Accountant

Job Description

Accountant | KBR Careers

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at KBR Careers, located in Huntsville, AL or Houston, TX. KBR is establishing Trinzic as an independent public company focused on Mission Technology Solutions, which serves critical government and commercial missions globally. This role offers an opportunity to join the organization during a period of growth and transformation. The Accountant is vital for building and supporting accounting, financial reporting, and operational processes that will position the company for long-term success.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Huntsville, AL or Houston, TX

• Mission: This person ensures accurate financial reporting and supports the timely completion of general ledger activities and month-end close processes.
• Tech Stack: Deltek Costpoint, Cognos, FCCS, Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis functions)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Journal Entries: Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries in accordance with company accounting policies.
• Reconciliations: Complete monthly account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Financial Close: Assist with month-end and quarter-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are met with accuracy and completeness.
• General Ledger: Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger in accordance with company accounting policies and US GAAP.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and increase efficiency through the use of technology and automation tools, including Excel.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level, Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a strong understanding of general accounting principles and US GAAP.
• Experience: 1-3 years of accounting experience, specifically with hands-on responsibility for journal entries, account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close activities.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis functions), strong analytical and problem-solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, and effective communication skills.
• Bonus: Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Cognos, FCCS, or similar ERP and financial reporting systems; familiarity with government contracting, FAR, DFARS, and CAS regulations; and experience with process improvements or internal controls.