Accounting Assistant

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day and foster a culture of inclusion across our company and communities.

Our employee-ownership model shapes how we support and care for our people. HDR’s diverse service lines include Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation, reflecting a commitment to resilient, sustainable, and forward-thinking communities worldwide. Our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth.

In the role of Accounting Assistant, you’ll support our accounting operations and help ensure accuracy and timeliness in financial processing.

• Enter and process vendor invoices accurately and timely within the accounting system.
• Verify invoice details, coding, approvals, and supporting documentation prior to processing.
• Assist with vendor inquiries and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Create and submit purchase requisitions in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor requisition status and coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely processing.
• Complete work confirmations for services performed.
• Ensure work confirmations accurately match contract terms, purchase orders, and vendor documentation.
• Reconcile Procurement Card (PCard) transactions to receipts and supporting documentation.
• Review transactions for policy compliance and proper accounting classification.
• Follow up with staff to obtain missing receipts and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist project accountants with the preparation and organization of client invoice documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized project accounting files.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

• Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects independently
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture

• Preferred Qualifications

• Local candidates preferred

HDR is our company. 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.

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  United States
  - North Carolina
  - Charlotte
• Industry: Accounting
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Marketing and Admin
• Job Posting: Jul 16, 2026

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 or arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let’s work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world’s greatest challenges and are always looking for talented people to join our global teams.