Junior Project Controller

Sigmatech Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

PTO

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Sigmatech Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Project Controller to manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost performance across the organization.

You will collaborate with project managers and finance leadership to drive project success, ensuring Timely reporting and compliance with FAR/DFARS where applicable. The role requires strong Costpoint and Excel skills, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in project control or related financial role.
• Strong proficiency with Deltek Costpoint.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost performance metrics.
• Analyze project financial data and provide actionable insights to project managers and leadership.
• Prepare monthly project financial reports, including variance analyses and earned value metrics where applicable.
• Review labor, subcontractor, material, and indirect costs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support project setup, funding management, and contract modifications within Costpoint.
• Monitor project revenue, billing, and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial close activities related to project accounting.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, company policies, and government regulations.
• Collaborate with Program Managers, Contracts, Accounting, and other stakeholders to support project execution.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and analyses.

Skills

Deltek Costpoint

Microsoft Excel

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

Costpoint

Job description

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and analytical Project Controller to support the financial management and performance of projects across the organization. The Project Controller will be responsible for project budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with company and customer requirements. This role requires strong proficiency in Costpoint and Microsoft Excel, as well as the ability to collaborate with project managers and finance leadership to drive project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost performance metrics.
• Analyze project financial data and provide actionable insights to project managers and leadership.
• Prepare monthly project financial reports, including variance analyses and earned value metrics where applicable.
• Review labor, subcontractor, material, and indirect costs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support project setup, funding management, and contract modifications within Costpoint.
• Monitor project revenue, billing, and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end financial close activities related to project accounting.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, company policies, and government regulations.
• Collaborate with Program Managers, Contracts, Accounting, and other stakeholders to support project execution.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and analyses.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in project control, project accounting, program finance, or a related financial role.
• Strong proficiency with Deltek Costpoint.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting government contracts, including cost‑reimbursable and fixed‑price contracts.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS regulations.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint.
• Budgeting & Forecasting.
• Cost Management.
• Attention to Detail.
• Data Analysis.
• Time Management.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a key role within a growing government contractor supporting critical defense and aerospace programs.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and professional development opportunities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.