Senior Associate - Accountant

Harnessing Technology to Improve Financial Stewardship

Blake Willson Group (BWG) is a fast-growing firm delivering comprehensive professional services and technology solutions to Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Blake Willson Group has grown rapidly since its inception, securing consecutive years on the Inc. 5000 list, a prestigious honor designated for America’s most successful companies. We are internationally recognized for quality management practices and nationally recognized as a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) training provider.

Built on our foundational values of Service to Others, Leadership, Diversity, Dependability, Integrity, and Grit, BWG commits to harnessing technology to improve financial stewardship for the welfare, defense, and security of our nation. Members of the Blake Willson Group team are passionate and enthusiastic, working towards a common goal of exceptional client support.

Job Location: 

This role will be 100% remote.

Clearance:

Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and have the ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Job Description:

In this position as an Accountant, you will provide comprehensive financial analysis and general ledger support to a federal agency accounting team. This role requires a deep understanding of federal accounting principles and reporting standards. In this position, you will also:

• Investigate financial abnormalities, identify root causes, and recommend solutions that meet audit standards.
• Support monthly trading partner reconciliations and variance explanations.
• Monitor GTAS edits, prepare adjusting entries, and analyze monthly adjustments for systemic issues.
• Review and enhance standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve clarity and efficiency across financial functions.
• Assist in monthly reconciliation efforts and support enhancement of accounts receivable loss allowance methodologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 5 years of federal accounting experience.
• 2 years of experience with federal financial reporting, general ledger systems, and financial reconciliation.
• 1 year of experience resolving financial abnormalities, performing root cause analysis, and preparing adjusting entries using GTAS and SF-133.

Desired Skills:

• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification preferred.
• Excellent written communication skills and experience drafting audit-ready documentation.
• Proven ability to review and enhance SOPs for clarity and compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems such as FMMI and FSDW.
• Familiarity with federal financial systems, including REE adjustments, NIFA reconciliations, and intradepartmental protocols.
• Skilled in analyzing complex financial data, developing AR loss allowance methodologies, and managing competing priorities with strong attention to detail.

At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $100,000 in the United States. Your individual salary within this range will be determined by various factors, including but not limited to your education, experience, skills, and geographic location. We also provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes major medical benefits such as dental and vision coverage, a 401(k)-contribution plan, holiday and personal time off, professional development training & certification benefits, health & wellness subsidies, paid time off for community service, and more. We value your contributions and are committed to recognizing and rewarding your performance and the value you bring to our business.

The statements above describe the general nature and level of work anticipated for this role. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required. Blake Willson Group reserves the right to modify, assign, or add job-related responsibilities as necessary. Where feasible, reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals to perform essential job functions.

Blake Willson Group is committed to maintaining a professional, respectful, and harassment-free workplace. All employment decisions are based on business needs, qualifications, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws to ensure a workplace free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at 202-381-0603, Ext. 3.

Blake Willson Group participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to verify authorization to work in the United States.