Project Accountant 2

HDR, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 68,222 - 97,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Project Accountant 2 in Denver, Colorado, responsible for overseeing project and contract financial management. The role entails ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and collaborating with Section Managers and Project Managers.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a minimum of 5 years of project accounting experience. The position provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement savings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience; an advanced degree may offset this.
• Familiar with Earned Value Management.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage all facets of project and contract financial management.
• Assist PM with billing and payment processes.
• Confirm final billing and coordinate project closeout.

Skills

Project accounting

MS Office proficiency

Oracle EBS/Hyperion experience

Earned Value Management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Associate degree in a related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

The Project Accountant 2 position is responsible for all facets of project and contract financial management. This includes ensuring accurate contract documentation, contract monitoring and maintenance, and contract administration throughout various stages of a contract life cycle. The role requires collaboration with Section Managers and Project Managers to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and to support project technical staff.

Primary Responsibilities

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
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Positive leader, who is a team player that takes initiative to provide solutions.
• Highly energetic, detail‑oriented individual with strong organizational skills.
• Local candidates preferred.
• Project accounting experience highly desired.
• Proficiency with MS Office products including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Oracle EBS/Hyperion experience a plus.
• A/E/C experience also highly desired.

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.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographic location. Colorado: $68,222.00 - $97,460.00.

Location

• Primary Location: United States – Colorado – Denver
• Other Locations: United States – Colorado – Colorado Springs, United States – Colorado – Englewood

Job Details

• Industry: Accounting
• Schedule: Full‑time
• Employee Status: Regular