Accounting Support Specialist – Global Accounts Payable – Disbursements

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Accounting Support Specialist – Global Accounts Payable – Disbursements

Mission Technology Solutions - Defense, intelligence and space innovation technology at the speed of tomorrow.

KBR combines mission expertise with advanced digital technologies to solve the world’s toughest challenges on a global scale. KBR is a trusted national security partner for a wide array of customers across space, land, air and sea. KBR delivers innovative solutions across digital engineering and integration, rapid prototyping, mission operations, data analytics, artificial intelligence and secure logistics. At KBR, We deliver.™

KBR is seeking an Accounting Support Specialist to join our Mission Technology Solutions (MTS) Shared Services Accounting Team in Huntsville, AL. This role supports the Accounts Payable Disbursements Team by ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant vendor payments, while also providing operational accounting support across the broader AP organization. The Accounting Support Specialist requires a solid working knowledge of AP processes, payment methods, and compliance requirements, along with the ability to handle moderately complex assignments, exercise sound judgment within defined guidelines, and support cross-functional initiatives, including audit support, unclaimed property activities, credit reference requests, and cash forecasting.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently prepare and process domestic and international AP disbursements using established procedures and multiple payment methods, including checks, ACH, EFT, and wire transfers.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and validity of disbursement documentation in accordance with internal controls and compliance requirements.
• Review transaction data for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and escalate issues outside established guidelines.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries by researching issues, providing accurate information, and updating records in accordance with procedures.
• Perform moderately complex assignments and assist with cash forecasting and reporting activities.
• Support internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and cross-functional partners to support AP operational objectives.
• Perform other duties and special assignments as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• 2+ years of progressive experience in an accounting role.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with stakeholders at various organizational levels.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and customer service orientation, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to adapt to evolving processes, workload shifts, and business requirements.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed to meet departmental deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience working in an accounts payable or disbursement’s role.
• Experience using Deltek Costpoint and Hyland OnBase.
• Experience supporting Accounts Payable functions in a government contracting environment.
• Working knowledge of AP business processes and disbursement controls.
• Experience operating in a fast-paced, large-scale (multi-billion dollar) organizational environment.

Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people 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 People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

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.