Cost Analyst jobs in Rock Island, IL

Overview

Amyx is seeking a Senior Cost and Price Analyst to support the upcoming Global Logistics and Support Services contract with Army Sustainment Command at Rock Island, IL. This position is contingent upon contract award.

In this role, you will provide direct cost and price analysis support for numerous service contracts, ensuring contract performance aligns with projected costs.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost performance analysis in support of service contracts. • Provide funding forecast analysis using qualitative, time series analysis, casual relationships and simulation forecasting methods. • Perform cost variance analysis using either quantitative or analytical techniques to reflect any significant variance between the projected costs to the estimated/negotiated budget plan. • Prepare statistical data of costs and quantity with detailed narrative explanations concerning each category of costs. • Perform analysis of costs related to level of effort performed on service contracts. • Perform lease verse purchase analysis. • Prepare Independent Cost Estimates (ICEs) in support of Contractor Operation Requirements, Engineering Support Services, Base Operations Support Services, Supply Support Services, Facility Maintenance Support Services, Equipment Maintenance Support Services and Transportation Support Services using the following estimating methods: Analogy (Top Down), Parametric (Statistical), Engineering (Bottom Up) and Actual Costs (Extrapolation). • Develop cost estimating relationships, an equation used to estimate a given cost element using an established relationship with one or more independent variables. • Prepare monthly cost performance reviews and evaluation briefs for Government approval. • Perform a variety of special non-recurring projects and studies for assigned program areas that involve problem definition, data gathering, coordination, analyses, evaluation, compilation, and preparation of final reports and documentation. •
• Must have the ability to communicate accurate information

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelors degree with at least 10 years technical experience in the area of cost analysis and cost estimating in support of service contracts• Active DoD Secret security clearance• Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of financial and management concepts, principles, objectives, and methodologies.• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in Agency PPBE and cost accounting standards according to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS). • Knowledge of cost analysis principles, methodologies, theories, and techniques of analysis and evaluation, along with knowledge of standardized cost analysis practices and procedures as it pertains to operation of service contracts. • Knowledge of established cost analysis principles and the skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques. • Thorough knowledge of contractor performance and techniques for anticipating cost overruns, schedule slippages, to maintain a continuous surveillance over actions; and to anticipate, surface, and correct potential program problems. • Knowledge of analytical techniques (e.g., linear regression, linear programming, critical path analysis, network theory) • Ability to communicate orally, in writing and to produce information through the use of computers and software programs. • Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel at the intermediate level (processing and analyzing data).

Desired:

• Experience supporting ASC worldwide contingency logistics efforts• More than 15 years total experience

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans (PPO & HSA options available)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Roth
• Qualified Transportation Expense with matching contributions
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• PTO
• 11 Holidays
• Professional Development Reimbursement

Please contact talent@amyx.com with any questions!

Amyx is an Equal Opportunity employer. Amyx is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all job seekers. Every qualified applicant receives focused consideration for employment and no one is discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Amyx complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Equal Opportunity Employer- Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Amyx is an E-Verify employer.Amyx proudly and proactively takes affirmative action to advance employment of individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Physical DemandsEmployee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.