Lead/Senior Accountant

KBR; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Lead/Senior Accountant in Leatherhead to join a global finance team. You will help ensure the integrity of financial reporting and the control environment, supporting regional controllers and enabling informed business decisions.

The role offers hybrid working with three days in the office and opportunities to lead process improvements within a complex project-based business. As a qualified or near-qualified accountant, you will work across UK GAAP and, where relevant, US GAAP

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or nearing qualification.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse financial data and produce meaningful reporting.
• Good knowledge of UK GAAP, with exposure to US GAAP considered advantageous.
• Experience supporting month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory reporting and audit activities.
• Understanding of financial controls, compliance and reporting requirements.
• Experience using general ledger and financial reporting systems.
• Ability to work effectively within a global organisation and collaborate with remote teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Previous experience mentoring, coaching or leading others would be beneficial but is not essential.

Skills

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Excel

UK GAAP

Month-end close

Balance sheet reconciliations

Statutory reporting & audit

General ledger systems

Collaboration

Communication

Mentoring/leading

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

Lead/Senior Accountant

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Join KBR as a Lead Accountant / Senior Accountant and play a key role in ensuring the integrity of our financial reporting and control environment.

Reporting to the Regional Controller, you will support the delivery of accurate, compliant financial information that enables effective business decision-making. Depending on experience, the role offers the opportunity to take ownership of key accounting activities, lead improvement initiatives, and provide guidance and support to other members of the finance team.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or nearing qualification with relevant experience.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse financial data and produce meaningful reporting.
• Good knowledge of UK GAAP, with exposure to US GAAP considered advantageous.
• Experience supporting month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory reporting and audit activities.
• Understanding of financial controls, compliance and reporting requirements.
• Experience using general ledger and financial reporting systems.
• Ability to work effectively within a global organisation and collaborate with remote teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Previous experience mentoring, coaching or leading others would be beneficial but is not essential.

Security Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance for this role, which requires UK nationality and a demonstrable five-year footprint of living and working within the UK.

Location

Leatherhead - 3 days in the office

Why Join Us?

Join a supportive and high-performing finance team where you'll have the opportunity to develop your technical accounting expertise, contribute to process improvements, and work alongside experienced finance professionals.

You will gain exposure to a complex project-based business, enjoy a flexible hybrid working environment, and have access to ongoing learning and career development opportunities within a global organisation.

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’s 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.

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