About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Project Accountant 1, we'll count on you to:

Primary Responsibilities include Cross-Functional Project Financial Support:

• Responsible for the creation of accurate client invoices in compliance with contract terms and accounting schedule.
• Enter project budget and funding based on information included in the contract documents and provided by Project Managers.
• Assist with research for local operations accountant manager and project accountants regarding project financial status
• Responsible for client invoicing, supporting collections management, and project budgeting
• Ensure project accounting files have appropriate documentation and project reconciliation
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Project accountants, and Project Coordinators to resolve outstanding A-R issues and confirm documentation of collection activities
• Assist multiple project accountants and other staff on a daily basis

May also fill in as a backup for General Accounting Functions:

• Perform Accounts Payable functions relative to HDR accounts payable procedures, including:
• Processing vendor invoices to the corporate finance and accounting group
• Review and assist in processing Accounts Payable transactions for sub-consultants
• Manage corporate credit card transactions and on-demand check requests
• Research and communicate the release of sub-consultant payments to corporate finance and accounting group
• Account for Seminars & Conferences for both in-house and external events
• Perform internal cost recovery functions for billable project charges of vehicles and equipment
• Monitor timesheet labor adjustments & Accounts Payable/Expense report adjustments
• Assist, as needed, with approval of employee timesheets relative to HDR timekeeping policies and procedures
• Review and answer questions as needed for employee expense reports relative to HDR travel and business expense policy and procedures

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Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field or combination of education and relevant experience
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management
• Excellent verbal and written communication including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, spelling and telephone skills
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and collaborate with various managers in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-Yr Associate degree in Business or Accounting, 4-yr Bachelor's degree preferred
• Oracle EBS experience is a plus
• Accounting experience in an A/E/C industry is desirable
• Preference given to local candidates

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.