Cost & Project Analyst I

This position provides timely and accurate project planning and financial controls to internal management and external customers in support of Operations at Oceaneering’s Marine Services Division (MSD) and US Government Contracts. The Cost & Project Analyst coordinates extensively with Program Management and the Contracts department to ensure that the project’s contractual requirements are satisfied. This role also strives to implement operational excellence initiatives to increase efficiency.

• Review and approve cost estimates for Delivery/Task Orders. • Set up projects in the accounting system for cost accumulation, billing, and reporting. • Support Project Managers to prepare and analyze internal Revenue forecast for monthly, quarterly, and year end estimates. • Create, Process and Post bi-weekly and monthly invoices. • Provide project controls support to include weekly actual report, hours summary report, estimate to complete (ETC) development, estimate at complete (EAC) development, and variance at completion (VAC) analysis. • Lead the month-end close process to provide Forecast vs Actual variances and journal entries for assigned projects or portfolio. • Support Program Managers by creating and analyzing Project Status Reports and assist in the development of Annual Operating Plan and Long-Range Strategic Plans. • Prepare, and support, monthly Customer reporting requirements. • Lead cash flow collections by reviewing Accounts Receivable outstanding and Unbilled Accounts Receivable for assigned projects or portfolio. • Assist the regional finance lead in SOX compliance and testing and external regulatory reporting / compliance. • Support implementation of financial standards in the organization.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or other relevant degree from an accredited college or university.

US Government Contracting experience preferred, or one (1) plus year of equivalent relevant experience as a Financial or Cost Analyst.

Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of different contract types to include firm fixed price, time and material, and cost-plus fixed fee.

Demonstrated advanced skill/expertise with Microsoft Excel, including experience with pivot tables, macros, lookups, and complex formulas.

Demonstrated knowledge of and practical understanding/application of cost accounting principles; inter and intra company accounting; Sarbanes-Oxley Act; and U.S. GAAP.

Demonstrated understanding of financial modeling concepts (what if analysis).

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Must be a U.S. citizen who is not a dual citizen of any other country.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (Preferred)

Working knowledge of Deltek Costpoint ERP system and Propricer software.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

A collaborative working style and ability to work across multiple geographies and with a distributed workforce.

Systematic, solution-oriented, and flexible.

Solves problems and acts decisively on problems of moderate complexity and financial risk.

Work independently with limited oversight.

Working Conditions

This position is considered OFFICE WORK which is characterized as follows.

Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night

Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the workplace

Work surface is stable (flat)

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions

Job tasks are performed in close proximity to other people

Physical Activity/Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is considered LIGHT work. OCCASIONAL FREQUENT CONSTANT

Lift up to 20 pounds

Climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching

Lift up to 10 pounds

Standing

Repetitive movements of arms and hands

Sit with back supported

Pay Transparency

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Compensation: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factor.