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Lead Accountant

KBR · Leatherhead, United Kingdom

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PayNot posted
LevelSenior
Work modeNot stated
LanguageNot stated
VisaMust already have the right to work
Asks forUS GAAP, SOX
PostedOct 1, 2026
Found by usOct 3, 2026
Last checkedOct 3, 2026

Quick look

Perform project accounting month end, forecasting, invoicing, reconciliations and cost control for large infrastructure projects.

US GAAP or SOX experience

Worth knowing: Qualified or studying ACMA ACA or ACCA with 3 to 7 years project accounting

What they say about visas

“KBR does not offer sponsorship for this role. We can only consider applicants with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom”

From the posting

Title: Lead Accountant The Programme and Project Partners (PPP) model was mobilised in 2019 with the purpose of transforming major project delivery at the Sellafield nuclear site. The partnership is delivering a 20-year pipeline of major infrastructure projects to support the decommissioning of Sellafield and to create a clean and safe environment for future generations. In delivering its pipeline of large-scale infrastructure projects, PPP is creating opportunities for its people, supply chain, economy and communities. KBR’s rapidly growing nuclear team of teams is working at the forefront of the UK’s nuclear space on some of the most exciting new-build, defence and decommissioning programmes. KBR was recently named a “Great Place to Work-Certified” company, an honour that underscores the company’s commitment to being a UK employer of choice for people who want to do work that matters. Due to the nature of our work and security requirements, KBR does not offer sponsorship for this role. We can only consider applicants with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Job Title: Lead Accountant (Project Accounting) Based in Leatherhead Responsible For: Working within the KBR Cost & Profit Team, and closely with the client and wider project team. Responsible for performing advanced and moderately complex accounting activities related to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger and the resultant managerial reports; financial statements; and client invoice, requiring a high degree of accuracy. Responsible for reconciling and analysis of complex balance sheet accounts. Attempts to maximise value through an understanding of operational costs, expenses and the impact of decisions on the bottom line. Key Accountabilities: To carry out month end activities and assist to close out the period. This will include a detailed review of all costs for onward billing to the client Work closely with the various project teams to produce an accurate forecast on the project Review timesheet bookings to ensure accuracy of hours and codes Understand project policies and procedures pertaining to expenses and assist with any expense policy updates To assist in producing monthly Application for Payment (AFP) To raise monthly invoice to client Assist with monthly client Cost Assurance To help facilitate monthly financial reviews with operations.

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