CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Maintaining Marketing & Sales Finance Goals
Accounting and Reporting
Assists Director of Finance (DOF) with Period, Quarter and Year-end closing procedures.
Review balance sheet accounts for M&S units.
Responsible for period-end variance analysis for the assigned M&S Units.
Prepare BUVAR reports for the assigned M&S Units.
Prepare management incentive & commission calculations
Planning and Analysis
Prepare and manage forecast/budget/LRP for the assigned M&S Units.
Assist in developing/improving planning model/tool.
Review the periodic compensation plans.
Prepare ad hoc analysis as per business needs on specific projects.
Manage cross-functional projects.
Internal Controls
Assist in streamlining and improving processes to improve control and efficiency
Assist in aligning accounting policies, SOPs and practices across Sites
Marketing & Sales Support
Monitor and control project budgets, commitments and final costs
Respond to and where applicable, solve issues on business requests
People Management
Provides direction, guidance and coaching to business partners
Be an Ambassador for the Finance (M&S)
Additional Responsibilities
Perform analysis on an ad hoc basis as required by the business.
It is foreseeable that this job could take on more duties as the company grows, in the area of analysis or general accounting.
Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Informs and/or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.
Creates written and verbal presentations effectively.
Demonstrates a high level of professionalism at all times.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
The education, experience, skills and attributes important for this position are:
Degree in Accounting or Finance with at least 1 years of relevant working experience.
Financial Analyst or FP&A experience preferred.
Experience with US Multi-National Corporation preferred.
Strong Excel skill is required (Advanced Level).
Able to build and maintain excellent rapport with all levels of associates.
A team player with ability to collaborate with senior management, functional departments and external partners.
Motivated self-starter, resourceful and independent.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Effective conflict management skills.
Well-organised and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.
Strong business integrity and holds sensitive information in confidence.
Understands and possesses the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES
Leadership
Professional Demeanor - Exhibiting behavioral styles that convey confidence and command respect from others; making a good first impression and representing Marriott in alignment with its values.
Problem Solving and Decision Making - Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; obtaining and comparing information from different sources to draw conclusions, develop and evaluate alternatives and solutions, solve problems, and choose a course of action.
Adaptability - Maintaining performance level under pressure or when experiencing changes or challenges in the workplace.
Managing Execution
Driving for Results - Setting high standards of performance for self and/or others; assuming responsibility for work objectives; initiating, focusing, and monitoring the efforts of self and/or others toward the accomplishment goals; proactively taking action and going beyond what is required
Building and Contributing to Teams - Leading and participating as a member of a team to move toward the completion of common goals while fostering cohesion and collaboration among team members.
Building Relationships
Coworker Relationships - Interacting with others in a way that builds openness, trust, and confidence in the pursuit of organizational goals and lasting relationships.
Customer Relationships - Developing and sustaining relationships based on an understanding of customer needs and actions consistent with Marriott's Spirit to Serve.
Fostering Inclusion - Supporting associates with diverse styles, abilities, motivations, and/or cultural perspectives; leveraging personal differences to achieve objectives; and promoting a work environment where all associates are given the opportunity to contribute to their full potential.
Learning and Applying Personal Expertise
Technical Acumen - Understanding and utilizing professional skills and knowledge in a specific functional area to conduct and manage everyday business operations and generate innovative solutions to approach function-specific work challenges.
Auditing and Reconciliation - The ability to recognize, research, and resolve discrepancies in financial data, and create flow charts on main accounting and control cycles (A/R, AP, Cash) to facilitate understanding of key control points.
General Finance and Accounting - The ability to perform bookkeeping procedures, proficiently use financial systems technology, and accurately complete general ledger entries; knowledge of database structures in order to obtain financial queries; establish Cash flow statements and cash flow forecast with a good understanding the financials flows and the working capital needs.
Analysis - The ability to create and maintain spreadsheets as well as analyze and summarize financial data using appropriate financial software.
Accounting Knowledge - Knowledge of general accounting principles and current company accounting policies and procedures. This includes general accounting and financial reporting, auditing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Accounting and Internal Control Knowledge - Knowledge of local Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (local GAAP), Marriott International Policies (MIP), and International Standard Operating Procedures (ISOPs).
Auditing Skills - The ability to perform auditing procedures, including the ability to recognize, research, and resolve discrepancies in financial data.
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable - Knowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, including knowledge of subledger reconciliation and controls.
Basic Competencies - Fundamental competencies required for accomplishing basic work activities.
Basic Computer Skills - Using basic computer hardware and software (e.g., personal computers, word processing software, Internet browsers, etc.).
Mathematical Reasoning - The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly, correctly, and in a way that allows one to solve work-related issues.
Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
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