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.
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
The Project Accountant 1 position supports the local operations Area Management, Accounting Manager and Project Accountants. The primary responsibilities of this position will be providing support 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 also includes assisting with the accurate and timely review and processing of employee timesheets, employee expense reports, accounts payable, billing and accounts receivable, internal cost recovery (postage, mileage and equipment) and various other accounting and financial management functions. This position assists the local operations accountants and 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
- Responsible for 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 & confirm documentation of collection activities.
- Assist multiple project accountants and other staff on a daily basis.
Secondary Responsibilities 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 & on-demand check requests.
- Research and communicate release of subconsultant payments to corporate finance & accounting group.
- Account for Seminars & Conferences for both in-house and external events.
- Perform internal cost recovery functions for billable project charges of vehicles & equipment.
- Monitor timesheet labor adjustments & Accounts Payable/Expense report adjustments.
- Assist, as needed, with approval of employee timesheets relative to HDR timekeeping policies & procedures.
- Review and answer questions as needed for employee expense reports relative to HDR travel & business expense policy & procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in a closely related field (Business or Accounting) or combination of education and relevant experience, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 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.
- 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.
- Oracle EBS experience a plus.
- Must be self-motivated, well-organized, detail-oriented and able to work well independently and as part of a team.
- Requires personable and professional face-to-face, telephone and email communications.
- Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information and work with a broad range of individuals throughout HDR.
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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $23.47 - $32.84 hourly depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)
Primary Location
United States-Colorado-Denver
Industry
Accounting
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Business Class
Marketing and Admin
Job Posting
Dec 22, 2023
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity in all of our offices. USA: We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law. CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.
Health and safety is also our priority. For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy. If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.
