Transportation Project Accountant 1

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging. Watch our story at Each role makes a difference. In the role of Project Accountant 1, we'll count on you to: Take responsibility for client invoicing, collections management and project budgeting, as well as backup assistance on coding and processing A/P, time sheets, 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 Coordinate with PMs for document filing in Project Wise and maintain all aspects of document control for projects Assist multiple project managers and staff on a daily basis Prepare contracts/amendments using approved company templates Monitoring and tracking deliverables Taking meeting minutes Complete tasks autonomously Perform other duties as needed This is not an AP/AR journal voucher entry position. Job responsibilities do not include general bookkeeping or payroll. Preferred Qualifications Degree in Finance, Business Administration or a related field Previous employment with an engineering firm is highly desirable 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 What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including 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 and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $52,000 – $75,000 and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles are eligible for limited benefits.) Primary Location United States—California—Irvine Industry: Transit Schedule: Full‑time Employee Status: Regular Job Posting: Nov 10, 2025 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr