Associate Accountant

Advanced Search Group; Manama; On-site; BHD 7,000 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

401K

Job summary

KBR is seeking an associate accountant to support accounting operations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role involves maintaining the general ledger, analyzing balance sheet accounts, and assisting in preparing management financial reports.

This is an onsite position with full-time deployment to NSA Bahrain in Manama, Bahrain. Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close support, and collaboration with the team on reporting requirements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; related field accepted.
• Entry-level experience in accounting or finance preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and GL processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine accounting tasks under supervision, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Support monthly and annual close processes and ensure data accuracy.
• Maintain the general ledger and assist in preparing management reports.
• Collaborate with team to support reporting requirements and improvements.

Skills

Journal entry

Account reconciliations

Close processes

General ledger

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Word

Outlook

Government contracts

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

General ledger software

Job description

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 team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can belong, connect and grow. We deliver – together.

Program summary

KBR's Exploration & Logistics division delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, intelligence community, NASA, and other federal agencies. KBR’s areas of expertise include engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity.

KBR provides contingency base operations, stabilization, and infrastructure support services under Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain, UAE, Oman, and related task orders.

Job summary

KBR is seeking an associate accountant who will support accounting operations by applying established policies and procedures to maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Responsibilities include maintaining the general ledger, analyzing balance sheet accounts, and assisting in the preparation of management financial reports.

This will be an onsite position with full-time deployment to NSA Bahrain in Manama, Bahrain.

Roles and responsibilities

• Perform routine accounting tasks under direct supervision, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and support of monthly and annual close processes.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial data while adhering to internal controls and accounting principles.
• Develop foundational accounting competencies by applying standard procedures to resolve routine issues and contribute to efficient financial operations.
• Collaborate with team members to support reporting requirements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Entry-level experience in accounting or finance, preferred.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and general ledger processes.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and proficiency in standard office and accounting software.
• Computer skills, including working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience in contingency environments as well as knowledge and experience working with government contracts.

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 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.