Controller - University of Michigan

Compass Group USA; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Plan

Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Levy, part of Compass Group USA, is seeking a Controller for University of Michigan operations in Ann Arbor. You will lead all financial operations, reporting, budgeting and internal controls, acting as a strategic partner to university leadership to drive profitability while ensuring Levy standards.

You will serve as location SME on financial completion, oversee monthly close, forecast semi-monthly, perform variance analysis, and guide operational strategies with Levy tools.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in a Finance/Accounting role or education equivalent.
• Food & Beverage experience preferred – Restaurants and/or Hospitality.
• High level of Excel literacy.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work non-standard hours as dictated by event schedule.
• Ability to hold active state liquor license where state laws are applicable.

Responsibilities

• Subject Matter Expert: Controller services as the location SME on financial completion, financial targets and financial awareness.
• Financial Reporting & Close: manage monthly and annual close process for the location, including but not limited to monthly commission or profit share calculation & payments, various balance sheet reconciliations, and Event Sales Summaries.
• Forecasting: at minimum re-forecasted financials semi-monthly.
• Financial Analysis: perform profitability analysis and variance analysis to provide actionable insights to location’s management.
• Budget: leads locations budgeting process completing once yearly.
• Compliance: support an environment of strong controls and Levy policies.
• Strategic Support: partner with location managers to advise on operational strategies, cost improvements and investment through creating new reporting and/or utilizing established Levy tools, including training department managers on basic financial acumen.
• Ad Hoc as assigned by leadership, including but not limited to operational event support.

Skills

Finance/Accounting experience

F&B experience

Excel literacy

Stakeholder management

Event schedule flexibility

Liquor license (active)

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

About Levy
The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.

Job Summary

The Controller is part of the locations leadership team responsible for managing all financial operations, reporting, budgeting, and internal controls for University of Michigan. They act as a strategic partner to University of Michigan leadership, providing financial insights to drive profitability, while ensuring compliance with Levy standards.

• Subject Matter Expert: Controller services as the location SME on financial completion, financial targets and financial awareness
• Financial Reporting & Close: manage monthly and annual close process for the location, including but not limited to monthly commission or profit share calculation & payments, various balance sheet reconciliations, and Event Sales Summaries
• Forecasting: At minimum re-forecasted financials semi-monthly
• Financial Analysis: perform profitability analysis and variance analysis to provide actionable insights to location’s management
• Budget: leads locations budgeting process completing once yearly
• Compliance: support an environment of strong controls and assist other disciplines with best practices and Levy policies
• Strategic Support: partner with location managers to advise on operational strategies, cost improvements and investment through creating new reporting and/or utilizing established Levy tools, including training department managers on basic financial acumen
• Ad Hoc as assigned by leadership, including but not limited to operational event support

Skills and Experience

• 6 + years in a Finance/Accounting role or education equivalent
• Food & Beverage Experience preferred – Restaurants and/or Hospitality
• High level of Excel literacy
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work non-standard hours as dictated by event schedule
• Ability to hold active state liquor license where state laws are applicable

At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.