Sr. Project Analyst

Job Summary

Primary Responsibilities

• Collect and evaluate business goals to understand and prioritize project needs
• Coordinate with stakeholders to track project activities using tracking tools such as MS Project and SharePoint
• Manage and distribute project documentation/reports related to the project or program
• Provide project guidance and support to Project Managers
• Contribute to project deliverables including documents and weekly/monthly management presentations
• Develop and monitor projects and process reporting (routine and ad hoc reports), analytics, and dashboards
• Perform in-depth technical analysis of project trends and artifacts
• Communicate recommendations related to project quality and performance gaps to stakeholders
• Facilitate meetings and communicate project status, issues, and solutions effectively
• Assist with developing, facilitating and conducting trainings on project/program management
• Work with Managers to analyze budgets and capital expenditures, including detail review of project proposals and preparation of necessary supporting documentation and justification
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including budget forecasts, variance analysis, and financial performance metrics
• Develop and manage budget and forecast reports/models for projects and capital expenditures
• Manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations
• Absorb and ensure that third parties adhere to contractual requirements for activities of on-going projects (e.g. terms and payment, vendor invoices matching agreed terms)
• Absorb and assist with audit compliance activities such as coordination of JSOX testing and processes
• Manage project and contract Knowledge Management sites such as SharePoint

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or a related role
• Financial acumen and experience with financial reporting and analysis
• Experience in contract management, including negotiation and compliance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Wrike, Asana)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• PMP or similar project management certification is a plus