Lead Accountant

KBR, Inc.; Warrington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Lead Accountant (Project Accounting) based in Warrington, United Kingdom. The role sits in the Cost & Profit team and focuses on advanced accounting activities, general ledger maintenance, and management reporting for major projects.

You will reconcile complex balance sheets, review costs, and support monthly financial reviews, with emphasis on accuracy and strong internal controls. Sponsorship is not offered; applicants must have right to live and work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Qualified or studying towards ACMA, ACA or ACCA.
• 3 to 7 years’ experience in project accounting environment.
• Strong IT skills with proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of US GAAP/SOX/FCPA desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out month end activities and close the period with detailed cost review for billing.
• Produce accurate project forecasts in collaboration with project teams.
• Review timesheet bookings for accuracy of hours and codes.
• Ensure expense policies are followed and updated as needed.
• Assist in monthly Application for Payment (AFP) and invoicing.
• Support monthly cost assurance and financial reviews with operations.

Skills

Financial reporting

Balance sheet analysis

US GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Education

ACMA/ACA/ACCA

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Lead Accountant

The Programme and Project Partners (PPP) model was mobilised in 2019 with the purpose of transforming major project delivery at the Sellafield nuclear site.

The partnership is delivering a 20-year pipeline of major infrastructure projects to support the decommissioning of Sellafield and to create a clean and safe environment for future generations.

In delivering its pipeline of large-scale infrastructure projects, PPP is creating opportunities for its people, supply chain, economy and communities.

KBR’s rapidly growing nuclear team of teams is working at the forefront of the UK’s nuclear space on some of the most exciting new-build, defence and decommissioning programmes.

KBR was recently named a “Great Place to Work-Certified” company, an honour that underscores the company’s commitment to being a UK employer of choice for people who want to do work that matters.

Due to the nature of our work and security requirements, KBR does not offer sponsorship for this role. We can only consider applicants with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom

Job Title: Lead Accountant (Project Accounting)

Warrington

Responsible For

Working within the KBR Cost & Profit Team, and closely with the client and wider project team. Responsible for performing advanced and moderately complex accounting activities related to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger and the resultant managerial reports; financial statements; and client invoice, requiring a high degree of accuracy. Responsible for reconciling and analysis of complex balance sheet accounts. Attempts to maximise value through an understanding of operational costs, expenses and the impact of decisions on the bottom line.

Key Accountabilities

• To carry out month end activities and assist to close out the period. This will include a detailed review of all costs for onward billing to the client
• Work closely with the various project teams to produce an accurate forecast on the project
• Review timesheet bookings to ensure accuracy of hours and codes
• Understand project policies and procedures pertaining to expenses and assist with any expense policy updates
• To assist in producing monthly Application for Payment (AFP)
• To raise monthly invoice to client
• Assist with monthly client Cost Assurance
• To help facilitate monthly financial reviews with operations.
• To implement and monitor internal financial controls SOX/FCPA.
• Regularly review cost against budget, actively seeking ways to save costs / areas to improve
• Works within allocated budgets and resources
• Regularly reviews processes which have a financial impact
• Participates in the setting of forecasts and plans

Qualifications

Qualified or studying towards ACMA, ACA or ACCA with 3 to 7 years’ experience in project accounting environment.

Essential

• At least 3 years’ experience in project accounting environment.
• Ability to interact at all levels within local operation and Head Office up to Senior A&F Lead level.
• Ability to step in for the immediate Supervisor as and when necessary.
• Good IT skills with proficiency in Excel and Word
• Knowledge of US GAAP/SOX/FCPA desirable
• Ability to deal with vendors and clients.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Personal Qualities

• Good written and oral communications, including technical proficiency in financial and management accounting.
• Team worker with good interpersonal skills and flexible approach.
• Able to work on own initiative with little or no guidance from immediate Supervisor.
• Proactive and action orientated.

Due to the nature of our work and security requirements, KBR does not offer sponsorship for this role. We can only consider applicants with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom