Hospitality Finance Lead - Unit Controller

Raleigh Convention Center; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Critical Illness Coverage

Identity Theft Protection

Adoption Assistance

Hospital Indemnity Coverage

Job summary

Sodexo Live! at Raleigh Convention Center is seeking a Unit Controller to oversee the financial and operational performance of the venue, ensuring accuracy, cost controls, and policy compliance.

You will partner with operations and management to enhance profitability and efficiency under guidance from the Regional Controller. Reporting to the General Manager, you will play a key leadership role in running a profitable F&B operation and supporting audits while driving strategic financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 3–5 years of experience in a financial/controller role, preferably within the hospitality or food and beverage industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, cost accounting, and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or restaurant POS/BOH systems).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• May require occasional evenings, weekends, or holiday work, depending on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Monitor and analyze KPIs, including food cost, labor cost, and inventory turnover.
• Ensure accuracy of accounting entries and maintain compliance with internal controls.
• Analyze food, beverage, and labor costs to identify savings opportunities.
• Work with kitchen and purchasing teams to manage waste and minimize shrinkage.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports and operational metrics.
• Maintain adherence to corporate policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Act as a business partner to the Unit General Manager and operational teams.
• Participate in strategic planning, cost-benefit analysis, and profitability improvement initiatives.
• Provide insights and recommendations for improving efficiency and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Hospitality awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

Oracle

SAP

POS/BOH systems

Job description

Sodexo Live! at Raleigh Convention Center is seeking a Unit Controller to oversee the financial and operational performance of the venue, ensuring accuracy, cost controls, and policy compliance.

You will partner with operations and management to enhance profitability and efficiency under guidance from the Regional Controller. Reporting to the General Manager, you will play a key leadership role in running a profitable F&B operation and supporting audits while driving strategic financial