Sparksoft Corporation is a technology company focused on revolutionizing IT solutions for government clients. They are seeking a Junior Project Control Analyst to support project financial management activities, working closely with senior analysts and project managers.
Responsibilities
- Assist with monthly project financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders
- Support project planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting for contracts of varying size and complexity
- Participate in forecasting activities, including actual vs. forecast analysis, trend analysis, and maintenance of Estimates at Complete (EACs) under senior team guidance
- Perform tasks related to monthly billing, vendor reconciliation, and invoice review
- Help prepare purchase requisitions and monitor subcontractor funding, including invoice coordination and approvals
- Assist in developing cost estimates for future performance periods and report variances from prior projections
- Support monthly internal and external program reviews
- Review accounts receivable and unbilled reports as part of monthly financial cycles
- Participate in process improvement initiatives within the finance and program control function
- Help maintain accurate and logical project accounting structures for programs and task orders
- Support new business pricing efforts, including data entry, model updates, and coordination with senior pricing staff
Skills
- Associate or bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
- Experience in a customer service or fast-paced environment is a plus
- 0–2+ years of experience in financial tracking, budgeting, accounting, or related analytical roles
- Proficient Excel skills, including familiarity with SUMIFS, basic LOOKUP functions
- Interest in learning how to extract, manipulate, and analyze data from ERP/financial systems
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with guidance
- Effective communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment
- Demonstrated interest in financial analysis, pricing, or data modeling
- Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn project control and pricing methodologies
- Interest in or exposure to government contracting, including contract types such as CPFF, FFP, and T&M
- Exposure to Unanet or similar ERP/financial systems is a plus
- Familiarity with government contracting or professional services environments
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) is helpful but not required
- Experience or familiarity with DCAA/Government approved accounting systems (e.g., Unanet Financials, Costpoint)
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- 401K matching
- Training
- Competitive compensation and a 401(k) with employer contributions to help you plan for the future
- Flexible paid time off and hybrid ways of working that support true work-life balance
- Comprehensive health coverage—including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- A curated in-office experience designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
- Opportunities to give back through Sparksoft Cares, including annual company-wide fundraising events
- Training and development programs that build new skills and prepare you for leadership roles
- A collaborative, transparent, and fun culture—recognized as a Great Place to Work®
Company Overview
Sparksoft helps the clients achieve their business objectives by providing Innovative, best-of-breed software products and technology solutions at substantial cost savings. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in Catonsville, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.sparksoftcorp.com/.Company H1B Sponsorship
Sparksoft Corporation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 9 in 2026, 48 in 2025, 31 in 2024, 58 in 2023, 45 in 2022, 29 in 2021, 61 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.