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Accounting Manager

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Location
United States-California-Folsom
Employment type
full_time
Source
taleo
Posted
11/7/2026
%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan%3EAt 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%5C: What is our impact on the world?%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan%3EWatch Our Story%5C:%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://www.hdrinc.com/our-story%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan%3E%27 https%5C://www.hdrinc.com/our-story%27%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan%3EEach 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.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EAt HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world. Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose. Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cdiv class=%22ExternalClass2425C4B4BDF24248929D2D981928CDE0%22%3E%3Cdiv%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EIn the role of Accounting Manager, we%27ll count on you to%5C:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EAdvise management on financial performance of the Northern CA Water Business Group and projects. Analyze and explain the underlying reasons and implications for current financial results, metrics, KPI’s, and trends with Area Leadership.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPartner with Business Group Manager and Business Development Manager to analyze and support the monthly forecasting and annual budgeting processes including ad hoc analysis and reporting.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ESupervise, mentor and train Project Accountants and Accounting Leads specific to area accounting and project accounting obligations.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPerform specialized accounting functions and establish internal controls for accounting procedures and practices in accordance with company policies, accounting procedures and contractual obligations.%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun%5C:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EReview and analyze financial statements, forecasts and revenue recognition; participate in monthly project reviews and revenue recognition meetings.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EResponsible for audit compliance with contractual, financial and accounting requirements, which may include invoicing and reporting format, cost accounting, and financial quality control.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EMake staffing recommendations to management and participate in hiring/training.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ELead project accountants in working with project managers in reviewing project costs and proactively managing project budgets.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ESupport Project Managers with monitoring project budgets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other related financial information for projects and groups of projects; ensure contracts, amendments, and cost budgets are updated in our financial system accurately and in a timely manner; communicate and correspond with clients with respect to invoicing and project reporting as needed.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EHands on project cost accounting required in order to support workflow management of the Water Business Group%27s accounting team.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EAnalyze project cost system, research, and correct accounting related problems or issues as they arise.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPerform other duties as needed.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3Cstrong%3EPreferred Qualifications%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cdiv%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EBachelor%27s Degree in Accounting%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EMinimum of 8 years of experience required. 15 or more years of experience preferred; an advanced degree may offset years of experience%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ELeadership and management skills necessary to effectively orchestrate accounting support activities for a variety of operational driven processes and initiatives.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ESolid understanding of accounting principles is a must, preferably with project accounting experience in Architectural/Engineering industry.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPresent a demeanor, approach and attitude that focuses on customer service, creates a respectful and effective work environment and a commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EProfessional maturity and the ability to comfortably communicate and collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization and appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThis is an in-office position.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height%5C:normal;margin-bottom%5C:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:107%;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EBenefits%5C: Employee Stock Ownership, Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Paid time off (PTO), Paid holidays, Paid parental leave, Life insurance, Disability insurance.%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:107%;%22%3E#LI-MO1%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's 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
  • Proficiency with MS Office including Word and Outlook
  • 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
  • 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.

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.

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.