Associate - Financial Data Analyst

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 role is 100% remote. 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 Financial Data Analyst, you will support data-driven operational insights, financial reporting, and contract management activities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a data-centric environment and enjoys transforming complex information into clear, actionable insights. In this position, you will also:

• Collect, clean, validate, and analyze large datasets across financial and operational systems to support metrics, dashboards, and decision-making.
• Develop and maintain data visualizations, dashboards, and automated reports using tools such as Power BI and Excel.
• Perform data reconciliation, quality assurance checks, and financial system research to resolve discrepancies, interpret trends, and ensure data integrity.
• Maintain invoicing records, funding documentation, and contract tracking measures while leveraging analytics to identify anomalies or risks.
• Conduct internal and agency audits to ensure compliance with contract usage, funding, and financial regulations.
• Collaborate with technical teams on Power Platform solutions, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and process automation initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance data pipelines, reporting workflows, and analytical efficiency.
• Present insights, performance trends, and operational metrics to stakeholders in a clear and structured format, supporting decision-making and team training. Required Skills:
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 2 years of experience performing data analysis or financial analysis with demonstrated ability to interpret, validate, and report on complex datasets.
• 2 years of experience working directly with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data modeling). Desired Skills:
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate) and building automated reporting solutions.
• Knowledge of federal financial regulations, government contracting processes, and financial management systems.
• Experience with process improvement, workflow optimization, and automation initiatives, including Lean Six Sigma or Agile SAFe methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail, data accuracy, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively in a remote environment.
• Proficiency with SharePoint, data visualization, and presenting insights to stakeholders to support informed decision-making.
• A Lean Six Sigma or an Agile SAFe certification is desired. At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $50,000 to $70,000 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. Apply tot his job

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