Accounting Manager – Accounting Payable & Operations

Huntsville, AL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title:

Accounting Manager Accounting Payable & Operations

KBR Delivering Solutions Changing the World.

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. We dont just deliver results we deliver game-changing solutions innovative technology deep domain expertise and cutting-edge technologies.

KBR is seeking an experienced and process-driven Accounting Manager to lead and advance Accounts Payable and related accounting operations in Huntsville AL. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy consistency and integrity of payables receivables support billing coordination and payroll-related disbursements tied to banking activities. Operating under broad direction the Accounting Manager is accountable for departmental performance compliance and continuous improvement while developing team capabilities and driving scalable automated solutions that enhance efficiency transparency and audit readiness through close partnership with Accounting leadership business stakeholders and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage Accounts Payable and related accounting operations ensuring accurate timely and compliant processing of disbursements billing support and banking-related activities
Establish and maintain strong operational controls documentation standards and validation processes to ensure data integrity and audit readiness
Serve as a subject matter expert for AP systems procedures and policies promoting consistency standardization and best practices
Drive process improvement automation and system enhancements including requirements definition solution evaluation testing documentation training and change management
Coordinate and support AP-related projects and initiatives partnering with cross-functional stakeholders through implementation and user acceptance testing
Develop automate and maintain internal and external reporting dashboards and performance metrics to improve visibility transparency and decision-making
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess efficiency accuracy compliance and service delivery
Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders responding to inquiries and fostering strong collaborative relationships
Support compliance activities audits and internal control requirements ensuring timely and accurate responses to audit requests
Lead coach and develop team members managing performance strengthening technical capabilities and aligning resources to business priorities

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field
12 years of progressive accounting or accounts payable experience or equivalent experience in lieu of degree
Demonstrated experience managing AP operations disbursements compliance and audit support
Proven leadership experience with accountability for team performance employee development and operational outcomes
Strong understanding of accounting processes internal controls and data accuracy standards
Experience leading or supporting system implementations process redesign and automation initiatives
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset
Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across functions and levels
Proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel with strong reporting and data analysis capabilities

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting large complex or multi-entity accounting organizations
Familiarity with ERP or AP automation systems
Experience developing operational metrics and performance dashboards
Background supporting internal or external audits
Demonstrated success in change management and cross-functional project leadership

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.

Required Experience:

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Title:Accounting Manager Accounting Payable & OperationsKBR Delivering Solutions Changing the World.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 an...