About the role#
HDR is hiring a Project Accounting Co-op for the Winter 2027 term. This position provides real-world experience working on projects under the direct supervision of Department Managers, Section Managers, and other professionals. You will have opportunities to connect with recent graduates and company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs.
What you'll do#
- Assist with various project accounting duties.
- Review delivery project expenditures and cross-check supporting documentation.
- Manage project set-ups, maintenance, and the transfer of labour costs.
- Update forecast information, pipelines, project task end dates, and chargeability.
- Process subconsultant invoices and handle purchase order reconciliations.
- Prepare invoice drafts for Project Managers and set up system-billing.
- Review and update billing rates and titles on invoices.
- Follow up with the project accounting team and managers regarding action items like overdue reforecasting and project closeouts.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems.
- You have completed at least 2 years of your degree with a 3.0+ GPA.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to your field of study.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Work modality: On-site.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
About HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm that provides engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. The company operates globally across sectors including healthcare, transportation, energy, and water resources. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, it employs over 17,000 people. It maintains a large network of offices to support its diverse project portfolio.
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