forecasts, program baseline planning, and internal/external financial reporting are completed accurately and according to schedule. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional partners to ensure successful program integration and the continuous improvement of financial processes.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Strategic Partnership: Collaborate closely with Program Managers and cross-functional stakeholders to align financial goals with operational execution.
- Financial Reporting: Manage and execute program month-end financial reporting activities.
- Forecasting & Planning: Develop and implement program baselines and spearhead monthly Estimate-At-Complete (EAC) reviews.
- EVM Implementation: Implement and maintain Earned Value Management (EVM) protocols on active contracts.
- Performance Analysis: Interpret financial and Earned Value metrics; lead Variance Analysis reviews to identify trends and corrective actions.
- Stakeholder Communication: Manage and present weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial data to internal leadership and stakeholders.
- Revenue Management: Lead program invoicing and customer cash collection processes.
- Process Improvement: Perform miscellaneous financial analysis and proactively assess and improve program control processes
This position will be working a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 6 years of professional experience (or equivalent work experience).
- Industry Expertise: Proven experience in program finance or related functional disciplines, specifically managing large government acquisition contracts.
- Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and their practical application.
- Analytical Skills: Demonstrated aptitude in project forecasting and analysis within the US Defense/Aerospace industry.
- Communication: Ability to present complex financial data to non-financial functions in an accurate, concise, and understandable manner.
- Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence diverse work teams and manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment.
- Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Judgment: Ability to make sound decisions while strictly complying with corporate policies and government procedures.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Software: Experience with Costpoint, SAP, or equivalent enterprise accounting software.
- Specialized Tools: Experience with Cobra, MPM, Open Plan, or equivalent EVM software.
- Advanced Degree: A graduate business degree (MBA) is a plus.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $92180 - $156707

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.