Cost Allocation, Indirect Cost Consultant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assist with cost-allocation strategies, indirect-cost rates, and the accompanying narratives that clarify them.

• Track which expenses are categorized as direct, allocated, or unallowable concerning the agency's funding composition.

• Evaluate the agency's chart of accounts and allocation bases in comparison to the established plan.

• Create or revise a central-service or indirect-cost plan that the finance office can effectively defend.

• Determine the documentation that an auditor or cognizant agency would request to review.

• Provide methods and past-performance narratives for proposals only when authorized to do so.

• Specify the circulars, federal guidelines, or local policies referenced, ensuring not to fabricate a rate.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in preparing or revising a cost-allocation plan or indirect-cost rate for a government or public agency.

• Capability to articulate the allocation base and identify which departments or funds were incorporated.

• At least one plan or rate proposal that you can detail by agency, year, and your involvement.

• Proficiency in interpreting a chart of accounts and understanding a fund structure.

• Comfortable working as a 1099 project-based collaborator, including occasional travel to client locations.

• A negotiated indirect-cost rate agreement that you contributed to (preferred).

• Familiarity with 2 CFR Part 200 or experience with a state cognizant-agency review (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a dynamic environment.

• Competitive compensation package and flexible working arrangements.

• Professional development and training opportunities to enhance your skills.