Manager, Accounting Policy

Manager, Accounting Policy

The Manager, Accounting Policy will provide proactive consultation and decision support on business transactions by identifying and addressing accounting and financial reporting issues. The Manager, Accounting Policy will be a key contributor in the preparation of the earnings per share and debt capacity analyses for potential transactions. The Manager, Accounting Policy will assist in the interpretation of accounting policies and practices set by regulatory agencies and the application of those policies and practices at Marriott. The Manager, Accounting Policy will be viewed by key stakeholder groups as a key contact in emerging accounting issues. The Manager, Accounting Policy will also collaborate with other Accounting Policy team members on SEC filings, as required.

Candidate Profile

Education and Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or related discipline required
• CPA required

Preferred

• 4 to 6 years professional accounting experience. Public accounting experience Should not include more than 3 preferred qualifications.
• Experience analyzing and addressing auditing or technical accounting issues related to real estate transactions, joint ventures, mergers & acquisitions, revenue recognition, leases, and/or dispositions.

Core Work Activities

• Provide proactive consultation and technical support on business transactions (e.g., mergers and acquisitions, dispositions, asset sales and leases, joint ventures, revenue recognition) by identifying and addressing accounting policy and financial reporting issues and opportunities. Draft internal memorandums documenting accounting conclusions.
• Provide support to key stakeholders by preparing earnings per share and debt capacity calculations for potential transactions. Ensure that the analyses reflect the appropriate accounting treatment under generally accepted accounting principles.
• Prepare consolidation analyses related to Marriott's proposed and existing investment, loan, and guarantee interests under both the Variable Interest Model and Voting Model. Gather information from other departments to complete required analyses.
• Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with Global Finance partners and other internal stakeholder groups to understand the business and ensure timely exchange of information.
• Provide ongoing guidance concerning issues related to areas of responsibility, including accounting support to regional hotel operations.
• Stay abreast of existing and emerging financial accounting and reporting principles, assessing their applicability to Marriott and proactively advising other members of the Accounting Policy group.
• Prepare fair value and revenue disclosures for Marriott's Forms 10-Q and 10-K and provide additional assistance to other Accounting Policy team members on SEC filings, as needed.
• Encourage collaboration and a positive and productive environment within the Accounting Policy group.
• Work on special projects as necessary.

The salary range for this position is $93,400 to $134,200 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.