Regional Controller - Southwest

Job Listing: Regional Controller

At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.

Location: We are seeking an experienced Regional Controller for the Southwest Market. 

Job Overview:

The Regional Controller is charged with direct responsibility for the financial affairs of multiple units within an assigned region. They are responsible for overseeing and directing the activities of Unit Controllers and Accounting Staff in the areas of cash management, credit transactions, general ledger entries, tax and compliance, payroll, accounts payable and receivable and financial analysis and reporting.

The Regional Controller is accountable for developing and implementing budgets and capital expense plans. They will ensure consistency and continuity across their region, and will approve key personnel decisions and expenditures. The Regional Controller will partner closely with senior operations staff to establish fiscal priorities for each unit, and will interface regularly with Unit Controllers and Accounting Staff to evaluate and support their on-going performance.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead financial oversight for multiple venues, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Accountable for developing and implementing budgets and capital expense plans.
• Ensure consistency and continuity across their region, and will approve key personnel decisions and expenditures.
• Partner closely with senior operations staff to establish fiscal priorities for each unit, and will interface regularly with Unit Controllers and Accounting Staff to evaluate and support their on-going performance.
• Manage accounting functions: general ledger, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and tax compliance.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP and internal financial policies.
• Provide financial reporting and insights to support operational decisions.
• Collaborate with venue leadership to drive cost control and revenue optimization.
• Supervise and mentor unit controllers and finance staff across the region.
• Support audits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Implement systems and processes to improve financial performance and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or related field of study.
• CPA preferred, or appropriate combination of education and work experience to support on the job effectiveness.
• 5-10 years' previous work experience as a Controller, with multi-unit responsibilities.
• Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, to include Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Strong ability to analyze financial data and prepare ad-hoc financial reports, statements and projections as needed
• Excellent knowledge of EXCEL/ACCESS and Microsoft Office Suite software, A/P, A/R, Payroll, G/L and cash handling; Lawson system experience is highly desired.
• Knowledge of POS system, Time and Attendance systems and operation of digital devices such as registers and time clocks is helpful.
• Initiative in identifying and resolving problems timely and effectively.
• Ability to prioritize and successfully manage multiple and competing priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter who can work independently and on several tasks/projects simultaneously, and who can contribute to functional areas of the business outside of the finance area.
• Initiative in identifying and resolving problems timely and effectively.

Why Join Sodexo Live!?

At Sodexo Live!, we're proud to be experience makers, creating unforgettable moments for people across a wide range of industries and events. We bring that same commitment to our team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package that begins on day one, additional benefits include:

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.