Senior SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting Lead

KBR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Lead Accountant for SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting in Houston. The role leads the SEC reporting process, drafts disclosures, and coordinates cross-functional inputs to ensure accurate filings.

Strong technical accounting knowledge and communication skills are essential. The candidate should have CPA (or actively pursuing), a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and 7+ years of relevant experience, with Excel expertise and familiarity with Workiva/Wdesk.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant work experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (experience may substitute)
• CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Experience with Workiva/Wdesk and Wdata preferred
• Preferred 2+ years of Big Four experience on a public company client
• Strong planning, organization, and deadline discipline
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate SEC reporting, including financial statements, footnote disclosures, MD&A, and tie-outs.
• Draft footnote disclosures and supporting workpapers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to draft SEC disclosures.
• Research technical accounting matters and document conclusions.
• Provide operational accounting support to business units as needed.
• Maintain and update the accounting policy manual.
• Coordinate with the SOX team to align the control environment.
• Support earnings releases and related tie-outs of press releases.

Skills

CPA or CPA candidate

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong written and verbal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Experience in lieu of a degree considered

CPA certification or actively pursuing

Tools

Workiva/Wdesk

Wdata

Job description

KBR is seeking a Lead Accountant for SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting in Houston. The role leads the SEC reporting process, drafts disclosures, and coordinates cross-functional inputs to ensure accurate filings.

Strong technical accounting knowledge and communication skills are essential. The candidate should have CPA (or actively pursuing), a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and 7+ years of relevant experience, with Excel expertise and familiarity with Workiva/Wdesk.