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How much do cost control analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for cost control analyst in the United States is $115,323.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,000.00 and $129,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a cost control analyst typically collaborate with project managers and other departments?

A Cost Control Analyst works closely with project managers, finance teams, and procurement departments to monitor project budgets and control expenditures. They provide regular financial reports, flagging any variances between actual and forecasted costs, and help teams make informed decisions to stay within budget. Effective collaboration is essential, as the analyst often participates in project meetings, advises on cost-saving measures, and ensures financial data is accurately reflected across all teams. This cross-functional interaction allows for proactive issue resolution and contributes to overall project success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cost control analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cost Control Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial principles, and a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Proficiency with Excel, ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, and data analysis tools is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills help ensure accurate cost tracking, informed decision-making, and effective collaboration with project teams and management.

What is the difference between Cost Control Analyst vs Cost Accountant?

AspectCost Control AnalystCost Accountant
Primary FocusMonitoring and controlling project or operational costsRecording, analyzing, and reporting financial data related to costs
CertificationsTypically requires a degree in finance, accounting, or related field; certifications like CMA or CPA are commonSame as Cost Control Analyst, often CMA or CPA
Work EnvironmentProject sites, corporate offices, or manufacturing plantsAccounting departments, finance teams, or corporate offices
Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, energy, and engineeringManufacturing, construction, and corporate finance sectors

While both roles involve financial analysis related to costs, the Cost Control Analyst primarily focuses on monitoring and managing project expenses to stay within budgets, whereas the Cost Accountant handles detailed financial record-keeping and reporting of costs. Both roles require similar credentials and often work in overlapping industries, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What does a cost control analyst do?

A cost control analyst monitors and manages a company's expenses to ensure projects stay within budget. They analyze financial data, prepare reports, and recommend cost-saving measures, often using tools like spreadsheets and financial software. Their work helps improve financial efficiency and supports decision-making processes.
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Infographic showing various Cost Control Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,323 per year, or $55.4 per hour.

Pgm Cost Control Analyst

Huntington Ingalls Industries

Dayton, OH • On-site, Remote

$100K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Requisition Number: 29928
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $72,527.00 - $100,000.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Mid
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Leadership Mindset at HII - Mission Technologies
Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes-regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:
  • Know & Grow Your People - Commit to learning and supporting team success.
  • Build Relationships - Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
  • Take Ownership - Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
  • Customer First - Focus on the mission and those we serve.
  • Shape the Future - Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
  • Act with Urgency - Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.
Job Description
HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly experienced Program Cost Control Analyst 3 (PC3) to perform advanced program control and cost accounting activities in support of complex contracts. This role establishes and maintains cost control systems, performs comprehensive financial analyses, and ensures contracts remain within negotiated parameters and government cost control guidelines. This position plays a critical role in supporting program execution, invoicing, and compliance in close collaboration with Program Management (PM), the Mission Partner (MP), and other internal stakeholders.
This role can be fully remote.
Salary range for this role is $100,000-$110,000
Essential Job Responsibilities
  • Provide revenue and funding planning, reporting, monitoring and analysis support to Program Managers.
  • Lead project set up in compliance with contractual terms, conditions and requirements.
  • Prepare program financial Estimates at Complete (EACs) and meet deadlines for Corporate submission requirements.
  • Identify project financial risks and opportunities and provide analytical contribution in working resolution with PM, Contracts, Procurement and Accounting.
  • Review and assess all contract modifications. Advise the program management team of financial impacts as necessary.
  • Monitor costs and manpower on monthly basis, ensuring that actuals are within budget and charged to the correct job number. Process cost reclasses as required.
  • Prepare accurate and complete actual vs forecast/plan variance analysis and reporting.
  • Prepare/Support Ops Review presentations for management.
  • Prepare financial Contract Data Requirements (CDRL) for programs. Ensure contractual requirements are met and customer financial deliverables are accurate and on time.
  • Perform ad-hoc financial analysis on the contract as requested by PMO and others.
  • Monitor funding status, providing reliable and timely notification of funding status by line-item detail as required.
  • Support accounts receivable as required during the billing process. Monitor billing status and unbilled issues, working with Contracts, Accounting and PMO to resolve issues in a timely manner.
  • Prepare subcontractor and vendor accruals as services/goods are received in accordance with GAAP and internal policies to ensure that the project's cost/commitment is accurately captured and reported internally and externally.
  • Ensure program revenue and profit is recorded in compliance with the EAC.
  • Analyze profit risks and opportunities and advise management on the optimal path forward.
  • Ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley, FAR and all company policies and procedures as they related to contract performance and financials.
  • Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.
  • Candidates must possess a strong background working with multiple government contract types: FFP, FPI, FPLOE, T&M, CPAF, CPFF, CPIF, and hybrid contracts.
  • Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint and familiarity with web-based invoicing platforms used by government or commercial partners.
  • Working knowledge of FAR, CAS, and invoicing/revenue recognition best practices.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Strong working knowledge in Excel and overall MS Office suite and a working knowledge of relevant software applications.
  • Strong organizational skills, able to handle multiple tasks at one time and meet deadlines.
  • Must be analytical, possess strong communication and presentation skills and have the ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.

Preferred Requirements
  • Experience working in hybrid environments with cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
  • Active or prior U.S. government clearance or ability to obtain one.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

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Our 44,000-strong team includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence and machine learning experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Here you'll find a collaborative environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs that span our shipbuilding apprentice schools in Virginia and Mississippi to tuition reimbursement programs that support continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Our values of integrity, safety, respect, engagement, responsibility and performance are the foundation of HII's ethical culture that inspires employees to do the right thing each day, regardless of the circumstances.


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