Jr. Cost Analyst

Posted One Month Ago
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Sacramento, CA, USA
In-Office
31K-54K Hourly
Junior
Information Technology • Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
Processes and audits consultant and vendor invoices for a major public project. Responsibilities include managing invoice documentation in SharePoint and eBuilder, verifying contractual and GSA compliance, resolving discrepancies, responding to payment inquiries, generating financial reports, maintaining records, and supporting budget development. The role requires strong attention to detail, analytical ability, communication skills, and proficiency with Excel, SharePoint, and project management software.
Summary Generated by Built In
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At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

 

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Jr. Cost Analyst to join our team! In this role you will get to ensure the efficient processing and management of consultant and vendor invoices for a multi-billion-dollar public project.


What You'll Be Doing:

  • Retrieve, upload and download invoices from designated SharePoint folders and ensure all required documentation is included.
  • Conduct thorough audits of invoices and payment application packages to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements and contractual agreements.
  • Adhere to the General Services Administration (GSA) travel policy when processing relevant invoices to ensure compliance with government regulations.
  • Input invoice details into the eBuilder system and route to the required person through an electronic workflow for review and approvals.
  • Compiling Program Invoices in eBuilder: Consolidate project invoices within the eBuilder system platform and route to stakeholders to secure final approvals.
  • Research, investigate and resolve any discrepancies or outstanding issues related to invoices by working closely with vendors and internal stakeholders as needed.
  • Respond immediately to internal and external inquiries regarding invoice status, payments, and other related matters in a prompt and professional manner.
  • Generate ad-hoc customized reports within the eBuilder system upon request to provide project stakeholders with relevant financial data and insights.
  • Participate in various project meetings and training sessions to stay informed about project developments, policies, and procedures.
  • Organize and maintain a comprehensive files with various security measures of all invoices received, ensuring easy accessibility and compliance with recordkeeping requirements.
  • Contribute to the budget development process by providing input and insights based on invoice data and financial analysis.
  • Undertake special projects and assignments as directed by project leadership, demonstrating flexibility and willingness to support broader project objectives.

What Required Qualifications You'll Bring:

  • Requires Tuesday - Thursday in office
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts payable, invoicing, or financial administration.
  • Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service-oriented approach to addressing inquiries and resolving issues rapidly.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and SharePoint
  • Experience with eBuilder or similar project management software
  • Experience with a shared network environment

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $30.58 - $53.51

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
  • At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable, invoicing, or financial administration
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Customer service-oriented approach to addressing inquiries and resolving issues
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and SharePoint
  • Experience with eBuilder or similar project management software
  • Experience with a shared network environment
  • Ability to work in the office Tuesday through Thursday

Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Parsons Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Parsons Corporation.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.

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The Company
HQ: Centreville, VA
14,420 Employees
Year Founded: 1944

What We Do

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.

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