Controller

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KBR is a global leader in delivering technology-driven mission-critical and sustainable solutions that truly matter. For over a century we have powered bold missions across defense space industry and government through our two core business lines Mission Technology Solutions and Sustainable Technology Solutions. With nearly 38000 talented people operating in more than 80 countries we thrive on a culture built on safety integrity and teamwork. At KBR we empower our people to solve the worlds toughest challenges and create lasting value for communities and the planet.

KBR is seeking a highly experienced Controller to lead financial controllership accounting operations and compliance for a major business unit within the Mission Technology Solutions (MTS) segment. This role provides senior-level financial leadership ensuring the integrity of financial reporting strengthening internal controls and driving scalable financial processes across a complex government-focused operating environment.

Reporting directly to the MTS Segment Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) with a matrix reporting line to Business Operations Finance the Controller partners closely with FP&A Project Planning & Control (PP&C) and business leadership to drive disciplined financial management and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the integrity of Business Unit financial statements ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Lead monthly quarterly and annual close processes delivering accurate timely and reliable financial results
• Oversee general ledger operations balance sheet governance reconciliations and critical journal approvals
• Partner with FP&A and PP&C to align forecasts budgets and accounting positions through variance analysis and performance reviews
• Drive strong internal controls and SOX compliance partnering with Segment and Corporate teams
• Provide technical accounting leadership including revenue recognition complex judgments and policy interpretation
• Ensure compliance with government contracting requirements including FAR DFARS and CAS standards
• Oversee working capital performance including receivables payables reserves and cash flow optimization
• Lead statutory and regulatory reporting for applicable legal entities
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal external and government audits

Basic Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or related field
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience including 5 years in leadership or management roles
• CPA or CFA preferred

Financial & Technical Expertise

• Experience operating in government contracting environments with strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and applicable government accounting standards including FAR DFARS and CAS
• Experience operating in a publicly traded company environment with strong understanding of SOX controls and public reporting standards
• Background supporting firm-fixed-price and other complex contract types within a government contracting environment
• Demonstrated experience with Estimate at Completion (EAC) overtime revenue recognition margin analysis and performance-based financial management
• Business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance technical accounting rigor with operational and commercial decision-making
• Experience with Costpoint Cognos or comparable enterprise financial systems with advanced Excel skills and strong financial analysis capabilities

Leadership & Business Skills

• Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to operate in complex matrixed organizations
• Ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear business-relevant insights

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle FCCS or similar financial consolidation platforms

Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses commissions or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign-on bonus relocation benefits short-term incentives long-term incentives or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Benefits: KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

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.