Project Accountant I: Invoicing, Budgets & Earned Value

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Project Accountant 1 to join our team. You will manage client invoicing, collections, and project budgeting, with backup for A/P, time sheets, and expense reporting.

You will collaborate with project personnel to provide timely performance data and ensure contractual compliance, supporting multiple project managers in a fast-paced, employee-owned environment. This role requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle confidential information

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assist multiple project managers and staff on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Job description

HDR is seeking a Project Accountant 1 to join our team. You will manage client invoicing, collections, and project budgeting, with backup for A/P, time sheets, and expense reporting.

You will collaborate with project personnel to provide timely performance data and ensure contractual compliance, supporting multiple project managers in a fast-paced, employee-owned environment. This role requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle confidential information