Senior Manager - Finance Analysis and Business Support

Job Number 24144738Job Category Finance & AccountingLocation Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United StatesSchedule Full-TimeLocated Remotely? YRelocation? NPosition Type ManagementPOSITION SUMMARYAs an integral member of the US & Canada Finance MSB MxM team, the Sr. Manager, BI Reporting and Analysis – MSB MxM will serve as a key player in the reporting and analysis related to the capital budgeting, forecasting, and operating budgeting processes for the Marriott Select Brands Managed portfolio, as well as sharing key data and insights with Management and Franchise teams. The Sr. Manager, BI Reporting and Analysis provides portfolio, brand, market-based analysis for key stakeholders.This position’s primary focus is to lead the evolving infrastructure of systemwide reporting and analysis tools for, the above property finance and operations team, and the hotel leadership teams to leverage across the MSB MxM and Franchise portfolios. This resource will oversee the reporting and data analysis for stakeholder and portfolio insights, including in areas of actual/forecast results, budgets, and capital expenditures. This role will be a key player in a team that develops and implements reporting and analysis insights that will support MSB MxM hotel teams in managing the business and driving optimal financial performance. The Senior Manager will serve as a support contact for internal and external stakeholders, to include Owners, Owner Services Representatives, Discipline, Brand and Regional leaders.EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONReporting and Analysis

Create market-based reporting and operations analysis and provide recommendations on findings, to include owner specific Ad hoc requests

Develop, create, and maintain brand and Owner portfolio analysis. Analyze performance with actionable information for monthly distribution to Americas Regional leaders and Owner Account reps.

Support development of analytical reporting and tracking tools for key operational and brand initiatives.

Lead the development, continuous improvement, and testing of property-based reporting platforms and automation systems (i.e., Rosie[Property support chat bot], cloud based flows, and reporting distribution processes)

Identify business challenges and opportunities by providing reports and other modeling aimed at driving performance or supporting the needs of the business as it evolves

Monitor the implementation/performance results of various brand standards (i.e., labor standards, etc.) to drive accountability and optimize results

Establish and manage execution of monthly financial reporting and analysis for multiple standard reporting packages

Develop presentations for Senior MSB leadership team for both internal and external stakeholders

Use financial data, data trends, and market information to accurately assess performance, identify risks and deliver quality solutions to critical business issues.

Serve as a resource to the Regional Team, Business Support/Contract Compliance Team, and other key discipline stakeholders for ad hoc reporting and analysis needs.

Partners with other FBP MSB team members on major department deliverables and special projects to ensure overall success of the team

Collaborate with Accenture’s Capital Accounting and Administration team to create reporting solutions

Ensure accurate reporting of MSB financial results including accurate of hotel attributes used in reporting

Support other team members as a technical and knowledge resource in reporting and analysis related questions.

System Maintenance and Oversight

Establish and support routine system maintenance standards to ensure business continuity in reporting and analytics for the MSB MxM hotels. This can include but is not limited to:

Regular updates in PeopleSoft, Nvision and EPM (i.e. Tree Maintenance, Nvision report updates and combo edits)

Ownership of Sharepoint sites and related upkeep

Monitoring of owner source to ensure accurate and complete report loading and availability

Support various America’s system updates and maintenance enhancements by serving as a point of contact and key stakeholder in system decisions that will impact the MSB MxM hotels

Partner with internal and external stakeholders to communicate downstream impacts of related maintenance changes

Partner with Information Resources, external consultants, customers and other Americas Finance team members to develop and continuously improve budgeting tools and systems

Support other system updates or maintenance as required by business

CANDIDATE PROFILE

BS/BA in accounting, finance or related field.

6+ years of relevant accounting/finance experience or related field.

Marriott experience in hotel accounting/finance a plus.

Strong technical experience with forecasting, accounting, revenue management strategies, and project management skills.

Developer experience of Microsoft Office 365 applications including Power BI and Excel required.

Strong communications (verbal and written), organization and presentation skills.

Knowledge of operating procedures, controls, and governances.

Ability to leverage resources in the accomplishment of objectives.

Exceptional organizational skills. Effective in prioritizing work and following through on commitments. Project management skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work with and communicate effectively with all levels of management.

Effective decision-making skills, can choose a prompt course of action amongst options involving uncertainty or risk.

Strong problem-solving skills; encourages innovative solutions when appropriate.

Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with both internal and external customers. Collaborative approach with market teams and business partners.

Effective change management skills.

Actively pursues learning and self-development to enhance personal and professional growth, shares knowledge and expertise with others.

High degree of initiative and ability to work effectively in teams or independently.

Experience rolling out change initiatives within the organization.

Strong business performance management skills - able to deploy and manage (use data to systemically monitor the progress of work against schedules, budgets, and quality standards) resources, to achieve/exceed objectives in a dynamic operating environment.

Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills; able to take large volumes of complex information and present it in a clear and concise manner to senior management and owners

The salary range for this position is $96,038 to $179,270 annually. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible to receive an annual bonus.Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue 0.04616 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 7 holidays annually.All locations offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave, educational assistance, 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others.Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.The application deadline for this position is 3 days after the date of this posting, August 19, 2024.Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.