Nathan Kotecki, MPM

Experience

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  Northwestern Mutual

  Feb 2010 - Aug 2011

  Financial Representative

  Nathan relies not only on his own knowledge and experience, but also on the expertise of a team of specialists available through the Network. Together, they can provide innovative solutions and professional direction to help clients accomplish their objectives. Please let Nathan know how he might be able to help you realize your vision for the future.

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  Carnegie Mellon University

  Apr 2012 - Jan 2017

  Responsible for a broad range of research grant and contract management functions supporting multiple faculty members and/or laboratories that have multiple moderately complex grants with different end datesInterprets regulations and guidelines for program submission and fundingConsults with faculty on various options/scenarios that can be used in proposal planning and executionDevelops forecasts and budgets and oversees post-award management through renewal or close-outInterfaces with other university colleges and departments as well as federal and non-federal sponsorsProvides information to faculty members and department administration, on long-term financial management of sponsored programs. Show less Review proposals and grants for general compliance with pertinent University and generally accepted accounting policies and practices. Interpret and identify deviations from standard policy or practice. Monitor administrative requirements of active sponsored awards to assure compliance with award terms and conditions. Responsible for submitting electronic proposals to several different federal agencies. Review proposals for accuracy and compliance while meeting strict deadlines. Interact with faculty and departmental administrative personnel to assure competent administration of research programs and resolve any resultant problems. Show less

  • Assistant Director of Research Administration

    Oct 2016 - Jan 2017

  • Sponsored Research Administrator

    Jul 2014 - Sept 2016

  • Sponsored Research Administrator

    Nov 2013 - Jul 2014

  • Assistant Accountant

    Nov 2012 - Nov 2013

  • Contract Analyst - Office of Sponsored Programs

    Apr 2012 - Oct 2012
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  RAND

  Jan 2017 - Jun 2018

  Contracts Administrator, III

  Under minimal supervision, CA's will conduct proposal preparation, including pricing and submission of pertinent forms, client negotiations, and all aspects of post-award administration of awarded agreements. This position will serve as a subject matter expert and function as a business partner with operating units to provide grants leadership and strategic consultation.In-depth knowledge of regulations and procedures applicable to government and commercial grant administration particularly with the NIH, NSF, and NIJ.• Ability to provide cradle-to-grave grants administration • Independently review and negotiate non-disclosure agreements • Ensure that grant documents and other actions are consistent with RAND policy and other applicable regulations • Identify potential risks and resolve or mitigate them to protect RAND’s interests • Provides grant management oversight to ensure that business agreements are made in accordance with RAND objectives and regulations • Functions as the business interface with RAND’s external and internal clients • Makes recommendations for improving policies and procedures • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to set priorities to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects • Ability to work with limited supervision • Ability to work with a diverse customer base • Knowledge of federal, state and local government requirements • Ability to research, interpret, communicate requirements • Ability to proactively maintain file documentation • Strong analytical and problem solving skills • Serves as subject matter expert for interpreting regulations and grant requirements • Original and independent thinking to assist with developing and implementing business strategies to reduce risk • Service as a resource for interpreting terms and conditions • Evaluate non-standard complex grant terms Show less

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  Payscale

  Jun 2018 - now

  Reporting to the Vice President, the Senior Manager of Customer Onboarding is a key member of the Customer Onboarding & Education team and is responsible for ensuring the successful execution of the Payscale customer onboarding strategy and accelerating customer adoption of Payscale’s products and solutions. The Senior Manager works with their team, the customer success team, the customer education team, and the customer implementation team to put together effective project plans, including goals, timelines, and resource coordination to ensure quick ROI for Payscale customers. This is a high-visibility role within an exciting area of the business with a chance to quickly make a difference.• Build a best-in-class onboarding function at Payscale, including determining milestones, tasks, and deliverables for customers across multiple product lines with multiple KPIs.• Oversee the team responsible for customer onboarding and adoption of Payscale customers (including new business, renewals, upsells, and add-on products). • Assist in the strategy and management of the comprehensive onboarding program and adoption program for all customers. This includes developing and executing plans to ensure all Payscale customers have a detailed project plan (regardless of customer segment or product) and meet success criteria identified on the product-level prior to handing off to customer success and customer support teams.• Build and refine implementation strategies to ensure customers in all customer segments are onboarded within the defined SLAs. Coordinate communication with other areas of the business to ensure a streamlined approach for each customer. This includes coordination of post-sales resources provided by customer education and enablement, customer support, and customer success teams. Show less Manages a team of Implementation Specialists who support new and existing clients in the set up and use of purchased software. * Assigns clients and conducts check-ins to ensure client expectations are being met. * Administers policies governing the set-up of accounts, the management of client data, the configuration of features, and the training process. * Maintains system or implementation process documentation. * Suggests feature or functionality changes or enhancements to product management based on client feedback. * Escalates concerns or issues to the account management team. * Provides pre-sales or proof-of-concept assistance to the sales team or prospective clients during the sales cycle. * May directly implement large, complex, or high-risk accounts. Experience: Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles. Performs complex tasks typically following established processes. Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions. Primarily focused on administering established policies and procedures but may have some impact on departmental budgeting, strategic planning, and procedural change. Show less * Partner with and assist our clients with data configuration and product user interface within the Payfactors application* Provide ongoing support (e.g., customer inquiries, data refreshes, product training, etc.) to our clients* Collaborate with Product Management function with ongoing project work* Develop standard processes and procedures to scale ongoing recurring initiatives* Diagnose and solve technical issues related to software application* Ensure client satisfaction and product/service adoption Show less

  • Senior Manager, Customer Onboarding

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Manager, Implementation

    Sept 2021 - Sept 2023

  • Implementation Manager II - Client Services

    Jun 2018 - Oct 2021
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  RAND

  Sept 2019 - Oct 2022

  Adjunct - Contracts and Grants

  Under minimal supervision, CA's will conduct proposal preparation, including pricing and submission of pertinent forms, client negotiations, and all aspects of post-award administration of awarded agreements. This position will serve as a subject matter expert and function as a business partner with operating units to provide grants leadership and strategic consultation.