Strategic Leader, Audit Operations & Government Contracting

KBR Careers; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Manager, Audit Operations & Government Contracting to lead internal audit engagements focused on operational risk, compliance, and controls within government contracting. You will collaborate with Finance, Contracts, Legal, and Compliance to drive risk-based audits and remediation.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Controls & Revenue, you will evaluate processes, monitor findings, and support external audits while guiding governance improvements across the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 9+ years of progressive experience in internal/external audit, accounting, compliance, risk management, or related function.
• Experience evaluating internal controls, business processes, and operational risks.
• Experience supporting audits within government contracting, regulated, or complex corporate environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audit engagements on operations, compliance, government contracting, and internal controls.
• Evaluate risks, control effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Finance, Contracts, Legal, and stakeholders to remediate risks.
• Support audits related to government contracting including FAR, CAS, DFARS, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Develop and execute risk-based audit plans and ongoing risk assessment activities.
• Track findings and report progress to Internal Audit leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and governance across the organization.
• Coordinate information requests for external audits and regulatory reviews.
• Contribute to special projects and investigations.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Job description

KBR is seeking a Manager, Audit Operations & Government Contracting to lead internal audit engagements focused on operational risk, compliance, and controls within government contracting. You will collaborate with Finance, Contracts, Legal, and Compliance to drive risk-based audits and remediation.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Controls & Revenue, you will evaluate processes, monitor findings, and support external audits while guiding governance improvements across the business.