Zachary Piper Solutions
is seeking a
Contract Specialist
to support a high‑visibility USAID program focused on grant terminations, financial administration, and award closeout activities. This position is
hybrid in Washington, DC
(on‑site 3 days per week) and requires the ability to work closely with Agreement Officers, legal counsel, technical teams, and grant recipients to ensure full compliance with USAID and U.S. Government regulations. This role is ideal for a contracts or grants professional with strong federal grants experience—particularly in
closeout, terminations, financial review, and compliance —who thrives in a detail‑driven, mission‑focused environment.
Public Trust Clearance Required
FAC‑C (Professional) or CFCM Certification Required
Primary Responsibilities
Provide expert grant administration support with a focus on grant terminations and closeout actions in accordance with USAID and Federal regulations
Perform financial administration tasks including expenditure review, reimbursement processing, and financial accuracy verification
Collaborate with Agreement Officers (AOs) and grant recipients to ensure all closeout actions are completed correctly and on time
Draft and disseminate closeout letters and official communications to recipients
Review and process all actions required for proper closeout of Federal awards
Enter, track, and process actions within USAID grants and financial management systems
Request and review final indirect cost rate agreements as needed
Conduct final award reviews and provide recommendations to the AO
Review financial reports submitted by recipients and recommend follow‑up actions
Ensure completeness and accuracy of grant files and maintain closeout tracking
Monitor the de‑obligation of Federal funds and ensure proper documentation
Coordinate with AOs when issues arise that may impact timely completion of work
Maintain strong attention to detail while managing multiple priorities in a hybrid environment
Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of U.S. Government grant management experience
At least 1 year of experience terminating grants and negotiating final award budgets
Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field
Strong knowledge of Federal grant regulations and USAID policies
Experience processing actions in government grants and financial management systems
Ability to quickly understand complex award mechanisms (e.g., Government‑to‑Government, Title II, Interagency Awards, Public International Organizations)
Strong analytical, financial review, documentation, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment
Public Trust clearance (or ability to obtain)
FAC‑C (Professional) or CFCM certification
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range (Depends on experience)
Full‑time position with long‑term contract potential
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, and 401(k)
Hybrid work environment (Washington, DC – on‑site 3 days/week)
Minimal travel
This job opens for applications on 2/24/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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is seeking a
Contract Specialist
to support a high‑visibility USAID program focused on grant terminations, financial administration, and award closeout activities. This position is
hybrid in Washington, DC
(on‑site 3 days per week) and requires the ability to work closely with Agreement Officers, legal counsel, technical teams, and grant recipients to ensure full compliance with USAID and U.S. Government regulations. This role is ideal for a contracts or grants professional with strong federal grants experience—particularly in
closeout, terminations, financial review, and compliance —who thrives in a detail‑driven, mission‑focused environment.
Public Trust Clearance Required
FAC‑C (Professional) or CFCM Certification Required
Primary Responsibilities
Provide expert grant administration support with a focus on grant terminations and closeout actions in accordance with USAID and Federal regulations
Perform financial administration tasks including expenditure review, reimbursement processing, and financial accuracy verification
Collaborate with Agreement Officers (AOs) and grant recipients to ensure all closeout actions are completed correctly and on time
Draft and disseminate closeout letters and official communications to recipients
Review and process all actions required for proper closeout of Federal awards
Enter, track, and process actions within USAID grants and financial management systems
Request and review final indirect cost rate agreements as needed
Conduct final award reviews and provide recommendations to the AO
Review financial reports submitted by recipients and recommend follow‑up actions
Ensure completeness and accuracy of grant files and maintain closeout tracking
Monitor the de‑obligation of Federal funds and ensure proper documentation
Coordinate with AOs when issues arise that may impact timely completion of work
Maintain strong attention to detail while managing multiple priorities in a hybrid environment
Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of U.S. Government grant management experience
At least 1 year of experience terminating grants and negotiating final award budgets
Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field
Strong knowledge of Federal grant regulations and USAID policies
Experience processing actions in government grants and financial management systems
Ability to quickly understand complex award mechanisms (e.g., Government‑to‑Government, Title II, Interagency Awards, Public International Organizations)
Strong analytical, financial review, documentation, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment
Public Trust clearance (or ability to obtain)
FAC‑C (Professional) or CFCM certification
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range (Depends on experience)
Full‑time position with long‑term contract potential
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, and 401(k)
Hybrid work environment (Washington, DC – on‑site 3 days/week)
Minimal travel
This job opens for applications on 2/24/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.
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