Benjamin Sedelmeier
Manager,
Capital Edge Consulting
Benjamin Sedelmeier is a Manager with Capital Edge Consulting, Inc., based in the company’s Pittsburgh, PA office. Ben is experienced in addressing various cost accounting and regulatory compliance issues related to Federal government contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements. Ben’s expertise includes Cost Proposal Support, Financial Modeling, Contract Administration, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal awards to non-Federal entities (Uniform Guidance).
Professional Experience: Ben is well experienced working with both government contractors and Federal award recipients of varying size and industry focus. Ben has also supported clients with the development of indirect rate structures and forensic investigative analyses. He has assisted clients with Business Systems Compliance, Policy and Procedure Development, Indirect Cost Rate Proposal Development, Indirect Rate Structure Assessment, Subrecipient Monitoring Support, Audit Support, and Risk Assessment, Audit Findings Remediation, Procurement System Compliance, Internal Controls Assessment, and other regulatory compliance matters.
Ben is also a lecturer on Federal grants and contracts compliance for the industry-recognized training organization Thompson Information Services.
Specific areas of government contract and Federal Award consulting expertise include:
- Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
- Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
- Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
- CAS Disclosure Statements
- Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS)
- Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audit support and audit defense
- Cost Estimating and Forward Pricing
- Indirect Cost Structures
- Subrecipient Monitoring
- Internal Controls and Business System Compliance
- Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal awards to non-Federal entities (Uniform Guidance)
Education: Ben graduated from the California University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business with a concentration in Marketing.
Connect with Benjamin:
Phone: 1+ 855-CAPEDGE (855-227-3343) x130
Email: bsedelmeier@capitaledgeconsulting.com
My Sessions
Session 5: Deep Dive into Subpart D: Post-Award Changes Demystified (Continued) >>
Understand the modifications in Subpart C and Appendix I. This session will focus on the practical implementation of these changes and how they affect compliance procedures.
Session 6: Evolution of Subpart E: De Minimis Rate Transition and Appendices Updates >>
Examine the transition to the de minimis rate and updates to appendices in Subpart E. Learn how these changes can optimize your organization’s cost principles and accounting practices.
Session 7: Unpacking Subpart F Adjustments: Single Audit Threshold Shifts for Grant Recipients >>
Explore the shifts in single audit thresholds within Subpart F. This session will guide you through the new audit requirements, ensuring your organization is prepared for compliance audits.
Session 8: Close & Final Questions
Session 1: Unveiling the 2024 Uniform Guidance: Issuance, Effective Dates, and Agency Plans >>
Gain insights into the issuance and implementation timelines of the 2024 uniform guidance. Learn about agency plans and how they will impact your organization’s compliance strategies.
Session 2: Decoding Subpart A: Definition Alterations and Significance of Terminology Shifts >>
Explore the changes in definitions and terminology within Subpart A, understanding their implications and importance in maintaining compliance with the new guidelines.
Session 3: Exploring Subpart B (Unveiling the New Whistleblower Provision) & Analyzing Subpart C & Appendix (Modifications) >>
Discover the new whistleblower provisions added in Subpart B, and understand the modifications in Subpart C and Appendix I. This session will cover how these provisions affect reporting and protection policies within your organization and on the practical implementation of these changes and how they affect compliance procedures.
Session 4: Deep Dive into Subpart D: Post-Award Changes Demystified >>
Analyze the adjustments to post-award requirements in Subpart D. This session will provide clarity on managing post-award changes to ensure adherence to the updated guidance.