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

KBR Careers
Alexandria, VA
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Senior 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 Senior Financial Analyst/Project Planning & Controls (PP&C) to join the project team, supporting Program Management and cross-functional partners. This role oversees full P&L and cash flow responsibility for assigned project(s), managing financial activities for various contract types and sizes with minimal direct supervision. The Senior Analyst requires in-depth expertise in budgeting, forecasting, estimates to complete (ETC/EAC), variance and trend analysis, and reporting cycles. The Senior Analyst identifies financial opportunities and risks, supports backlog management, fosters a strong control and compliance environment, and applies advanced knowledge of accounting principles, contract management, and government contracting processes, including FAR and CAS.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and control work breakdown structures (WBS) and lead project set-up activities to ensure compliant cost charging, billing, and revenue recognition.
  • Oversee project budgets, baselines, funding, schedules, and milestones, including calculating estimates to complete (ETC/EAC) and processing scope changes.
  • Review incurred costs and forecast future expenditures using labor productivity, material price forecasts, subcontract agreements, wage rates, and risk analysis.
  • Monitor and Title:Senior 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 Senior Financial Analyst/Project Planning & Controls (PP&C) to join the project team, supporting Program Management and cross-functional partners. This role oversees full P&L and cash flow responsibility for assigned project(s), managing financial activities for various contract types and sizes with minimal direct supervision. The Senior Analyst requires in-depth expertise in budgeting, forecasting, estimates to complete (ETC/EAC), variance and trend analysis, and reporting cycles. The Senior Analyst identifies financial opportunities and risks, supports backlog management, fosters a strong control and compliance environment, and applies advanced knowledge of accounting principles, contract management, and government contracting processes, including FAR and CAS.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and control work breakdown structures (WBS) and lead project set-up activities to ensure compliant cost charging, billing, and revenue recognition.
  • Oversee project budgets, baselines, funding, schedules, and milestones, including calculating estimates to complete (ETC/EAC) and processing scope changes.
  • Review incurred costs and forecast future expenditures using labor productivity, material price forecasts, subcontract agreements, wage rates, and risk analysis.
  • Monitor and maximize project cash flow by reviewing customer invoices, reconciling unbilled balances, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • Oversee subcontractor expenditures, track costs and fees against budget, analyze trends, and prepare monthly accruals.
  • Collaborate with Program Management and customers to achieve financial and contractual objectives, preparing reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Lead corporate budget and forecast activities for assigned projects by documenting assumptions and evaluating financial opportunities and risks.
  • Reconcile weekly, monthly, and cumulative cost and performance data; provide variance analysis, trending, and completion reporting.
  • Develop price and cost estimates using complex pricing concepts and applicable government accounting standards (FAR, CAS).
  • Establish and maintain financial controls, procedures, systems, and forecasting techniques to evaluate project status and ensure compliance with government and customer requirements.
  • Lead cross-functional teams, implement process improvement initiatives, and provide mentorship and guidance while managing multiple priorities and long-term objectives.

Basic Qualifications

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of progressive financial analysis and program management experience, including hands-on budgeting, forecasting, and project controls.

Financial Expertise:

  • Demonstrated expertise in complex program management concepts (budgets, estimates to complete, project schedules, variance and trend analysis).
  • Knowledge of financial accounting principles as they relate to U.S. GAAP.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint, COBRA, COGNOS, Hyperion, or Power BI.
  • Knowledge of standard U.S. government agency reporting requirements (e.g., NASA, DOD, FEDSIM).
  • Knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) reporting.

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.

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.

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Posted 2026-03-15

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