**Additional Information** **Job Number** 25074307 **Job Category** Finance & Accounting **Location** JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, 158 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise, Queensland, Australia, 4217VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=JW%20Marriott%20Gold%20Coast%20Resort%20%26%20Spa%2C%20158%20Ferny%20Avenue%2C%20Surfers%20Paradise%2C%20Queensland%2C%20Australia%2C%204217) **Schedule** Full Time **Located Remotely?** N **Position Type** Management **About the Company** **Marriott International** portfolio of brands includes JW Marriott alongside 33 other Marriott brands. Marriott International is the world’s leading global hospitality company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. **JW Marriott** is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 135 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. It’s as simple as that. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy a true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can really pursue your passions in a luxury environment. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. **About the role** Functions as the property’s strategic financial business leader. The position champions, develops 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. In addition, creates and executes a business plan that is aligned with the property and brand’s business strategy and focuses on the execution of financial activities and the delivery of desirable financial results. **Critical responsibilities:** **Engaging in Strategic Planning and Decision Making** + Develops means to improve profit, including estimating cost and benefit, exploring new business opportunities, etc. + Analyzes information, forecasts sales against expenses and creates annual budget plans. + Compiles information, analyzes and monitors actual sales against projected sales. + Analyzes differences between actual budget wages and forecasted wages for more efficient budget planning. + Creates the annual operating budget for the property. + Provides analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities for property managers. + Implements a system of appropriate controls to manage business risks. + Analyzes financial data and market trends. + Produces accurate forecasts that enable operations to react to changes in the business. **Leading Finance 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 strategic goals, the focus and the owner priorities to subordinates in a clear and precise manner. + Conducts annual performance appraisals with direct reports according to standard operating procedures. **Anticipating and Delivering on the Needs of Key Stakeholders** + Attends meetings and communicating with the owners, understanding the priorities and strategic focus. + Advises the GM and executive committee on existing and evolving operating/financial issues. + Demonstrates an understanding of cash flow and owner priorities. + Manages communication with owners in an effective manner. **Developing and Maintaining Finance Goals** + Ensures Profits and Losses are documented accurately. + Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued. + Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines. **Managing Projects and Policies** + Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc. + Reconciles balance sheet to ensure account balances are supported by appropriate documentation in accordance with standard operating procedures. + Ensures that the P&L is accurate (e.g., costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts). **Successful Candidates will have:** + Ability to build trusting relationships with key stakeholders + Outstanding leadership & engagement capabilities + Previous experience in a luxury hotel environment will be looked upon favorably + Extensive experience in the finance and accounting or related professional area + Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Finance / Accounting + Diligent problem solver, skilled at maximizing performance **The Benefits** Enjoy the benefits of: + Unlimited strategic development and career opportunities + Generous accommodation and food and beverage discounts including all properties within the Marriott International group + Recognition programs to keep you motivated + The best hotel training opportunities provided + Wellbeing and mindfulness programs to ensure you stay healthy + Private Health Insurance _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._ Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, 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. JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, 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.