Unit Controller 3

Sodexo•Lafayette, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sodexo is seeking an Unit Controller 3 for the University of Louisiana Lafayette (ULL) located in Lafayette, LA. This Unit Controller with have oversight of financial and budgeting responsibilities for all operations on-site for this $16M+ campus account. Sodexo provides college campuses with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

generate bold, creative ideas to improve performance and processes.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for unit finance projections, questions and concerns.
Ensure AR, AP and budgeting are in compliance with Sodexo standards.
Prepare and analyze all financial reports for the account
Analyze financial reports for all units in preparation for weekly district call to be held each week.
Support RDM during week-end flash, researching issues, creating solutions and supporting managers through financial systems and processes for accuracy in reporting
Provide regular direction to Managers, Chefs and Operations Managers regarding financial standings.
Assist and communicate 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
Analyze month-end reporting for all operations within the campus, provide variance explanations and corrective action plans as needed
Provide 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.
Initiate and follow up on cost reduction strategies with management team
Conduct 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