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Project Setup & Controls Analyst

Chantilly, USAOn-sitePosted 2 days ago

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Job type
Not listed
Work mode
On-site
Level
Not listed
Department
Finance and Accounting
Experience
2+ years experience
Posted
Oct 1, 2026

About the role

Copper River Shared Services is searching for a skilled Project Setup & Controls Analyst to join in support of our family of companies. In this role, you will oversee project set-up and the ongoing management of Deltek direct projects. This is a fantastic chance to become part of a dynamic and expanding team that collaborates across multiple departments and plays a key role in ensuring financial accuracy and oversight. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical abilities and organizational expertise.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

  • Collaborate with program managers and the contracts department to establish projects in Costpoint and implement modifications as necessary.
  • Oversee the internal approval workflow, ensuring the timely completion of project setup tickets.
  • Provide project support for various contract types, including Fixed Price (FP), Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Time & Materials (T&M), and Hybrid contracts.
  • Work closely with Project Control, Program Managers, Contracts, and the accounting team to ensure project setup configurations align with billing, revenue recognition, and reporting requirements, as well as company policies.
  • Analyze and interpret contractual requirements to ensure accurate Costpoint setup.
  • Participate in project kick-off meetings for new awards, option years, and other significant changes as required.
  • Maintain up-to-date contract setup and modification documentation, ensuring it is properly stored in Costpoint.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or related field

Experience:

  • 2-3 years practical experience with Deltek Costpoint including project setup

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Proven ability to excel in fast paced, customer-focused, and collaborative team environment
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a clear, friendly, professional, and proactive style.
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and formula creation