Job Description

A Contract Manager who will manage a variety of U.S. Federal contracts in accordance with company policies and procedures, applicable laws, and customer requirements. You will provide on-site advice to Accenture's business units and project teams on contract management and policy compliance matters.Responds to complex inquiries regarding contract obligations and revisions.Identifies risks and issues, suggests alternatives that lead to the best solution.Reviews and manages contractual obligations of the parties and provides continual review to ensure that all terms and conditions are met.Prepares and disseminates information regarding contract status, compliance, modifications, etc.Responsible for consultation and escalation to the Managing Director – Contract Management and AFS General Counsel of contractual or business risks/issues that are not solved satisfactorily by the project team in a timely manner.Responsible for documentation and implementation of CM processesManages daily workload of assigned Contract Management personnel and project or business personnel assisting with the contract management function.Acts as the primary contact between the project team and/or business unit and Legal Services, ensuring that all legal and contractual matters are addressed efficiently and promptly.Acts as liaison between AFS and clients/vendorsResponsible for informing the project team of the requirements of the contract and monitoring compliance.Develops and integrates contract management tools, templates, methods and processes for the engagement.Achieves a reasonable level of understanding of Accenture's major business areas (System Integration and/or Outsourcing) in order to communicate effectively with project Senior Executives and provide relevant advice.May provide training to Contract Management and project personnel.

Job Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required
• 7 years of Contract Management experience
• 4 years of experience in a government contracting environmentOther required skills:
• Experience managing a fast-paced work load
• Strong communications (verbal and written) skillsBonus points if you have:
• College degree
• Membership in the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) or International Association for Contract and Commercial Management (IACCM)

Job Responsibilities

• A Contract Manager who will manage a variety of U.S. Federal contracts in accordance with company policies and procedures, applicable laws, and customer requirements. You will provide on-site advice to Accenture's business units and project teams on contract management and policy compliance matters.
• Responds to complex inquiries regarding contract obligations and revisions.
• Identifies risks and issues, suggests alternatives that lead to the best solution.
• Reviews and manages contractual obligations of the parties and provides continual review to ensure that all terms and conditions are met.
• Prepares and disseminates information regarding contract status, compliance, modifications, etc.
• Responsible for consultation and escalation to the Managing Director – Contract Management and AFS General Counsel of contractual or business risks/issues that are not solved satisfactorily by the project team in a timely manner.
• Responsible for documentation and implementation of CM processes
• Manages daily workload of assigned Contract Management personnel and project or business personnel assisting with the contract management function.
• Acts as the primary contact between the project team and/or business unit and Legal Services, ensuring that all legal and contractual matters are addressed efficiently and promptly.
• Acts as liaison between AFS and clients/vendors
• Responsible for informing the project team of the requirements of the contract and monitoring compliance.
• Develops and integrates contract management tools, templates, methods and processes for the engagement.
• Achieves a reasonable level of understanding of Accenture's major business areas (System Integration and/or Outsourcing) in order to communicate effectively with project Senior Executives and provide relevant advice.
• May provide training to Contract Management and project personnel.