Sr. Manager, Accounting
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Job Location:
Bethesda, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY
Corporate Financial Accounting (CFA) is a headquarters-based accounting department responsible for the Corporate Discipline accounting and reporting relating to various complex topics including but not limited to Marriotts investments program & services development joint ventures foreign exchange debt and Environment Social and Governance (ESG).
The Senior Manager reports to the Vice President CFA and is an integral member of the Finance team. This highly motivated individual will be responsible for financial reporting across the organization as needed due to open positions. Additionally the individual will assist in process transformation projects and other special projects. The Senior Manager willinteract with all levels of management and various departments. The position will provide exposure to many aspects of Marriott through accounting reporting and analysis of actual and forecasted results for diverse CFA departments including Investment Accounting; Global Design Finance and Accounting; Transactions and Operations Accounting; Joint Venture Accounting; Banking Accounting; Program & Services Revenue Accounting Risk Management Accounting and addition this person will take the lead on a variety of special projects and must be able to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
- As assigned manage the end-to-end accounting and reporting processes for Marriotts investments (intangibles loans and guarantees) transactions and operations (Software Relocation Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL) and Owned Leased properties and Transactions) programs and services (cost reimbursements revenue and expenses) development joint venture foreign exchange cash debt risk management and ESG groups.
- Manage monthly consolidated profit and loss reporting and analysis in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Review and analyze incoming support information and data. Partner with internal and external contributors to clarify unusual activity and resolve any issues that arise. Synthesize information for summarized outgoing reports to senior and executive management.
- Ensure compliance with Internal and External Audit requirements including Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for relevant processes. Ensure that key controls are properly performed.
- Create update and review job aids internal control and other process documentation.
- Participate in process reviews to identify opportunities and assist in the development of improvements including automation to enhance efficiency.
- Complete special reporting and analytical projects as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
KEY TALENTS AND EXPERIENCE
- Six or more years of progressive accounting experience. Job experience related to hospitality or real estate accounting and international accounting a plus.
- Prior experience managing a team in a complex service-intensive and deadline-driven environment a plus.
- Experience in a large public accounting firm strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.
- High degree of initiative personal responsibility and integrity.
- Experience with accounting in a multi-currency environment under multiple bases of accounting.
- Strong business process and documentation skills; capable of developing effective processes enhancing existing processes and producing high-quality results.
- Proven manager with the ability to provide counsel and lead a team toward the accomplishment of organizational goals and objectives and promote a positive working environment including promoting the development of team members. Motivator; inspires extraordinary performance in others.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative work environment. Ability to concisely articulate issues to a variety of individuals at multiple levels within Marriott as well as external parties.
- Ability to make decisions in a timely manner and under pressure. Comfort with challenging the status quo to improve effectiveness.
- At ease in an environment of change; supports manages and initiates change within the organization.
- Ability to sell ideas persuasively settling differences without damaging relationships; able to be direct while remaining diplomatic.
- Analytical; makes decisions using data; able to analyze and understand complex legal documents.
- Excellent PC skills: Advance knowledge of Microsoft applications including Excel Power Query Power BI Power Automate and Alteryx; Experience with Peoplesoft and Hyperion a plus.
- Able to take complex information and present it in a clear and concise manner.
- Effective problem-solving abilities; recognizes and researches problems identifies their underlying causes and recommends and implements solutions.
- Excellent organizational skills; effective in planning and managing multiple priorities to meet deadlines.
- Exceptional communication skills; communicates effectively both orally and in writing; listens to others and effectively comprehends information.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; able to build and maintain key relationships; able to influence others; team player.
- Able to work in a matrix organization partnering with resources to achieve business results through others.
- Active learner; applies past experiences to identify alternative solutions for current problems able to understand and adjust to changing priorities circumstances direction and personal styles.
- Customer service orientation with the ability to achieve and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Able to establish credibility necessary to influence and drive ideas
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
- Baccalaureate degree in Accounting Finance or related discipline required
- CPA MBA or advanced degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture talent and experiences of our are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis including disability veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Internal Audit
- Supervising
- Data Entry
- Compliance
- Customer Service
- Accounting & Finance
- General Ledger Accounting
- IFRS
- External Audit
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP
- Payroll
- Financial statement
- ACCA
- CPA
About Company
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