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Marriott International · 5 days ago

Senior Director, Accounting & Governance

Bethesda, MD

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$146K/yr - $242K/yr

8+ years exp

Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, and they are seeking a Senior Director of Accounting & Governance. This role involves providing technical accounting and financial reporting leadership while overseeing governance of Marriott’s ESG program and leading various financial and operational management initiatives.

Customer ServiceHospitalityHotelTravel

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of ESG reporting processes and controls, facilitating cross-functional collaboration

Establish and nurture strong trusting relationships with Global Finance, Engineering, Continent, Legal and other stakeholders, and disciplines

Gain a comprehensive understanding of ESG-related risk, controls, SEC, and international reporting standards

Navigate and ensure compliance with international regulations such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), integrating global standards into Marriott’s practices

Give strategic direction and leadership to the ESG Program Management Office on all global regulatory readiness efforts and work tracks

Drive decision making by presenting reasonable options, concisely explaining the pros and cons of such options, and providing recommendations

Lead the implementation of an ESG reporting and management tool

Ensure robust documentation and communication of processes to relevant teams, overseeing effective execution

Oversee the preparation of ESG disclosures, ensuring they meet external audit requirements

Exhibit leadership in adopting and learning new and emerging ESG reporting frameworks, encouraging a culture of continuous improvement

Maintain and disseminate up-to-date knowledge on ESG reporting frameworks, industry standards, and technical advancements

Lead training with cross functional leaders to facilitate adoption of new processes and controls designed in ESG reporting place

Lead in and lead ESG-related steering committees, as needed

Qualification

Reporting processesU.S. GAAP knowledgeProject management skillsPeopleSoft experienceAccounting principlesAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyCustomer service orientationIndependent leadershipInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Excellent project management skills

Advanced PC skills, proficient in Microsoft Office products

Expert knowledge of accounting (U.S. GAAP) and auditing principles required

High degree of initiative, personal responsibility, and integrity

Exceptional interpersonal and oral/written communications skills required

Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage multiple priorities

Ability to work independently and in a team setting

Ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and implement resolutions

Strong analytical skills and effective problem-solving abilities; makes decisions using data; anticipates risks and consequences of current issues on future project outcomes

Ability to build and maintain key relationships and to coordinate with other departments

Customer-service oriented perspective and an effective listener

Independent motivated leader, adept at identifying needs/requirements and taking independent action

Minimum 8 years' experience, including managing others

Preferred

PeopleSoft software experience preferred

Bachelor's degree (Accounting/ Finance major preferred)

CPA a plus

Benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Discounts at Marriott properties

Commuter benefits

Employee assistance plan

Childcare discounts

Coverage for medical

Dental

Vision

Health care flexible spending account

Dependent care flexible spending account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Accident insurance

Adoption expense reimbursements

Paid parental leave

Educational assistance

Paid sick leave

0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked

Minimum of 9 holidays annually

Company

Marriott International

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Marriott International, Inc.

Founded in 1927

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mkeak-hotel-metro-autograph-collection/

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