Program AnalystThe Program Analyst provides critical financial and program management analysis support for large-scale Civil Works inland navigation mega projects within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Pittsburgh District. This role directly supports Government Project Managers by analyzing project financial performance, managing funding execution, and delivering data-driven insights that inform strategic decision-making.The Program Analyst plays a central role in ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget by monitoring financial activity, preparing reports, and coordinating with stakeholders across multiple functional areas.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Analysis & Execution SupportAnalyze project financial data to assess execution performance and funding utilizationMonitor labor and contract expenditures to ensure alignment with planned budgetsEvaluate financial trends and provide recommendations on funding adjustmentsSupport development and maintenance of financial tracking tools and reportsBudget & Funding ManagementCreate, update, and manage Purchase Requests and Commitments (PR&Cs) within financial systemsTrack and reconcile project obligations, expenditures, and available fundingAssist in managing Unliquidated Obligations (ULOs), including analysis and resolution actionsCoordinate with stakeholders to ensure funding accuracy and proper allocationReporting & Data AnalysisGenerate recurring financial and performance reports using systems such as: Corps of Engineers Financial Management System (CEFMS)Engineering Data Warehouse (EDW)Develop and maintain: Budget vs.
Actual reportsS-Curve execution reportsMonthly financial reporting packagesEnsure all reporting is accurate, timely, and aligned with USACE standardsProject Performance MonitoringTrack project performance metrics and identify risks or variancesProvide analytical insights to support decision-making by Project ManagersSupport development of projections and forecasting models for future funding needsParticipate in project meetings and provide updates on financial statusSystems & Data ManagementUtilize and maintain data across multiple government systems and databasesValidate data accuracy across reporting tools and reconcile discrepanciesSupport updates to financial systems and ensure proper coding and data integrityStakeholder CoordinationCollaborate with Project Managers, Resource Management teams, and other stakeholdersSupport communication of financial data and recommendations to leadershipProvide input for briefings, reports, and decision-making materialsProcess Improvement & ComplianceIdentify opportunities to improve financial tracking, reporting, and workflowsEnsure compliance with USACE financial policies, procedures, and regulationsMaintain audit-ready documentation and support internal/external reviewsRequirementsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related fieldMinimum 3+ years of experience in Program analysis, Budget/financial analysis, Project management support in a government or similar environmentDemonstrated experience with Financial analysis and reporting, Data interpretation and trend analysisRequired SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis toolsAbility to work with large datasets and multiple systemsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment