Area Director of Finance &ndash Marriott International - (191103 (Gaithersburg, MD)

Area Director of Finance &ndash Marriott International - (191103

< a href s jobs.marriott.com marriott jobs 19110336 %3Flang en-us target _blank > < img src sirrat.com ps marriott.png > < a> < br> < br> < center> < center> Here is the journey withMarriott International is the world s largest hotel company with more brands more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. We believe a great career is a journey of discovery and exploration. So we ask where will your journey take you < br> < br> < b> Marriott International< b> located at < b> 9737 Washingtonian Blvd 5th Floor Gaithersburg Maryland 20878< b> is currently hiring a < b> Area Director of Finance< b> < br> < br> < b> Area Director of Finance < b> The Area Director of Finance works with the VP Finance Operations and the FinanceBusiness Partner in providing financial strategic support to the region to achieve profit and key performance goals while further enhancing owner relationships. Provide functional expertise and business perspective to help identify profitable opportunities and make optimal business decisions. Advise GM s and Directors of Finance (DFAs) on existing and evolving operating financial issues across all brands.EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONSOperational Results Deliver business and functional results Achieve annual goals and targets to ensure profitability and revenue growth Deliver against balanced scorecard and discipline initiatives to build brand equity and customer allegiance Support the execution of strategies to increase return on invested capital Manage capital and overall expenses Owner Relations Collaborate with the VP Finance Operations in the development and implementation of an owner relations strategy for the region to ensure strong owner relationships. Understand the owners perspective & ROI expectations proactively anticipate and address needs manage an effective balance between the owner s and MI s interests develop solutions that create value for both leverage resources to resolve owner relations contract issues. Financial Leadership Support the region s Finance and Accounting disciplineSupport key finance administration and reporting activities in the region with direct responsibility in the following areas annual business plan and operating budgets annual capital expenditure budgets period end processing reporting and controls. Play a key role in developing the operating budget strategy for the region and ensuring that hotels develop realistic plans and appropriately allocate resources to attain them. Lead the hotel DFAs on balance sheet review hotel audits P& L review and technical accounting and financial analysis issues. Coordinate efforts with corporate groups as appropriate Put in place appropriate processes metrics and controls to manage business risks and ensure strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets improve operations and profitability in the region Develop and implement processes and tools to enhance the region s ability to make sound business decisions and identify opportunities to increase profits. Educates property teams on profit maximization and help them identify opportunities to increase profits in their properties. Ensure that GMs and DFAs are knowledgeable about the management contract and deal structure for their property and that are in compliance with contract requirements. Implements processes necessary to provide accurate timely and meaningful financial information to key stakeholders in the region. Encourages best practice sharing among hotel controllers. Workforce Planning and Reporting Partner with VP Finance Operations and GMs to hire retain and continually develop diverse high- caliber talent that makes a strong positive impact on the organization. Anticipate future talent needs based on business growth plans and a solid assessment of current talent pipeline allocate human capital resources appropriately create plans to develop technical managerial and leadership skills of finance talent in the region. Drive strategy for staffing succession planning development and training for assistant controllers in the region. Development Assist VP Finance Operations with development activity in the region (formulation of plans monitoring modifying proformas and lending financial strategic support to optimize unit growth) Assist in the development of pre-opening and working capital budgets for new openings. Work with property team on pre-opening activities relating to finance and accounting ensuring all billing procedures are set up according to contract and surfacing potential issues to protect Marriott s interest. Candidate Profile Experience Bachelor s degree in Accounting Finance or related discipline required MBA preferred 8 years of progressive financial management experience Lodging hospitality industry knowledge preferred Excellent finance accounting and analytical skills including experience with cash management forecasting revenue management strategies capital expenditure planning and budgeting and project management Experience evaluating business trends and developing and successfully implementing new business programs and strategies that enhance financial performance. Experience managing and leading teams Ability to travel a minimum of 50% on a routine basis - with ability to travel more as business needs require. Personal Attributes and CompetenciesTranslates business needs into what needs to get done ensures that all work is completed effectively monitors the progress of work against schedules and budgets maintains high performance standard works effectively by using a highly collaborative style. Develops and maintains effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders influences without direct management authority Can negotiate skillfully in tough situations sells ideas persuasively settles differences and win concessions without damaging relationships can be both direct and forceful as well as diplomatic Fosters relationships and a positive climate to build effective teams that are committed to organizational goals and initiatives demonstrates flexibility in approach and vision steps forward to address difficult issues and guide others toward the accomplishment of identified meaningful goals. Creates an atmosphere in which timely information flows smoothly both upward and downward through the organization possesses exceptional communications skills. Works to enhance the organization s capabilities through effective staffing and through facilitating others skill development. Supports manages and initiates change within the organization taking steps to remove barriers or to accelerate its pace Actively pursues learning and self-development to enhance personal professional and business growth shares learning. LocationPrefer that ADOF reside in the region he she supports. < br> < br> Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. 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