Internal Controls Specialist

JOB SUMMARY 

Supports and audits the execution of Internal Control Environment processes throughout the hotel. Support departmental leaders as they work with and understand these processes. Performs auditing and accounting functions as needed to ensure standards are being met.

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Education and Experience

•  Bcom Finance / Accounting/Auditing; 1 year of experience in accounting, auditing, or a related professional area, completed articles as an advantage

Or 

• 3 Years working in Finance within Marriott environment

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Work, Projects, and Policies 

• Conduct monthly control assessment audits in line with Marriott guidelines/USALLI and deadlines 
• Communicate audit findings timeously.
• Assist departments with audit weakness resolutions.
• Conduct operational audits such as FCS audit, Fire Life and Safety Audits, Brand Standard Audit or equivalent and ensure weakness are communicated timeously.
• Assist with compiling Job Aids and LSOPs in line with Marriott policies/Best practice of other required accounting/operational standards.
• Communicate Marriott policy updates timeously 
• Coordinates and implements accounting work and projects as assigned.
• Upholds the policies and procedures outlined in the audit standards.
• Interacts with operations leaders to achieve control environment goals.
• Provides and leads training opportunities for department leaders.
• Complies with Local laws applying to fraud and collection procedures.
• 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.
• Verifies that audits are completed correctly and on time, in line with auditing procedures.

Maintaining Finance and Accounting Goals

• Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
• Verifies profits and losses are documented accurately.
• Maintains a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets.
• Completes month end audit related functions
• Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.

Demonstrating and Applying Accounting Knowledge 

• Demonstrates knowledge of all Marriott SOP's
• Demonstrates knowledge of all Marriott Department Risk Assessment Tools
• Demonstrates knowledge of all Marriott Quarterly audit requirements
• Demonstrates knowledge of all Marriott Control Assessment audit requirements
• Demonstrates knowledge of other 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, develop financial spreadsheets, 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.

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.