Senior Manager, SEC Reporting & Accounting Policy

KBR•Houston, DC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, SEC Reporting & Accounting Policy is a key leader within the SEC Reporting, Consolidations & Internal Controls team, responsible for overseeing external financial reporting, providing technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, and supporting the company’s accounting policy framework. This role ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations while helping maintain a strong financial control environment. Partnering closely with Corporate Accounting, FP&A, Legal, Internal Audit, and external auditors, the Senior Manager drives the preparation of SEC filings, evaluates the accounting impact of strategic initiatives, and leads efforts to enhance reporting processes, internal controls, and accounting policies across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
12+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or technical accounting experience.
3+ years of people management or leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and financial statement preparation.
Experience preparing and reviewing Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and related SEC filings.
Demonstrated experience researching, analyzing, and documenting technical accounting matters.
Experience partnering with external auditors and supporting quarterly reviews and annual audits.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex accounting concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, lead projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification preferred
Public accounting experience, preferably with a Big Four or national accounting firm.
Experience supporting a publicly traded company and its external reporting requirements.
Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting.
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives, driving process improvements, and developing accounting professionals.

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation and review of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, earnings releases, and other SEC filings, ensuring compliance with SEC regulations and U.S. GAAP while driving continuous improvement in reporting quality and processes.
Research, evaluate, and document accounting conclusions for complex and non-routine transactions, maintain the company’s accounting policy framework, and assess the impact of emerging accounting standards and regulatory developments.
Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Legal, Investor Relations, business leaders, and external auditors to support accurate financial reporting, complex accounting matters, and regulatory compliance.
Support a strong control environment by partnering with Internal Audit and Finance leadership to evaluate financial reporting risks, strengthen internal controls, and support SOX compliance activities.
Drive initiatives that enhance the efficiency, scalability, and effectiveness of SEC reporting, technical accounting, and financial reporting processes.
Lead, mentor, and develop accounting professionals while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Support acquisitions, financing transactions, regulatory initiatives, and other strategic projects as required.