Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Blake Willson Group unites financial management experts and technologists to support critical welfare, defense, and national security missions. The Senior Associate - Cost Analyst will ensure the accuracy, traceability, and integrity of program cost data by performing cost mapping, overhead allocation analysis, reconciliation, and trend evaluation. The role supports financial reviews, audits, cost adjudication, and transparent financial reporting to program and government stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- 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
Skills
- Must have an active Secret Security Clearance
- This position is 100% remote
- 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
- 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
Benefits
- This position is 100% remote.
- 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
- Recognition and rewards for performance and the value you bring to the business
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