Senior Accountant

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Senior Accountant

KBR is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join the Defense System Engineering Business Unit Controllership team.

The Ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing the accounting close process, backlog reporting, SOX control, unbilled reconciliation, and various special projects. Experience in government contracting, CostPoint, and Hyperion is highly desirable.

Key responsibilities:

• Accounting Close Process:
  • Oversee and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
  • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Backlog Reporting:
  • Monitor and report on project backlogs.
  • Collaborate with project finance team to ensure accurate backlog information.
  • Analyze and interpret backlog data for management reporting.
• SOX Control:
  • Maintain and enhance internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
  • Perform periodic SOX testing and documentation.
  • Assist with audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Unbilled Reconciliation:
  • Conduct regular unbilled reconciliation and analysis.
  • Work closely with billing and project finance teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Special Projects:
  • Lead and participate in various special projects as assigned by management.
  • Provide financial analysis and support for strategic initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• CPA certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, FAR, CAS and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with government contracting.
• Proficiency in CostPoint, Cognos and HFM.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.