Program Analyst

Summary

Join ERG, a research and consulting firm, as a Program Analyst supporting federal government contracts. This full-time, remote position, based in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area, requires managing program priorities, monitoring staff performance, and streamlining processes. You will generate and maintain project expenditure databases, review financial data, conduct budget review meetings, and provide clients with budget information. The role also involves supporting marketing, business development, and proposal efforts, as well as managing project documentation and communication tools. This position demands strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and M365 tools. A bachelor's degree and 2-5 years of relevant experience are required.

Requirements

• 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
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting federal government contracts or working in a technical/engineering organization is a plus

Benefits

• 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)