Quality Assurance Specialist | Excel Spreadsheet Modernization [USDA010015]

ProSidian Consulting•Washington, DC

About The Position

ProSidian Seeks a Quality Assurance Specialist | Excel Spreadsheet Modernization [USDA010015] - DPLH Est.: 2080 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt [1099] Technical Element Basis Engagement Team | Analyst 5 Labor Category - High Level Exempt [1099] Professional aligned under services related to NAICS: - DPLH Est.: 2080 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt [1099] Technical Element Basis located CONUS: Washington, DC, and Reston, Virginia Across The Mid Atlantic Region supporting responsible for overseeing farming, ranching, and forestry industries, as well as regulating aspects of food quality and safety and nutrition labeling. Seeking Quality Assurance Specialist candidates with relevant Agriculture And Food Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Agriculture And Food Sector Clients such as USDA. This as a Technical Element or Contract W-2 (IRS-1099) Position and ProSidian reserves the right to convert to a Full-Time ProSidian employed W-2 Position. JOB OVERVIEW Provide services and support as a Information Technology Center Support (Quality Assurance Specialist) in the Agriculture And Food Industry Sector focussing on IT Effectiveness Solutions for clients such as United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) | USDA Agriculture Marketing Service (AMS) Cotton & Tobacco (C&T) Program [AMS | C&T] Generally Located In CONUS: Washington, DC, and Reston, Virginia and across the Mid Atlantic Region.

Requirements

Quality assurance and testing experience.
Experience in Information Technology, Data Science, Financial Analysis, Statistics, Computer Science, or Business Management.
Strong background in financial analysis, data management, or agricultural economics relevant to the USDA AMS Cotton & Tobacco Program.
Bachelor’s in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
Bachelor’s in IT or related field.
3+ years of experience in QA and version control.
Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program).
Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills for effective team management.
Outstanding time management and prioritization abilities to meet project milestones.
Adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities
Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.
Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) | Expert in Excel: Certification that validates advanced Excel skills, including data analysis, automation, and advanced formulas.
Certified Data Analyst (CDA): Ensures proficiency in data analysis and management, relevant for handling the financial and statistical reporting required.
Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP): For understanding business needs and translating them into efficient technical solutions.
Lean Six Sigma Certification: To streamline processes, which is critical for modernizing complex, macro-heavy Excel sheets.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification: Essential for managing the modernization of Excel spreadsheets and meeting deadlines for different divisions.

Responsibilities

Conduct testing of Excel spreadsheets, resolve errors in macros/formulas, and maintain version control.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation, Group Health Insurance Health Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Contributions, Vacation and Paid Time off (PTO) Benefits, Pre-Tax Payment Programs, Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans, a ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program, Performance Incentives, etc.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes a medical, dental and vision plan.
Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with full Gold Level (Tier 1) Group Medical Benefits, Pretax Employee Benefit Plan, plus performance incentives
Group Health Insurance Health Benefits: Group Health Insurance Including Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance: Contributions are deducted from pay on a Pretax basis - Employee and family coverage is available with employer contribution of 50% of Employee (only) premiums under the Health and Vision Plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield NC (Blue Options Medical Plan Code: PB07840 / Metallic Level: Gold - - bcbsnc.com‎) and Dental Plan (Ameritas - www.ameritas.com).
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement.
Eligible employees can make before-tax contributions to the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to help you save for retirement.
Contributions are deducted from pay on a pretax basis.
A wide range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner available to assist you.
The Plan is a Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
Vacation And Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits: The flexibility of Paid Time Off (PTO) lets you set your own priorities.
Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a parent-teacher conference, a doctor’s appointment, or any number of events in your life.
Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks | Holidays - 10 Federal Government.
Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP).
These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success.
We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The ProSidian Corporate Perks Benefit Program - Helping You Do More With Less: https://ProSidian.CorporatePerks.com.
This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis.
Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes; oftentimes there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace.
A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials based on past, present, and future work.
Leverageable Experience and Thought Leadership: By collaborating with firm leadership, other members of the team, as well as Fellows and collaborating partners in what is a flat organization, you'll make valuable professional connections, interact with clients daily, gain leverageable Experience, and contribute to Thought Leadership while you build a basket of marketable experiences.
ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to $5k for all referrals (payments made after new hire has been employed for 90 days) for candidates submitted through our Employee Referral Program.
Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
Flexible Spending Account: Pending