Accounting Manager, Shared Services — Flexible Schedule

KBR Careers; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Relocation benefits

Short/long term incentives

Discretionary payments

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR's Mission Technology Solutions Shared Services Accounting Team in Huntsville, AL seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations, close processes, and reporting for a $4.5B government services organization.

You will build a high‑performing team, strengthen internal controls, partner with leadership on forecasting and budgets, and drive automation initiatives while ensuring SOX, DFARS, CAS compliance and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including general accounting, financial reporting, and/or operational accounting
• 3+ years in a management or leadership role with direct responsibility for team performance and development
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial close processes, and internal controls
• Experience supporting forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis activities
• Experience with FAR, DFARS, CAS; SOX controls and public company reporting
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee assigned functional accounting operations within Shared Services, including departmental financial close, reconciliations, and reporting activities
• Manage and develop a team of accounting professionals, drive performance, accountability, and ongoing professional growth
• Support and enhance monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Partner with leadership to support forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis activities
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with SOX, DCAA, DFARS, and other regulatory requirements
• Drive process improvement and automation initiatives across accounting and operational workflows
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting dashboards to improve visibility and decision‑making
• Lead and support system implementations, enhancements, and integrations, including testing, change management, and user development
• Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to resolve issues, improve processes, and support business priorities
• Support internal and external audit activities, ensuring timely and accurate responses to audit requests
• Provide oversight and leadership for global disbursements and related operational processes within the broader accounting function
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

SOX compliance

Excel

Independent operator

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Costpoint

Hyland OnBase

ERP systems

Job description

KBR's Mission Technology Solutions Shared Services Accounting Team in Huntsville, AL seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations, close processes, and reporting for a $4.5B government services organization.

You will build a high‑performing team, strengthen internal controls, partner with leadership on forecasting and budgets, and drive automation initiatives while ensuring SOX, DFARS, CAS compliance and audit readiness.