Project Accountant

HDR • Salt Lake City, UT

56d

About The Position

HDR is seeking a Project Accountant to support project and department financial operations. The role is responsible for client invoicing, collections management, project budgeting, and contract documentation, administration, and maintenance. The Project Accountant works with section and project personnel to provide timely contract performance data and resolve financial issues, coordinates the project accounting system within the department, and collaborates with technical staff to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. The position also provides backup assistance with accounts payable coding and processing, timesheets, and expense reports, and supports multiple project managers and staff on a daily basis.

HDR describes itself as an employee-owned company committed to an inclusive, collaborative culture in which employees are welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their perspectives.

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 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 Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.
• Commitment to actively participating in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Two or more years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage client invoicing, collections, and project budgeting.
• Provide backup assistance with accounts payable coding and processing, timesheets, and expense reports.
• Prepare, administer, and maintain accurate contract documentation, 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