Senior Internal Controls Lead | SOX & Compliance

KBR Careers; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Senior Manager, Internal Controls to establish and enhance the company's control environment. You will partner across Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, IT, and business stakeholders to support SOX compliance and ICFR testing.

The role focuses on risk assessments, control documentation, remediation, and the development of scalable processes as the organization evolves. Hybrid/remote work options and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting, internal controls, SOX compliance, audit, or financial reporting.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and enhance the company’s internal control environment.
• Lead SOX compliance activities, including risk assessments, documentation, testing coordination, and remediation.
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to assess control effectiveness.
• Support control readiness for SpinCo and standalone public company requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to facilitate audits.
• Prepare analyses, presentations, and reports for management.

Skills

SOX knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Internal controls

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

CPA Certification

Job description

KBR is seeking a Senior Manager, Internal Controls to establish and enhance the company's control environment. You will partner across Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, IT, and business stakeholders to support SOX compliance and ICFR testing.

The role focuses on risk assessments, control documentation, remediation, and the development of scalable processes as the organization evolves. Hybrid/remote work options and competitive benefits are offered.