Calixto Urdiales
Tooele
Summary
Senior Project Accounting Manager recognized for securing over $40M in ITC proceeds and achieving 98% forecast accuracy through advanced modeling techniques. Proven success in automating cash flow processes, increasing reporting frequency, and driving financial governance across large-scale projects. Collaborates with diverse teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Accounting Manager
Energy Vault, Inc.
Utah
06.2023 - Current
- Lead financial governance for a multi‑regional portfolio of 20+ projects, including EPC, EEQ, LTSA/SLA, O&M, and build‑own‑operate programs exceeding $300M in value.
- Secured over $40M in ITC proceeds and supported financial reporting for $150M+ construction buildouts, ensuring audit-ready documentation and facilitating secondary market transaction support.
- Achieved 98% forecast accuracy across revenue, COGS, and P&L projections through rigorous EAC/ETC modeling and scenario evaluation.
- Evaluated ASC 606 SSP implications for a combined EPC/LTSA offering, generating an additional $2M revenue pickup and improving margin transparency.
- Identified schedule and site‑execution risks impacting COD, enabling early intervention and protecting project profitability.
- Automated cash-flow forecasting using Power Query, increasing reporting frequency from monthly to weekly and saving 10+ hours per month in administrative time.
- Implemented AI‑enabled meeting documentation workflows, improving audit support and reducing administrative burden.
- Led recurring EAC meetings, cash management reviews, and internal BOO/BOT financial review sessions to ensure alignment and accountability across financial operations.
- Provide ongoing financial mentorship to Project Execution, Procurement, and Commercial teams.
Senior Project Accountant
Cementation USA
Utah
07.2019 - 06.2023
- Managed full‑cycle accounting for mining and heavy civil projects, including accruals, WIP, cost‑to‑complete, and subcontractor performance validation.
- Recovered $1M+ in aged unpaid invoices while enhancing accounts payable recovery controls.
- Automated invoice backup preparation and package assembly, cutting processing time by 75% across regional operations.
- Developed GST reimbursement tracking system to improve visibility and minimize delays in international recovery.
- Prevented future cost discrepancies by implementing proactive cost‑identification and monitoring routines.
Lead Project Accountant
IBI Group / Arcadis
Los Angeles
02.2015 - 06.2019
- Directed financial management for transportation, public sector, and infrastructure programs, enhancing fiscal oversight for projects like LA Metro Gold Line and Port of Long Beach.
- Delivered $2M+ in cost recoveries across 100+ subcontractors and vendors through detailed reconciliation of legacy projects and overpayment audits.
- Redesigned AP review controls, preventing duplicate payments and safeguarding over $250K in project funds.
- Reduced setup and close‑out cycle times by 90% through development of automated templates and AI‑assisted documentation tools.
- Led user training sessions during PMAS to BST10 transition.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
Southern New Hampshire University
11-2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Finance
California State University, Los Angeles
CA03-2016
Skills
- Project Accounting
- Project Cost Controls
- Revenue recognition
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- EAC/ETC Validation
- Cash Flow Modeling
- Risk Assessment
- Contract financials
- NetSuite
- Deltek
- ERP Systems
- Power BI
- Advanced Excel Analytics
Websites
Timeline
Senior Project Accounting Manager
Energy Vault, Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Senior Project Accountant
Cementation USA
07.2019 - 06.2023
Lead Project Accountant
IBI Group / Arcadis
02.2015 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Accounting
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Finance
California State University, Los Angeles