Closeout Specialist (0009)

OCT Consulting is a business management and technology consulting firm that supports Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology.

Responsibilities and Duties

OCT is seeking experienced Acquisition Professionals (Closeout Specialists) with at least 5 years of Contract Specialist or Contracting and Procurement experience, with a focus on closeout activities. Experience within the 1102 Contracting and Procurement Series is preferred, and qualified backgrounds may include federal service or institutional support contractor roles supporting federal agencies.

Ideal candidates will have demonstrated expertise in closing out all contract types. Responsibilities include managing closeout activities for contracts, cooperative agreements, and grants in full compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the Code of Federal Regulations (2 CFR), and individual agency closeout policies and procedures.

Key duties include:

• Reconciling award files in the client's Phoenix Financial System.
• Uploading designated files into the Agency’s Secure Image and Storage Tracking System.
• Preparing closeout documentation (e.g., checklists, release of claims).
• Identifying expired files for destruction.
• Providing feedback to support process improvements.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of federal contract closeout experience.
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• Must have experience with closing both simple and complex contract types (i.e., FFP, LH, Cost-types)
• Must be able to obtain or retain a Public Trust clearance. The investigation will involve a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check
• Work will primarily be performed remotely with a projected two days per week at OCT’s corporate office in Tyson’s Corner, VA. The individual, however, must be willing to travel to the client’s headquarters in Washington D.C. as needed.
• Must be a US Citizen

Benefits

Benefits

OCT offers competitive compensation packages and a full suite of benefits which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry leading provider with 3% employer contributions of the employee’s gross salary
• Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
• Training Benefits

Salary Range: $78,000-85,000 yearly commensurate with experience, education, etc. 

About OCT Consulting

OCT Consulting LLC is a Small Business (SB) providing professional services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the agility of operations and a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies.

At OCT we believe in creating a work environment where employees can thrive based on their abilities, skills, and achievements. We are dedicated to providing career growth and professional development based on individual merit and fostering a workplace where everyone’s contributions are valued and recognized.