Controller - Multi Location / Multi Account

Sodexo

• $74K — $96K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field or equivalent experience
  • 3 years of managing financial operations for complex or national accounts
  • Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis
  • Background in leading closing cycles, consolidations, and compliance-focused reporting
  • Leadership experience mentoring teams and enhancing financial capabilities
  • Strong communication skills and executive presence for client and senior leader interactions

Responsibilities

  • Oversee financial operations for 7 university accounts across North Carolina and Tennessee
  • Manage budgeting, forecasting, and period close processes
  • Analyze financial performance to drive profitability and efficiency
  • Create and present client-specific financial reports
  • Partner with senior leaders as a trusted financial advisor
  • Drive process improvements and automation to enhance financial performance
  • Support financial systems and technology adoption

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Opportunities for career growth and tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
Sodexo seeks a Multi-Unit District Controller to oversee finances for 7 university accounts across North Carolina and Tennessee. This role manages accounting operations, provides financial oversight, and helps drive strong business performance.

Responsible for budgeting, forecasting, period close, reporting, and financial guidance. Serves as the main finance contact for unit and district leaders. Remote role based near Raleigh, NC, with limited travel to accounts.

About the job

Join a role where you'll lead accounting and financial operations for a large, complex account or multi-site national portfolio. You'll oversee budgeting, period close, and financial reporting while partnering closely with operational leaders to drive compliance, efficiency, and profitability. This opportunity suits a finance professional who enjoys leadership, complexity, and influencing business outcomes at scale.

The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.

Pay Range: $74290 - $96140

What's in it for you
  • Lead end-to-end financial operations across a large or multi-site portfolio.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and period close processes that support strategic decisions.
  • Analyze financial performance and deliver insights that drive profitability and efficiency.
  • Create and present client-specific financial reports aligned with Project Clear requirements.
  • Partner with senior leaders as a trusted financial advisor supporting growth initiatives.
  • Drive process improvements, controls, and automation to enhance financial performance.
  • Support financial systems, cashless technology, and POS tools while guiding adoption and usage.


What you'll bring
  • Experience managing financial operations for complex, multi-unit or national accounts.
  • Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
  • Background leading closing cycles, consolidations, and compliance-focused reporting.
  • Leadership experience mentoring teams and supporting financial capability development.
  • Communication and executive presence suited for client-facing and senior leadership interactions.


Requirements
  • Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or related field or equivalent experience
  • Related Experience: 3 years


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.

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