Director, Finance
Title: Director, Finance At KBR – We do things that matter. We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.
KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver. Think.KBR.com KBR in Australia With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities.
KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future. Learn more about KBR in Australia 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. The Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Director, Finance to provide strategic financial leadership for Australia Defence & Security Solutions (ADSS). This pivotal role will partner with executive and operational leaders to drive business performance, support sustainable growth, and enable informed commercial decision-making across a complex project-based environment.
As a key member of the leadership team, you will oversee financial strategy, planning, performance management, governance, and commercial finance activities across the business. You will provide critical insights that shape investment decisions, improve operational outcomes, and strengthen financial discipline.
Leading a team of finance professionals, you will champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and commercial excellence while ensuring strong financial controls and compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
This is a permanent full-time opportunity and can be based in Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney or Adelaide. The successful candidate must hold a Baseline security clearance or higher
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic financial leadership and commercial insight to support ADSS business objectives, growth priorities, and operational performance.
- Partner with executive and operational leaders to drive informed decision-making, improve profitability, and identify business opportunities.
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and performance management activities across the business.
- Provide financial oversight of major programs, projects, and customer contracts, supporting commercial outcomes and effective risk management.
- Deliver analysis and insights that identify trends, opportunities, and improvement initiatives to enhance business performance.
- Maintain strong financial governance, controls, compliance frameworks, and reporting standards.
- Lead the preparation and delivery of accurate financial reporting to senior leadership and corporate stakeholders.
- Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems, reporting capability, and automation initiatives.
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team while building capability and succession pathways.
- Build trusted relationships across the business and influence outcomes through clear financial advice and commercial recommendations.
- Champion a culture of safety, integrity, accountability, and responsible stewardship of company resources.
- As the ideal candidate you will bring: Essential Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related discipline.
- CA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.
- Significant experience in senior finance leadership roles within a complex project-based, services, or commercial environment.
- Proven ability to partner with executive leaders to drive business performance and strategic outcomes.
- Strong expertise across financial planning, forecasting, reporting, commercial management, and financial governance.
- Demonstrated experience managing significant budgets and delivering measurable financial outcomes.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance.
- Desirable Experience within Defence, Defence Industry, government, professional services, or similarly regulated environments.
- Experience supporting business transformation, growth initiatives, and organisational change.
- Knowledge of project accounting, contract management, and earned value management principles.
- Postgraduate qualifications in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience operating within a matrixed or global organisation.
- All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance.
- What we will offer you: A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work Flexible working Competitive salary (including annual reviews) Paid parental leave Income protection Corporate rewards Salary packaging/Novated leasing Employee stock purchase plans Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started.
- Shortlisting will take place as applications are received, therefore the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
- As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
- As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
- Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity.
- Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.