Finance Manager - Managed Hotels EMEA

Job Description

The Finance Manager Managed Hotels EMEA is responsible for analyzing Hotel KPIs to support senior operations management with timely financial performance data and strategic planning for properties. They will ensure compliance with accounting systems and practices and budgeting processes that ensure the smooth operations of the EMEA managed properties. Very occasional Managed Hotel visits could be required however mainly virtual support is expected . Responsibilities: Regional Leadership Support Assist with the compliance and performance of the finance departments of the EMEA managed hotels, including training on Wyndham systems and processes as required Monitor finance pre-opening requirements for new openings Act as finance subject matter expert and provide troubleshooting services Oversee timeliness and consistency of reporting, adherence of financial standards at all Managed hotels through analysis of monthly operational review and review of audit packages, and maintain regular communication with the finance teams Support analysis and review of annual hotel budgets and monthly reforecasting Maintain direct relationship with the Hotel Finance teams & General Managers to provide maximum value to the operations team through analysis, information and communication Any other reasonable duties as directed by either the Regional Directors in EMEA or the Head of Finance EMEA. Financial Reporting & Analysis Highlight performance issues from monthly reporting and re-forecasting to General Managers and Senior Management Work with Head of Finance EMEA to ensure relevant analytical reports are provided regarding comparative hotel performance Work with Head of Finance EMEA to review trend analysis and offer appropriate insights to senior operational management regarding actual hotel performance and opportunities for improvements. Audit & Compliance Monitor compliance with WH&R Accounting SOPs through monthly checklists and quarterly hotel self-audits, providing feedback on deviation, remediation and best practices Monitor WH&R receivables at hotels Ensure accurate reporting of data by individual hotels to Wyndham WHR Corporate teams, WHR Finance team, GM & Hotel Teams Financial System Support Act as lead contact for EMEA Managed Finance teams in the utilization and consistency of Wynview reporting system Work with EMEA hotel Finance teams to ensure all financial inputs into the system are timely, accurate and meaningful Annual Budgets Support the delivery of the annual budget process Key Competencies Business Acumen Building Trust Communication Count On Me! Driving Results Innovation Leadership Effectiveness Valuing Diversity Alongside these key competencies, the incumbent of the role will be required to demonstrate the fundamentals of the company’s Count on Me! Service culture to be responsive, respectful and deliver a great experience. Experience/Certificates/Education Multi-site Hotel Finance experience Experience of financial statements, budgeting/forecasting and consolidation CPA or equivalent professional designation is a plus Attention to detail Strong computer literacy Interpersonal skills Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with General Managers, Director of Finance and corporate colleagues. Show more Show less