Project Accountant

Senior Federal Project Accountant is responsible for all facets of project and contract financial management, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and HDR policies. 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 Estimates-to-Complete (ETC) & Physical Percent Complete (PPC) & schedule updates 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 Preferred Qualifications Degree in Finance, Business Administration or a related field Previous employment with an engineering firm is highly desirable Required Qualifications 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 Location & Scheduling Primary Location: United States-Kentucky-Lexington Other Locations: United States-Kentucky-Louisville, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Tennessee-Brentwood, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-Florida-Jacksonville, United States-Florida-Orlando, United States-Tennessee-Nashville Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular Legal Notice 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