Subcontracts Closeout Specialist

Subcontracts Closeout Specialist

Job ID: req4750
Employee Type: exempt full-time
Division: Contracts & Acquisitions
Facility: BLDG 1050: Other
Location: PO Box B, Frederick, MD 21702 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Subcontracts Department provides acquisition support to the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research (FNLCR) as well as operations and specific subcontracting support for other related Government initiatives. Specifically, Subcontracting provides pre and post-award acquisition and administration for highly complex research programs, scientific services, field trials, and related projects at FNLCR through execution of agreements with third parties, often commercial companies and non-profit research institutes and universities. We currently seek a Subcontract Closeout Specialist to join the Closeout team at our Frederick, MD location.

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review expired Subcontracts to determine closeout suitability based on established Policy and Procedure
• Perform Contract Closeout function which includes:
  • Ensuring proper reconciliations of all Subcontract data has been received and accepted
  • Collaborate with business operations, contracts, accounting, and other relevant groups to ensure all data is properly analyzed and reconciled for closeout
  • Respond to funding de-obligation requests received by the customer at various times throughout the year
  • Ensure company's contract closeout process and checklists are appropriately completed in accordance with the policy

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Possession of Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or four (4) years of relevant experience in Business, Accounting, or Finance in lieu of the degree. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency
• No work experience required with a Bachelor's degree
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and work well to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• MS Office proficiency
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Costpoint & COGNOS Reporting business applications experience
• Knowledge of federal government contracting rules and regulations; specifically contract closeout procedures in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, color, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

67,100.00 - 98,800.00 USD

The posted pay range for this job is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data.

The salary range posted is a full-time equivalent salary and will vary depending on scheduled hours for part time positions