Program Control Specialist Job in Fairfax 20170, Virginia US

Title:  Program Control SpecialistQwest Communications International Inc.  Customers coast to coast turn to Qwest Communication's industry-leading national fiber-optic network and world-class Spirit of Service to meet their communications and entertainment needs. For residential customers, Qwest’s powerful combination of award-winning high-speed Internet, home and wireless voice solutions and digital TV includes a new generation of fiber-optic Internet services. Qwest is also the choice of 95% of the Fortune 500 companies. Using its industry-leading national fiber-optic network, Qwest offers innovative solutions to business and government customers of all sizes and is a participant in Networx, the largest communications services contract in the world.Regular Full-Time employees are scheduled to work at least forty (40) hours per calendar week for an indefinite period of time. Location: Herndon, VA  ***Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.  ***US Citizenship requiredResponsibilities:Participates in studies to improve the operational and financial effectiveness of the program. Extracts financial data from various accounting and information systems. Performs financial and cost accounting analysis of data. Utilizes knowledge of Qwest’s financial accounting systems.·         Assists in the analysis of financial data and extracts and defines relevant information; interprets data for the purpose of determining past financial performance and/or to project a financial probability.·         Reviews costs and performs cost benefit analysis related to projects and/or program.·         Performs statistical, cost, and financial analysis of data reported in the various financial systems.·         Develops financial reports for forecasting, trending, and results analysis.·         Records, classifies, and summarizes financial transactions and events in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.·         Applies a working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations; verifies documents for completeness and compliance with government regulations.·         Uses various software applications, such as spreadsheets, relational databases, statistical packages, and graphics packages to assemble, manipulate and/or format data and/or reports.·         On a regular and continuous basis, exercises administrative judgment and assumes responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on costs, and/or quality of service within the program.·         Prepares customer proposals, develops customer budget analyses, works closely with Program Management, Engineering and customers.·         Reviews complex financial data received from managers for inclusion in proposals and prepares information for auditors.·         Ensures compliance with internal procedures, SOX 404, GAAP and DAR/FAR regulations. ·         Review, track and approve Purchase Orders in accordance within established budgets.·         Compile Estimates to Complete (ETC) and Estimates at Completion (EAC).·         Responsible for the review of contract modifications in regard to the finance implications and provide recommendations to the Contracts Department.·         Exchanges non-routine information using tact and persuasion as appropriate requiring good oral and written communication skills.·         Must be detail oriented yet able to think strategically about implications of analyses and initiatives, identify trends, and recommend improvements accordingly. ·         Ability to work independently and complete responsibilities with little supervision, yet work well in team-oriented culture. ·         Ability to work on critical, time sensitive issues and to keep matters confidential essential.Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, a related field or equivalent experience.At least two years financial analysis experience, preferably including a thorough knowledge of DAR/FAR and other applicable regulations.Proficiency in the use of software applications, databases, spreadsheets, and/or word processing required.Current SSBI is requiredExperience with Oracle Financial Suites including Receivables, Purchasing, Projects.Take the next step to a great career with Qwest! Please submit your resume via this website. For information on the great benefits offered at Qwest, visit http://www.qwest.com/careers/employeebenefits.html Qwest Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any Offer of employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug test and background check.The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.