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At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 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.
Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.
Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.
Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst plays a critical role in driving financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, performance reporting, and strategic decision support. This highly visible position partners closely with finance leaders and business stakeholders to deliver actionable insights, evaluate business performance, and influence key operational and strategic decisions. The role supports the annual budgeting process, periodic forecasts, long-range planning activities, and management reporting while helping shape the financial foundation of a newly independent public company. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities with intellectual curiosity, business acumen, and the ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful recommendations that drive performance and growth.
This role will support a strategic business unit while partnering closely with the Corporate FP&A organization to drive planning, forecasting, performance reporting, and decision support across the enterprise. Opportunities exist to support either Exploration and Logistics (E&L), which delivers global mission operations, space exploration, engineering, and logistics solutions, or Defense and Intel (D&I), which provides mission-critical capabilities across complex defense, intelligence, and classified environments.
Trinzic is being established as an independent public company through the planned separation of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, which is expected to be completed on January 4, 2027. This role offers a rare opportunity to join the organization during a pivotal period of growth and transformation, helping establish and mature the financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance management capabilities of a newly independent public company while supporting critical government and commercial missions around the world.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the annual budgeting process, including preparation, consolidation, analysis, and reporting for corporate functions and business initiatives.
- Develop and maintain short- and long-term financial forecasts, leveraging financial models and business assumptions to support planning activities.
- Perform monthly and quarterly variance analyses comparing actual results to budget and forecast, identifying key drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Partner with business leaders, department budget owners, and cross-functional stakeholders to develop budgets, evaluate financial performance, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Prepare executive-level financial reports, dashboards, and presentations that communicate business performance, highlight emerging trends, and support strategic decision-making by senior leadership.
- Assist in the development and enhancement of financial models, planning tools, and reporting processes to improve forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Support month-end and quarter-end financial review activities, ensuring data accuracy and timely analysis of results.
- Contribute to the preparation of Annual Operating Plans (AOP), periodic forecasts, long-range plans, and strategic financial analyses.
- Evaluate financial performance against established targets and assist in identifying corrective actions to address budget variances and improve business outcomes.
- Serve as a trusted finance partner to Accounting and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment between financial plans, forecasts, operating performance, and strategic objectives.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes through automation, standardization, and best practices.
- Assist in evaluating business performance through trend analysis, scenario modeling, and key performance indicators (KPIs), providing insights that support enterprise planning and value creation initiatives.
- Lead and support financial analyses, business cases, and scenario modeling efforts that evaluate strategic initiatives, resource allocations, investments, and growth opportunities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, accounting, consulting, investment banking, or a related financial discipline.
- Experience supporting annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes within a corporate FP&A or related finance environment.
- Strong understanding of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Experience presenting financial analyses and recommendations to management and business stakeholders.
Technical & Leadership Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial models, scenario analysis, and data manipulation.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with ERP, financial planning, and reporting systems.
- Ability to synthesize large data sets and communicate insights effectively to both finance and non-finance audiences.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across functions and levels of the organization.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
- CPA, CMA, CFA, or progress toward a professional finance certification.
- Demonstrated experience leading or supporting complex budgeting and forecasting processes and delivering actionable financial insights to business stakeholders.
- Experience supporting a publicly traded company.
- Experience within government contracting, aerospace, defense, engineering, technology, or professional services industries.
- Experience supporting investor relations, board reporting, or SEC-related financial analysis.
- Experience with financial planning platforms such as Anaplan, Workday Adaptive Planning, Oracle EPM, Hyperion, or similar tools.
- Experience with business intelligence and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
- Exposure to long-range planning, strategic finance, and corporate development activities.
LOCATION
- Arlington, Virginia
- Houston, Texas
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 teams 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.
INTRODUCTION
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 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.
Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.
Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.
Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst plays a critical role in driving financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, performance reporting, and strategic decision support. This highly visible position partners closely with finance leaders and business stakeholders to deliver actionable insights, evaluate business performance, and influence key operational and strategic decisions. The role supports the annual budgeting process, periodic forecasts, long-range planning activities, and management reporting while helping shape the financial foundation of a newly independent public company. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities with intellectual curiosity, business acumen, and the ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful recommendations that drive performance and growth.
This role will support a strategic business unit while partnering closely with the Corporate FP&A organization to drive planning, forecasting, performance reporting, and decision support across the enterprise. Opportunities exist to support either Exploration and Logistics (E&L), which delivers global mission operations, space exploration, engineering, and logistics solutions, or Defense and Intel (D&I), which provides mission-critical capabilities across complex defense, intelligence, and classified environments.
Trinzic is being established as an independent public company through the planned separation of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, which is expected to be completed on January 4, 2027. This role offers a rare opportunity to join the organization during a pivotal period of growth and transformation, helping establish and mature the financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance management capabilities of a newly independent public company while supporting critical government and commercial missions around the world.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the annual budgeting process, including preparation, consolidation, analysis, and reporting for corporate functions and business initiatives.
- Develop and maintain short- and long-term financial forecasts, leveraging financial models and business assumptions to support planning activities.
- Perform monthly and quarterly variance analyses comparing actual results to budget and forecast, identifying key drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Partner with business leaders, department budget owners, and cross-functional stakeholders to develop budgets, evaluate financial performance, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Prepare executive-level financial reports, dashboards, and presentations that communicate business performance, highlight emerging trends, and support strategic decision-making by senior leadership.
- Assist in the development and enhancement of financial models, planning tools, and reporting processes to improve forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Support month-end and quarter-end financial review activities, ensuring data accuracy and timely analysis of results.
- Contribute to the preparation of Annual Operating Plans (AOP), periodic forecasts, long-range plans, and strategic financial analyses.
- Evaluate financial performance against established targets and assist in identifying corrective actions to address budget variances and improve business outcomes.
- Serve as a trusted finance partner to Accounting and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment between financial plans, forecasts, operating performance, and strategic objectives.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes through automation, standardization, and best practices.
- Assist in evaluating business performance through trend analysis, scenario modeling, and key performance indicators (KPIs), providing insights that support enterprise planning and value creation initiatives.
- Lead and support financial analyses, business cases, and scenario modeling efforts that evaluate strategic initiatives, resource allocations, investments, and growth opportunities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, accounting, consulting, investment banking, or a related financial discipline.
- Experience supporting annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes within a corporate FP&A or related finance environment.
- Strong understanding of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Experience presenting financial analyses and recommendations to management and business stakeholders.
Technical & Leadership Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial models, scenario analysis, and data manipulation.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with ERP, financial planning, and reporting systems.
- Ability to synthesize large data sets and communicate insights effectively to both finance and non-finance audiences.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across functions and levels of the organization.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
- CPA, CMA, CFA, or progress toward a professional finance certification.
- Demonstrated experience leading or supporting complex budgeting and forecasting processes and delivering actionable financial insights to business stakeholders.
- Experience supporting a publicly traded company.
- Experience within government contracting, aerospace, defense, engineering, technology, or professional services industries.
- Experience supporting investor relations, board reporting, or SEC-related financial analysis.
- Experience with financial planning platforms such as Anaplan, Workday Adaptive Planning, Oracle EPM, Hyperion, or similar tools.
- Experience with business intelligence and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
- Exposure to long-range planning, strategic finance, and corporate development activities.
LOCATION
- Arlington, Virginia
- Houston, Texas
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 teams 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Financial Planning Analyst
Align your degree to the role
FPA roles require a degree in a directly related field, not just any bachelor's. Finance, accounting, economics, or applied mathematics all support specialty occupation status. A business administration degree with no quantitative focus can trigger a Request for Evidence.
Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Your employer must pay the prevailing wage certified on the LCA. Pull the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area and experience level before you negotiate, so your offer clears DOL's Level I through Level IV wage tiers without amendments later.
Target employers with PERM history in finance
Corporate treasury departments, insurance carriers, and asset managers file PERM labor certifications for FPA roles more consistently than startups. Prioritize companies with dedicated HR immigration teams, since PERM requires documenting a recruitment process that generalist HR often struggles to execute.
Find verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate's job board to identify employers with verified LCA filing history for financial analyst roles. This filters out postings from companies that list sponsorship as a possibility but have never actually filed, saving you weeks of unproductive outreach.
Clarify CFA or CPA status before the LCA
If your offer letter lists a CFA or CPA as preferred but not required, your employer needs to confirm the degree requirement stands alone for specialty occupation purposes. USCIS scrutinizes FPA petitions where alternative qualifications suggest the role doesn't consistently require a specific degree.
Get the LCA posted before your start date
Your employer must post the certified LCA at the physical worksite for ten consecutive business days before USCIS can approve the H-1B petition. For hybrid or multi-site roles, DOL requires posting at every location where you'll work, not just headquarters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Financial Planning Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B?
Yes, provided the employer's job description requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as finance, accounting, economics, or statistics. USCIS denies FPA petitions when the posting lists a broad range of unrelated degrees as acceptable, since that suggests the role doesn't consistently require a specific body of knowledge. Your offer letter and job duties need to reflect a specialized analytical function.
Which visas can sponsor a Financial Planning Analyst working in the U.S.?
Australian citizens can use the E-3, which has no lottery and renews every two years. Canadian and Mexican nationals qualify for TN visa status under the USMCA economist or accountant categories, depending on how the role is defined. All other nationalities typically rely on the H-1B, which is subject to an annual cap and selection process. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is also possible after a few years with one employer.
How do I find Financial Planning Analyst jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history for financial analyst roles, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to sponsoring the visa process rather than those that mention it as a vague possibility.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer as a Financial Planning Analyst?
Yes. If you're already in H-1B status, a new employer can file a transfer petition and you can start working once that petition is filed, with no waiting period for approval. The new employer must file a fresh LCA at the prevailing wage for your new location before submitting the I-129 petition to USCIS. Any change in job duties or worksite requires the LCA to reflect the actual role.
Does a three-year Australian bachelor's degree qualify for FPA sponsorship?
USCIS generally accepts a three-year Australian bachelor's degree as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for specialty occupation purposes, but this is evaluated case by case. A credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization strengthens the petition. The degree must still be in a field directly related to financial planning or analysis, not a general business qualification.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Financial Planning Analyst jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.