Project Accountant 2/Labor Compliance Specialist

Project Accountant 2

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. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Project Accountant 2, we'll count on you to:

• Work autonomously on client invoicing, collections management and project budgeting, as well as backup assistance on coding and processing A/P, time sheets, and expense reports
• Accurately 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
• Support project managers and accounting team with project initiation documents
• Schedule project meetings
• Read and understand client and internal contracts
• Have proficient knowledge of project accounting and project invoicing must be able to perform these duties autonomously
• Composes letters requesting payments and follow up with non-compliant subcontractors
• Work with LCP Tracker software to review and approve certified payroll and payroll documents
• Complete audits, calculate underpayments, fines, and penalties if applicable. Audits are then forwarded to the Department Manager for review
• Issue requests for missing and revised documentation. Correspond with the subcontractor's staff to ensure compliance
• Review and verify payroll records, benefit statements, employer training contributions, and apprenticeship paperwork to determine compliance with applicable rules and regulations utilizing LCP Tracker
• Monitor and Maintain Certified Payroll Reporting for public works projects
• Establish files reflecting all appropriate documentation
• Ensures all files are stored in appropriate project file
• Ensures subconsultant payments are applied toward DBE contractual goals
• Ensures subcontractors are appropriately registered with the DIR
• Mentor junior project accountants as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Please note this not an AP, AR or GL accounting position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Experience supervising other financial professionals beneficial
• Ensure a thorough understanding of prime contract requirements and take responsibility for effectively facilitating, administering and fulfilling all obligations
• Experience drafting subcontracts and monitoring and tracking deliverables

Required Qualifications

• Associate 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
• Familiar 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

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. 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. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.