Federal Project Accounting Manager

Federal Project Accounting Manager

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the 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.

The Federal Project Accounting Manager position is responsible for organizing, performing and managing the accounting activities of the Federal Services Group (FSG). This includes, but is not limited to, performing project accounting functions as required, management and training of Federal Project Accountants, working with corporate and operations accounting as appropriate to provide accurate and timely information throughout project / program lifecycle along with various other accounting and financial management functions. In addition to an individual that possesses analytical skills, this individual must also possess leadership and management skills necessary to effectively orchestrate Federal Project Accounting staff in the performance of various project financial functions. This position requires a team player who collaborates with the FSG Contracting and Procurement groups, the Operations Accounting Director & Regional Accounting Directors / Assistant Regional Accounting Directors to provide timely and accurate project information as requested. Beyond these core responsibilities, specialized duties and functions requisite for this position are as follows :

Project Accounting Functions :

• Initiate project setup in Oracle EBS / Pronto UI-App based on information received from Project Manager / Cost Center and FSG Contracting.
• Generate monthly invoices in accordance with contract terms adhering to client and HDR requirements and deadlines.
• Analyze and interpret financial performance of projects, which includes evaluation of Working Forecast (Estimate-to-Complete / Estimate-at-Completion) and Earned Value (Physical Percent Complete).
• Perform various specialized accounting functions of moderate complexity and ensure that procedures and practices are followed in accordance with HDR policies, HDR business standards and best practices, accounting principles and contractual obligations maintaining compliance with Federal Program requirements.
• Provide support as needed to Federal Project Accountants in all project accounting areas of the project lifecycle including but not limited to project setup, project execution, client invoicing, contracts and procurement support, accounts receivable and project closeout.
• Assist accountants with purchase requisitions, purchase orders, work confirmations and AP processing.
• In collaboration with Project Accountants, provide timely updates of outstanding Accounts Receivables to Federal Operations Directors as requested and ensuring financial system notes reflect all steps taken to collect payment.
• Attend & participate in Project and / or Business Reviews as necessary and appropriate based on size and complexity of client engagement and connection to local operations.

Specialized Federal Accounting Functions :

Cross-Functional Project Financial Support :

Additional Duties :

Required Qualifications :

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each others 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. 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.