The Senior Accountant- Full Service Domestic P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow will assist in performing the reporting & analysis functions for Domestic Full Service P&Ls, balance sheets and cashflows, and have a wide range of responsibilities supporting several key systems, reporting & accounting functions and analytical activities.  This person will be involved in special projects and must be able to manage multiple tasks at a time.

Overall Responsibilities include:

I.        Full Service P&L Reporting

·   Prepare the periodic and quarterly reporting and analysis functions for the Domestic Full Service brands.  This includes reviewing the managed and franchise operating results for accuracy; ensuring that activity is recorded in accordance with GAAP; analyzing the profit & loss statements, profit bridges and statistics; preparing external sales, and other financial and statistical supporting schedules. 

·   Support the development of a highlights package including managed and franchise financial, statistical and other analytical information as required by Senior Management.  Act as the key contact in addressing inquiries and prepare ad hoc reporting as needed.

·   Analyze statistical data received from the properties.  Determine if all data is being reported consistently. Evaluate and report on trends and resolve issues.

·   Maintain a list of risks and opportunities as they relate to Domestic Full Service P&Ls, balance sheet and cashflows.  The list will include properties that are deemed risks on the impairment and guarantee schedules as well as on AMAC and CGC documents.

II.      Renaissance Balance Sheet & Cashflow Reporting

·   Develop and prepare balance sheet reports for the Domestic Renaissance brand including performing analytical tests, identifying key trends and highlighting critical variances and exposures. 

·   Act as a liaison with Lodging departments in overseeing the Domestic Renaissance balance sheet.  Ensure that the balance sheets are accurate and properly reflect accounts in appropriate captions. This includes working closely with process owners to understand and document current processes, and develop process improvements related to financial reporting.

·   Seek process improvement to support financial reporting and analytical activities relating to the Domestic Renaissance balance sheets.  This includes leveraging the PeopleSoft general ledger system to develop reports and queries that accurately reflect the balance sheet, as well as, supporting schedules summarizing key balances and activity.

·   Complete cash flow reports for Domestic Renaissance and develop accurate cash flow forecasts.  Identify key risks and opportunities and develop appropriate reporting for Senior Management.

·   Ensure that Domestic Full Service balance sheet accounts are reconciled in accordance with MIP-66.

III.    LRP, Business Plan and Audit Process

·   Prepare the Long Range Plan for the Domestic Full Service brands.  This includes preparation of managed and franchise P&L, statistics, cash flow reporting requirements and various other supporting schedules.

·   Prepare the annual business plan for the Domestic Full Service brands.  This includes preparation of franchise and consolidated P&L, statistics, cash flow reporting requirements and various other supporting schedules.

IV.    Other Additional Responsibilities

·   Report weekly statistical data for managed properties (sales flash).  Ensure that all data is being reported on a consistent basis and that all issues are resolved on a timely basis.

·   Participate in implementing changes to financial reporting resulting from Global Consolidations, including incorporating new functionality into system reports and leveraging new tools to ensure the efficient preparation of P&L, balance sheet and cash flow packages.

·   Prepare reporting packages for stakeholders such as Investor Relations and Owner Franchise Services.

·   Assist in the preparation of various schedules included in the quarterly SEC reporting packages.

·   Complete other reporting, accounting and analytical projects as assigned by Senior Management.

·   Prepare/review consolidated statistical reports.

Skill Requirements:

·         Two to four years of progressive job experience in accounting. 

·         Strong computer skills.  Experience with spread sheet based programs (Excel).  Peoplesoft experience a plus.

·         Public accounting experience a plus.

·         Ability to work on and prioritize multiple projects while meeting required goals and deadlines.

·         Strong customer relations skills.  Customer service orientation.

·         Positive attitude and a high level of enthusiasm and energy.

·         Self starter and highly motivated.

·         Strong interpersonal skills.  Ability to work effectively with peers, and all levels of management.

·         Strong organizational skills.  Effective in prioritizing work and following through on commitments.

·         Strong communication skills.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

·         Strong problem solving and analytical skills – ability to develop alternatives and solutions.

·         Demonstrated leader with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative work environment.

Educational Requirements:

·         Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

·         CPA preferred.

Please submit your resume to http://www.marriott.com/careers Click "Job Search". You will find this opportunity under the "Management Opportunities Worldwide" category. Once you have registered, click on "Detailed Search" and type in "576326" in the "Job Opening Number" field.