Job Description
Title:
Accounting Supervisor n
The Opportunity
n We are seeking an experienced Accounting Supervisor to join our finance team and play a key role in supporting financial reporting, statutory compliance, and internal controls across the business.
n Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will contribute to the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, support month-end and year-end processes, and help ensure compliance with Australian regulatory requirements. As part of a US-listed organisation, you will also gain exposure to a Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) control setting and work closely with both local and global finance stakeholders.
n This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced workplace and is passionate about continuous improvement, governance, and delivering high-quality financial outcomes.
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Key Responsibilities
n As the Accounting Supervisor, you will:
n Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
n • Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
n • Prepare and review financial reporting schedules and reporting packs.
n • Maintain accurate and complete general ledger records.
n • Manage balance sheet reconciliations and identify opportunities for standardisation and process improvement.
n • Analyse financial results, investigate variances, and support reporting requirements for internal stakeholders.
Statutory Reporting & Compliance
n • Assist in the preparation of annual statutory financial statements in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) and regulatory requirements.
n • Support compliance with ASIC and other regulatory reporting obligations.
n • Coordinate external audit activities and respond to auditor requests.
n • Assist with the implementation of new accounting standards and policy updates.




n • Maintain documentation supporting statutory and regulatory reporting requirements.
n • Manage local external reporting requirements, including Australian Bureau of Statistics surveys.
SOX Compliance & Internal Controls
n • Support the execution, documentation, and monitoring of SOX controls within the finance function.
n • Coordinate information requests for internal audit and SOX testing activities.
n • Assist with remediation plans arising from audit findings and control deficiencies.
n • Help ensure compliance with company policies, governance standards, and internal control requirements.
Financial Governance & Process Improvement
n • Contribute to maintaining a strong financial control environment.
n • Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and reporting accuracy.
n • Support finance systems enhancements and standardisation initiatives.
n • Promote compliance with delegated authorities and governance frameworks.
n • Build effective relationships across Finance, Internal Audit, Treasury, Tax, Shared Services, and external stakeholders.
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Qualifications, Skills and Experience
n To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Essential
n • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
n • CA or CPA qualification (or nearing completion).
n • Experience in financial accounting, external audit, or a similar role.
n • Experience preparing financial reports under AASB and/or IFRS.




n • Experience supporting external audits and regulatory reporting activities.
n • Exposure to SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.
n • Experience working within a listed, regulated, multinational, or complex corporate environment.
n • Strong ERP systems knowledge and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Highly Regarded
n • Experience working within a US-listed organisation.
n • Exposure to US GAAP reporting requirements.
n • Previous chartered accounting or audit experience.
n • Demonstrated involvement in finance transformation or process improvement initiatives.
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Why Join KBR?
n At KBR, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our success is built on a culture of caring, collaboration, trust and continuous learning, where every team member feels safe, supported, valued and empowered to thrive.
n We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people can belong, connect and grow, while doing meaningful work that makes a lasting impact on communities across Australia. Through genuine collaboration and strong partnerships with our clients, we deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for a better tomorrow.
n When you join KBR, you'll become part of a team that shares common values, works together towards a common purpose, and genuinely cares about the success and wellbeing of its people.
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Benefits include:
n • Industry leading salaries reviewed annually.
n • Flexible work arrangements (start/finish times, WFH, Flex time)
n • Salary packaging and novated leases
n • Paid professional membership fees
n • Life/Health insurance discounts
n • Employee stock purchase plans
n • Personal career development plans
n • Growth and promotion opportunities
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Help shape tomorrow by applying today!

📌 Accounting Supervisor (Adelaide)
🏢 Kbr
📍 Adelaide