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Marriott International

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a 4-year degree in Finance/Accounting with 2 years of experience, or a Master's degree in the same field with no experience required.
  • You will lead financial strategies, analyze data, manage budgets, ensure compliance, oversee audits, communicate with stakeholders, and develop team members to achieve financial goals.

Requirements

  • 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; 2 years experience in the finance and accounting or related professional area.
  • OR
  • Master's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; no work experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Functions as the property’s strategic financial business leader. The position champions, develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and property employees. The position provides the financial expertise to enable the successful implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives while maximizing the return on investment. In addition, creates and executes a business plan that is aligned with the property and brand’s business strategy and focuses on the execution of financial and accounting activities and the delivery of desirable financial results.
  • Analyzes financial data and market trends.
  • Analyzes information, forecasts sales against expenses and creates annual budget plans.
  • Compiles information, analyzes and monitors actual sales against projected sales.
  • Develops means to improve profit, including estimating cost and benefit, exploring new business opportunities, etc.
  • Analyzes differences between actual budget wages and forecasted wages for more efficient budget planning.
  • Identifies the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
  • Thinks creatively and practically to develop, execute and implement new business plans.
  • Protects and strengthens our competitive advantage by advocating and supporting sound business and financial decision making.
  • Ensures a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability.
  • Implements a system of appropriate controls to manage business risks.
  • Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
  • Communicates the strategic goals, the focus and the owner priorities to subordinates in a clear and precise manner.
  • Provides excellent leadership by assigning team members and other departments managers' clear accountability backed by appropriate authority.
  • Holds staff accountable for successful performance.
  • Supports property strategy from a finance and accounting perspective.
  • Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
  • Ensures Profits and Losses are documented accurately.
  • Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
  • Ensures appropriate corrections are made to audit results if necessary.
  • Reviews audit issues to ensure accuracy.
  • Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.
  • Generates and providing accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
  • Ensures compliance with standard and local operating procedures (SOPs and LSOPs).
  • Oversees internal, external and regulatory audit processes.
  • Ensures compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Ensures that the P&L is accurate (e.g., costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts).
  • Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders (owners, corporate, guests, etc.).
  • Understands the owners' perspective and ROI expectations.
  • Anticipates and addresses owner needs and involves ownership in key decisions.
  • Leverages strong functional leadership and communication skills to influence the executive team, the property's strategies and to lead own team.
  • Advises the GM and executive committee on existing and evolving operating/financial issues.
  • Facilitates critique meetings to review information with management team.
  • Attends owners meetings in order to provide context and explanation for financial results.
  • Attends meetings and communicates with the owners, understanding the priorities and strategic focus.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the needs of all key stakeholders.
  • Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.
  • Ensures team members are cross-trained to support successful daily operations.
  • Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
  • Ensures new hires participate in the department’s orientation program.
  • Ensures new hires receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.
  • Creates appropriate development plans which develop team members based on their individual strengths, development needs, career aspirations and abilities.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Financial Controller.

Where is the Sheraton Skyline Hotel located?

The Sheraton Skyline Hotel is located at Heathrow Airport, Bath Road, London, England, United Kingdom, UB3 5BP.

What type of schedule does this position offer?

This position offers a full-time schedule.

Is this position eligible for remote work?

No, this position is not located remotely.

What educational qualifications are required for this role?

A 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or a related major is required, or a Master's degree in Finance and Accounting or a related major with no work experience required.

How many years of experience are needed for this role?

The role requires 2 years of experience in finance and accounting or a related professional area, or no work experience if holding a Master's degree.

What are some core activities of the Financial Controller position?

Core activities include engaging in strategic planning and decision-making, leading accounting teams, developing and maintaining finance and accounting goals, managing projects and policies, and anticipating and delivering on the needs of key stakeholders.

What financial management responsibilities does the Financial Controller have?

The Financial Controller analyzes financial data and market trends, creates annual budget plans, monitors actual sales against projected sales, improves profit margins, and ensures compliance with financial regulations and standard operating procedures.

What type of leadership skills are required for this position?

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required to lead, influence, and encourage others, as well as a commitment to sound financial and business decision-making.

Does the role require participation in owner meetings?

Yes, the Financial Controller is expected to attend owners' meetings to provide context and explanation for financial results.

Are there opportunities for team development in this role?

Yes, the Financial Controller is responsible for creating development plans for team members based on their individual strengths, development needs, and career aspirations.

What is the company's stance on equal opportunity employment?

Marriott International is dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and actively fostering an environment where the unique backgrounds of associates are valued and celebrated.

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Marriott International

Travel & Leisure
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1927
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of nearly 8,300 properties under 30 leading brands spanning 138 countries and territories. Its heritage can be traced to a root beer stand opened in Washington, D.C., in 1927 by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws. Community Guidelines: We reserve the right to remove without any notice content that we determine in our sole discretion is offensive or illegal, contains personally identifiable information, trademarks or copyrights belonging to a third party, advertises a third party’s products or services, or is otherwise inappropriate. Application Tips: We encourage job seekers to protect themselves from email and recruiting scams. Please note: 1) We do not accept applications via email or fax; 2) We never ask for money as part of the application process; 3) We only contact job applicants from approved email domains.

Benefits

  • Travel Perks & Benefits

    We encourage you to explore the world around you, so we offer generous hotel and food discounts at thousands of our global properties. What a way to travel! We look after our associates, which is why we also have a comprehensive and competitive benefits program.

  • Recognition & Rewards

    Marriott recognizes success and commitment. We honor and encourage leadership and exceptional service. We also give bonuses for successful referrals and we reward long service. We believe hard work should be acknowledged.

  • Growth Opportunities

    Marriott believes in a career that flourishes with you. We also believe that wider experiences often provide a more enriching experience. We offer professional development, mentoring and training to help you get to where you want to go.