Regional Accounting Manager, Projects & Budgets

HDR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Area Accounting Manager to lead accounting functions for multiple offices in a defined region and to establish internal controls aligned with company policies.

The role collaborates with the Area Operations Manager and Regional Controller to monitor ledgers, budgets, invoicing, and financial reporting, while guiding department accountants and project controllers through contractual obligations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a closely related field or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience; an advanced degree may offset years of experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for accounting functions for multiple offices in a specified region.
• Establish internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and contractual obligations.
• Work with Area Operations Manager, Department Managers and Regional Controller to monitor department ledgers, project budgets, invoicing, payables, receivables and other related financial information.
• Audit compliance with contractual requirements, which may include invoicing and reporting format, net fee projections and financial quality control.
• Review and analyze financial statements.
• Coordinate and review annual departmental budgets.
• Advise management on financial performance of departments and projects.
• Supervise the activity of department accountants and project controllers specific to project accounting and contractual obligations.
• Make staffing recommendations to management.
• Select and/or deal with vendors as needed.
• Communicate with clients regarding invoicing, receivables and project reporting as needed.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Accounting degree (preferred)

Job description

HDR is seeking an Area Accounting Manager to lead accounting functions for multiple offices in a defined region and to establish internal controls aligned with company policies.

The role collaborates with the Area Operations Manager and Regional Controller to monitor ledgers, budgets, invoicing, and financial reporting, while guiding department accountants and project controllers through contractual obligations.