Unit Controller 3

Unit Description

Are you a detail oriented person. You analyze and review fianancial data for maximum efficiencies, uncovering trends that impact the bottom line.

Sodexo Universities is seeking a Unit Controller 3 for oversight of the financial reporting for the University of Tulsa in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  This position will manage accounting and financial matters and provide oversight to drive financial performance.  This position will grow to support additional district operations.

This Unit Controller will provide unit finance support for weekly flash projections, participation in final budget reviews, forecast updates, period close, and ad hoc reporting (daily, weekly and monthly). This Controller will serve as the primary point of contact for unit and district finance projections, questions and concerns. Ensures weekly and monthly financial reports are completed for client and as well as monthly analysis of those results and detailed variance explanations are submitted within specific deadlines.  University experience a plus as well as the ability to manage the financial portion of client contracts.

The Unit Controller will:

• Calculating the weekly and monthly financials
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Audits
• Reconciliations
• Assisting with the month-end closing process
• AP and AR
• Work on client financial reporting, ability to present financial data to client
• Monitor and analyze financial data;
• Conduct UFS entries; unit transfers, perform reconciliations;
• Monitor accounting and finance processes/projects;
• Ensure integrity of business line internal financial reporting, prepare client income statements and billings;
• Work in a team environment to ensure department deadlines are met;
• Work pro-actively to prevent problems, and identify and implement innovative solutions;
• Set analysis standards and maintain strong business relationships;
• Foster cooperation toward achieving department and organizational goals; and/or
• Communicate with all levels of the organization.

What We Offer

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

Position Summary

Manages all accounting and financial matters for large multi-size national account or a large complex single location accountKey Duties- Examine Unit financial records to verify details of recorded transactions. Examine financial records to verify details of recorded transactions. Analyze and interpret budgeting trends.- Assist in the implementation of corrective action plans developed during an audit. Assist in the monthly/quarterly/year-end close process to ensure accuracy and integrity of results at the unit/district/region/division level. Plan or assist in planning annual or project-specific budgets- Generate special reports and respond to data requests from management. Prepare and review reports and other written documentation. Actively listen to concerns and requests of customers and strategic partners, which helps to identify their needs and requirements and to resolve their problems.- Perform unit audits. Perform ad hoc financial analysis for Unit/District management. Participate in the audit process, including assisting in identifying and resolving audit-related issues.- Conduct training on internal controls. Train accountants and field in contract interpretation, accounting procedures, system applications, and other areas - Provide Unit management with recommendations for action and/or modifications to financial procedures, plans, and controls. Provide support to GM's/DM's/RVP's/DVP's in order to ensure accurate results and help improve profitability. Provide support in resolving client billing issues, and managing and collecting receivables.- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial data and statistics, including operating and administrative budgets. Ensure that assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses for responsibility area are accurately reported and accounted. Ensure audits address areas of concern relative to the goals, performance objectives, and impact of economic, financial, and managerial programs in conformance with Company policies and procedures.- Interact with Buffalo FSC and clients to resolve invoicing and payment/remittance issues.- Maintain records and reports necessary to comply with Company, government, and accrediting agency standards, regulations, and codes.- Driving the zero harm mindset

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement – Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

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

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

Salary : $51,500 - $77,990