Project Accountant II

hdr; Glen Allen, Vienna, Virginia Beach, Fulton (VA, VA, VA, MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Project Accountant II to manage client invoicing, collections, and project budgeting while supporting accounting processes across projects. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and collaboration with managers and project teams.

The position requires an associate degree with 5+ years of experience, familiarity with Earned Value Management, and strong MS Office skills. Mid-Atlantic residency is preferred and HDR promotes an employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 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.
• Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook.
• Ability to handle confidential information and collaborate with multiple managers in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Work autonomously on client invoicing, collections management and project budgeting, with backup assistance on coding and processing A/P, timesheets, and expense reports.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation, administration and maintenance, including fee and budget schedules.
• Provide timely contract performance data and resolve financial issues with section and project personnel.
• Coordinate the project accounting system within the department and ensure compliance with contractual requirements with technical staff.
• Assist multiple project managers and staff daily.
• Mentor junior project accountants as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking & prioritization

Self-motivated & organized

MS Office (Word & Outlook)

Confidential information handling

Education

Associate degree in related field

Tools

MS Office

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

At HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.

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 II, 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
• Maintain accurate contract documentation, administration and maintenance, including fee and budget schedules
• 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
• Preference given to candidates currently residing in the Mid-Atlantic (VA/MD/DC) Area

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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.

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

We are an Aff… . We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.