CSS III - Contract Close Out

Pay Rate

The annual base salary range for this position $72,105 - $97,857. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. At Sawdey Solution Services, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. We will consider several factors when extending an offer to an applicant. These factors include (but are not limited to) the position, associated responsibilities, work experience, education, related training, and related skills.

Position Location: White Oak, MD

Telework/Work-from-Home Authorized

Yes - When Authorized/Hybrid

About the Role: The Contract Support Specialist III - Contract Closeout provides advanced acquisition and contract administration support with a particular emphasis on contract closeout and de-obligation of undelivered orders (UDOs). This role requires full knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency-specific supplements to assist Contracting Officers in completing complex contract closeout functions in a timely, compliant, and auditable manner.

Additional Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Lead efforts to prepare, review, and execute contract closeout documentation for various contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M, IDIQ, task/delivery orders, etc.).
• Coordinate with finance, property, and program offices to validate receipt and acceptance, reconcile invoices, resolve final indirect rates, and ensure all administrative actions are completed.
• Identify and de-obligate excess funds on undelivered orders (UDOs) in accordance with agency policy and fiscal law.
• Track, report, and maintain metrics on closeout progress and de-obligation activities to support program and audit readiness.
• Validate data and documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with FAR, DFARS, and agency procedures.
• Conduct quality reviews of acquisition packages and make recommendations to Contracting Officers.
• Maintain organized electronic contract files in accordance with records management requirements.
• Liaise with contracting, legal, finance, and program offices to resolve issues and ensure smooth closeout processing.
• Utilize and maintain proficiency in automated procurement and financial systems.
• Prepare reports, trackers, and presentations for management as required.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.
  
  

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of four (4) years of federal contracting experience equivalent to the GS-1102 qualification standard.
• Demonstrated experience with contract closeout and UDO de-obligation processes preferred.
  
  

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Completion of 24 semester hours in business-related college courses (e.g., accounting, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management).
  
  

Other Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to meet/exceed monthly metric goals.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills supporting both internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of records retention, audit preparation, and data validation best practices.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with client and fulfill all duties and responsibilities as listed in the contract.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite including, but not limited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
  
  

Security Clearance Requirements

Background Check

US Citizenship Requirements

This position supports a U.S. Government Contract whose terms require Sawdey Solution Services to staff it only with U.S. Citizens.