What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Control Data Analyst/Power BI Specialist position at Kratos Defense and Careers?
Kratos is seeking a dynamic Program Control Data Analyst/Power BI Specialist to join our team. This role combines expertise in program planning, financial control, variance analysis, and data analytics to support complex government contracts. The ideal candidate will be adept in Federal procurement and program types (e.g., CPAF, CPFF, FFP, T&M, IDIQs) and possess skills in Power BI for developing insightful dashboards and reports. Additionally, expertise in SQL servers, PowerApps, SharePoint, and AI for creating and maintaining workflows is highly desired.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Control and Financial Planning:
- Interface with program managers, finance, accounting, contracts, subcontracts, and procurement teams to address operational issues effectively.
- Prepare financial deliverables and internal/external reports, including Annual Operating Plans (AOP), monthly forecasts, and Estimates-At-Complete (EACs).
- Develop and manage program budgets (spend plans) and analyze funding profiles and financial variances.
- Conduct cost, schedule, and contract performance variance analysis.
- Review, track, and approve customer invoices and backup documentation.
- Support Request for Proposals (RFPs), prepare pricing models, and perform cost analysis.
- Manage subcontractor costs, accruals, purchase requisitions, travel expenses, and invoice approvals.
Power BI Reporting, Data Analysis, and Workflow Automation:
- Collaborate across departments to gather, model, and analyze data.
- Develop, design, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports for actionable insights.
- Optimize data models to ensure efficient data retrieval and analysis.
- Document methodologies, processes, and findings comprehensively for future reference.
- Ensure data accuracy, consistency, security, and governance across reports and dashboards.
- Integrate Power BI with data sources, including databases, cloud services, and APIs.
- Utilize SQL servers and other methods for efficient data retrieval and management.
- Develop and maintain workflows using PowerApps, SharePoint, and AI tools.
- Ensure the sustainability and efficiency of automated workflows.
Experience and Skills:
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in Federal government contracting.
- Expertise in program control, finance, cost estimating, and financial analysis.
- Proficiency in variance analysis, financial metrics, and program life cycle management.
- Strong knowledge of Power BI and data visualization best practices.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience working with SQL servers and other data retrieval tools.
- Experience with PowerApps, SharePoint, and AI for workflow creation and maintenance.
- US Citizenship is required.
Desired Skills:
- Familiarity with Costpoint and Cognos reporting tools.
- Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Experience documenting technical specifications and communicating findings to diverse audiences.
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Job Benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
- Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Holidays
- Education Reimbursement
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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