Senior Director, Finance & Accounting, Technology Business Mgmt
Company Name:
Marriott International
Senior Director, Finance & Accounting - Technology Business Management
It's a powerful feeling, to belong. It's inspiring people to do more than they thought they could. It's leading the way by rolling up your sleeves to accomplish a common goal. It's taking a passion and turning it into your vision. Belonging is what it feels like to work at Marriott. If this sounds like the place for you, join us.
The Bethesda-Marriott International HQ located at
10400 Fernwood Road,
Bethesda,MD, 20817
is currently hiring Senior Director, Finance & Accounting - Technology Business Management.
Responsibilities include:
POSITION SUMMARY
As a senior member of the Finance Business Partner group for Information Technology (FBP iT), the Senior Director, FBP iT-Manage/Enable will be the primary finance business partner to the senior leadership teams for the Manage/Enable organization in iT and also will oversee the Budgeting & Forecasting across all of iT, as well as the overall governance and compliance. The Manage/Enable group focuses on iT Business Management which includes: iT Policies, iT Governance, Sourcing Governance, Audit & Compliance, Risk Management, and Business Consultancy. This person would also be the finance lead for any iT HR initiatives. The Senior Director will have primary financial oversight responsibilities for the Manage/Enable group's business functions and all related programs and services and will partner with the business leads in the development, implementation and ongoing oversight for all financial and operational business strategies and controls. He/She will also partner closely with finance leads within the FBP iT group to leverage resources as needed (e.g., reporting, financial analysis, business analysis, etc.).
In addition to being the Finance Business Partner for Manage/Enable and iT HR, he/she will oversee the budgeting and forecasting processes across iT . He/she will lead the iT team in the business planning, operating budgeting, forecasting and capital expenditures budgeting processes. He/she also will manage the overall governance will work toward an effective data governance process that improves operational efficiency, application effectiveness while minimizing risk and assuring that senior executives, business leaders and hotel operators get the right information at the right time in the right way for the purpose at hand, utilizing a single data framework for the entire organization.
As part of the FBP iT, the Senior Director will coordinate with and support multiple stakeholders including continent and corporate leadership and discipline teams and external stakeholders. She/he must be adept at tapping diverse sources of information, identifying profitable opportunities, anticipating challenges, devising and executing breakthrough strategies/approaches to deliver against the current and future business priorities, and engaging and partnering with key business leaders and owners, thereby strengthening Marriott's competitive advantage through excellence in financial management.
EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
Assume oversight for all financial aspects associated with the Run business groups within iT. The Senior Director will partner with the FBP iT leads of Financial Analysis, Budgeting & Forecasting and Special Projects to ensure the proper execution of the development, communications, and monitoring of the annual budgeting & forecasting process, the annual charge-out rate analysis, program analysis and review, annual audits, owner and franchisee inquiries and all related reporting and financial controls for Run.
Partner with FBP iT leads to ensure the accuracy of the reporting and analysis of the Run's financial performance and developing actionable recommendations to address identified business challenges and opportunities. Partner with other Global Finance groups, as appropriate, to develop and operationalize the appropriate financial control and cost monitoring and reporting systems within iT to ensure MI financials accurately reflect Run's operating results, programs and services costs, as well as appropriate cost recovery where applicable.
Provide strategy and guidance to iT during annual operating budget, business plan and year-end true-up processes. Ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement in managing the end-to-end operating budgeting process including development of the annual operating budget timeline, communication of strategy and guidelines, development and enhancement of budget tools and techniques, and coordination of iT budget reviews and approvals.
Oversee the Budgeting & Forecasting team, which develops annual budget guidelines, processes and appropriate training for iT; partners with iT leaders to ensure they are knowledgeable about their budgets and impacts/potential impacts due to changes; the ongoing monitoring, measuring and forecasting of iT's' financial performance and the development and implementation of actionable recommendations to address identified business challenges and opportunities.
Provides assistance to iT leads in the ongoing management of Capex funding; manages end-end capital budgeting process including development of annual capex budget timeline, communication of capital strategy and guidelines, development and enhancement of budget tools and techniques, and coordination of budget reviews and approval process.
Partner with Sr FBP and iT senior leaders to develop global framework and strategy to develop and document processes, communicate and share information, and establish long term financial road map for iT that will serve the practical business purposes of the organization and be sustainable over time.
Partner with AHS' Capital Accounting team to ensure that capital accounting processes are clearly defined and operating effectively
Develops/utilizes consistent budgeting and forecasting tools across iT , variance analyses, etc. to help identify business challenges and opportunities, help drive business decisions, and ensuring the right financial approaches and resources are utlizied.
Translate business priorities and new programs and services for Run into financial plans actions, work product and appropriate funding sources to drive maximum value and to mitigate risk for Marriott.
Build and develop Key Business Indicators (KBIs), tools and processes for monitoring the current and projecting the future financial health of the business, identifying potential risks and opportunities, and identifying options for action. Establish processes to proactively identify financial risks to the business and creatively resolve risk.
Build, direct and/or support financial processes and analytic capabilities to ensure sound business and financial decisions are made and financial objectives are met or exceeded. Identify opportunities for improved profitability.
Partners with the Sr. FBP, iT in the management and execution of key financial business processes across iT, helping to ensure sound decision making around the disciplines financial objectives.
Partners with iT leaders, Owner and Franchise Services, and Continent Leaders to improve communication of iT charges to owners and participate as required in dispute resolution with owners.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with iT leaders, Global Finance leaders and other key stakeholders to provide guidance and/or consultation, as appropriate, to effectively influence business decisions and financial outcomes and optimize overall work effectiveness.
Participates on intra and cross-discipline project teams providing a strategic finance perspective to the work and helping the project team achieve their objectives.
Champion leadership development and workforce planning priorities by personally assessing, selecting, retaining and developing diverse, high- caliber talent that can lead the organization today and strengthen the leadership bench for the future. Work with Human Resources to anticipate future talent needs based on business growth plans, and allocates resources appropriately.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Minimum 8 years' financial management experience in a global organization with increasing management responsibility including complex data analysis and financial modeling
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a management role; demonstrated success leading and developing others in a complex, service-intensive, deadline-driven environment.
Exhibits strong functional leadership and finance knowledge; able to leverage this strength to influence business team strategies and decisions.
Able to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously; ability to translate business needs into operational financial management priorities.
Able to consistently make decisions in a timely manner sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure. Comfortable challenging organizational norms and accepted thinking to improve effectiveness.
Able to orchestrate systemic change - initiates, supports and manages change within the organization, taking steps to remove barriers or to accelerate its pace.
Knowledge of generally accepted finance and accounting policies, principles and controls; as well as Marriott-specific accounting and finance processes and systems.
In depth knowledge and understanding of MI business model and management and franchisee contracts.
Operates with a collaborative mindset to ensure that key stakeholders are considered, eliminating the need for duplicate systems; builds strong relationships to leverage information and insights to anticipate and respond to project risks; communicates well with project and other leaders; openly shares and does not withhold information.
Demonstrated ability to formulate creative solutions for complex business issues, mitigating risk and maximizing stakeholder satisfaction.
Ability to sell ideas persuasively; settles differences and wins concessions without damaging relationships; can be both direct and forceful while remaining diplomatic.
Strong leader of people - ability to create compelling vision, demonstrate flexibility in approach, and motivate others (to achieve desired results; ability to work in a matrix organization and make things happen without having to own all of the resources; leverages shared resources to achieve results.
Strong interpersonal skills; must be a successful networker and able to maintain effective relationships, both internally and externally.
Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing; listens to others and effectively comprehends information; creates an environment allowing timely information flows throughout the organization.
Responsive; ability to integrate and balance priorities, work activities and resources for the benefit of multiple key stakeholders.
Results oriented; delivers results under difficult conditions and demonstrates balanced judgment under pressure. Ability to assess, plan and get the right priorities done, on time and budget, at high quality levels; ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to consistently make decisions in a timely manner sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; comfortable challenging organizational norms and accepted thinking to improve effectiveness.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Baccalaureate degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline required
MBA with a concentration in Finance/Accounting or CPA strongly preferred
LOCATION
This position will be based at MI Corporate Headquarters
To submit your application for this job, please go to: https://marriott.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
Marriott International is consistently recognized as an employer of choice around the globe by FORTUNE and Working Mother magazines, DiversityInc, Great Places to Work Institute, and the CRF institute among others. Visit our newsroom to learn more: news.marriott.com
Connect and network online with us:
www.facebook.com/marriottjobsandcareers
www.twitter.com/marriottcareers
www.linkedin.com/company/marriott-international
www.weibo.com/marriottcareers
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.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Marriott International
Senior Director, Finance & Accounting - Technology Business Management
It's a powerful feeling, to belong. It's inspiring people to do more than they thought they could. It's leading the way by rolling up your sleeves to accomplish a common goal. It's taking a passion and turning it into your vision. Belonging is what it feels like to work at Marriott. If this sounds like the place for you, join us.
The Bethesda-Marriott International HQ located at
10400 Fernwood Road,
Bethesda,MD, 20817
is currently hiring Senior Director, Finance & Accounting - Technology Business Management.
Responsibilities include:
POSITION SUMMARY
As a senior member of the Finance Business Partner group for Information Technology (FBP iT), the Senior Director, FBP iT-Manage/Enable will be the primary finance business partner to the senior leadership teams for the Manage/Enable organization in iT and also will oversee the Budgeting & Forecasting across all of iT, as well as the overall governance and compliance. The Manage/Enable group focuses on iT Business Management which includes: iT Policies, iT Governance, Sourcing Governance, Audit & Compliance, Risk Management, and Business Consultancy. This person would also be the finance lead for any iT HR initiatives. The Senior Director will have primary financial oversight responsibilities for the Manage/Enable group's business functions and all related programs and services and will partner with the business leads in the development, implementation and ongoing oversight for all financial and operational business strategies and controls. He/She will also partner closely with finance leads within the FBP iT group to leverage resources as needed (e.g., reporting, financial analysis, business analysis, etc.).
In addition to being the Finance Business Partner for Manage/Enable and iT HR, he/she will oversee the budgeting and forecasting processes across iT . He/she will lead the iT team in the business planning, operating budgeting, forecasting and capital expenditures budgeting processes. He/she also will manage the overall governance will work toward an effective data governance process that improves operational efficiency, application effectiveness while minimizing risk and assuring that senior executives, business leaders and hotel operators get the right information at the right time in the right way for the purpose at hand, utilizing a single data framework for the entire organization.
As part of the FBP iT, the Senior Director will coordinate with and support multiple stakeholders including continent and corporate leadership and discipline teams and external stakeholders. She/he must be adept at tapping diverse sources of information, identifying profitable opportunities, anticipating challenges, devising and executing breakthrough strategies/approaches to deliver against the current and future business priorities, and engaging and partnering with key business leaders and owners, thereby strengthening Marriott's competitive advantage through excellence in financial management.
EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
Assume oversight for all financial aspects associated with the Run business groups within iT. The Senior Director will partner with the FBP iT leads of Financial Analysis, Budgeting & Forecasting and Special Projects to ensure the proper execution of the development, communications, and monitoring of the annual budgeting & forecasting process, the annual charge-out rate analysis, program analysis and review, annual audits, owner and franchisee inquiries and all related reporting and financial controls for Run.
Partner with FBP iT leads to ensure the accuracy of the reporting and analysis of the Run's financial performance and developing actionable recommendations to address identified business challenges and opportunities. Partner with other Global Finance groups, as appropriate, to develop and operationalize the appropriate financial control and cost monitoring and reporting systems within iT to ensure MI financials accurately reflect Run's operating results, programs and services costs, as well as appropriate cost recovery where applicable.
Provide strategy and guidance to iT during annual operating budget, business plan and year-end true-up processes. Ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement in managing the end-to-end operating budgeting process including development of the annual operating budget timeline, communication of strategy and guidelines, development and enhancement of budget tools and techniques, and coordination of iT budget reviews and approvals.
Oversee the Budgeting & Forecasting team, which develops annual budget guidelines, processes and appropriate training for iT; partners with iT leaders to ensure they are knowledgeable about their budgets and impacts/potential impacts due to changes; the ongoing monitoring, measuring and forecasting of iT's' financial performance and the development and implementation of actionable recommendations to address identified business challenges and opportunities.
Provides assistance to iT leads in the ongoing management of Capex funding; manages end-end capital budgeting process including development of annual capex budget timeline, communication of capital strategy and guidelines, development and enhancement of budget tools and techniques, and coordination of budget reviews and approval process.
Partner with Sr FBP and iT senior leaders to develop global framework and strategy to develop and document processes, communicate and share information, and establish long term financial road map for iT that will serve the practical business purposes of the organization and be sustainable over time.
Partner with AHS' Capital Accounting team to ensure that capital accounting processes are clearly defined and operating effectively
Develops/utilizes consistent budgeting and forecasting tools across iT , variance analyses, etc. to help identify business challenges and opportunities, help drive business decisions, and ensuring the right financial approaches and resources are utlizied.
Translate business priorities and new programs and services for Run into financial plans actions, work product and appropriate funding sources to drive maximum value and to mitigate risk for Marriott.
Build and develop Key Business Indicators (KBIs), tools and processes for monitoring the current and projecting the future financial health of the business, identifying potential risks and opportunities, and identifying options for action. Establish processes to proactively identify financial risks to the business and creatively resolve risk.
Build, direct and/or support financial processes and analytic capabilities to ensure sound business and financial decisions are made and financial objectives are met or exceeded. Identify opportunities for improved profitability.
Partners with the Sr. FBP, iT in the management and execution of key financial business processes across iT, helping to ensure sound decision making around the disciplines financial objectives.
Partners with iT leaders, Owner and Franchise Services, and Continent Leaders to improve communication of iT charges to owners and participate as required in dispute resolution with owners.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with iT leaders, Global Finance leaders and other key stakeholders to provide guidance and/or consultation, as appropriate, to effectively influence business decisions and financial outcomes and optimize overall work effectiveness.
Participates on intra and cross-discipline project teams providing a strategic finance perspective to the work and helping the project team achieve their objectives.
Champion leadership development and workforce planning priorities by personally assessing, selecting, retaining and developing diverse, high- caliber talent that can lead the organization today and strengthen the leadership bench for the future. Work with Human Resources to anticipate future talent needs based on business growth plans, and allocates resources appropriately.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Minimum 8 years' financial management experience in a global organization with increasing management responsibility including complex data analysis and financial modeling
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a management role; demonstrated success leading and developing others in a complex, service-intensive, deadline-driven environment.
Exhibits strong functional leadership and finance knowledge; able to leverage this strength to influence business team strategies and decisions.
Able to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously; ability to translate business needs into operational financial management priorities.
Able to consistently make decisions in a timely manner sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure. Comfortable challenging organizational norms and accepted thinking to improve effectiveness.
Able to orchestrate systemic change - initiates, supports and manages change within the organization, taking steps to remove barriers or to accelerate its pace.
Knowledge of generally accepted finance and accounting policies, principles and controls; as well as Marriott-specific accounting and finance processes and systems.
In depth knowledge and understanding of MI business model and management and franchisee contracts.
Operates with a collaborative mindset to ensure that key stakeholders are considered, eliminating the need for duplicate systems; builds strong relationships to leverage information and insights to anticipate and respond to project risks; communicates well with project and other leaders; openly shares and does not withhold information.
Demonstrated ability to formulate creative solutions for complex business issues, mitigating risk and maximizing stakeholder satisfaction.
Ability to sell ideas persuasively; settles differences and wins concessions without damaging relationships; can be both direct and forceful while remaining diplomatic.
Strong leader of people - ability to create compelling vision, demonstrate flexibility in approach, and motivate others (to achieve desired results; ability to work in a matrix organization and make things happen without having to own all of the resources; leverages shared resources to achieve results.
Strong interpersonal skills; must be a successful networker and able to maintain effective relationships, both internally and externally.
Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing; listens to others and effectively comprehends information; creates an environment allowing timely information flows throughout the organization.
Responsive; ability to integrate and balance priorities, work activities and resources for the benefit of multiple key stakeholders.
Results oriented; delivers results under difficult conditions and demonstrates balanced judgment under pressure. Ability to assess, plan and get the right priorities done, on time and budget, at high quality levels; ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to consistently make decisions in a timely manner sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; comfortable challenging organizational norms and accepted thinking to improve effectiveness.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Baccalaureate degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline required
MBA with a concentration in Finance/Accounting or CPA strongly preferred
LOCATION
This position will be based at MI Corporate Headquarters
To submit your application for this job, please go to: https://marriott.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
Marriott International is consistently recognized as an employer of choice around the globe by FORTUNE and Working Mother magazines, DiversityInc, Great Places to Work Institute, and the CRF institute among others. Visit our newsroom to learn more: news.marriott.com
Connect and network online with us:
www.facebook.com/marriottjobsandcareers
www.twitter.com/marriottcareers
www.linkedin.com/company/marriott-international
www.weibo.com/marriottcareers
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.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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