Business Title: Senior Associate, Federal Government Contracts

　　Requisition Number: 108899 - 83

　　Function: Business Support Services

　　Area of Interest:

　　State: TN

　　City: Knoxville

　　Description:

　　Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

　　KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate to join our Federal Government Contracts team.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Apply a fundamental understanding of federal government contracting to provide administrative oversight for a contract portfolio with a revenue size of at least $25M per year and administer contracts including negotiation, correspondence, documentation, certification, and regulatory reporting in coordination with Contracts organization management

　　Review RFPs/RFQs to ensure compliance with terms and conditions, and provide advice and interpretation of contract requirements

　　Work collaboratively with various stakeholders and draft contracts related documents for review by Contract Managers and OGC

　　Advise leadership and engagement management of contractual rights, obligations and risks; compile and analyze data; maintain historical subcontract information

　　Identify opportunities for innovation within executed tasks, processes and projects that contribute to the improved efficiency and effectiveness of the workgroup; maintain and update contract management information systems

　　Act as lead for both internal/external data calls

　　Qualifications:

　　Minimum three years of recent contracting experience in a federal government contracting environment

　　Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or relevant work experience; preferable to have industry certifications and membership to/active participation in the National Contract Management Association (NCMA)

　　Ability to have significant role within a project, process or program

　　Knowledge of multiple solicitation types, contract types, the FAR, and the DFAR

　　Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving, analytical and independent judgment skills to support an environment driven by customer service and teamwork

　　Aptitude to positively influence, mentor and be a credible source of knowledge to less experienced team members; detail oriented and thorough, with effective time management skills

　　KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, the firm is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at 'Benefits & How We Work (https://www.kpmguscareers.com/why-kpmg/#benefits) '.

　　Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA: https://www.kpmg.us/work-for-kpmg/pay-transparency.html/?id=5309-9

　　KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link ( https://assets.kpmg.com/content/dam/kpmg/us/pdf/2018/09/eeo.pdf) contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

　　KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

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