Blake Willson Group
Senior Manager - Deputy Program Manager
Blake Willson Group, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States, 22060
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 is a hybrid role, with occasional onsite work in Fort Belvoir, VA.
Clearance:
Must have an active Secret Security Clearance.
Job Description:
In this position as a Senior Manager, Deputy Project Manager, you will serve as a deputy project leader on a multidisciplinary team responsible for sustaining and modernizing financial systems, ensuring audit readiness, managing internal controls, and supporting CIO compliance initiatives. Applying core principles from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), you will help the project leader initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close complex projects that span accounting services, budget execution, audit response, IT financial management, and system integration. In this position, you will also: Assist in managing the full lifecycle of initiatives involving the Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI), Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), JICAP, DCAS, and other financial platforms. Oversee fit-gap analyses, software change management, user training, and help desk operations. Coordinate automation efforts using tools like UIPath. Support reporting and dashboard development using Oracle Analytics Server (OAS). Assist with audit sustainment and remediation efforts, including:
Timely responses to auditor requests. Development of corrective action plans (CAPs). Implementation of internal control testing aligned with FMFIA and OMB Circular A-123.
Manage risk identification sessions and facilitate Statement of Assurance deliverables. Support entity-level control assessments. Oversee IT financial planning, spend plan reconciliation, and compliance reporting across systems such as DITIP/SNaP-IT, DITPR/SITR, DCIM, IBF-DAP, and eMASS. Ensure scope alignment, stakeholder engagement, schedule control, and quality assurance across all workstreams. Maintain project documentation, track performance metrics, and communicate progress to senior leadership, ensuring that all efforts meet mission objectives, regulatory standards, and audit expectations. Required Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. 8+ years of experience in federal project or program management. 5+ years of experience managing federal financial and compliance programs, including audit response, internal controls, and CAP development. 5+ years of experience with DoD financial systems and compliance frameworks, including GAAP, FASAB, FMFIA, OMB Circulars, and tools like DAI, DCAS, WAWF, JICAP, and eMASS. Active PMP Certification. Desired Skills:
CDFM or CPA certification desired. Skilled in stakeholder management, scope definition, schedule control, and risk mitigation. Strong communication and documentation skills, including developing SOPs, dashboards, and executive briefings. Experience with Oracle Analytics Server (OAS) and financial dashboard development. Familiarity with automation tools (e.g., UIPath), process improvement methodologies, and CIO compliance frameworks. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and facilitate interagency coordination, including work on Defense Business System certification.
At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $160,000 to $190,000 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 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 necessary. Where feasible, reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals to perform essential job functions. Blake Willson Group 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 to ensure a workplace free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. 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.
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 is a hybrid role, with occasional onsite work in Fort Belvoir, VA.
Clearance:
Must have an active Secret Security Clearance.
Job Description:
In this position as a Senior Manager, Deputy Project Manager, you will serve as a deputy project leader on a multidisciplinary team responsible for sustaining and modernizing financial systems, ensuring audit readiness, managing internal controls, and supporting CIO compliance initiatives. Applying core principles from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), you will help the project leader initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close complex projects that span accounting services, budget execution, audit response, IT financial management, and system integration. In this position, you will also: Assist in managing the full lifecycle of initiatives involving the Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI), Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), JICAP, DCAS, and other financial platforms. Oversee fit-gap analyses, software change management, user training, and help desk operations. Coordinate automation efforts using tools like UIPath. Support reporting and dashboard development using Oracle Analytics Server (OAS). Assist with audit sustainment and remediation efforts, including:
Timely responses to auditor requests. Development of corrective action plans (CAPs). Implementation of internal control testing aligned with FMFIA and OMB Circular A-123.
Manage risk identification sessions and facilitate Statement of Assurance deliverables. Support entity-level control assessments. Oversee IT financial planning, spend plan reconciliation, and compliance reporting across systems such as DITIP/SNaP-IT, DITPR/SITR, DCIM, IBF-DAP, and eMASS. Ensure scope alignment, stakeholder engagement, schedule control, and quality assurance across all workstreams. Maintain project documentation, track performance metrics, and communicate progress to senior leadership, ensuring that all efforts meet mission objectives, regulatory standards, and audit expectations. Required Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. 8+ years of experience in federal project or program management. 5+ years of experience managing federal financial and compliance programs, including audit response, internal controls, and CAP development. 5+ years of experience with DoD financial systems and compliance frameworks, including GAAP, FASAB, FMFIA, OMB Circulars, and tools like DAI, DCAS, WAWF, JICAP, and eMASS. Active PMP Certification. Desired Skills:
CDFM or CPA certification desired. Skilled in stakeholder management, scope definition, schedule control, and risk mitigation. Strong communication and documentation skills, including developing SOPs, dashboards, and executive briefings. Experience with Oracle Analytics Server (OAS) and financial dashboard development. Familiarity with automation tools (e.g., UIPath), process improvement methodologies, and CIO compliance frameworks. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and facilitate interagency coordination, including work on Defense Business System certification.
At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $160,000 to $190,000 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 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 necessary. Where feasible, reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals to perform essential job functions. Blake Willson Group 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 to ensure a workplace free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. 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.