About the Role
The Assistant Controller manages the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Office, focusing on financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit and control, asset/liability reconciliation, and working capital/cash control.
Responsibilities
- Manages the day-to-day operation of the Accounting Office.
- Performs financial analysis and financial reporting.
- Handles budgeting and forecasting.
- Oversees audit and control processes.
- Manages asset and liability reconciliation.
- Controls working capital and cash.
- Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others.
- Advocates sound financial/business decision making.
- Demonstrates honesty/integrity and leads by example.
- Oversees internal, external and regulatory audit processes.
- Ensures regular communication with employees regarding business objectives, expectations, and recognition.
- Celebrates successes by publicly recognizing team member contributions.
- Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.
- Provides excellent leadership, differentiating top performers, fostering teamwork, and encouraging work/life balance.
- Ensures employees establish and maintain open, collaborative relationships within their team.
- Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback.
- Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and supports the Peer Review Process.
- Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
- Utilizes an "open door" policy.
- Solicits employee feedback.
- 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.
- Ensures that the P&L is accurate and statements are delivered in a timely manner.
- Reconciles balance sheet.
- Ensures tax rates used for sales/use tax are current and proper amounts are collected and/or accrued.
- Ensures compliance with standard and local operating procedures (SOPs and LSOPs).
- Ensures account balances are supported by appropriate documentation.
- Reviews audit issues and makes corrections as necessary.
- Ensures property permits, licenses and vendor contracts are current.
- Leverages centralized accounting processes and shared services.
- Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.
- Keeps up-to-date technically and applies new knowledge to the job.
- Uses computers and computer systems to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
- Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine compliance with laws, regulations, or standards.
- Leverages technology and effectively uses information systems and tools to generate financial reports and provide analytical support.
- Informs and/or updates executives, peers, and subordinates on relevant financial information.
- Attends critique meetings to review information with the management team.
- Advises the Director of Finance on operating/financial issues.
- Communicates financial concepts clearly and persuasively.
- Provides direction and assistance to other units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures.
- Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates.
- Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
- Ensures profits and losses are documented accurately.
- Achieves and exceeds goals, including performance, budget, and team goals.
- Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
- Monitors all applicable taxes, ensuring they are current, collected, and/or accrued.
- Supports a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability, and manage business risks.
Requirements
- Extensive work experience in Japan.
- Strong understanding of Japanese laws and accounting practices.
- 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major.
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Financial reporting
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Audit and control
- Asset and liability reconciliation
- Working capital control
- Cash control
- Leadership
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Data analysis
- Accounting software proficiency
- Tax compliance
- Technology utilization
- Financial guidance
- Budgeting policies
- Accounting policies
- Financial resource management
Location
- Japan
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- No work experience required
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major
About the Company
- 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.
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
