Associate Consultant, Government Services

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 between the Associate and Consultant 2 level to join our Government Services team. In this role, you will support the organization in providing financial management services to life sciences companies and institutions to advance novel life science products (therapeutics, vaccines, diagnostics and devices), primarily in the areas of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense, infectious diseases and other public health threats. You will also support new business efforts as required for both internal and external clients.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting and editing of government proposals on behalf of clients including the Cost Model and Cost Volume.
• Developing indirect cost rate structures for new government contractors.
• Researching and interpreting US government contract rules and regulations.
• Support Program Managers with client workflow.
• Preparing forward pricing, incurred cost, business system, program specific and single audits.
• Developing CAS Disclosure Statements and cost impact analyses.
• Developing and implementing business systems in compliance with Federal contract and grant rules and regulations, including the FAR and Uniform Guidance.
• Monitoring program budgets and monthly job cost reporting.
• Collaborate with cross disciplinary teams to complete client deliverables.
• Focus on customer service and clear communication.
• Provide sound guidance and advice to clients on US government contracting procedures and R&D cost development for life science projects.
• Support the management of existing and potential client relationships from a business development perspective.
• Support the creation of internal tools, systems, methods and materials that help the Company perform more efficiently and with higher quality results.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• 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 United States Government cost reimbursement awards.
• Professional communication style and 100% 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.
• 0-2 years of professional experience in consulting or life sciences.

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits 

We believe in supporting our team professionally and personally. Here’s a snapshot of the comprehensive benefits you’ll enjoy as part of Sia. 

Competitive Compensation 

• Annual base salary range: $50,000-60,000 annually (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
• Annual performance based discretionary bonus 

Robust Health Coverage 

• 3 Medical plans  
• Dental and Vision  
• Life, AD&D and other voluntary insurance  

Tax-Advantaged Accounts 

• 401K retirement plan 
• 4% matching and 100% vested upon enrollment 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  
• Health, Dependent Care, Commuter 

Family Fr