Controller - Multi Unit, Multi-Service - Sodexo

Unit Description

Are you a details person? You enjoy analyzing, reviewing data, and uncovering trends that impact the bottom line.

RELOCATION ASSSTANCE AVAILABLE! 

Sodexo’s Campus Segment is seeking a detail-oriented Multi-Unit Controller located in Albany, NY. This individual will partner closely with our Unit General Managers to oversee financial matters for our growing portfolio. This Multi-Unit Controller will provide unit finance support for weekly flash projections, participation in final budget reviews, forecast updates and period close.

This Controller will serve as the primary point of contact for unit finance projections, questions and concerns. Ensures weekly and monthly financial reports are completed as well as monthly analysis of those results and detailed variance explanations are submitted within specific deadlines.

• This position will serve as the primary point of contact for unit finance projections, questions and concerns.
• Responsible for ensuring AR, AP and budgeting are in compliance with Sodexo standards.
• Prepares and analyzes all financial reports for the College
• Analyzes financial reports for all units in preparation for weekly district call to be held each week.
• Supports managers during week-end flash, researching issues, creating solutions and supporting managers through financial systems and processes for accuracy in reporting
• Provides regular direction to Managers, Chefs and Operations Managers regarding financial standings.
• Assists and communicates with District Manager each week, consolidating weekly flash variances and providing support in understanding of variances, collaborating to present variance information for weekly finance calls
• Analyzes month-end reporting for the College and all operations within the campus, provide variance explanations and corrective action plans as needed
• Complete monthly re-forecasting, support and direct general managers at each unit on monthly re-forecasting.
• Ensure all units have completed weekly reports including Measures, Flash, Forecasting, Labor Pulse reviews and Labor KPI analysis
• Provide in-person and as-needed training for general managers and unit admins & controllers
• Conducts meetings with GM’s to review all areas; food and supply cost reductions, labor and OT optimization and generation of retail sales.
• Holds team accountable for Sodexo-specific tools needed to manage business including Food Management Systems (FMS) The Market Connection programs (TMC) and Operational Metric Dashboards.
• Initiates and follows up on cost reduction strategies with management team
• Conducts routine audits of inventory and cash handling practices.
• Conduct ad-hoc reporting and analysis as needed.
• Support additional products as requested by the district manager

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Basic Functional Experience - 3 years of experience in finance, accounting or related field

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.