Unit Controller- Hybrid
About The Position
The Unit Controller will support a multi-unit region, spanning Pennsylvania and Ohio, in managing core accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data. This role has a strong focus on customer invoicing, client subsidy calculations, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR) and weekly financial reporting, while also contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls. Designed for a junior-to-mid-level professional, this position offers hands-on experience across multiple areas of accounting with opportunities to grow into broader financial responsibilities. The ideal candidate excels in both strategic oversight and hands-on execution and is an independent thinker and action taker. This is a Hybrid Role, and the candidate must reside in the Philadelphia, PA or Cleveland, OH areas.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2-5 years of relevant finance or accounting experience (AP/AR experience strongly preferred)
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes
- Experience in supplier payments, invoice processing, and reconciliations
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required; familiarity with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar a plus)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to follow up effectively and work across teams
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
- High level of integrity and commitment to accuracy and compliance
Responsibilities
- Coordinates the month-end close process and variance analysis versus projection and plan
- Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
- Root case analysis of revenue, labor and operating costs variances to plan and projections
- Prepare and present the monthly projection process and annual budget
- Prepare all revenue generating client invoices for catering functions, meal vouchers, etc.
- Develop and submit monthly invoices for business unit contracts
- Process and verify all supplier invoices for payment in a timely and accurate manner
- Manage monthly accruals of unpaid invoices
- Monthly review and reconciliation of vendor statements
- Manage all AR activities including customer billing, portal uploads, and collections on past due
- Cash and Banking - manage daily cash deposits of multiple sites, credit card transaction reconciliation and weekly reporting to balance to revenue
- Manage HR related tasks: payroll processing, time off and temp labor invoicing
- Supports the Operations teams with client meetings, quarterly business reviews and budget presentations
- Lead analysis and responses to client inquiries
- Recognizes opportunity and drives improvements with Aramark supplied software tools
Benefits
- Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources.
- Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage.
- Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Food Services and Drinking Places
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
