Sr. Specialist II, Project Controls

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Who We Are

KBR is a high-end engineering, intelligence, cybersecurity and advanced technology solutions company.  Our National Security Services Division works with our many customers in the intelligence and national security communities, helping them solve their most difficult challenges. KBR is seeking a Lead Specialist, Project Control to join our teams to meet the real-time demands and high-impact missions of national defense agencies across space and cyberspace teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for the financial deliverables of all contracts types assigned as well as internal analysis & corporate reporting.

Who You Are

The Sr. Specialist II, Project Controls is a key part of the project team, interacting with all levels of Program Management and colleagues in other functional areas.  The Sr. Specialist II has full P&L and cashflow responsibility for assigned project(s), overseeing financial activities for various contract types and sizes with minimal direct daily oversight. The position requires in-depth knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and the reporting cycle, to include experience in EAC, variance and trend analysis. The Sr. Specialist II tracks and reports opportunities and risks along with project backlog and fosters a strong control and compliance environment. The position requires use of experience and problem-solving skills to identify and implement process improvements along with knowledge of contract management procedures and government contracting processes including familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Government Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and control WBS and lead project set up activities to ensure compliant and effective cost charging and revenue recognition.
• Calculate, control, maintain baselines and budgets and monitor project funding, schedules and milestones, calculate estimates to complete, and process scope changes as needed.
• Review costs incurred and calculate future costs based on labor productivity, material price forecasts, subcontract, wage rates and risk analysis.
• Oversee subcontractor expenditures, tracking costs & fees against budget. Analyze cost trends and prepare monthly accruals.
• Collaborate with Program Management and customers to achieve financial and contractual deliverables, developing presentations and reports for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead corporate budget and forecast activities for the project documenting assumptions and evaluating opportunities and risks.
• Reconcile weekly, monthly and cumulative costs and performance data and provide project variances, trending and analysis of expenditures, and completion reports.
• Develop price/cost estimates using complex pricing concepts, applying FAR, CAS, and government accounting standards.
• Establish financial controls, procedures, systems, and forecasting techniques to evaluate contract/program status and ensure compliance with government and customer requirements.
• Lead cross-functional teams, implement process improvement initiatives, and provide mentoring and training while balancing multiple priorities and long-term objectives.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or a related field and 7+ years of financial analysis experience. 
• Demonstrated mastery of complex program management concepts (budgets, estimates to complete, project schedules, etc.).
• Knowledge of financial accounting as it relates to U.S. GAAP.
• Demonstrated ability in Microsoft Office Suite including advanced Excel skills

Location: Remote

Travel Requirements: Minimal 0 - 10%

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge in use of Deltek Costpoint, COBRA, COGNOS, Hyperion, Power BI.
• Experience with standard government agency reporting requirements (NASA, DOD, FEDSIM).
• Understanding of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) reporting.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 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.

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. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.