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At LINK, we partner with engineers, futurists, and thought leaders to untangle complexity, discover opportunity, and communicate clearly with visual stories. \nLet us be your partners in change.\nAbout the Opportunity\nThe Senior Project Controller is responsible for the financial oversight, operational coordination, and compliance management of assigned government contracts and projects. This role partners closely with Program Managers, Contracts, Accounting, Billing, Procurement, and HR to ensure projects are financially sound, properly funded, compliant with contract requirements, and positioned for successful execution.\nThe Project Controller serves as a key financial and operational partner to Program Managers, providing analysis, forecasting, funding oversight, procurement coordination, and risk identification throughout the project lifecycle. The role requires a strong understanding of government contracting, financial management, project controls, and the unique requirements of government-funded programs.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Project Management, or a related field.\n7-10+ years of experience in project controls, project accounting, financial management, or a related role within the government contracting industry.\n5+ years of experience supporting program and/or project management in a government contracting environment.\nExperience working within a mid-sized government contractor environment ($50M+).\nDeep understanding of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and government contract requirements.\nExperience with government contract types, including Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) and Time-and-Materials (T&M).\nExperience with government procurement processes, subcontract management, and Other Direct Costs (ODCs).\nKnowledge of government contractor purchasing systems and compliance 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subcontractor compliance and government purchasing system requirements.\nExperience with project management and financial reporting software.\nExperience supporting contract proposals, pricing, and contract negotiations.\nResponsibilities\nFinancial Management & Project Controls\nOversee the financial performance of assigned government contracts and projects, including budgets, forecasts, expenditures, and variance analysis.\nPartner with Program Managers to establish project budgets, financial plans, and resource forecasts aligned with contract requirements and program objectives.\nPrepare and analyze Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimate to Complete (ETC) forecasts in partnership with Program Managers, Business Development and Accounting.\nMonitor contract funding, obligations, expenditures, burn rates, and remaining contract capacity.\nTrack project profitability and key financial performance indicators, identifying trends, variances, risks, and opportunities.\nMonitor program funding levels and work with Program Managers and Contracts to identify funding requirements and anticipated funding increments.\nEnsure appropriate notification and escalation occurs when contract funding approaches established thresholds or requires additional action.\nMonitor travel and other project expenses against approved budgets and ensure costs are appropriately allocated to contracts.\nIdentify procurement-related financial risks and escalate issues that may affect project cost, schedule, or performance.\nEnsure accurate cost allocation, accruals, and financial reporting for subcontractor, consultant, independent contractor, travel, and other direct costs.\nConduct financial analysis to support project decision-making, resource planning, and risk mitigation.\nIdentify and communicate financial risks, opportunities, and recommended actions to Program Managers and leadership.\nContract Compliance & Financial Reporting\nEnsure project financial activities comply with applicable government contract requirements, including FAR, DFARS, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and contract-specific terms and conditions.\nMonitor financial activity across applicable contract types, including Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) and Time-and-Materials (T&M) contracts.\nPrepare financial and project reports for internal leadership.\nSupport DCAA, DCMA, and other government or customer audits by providing accurate and timely financial documentation.\nMaintain appropriate project financial records, controls, and documentation to support contract compliance and audit readiness.\nProject Setup & Program Support\nSupport Program Managers with initial project setup, including establishment of budgets, funding structures, purchase orders, financial controls, and required project documentation.\nSupport project managers in monitoring project timelines, deliverables, resource allocation, and financial performance.\nProvide timely financial and operational analysis to enable informed program decisions.\nSubcontractor & Independent Contractor Administration\nMonitor subcontractor and consultant financial performance and identify potential cost, funding, or compliance issues.\nReview subcontractor and consultant invoices with Program Managers to confirm that funding is available and costs are consistent with purchase orders, contracts, and approved project requirements.Assist Accounting and Accounts Payable in verification of invoices prior to payment. \nEnsure proper cost allocation and accruals for subcontractor, consultant, and independent contractor expenses.\nPartner with Contracts and Accounting to maintain appropriate subcontractor and consultant records within applicable accounting and ERP systems.\n\nBilling & Revenue Support\nPartner with Program Managers and Billing to ensure project invoices are accurate, properly supported, and submitted to customers on time.\nReview project financial data and supporting documentation to identify billing discrepancies or issues before customer submission.\nCoordinate with Accounting, Billing, and Program Managers to resolve invoicing questions and discrepancies.\nMonitor contract funding and billing activity to support timely revenue recognition and collection.\nProcess Improvement & Internal Controls\nDevelop, implement, and maintain effective financial controls, processes, and reporting mechanisms for project and contract management.\nIdentify inefficiencies and opportunities to improve project financial management, procurement coordination, and reporting.\nContribute to the development and standardization of project control processes across the organization.\nMaintain and improve internal accounting and project financial controls.\nTrain and support Program Managers and other stakeholders on financial management, procurement, funding, and project control best practices.\nPromote consistent, accurate, and compliant financial management practices across projects.\nWork Schedule\nFull time, 40 hours per week\nSome travel required to attend relevant events and conferences, and participate in LINK team events\nSalary: LINK is committed to offering competitive compensation. While the salary range for this position is $115,000 - $150,000, your final offer may be adjusted based on factors such as experience and location.\nBenefits:\n$100 monthly internet/cell phone stipend\n$150 monthly commuter stipend for eligible participants\nLINK sponsored healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision\nCompany-paid Short Term Disability Insurance\n401K with employer contribution of up to 4%\n11 Federal Holidays per year \n15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year \nPaid Holiday Time Off (Christmas Eve through the New Year) \nAnnual bonus plan participation\nAnnual profit sharing participation\n$2,000 Learning and Development program reimbursement\nTechnology package that includes a LINK-owned MacBook Pro, monitor, mouse and keyboard\nLINK is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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