Internal Controls Auditor

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Internal Controls Auditor is a member of the Europe Internal Controls team. This position is responsible for evaluating and improving the control process for hotels within the Europe continent ensuring compliance with Marriott's financial policies and procedures. Those activities are concerned with assisting and training hotels in strengthening and enhancing processes and tools to create strong controls which minimise risk and safeguard company assets. This position directly reports to the Director Internal Controls & Compliance, Europe.

SCOPE/BUSINESS CONTEXT/EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

Expected Contributions

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Position will be office based but may have requirement for occasional business travel.

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Works with the Controls Team to enhance and maintain audit and reconciliation tools.

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Ensures that accounting principles and policies are followed and participates in Controls Team training to hotels about the adequacy and effectiveness of internal accounting procedures, financial policy compliance and overall controls.

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Conducts reviews and analysis of hotel and SSC balance sheets, ensuring all accounts are reconciled, reported correctly and have supporting documentation as per Marriott policies.

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Leads the UK SSC hotels Desktop audit process to ensure strong controls are in place around areas including but not limited to Marriott Rewards, Cash rebates, Purchasing card transactions and Expense claims.

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Conducts audits on UK SSC Finance Processes.

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Carries out audit preparation for the Controls Manager on-property audits.

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Utilises Data analytics to support continent audit processes.

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Collaborates with the controls team in discussions around opportunities for improvements to policies, programs, and activities of the continent; makes recommendations regarding specific areas of responsibility. Ensures consistent treatment and resolution of issues.

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Collaborates with Operations, Sales and Finance Teams when new systems/processes/campaigns are introduced to ensure strong internal controls are included.

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Collaborates with the UK Controls Manager to ensure all UK Finance SOP's are updated.

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Assists with the training of new members of the Controls Team.

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Participates in the training provided by appropriate MI Corporate Departments.

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Desired profile

Qualifications :

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Knowledge and Skills

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Thorough knowledge of the principles, procedures, and techniques of accounting, and of financial records and transactions including, but not limited to, generally accepted accounting principals.

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

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Strong financial management and analytical skills; ability to identify trends in financial statements and records.

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Knowledge of overall hotel operations and governances

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Knowledge of Governmental regulations and safety standards

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Systems skills, including MS Office and hotel systems (Opera, PeopleSoft, Blue Cube etc.)

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Ability to work independently and take initiative; strong time management skills

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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate and influence others at all levels

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Effective decision-making skills.

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Fluency in English essential.

Minimum Job Specifications

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Qualified or studying for CIMA, ACCA or similar preferred.

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Minimum of 2 years of experience, including at least one of the following areas:

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1+ years as previous Assistant Controller/Supervisor

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2+ years' experience in Financial reporting

OTHER

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Performs other related tasks as assigned by management.

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Complies with Marriott Hotels International Limited policies and procedures.

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Working hours as required to do your job but normally not less than 40 hours per week. This may involve some weekend work.

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.