Budget Analyst

Budget Analyst

Sodexo

WEST HAVEN, CT 06516

Posted 7 months ago

  • Job Type(s)

    Full Time
  • Industry

    Accounting, Finance
  • Job Description

    Budget Analyst

    Unit Description:

    **$2500 sign onbonus**

    Sodexois seeking anIn Unit Budget Analyst - Campus Dining Services forUniversity of New Havenlocated inWest Haven, CT. Our successful candidate will have expert financial analysis skills along with a demonstrated history of successful accounting and proven implementation of strategic financial initiatives.

    This In Unit Budget Analyst position will provide unit finance support with weekly revenue/expense projections, budget process and reviews, forecast updates, period close, and ad hoc reporting (daily, weekly and monthly). This position will serve as the primary point of contact for unit finance projections, questions and concerns. Must be very comfortable with advanced finance software and other various office programs and spreadsheets. Ensures weekly and monthly operating reports are completed as well as monthly analysis of those results.

    The successful candidate will:

    • manage monthly, quarterly and annual accounting and reconciliation of the activities of current and future contracts as assigned per contract terms;
    • conduct monthly analysis of financial performance of clients or contracts assigned;
    • interact with all levels of Sodexo management as well as with the external clients for the contracts the analyst manages;
    • responsible for oversight of AR/AP and ensuring budgets are in compliance with Sodexo standards;
    • conduct client or contract specific reporting and analysis; and/or
    • conduct ad-hoc reporting and analysis as needed.

    Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:

    • display strong attention to detail;
    • have familiarity with contracts;
    • demonstrate strong Excel skills (experience with CBORD or other meal planning software is beneficial);
    • have familiarity with labor union contract and collective bargaining agreements;
    • exhibit effective communication skills (presentations, written & verbal) with all levels of management and stakeholders;
    • succeed in a team environment;
    • are customer service oriented;
    • have strong finance knowledge, as well as strong research and analytical skills;
    • adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently;
    • demonstrate excellent organizational skills;
    • can manage competing priorities and deadlines; and/or
    • generate bold, creative ideas to improve performance and processes.
    What We Offer:

    Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

    Qualifications & Requirements:

    Basic Education Requirement Associate's Degreeor equivalent experience

    Basic Functional Experience 2 years in accounting, finance or a related field


    Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.