Controller - Multi Location - Universities
About The Position
Sodexo Campus Services is seeking a strategic, detail‑driven Multi‑Site Unit Controller to support our client, Grand Canyon University, in Phoenix, AZ. This position oversees financial operations for all of our F&B operations on this large campus, with over 17,000 students. You will be operating in a dual‑reporting environment across both Sodexo and client systems. This is a business‑facing finance leadership role—one that ensures financial accuracy, operational integrity, and disciplined close execution across multiple locations. As the primary finance partner to Site General Managers, the Controller plays a critical role in driving performance, strengthening governance, and supporting operational decision‑making. This opportunity is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, highly matrixed environment, enjoys working shoulder‑to‑shoulder with operations, and brings a strong command of financial controls, analysis, and process rigor. This role is essential to maintaining financial integrity and operational discipline across a large, high‑visibility account. Success here drives: Accurate and reliable daily, weekly, and monthly reporting Credible, insight‑driven forecasting Early identification and mitigation of financial risks Strong operational financial discipline across all sites A trusted, collaborative partnership between Finance and Operations
Requirements
- Progressive accounting or finance experience supporting multi‑unit or multi‑site operations
- Food & Beverage or Hospitality accounting experience required.
- Expertise in accrual‑based accounting, financial close discipline, and balance‑sheet accuracy
- Proven ability to manage multiple cost centers, analyze trends, and clearly explain variances
- Experience thriving in high‑reporting, governance‑heavy environments with strict compliance
- Advanced Excel skills and confidence working across multiple financial and operational systems
- Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to guide operational leaders without direct authority
- Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years of experience in finance, accounting or related field
Responsibilities
- Lead financial close and governance routines across assigned sites, including Flash reporting, accruals, cost allocations, AP/payroll validation, and balance‑sheet integrity
- Deliver clear, actionable variance analysis (actuals vs. budget, forecast, and prior year) and ensure disciplined financial accuracy across all locations
- Serve as the primary finance partner to Site General Managers, conducting regular reviews, providing insight on labor and controllable costs, and identifying risks and opportunities through Flash‑to‑Actual analysis
- Support forecasting and budgeting cycles through site‑level validation, trend analysis, assumption alignment, and partnership with the Senior Finance Manager
- Strengthen controls and risk management by reviewing Direct Pay, validating payroll and overtime, monitoring committed spend, tracking KPIs, and ensuring compliance with contract and policy requirements
- Ensure reporting and data integrity through accurate GL coding, cost center alignment, audit‑ready documentation, and collaboration with Sodexo and client teams to maintain clean, reliable financial data
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
