Senior Manager, Internal Audit & Controls
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1769, San Jacinto Street, Downtown, Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77002, United States
About KBR
KBR is a global leader in delivering science, technology, and engineering solutions to governments and top-tier commercial clients. With approximately 37,000 employees, we handle projects and missions throughout their entire lifecycle, from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis while maintaining our unwavering commitment to Zero Harm.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Senior Manager to join our Audit & Advisory Services Department in Houston, TX. This role serves as a critical partner to Finance, Operations, IT, and Executive Leadership, driving a strong control environment and supporting regulatory compliance. You will provide independent assurance over the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls across financial, operational, and compliance processes.
In this dynamic position, you will act as a trusted business partner within an engineering and consulting organization serving the energy sector. Your day-to-day involves influencing stakeholders, identifying opportunities for operational improvement, and mitigating risk. You will lead the development of audit scopes and testing strategies, presenting root cause analyses and remediation recommendations to senior leadership. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with the business acumen to navigate complex projects and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Our Culture
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These principles inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to being a People First company. This philosophy fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect, and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for this role will engage in a structured interview process designed to assess technical expertise, leadership capability, and cultural fit. This typically includes an initial screening, followed by in-depth discussions with the hiring manager and key stakeholders, and potentially a presentation or case study component.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
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A Senior Manager, Internal Audit & Controls at KBR, Inc. is responsible for the following: Evaluate effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes; Design audit scopes, risk assessments, testing strategies, and reporting deliverables; Identify operational inefficiencies, fraud risks, and control gaps in key business processes; and Support SOX 404 compliance including scoping, walkthroughs, and deficiency evaluation.
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KBR, Inc. is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE certifications strongly preferred; 8+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, SOX compliance, risk advisory, or public accounting; 3+ years of leadership or people management experience; Strong knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Section 404, ASC 606 Revenue Recognition Standard, COSO Internal Control Framework, Risk assessment methodologies, and Internal audit standards and practices; and Experience working in a publicly traded company environment.