HDR · 7 hours ago
Assistant Regional Accounting Director
Omaha, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$133K/yr - $190K/yr
5+ years expHDR is a company dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for its employee-owners. They are seeking an Assistant Regional Accounting Director to oversee core accounting activities and ensure compliance with policies and best practices while partnering with leadership to analyze financial performance.
ArchitectureConsulting
Responsibilities
Organize and direct core accounting activities for both accounting operations of multiple managed cost centers and project-financial activities
Provide assurance to the Area Manager(s)/Managing Principal(s), Regional Operations and Business Group Leadership, and the Regional Accounting Director that practices and procedures are being followed in accordance with HDR policies, HDR business standards and best practices, HDR accounting principles, contractual client obligations and government compliance standards
Receive guidance, direction and training from the Regional Accounting Director and will be responsible to assist the Regional Accounting Director with specialized duties as assigned below
Partner with Area leadership to analyze financial statements & metrics and work to continually improve performance
Possess analytical skills as well as, leadership and management skills necessary to effectively orchestrate accounting staff in the performance of various project-financial functions and Area/cost center accounting functions
Require being a team player who can leverage staff and resources to execute core functions and strategic initiatives in an efficient and effective manner
Continually work to improve processes and procedures, communicate and train respective stakeholders and work to build a consistent finance and accounting operation
Assist the Area Manager(s) and Regional Accounting Director with the production and compilation of annual operating budgets for local operations Areas
Monthly revenue review & manual revenue adjustments as needed, which includes preparation for monthly revenue recognition meetings
Organize, assist and/or lead monthly revenue recognition meetings with local Area Operations leadership teams
Review, analyze and communicate financial results with local Operations leadership with guidance and direction from Regional Accounting Director
Review Area profit/loss statements; research and report notable expense variances to Area Manager(s) and Regional Accounting Director
Research, analyze and report financial trends & statistics based on requests by Area Manager(s) with support and direction from Regional Accounting Director
Lead, mentor, train and support local Operations Accounting staff with assistance and collaboration of Regional Accounting Director
Assist Area Manager(s) and Regional Accounting Director with project management training initiatives, information system training and process/procedure improvements, which may include an emphasis on government contracting and FAR compliance, as well as compliance with FASB Revenue Standard 606
Attend and participate in Project/Business Reviews at the request of Area Manager/Managing Principal, Project Accountant or Regional Accounting Director
Oversee all facets of project and contract financial management
Perform research and provide necessary data for Project Managers, Area Managers/Managing Principals and others regarding project financial status
Resolve outstanding Accounts Receivable issues
Identify and understand Area Management financial & other reporting needs and take initiative to provide solutions
Ensure best practices, guidelines & business standards are followed in accordance with the Project Accounting Portal
Utilize Business Intelligence Projects Dashboard & PowerBI Project Accounting Dashboard (Apollo) for ongoing project reviews, business reviews and ad-hoc discussions with Project Managers
Ensure Project Closeout processes are being followed, and closeouts are being performed timely
Ensure employee timesheets are maintained & approved relative to HDR timekeeping policy & procedures in conjunction with local Payroll Group Administrators, which includes processing of timecard adjustments
Review costs and ensure employee expense reports are submitted and approved in accordance with HDR expense report procedures and HDR Travel and Business Expense Policy & Procedures
Confirm Accounts Payable functions are performed relative to HDR accounts payable procedures
Coordination with Procurement for purchase requisitions & work confirmations, as needed per Procurement policies and procedures
Ensure Internal cost recovery functions are being performed
Ensure the local production of client invoicing meets contractual requirements and HDR guidelines; support local Area Accounting Manager(s) or Project Accountant(s) as needed
Perform other duties as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's 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
Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook
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
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Degree in Accounting
CPA Certificate Holder
Minimum 8 years of experience; an advanced degree may offset years of experience
Solid understanding of accounting principles is a must, preferably with project accounting experience in A/E/C industry
Oracle EBS/Hyperion experience a plus
Positive leader, who is a team player that takes initiative to provide solutions
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.
10001+ employees
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Galen Meysenburg
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Jeff Glover
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