Senior Consultant - PP&E Lead

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 Empowering Our People and Improving Our Nation. Members of the Blake Willson Group team are passionate and enthusiastic, working towards a common goal of exceptional client support.

Job Description:

 In your position as a Senior Consultant, you will work closely with contractors and government staff to meet the client's needs and fulfill the requirements as summarized in the job description. The Senior Consultant will work directly with Process Owners and submit progress reports timely to document deliverable progression. Also, the Lead Senior Consultant will assist stakeholders (external and internal) in developing Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) and execute audit walkthroughs with the External Auditors. You will also:

• Capture and disseminate A2R Process Owner Meeting Minutes
• Submit Weekly and Monthly Project Status Reports to the technical representative
• Submit Trip/Travel Reports, as required
• Assist A2R stakeholders in preparing for and executing annual audit walkthroughs
• Create and submit A2R-related audit remediation packets
• Assist Assessable Units (AU) stakeholders in developing, updating, and submitting Corrective Action Plans (CAP) to Audit PMO on a bi-monthly basis
• Coordinate client stakeholder response to Notice of Findings & Recommendations (NFR)
• Assist AU stakeholders in receiving, understanding, and responding to Prepared-By-Client (PBC) requests before given deadlines
• Execute any requested audit testing as requested by the client (e.g., beginning balance)
• Assist the client in responding to the periodic CFO fluctuation analysis
• Develop and deliver A2R focused trainings to stakeholders as requested by the client
• Develop and deliver A2R process flowcharts, narratives, and testing procedures, as needed
• Research, document, and submit accounting white papers to assist A2R stakeholders’ historical or alternatively value equipment assets
• Deliver status reports, and briefings to client leadership, as required

Required Skills:

• Must have a minimum of 8 years of experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Must have an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph clearance
• Must have experience working with acquisitions in the Property, Plant, and Equipment (PP&E) financial sector
• Must have experience in audit readiness, internal controls, and OMB A-123 requirements
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Desired Skills:

• Strong interpersonal relationship skills as you will be required to work with key stakeholders and process owners
• Good working knowledge of the Department of Defense (DoD) federal financial regulations, standards, and processes.
• Certification in Accounting or Financial Management

At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $63,280 to $169,800 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.