Staff Accountant

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team in a full-time role. You will prepare and post journal entries, support monthly and annual closes, and analyze variances between project activity and general ledger accounts.

You will build expertise in ERP systems, reconcile balance sheets, and prepare internal financial reports, working with Corporate Accounting leadership to drive accuracy and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• Interest in developing a career in corporate accounting
• Strong organizational skills and willingness to learn
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries such as accruals, allocations, and corrections
• Support monthly and annual close activities with guidance from senior team members
• Learn how to analyze project activity versus general ledger account activity and investigate variances
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations with supervision and feedback
• Develop strong attention to detail and reconciliation discipline
• Assist in preparing internal financial reports and schedules
• Build an understanding of how data flows across accounting systems
• Partner with Corporate Accounting leadership and internal teams to resolve questions
• Participate in monthly discussions related to close timing and adjustments
• Grow professional communication skills through meetings and collaboration
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies
• Build proficiency in accounting tools such as ERP systems, reconciliation software, and Excel
• Help update documentation and procedures as you learn best practices
• Participate in team meetings and provide backup support during PTO
• Engage in firmwide initiatives such as Young Professional activities and HDR Employee Network Groups

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Excel

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Oracle EBS

Oracle EPM

Power BI

Job description

In the role of Staff Accountant, you'll be expected to:

• Prepare and post journal entries such as accruals, allocations, and corrections
• Support monthly and annual close activities with guidance from senior team members
• Learn how to analyze project activity versus general ledger account activity and investigate variances
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations with supervision and feedback
• Develop strong attention to detail and reconciliation discipline
• Assist in preparing internal financial reports and schedules
• Build an understanding of how data flows across accounting systems
• Handle ad hoc requests
• Partner with Corporate Accounting leadership and internal teams to resolve questions
• Participate in monthly discussions related to close timing and adjustments
• Grow professional communication skills through meetings and collaboration
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies
• Build proficiency in accounting tools such as ERP systems, reconciliation software, and Excel
• Help update documentation and procedures as you learn best practices
• Participate in team meetings and provide backup support during PTO
• Engage in firmwide initiatives such as Young Professional activities and HDR Employee Network Groups

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• Interest in developing a career in corporate accounting
• Strong organizational skills and willingness to learn
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Positive attitude, curiosity, and eagerness to grow
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or early experience in accounting, audit, or finance
• Interest in pursuing a CPA or similar certification (support encouraged)
• Exposure to Oracle EBS, EPM, Power BI, or similar systems

Other Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is essential

What We Believe

HDR is our company. We build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, trust, and connection to clients and communities.

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.

Job Details

Primary Location: Accounting

Industry: Accounting

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Posting: Jul 16, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories or records. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges and welcome great talent to our global teams.