Senior Manager, SEC Reporting, Accounting Policy

KBR, Inc.

Senior Manager overseeing SEC Reporting and Accounting Policy at KBR. Responsible for compliance with U.S.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeHouston • District of Columbia, Maryland, Texas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting, with a strong focus on financial statement preparation and compliance. Proven ability to lead and mentor accounting teams while driving process improvements and maintaining a robust control environment.

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U.S. GAAP KnowledgeSEC Reporting ExperienceFinancial Statement PreparationPeople ManagementCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Forms 10-K PreparationForms 10-Q PreparationForms 8-K PreparationTechnical AccountingFinancial ReportingAccounting Policy FrameworkRegulatory ComplianceSOX ComplianceComplex Accounting TransactionsFinancial Reporting Risks

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationMentoringContinuous ImprovementAccountability

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

SEC FilingsFinancial Reporting ProcessesInternal AuditExternal AuditorsEmerging Accounting Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the preparation and review of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, earnings releases, and other SEC filings, ensuring compliance with SEC regulations and U.S. GAAP while driving continuous improvement in reporting quality and processes.
Research, evaluate, and document accounting conclusions for complex and non-routine transactions, maintain the company’s accounting policy framework, and assess the impact of emerging accounting standards and regulatory developments.
Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Legal, Investor Relations, business leaders, and external auditors to support accurate financial reporting, complex accounting matters, and regulatory compliance.
Support a strong control environment by partnering with Internal Audit and Finance leadership to evaluate financial reporting risks, strengthen internal controls, and support SOX compliance activities.
Drive initiatives that enhance the efficiency, scalability, and effectiveness of SEC reporting, technical accounting, and financial reporting processes.
Lead, mentor, and develop accounting professionals while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
12+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or technical accounting experience.
3+ years of people management or leadership experience.
CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification preferred.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and financial statement preparation.
Experience preparing and reviewing Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and related SEC filings.
Demonstrated experience researching, analyzing, and documenting technical accounting matters.
Experience partnering with external auditors and supporting quarterly reviews and annual audits.

Benefits

Comp & perks

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation.
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.
We support career advancement through professional training and development.