Description
JOB SUMMARY
The position champions and implements propertywide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand's target customer and property employees. The role provides financial expertise to support the successful implementation of the brand service strategy and initiatives while maximizing return on investment.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
Four-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or a related major; no work experience required.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Supporting Strategic Planning and Decision Making
- Analyzes financial data and market trends.
- Assists in analyzing information, forecasts sales against expenses, and creates annual budget plans.
- Compiles, analyzes, and monitors actual sales against projected sales.
- Assists in developing means to improve profit, including estimating costs and benefits, exploring new business opportunities, etc.
- Analyzes differences between actual budget wages and forecasted wages for more efficient budget planning.
- Thinks creatively and practically to develop, execute, and implement new business plans.
- Supports sound business and financial decision-making to protect and strengthen our competitive advantage.
- Implements appropriate controls to manage business risks.
Leading Accounting Teams
- Uses interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decisions; demonstrates honesty and integrity; leads by example.
- Communicates goals and owner priorities clearly to subordinates.
- Provides leadership by assigning clear accountability to team members and managers, backed by appropriate authority.
- Holds staff accountable for performance.
Developing and Maintaining Finance and Accounting Goals
- Supports property strategy from a finance and accounting perspective.
- Submits reports timely, ensuring delivery deadlines are met.
- Ensures profits and losses are documented accurately.
- Achieves and exceeds goals, including performance, budget, and team goals.
- Makes necessary corrections to audit results if needed.
- Reviews audit issues for accuracy.
Managing Projects and Policies
- Monitors applicable taxes, ensuring they are current, collected, and/or accrued.
- Generates and provides accurate, timely reports and presentations.
- Ensures compliance with SOPs and LSOPs.
- Oversees internal, external, and regulatory audits.
- Ensures the accuracy of the P&L, with costs properly matched to revenue and recorded in proper accounts.
Anticipating and Delivering on Stakeholders' Needs
- Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders (owners, corporate, guests, etc.).
- Understands owners' perspectives and ROI expectations.
- Addresses owner needs and involves ownership in key decisions.
- Uses strong leadership and communication skills to influence the executive team and property strategies.
- Advises the GM and executive committee on operational and financial issues.
- Facilitates meetings to review information with management.
- Attends owners' meetings to provide financial context and explanations.
- Communicates effectively with owners, understanding their priorities and strategic focus.
- Demonstrates a commitment to meeting all stakeholders' needs.
- Communicates financial concepts clearly and persuasively to drive desired behaviors.
Managing Human Resources Activities
- Ensures team members are cross-trained for daily operations.
- Administers property policies fairly and consistently.
- Ensures new hires participate in orientation and receive proper training.
- Develops plans for individual team member development based on strengths, needs, and aspirations.
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunities. We foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued. Our commitment includes nondiscrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other legal protections.