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Sigma Engineers and Constructors Inc

Controller

Sigma Engineers and Constructors Inc, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873

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WHAT WE NEED: Controller Sigma Engineers & Constructors is seeking a hands‑on Controller to lead the finance function for a growing engineering consulting firm. This role owns accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis.

This is a high‑impact leadership role responsible for both operational finance execution and forward‑looking financial strategy, with heavy ownership of our ERP and project accounting environment.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the activities of the accounting and payroll department for multiple companies and cost centers.

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.

Ensure accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

Own and optimize the ERP and project accounting system (currently Deltek).

Drive system improvements, automation, data integrity, and process standardization.

Maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures.

Coordinate annual audit, tax filings, and external CPA relationships.

Oversee cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships.

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax and regulatory requirements.

Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes.

Build and maintain financial models.

Develop dashboards and KPIs.

Partner with operations and department managers.

Prepare monthly executive financial reporting packages.

Support strategic initiatives such as:

Manage and develop accounting and payroll staff.

Drive continuous improvement in reporting, forecasting, and project financial management processes.

Act as a key financial advisor to executive leadership.

WHO WE NEED:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

8–12+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience.

Significant, hands‑on ERP ownership experience is required (Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint is a plus).

Experience in engineering, architecture, construction, or professional services is highly preferred.

Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.

WHO WE ARE: Founded in 1987, Sigma is a professional multi‑discipline engineering and design company that serves the petrochemical, fertilizer, and refining industries. Privately owned and operated by Engineers, Sigma's culture empowers employees and clients to choose relationships and projects that fit our values and ultimately act as an extension of our clients. Our technical resources provide unmatched quality in multi‑discipline engineering and design, in‑plant services, supplier quality inspections, field services, automation, procurement and expediting, construction management, and leadership training.

If you would like to see more of what Sigma is about visit our website at www.sigmaec.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Ability to pass pre‑employment drug/alcohol screening.

Ability to pass background screening.

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

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