Brittney M. Winston

***** ******* ******

Silver Spring, MD 20901

202-***-**** (c)

ad1a46@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION:

Morgan State University, Baltimore, MD

oMass Communications – Bachelor of Science, May 2011

FFMS Training Certificate – DHS

Prism Training Certificate –DHS

Certified Herbalist

CLEARANCE LEVEL: Public Trust

EMPLOYMENT

Senior Contract Closeout Specialist, Lead

Martek Global February 2019 - Present

Department of Interior, Herndon, VA

Lead agency in activities related to the closeout of contracts

Follow Government regulatory procedures related to the closeout of contracts

Apply regulatory procedures to include (but not limited to) Quick closeout procedures, funds reconciliation, and preparation of compliant closeout documentation (such as completion of standard Government forms, and closeout statements)

Work closely with Government and Company personnel to prepare and finalize contract closeout actions.

Established obligated, expenditure, and de-obligation amounts to reconcile financials

Performed closeout procedures for FFP, TM, LM

Sent certification of work documents to COTR/Program Managers for verification that all deliverables had been received.

Conducted closeouts with contract types with multiple subcontractors and task orders in compliance with regulations and policies and procedures

Work independently with minimal oversight

Apply knowledge of closeout processes and procedures related to different contract and agreement types to include FFP, Cost Reimbursement, Time and Materials, and ID/IQ Agreements.

Knowledge of U.S. Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Acquisition Regulations related to processes and procedures for closing out contract files.

Knowledge and application of contractual language to ensure timely and compliant closeout of contracts.

Apply excellent analytical, communication skills to multiple functions, internal and external to the company

Closed Cross- Servicing contracts over $20 million dollars

Independently closed over $125 million dollars in contracts

Independently uploaded to e-filing system in FBMS Workspace.

Contract Closeout Specialist

B3 Solutions September 2017 – February 2019

Science & Technology Directorate (Acquisition Support Accelerator Program), DHS

Performed standard closeout procedures in accordance with FAR 4.804-1

Created Archiving SOP for OPO.

Reconciliation spreadsheet of financials

Created, manage, & operate archiving system for OPO.

In a team effort, deobligated over $23 Million since October 1st 2016 for Science & Technology.

Established an excellent rapport with the Federal Contracting Officers in efforts to close existing awards.

Organize and package closed contracts with correct destruction dates for NARA shipment.

Obtained concurrences for closeout from the COR and vendor.

Assured that unobligated funds were tracked and funds paid or de-obligated in an appropriate and timely manner

Work from a total of four working spreadsheets to obtain a current status report.

Operate existing systems for all closeout task; PRISM, FFMS, EPIC, SAMS, FPDS-NG

Exercised independent judgment with established procedures

Maintain necessary records to ensure monthly reports are submitted and are accurate

Participate in weekly closeout team meetings to establish steady communication for an end goal before fiscal year

Mentored and motivated junior team members.

Encouraged, inspired and participated in teamwork in a positive and productive manner.

Identify project issues and develop resolutions to meet goals and objectives of customer/client

Established obligated, expenditure, and de-obligation amounts to reconcile financials

Performed closeout procedures for FFP, TM, LM

Sent certification of work documents to COTR/Program Managers for verification that all deliverables had been received.

Conducted closeouts with contract types with multiple subcontractors and task orders in compliance with regulations and policies and procedures

Contract Closeout Specialist

Government Contract Solutions, LLC January 2014 – September 2017

U.S. Coast Guard, DHS

Performed standard closeout procedures in accordance with FAR 4.804-5

Prepared contract closeouts documents

Interpreted and analyzed contract documentation and invoice data to ensure closeout documentation and packages were submitted to the Government in compliance with U.S. Coast Guard, DHS Directives and contractual terms and conditions.

Audited files to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Obtained concurrences for closeout from the COR and vendor.

Prepared letters, memoranda and miscellaneous forms in support of contract closeout activities.

Coordinated with Closeout Team Lead and Program Office to achieve cross-functional team efficiency to complete the overall contract closeout.

Interacted daily with internal/external customers, peers, other functional departments and all levels of management.

Encouraged, inspired and participated in teamwork in a positive and productive manner.

Mentored and motivated junior team members.

Maintained cognizance of department goals and track personal closeout statistics to achieve stated goals.

Prepared weekly Closeout status report

Performed closeout procedures for FFP, TM, LM

Prepared contract modifications to de-obligate funds

Used reconciliation spreadsheet to complete closeouts

Established obligated, expenditure, and de-obligation amounts to reconcile financials

Contract Closeout Specialist, Kelly Services September 2011 – January 2014

Department of Agriculture, Beltsville, MD

Performed standard closeout procedures in accordance with FAR 4.804-5

Knowledge of Software Applications: MS Office, Adobe, PRISM, FPDS

Performed closeout procedures for FFP, TM, LM

Prepared contract modifications to de-obligate funds and other contract actions

Prepared Release of Claims to ensure all files are systematically closed out in a timely manner.

Resolved and address complex issues related to closeout activities

Maintained necessary records to ensure monthly, quarterly and yearly reports are submitted and are accurate

Applied all Federal requirements, and firm’s policies and procedures to achieve file maintenance and closeout activities

Prepared contract closeouts documents

Sent certification of work documents to COR/Program Managers for verification that all deliverables had been received.

Verified contractor delivery and/or completion of all labor and services, hardware and software.

Participated in project meetings to collect and disseminate information pertaining to projects

Identified and tracked closeout activities related to Federal contracts, subcontracts, consultant agreements, and purchase orders.

Conducted closeouts with contract types with multiple subcontractors and task orders in compliance with regulations and policies and procedures

Reviewed closeout documents prepared by analysts before submission to the Government

Provided a consistent method of reconciling and de-obligating of various types of contracts (interagency agreements, task orders and delivery orders)

Collaborated with various functional teams and the Government to coordinate activities and ensure deadlines were met

Performed research and data gathering in order to determine if a contract was ready for closeout.

SKILLS

PRISM, FFMS, SAP, EPIC, CIMS, EPIC, SAM, Microsoft Suite; Internet

Knowledge in the Federal Procumbent Data System (FPDS-NG)

Reconciliation spreadsheets using equations via excel

Strong interpersonal skills; detail oriented; team player

Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments under high pressure in a fast-paced environment

Hard-working, ambitious, and energetic with an enthusiasm to learn new skills

Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others

Ability to lead team and correspond with superiors as attended

References Available Upon Request

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