Cost Controller at Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Harrisburg International Airport

Nadi, Western, Fiji -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Analysis, Budget Planning, Profit Improvement, Business Planning, Leadership, Communication, Accountability, Audit Compliance, Tax Management, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making, Team Development, Strategic Planning, Market Trends Analysis, Cost Estimation, Risk Management

Industry

Hospitality

Description

JOB SUMMARY The position champions and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and property employees. The position provides the financial expertise to enable the successful implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives while maximizing the return on investment. CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience • 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; CORE WORK ACTIVITIES Supporting Strategic Planning and Decision Making • Analyzes financial data and market trends. • Assists in analyzing information, forecasts sales against expenses and creates annual budget plans. • Compiles information, analyzes and monitors actual sales against projected sales. • Assists in developing means to improve profit, including estimating cost and benefit, exploring new business opportunities, etc. • Analyzes differences between actual budget wages and forecasted wages for more efficient budget planning. • Thinks creatively and practically to develop, execute and implement new business plans • Protects and strengthens our competitive advantage by advocating and supporting sound business and financial decision making. • Implements a system of appropriate controls to manage business risks. Leading Accounting Teams • Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example. • Communicates the goals and the owner priorities to subordinates in a clear and precise manner. • Provides excellent leadership by assigning team members and other departments managers' clear accountability backed by appropriate authority. • Holds staff accountable for successful performance. Developing and Maintaining Finance and Accounting Goals • Supports property strategy from a finance and accounting perspective • 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. • Ensures appropriate corrections are made to audit results if necessary. • Reviews audit issues to ensure accuracy. Managing Projects and Policies • Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued. • Generates and providing accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc. • Ensures compliance with standard and local operating procedures (SOPs and LSOPs). • Oversees internal, external and regulatory audit processes. • Ensures compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). • Ensures that the P&L is accurate (e.g., costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts). Anticipating and Delivering on the Needs of Key Stakeholders • Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders (owners, corporate, guests, etc.). • Understands the owners' perspective and ROI expectations. • Anticipates and addresses owner needs and involves ownership in key decisions. • Leverages strong functional leadership and communication skills to influence the executive team, the property's strategies and to lead own team. • Advises the GM and executive committee on existing and evolving operating/financial issues. • Facilitates critique meetings to review information with management team. • Attends owners meetings in order to provide context and explanation for financial results. • Attends meetings and communicates with the owners, understanding the priorities and strategic focus. • Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the needs of all key stakeholders. • Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors. Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities • Ensures team members are cross-trained to support successful daily operations. • Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently. • Ensures new hires participate in the department’s orientation program. • Ensures new hires receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job. • Creates appropriate development plans which develop team members based on their individual strengths, development needs, career aspirations and abilities. At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. When you join the Sheraton family, you become a member of its global community. We’ve been a place to gather and connect since 1937. At Sheraton, associates create a sense of belonging in more than 400 communities around the world. We invite, we welcome, and we connect guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. If you’re a team player who is excited to deliver a meaningful guest experience, we encourage you to explore your next career opportunity with Sheraton. Join us on our mission to be ‘The World’s Gathering Place’. In joining Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. 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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Responsibilities

The Cost Controller analyzes financial data and market trends to assist in budget planning and profit improvement. They lead accounting teams, ensure compliance with financial procedures, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.