USAID IPSA: Accountant (Contingency Hire)

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USAID IPSA: Accountant (Contingency Hire)

KBR is looking for an Accountant to join our team for an exciting opportunity supporting the USAID NexGen Global Health Supply Chain Program. This is a full-time position that will accommodate a hybrid remote/office work schedule, but will require occasional travel to the Washington, D.C. area and potential overseas travel. The Accountant will work for the Business Manager, under the direct supervision of the Accounting Manager, and serves as a key member of the project accounting team. Must be a highly organized self-starter capable of working in a fast-paced, multi-discipline team environment with the ability to manage competing priorities to achieve goals.

Responsible for accounting policies and procedures involving the maintenance of a precise general ledger, analysis of balance sheet accounts, and management financial reporting. Under general supervision, and occasional direct supervision, performs assignments requiring experience and knowledge of standard concepts within their field. Displays core job competencies by analyzing possible solutions using standard procedures while developing advanced skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper recording of Journal entries in assigned area of responsibility

• Assist with the monthly close process by preparing month-end journal entries and participate in resolving potential issues

• Perform monthly / quarterly accounting activities (record, report, control, and analyze)

• Provide monthly/quarterly reports and analysis to internal & external auditors and respond regarding periodic information requests.

• Ensure compliance of KBR's accounting policies, business practices

• Provide monthly/quarterly reports and analysis to internal & external auditors and respond regarding periodic information requests.

• Ensure project funding requirements are met to ensure positive project cash flow

• Maintain position's SOP's and work templates

• Perform quarterly/monthly SOX controls and reviews

• Uphold company standards when working with business partners to ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, procedures, and controls

• Perform various ad-hoc analyses and other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Accounting, Finance)

• 5+ years of experience in Accounting / Finance.

• Preferred experience with Joint Venture projects

• Experience with standard government agency (particularly USAID) reporting requirements

• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.

• Preferred proficiency in Deltek/Costpoint and IFS

• Must be able to self-lead and communicate effectively to all levels of project team, including management and clients.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to function within a project team

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.