Cost Accountant

Job Title

GS-14 Cost Accountant

Job Description

The Office of the Senior Procurement Executive (OSPE) is responsible for the management and direction of DOL's acquisition systems and mission; providing effective, ethical, and prudent business advice; and robust acquisition policies and services. Furthermore, the OSPE promotes effective business practices that ensure the timely delivery of best value products and services to DOL; achieves DOL's policy objectives; and furthers integrity, competition, and transparency in DOL's acquisition system. This position is located in the Cost and Price Determination Division (CPDD). CPDD is responsible for the development and maintenance of a uniform approach to the determination of indirect costs and cost allocation plans, and the issuance of indirect cost rate agreements for DOL contracts and grants.

Duties of the GS-14 Cost Accountant Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Develop appropriate cost methodologies to recognize, determine, accumulate, and report costs of activities for management.
• Conduct pre-award cost reviews of direct and indirect costs proposed by prospective contactors.
• Prepare written reports and to be used in contract negotiations and discuss/negotiate directly with prospective contractors.
• Research/resolve audit findings on cost allocation plans and indirect cost rates.
• Interpret laws/regulations and develop clear guidelines for program users.
• Maintain relationships with other entities to discuss cost components and the implementation of cost policies, guidelines, and procedures related to indirect costs.