Financial Specialist at Credence Management Solutions, LLC

Overview

Job Location:  McLean, VA 22102

Telework Eligible: Yes, this is hybrid role with at least 2 days a week in our office at 1775 Tysons Blvd, McLean, VA 22102.

Remote Eligible: No

Summary Statement

Credence Management Solutions employs hard-working, passionate individuals who bring innovation, accountability, and a growth mindset to the many missions we support across the US Federal Government. Employee empowerment is part of the fabric of our corporate culture through which we emphasize opportunity, recognition, reward, and retention. At Credence, we follow the principles of servant leadership and believe that serving and supporting others is critical to both our individual and collective achievements. We have only one measure of success. Yours.

We are a diverse, enthusiastic family of subject matter experts, business professionals, and practitioners who all share a common goal of providing excellent services to our government customers. If you want to work in a dynamic and fast-growing environment with highly motivated colleagues, then Credence is the right place for you!

Position Summary

Credence Management Solutions, LLC (Credence) is seeking a Financial Specialist to serve as part of the Global Health Training, Advisory, Support Contract (GHTASC) Finance team to support the overall Financial Management of the project. The candidate should have directly applicable work experience in the field of financial management and budget analysis. Experience with large-scale programs of various contract types preferred. See below for more information on this exciting opportunity and apply to join Credence today!

Salary Range

Full salary range for this position is $95,000 to $125,000 per year, with the starting salary determined based on candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, as well as budget availability.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below

The Finance Specialist will support the Finance Director for the management of overall financial aspects of the program, establishing and maintaining sound budget management practices to ensure the project’s compliance with USAID procedures, policies, and regulations. The Finance Specialist will:

• Develop and maintain tracking systems and budget reports to provide detailed information for on-demand cost allocation, pipeline analysis, and forecasting for multiple funding sources.
• Perform cost and price analysis and develop pricing templates and models to evaluate different strategies and "what-if" scenarios.
• Assist with the development of smart and efficient pricing standards, strategies, and best practices where applicable and integrate the same throughout the organization.
• Review invoices to ensure costs are being properly collected and reported.
• Review contract and subcontract documents for accuracy and validity.
• Analyze cost data and work with program management to review execution strategies.
• Support audits and participate in cost proposal clarifications or negotiations.
• Execute a process that accurately captures travel costs across many program employees

Education, Requirements and Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 4 year of relevant experience, Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience, Associate’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience, or High School Diploma and 10 years of relevant experience in finance/accounting or related fields.
• Strong analytical background, understanding of cost accounting forecasting
• Experience with pricing proposals from Federal Government Agencies
• Knowledge of FAR, CAS, allowable/un-allowable costs, and indirect rates
• Demonstrated experience with budgeting, program control, and forecast modeling across major contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF/CPAF, IDIQ, etc.)
• Demonstrated hands-on work experience and knowledge of pricing, including reading, and reviewing RFPs, cost model development, and cost proposal development a plus
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with and present to executive management
• Demonstrated experience to execute multiple tasks simultaneously working in a team or independently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment delivering results and quality services
• Exceptionally detail oriented and able to translate big-picture analyses with complex contract structures
• Strong organizational, verbal, written, analytical, problem solving, and communication skills
• Expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Experience with Costpoint and Cognos desired, ability to write queries in Cognos a plus

 Competencies/Performance Criteria 

• Innovation: Takes initiative to propose new ideas/approaches and demonstrates ability to find new and better ways to accomplish work 
• Client Service: Communicates with clients, handling any issues politely and efficiently; understands and is available to clients; maintains pleasant and professional image. 
• Accountability: Takes ownership of work responsibilities and holds high standards. Keeps commitments and takes appropriate actions to ensure obligations are met.  Pursues efficiency and effectiveness and adheres to organization policies and procedures. 
• Interpersonal Skills: Works in cooperation with others and communicates effectively with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, clients, and other outside contacts. 
• Continual Learning: Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues professional development that is aligned with organizational role, contribution, and goals; proactively shares knowledge with others to foster learning across the organization. 

Prior to submitting your application your resume must include relevant paid and non-paid experience showing dates held with month, year and hours worked per week for each position. Please ensure that all relevant experience and education is documented on your resume. There is no limitation to resume length; updates to resumes will not be accepted during the interview and selection process.