Project Accountant

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.

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

What Makes This Role Exciting

·         Gain broad exposure to diverse portfolios through supporting projects across three operating companies in AZ, NV, and TX

·         A high-visibility role with direct collaboration with project managers and operational leadership

·         Hands-on experience within a multi-entity, nationwide PPG platform

·         Strong growth and advancement potential within a fast-paced, collaborative environment 

Skills & Qualifications

·         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

·         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

Experience

·         1–3 years of accounting experience

·         Construction or project accounting experience preferred

·         Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-project environment a plus

Education

·         Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

·         CPA track or certification a plus

Company Benefits:

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