Unit Controller 1 - Campus Segment

Unit Description
Are you a details person? You enjoy analyzing, reviewing data, and uncovering trends that impact the bottom line.

Sodexo

is seeking a

Unit Controller - Campus Segment

to support

Washington University in St. Louis, MO! !

Washington University in St. Louis ’ campuses are located near the cultural center of St. Louis, surrounded by and adjacent to museums, performance venues, vibrant entertainment and dining districts, one of the nation’s largest civic parks, and beautiful, tree-lined neighborhoods rich in history and diversity.

The campuses are well served by the region’s light rail and bus service, and have easy access to major interstate highways. In total, more than 2,000 acres and more than 150 major buildings comprise the university.

The

Unit Controller

will support the Senior Unit Controller and provide unit finance support for weekly projections as well as participate in final budget reviews, forecast updates, period close, and other office manager duties.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage monthly, quarterly and annual accounting and reconciliation of the activities of current and future contracts as assigned per contract terms

Conduct monthly analysis of financial performance of clients or contracts assigned

Work with Supply Managers and National Account Executives (NAE) to ensure all client volume is being received

Interact with all levels of management including NAE of each program, Regional Account Managers, corporate finance, Financial Service Center personnel as well as with the external clients for the contracts the analyst manages

Conduct client or contract specific reporting and analysis; and/or

Conduct ad-hoc reporting and analysis as needed

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:

Pay attention to detail

Have expert analytical skills along with a demonstrated history with a successful accounting background managing multiple million-dollar accounts

Are very comfortable with Excel (Pivot table experience a plus)

Demonstrate strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, modeling required0: Access database knowledge preferred

Have effective communication skills (written & verbal)

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 generate bold, creative ideas to improve performance and processes

At Sodexo, we believe every employee should have the resources to be their best. As part of our overall rewards, we offer benefits programs designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle including health, dental and vision insurance. We also offer other benefits like paid time off, financial and savings programs, 401k, and access to our employee assistance program and other discounts.

Not the job for you? At Sodexo, we offer Food Service Management and Catering positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search for Food Service Management jobs. Working for Sodexo: Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities. At Sodexo, you will find the ingredients for a great career in food service management specializing in Catering. With benefits including schedules that encourage work-life balance and continuing education opportunities, you’ll enjoy an improved quality of life that’s unique in the hospitality industry.

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.

Qualifications & Requirements
Basic Education Requirement - High School Diploma, GED or equivalentSodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

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