Project Accountant

UNITED PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE, INC.; Hughson (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United Pavement Maintenance, Inc. is seeking a Project Accountant for our Hughson, CA site. You will track project costs, manage budgets, and assist with invoicing and revenue recognition to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The role requires collaboration with project managers and field teams to maintain compliant records and support month-end close activities. Strong accounting knowledge and ERP experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong project accounting and cost tracking skills.
• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Familiarity with construction or heavy civil project accounting systems.
• Analytical and data management skills for financial review.
• Effective communication and collaboration with project teams.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Degree in Accounting/Finance preferred; public works experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Track and manage project costs and budgets across multiple jobs.
• Prepare and review invoices and monitor billing accuracy.
• Support month-end close activities and revenue recognition processes.
• Reconcile job costs and maintain accurate records in accounting systems.
• Provide timely financial reports and resolve discrepancies with project managers.
• Assist with audits and documentation requests and drive process improvements.

Skills

Project accounting

Budgeting

Cost tracking

Variance analysis

A/R & A/P

Month-end close

ERP software

Data analysis

Communication

Organization

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Company Description

United Pavement Maintenance, Inc. (UPM) is a California-based heavy civil and public works contractor serving municipalities, agencies, and communities across the Central Valley and surrounding areas. The company delivers pavement and infrastructure improvements with a strong focus on quality, safety, accountability, and long‑term performance. UPM manages projects from planning and estimating through field operations and completion, working closely with owners, agencies, subcontractors, and industry partners. Built on hard work, strong relationships, and decades of industry experience, UPM continues to grow while remaining committed to the communities it serves. The company is headquartered in Hughson, California.

Role Description

The Project Accountant is a full‑time, on‑site role based in Hughson, CA. This position supports project financials, including tracking costs, preparing and reviewing invoices, monitoring budgets, and assisting with project billing and revenue recognition. The role involves processing and reconciling job cost data, supporting month‑end close activities, and maintaining accurate records in accounting and project management systems. The Project Accountant collaborates with project managers, field teams, and leadership to provide timely financial reports, resolve discrepancies, and ensure compliance with company policies and contract requirements. The role also contributes to process improvements in project accounting workflows and supports audits and documentation requests.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong project accounting and job cost skills, including budgeting, cost tracking, and variance analysis.


• Candidates should possess proficiency in general accounting functions, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and month‑end close.


• Candidates should possess experience with construction or heavy civil industry accounting systems and ERP/project management software.


• Candidates should possess solid analytical, problem‑solving, and data management skills for reviewing financial information and supporting decision‑making.


• Candidates should possess effective communication and collaboration skills to work with project managers, field staff, and external partners.


• Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.


• Relevant qualifications such as an associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field are preferred.


• Experience in public works or infrastructure projects, and familiarity with contract compliance and regulatory requirements, is beneficial.