Project Accountant 2

About the role

In the role of Project Accountant 2, 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
• Accurately 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
• Cook up the project accounting system within the department and work with technical staff to ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Cook up the project accounting system within the department and work with technical staff to ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Cook up the project accounting system within the department and work with technical staff to ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Aid multiple project managers and staff on a daily basis
• Mentor junior project accountants as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Preference given to candidates who reside locally in NY/NJ

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

Requirements

Flexible and able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and collaborate with various managers in a fast-paced environment

Self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented

Proficient with MS Office including Word and Outlook

Skills

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Benefits

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.
• We have eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) helping create a sense of belonging and fostering a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.

Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which 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.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Schedule

Full-time

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