Development Accounting Manager

Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe position will provide financial and accounting support for Development department across EMEA and business and accounting coordination for outside legal Professional fees. Part of the Finance Business Support team in EMEA, will handle in autonomy certain finance support duties for Development department, liaising with HQ FBP team, Local Accounting teams, Discipline senior leaders.Candidate ProfileEducation and Experience4- year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or a related major, and/or working toward a professional accounting qualificationMinimum of 3-4 years within accountancy role.Previous experience in dealing with Legal invoicing and WIP is a plus.Experienced in presenting financial results to Senior LeadershipKnowledge of Peoplesoft financial application is preferredEnglish Language proficiency requiredCORE WORK ACTIVITIESFinancial and Accounting ManagementManages the accounting for Development departments, including:Accounts payable (Accruals/Invoice receipt/Invoice Approval/ System posting)Charge outs (billing of Professional fees to customers, AR Collection)Budget (assisting budget process for Development)Forecast (assisting forecast process for Development)P&L and Headcount critiqueGenerates reporting for monthly/quarterly P&L ReviewsPerform certain entity accounting duties such as Payable cashflow and invoice trackerLiaise with AHS for accounting entries and AP processingMaintain and update the Accrual and Invoice tracker DevelopmentManages the Accounting support and FBP for Professional fees, for Development and LegalMaintain and update the Professional Fee accruals and invoice trackerCharge outs (billing of Professional fees to customers, AR Collection)Interacts with Legal team and outside legal companies to effectively track any Legal related WIPTrack legal fees by projects and keeping attorneys apprised of statusTracking specific deals according to agreed caps and details outlined in retainer letterProvides Monthly Professional fees report to Legal head and FBP LegalProvides Forecast and Budget data for Professional feesLiaises with other accounting teams to make sure costs are recorded in timely mannerGeneral Duties:Performs and coordinates accounting duties for assigned projects of moderate to high complexity/financial risk ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesHandle company sensitive data and information with the highest level of caution, in compliance with company policiesReview applicable domestic or international tax requirements, to ensure taxes are accrued and paid in accordance with jurisdictional regulationsPrepare and issue timely and accurate professional fees reportingInteract with owners, department heads and managers regarding Development and Professional fees matters.Support process improvement opportunities to drive consistent tools and processes by using technology. Recommend areas in which processes may be optimized and/or improvedUtilize strong system skills in multiple applications in order to streamline processes and gain efficienciesCoordinate and implement work and projects as assigned.Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.Maintain a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets. Ensure compliance with Marriott International Policies, as well as standard and local operating procedures (SOPs and LSOPs )Manages in autonomy and coordinates with other teams Accounting period end function.Inform and/or update key stakeholders on relevant information in a timely manner.Keep up-to-date technicallyReview audit issues and makes corrections as necessary.Perform other reasonable job duties as assigned by the management to meet business needs.CommunicationSpeak to hotels, owners, senior management, co-workers, direct reports and other key stakeholders using clear, appropriate and professional languageAnswer telephones using appropriate etiquetteTalk with and listens to other employees to effectively exchange information.Present ideas, expectations and information in a concise, well organized way.Working with OthersBuild partnerships and maintain strong relationships with all senior managers and their teams and Headquarter Finance.Develops and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments.Partners with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals.Supports all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.Handle sensitive issues with employees and/or customers with tact, respect, diplomacy, and confidentialityEffectively leverages centralized accounting processes via OFB and AHS.Policies and ProceduresComplies with all applicable laws.Follow company and department policies and procedures.Maintain confidentiality of proprietary materials and information.Skills and KnowledgeStrong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing)Strong organization skillsStrong analytical skillsStrong problem-solving skillsAbility to use standard software applications technology-savvyAbility to acquire and maintain relationships e.g., associates, customers, vendorsEffective decision making skillsEffective influence skillsEffective change management skillsStrong customer and associate relation skillsKnowledge of overall hotel operationsProficient in ExcelMarriott 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.About the TeamMarriott 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.
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