Audit Operations Leader - Government Contracting

KBR; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Manager, Audit Operations & Government Contracting to lead internal audit engagements and drive improvements in controls across government contracting. You will collaborate with Finance, Contracts and Legal to ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, and DFARS, while enhancing risk management processes.

The role requires strong communication, project management, and the ability to influence stakeholders across functions to implement effective remediation actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 9+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, accounting, compliance, risk management, or a related function.
• Experience evaluating internal controls, business processes, and operational risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support internal audit engagements focused on operational processes, compliance, government contracting requirements, and internal controls.
• Evaluate business risks, control effectiveness, and compliance with applicable regulations, contractual requirements, and company policies.
• Partner with Finance, Accounting, Contracts, Legal, Compliance, and business stakeholders to identify risks and develop practical remediation solutions.
• Support audits and assessments related to government contracting requirements, including FAR, CAS, DFARS, and other regulatory frameworks as applicable.
• Assist in the development and execution of risk-based audit plans and ongoing risk assessment activities.
• Monitor audit findings, track remediation efforts, and report progress to Internal Audit leadership and business stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, control effectiveness, and governance practices across the organization.
• Support external audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance examinations by coordinating information requests and documentation.
• Contribute to special projects, investigations, and strategic initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Govern contracting knowledge

Controls evaluation

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration

Job description

KBR is seeking a Manager, Audit Operations & Government Contracting to lead internal audit engagements and drive improvements in controls across government contracting. You will collaborate with Finance, Contracts and Legal to ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, and DFARS, while enhancing risk management processes.

The role requires strong communication, project management, and the ability to influence stakeholders across functions to implement effective remediation actions.