Role Overview:
Your proven track record yields strong financial performance and sustainable initiatives. You’re ready for the next challenge.
Sodexo’s Campus Segment at Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, PA., is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Unit Controller to manage all accounting and financial matters for a complex single-location account. In this role, you will work directly with Sodexo leadership and campus partners to ensure accurate financial reporting, support decision-making, and contribute to the overall financial health and operational success of the unit.
Franklin and Marshall College is located in Historic Lancaster, PA. A long-term client of Sodexo, this prestigious 4-year Liberal Arts college was founded in 1787 and has approximately 2,200 students in attendance.
Lancaster City provides a beautiful and safe community in which to live. A world of culture, the arts, and nature can be found in abundance. Being centrally located between Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and Baltimore also makes it convenient.
Incentives: RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE! What You'll Do:
- Examine unit financial records to verify recorded transactions and analyze budgeting trends.
- Assist in the development and implementation of corrective action plans identified during audits.
- Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure accurate results.
- Plan or assist in planning annual or project-specific budgets.
- Generate special reports and respond to management data requests; prepare and review reports and other documentation.
- Actively listen to clients, partners, and internal teams to identify needs and resolve financial issues.
- Perform unit audits and ad hoc financial analyses to support management decisions.
What We Offer:
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- 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
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring:
The ability to:
- Conduct training on internal controls, contract interpretation, accounting procedures, and system applications.
- Provide recommendations to unit management for modifications to financial procedures, plans, and controls.
- Support General Manager and District Manager in improving profitability and resolving client billing issues.
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial data, including operating and administrative budgets.
- Maintain records and reports in compliance with Company, government, and accrediting agency standards.
- Collaborate with Buffalo Financial Service Center, Finance Director and clients to resolve invoicing and payment issues.
- Promote and uphold a zero-harm mindset in all work activities.
Who We Are:
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Minimum Education Requirement – Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Functional Experience – 2 years in accounting, finance or a related field
