Manager, Finance – Tax and Statutory Accounting, CALA

Marriott•Plantation, FL

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Acts as a strategic finance leader for entities across the CALA region, accountable for the delivery of accounting, financial, and tax objectives while ensuring a strong internal control environment. Oversees accounting operations, monthly close, and the reconciliation of accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial information in compliance with corporate Marriott policies. Leads the implementation of standardized processes aligned with corporate operating standards, manages relationships with external auditors, local authorities, regional and corporate offices, and provides strategic oversight of key functions such as Accounts Receivable and Payroll. Supports Corporate HQ in accounting due diligence and structuring initiatives, while driving continuous process improvements. Operates with a high degree of independence, reporting directly to the Senior Director, Tax and Statutory Accounting, and serving as a key advisor to leadership. Coordinates the preparation of audited and unaudited financial statements and acts as a primary point of contact for cross-functional stakeholders, all in alignment with Marriott International standards and values.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years’ experience in accounting
Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS, local GAAP in Latin America is a plus
Knowledge of overall hotel operations and accounting principles
Demonstration of broader finance, accounting and Tax skills
Comprehensive knowledge of structure and purpose of Marriott entities
Ability to collect, analyze, and evaluate facts and to prepare and present concise oral and written reports
Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with external agencies, hotel management and associates
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
An ability to work unsupervised and manage time efficiently
Certified Public Accountancy certification (CPA) and/or advanced degree in accounting, or local country equivalent
Must be able to able to work in English
Ability to communicate effectively with associates on technical accounting and taxation issues.
Ability to make decisions in the timely manner and under pressure. Comfort with challenging status quo to improve effectiveness.
High degree of initiative, personal responsibility and integrity.
Demonstrates an independent ability to research and analyze transactions and balances within a complex accounting system structure.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Peoplesoft and additional systems used in the hotels preferred
MBA/ master’s in accounting a plus
Portuguese a plus

Responsibilities

Support Corporate HQ, accounting and U.S. Tax teams in planning, structuring, and restructuring initiatives, translating technical matters into actionable insights for CALA stakeholders.
Ensure the timely and accurate preparation, review, and submission of audited and unaudited financial statements in accordance with corporate standards and reporting requirements.
Manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure efficient audit processes and timely completion of statutory and tax filings.
Oversee and control professional fee budgets, ensuring compliance with corporate governance and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) reporting requirements.
Lead entity rationalization and dissolution initiatives to optimize legal structures, reduce risk exposure, and align with business objectives across the region.
Drive strong collaboration with CALA regional teams and Corporate HQ to enhance understanding of processes and implement continuous improvements in accounting and tax reporting cycles.
Ensure the integrity of the general ledger through rigorous oversight of account reconciliations, balance sheet reviews, and substantiation processes, maintaining a robust internal control environment in compliance with Marriott internal control policies and SOX requirements.
Oversee the accurate and timely completion of all accounting deliverables, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, provision analyses, return-to-provision reconciliations, and separate company financial statements.
Ensure full compliance with corporate governance requirements, including timely submission of financial reporting packages, local statutory filings, and tax return obligations.
Provide technical accounting and tax expertise in support of above-property and shared services initiatives.
Lead and ensure compliance of local payroll processes and legal entity requirements across jurisdictions, maintaining adherence to statutory, tax, and regulatory obligations.
Report directly to the Senior Director, Tax and Statutory Accounting, providing regular updates on financial performance, compliance, and key risks.
Perform additional responsibilities as required to support Finance and organizational objectives.