Indirect Rate Specialist
We are hiring for Indirect Rate Specialist rolls. They will provide expert‑level cost analysis and indirect rate negotiation support to ensure compliance with USAID and U.S. Government regulations. Works closely with Contracting Officers (COs), Agreement Officers (AOs), auditors, legal counsel, and technical teams to establish and monitor provisional and final indirect cost rates for contractors and grantees.
Responsibilities
- Support review, analysis, and negotiation of provisional and final indirect cost rate proposals in accordance with federal cost principles (allowability, allocability, and reasonableness).
- 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.
Qualifications
Security Clearance: Public Trust
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Washington, DC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $42.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long‑term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Washington, DC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
