Senior Associate - Cost Analyst

Harnessing Technology to Improve Financial Stewardship for the Welfare, Defense, and Security of Our Nation Blake Willson Group (BWG) unites deep domain experts with technologists who leverage industry-leading financial management solutions to address the most critical mission objectives. Headquartered in the National Capital Region, the firm delivers measurable outcomes through technology-forward strategies and advanced solutions that drive mission success. Blake Willson Group has a distinguished track record of exceptional performance, achieving operational efficiencies that allow our clients to do more with less. BWG has earned the confidence of its clients by consistently exceeding expectations through its unwavering commitment to best value solutions, implemented with speed. Job Location: This position is 100% remote. Clearance: Must have an active Secret Security Clearance. Job Description: Blake Willson Group is seeking a Cost Analyst to ensure the accuracy, traceability, and integrity of program cost data. This role performs cost mapping, overhead allocation analysis, reconciliation, and trend evaluation to support financial adjudication and transparency. The analyst will ensure costs are properly coded, allocated, and reconciled from the general ledger through job-cost systems and into the required WBS structure, providing reliable financial insights to support government oversight and fiscal responsibility. In this position, you will also: Map and reconcile costs from general ledger and job-cost systems to contract-required WBS structures. Analyze cost flows, overhead pools, allocations, and variances to identify anomalies and potential misallocations. Support recurring cost adjudication, financial reviews, audits, and reconciliation activities. Evaluate cost trends and develop clear financial insights for program leadership and government stakeholders. Prepare and communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including Contracting Officers, Program Managers, DCMA, and legal teams. Maintain accurate documentation and ensure cost data is traceable, consistent, and supported by appropriate financial records. Required Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field. 4+ years of experience in cost analysis, financial analysis, accounting, or related analytical functions, with demonstrated WBS and cost-mapping experience. 2+ years of experience performing cost reconciliation, overhead allocation analysis, and financial variance analysis. 2+ years of experience using Excel and Power BI to analyze financial data and communicate complex findings clearly. Desired Skills: Experience supporting defense programs or government financial management initiatives. Familiarity with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements. Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). Experience working with cost-accounting, job-cost, or financial management systems. Knowledge of GAAP standards and cost accounting principles, including ASC 330 and ASC 360. At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $120,000 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 intended to be 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 business needs require. Where feasible, reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals to perform essential job functions. Blake Willson Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and 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 and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Blake Willson Group prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Blake Willson Group complies with federal equal employment opportunity requirements. The “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal” poster is available to applicants and employees. 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