Finance Lead

Title:

Job Title                      Finance Lead

Reports to                   Finance Manager

Skillpool                     Finance

Company:                    KBR-Iraq
Project:                       IFMS
Location:                     Basra, Iraq
Rotation:                     28/28

Required:                    Expats

About Company

"Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets."

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide variance analysis.
• Prepare cash flow projections and ensure liquidity management.
• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll processes.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and local regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and implement recommendations.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and dashboards.
• Present financial performance and insights to senior management and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Implement financial controls to safeguard company assets.
• Assess and manage financial risks, including currency, credit, and operational risks.
• Develop strategies for risk mitigation and contingency planning.
• Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring high performance and professional development.
• Foster collaboration with other departments (procurement, operations, project controls).
• Provide financial input for business cases, investment decisions, and strategic initiatives.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions as needed.

Education, Skills & Experience:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (Master’s or CPA/CFA preferred).

Experience and Skill set

• Minimum 15 years of experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and financial software (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.