Finance Manager

KBR, Inc.; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. in Leatherhead is seeking an experienced finance professional to own financial reporting, governance, and internal controls in a complex contracting environment. You will ensure general ledger integrity and timely financial information for decision-making.

You will report to Corporate and work with external auditors, overseeing US GAAP, IFRS, and UK GAAP compliance. This role involves leading a team, including Chennai, and supporting policy development and SOX compliance.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Experience in a matrix organisation and contracting/project environments.
• Proven leadership experience and ability to manage teams.
• Ability to oversee Chennai team remotely and collaborate globally.
• Strong Excel skills for financial data analysis and reporting.
• Deep knowledge of accounting principles and standards across US GAAP/IFRS/UK GAAP.
• Familiarity with internal and external audit processes (SOX).
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Costpoint and Microsoft Dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of accurate financial records and general ledger activity in line with US & UK standards.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes and financial reporting.
• Lead accounting professionals and oversee the Chennai team; delegate tasks and provide guidance.
• Analyse and reconcile complex balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure internal reporting supports operations and corporate leadership.
• Coordinate with auditors during annual audits and other compliance engagements.
• Support development and improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to enhance accounting operations and transparency.

Skills

Leadership

Matrix organisation

Excel

Financial analysis

Audit liaison

US GAAP knowledge

SOX compliance

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

SAP

Costpoint

Job description

We are seeking an experienced finance professional to take ownership of financial reporting, governance, statutory compliance, and internal controls within a complex and dynamic business environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the integrity of the general ledger, maintaining compliance with relevant regulations, and delivering accurate and timely financial information to support business decision-making.

As a key member of the finance team, you will be responsible for ensuring that all financial information reported to Corporate, external auditors, and regulatory bodies is complete, accurate, and fully compliant with US GAAP, IFRS, and UK GAAP. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, proven leadership capability, and experience operating within a project-based or contracting environment.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join KBR during a period of significant transformation. Following the announced spin-off of KBR's Government Solutions business into Trinzic, you will play a key role in supporting the business through this transition while helping to shape the future finance function. The spin-off creates unique opportunities for professional growth, increased responsibility, and long-term career development within a newly independent organisation.

This is an exciting time to join KBR as the company prepares for the forthcoming spin-off of its Government Solutions business into Trinzic, creating new opportunities for growth, transformation, and career development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance of accurate financial records and general ledger activity in compliance with regulatory standards of US & UK
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Lead, team of accounting professionals and manage oversight of team in Chennai; delegate tasks, provide guidance
• Analyse and reconcile complex balance sheet accounts; identify and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Ensure internal financial reporting meets the needs of both business operations and corporate leadership
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external auditors during annual audits, and other compliance engagements
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Participate in cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives to enhance accounting operations and financial transparency

What we are looking for

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience of working in a Matrix Organisation and contracting and project environment
• Leadership experience – Prior supervisory roles or experience leading teams
• Global collaboration – Ability to oversee and provide guidance to the Chennai team remotely
• Excel – Strong proficiency in financial data analysis and reporting
• Technical accounting mastery – Deep knowledge of accounting principles and standards
• Audit liaison skills – Familiarity with both internal and external audit processes
• Microsoft Dynamics proficiency – Hands-on experience with financial ERP systems such as SAP, Costpoint
• Process improvement mindset – Passion for optimizing and refining accounting workflows
• Working knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance
• Experience working within a publicly listed organisation or US-based multinational company

Location

Leatherhead, Surrey (Hybrid – 3 days in the office)

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of the projects we work on, restrictions relating to UK residency and nationality will apply. This includes a minimum of five years' continuous residency in the UK and the ability to meet the nationality requirements associated with the relevant security clearance level.