ELISHA FAYE
Kathleen,GA
Summary
Forward-thinking contract professional in managing the entire contract lifecycle, including coordinating proposal efforts, contract performance, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, handling contract amendments and extensions, and effectively tracking contract timelines and deliverables with government and commercial clients. Excellent critical thinking and strategic planning skills to effectively improve efficiency. Dedicated to delivering outstanding performance with a solid background working in highly dynamic and complex business environments. Strong understanding of the FAR. Reliable and committed to working collaboratively with coworkers, clients, and vendors providing effective communication.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Contract Administrator
Ignitec
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborates with legal department for swift resolution of contractual disputes, minimizing legal and financial risks to the firm.
- Conducts thorough risk assessments for potential contracts, ensuring company interests were always protected during negotiations.
- Maintains clear lines of communication between internal stakeholders and external clients throughout the contract lifecycle, fostering strong relationships.
- Provides guidance on contractual obligations and compliance matters to engagement team, facilitating informed decision-making processes.
- Reviews existing Department of State contract portfolio regularly to identify opportunities for renegotiation or process improvements, enhanced service delivery.
- Ensures adherence to firm policies and procedures in all aspects of contract administration activities.
- Facilitates regular contract review meetings with internal teams to proactively address potential issues.
- Addresses contract disputes and provided advice and guidance to resolve issues.
- Stores and filed contract documents in firm’s systems.
- Tracks contract milestones and updated the team to facilitate project progress.
- Maintains effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
Contract/Finance Manager
IronArch Technology, LLC
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Working knowledge of contract/subcontract concepts and FAR, DFAR, and GSAR
- Perform cradle to grave contract functions
- Managed contract negotiation and management best practices
- Monitor performance, funding, and payments of contracts
- Maintain an accurate and updated SharePoint site containing all contacts, modifications, internal forms, and correspondence
- Assist upper management in reviewing processes, procedures, and workflows
- Review and process invoices for payment
- Review contract terms, identifying contractual requirements
- Issue DD250 and DD1149s, requesting contract modifications, tracking and requesting shipment of deliverables
- Review contractual documents to ensure customer specifications and requirements
- Adhere to company polices and all laws and regulations
- Review performance requirements, delivery schedules, and contractual obligations
- Management of each type of contract including FFP, CPFF, and T&M.
Contract Administrator II
Tyonek Manufacturing Group, Inc
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintain and administer contracts and modifications for around 200 active programs
- Perform cradle to grave contract functions for various government agencies
- Review contract terms, identifying contractual requirements
- Issue DD250 and DD1149s, requesting contract modifications, tracking and requesting shipment of deliverables
- Review contractual documents to ensure customer specifications and requirements
- Adhere to company polices and all laws and regulations
- Review performance requirements, delivery schedules, and contractual obligations
- Management of each type of contract including FFP, CPFF, and T&M
- Monitor performance, funding, and payments of contracts
- Maintain an accurate and updated SharePoint site containing all contacts, modifications, internal forms, and correspondence
- Assist program management to ensure deliverables are met, CDRLs are reviewed and submitted timely
- Set up project, sales orders, and inventory abbreviations in CostPoint
- Monitor contract finance included progress and performance billings, etc
- Interpret and apply FAR/DFAR clauses to contract, subcontracts, and associated documents
- Assist management in reviewing processes, procedures, and workflows
- Review and process invoices for payment.
Director of Accounting/Contracts
Guardian Centers
12.2018 - 01.2021
- Draft, prepare, and negotiate contractual terms and conditions
- Manage all fully executed agreements, prime contracts, subcontracts, and modifications
- Responsible for contract administration
- Prepare and track NDA, intellectual property schedules, and independent contractor agreements
- Develop reports to brief CEO on budget and cash flow forecast
- Manage month end close
- Coordinates with executive management team to streamline processes
- Analyze financial data
- Responsible for the cash flow model
- Briefing the CEO and Board of Directors of financial position
- Review and analyze contracts to ensure proper pricing and margin analysis
- Manage the payroll process
- Manage accounts payable and receivable
- Create invoices in accordance with the contract.
Senior Accountant
Flatter, Inc
09.2016 - 12.2018
- Reviewed contracts from a financial perspective mitigating risk exposure while maximizing profitability opportunities.
- Prepared Monthly Fiscal Trackers
- Managed the accounting and human resources department
- Prepared invoices and tracked receivables in Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF)
- Invoiced the government in accordance with the contract
- Prepared journal entries and reconciled general ledger accounts
- Managed financial transactions with CONUS, OCONUS, and PMO vendors
- Month and Year End Closing Process
- Advised CEO and Program Managers on financial status
- Tracked budgets to monitor and ensure efficient use of funds
- Invoiced per FAR and DFAR guidelines.
Financial Controller
Brady Risk Management
07.2013 - 05.2016
- Prepared financial statements and financial reports
- Managed day to day accounting activities and staff
- Analyzed cash flow and prepared budgets
- Processed payroll through ADP and managed in house 401K plan
- Maintained the books and records of other affiliated companies
- Received, recorded, and banked cash, checks, and vouchers
- Maintained confidential information
- Prepared monthly and annual expense forecasts.
- Reduced operating costs through meticulous budget management and cost analysis.
- Enhanced cash flow management with timely accounts receivable monitoring and collections efforts.
Education
Master of Arts - Procurement and Acquisitions Management
Webster University
St. Louis, MO01.2025
Master's Certificate - Government Contracts Accounting
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Management/Accounting
Park University
Parkville, MO01.2007
Skills
Excellent Organizational Skills
Strong Communication Skills
Team leader and motivator
Strategic decision making
Process development/improvement
Profit and loss management
Strategic Planning
Budget Forecasting
Regulatory Compliance
Procurement Management
FAR/DFARS
Oracle JD Edwards
Deltek CostPoint, Sales Order, Project and Materials Modules
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Adobe Professional
Timeline
Lead Contract Administrator
Ignitec
09.2022 - Current
Contract/Finance Manager
IronArch Technology, LLC
03.2022 - 08.2022
Contract Administrator II
Tyonek Manufacturing Group, Inc
01.2021 - 03.2022
Director of Accounting/Contracts
Guardian Centers
12.2018 - 01.2021
Senior Accountant
Flatter, Inc
09.2016 - 12.2018
Financial Controller
Brady Risk Management
07.2013 - 05.2016
Master of Arts - Procurement and Acquisitions Management
Webster University
Master's Certificate - Government Contracts Accounting
George Mason University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management/Accounting
Park University
Similar Profiles
Wanda F. BrownWanda F. Brown
Cash Operations Specialist II at Ricoh AmericasCash Operations Specialist II at Ricoh Americas
Daniela VelasquezDaniela Velasquez
Education and Training Technician at Robins Air Force BaseEducation and Training Technician at Robins Air Force Base
Jasmine IngramJasmine Ingram
Co-Owner / Operations Manager at BOSB LLCCo-Owner / Operations Manager at BOSB LLC
MILADYS SAPPMILADYS SAPP
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at The LodgeCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant at The Lodge
Adriana VillalobosAdriana Villalobos
Lead Contract Administrator at Prominence Health PlanLead Contract Administrator at Prominence Health Plan