Audit Manager

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 will be 100% onsite in Washington, DC.

Clearance:

Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and have the ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Job Description:

In this position as a Manager - Audit Liaison, you will be responsible for overseeing all contractor work performed and serving as the primary point of contact for the Contracting Officer (KO) and the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). You will coordinate Prepared/Provided by Client (PBC) requests, manage Notice of Findings and Recommendations (NFRs), track issues, and support financial reporting deliverables. In this position, you will also:

• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of audit-related activities.
• Maintain consistent communication and coordination with the KO, COR, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee contractor performance, ensuring all deliverables meet contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Track and resolve audit issues in accordance with federal guidelines and timelines.
• Provide clear, organized reporting to leadership and external auditors.

Required Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 9 years of experience in business consulting, process improvement, strategy, financial management, or a related field.
• 4 years of experience managing audit response or audit readiness efforts.
• Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Desired Skills:

• Experience managing large, complex engagements in support of State or Federal Government agencies or large, complex companies
• Experience with project management software to send/receive PBCs, NFRs, and related requests/responses, with the ability to identify and resolve site issues immediately
• Experience leading audit remediation efforts and developing corrective action plans to close NFRs and mitigate risks.
• Familiarity with OMB Circular A-123, GAAP, and SFFAS requirements to ensure compliance across engagements.
• Advanced proficiency in data analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau) to support audit and financial management tasks.