Strategic Budget Analyst - Gov Contracting, Flexible Hours

KBR Careers; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses offered

Relocation benefits

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Senior Functional Budget Analyst to support enterprise budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across corporate functions. You will collaborate with department budget owners and FP&A to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance (FAR, CAS), and data-driven decision-making.

Reporting to the Functional Budgets Manager, the role emphasizes analytical rigor, cross-functional coordination, and continuous process improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of government contracting or financial analysis experience.
• Working knowledge of FAR, CAS, and DCAA audit requirements.
• Foundational skills in financial analysis, forecasting, and Excel-based modeling.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, consolidation, and analysis of functional department budgets, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Assist in maintaining and updating forecasting models for short- and long-term planning initiatives.
• Monitor budget performance and perform variance analysis, highlighting key trends and escalating issues as needed.
• Partner with department budget owners and FP&A team members to support financial reporting and analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of budget review materials and contribute to discussions on financial performance.
• Provide responsive support to internal stakeholders, helping address questions and deliver financial insights.
• Ensure adherence to government regulations (FAR, DFARS, CAS) and internal financial policies.
• Support internal and external audits by organizing documentation and assisting with audit requests.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation efforts.
• Assist with financial system updates, reporting enhancements, and data validation activities.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Excel modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Job description

KBR is seeking a Senior Functional Budget Analyst to support enterprise budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across corporate functions. You will collaborate with department budget owners and FP&A to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance (FAR, CAS), and data-driven decision-making.

Reporting to the Functional Budgets Manager, the role emphasizes analytical rigor, cross-functional coordination, and continuous process improvement in a fast-paced environment.