Senior Accountant

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Senior Accountant
At KBR – We do things that matter.

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.

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KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity

The Senior Accountant plays a crucial role in ensuring the timely and accurate close for month end and SOX compliance deliverables have been met across the Australian Defence and Security Solutions (ADSS) business.

This position requires a technical Accounting professional who is highly analytical and organised, an experienced problem solver who rolls up their sleeves, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

This is permanent full-time position based in either Brisbane (preferred) or Canberra.

The successful applicant must be able to obtain an AGSVA security clearance.

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities of the role will include, but is not limited to:

Support Monthly, Quarterly and Annual month end close activities assisting with the review and approval of Billing, journals, reporting, analysis and commentary; reconciliations and ensuring SOX compliance deliverables are met
Business Partnering to OU Finance Managers, Project Controls and Functional Leads
Contribute to Internal and External audit requests
Management & evolution of Cashflow Reporting Process
Preparation of Monthly Balance sheet reconciliations
Management of Internal and External Reporting related to Payments & Receivables
Assist with the Annual Budget and forecast processes
Management of the Property Leases processes in conjunction with the Shared Services teams
Provide backup and support to other team members over leave periods
Assist with other duties and reporting requirements as required
Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree or certification in a related field (required)
Previous experience in Defence Industry (desirable)
CPA/CA Accredited (required)
Cash flow Reporting (required)
Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 & Power BI (desirable)
Well-developed communication and time management skills.
Attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.