Lead Accountant

Title:
Lead Accountant
KBR have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accountant to join the Brisbane finance team. The role offers long term career development opportunities and will expose you to a range of projects across the entire Australian business.

We are looking for a switched on, motivated individual with 5+ years of experience wanting to take the next step in their career in to a more senior role. It is important that you have a strong technical accounting background and a good knowledge of accounting standards so that you can hit the ground running.

KBR have been established for over 100 years and we pride ourselves on being an innovative and forward-thinking company with a reputation for delivering on some of the most challenging and complex engineering projects in the world.

You will have the opportunity to develop your career in an environment that encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation.To support your professional growth, KBR flexible working arrangements, extended leave options and a host of social, health and wellbeing events and initiatives will underpin our commitment to you.Reimagining how you work, our culture at KBR allows you to have your best day at work, every day, no matter where you are

Key Responsibilities of the role include:

• Manage the Project Accounting function for one business stream within the Infrastructure business, including accurate reporting for projects, identification and resolution of issues, analysis of costs and assistance to project teams where required
• Develop a partnership with key personnel within the business stream to assist the business to develop its goals
• Completion of month end close processes, profit and loss, balance sheet reconciliations, labour and other cost accounting analysis
• Provide value added financial services, analysis and support to the business stream, as required
• Provide support throughout the project lifecycle, from the early stages of the bid process, through execution to project close out
• Produce and analyse monthly project results and provide resolution, where required, ensuring projects are in line with company policies and accounting standards.
• Actively support Joint Ventures by preparing financial statements where required and provide oversight to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Support in providing information for the audit process and for the preparation of statutory accounts, as required
• Maintain knowledge of and adherence to KBR's policies including compliance and accounting policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years' experience in a related field
• Degree qualification in Finance/Accounting
• Professional organisation membership - CA or CPA
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience with SAP or other large ERP system an advantage

So how do I apply?

If what you've read resonates with your values, experience and career aspiration then we want to hear from you! Just click apply and upload your resume and cover letter.

KBR values an inclusive and diverse work environment and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40