November 6, 2024

Research and Development Solutions, Inc.

North Kingstown

FULL TIME

Contract Specialist (DoD)

Contract Specialist
Job Summary
RDSI has an opening for a Contract Specialist in its North Kingstown, RI office. The selected candidate will report to the CFO and manage both commercial and Do D contractual agreements as well as support proposal submissions. The primary responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
Responsibilities:
(1) Work with RDSI’s finance team at other Offices, to input, review, track and maintain contract data in Cost Point to generate the cost and labor reports required by contracts to ensure accurate reporting.
(2) Monitor and work with Team Members on timesheet reporting compliance to ensure proper allocation of time to programs.
(3) Assist in the development and preparation of cost proposals, ensuring compliance with RFP requirements.
(4) Work with RDSI Program Mangers to compile spend plans for multiple contracts aligned to the individual Sub-Line Item Number (SLIN) in order to estimate, balance, and accurately report hours and dollars so that they are able to provide accurate reports to their Government representatives.
(5) Develop and provide accurate projections for Estimate at Completion (EAC) in order to project when additional hours or resources may be required to complete tasking.
(6) For any contracts where RDSI is a sub, monitor funding and work with the corporate team to proactively request funds from the Prime, to ensure consistent funding.
(7) If RDSI wins a contract that is financially based, you may be appointed as the Program Manager and be the point of contract with the customer.
(8) Assist in ensuring the efficient and accurate closeout of contracts.
Requirements/Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience)
· 5+ years of financial management experience
· Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint modules (e.g,, Time Collection, Projects, Accounting)
· Demonstrated success with, and knowledge and understanding of, finance and budgeting, analysis and reporting and information technology programs in support of a high performing organization
· Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and the ability to work closely with and collaborate with senior level administration and Government personnel
· Good interpersonal and communication skills
· Proficiency in Excel and Costpoint
· Do D Contract experience a plus
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
RDSI is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
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