Job Description: Manages the hotel’s day-to-day Accounting function, assisting the Cluster Director of Finance in providing financial leadership to the business and clear structure and direction to the Finance team. Primary responsibilities include preparation and analysis of the financial reports and reconciliations, internal and external reporting, budgeting/forecasting, audit and control, asset and liability reconciliation, working capital and cash control. Job Responsibilities: Produces accurate forecasts that enable operations to react to changes in the business. Sustains a work environment that focuses on fair and equitable treatment and associate satisfaction to enable business success. Verifies that profits and losses are documented accurately, in line with Marriott Processes and procedures. Provides assistance to the Cluster DOF in developing the annual business plan, budgets and monthly forecasts. Assists the Cluster DOF in developing the annual business plan, budgets, forecasts, financial reports, tax compliance, and profit and loss statements. Leverages strong functional leadership and communication skills to influence the management team and to lead own team. Communicates with and provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc. Verifies that team members are cross-trained to support successful daily operations. Conducts annual performance appraisals with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures. Orients hotel managers to the accounting function and coaches to effectively manage their department’s financial performance. Demonstrates leadership by using interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourages others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example. Provides direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization. Encourages open dialogue between team members. Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes. Provides analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities. Supports strategies and conducts activities to drive financial results, guest satisfaction, human capital index and market share. Celebrates successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team members. Creates a working environment that enables the retention of top talent and where individuals perform at their best. Assists in the hiring of accounting associates, and development and retention of a diverse high caliber workforce to provide strong functional expertise to the property and the discipline. Facilitates critique meetings to review results with management team. Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work and the work of the finance team. Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution, solve problems and make decisions.. Effectively manages the day to day operation of Accounting to execute finance and accounting responsibilities for the property. Produces accurate and timely financial reports to support effective decision making. Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with associates and ensures associates do the same within the team. Provides meaning or context to the financial results. Maintains a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets improve operations and profitability and manage business risks. Achieves and and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc. Works through own team and influencing department managers to ensure appropriate controls are in place to manage business risks. Job Requirements: Hotel accounting experience is essential, operational experience is also preferred but not essential. Hotel Operational Finance knowledge – previous Asst DOF or smaller hotel Director of Finance Economics and Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, P&L statements, operating budgets, forecasting and scheduling, and the reporting of financial data. Full/part-qualified accounting qualification or Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or University; or three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources Management of Financial Resources - Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures. Purchasing and Materials Management - Knowledge of practices and procedures needed to maintain material, equipment and supplies; including vendor identification and contract negotiation, supply requisition and purchasing, and inventory control (e.g., accounting and budgeting). Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Numeracy - using mathematics to solve problems, calculations, presentations etc. Computer Skills – Strong computer skills, particularly Excel and preferably Opera, PeopleSoft, Micros Analytical/Critical Thinking - The ability to gather and organize information using a logical and systematic process; recognize patterns and relationships in complex data; examine data to identify implications, problems and draw appropriate conclusions; generate alternative solutions to problems; evaluate strengths, weaknesses and consequences of alternative solutions and approaches to solving problems. Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Job Details: Company: Marriott Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Twickenham, England, United Kingdom Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here vacancyoptions.com
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