Project Controller IV

Job ID: req4732

Employee Type: exempt full-time

Division: Financial Operations

Facility: Telework: US

Location: USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc.'s Financial Operations Directorate oversees all financial planning and management activities for the Frederick National Lab for Cancer Research (FNLCR), sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). We are currently seeking Project Controller IV to join the Financial Planning and Analysis team.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project Controller IV provides financial planning, analysis, pricing, and decision support throughout the life cycle of large, multi-year research and development projects. As a senior financial expert, this role turns project and portfolio data into actionable insights, helping key stakeholders understand performance, anticipate risks, evaluate alternatives, and make informed financial decisions. The position also supports budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, enterprise pricing, and special projects.

• Develop pricing and financial models for new task orders and changes to existing projects, analyzing cost assumptions, staffing plans, and potential financial outcomes. Lead proposal pricing analyses, including labor and material estimates, competitive pricing, and revenue and profit impacts.

• Monitor the financial health of assigned projects and the broader portfolio. Analyze actual results against budgets and forecasts, identify trends and variances, and recommend corrective actions.

• Analyze estimates to completion (ETCs) and estimates at completion (EACs), using current performance, resource plans, and changing project assumptions to improve forecast accuracy.

• Prepare monthly, specialized, and ad hoc reports that clearly explain financial results, key drivers, risks, and opportunities to project and operational leadership.

• Build and refine analytical models, metrics, and reporting tools to improve visibility into portfolio performance and support scenario planning. Contribute to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards.

• Partner with project managers and other stakeholders to translate financial analysis into practical recommendations for planning and execution. Collaborate with key stakeholders to align pricing strategies with organizational objectives and coordinate implementation.

• Perform ad hoc analysis to evaluate emerging issues, answer leadership questions, and inform strategic and operational decisions.

• Serve as an organizational subject matter expert, applying independent judgment, ingenuity, and innovation to solve complex financial problems consistent with organizational objectives.

• Lead and support special projects and process improvements as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Possession of Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in business/accounting or related field or four (4) years relevant experience in lieu of degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.

• In addition to the education requirement, a minimum of eight (8) years of related experience is required.

• Must possess intermediate to advanced level of experience in use of spreadsheets, databases, and financial planning tools.

• Experience supporting multiple programs and process multiple tasks with a proven ability to collect and analyze information in a complex and dynamic operating environment.

• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and communicate actionable insights.

• Working knowledge of accounting, financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.

• Advanced Excel and database skills for financial analysis and reporting.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to explain financial findings to varied audiences.

• Familiarity with government contracting.

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a complex, changing environment.

• Strong customer service and collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to travel if needed for business purposes.

• Must reside in the Eastern Time Zone.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Knowledge of appropriate government contracting regulations and various contract types, contract pricing, indirect cost pools, and forward pricing.

• Knowledge or experience using Deltek financial software; Cognos; and IBM Planning Analytics/FocusPoint/TM1.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, color, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here

89,300.00 - 156,300 USD

The posted pay range for this job is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data.

The salary range posted is a full-time equivalent salary and will vary depending on scheduled hours for part time positions