Indirect Rate Specialist

• Support review, analysis, and negotiation of provisional and final indirect cost rate proposals in accordance with federal cost principles
• Prepare negotiation objectives and conduct detailed cost/price analyses, including evaluation of expense pools, allocation bases, and business volume forecasts
• Maintain official NICRA files and ensure completeness and accuracy of documentation in agency systems
• Coordinate with auditors, legal counsel, and functional specialists to address audit findings and recommendations related to indirect costs
• Provide technical guidance to COs and AOs regarding indirect cost rate application and compliance requirements
• Monitor provisional rate performance, conduct trend analysis, and recommend rate adjustments as necessary
• Support policy development and interpretation related to cost principles, indirect rates, and financial compliance matters

• Minimum 5 years of direct experience reviewing and negotiating indirect rates for a U.S. Government department or agency
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field
• FAC-C Professional, CFCM, CPA, or CGFM certification (Required)
• Strong knowledge of federal cost principles and indirect rate methodologies
• Experience maintaining NICRA documentation and working within government financial management systems
• Ability to quickly assimilate complex award mechanisms (Government-to-Government, Title II, Interagency Awards, Public International Organizations)
• Strong analytical, financial, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment

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