Internal Controls Manager - SOX & Compliance - Hybrid/Remote

KBR Careers; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Manager of Internal Controls in Houston to lead the design, implementation, and testing of ICFR, collaborate with Accounting, IT, and Audit, and support SOX readiness for the evolving corporate structure.

The role focuses on strengthening control environments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering clear analyses and reports for management. Hybrid work options are available in a flexible, global company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting, internal controls, SOX compliance, audit, financial reporting, or a related function.
• Experience designing, implementing, or evaluating internal controls over financial reporting.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, documentation, and ongoing maintenance of the company’s internal control framework, including controls over financial reporting, IT general controls, and key business processes.
• Lead SOX compliance activities, including risk assessments, control documentation, testing coordination, deficiency tracking, and remediation efforts.
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to assess control effectiveness and address identified risks.
• Support internal control readiness initiatives associated with SpinCo and standalone public company requirements.
• Evaluate business processes and identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve operational efficiency, and mitigate risk.
• Coordinate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to facilitate audits and management testing activities.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, and process documentation that support a strong business process and IT control environment.
• Monitor regulatory and compliance requirements and help ensure the organization remains aligned with evolving standards and expectations.
• Track and report on control deficiencies, remediation activities, and overall compliance progress to management.
• Support system implementations, process changes, and other business initiatives by assessing control implications and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Prepare analyses, presentations, and reports for management and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.

Skills

SOX compliance

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Risk assessment

Audit coordination

Stakeholder communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

GAAP knowledge

IT general controls

Job description

KBR is seeking a Manager of Internal Controls in Houston to lead the design, implementation, and testing of ICFR, collaborate with Accounting, IT, and Audit, and support SOX readiness for the evolving corporate structure.

The role focuses on strengthening control environments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering clear analyses and reports for management. Hybrid work options are available in a flexible, global company.