Senior Manager - Program Manager

Blake Willson Group•Arlington, VA

20h•Remote

About The Position

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 is 100% remote. Clearance: Must have an active Secret Security Clearance. Job Description: In this position as a Program Manager, you will lead a team responsible for preparing and publishing the Client’s quarterly and annual financial statements. You will oversee program execution to ensure financial performance, high-quality delivery, personnel development, and contract growth. In this position, you will also: Maintain ultimate responsibility for technical quality, issue resolution, and overall customer satisfaction across all assignments. Serve as the overall manager for a contract or program and lead complex, multi-disciplinary technical projects. Manage the administrative, contractual, and financial aspects of assigned projects and programs. Ensure all products and deliverables meet client requirements, quality standards, and established deadlines. Provide executive-level leadership to clients and consulting teams, including organizational diagnostics, process improvement, applied leadership, and multi-party problem solving. Act as the primary interface with client leadership on strategic business processes, accounting, and financial management matters. Oversee multiple parallel engagements while maintaining delivery excellence and budget adherence. Serve as a liaison between BWG staff and client stakeholders. Coordinate and direct staff with diverse technical skills and backgrounds to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget. Manage subcontractor relationships and performance. Support growth initiatives by strengthening client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional support, and contributing to capture efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
10+ years of federal financial management experience.
5+ years of Department of Defense (DoD) financial statement preparation and audit experience.
3+ years of experience managing teams of at least 10 personnel, including responsibility for project financials.
Must have an active Secret Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide strategic insights.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including experience working with Senior Executives within the Federal Government.
Proven leadership experience in financial management, with demonstrated success in financial reporting, analysis, and program oversight.
Audit experience supporting financial statement audits, including coordination with auditors, preparation of supporting documentation, and resolution of audit findings.
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) Certification desired.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

Maintain ultimate responsibility for technical quality, issue resolution, and overall customer satisfaction across all assignments.
Serve as the overall manager for a contract or program and lead complex, multi-disciplinary technical projects.
Manage the administrative, contractual, and financial aspects of assigned projects and programs.
Ensure all products and deliverables meet client requirements, quality standards, and established deadlines.
Provide executive-level leadership to clients and consulting teams, including organizational diagnostics, process improvement, applied leadership, and multi-party problem solving.
Act as the primary interface with client leadership on strategic business processes, accounting, and financial management matters.
Oversee multiple parallel engagements while maintaining delivery excellence and budget adherence.
Serve as a liaison between BWG staff and client stakeholders.
Coordinate and direct staff with diverse technical skills and backgrounds to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget.
Manage subcontractor relationships and performance.
Support growth initiatives by strengthening client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional support, and contributing to capture efforts.