Controller - University of Kentucky - Compass Athletics
About The Position
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [email protected]. Job SummaryJoin Compass Group North America — Be Part of a Transformational Partnership with Compass Athletics! Compass Group is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with the University of Kentucky (UK), launching July 1, 2026 — and we’re looking for talented individuals to help bring this innovative, integrated services model to life through Compass Athletics. This long-term collaboration reflects a bold vision to align and strengthen services across UK’s campus, healthcare system, and athletics programs. By bringing together foodservice, hospitality, facilities management, healthcare support, and athletics operations, we are building a more connected and dynamic environment that enhances the experience for students, staff, student-athletes, patients, fans, and the broader community. Support operational success through strong financial leadership and accountability. As the Controller, you will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance while partnering with operational leadership teams to support business objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
- 5+ years of accounting or finance leadership experience
- Knowledge of budgeting and financial reporting processes
- Experience with financial systems and analysis
- CPA preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversee accounting and financial reporting operations
- Manage budgeting and forecasting processes
- Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
- Analyze operational financial performance
- Support audits and reporting requirements
- Partner with leadership teams on financial initiatives
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
