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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Principal Project Control Specialist to join our team! In this role you will get to perform the FP&A function for a $300M portfolio with multiple complicated vehicles.
What You'll Be Doing:
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and variance analyses
Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning
Analyze financial performance against budget and prior periods, identifying trends and variances
Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes
Prepare executive-level presentations and dashboards for senior management
Maintain and enhance financial reporting systems and tools
Streamline financial processes and improve efficiency through automation
Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all financial reports
Support month-end and quarter-end close activities
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, financial modeling)
Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive Insights, SAP BPC)
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
Data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present financial information to non-financial audience
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or related field (or equivalent experience)
8+ years of related work experience.
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis position is part of our Corporate team.For over 80 years, Parsons Corporation, has shaped the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00We 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!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.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
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, financial modeling)
- Experience with financial planning software (Hyperion, Adaptive Insights, SAP BPC)
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
- Data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to present financial information to non-financial audience
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 8+ years of related work experience
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Parsons Corporation Insights
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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