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The Team - Government Contracting Advisory Services

Our team is comprised of a powerful mix of seasoned professionals with public accounting experience and business consultants with a deep expertise in government contracting across multiple industries. We take a comprehensive approach to helping clients navigate through the government contracting life cycle by assisting our clients; interpret government contracting regulatory requirements, manage compliance risk, provide advice and assistance to maintain on-going compliance with contract requirements, provide audit support, assist with business system assessments, gap assessments, compliance reviews, perform regulatory research, and other related government contracting activities.

Your Impact

Provide advisory support to government contractors in the following areas:

• Interpreting regulations related to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Developing compliance-based business systems


• Assessing and updating policies and procedures documentation
• Evaluating business processes and recommending improvement initiatives




• Assisting in the analysis of government allegations of noncompliance
• Assisting in the preparation of audit finding responses and analysis of cost and financial data
• Calculating and/or reviewing indirect rates
• Preparing and reviewing incurred cost submissions
• Performing budget and cashflow analysis
• Estimation at completion (EAC) preparation and analysis
• Performing contract/project setup and closeout procedures and evaluating for issues
• Establishing credibility as a trusted advisor

Your Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 2+ years of relevant government contracting experience
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) Business Systems and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Experience with supporting risk assessments and executing compliance reviews including unallowable costs reviews, cost proposal reviews, and reviews of audit finding responses
• Knowledge of indirect rates and cost estimates
• Experience supporting the design, maintenance, and/or testing of controls related to DFARS business systems
• Knowledge of Forecast and Budget Modeling (Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Headcount)
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting/audit practices, procedures, and reporting standards
• Flexibility to travel up to 25% or more
• Because of the unique security requirements for this client portfolio, US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters in Accounting, MBA, CPA, CIA.
• Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint, COGNOS, IBM TM1 (IBM Planning Analytics), Hyperion Smartview/ESS, PeopleSoft, JAMIS, Unanet

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Highspring believes that the following salary range reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure to be between $85,500 and $148,500. The individual may also be eligible for a variety of bonus and financial incentives based on individual and company performance.

• Interpreting regulations related to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Developing compliance-based business systems
• Assessing and updating policies and procedures documentation
• Evaluating business processes and recommending improvement initiatives
• Assisting in the analysis of government allegations of noncompliance
• Assisting in the preparation of audit finding responses and analysis of cost and financial data
• Calculating and/or reviewing indirect rates
• Preparing and reviewing incurred cost submissions
• Performing budget and cashflow analysis
• Estimation at completion (EAC) preparation and analysis
• Performing contract/project setup and closeout procedures and evaluating for issues
• Establishing credibility as a trusted advisor

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 2+ years of relevant government contracting experience
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) Business Systems and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Experience with supporting risk assessments and executing compliance reviews including unallowable costs reviews, cost proposal reviews, and reviews of audit finding responses
• Knowledge of indirect rates and cost estimates
• Experience supporting the design, maintenance, and/or testing of controls related to DFARS business systems
• Knowledge of Forecast and Budget Modeling (Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Headcount)
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting/audit practices, procedures, and reporting standards
• Flexibility to travel up to 25% or more
• Because of the unique security requirements for this client portfolio, US Citizenship is required.

• Masters in Accounting, MBA, CPA, CIA.
• Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint, COGNOS, IBM TM1 (IBM Planning Analytics), Hyperion Smartview/ESS, PeopleSoft, JAMIS, Unanet

Federal Acquisition Data and Systems Subject Matter Expert

The Position:

We are seeking a highly experienced Federal Acquisition Data and Systems Subject Matter Expert to support GSA's acquisition programs and data systems. This role focuses on ensuring system interoperability and enhancing the quality and accessibility of acquisition data. Key responsibilities include:

• Leverage federal procurement data and systems expertise to improve accessibility and usability of government-wide data.

• Collaborate with GSA and other agencies to refine and scale shared acquisition tools like the Procurement Co-Pilot. 

• Lead requirements elicitation and analysis by engaging with stakeholders across federal agencies to identify, document, and validate business and technical needs for acquisition data systems.

• Share clear, actionable system requirements that align with federal data standards, technical feasibility, policy mandates, and operational goals.

• Develop data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, security, and interoperability across federal systems.

• Identify and pilot emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance acquisition data management.

The Ideal Candidate: 

At Censeo, we are looking for unique candidates whose passion and enthusiasm will help shape Censeo’s client insights and workplace culture. Our staff have a wide range of backgrounds, areas of expertise, personality types, and favorite breakfast foods. Our client and cultural successes are rooted in our team’s innovation, creative problem solving, and collaboration. The unique perspective that you bring and the way you tackle problems are much more important to us than what’s printed on your diploma. Some of the core qualifications for the role include:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Information Systems, Public Administration, or Business Administration. Master’s degree preferred.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in federal acquisition, procurement systems, or data governance roles, with at least 3 years working with or within GSA or on GSA-managed acquisition platforms.

• Demonstrated expertise in GSA acquisition systems such as eBuy, GSA Advantage!, FAS systems, and GSA’s Integrated Award Environment (IAE).

• Deep understanding of federal acquisition data standards and GSA-specific data reporting requirements.

• Proficiency in data integration, ETL pipelines, and data quality assurance for systems like FPDS, SAM.gov, and FASt Lane.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to brief senior GSA leadership and cross-agency stakeholders.

• Proven ability to mentor junior analysts and acquisition professionals in GSA-specific systems and processes.

• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results efficiently.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a dynamic environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

The Company:

Censeo Consulting Group is a top Washington D.C. based management consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector and non-profit clients build operational excellence, deliver better outcomes, and lower cost. We take a personalized approach to strategic consulting to solve our clients’ most complex problems and build operational excellence that transforms their organizations, allowing them to better deliver on their public and social missions. 

At Censeo, our award-winning culture means you’ll join a tight-knit community of 80 brilliant and passionate colleagues. We are advocates for a better functioning public sector, and we’re also good friends who know the names of each other’s dogs. Our philosophy is horizontal, not hierarchical, and our open-door policy encourages a culture of entrepreneurship at all levels. We share successes, make decisions together, and foster an environment for those with passion and initiative to lead. Our colleagues bring their own unique personalities to work every day and use them to help shape our growing firm in ways that reach far beyond client projects. 

The Location:

Censeo Consulting Group is based in Washington D.C., a fantastic city for working professionals. We work in a hybrid setting with flexibility to work from home and work in our office conveniently located in the heart of downtown, just a few blocks away from the White House. And with many of our clients also based in D.C., we have the luxury of leaving for a meeting and being back in the office in time for post-work happy hours, team dinners, and game nights.

The Fine Print:

• The salary range for this role is $120,000-$180,000 depending on experience

• Expected travel 0-10%; may increase based on business needs 

• This is a full-time, exempt position.

• This role is subject to a hybrid work schedule in the Washington D.C. 

• Essential Physical Functions

• Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time

• Light Carrying: Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another

Censeo offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, flexible and remote work opportunities, and tuition and training reimbursement. More information on our benefits and perks can be found at  

Censeo is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law. 

Join Our Award-Winning Culture!

Our passion wins awards. But don’t just take it from us… 

• 2024 Vault #41 Consulting 50 North America

• 2024 Vault #7 Best Consulting Firm for Hours in the Office

• 2023 Vault #9 Best Consulting Firm for Work/Life Balance 

• 2023 Vault #23 Best Consulting Firm for Overall Diversity

• 2023 Management Consulted #3 Best Boutique Firms in Washington DC

• 2022 Vault #41 Best Overall Consulting Firm to Work For

• 2020 Vault #21 Best Boutique Consulting Firm 

• 2019 Ivy Exec #7 Best Boutique Consulting Firm 

• 2018 Consulting Magazine Best Small Firms to Work For  

• 2017 Vault #12 Best Boutique Consulting Firm 

• 2016 Forbes Best Management Consulting Firms in America 

• 2015 Washington Business Journal’s Philanthropy List 

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• Deliver classes ranging from 1 hour to 80 hours in accordance with course schedule, instructor guide, student materials, and published course descriptions to audiences of up to 30 students.
• Apply adult learning principles to course facilitation.
• Provide feedback on course curriculum to development team.

• Candidates must possess experience and background in the federal contracting duties outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other relevant publications.
• Bachelor's degree is required, advanced degree preferred.
• 10 years or more of recent experience in a federal contracting environment, DAWIA (or FAC-C) Level III Certification in Contracting or having held an unlimited Contracting Officer's warrant is desirable.
• Ability to teach on a virtual platform.

• Active affiliation with acquisition related industry groups.
• Demonstrated professionalism in providing support, including ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, tact, and diplomacy.
• Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.

Aalis Management Consulting is an 8(a) certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) driven by the same principles that guide our armed forces. Founded by a US Army veteran, we take pride in our core values: excellence in reputation, commitment, candor, teamwork, and dependability. Our team delivers stakeholder-focused support in the areas of Acquisition & Procurement Support, (IT) Financial Management, Program Management, and Logistics & Supply Chain Support. Visit us at
Title: Acquisition Specialist
Client: Federal Agency
Location: Onsite - Washington, D.C.
Clearance: Public Trust
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance; the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration.
Number of Position(s): 1
Work Schedule: 8 am - 5 pm
Work Day: Monday - Friday

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Acquisition Specialist with experience in Agile methodologies and a strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The ideal candidate will have at least 1 - 3 years of experience in acquisition and a proven track record of managing procurement processes from cradle to grave. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of acquisition programs, including Simplified Acquisition Programs (SAP), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts, and purchase orders. The Government is willing to train the right candidate, and while certifications are a plus, they are not required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage Simplified Acquisition Program (SAP) processes from cradle to grave, ensuring compliance with FAR and agency-specific regulations.
• Administer IDIQ contracts and purchase orders , including drafting, negotiating, and monitoring contract performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to procure specialized items, such as art collections and other unique assets.
• Assist in the procurement process for high-profile events, including Gala procurement , ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.
• Utilize Agile methodologies to streamline acquisition processes and improve efficiency.
• Conduct market research, develop acquisition plans, and prepare solicitation documents.
• Evaluate proposals, negotiate terms, and award contracts in accordance with federal regulations.
• Monitor contractor performance, resolve issues, and ensure deliverables meet quality and schedule requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all acquisition activities.
• Provide guidance and support to team members and stakeholders on acquisition-related matters.

• 1- 3 years of experience in federal acquisition or procurement.
• Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other relevant acquisition policies.
• Experience with Agile methodologies in a procurement or acquisition context.
• Familiarity with Simplified Acquisition Programs (SAP) , IDIQ contracts , and purchase orders .
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and acquisition-related software.

• Experience procuring specialized items, such as art collections or event-related goods and services.
• Familiarity with Gala or event procurement processes.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., FAC-C, DAWIA, or equivalent) are a plus but not required.