Project Accountant

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, and we are empowered to bring our authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we consider the impact we have on the world.

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

• Take responsibility for client invoicing, collections management and project budgeting, as well as backup assistance on coding and processing A/P, time sheets, and expense reports
• Conduct accurate contract documentation, administration and maintenance including fee and budget entry
• Work with section and project personnel to provide timely contract performance data and resolve financial issues
• Coordinate the project accounting system within the department and work with technical staff to ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Coordinate with PMs for document filing in Project Wise and maintain all aspects of document control for projects
• Assist multiple project managers and staff on a daily basis
• Prepare contracts/amendments using approved company templates
• Monitoring and tracking deliverables
• Perform other duties as needed

This is not an AP/AR journal voucher entry position. Job responsibilities do not include general bookkeeping or payroll.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Business Administration or a related field
• Previous employment with an engineering firm is highly desirable

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

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary

Location:

United States-California-Irvine

Industry: Transit

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:
Regular

Business Class:
Marketing and Admin

Job Posting:
May 21, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.