The Program Analyst will support budget tracking and data management for ERG's federal contracts, ensuring financial accuracy and operational excellence.
ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
ERG is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Program Analyst to support budget tracking, data management, and operational coordination to support ERG’s federal government contracts. This position is essential in ensuring the accuracy of project financials, maintaining internal systems, and supporting teams in achieving operational excellence.
This will be a full-time remote position without a set office location; however, candidates must be located or willing to relocate to the Washington, DC, metropolitan area to attend occasional on-site client and team meetings.
Job Description:
- Manage efforts to identify and balance program priorities, monitor staff workload and performance, delegate effectively, streamline processes, and strategize process improvements
- Generate, maintain, and update project expenditure databases, cost estimates, and financial projections
- Review and verify financial and project data for accuracy
- Conduct biweekly budget review meetings and prepare meeting documentation and reports
- Provide ERG clients with up-to-date budget information and ensure timely communication of emerging trends
- Perform monthly updates for contract year spend
- Track project charging, contract spend, subcontract budgets, and team performance metrics
- Support marketing, business development, and proposal efforts
- Support subcontract setup processes
- Participate in and support process improvement meetings and initiatives
- Manage project documentation, communication tools, and collaboration platforms (Teams, SharePoint, M365)
- Ensure accurate and timely updates to internal databases and communication tools
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Project Management, or a related field
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 (college transcripts required for applicants with less than 4 years of experience)
- 2-5 years of experience in project coordination, budget tracking, or a similar operations role
- Proficiency in SharePoint, Teams, and M365 tools
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and fundamental data management concepts
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
- Team-player with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and project needs
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience supporting federal government contracts or working in a technical/engineering organization is a plus
- Must currently hold or be able to obtain a DoD SECRET security clearance; Must be a U.S. citizen, as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations
ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.
ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.
If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [email protected] or call (781) 674-7293.
ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.
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