The program analyst (budget control & business management) supports program execution by providing financial tracking, budget control, and business performance analysis. This role ensures alignment with approved financial targets, improves visibility into program performance, and enables data-driven decision-making for program managers and leadership.
responsibilities
* support program execution through detailed tracking of budget, material costs, and financial performance against targets.
* monitor cost performance, identify variances, and proactively highlight risks and improvement opportunities.
* coordinate material cost approvals, invoicing processes, and financial transactions within erp systems (e.g., sap, oracle).
* collaborate with program managers, finance, supply chain, and commercial teams to ensure alignment on financial data and program status.
* prepare and maintain accurate financial forecasts, including scenario analysis and resource planning.
* develop and maintain dashboards and reports (excel, power bi) to improve visibility and decision-making.
* support customer account coordination related to financial topics, ensuring accuracy and timely communication.
* track key program milestones and deliverables, ensuring alignment between operational progress and financial status.
* identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, reporting accuracy, and accountability.
qualifications & skills
* bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, finance, or a related field.
* 3–5 years of experience in project coordination, program support, financial analysis, or similar roles.
* experience in budget tracking, cost control, and basic financial analysis (variance, forecasting).
* strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
* advanced excel skills; experience with power bi or similar data visualization tools is preferred.
* familiarity with erp/mrp systems (sap, oracle, or similar) for cost tracking and planning.
* understanding of project management methodologies (pmp certification or training is a plus).
* ability to work in cross-functional environments and manage multiple priorities.
* bilingual: english and spanish.
* analytical thinking: ability to interpret financial and operational data and provide actionable insights.
* attention to detail: high accuracy in cost tracking, reporting, and data management.
* cross-functional collaboration: works effectively with multiple teams to ensure alignment and execution.
* communication: clearly presents information to support decision-making.
* accountability & ownership: takes responsibility for deliverables and follows through on commitments.
* proactivity: identifies issues early and drives continuous improvement.
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