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Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

Program Summary

Consolidated Support Center (CSC) organization contains functions that charge direct to contracts such as Accounting, HR, Recruiting, Project Planning & Cost (PP&C) and Estimating. Additionally, CSC performs indirect activities such as support for Bid and Proposals. CSC provides supports to diverse types of projects within R&S business unit portfolio.

Job Summary

As an Associate Specialist in Cost Control at KBR, you will play a pivotal role in forecasting, controlling, and reporting project costs within our dynamic organization. Your main objective will be to develop and provide project variances, trend analyses, and expenditure reports, ensuring accurate financial oversight for key projects. Working closely with the PP&C and Procurement teams, you will process new subcontracts, time-phase open commitments, and reconcile procurement documents. This role offers the opportunity to develop advanced skills by solving standard problems using established procedures, all while honing your organizational and communication abilities. Reporting directly to the Project Controls Manager, you will fit seamlessly into our structured yet innovative environment, making a significant impact on high-profile projects

Roles and Responsibilities

Process new subcontracts commitments and change orders data in commitments database (MS Access tool)

Time-phase open commitments by reviewing subcontract documents, pricing schedules, and material requisitions.

Reconcile / validate procurement documents and invoices with Costpoint and projects general ledgers

Work closely with PP&C and Procurement teams on a regular basis

Prepare monthly subcontracts spending analysis and comparison to period accruals

Forecast analysis on future subcontracts expenditures and adjustments to open accruals

Prepare monthly commitments database and Costpoint accrual files for multiple projects

Processing COGNOS actuals and purchase orders data through internal MS access database tools

Create cost databases and man-hour reports for multiple projects

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management, Finance, or technical field.

Knowledge of basic program management concepts (budgets, estimate to complete, project schedules, etc.).

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Excel and Access skills.

Experience with Costpoint ERP software and COGNOS business intelligence and performance management software.

Experience with project cost forecasting, control, and reporting.

Experience in preparing monthly spending analysis and forecast reports.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 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.

Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient.

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.