Consultant, Government Services

Ppt Consulting; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) match

HSA option

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO & holidays

Cell phone stipend

Professional development

Job summary

Sia is seeking candidates with 5 years of experience to join our Government Services team. In this role, you will support our team in providing financial and compliance management services to organizations receiving funding from the U.S. Government (USG).

You will also support new business efforts as required for both internal and external clients. Provide consulting services for Sia/LBG’s clients including, but not limited to: research federal terms, provide guidance on contracts and grants,

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience in consulting or government contracting.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree with a technical emphasis in a relevant field.
• Ability to work independently or in collaboration with others across multiple disciplines.
• Experience with management of and accounting under USG cost reimbursement awards, preferred.
• Professional communication style and strong dedication to client satisfaction and support.
• Ability to manage individual workload to ensure the timely and compliant accomplishments of project deadlines and accurate deliverables.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide consulting services for Sia/LBG’s clients including, but not limited to.
• Research and interpret federal acquisition and federal assistance award terms and regulations, including the FAR, HHSAR, and 2 CFR 200.
• Provide sound guidance and advice to clients on federal contract and grants management requirements.
• Support management of subcontractors, including drafting of flowdown terms and conditions and monitoring performance and budget.
• Monitor program budgets and conduct monthly job cost reporting.
• Support preparation of forward pricing proposals, provisional billing rate proposals and incurred cost proposals.
• Assist in preparation for USG audits.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to complete client deliverables.
• Support the management of existing client relationships and delivery workflow.
• Focus on customer service and clear communication.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Client service orientation

US government contracting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree with technical emphasis

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Description

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes.

Sia’s Life Science and Healthcare Business Unit, Sia/LBG, focuses on supporting the life sciences and healthcare industries with strategic consulting, product development and non-dilutive funding expertise. This consulting division works with healthcare organizations, pharmaceutical & biotech companies, CROs, academia, medical device/diagnostic companies, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) alike to solve complex business, scientific, regulatory, technological and product development challenges. Our subject matter experts help advance our clients products and programs; supporting these companies—both large and small—to achieve organizational objectives and create tangible value for their stakeholders.

Job Description

We are seeking candidates with 5 years of experience to join our Government Services team. In this role, you will support our team in providing financial and compliance management services to organizations receiving funding from the U.S. Government (USG). You will also support new business efforts as required for both internal and external clients.

Provide consulting services for Sia/LBG’s clients including, but not limited to:

• Research and interpret federal acquisition and federal assistance award terms and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), HHSAR, and 2 CFR 200.
• Provide sound guidance and advice to clients on federal contract and grants management requirements.
• Support management of subcontractors, including drafting of flowdown terms and conditions and monitoring performance and budget.
• Monitor program budgets and conduct monthly job cost reporting.
• Support preparation of forward pricing proposals, provisional billing rate proposals and incurred cost proposals.
• Assist in preparation for USG audits.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to complete client deliverables.
• Support the management of existing client relationships and delivery workflow.
• Focus on customer service and clear communication.

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience in consulting or government contracting, or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree with a technical emphasis in a relevant field.
• Ability to work independently or in collaboration with others across multiple disciplines.
• Experience with management of and accounting under USG cost reimbursement awards, preferred.
• Professional communication style and strong dedication to client satisfaction and support.
• Ability to manage individual workload to ensure the timely and compliant accomplishments of project deadlines and accurate deliverables.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite.

Compensation & Benefits

Sia invests in total rewards that support how our people work, live, and grow.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $75,000-100,000. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by applicable law.
• Annual Performance Bonus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision; company-paid life and AD&D; voluntary supplemental insurance and EAP
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting; HSA and FSA options
• College savings and student loan repayment programs
• Paid parental leave; generous PTO, nine company holidays, and one floating holiday
• Cell phone stipend; well-being and professional development programs

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Workplace

Sia values in-person collaboration. When serving clients, consultants may be required to work onsite at a client location based on engagement needs. Between client engagements, consultants are expected to work from a Sia office or approved coworking location at least three days per week. Candidates should reside within a reasonable commuting distance of a Sia office or approved coworking location. Sia maintains offices and coworking arrangements across multiple U.S. markets, including New York City, Charlotte, Greater Seattle, San Francisco Greater Bay Area, Los Angeles, Houston, Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, Washington D.C.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout their employment. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Commitment

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.