Project Accountant 1

HDR • Pensacola, FL

7d

About The Position

HDR is hiring a Project Accountant 1 to support project financial administration. The role is responsible for client invoicing, collections management, project budgeting, and accurate contract documentation, administration, and maintenance, including fee and budget entry. It also provides backup support for accounts payable coding and processing, timesheets, and expense reports.

The Project Accountant works with section and project personnel to provide timely contract performance data and resolve financial issues. The role coordinates the project accounting system within the department and works with technical staff to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. The position supports multiple project managers and staff on a daily basis and performs other duties as needed.

HDR describes itself as an employee-owned company focused on collaboration, inclusion, and creating solutions for clients and communities. Its employee network groups support belonging and participation across the organization.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a closely related field or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, spelling, and telephone skills.
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize, 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.
• Commitment to actively participating in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Local candidates.

Responsibilities

• Manage client invoicing, collections, and project budgeting.
• Provide backup assistance with accounts payable coding and processing, timesheets, and expense reports.
• Conduct accurate 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.
• Coordinate the project accounting system within the department and work with technical staff to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Assist multiple project managers and staff on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree