Associate - Staff 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 a Staff Accountant, you will support the accounting team in executing general ledger and financial reporting tasks within a federal environment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a foundational understanding of federal accounting principles. In this position, you will also:

• Assist in identifying and documenting financial abnormalities and compiling audit-ready support.
• Perform reconciliations across various financial systems and monitor monthly trading partner differences.
• Help prepare adjusting journal entries and compile variance analysis with supporting explanations.
• Support the review and update of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and monthly reconciliation activities for Treasury account symbols.
• Contribute to efforts to enhance accounts receivable loss allowance methodologies.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 2 years of federal accounting experience.
• 1 year of experience with federal financial reporting, general ledger systems, and financial reconciliation.

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 $50,000 to $80,000 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.

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