Subject Matter Expert - Senior Cost Accounting & Compliance SME

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 primarily remote with occasional onsite travel to Washington, DC, approximately 1-2 times per month. Clearance: Must have an active Secret Security Clearance. Job Description: Blake Willson Group is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Accounting & Compliance SME to lead financial cost adjudication and compliance analysis supporting a federal government program. The ideal candidate will have extensive accounting experience within a defense contractor or defense manufacturing environment, strong federal financial management expertise, and a CPA certification. This role requires expertise in GAAP and ASC 330, ASC 360, ASC 340-40, and ASC 606, along with the ability to deliver clear, defensible financial recommendations to government stakeholders, including the KO, Program Manager, DCMA, and legal counsel. In this position, you will also: Lead monthly and quarterly cost adjudication and financial compliance reviews. Evaluate cost flows, overhead pools, WBS-aligned costs, and accounting treatments for accuracy and compliance. Apply GAAP and applicable ASC standards to complex financial and cost decisions. Conduct forensic accounting analyses and identify potential misallocations or anomalies. Develop repeatable adjudication processes that improve consistency, transparency, and auditability. Prepare clear findings and recommendations for government stakeholders and program leadership. Support federal financial management, audit readiness, and financial oversight activities. Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting, cost adjudication, and financial compliance. Required Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. 10+ years of experience in accounting or financial management, including extensive experience with a defense contractor or defense manufacturer. 7+ years of experience with GAAP, ASC 330/360/340-40/606, forensic accounting, and complex cost analysis. Must hold an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or certification. Desired Skills: Experience supporting federal financial management and communicating complex financial findings to senior leadership and government stakeholders. Defense program finance experience, including financial analysis and reporting. CAS/FAR familiarity, including federal cost and accounting requirements. EVMS familiarity, including WBS and cost performance analysis. Power BI experience, including financial reporting and data visualization. At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $180,000 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. View the official poster here: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal 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.