Controller

Confidential Client; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable contractor in Baton Rouge is seeking a Controller to enhance internal controls and financial processes. This mid-senior level role requires strong financial expertise, oversight of accounting operations, and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in accounting, with CPA or CMA preferred. This full-time position offers competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• CPA or CMA designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
• Manage annual budget and forecast preparations.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Planning

Organizational Abilities

Project Management

Team Influence

Training Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

CPA or CMA designation

Job description

Established, reputable Baton Rouge contractor is seeking a Controller for a rapidly growing business to strengthen internal controls and elevate financial processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong financial professional with 5+ years of experience to enhance internal controls and assume a challenging business role.

Summary: The controller is responsible for the company's accounting operations, including oversight of all accounting functions, financial reporting, maintaining the accounting system, record keeping, implementing controls to mitigate risk, ensuring accuracy of financial results, and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent planning and organizational abilities
• Capability to manage multiple projects
• Positive influence on team members
• Consistent and stable work history
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Effective training and communication skills

Compliance and Reporting Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits
• Monitor debt levels and ensure compliance with debt covenants
• Meet local, state, and federal reporting requirements, including tax filings and sales tax reporting
• Issue timely and accurate financial statements
• Manage the annual budget and forecast preparations
• Provide financial analysis for capital investments, pricing, and contracts

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant accounting experience
• CPA or CMA designation preferred
• Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Functions

• Accounting/Auditing, Finance, Management

Industry

• Construction