Unit Controller 3

Sodexo Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000

Job description

Role Overview

You’re a details person. You analyze and review data, uncovering trends that impact the bottom line.

Sodexo Universities is seeking an experienced and career-focused Unit Controller 3 to support Campus Dining locations at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, an urban college campus that cares about its students, faculty, and the community, located in Downtown Birmingham, Alabama! UAB is internationally renowned and the first Health Promoting University in the United States. UAB has an enrollment of over 20,000 students gaining education and personal development. Our campus dining program consists of multiple retail outlets, high-end catering, and residential dining. UAB has a very ambitious client with incredible vision, engagement, innovation, and creativity.

The position will operate within the Dining Leadership team and report to the Resident District Manager.

What You'll Do

• 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 account.
• Analyzes financial reports for all units in preparation for weekly district calls.
• Supports RDM during weekend 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 Resident 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 all operations within the campus, providing variance explanations and corrective action plans as needed.
• Completes monthly re-forecasting, supporting and directing the Resident District Manager.
• Provides in-person and as-needed training for general managers and unit admins & controllers.
• Management Systems (FMS), The Market Connection programs (TMC), and Operational Metric Dashboards.
• Initiates and follows up on cost reduction strategies with the management team.
• Conducts routine audits of inventory and cash handling practices.
• Conducts ad-hoc reporting and analysis as needed.
• Supports 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.

What You Bring

• Pay attention to detail.
• Demonstrate strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, modeling) required; Access database knowledge preferred.
• Have effective communication skills (written & verbal).
• Succeed in a team environment.
• Are customer service oriented.
• Have strong finance knowledge, as well as strong research and analytical skills.
• Adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills.
• Can manage competing priorities and deadlines; and/or generate bold, creative ideas to improve performance and processes.

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement – Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.

Minimum Functional Experience – 2 years in accounting, finance, or a related field.