Subject Matter Expert - Senior Federal Financial Systems SME
Blake Willson Group
$140,000 - $190,000 / year
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Description
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% on-site in Washington, DC at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB).
Clearance:
Must have an active TS/SCI Security Clearance.
Job Description:
Blake Willson Group (BWG) is seeking an experienced Senior Federal Financial Systems SME with extensive expertise in FACTS (PeopleSoft) Federal financial systems, General Ledger, Asset Management, and Federal Financial Accounting. The ideal candidate will have deep technical knowledge of PeopleSoft and FACTS functionality, with the ability to analyze complex accounting transactions, troubleshoot system issues, and support accurate and timely financial reporting. In this position, you will also:
- Build and utilize custom queries to support financial analysis, reconciliation, and reporting requirements.
- Analyze entry events and review EERT/PART entries to validate transactions prior to posting.
- Apply detailed knowledge of sub-module-to-General Ledger relationships and associated reconciliation requirements.
- Analyze asset accounting transactions and identify potential discrepancies or system impacts.
- Support GLKK reconciliations and investigate Tie Point outages and related reconciliation issues.
- Analyze posting logic issues and determine their potential impact on accounting records and financial reporting.
- Research and troubleshoot complex PeopleSoft and FACTS accounting system issues.
- Support financial reporting and year-end close activities through accurate transaction analysis and reconciliation.
- Collaborate with accounting, financial management, and technical teams to resolve system and accounting issues.
- Document findings, recommendations, and system impacts to support audit readiness and financial reporting requirements.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- 15+ years of experience supporting FACTS (PeopleSoft) Federal financial programs, including FACTS General Ledger (GL) and FACTS Asset Management (AM).
- 10+ years of experience supporting Federal Financial Accounting using the United States Standard General Ledger (USSGL).
- 5+ years of experience building custom queries and analyzing complex Federal financial transactions.
Desired Skills:
- Experience analyzing entry events and reviewing EERT/PART entries for posting.
- Strong understanding of sub-module-to-General Ledger relationships and reconciliation requirements.
- Experience supporting asset accounting transactions, GLKK reconciliations, Tie Point outages, posting logic issues, and related financial system impacts.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex financial system issues.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is desired.
- Experience supporting Federal financial reporting and year-end close activities.
- Experience supporting financial management programs within the Department of War (DoW) or Intelligence Community (IC).
- Experience working across accounting, financial management, and technical teams to resolve PeopleSoft and FACTS issues.
At Blake Willson Group, we believe in transparency and fairness in compensation practices. For this position, we offer a competitive salary range of $140,000 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 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.
Benefits
- health insurance
- vision insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
- professional development
About this role
Blake Willson Group is looking for a deeply experienced federal financial systems specialist to support critical accounting operations at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. You would serve as the go-to expert on FACTS (PeopleSoft) and federal financial systems, working hands-on with General Ledger, asset management, and USSGL accounting. The work centers on analyzing complex transactions, building custom queries, troubleshooting system issues, and ensuring accurate financial reporting—with particular focus on reconciliations, entry validation, and year-end close support.
This role demands substantial expertise: at least 15 years with FACTS and PeopleSoft federal programs, 10+ years in federal financial accounting, and 5+ years building queries and analyzing transactions. You'll need an active TS/SCI clearance and a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. A CPA is desired. You'll collaborate across accounting, financial management, and technical teams to resolve issues and document findings for audit readiness.
The position is full-time and 100% on-site in Washington, DC. Compensation ranges from $140,000 to $190,000 based on experience and qualifications, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, professional development support, and wellness subsidies.
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