Project Accountant

HDR; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Project Accountant to autonomously manage client invoicing, collections, project budgeting and assist with coding AP, timesheets and expense reports. You will ensure contract documentation and budget entries are accurate and on time.

You’ll work with project teams to provide performance data, resolve financial issues and support multiple managers in a fast-paced environment while promoting HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project accounting or a similar role.
• Familiar with Earned Value Management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, spelling and telephone skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, well-organized and detail-oriented.
• Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture is essential.

Responsibilities

• Autonomously manage client invoicing, collections, and project budgeting.
• Provide backup assistance on coding and processing A/P, time sheets, and expense reports.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation, administration and budget entries.
• Provide timely project performance data and resolve financial issues with project staff.
• Coordinate the project accounting system within the department and ensure contractual compliance.
• Assist multiple project managers and staff daily; mentor junior staff.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Time management

Education

Associate degree in accounting

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

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

• Work autonomously on client invoicing, collections management and project budgeting, as well as backup assistance on coding and processing A/P, time sheets, and expense reports
• Accurately 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
• Assist multiple project managers and staff on a daily basis
• Mentor junior project accountants as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Local candidates preferred

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
• Familiar 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.

Other Locations

United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia, United States-West Virginia-Charleston

Industry

Administrative

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Marketing and Admin

Job Posting

Oct 14, 2026

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

We are an Affimitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

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