Westat is an employee-owned corporation providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Westat's research, technical, and administrative staff of more than 2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC.
Westat is committed to building a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equity for all. We believe that our greatest strength draws on the different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences of our employees.
Westat is seeking a Manager of Deltek Costpoint that will lead a team of IT professionals that support a Deltek Costpoint, Cognos, OnBase, TM1 and related system infrastructure. The Manager of Deltek Costpoint will serve as a thought leader in their space and inspire a team that provides critical support to our organization and clients.
This role will interface with senior management across the firm to develop and implement strategies that have a direct impact on process efficiency, compliance, and competitive capabilities for the company.
A hybrid work arrangement is preferred, with the ability to be on-site in Rockville, Maryland 1-2 days per week.
Job Responsibilities:
• Work with corporate Finance teams in understanding needs and developing solutions.
• Work with team members to maintain and upgrade the Costpoint and related platforms.
• Coordinate and communicate closely with IT and business leaders across the organization on technology implementation and execution.
• Work with Costpoint and the underlying database, developing and revising procedures, queries, and reports.
• Lead efforts to develop new capabilities and applications and modernizing existing features.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures.
• Stay current with trends in information technology and advise on innovative technologies and solutions.
Business and Staff Management:
• Adeptly manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Provide technical guidance, counsel, and direction for all individuals on the team, as needed, to resolve technical issues.
• Manage vendor relationships, develop strategic partnerships and negotiating terms in the best interest of the organization.
• Provide coaching, leadership, and professional development for staff as well as annual performance reviews.
• Foster teamwork and collaboration across the Finance and IT groups.
Basic Qualifications:
• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, accounting, finance, or related field with a minimum of 10 years of progressive IT experience including project leadership experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience with Government contracting, nonprofit, or other highly regulated industry.
• Experience architecting and leading ERP implementations.
• Demonstrated technical experience with Deltek’s Costpoint and time collection system.
• Oracle PL/SQL development and SQL reporting experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• .NET development experience
• Experience with server and/or database administration.
• Experience with IBM TM1 Analytics
• Experience with OnBase document management and workflow platform
• Excellent communications and technical writing skills.
• Exercise good judgment and possess strong supervisory, problem solving and documentation skills.
• Creative in problem-solving, taking initiative, effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and work well in a team environment.
Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Vacation Leave (20 days per year)
- Sick Leave (10 days per year)
- Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays per year)
- Professional Development
- Health Advocate
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel Accident Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.
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