Controller - University Of North Alabama

Location: University of North Alabama – Florence, AL

Salary: $60,000 – $67,500 per year

Other Compensation: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO

The Controller at Chartwells Higher Education will oversee the financial and accounting functions at the University of North Alabama. The role requires strong business acumen, motivation, and the ability to build working relationships with team members. The Controller will manage cash handling, reconciliation, budgeting, reporting, inventory control, payroll, and related financial activities.

• Responsible for all cash handling procedures.
• Perform reconciliation and analysis for several balance sheet accounts.
• Analyze financial results for internal and external use.
• Track and maintain monthly P/L and balance sheet activity.
• Develop forecasts and budgets, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Review general ledger and balance sheet items.
• Resolve various accounting and reconciliation issues.
• Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including fiscal close and audit reporting.
• Maintain inventory and cost control procedures.
• Oversee payroll and human resources administration.
• Perform related duties and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in revenue control, financial reporting, and cash handling, with at least 3 years in a similar capacity.
• Accounting experience in food service or retail industry required; food service operations experience a plus.
• Experience with sales analysis and reporting.
• Strong planning, organizing, and controlling of complex processes and analysis of moderately complex financial information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. POS experience a plus.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

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

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants based on abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.