Senior Accountant - FP&A

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Permanent
Full-time

16 days ago

Title: Senior Accountant - FP&ADivisionKBR is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Subject Matter Expert to support our global operations within the Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) division. This role will provide financial leadership and strategic insight across complex, multi-million projects. The FP&A SME will contribute to driving financial performance, ensuring compliance with internal requirements, and enhancing business decision-making through accurate and timely financial planning and analysis.Summary SectionThe FP&A SME will play a critical role in supporting the financial health of the project by delivering expert-level insight into budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and strategic financial planning. The role will require working closely with project controls, operations, and senior management to provide accurate and timely financial reports. The FP&A SME will serve as a key liaison between site finance, corporate finance, and various stakeholders.Responsibilities

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual budgeting and forecasting processes for the project
Perform detailed variance analysis and provide meaningful commentary on financial performance vs. budget and forecast
Partner with project managers and operations teams to assess financial impacts of ongoing activities and support decision-making
Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data in systems and reporting tools
Present financial insights to senior management and recommend corrective actions as needed
Support implementation and continuous improvement of FP&A systems and processes

Qualifications including Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA/CMA/MBA preferred)
Experience: Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis or Project Finance
Strong proficiency in financial systems and tools, preferably Oracle, Hyperion, Power BI, and/or SAP
Demonstrated ability to independently manage financial cycles and influence cross-functional teams
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (advanced), PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications Education, Experience, & Skills:

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
Experience with Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) tools or other BI/reporting platforms
Prior involvement in budget automation, system migration, or dashboard implementation projects
Knowledge of cost control, project accounting, and capital expenditure tracking
Experience working in a Shared Services or Global Business Services (GBS) environment

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