Project Accountant

Pavement Preservation Group • Tolleson, AZ

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About The Position

As a Project Accountant at PPG SW, you will serve as a key financial partner to operations, helping drive project profitability, accurate forecasting, and strong financial performance across a growing organization. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with leadership across multiple operating companies while supporting a larger nationwide platform within PPG.
You will work closely with three operating companies across Arizona, Nevada, and Texas, gaining multi-entity experience and exposure to diverse project portfolios. This position provides high visibility, cross-functional collaboration, and strong growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights
• Ability to partner with non-financial stakeholders and influence decisions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
• 1–3+ years of accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of job costing, WIP reporting, and revenue recognition a plus
• Experience with Viewpoint Vista or similar ERP preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Construction or project accounting experience preferred
• Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-project environment a plus
• CPA track or certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Partner with project managers and operations leaders to monitor project budgets, costs, and profitability
• Analyze job cost performance including labor, materials, subcontractors, and overhead
• Review project forecasts and identify risks and opportunities impacting margin
• Prepare and issue pay applications and client invoices; track billing status and cash collections
• Perform WIP analysis and support revenue recognition under ASC 606
• Review weekly and monthly project profitability and variance reporting
• Participate in project review meetings with operations and leadership
• Prepare and post journal entries and assist with month-end close
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and ensure financial statement accuracy
• Support intercompany accounting transactions and reconciliations
• Review cost coding accuracy across production and administrative departments
• Assist with sales and use tax filings across multiple jurisdictions
• Support internal and external audit requests
• Continuously identify process improvements to enhance reporting and efficiency

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Performance-based incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level