VP Internal Audit: SOX & Public Company Readiness

KBR Careers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR seeks a Vice President, Internal Audit to lead Mission Technology Solutions' internal audit function during its transition to an independent public company. Reporting to the CFO, you will develop risk-based audit plans, oversee SOX/ICFR, and partner with leadership to strengthen governance and controls.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage the audit team, and coordinate with external auditors and the Audit Committee to ensure readiness for standalone public company operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business admin or related field.
• CPA or CIA or relevant designation preferred.
• 15+ years in internal/external audit or related governance functions.
• 7+ years leading audit teams in large, complex organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee SOX compliance program, ICFR, and control testing across the enterprise.
• Lead audit execution for financial, operational, and compliance audits and provide advisory support.
• Partner with executives, Audit Committee, and external auditors to strengthen governance.

Skills

Internal Audit

SOX compliance

Risk management

Public company governance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CIA (preferred)

Job description

KBR seeks a Vice President, Internal Audit to lead Mission Technology Solutions' internal audit function during its transition to an independent public company. Reporting to the CFO, you will develop risk-based audit plans, oversee SOX/ICFR, and partner with leadership to strengthen governance and controls.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage the audit team, and coordinate with external auditors and the Audit Committee to ensure readiness for standalone public company operations.