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.

The Project Accountant 2 position is responsible for all facets of project and contract financial management. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring accurate contract documentation, contract monitoring and maintenance and contract administration during various stages of a contract life cycle. This position requires a team player who collaborates with Section Managers and Project Managers (PM) to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. This position is critical to support PMs and project technical staff in delivering accurate contract performance data and resolving financial issues. The Project Accountant 2 collaborates with local operations Area Management, Area Accounting Lead, Area Project Accounting team, and Corporate Accounting resources. This position follows practices and procedures in accordance with HDR policies, HDR best practice processes, HDR accounting principles and federal government compliance standards.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Cross-Functional Project Financial Support:
• Project Initiation: Process and prepare Project Initiation Package per contract negotiations and receipt of standardized budget package, from PM.
• Communicate project number and relevant financial data to PM, Quality, and Marketing staff.
• Confirm receipt of project documentation from PM, including: Signed Contract, Notice to proceed, Proposal, and Budget Information
• Proposal Contract Review (PCR) Form
• Internal Workshare Agreements/Subconsultant Agreements
• Invoicing Instructions/Progress Report formats (if necessary)
• Support PM, as needed, with getting subconsultant agreements/POs executed
• Participate in 0% Project Review
• Attend kick-off and team meetings as necessary

Project Execution/Project Monitoring:

• Review week-end and month-end Cost Sheets, as necessary.
• Review job costs for Labor Transfers and process as necessary
• Review and process subconsultant invoices with PM approval
• Ensure timely release of subconsultant invoices for payment
• Perform monthly billing function for all projects assigned
• Post invoices within company deadlines/mail within 24 hours of invoice release date
• Analyze & notify PM of outstanding A-R issues
• Collaborate with PM to resolve outstanding A-R issues & document comments in EBS
• Perform research and provide necessary data for PM, Area Manager and others regarding project financial status, which includes fee/budget, staffing and accounts receivable.
• Manage fee & budget updates as a result of work/scope changes & contract amendments
• Update "Pipeline" Opportunity forecast as necessary for expected contract amendments
• Assist PM as needed with updating staffing resources forecasts
• Request & assist PM in performing Earned Value calculations to monitor project progress. Additional action items may result, such as:
• Request Cost-to-Complete from PM
• Request updated resource forecast information based on revised staffing projections
• Identify and track out-of scope items through fee/budget revisions
• Participate in on-demand Project Review to discuss project deliverables and project status
• Participate in Project Reviews during life cycle of project

Project Completion:

• Confirm final billing is complete and all costs have been recorded to project
• Coordinate project closeout activities with PM

Additional Duties/Cross-Functional Accounting Support:

• Assist Area Accounting Lead with General Accounting Functions, as needed
• Assist Area Manager, Area Accounting Lead and Assistant Regional/Regional Accounting Director with project management training initiatives, information system training and process/procedure improvements
• Respond to project-financial requests from Area Manager and Assistant Regional/Regional Accounting Director
• Assist PMs, if needed, with entering PPCs and maintaining Quality schedules

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Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 5 years of experience an advanced degree may offset years of experience
• 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

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting

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.