HDR · 7 hours ago
Senior Federal Project Accountant
HDR is a company focused on creating a welcoming environment for its employee-owners. In the role of Senior Federal Project Accountant, you will be responsible for all facets of project and contract financial management, assisting project managers to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and maintaining project financial health.
ArchitectureConsulting
Responsibilities
Enter project budget and funding information into the accounting system based on contract documents and PM input
Generate accurate invoices in compliance with contract terms
Attend 0%/project reviews, project kick-off and team meetings as necessary
Maintain and monitor contract compliance
Monitor weekly and monthly project expenditures
Assist with procurement responsibilities as necessary; including, purchase requisitions, subconsultant agreements, and work confirmations
Ensure timely release of subconsultant invoices for payment
Analyze & notify PM of outstanding accounts receivable (AR) and document AR status
Perform research and provide necessary data for PM, Area Manager/Managing Principal and others regarding project financial status (including funding/budget and AR)
Manage forecasting, funding and budget updates as a result of work/scope changes and contract amendments
Maintain project accounting files in accordance with company policy
Request and assist PM in entering physical percent complete to monitor project progress
Confirm final billing is complete (client and subconsultants), re-budget project (if necessary) and prepare project(s) for closeout
Perform various specialized accounting functions of moderate complexity and ensure that procedures and practices are followed in accordance with company policy, accounting principles and contractual obligations
Perform other duties as needed
Qualification
Required
8 years experience in a cost accounting environment
Knowledge and understanding of Federal client billing
Knowledge and understanding of direct, indirect, allowable, and unallowable costs associated with the FAR & GAAP accounting principals
Must have strong analytical skills
Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Must be able to work independently, and take the initiative to resolve project financial issues in a timely manner
Must be able to manage project financial data for multiple projects
Must have experience supporting multiple departments within a corporation
Skilled user of Microsoft Office - Outlook, Excel, Word
Proven ability to meet deadlines, manage assigned workload, and deliver accurate and timely results
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Degree in Finance, Business Administration or a related field
Previous employment with an engineering firm is highly desirable
Benefits
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
Tuition reimbursement
Company
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
The Magnificent Mile Association
2025-11-11
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