Silver Spring Public Trust
Resume:
Brittney M. Winston
Silver Spring, MD 20901
202-***-**** (c)
***************@*****.***
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
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