Strategic Budget Analyst - Gov't Contracting & Forecasting

KBR, Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses (possible)

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Functional Budget Analyst to support enterprise budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across corporate functions.

The role collaborates with department budget owners and the FP&A team to ensure accurate financial insights and adherence to government regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field, 5+ years in government contracting or financial analysis, and strong Excel modeling skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in government contracting or financial analysis (indirect budgeting exposure preferred).
• 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.
• Ability to work under general supervision while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

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

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin

Tools

Excel

Job description

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Functional Budget Analyst to support enterprise budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across corporate functions.

The role collaborates with department budget owners and the FP&A team to ensure accurate financial insights and adherence to government regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field, 5+ years in government contracting or financial analysis, and strong Excel modeling skills.