Assistant Financial Controller

Posting Date Jul ‎06, ‎2022
Job Number ‎22114690
Job Category Finance & Accounting
Location Courtyard Riyadh Olaya, ‎2759 Olaya District, Moussa Bin Nussair
Street, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia VIEW ON MAP
Brand Courtyard by Marriott
Schedule Full-Time
Relocation? N
Position Type Management
Located Remotely? N
With more than ‎330 managed locations in more than ‎20 countries Courtyard by
Marriott offers a refreshing environment that helps guests stay connected and
balanced. Working at Courtyard, you'll ensure guests have a smooth, productive
stay that meets their personal and business needs. Find Your World™ at
Courtyard by Marriott.

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Controller manages the day-to-day operation of the Accounting
Office. Primary responsibilities include financial analysis and financial
reporting, budgeting/forecasting, audit and control, asset and liability
reconciliation, working capital and cash control.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience
* ‎4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; no work experience required.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Assisting in Management of Accounting Team
* Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
* Oversees internal, external and regulatory audit processes.
* Ensures that regular on-going communication occurs with employees to create awareness of business objectives, communicate expectations, and recognize performance.
* Celebrates successes by publicly recognizing the contributions of team members.
* Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.
* Provides excellent leadership (e.g., differentiates top performers, fosters teamwork and encourages work/life balance).
* Ensures employees establish and maintain open, collaborative relationships within their team.
* Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.
* Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
* Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
* Utilizes an "open door" policy.
* Solicits employee feedback.

Managing Projects and Policies
* Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
* Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
* Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data.
* Ensures that the P&L is accurate (i.e., costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts) and statements are delivered to appropriate individuals in a timely manner.
* Reconciles balance sheet.
* Ensures tax rates used for sales/use tax are current and proper amounts are collected and/or accrued.
* Ensures compliance with standard and local operating procedures (SOPs and LSOPs).
* Ensures account balances are supported by appropriate documentation in accordance with SOPs.
* Reviews audit issues and makes corrections as necessary.
* Ensures property permits, licenses and if applicable vendor contracts are current.
* Leverages centralized accounting processes and shared services.

Demonstrating and Applying Accounting Knowledge
* Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.
* Keeps up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
* Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
* Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
* Leverages technology and effectively uses information systems and tools to generate financial reports and provide managers with analytical support to drive decision-making.

Proving Financial Information and Guidance to Others
* Informs and/or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant financial information in a timely manner.
* Attends critique meetings to review information with management team.
* Advises the Director of Finance on existing and evolving operating/financial issues.
* Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.
* Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.
* Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Maintaining Finance and Accounting Goals
* Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
* Ensures profits and losses are documented accurately.
* Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
* Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
* Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.
* Supports a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability and manage business risks.

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.