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Job Summary: This position requires financial expertise to successfully implement brand service strategies and initiatives while maximizing return on investment. Key Highlights: 1. Perform the role of Strategic Finance Business Leader for the hotel. 2. Engage in strategic planning and decision-making. 3. Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive annual business plan aligned with corporate and brand strategic direction. **Additional Information** **Job Number**26102382 **Job Category**Finance \& Accounting **Location**Ad Dakhiliyah, Nizwa, Oman, Oman, 611 **Schedule**Full Time **Located Remotely?**N **Position Type** Management **Job Summary** Perform the role of Strategic Finance Business Leader for the hotel. This role champions, develops, and implements hotel-wide strategies to deliver products and services that meet or exceed the expectations of the brand's target guests and hotel employees. This position requires financial expertise to successfully implement brand service strategies and initiatives while maximizing return on investment. In addition, it involves developing and executing business plans aligned with hotel and brand business strategies, with a focus on executing financial activities and achieving desired financial performance. **Candidate Profile** **Education and Experience Requirements** * Four-year bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or related field; three years of experience in Finance/Accounting or related field. Or * Master's degree in Finance/Accounting or related field; one year of experience in Finance/Accounting or related field. **Core Work Activities** **Engage in Strategic Planning and Decision-Making** * Develop profit-enhancing initiatives, including cost and revenue estimation, exploration of new business opportunities, etc. * Analyze information, forecast sales and expenses, and develop annual budget plans. * Gather relevant information, analyze and monitor actual versus forecasted sales. * Analyze variances between actual and forecasted payroll to improve budget planning efficiency. * Identify fundamental principles, causes, or facts by breaking down information or data into individual components. * Think creatively and practically to formulate, execute, and implement new business plans. * Develop the hotel's annual operating budget. * Provide analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost-saving and efficiency-improvement opportunities for hotel management. * Implement appropriate systematic controls to manage business risk. * Ensure a strong accounting and operational control environment to protect assets and improve operations and profitability. * Analyze financial data and market trends. * Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive annual business plan aligned with corporate and brand strategic direction. * Provide ongoing analytical support by monitoring actual and forecasted sales across operational departments. * Generate accurate forecasts enabling operations to respond to business changes. **Lead the Finance Team** * Use interpersonal and communication skills to guide, influence, and motivate others; advocate sound financial/business decisions; demonstrate honesty/integrity; lead by example. * Clearly and concisely communicate strategic goals, priorities, and owner priorities to subordinates. * Leverage strong functional leadership and communication skills to influence the executive team and hotel strategy, and to lead one's own team. * Oversee internal, external, and regulatory audit processes. * Provide excellent leadership by assigning clear accountability to team members and managers from other departments, supported by appropriate departmental resources. * Conduct annual performance evaluations with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). **Anticipate and Fulfill Key Stakeholder Needs** * Attend meetings and communicate with owners to understand priorities and strategic focus areas. * Understand and fulfill the needs of key stakeholders (e.g., owners, company, guests). * Advise the General Manager and Executive Committee on existing and evolving operational/financial issues. * Communicate financial concepts clearly and persuasively in an easily understandable manner that drives desired behaviors. * Demonstrate understanding of cash flow and owner priorities. * Communicate effectively with owners. * Manage hotel working capital and cash flow per brand SOPs and owner requirements. * Facilitate evaluation meetings with the management team to review information. **Develop and Maintain Financial Objectives** * Ensure accurate recording of profit and loss. * Monitor all applicable taxes to ensure they are current, accrued, and/or assessed. * Submit reports timely to meet delivery deadlines. * Develop and support achievement of performance goals, budget goals, and team goals. * Promote profit growth in operational departments. * Review audit findings to ensure accuracy. * Oversee procurement processes as applicable. **Manage Projects and Policies** * Generate and deliver accurate, timely results in formats such as reports and presentations. * Reconcile balance sheets per SOPs to ensure account balances are adequately supported by documentation. * Ensure accuracy of profit and loss (e.g., proper matching of costs and revenues, costs recorded in appropriate accounts). * Ensure compliance with management contracts and reporting requirements. * Ensure adherence to standards and local operating procedures. * Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). **Manage and Conduct Human Resources Activities** * Ensure team members receive cross-training to support successful day-to-day operations. * Ensure fair and consistent application of hotel policies. * Ensure new employees participate in departmental onboarding programs. * Ensure new employees receive appropriate onboarding training to successfully perform their duties. * Develop tailored development plans based on individuals' strengths, development needs, career aspirations, and capabilities. * Conduct employee performance evaluation processes. * Participate in recruitment activities as appropriate. *Marriott International is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all individuals and providing employment opportunities. We actively foster an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique backgrounds of all employees. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of cultures, talents, and experiences across our global workforce. We pledge zero discrimination on any legally protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable law.* Courtyard by Marriott is passionate about delivering exceptional service to travelers worldwide, thoughtfully meeting their needs. This passion not only inspired us to pioneer the first hotel brand specifically designed for business travelers but also continues to drive Courtyard by Marriott to deliver remarkable experiences for every guest on every journey. Though our team is small, our ambitions are great—we welcome outstanding, passionate individuals eager to join us in delivering customer experiences that exceed expectations while enjoying continuous growth and personal development. Joining Courtyard by Marriott means becoming part of Marriott International’s extraordinary portfolio of brands. Launch your journey **here**, realize your personal value, **pursue** your life goals, **join** an exceptional global team, and **showcase** your authentic self.