Senior Accountant

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Senior Accountant

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KBR is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Subject Matter Expert to support our global operations within the Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) division. This role will provide financial leadership and strategic insight across complex, multi-million projects. The FP&A SME will contribute to driving financial performance, ensuring compliance with internal requirements, and enhancing business decision-making through accurate and timely financial planning and analysis.

Summary Section  

The FP&A SME will play a critical role in supporting the financial health of the project by delivering expert-level insight into budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and strategic financial planning. The role will require working closely with project controls, operations, and senior management to provide accurate and timely financial reports. The FP&A SME will serve as a key liaison between site finance, corporate finance, and various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual budgeting and forecasting processes for the project
• Perform detailed variance analysis and provide meaningful commentary on financial performance vs. budget and forecast
• Partner with project managers and operations teams to assess financial impacts of ongoing activities and support decision-making
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data in systems and reporting tools
• Present financial insights to senior management and recommend corrective actions as needed
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of FP&A systems and processes

Qualifications including Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA/CMA/MBA preferred)
• Experience: Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis or Project Finance
• Strong proficiency in financial systems and tools, preferably Oracle, Hyperion, Power BI, and/or SAP
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage financial cycles and influence cross-functional teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (advanced), PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
• Experience with Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) tools or other BI/reporting platforms
• Prior involvement in budget automation, system migration, or dashboard implementation projects
• Knowledge of cost control, project accounting, and capital expenditure tracking
• Experience working in a Shared Services or Global Business Services (GBS) environment

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