About UAt HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Position Overview

HDR has a need for an entry level accountant to join our high-performing Washington accounting team. For the right candidate, this position will present a great opportunity for building strong business acumen in the field of cost accounting and will provide significant growth potential. As a Project Accountant 1, you will play a critical role in HDR's operations and develop strong relationships with our technical staff to help our teams and our clients, reach their financial goals. This person will partner directly with our Project Managers to provide contracting and accounting support for some of the most complex and regionally significant projects in the state of Washington, many of which are directly impacting the communities we live in.

Primary ResponsibilitieIn the role of Project Accountant 1, we'll count on you to:

• Provide effective, efficient, and professional support services to all internal and external customers
• Team with Project Managers to support pricing and calculate profitability for potential projects
• Perform project set up and other project initiation tasks
• Prepare and package invoices with the required Client back up and provide other billing support
• Assist in AR collection
• Review and process subconsultant invoices
• Responsible for records management for accounting and contract related documents and files
• Assist Project Managers to monitor the financial health of their projects including forecasting cost at completion estimates and planned versus actual budget analysis
• Provide detailed analysis and reporting on project financial status within HDR's established accounting system or other developed tracking tools
• Serve as the centralized point of contact for accounting or contract related questions or tasks
• Coordinate, track and document Prime Consultant and/or Client agreement reviews with legal department, project team and business group managers
• Prepare and coordinate subconsultant agreements
• Perform other, as needed, accounting and contracting administration support

Qualifications

Required 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
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

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 off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $24 - $35 hourly depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)