Associate - Financial Audit

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 is 100% on-site in Washington, DC.

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:

Blake Willson Group is seeking a Associate to apply technical expertise to support audit response, audit remediation, internal controls, and financial processes. In this role, you will be responsible for facilitating day-to-day communication, coordination, and collaboration to implement effective business solutions for federal government agencies and other large, complex organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply technical expertise to support the implementation of business solutions across financial and audit-related processes.
• Perform day-to-day facilitation, communication, and coordination to ensure effective collaboration between stakeholders.
• Support audit responses and audit remediation efforts in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Statements of Federal Financial Accounting Standards (SFFAS), and relevant OMB policies.
• Assist in evaluating and improving internal controls and financial processes to ensure compliance with State or Federal Government standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address findings and implement corrective actions.
• Provide documentation and reporting support to assist in audit preparation and audit follow-up activities.
• Interpret and apply federal accounting regulations to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience supporting audit response, audit remediation, internal controls, financial processes, and/or accounting in accordance with:
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Statements of Federal Financial Accounting Standards (SFFAS)
  • Relevant OMB policies

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with Federal audit processes and procedures is strongly desired.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $55,000 to $65,000 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.