Financial Analyst/Project Planning & Controls (PP&C)

Financial Analyst/Project Planning & Controls (PP&C) Mission Technology Solutions - Defense, intelligence and space innovation technology at the speed of tomorrow. KBR combines mission expertise with advanced digital technologies to solve the world’s toughest challenges on a global scale. KBR is a trusted national security partner for a wide array of customers across space, land, air and sea. KBR delivers innovative solutions across digital engineering and integration, rapid prototyping, mission operations, data analytics, artificial intelligence and secure logistics. At KBR, We deliver. KBR is seeking a Financial Analyst/Project Planning & Controls (PP&C) to join the project team, supporting Program Management and collaborating with cross-functional partners. Under general supervision, this role supports budgeting, forecasting, variance and trend analysis, and reporting cycles while applying working knowledge of standard project controls concepts. As part of the Project PP&C team, the Analyst II contributes to a strong financial control and compliance environment and applies foundational knowledge of accounting principles and government contracting concepts, including WBS management, contract types, and cost controls, as well as customer reporting, P&L, and cash flow management. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and control work breakdown structures (WBS) and support project set-up activities to ensure compliant cost charging, billing, and revenue recognition. Support the development and maintenance of project budgets, baselines, funding profiles, schedules, and milestones, including calculating estimates to complete and processing scope changes. Review incurred costs and assist in forecasting future costs using labor productivity, material price forecasts, subcontract agreements, wage rates, and risk considerations. Support project cash flow objectives by reviewing customer invoices, monitoring unbilled balances, and assisting with reconciliations. Track subcontractor expenditures, monitor costs and fees against budget, analyze cost trends, and prepare monthly accruals. Collaborate with Program Management and internal stakeholders to support financial and contractual deliverables, including preparing reports and presentations. Support corporate budget and forecast activities for assigned projects by documenting assumptions and identifying potential risks and opportunities. Reconcile weekly, monthly, and cumulative cost and performance data; provide variance analysis, trending, and expenditure reporting. Assist with the development of price and cost estimates using standard pricing concepts and applicable government accounting standards (FAR, CAS). Maintain financial controls, procedures, systems, and forecasting techniques to evaluate program status and support compliance with government and customer requirements. Participate in cross-functional initiatives and process improvement efforts while managing multiple priorities. Basic Qualifications Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. 2+ years of progressive financial analysis and program management experience, including hands‑on budgeting, forecasting, and project controls. Financial Expertise Knowledge of financial accounting principles as they relate to U.S. GAAP. Understanding of standard program management concepts, including estimates to complete (EAC), project schedules, variance and trend analysis. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Deltek Costpoint, COBRA, COGNOS, Hyperion, or Power BI. Familiarity with U.S. government agency reporting requirements (e.g., NASA, DOD, FEDSIM). Basic knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) concepts. Additional Compensation KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. Benefits 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr