• Pricing Analyst

    Aston Carter (Columbia, MD)


    We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Pricing & Financial Analyst to join our team. This role is critical in supporting both pricing strategy and financial planning for federal IT proposals and contracts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in federal contracting, pricing models, and financial forecasting, with a passion for precision and collaboration.

    Key ResponsibilitiesPricing Responsibilities

    + Serve as the primary point of contact for pricing on cost and price proposals.

    + Collaborate with Business Development and Project Managers to develop proposal budgets.

    + Analyze RFPs and related documents to extract key financial requirements.

    + Build and maintain budget templates in Excel tailored to solicitation requirements.

    + Contribute to cost narratives and pricing models for federal proposals.

    + Support all aspects of the cost volume, including modeling and documentation.

    + Participate in internal proposal reviews to ensure pricing aligns with technical solutions.

    + Perform additional pricing-related tasks as needed.

    Finance Responsibilities

    + Develop and manage financial plans and forecasts (monthly, quarterly, annually).

    + Prepare revenue projections, contract budgets, and overhead planning.

    + Perform additional finance-related tasks as needed.

    QualificationsEducation

    + Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Math, Economics, or a related field.

    Experience

    + 5+ years of experience in federal IT contracting with a focus on pricing and Price-to-Win strategies.

    + Proven success in developing multi-million-dollar proposals (FFP, T&M, and Cost-Plus).

    + Experience with ERP systems, especially Unanet, is preferred.

    Key Skills

    + Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat.

    + Strong organizational and multitasking skills in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

    + Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and written communication.

    + Expertise in pricing strategy, competitive analysis, and cost modeling.

    + Deep understanding of government contracting processes and cost structures (direct/indirect).

    + Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

    + Familiarity with SharePoint is a plus.

    Top Tools & Technologies

    + Microsoft Excel

    + SharePoint

    + Unanet ERP

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $48.07/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully remote position.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.