Role Charter – Manager Capital Accounting Job Profile Job Title Manager – Capital Accounting Job Code 702059 Band 6 FLSA (US only) N/A Job Family Group Global Finance Service Region Global / IMEA
Last Updated: November 2025Business Title: Manager – Capital AccountingPurpose of the Role The role oversees Fixed Asset Processes (FAP), project capitalization, impairment assessments, and ensures alignment with IHG’s global accounting policies and internal controls. The position involves managing a team that delivers timely and accurate financial reporting, analytical insights, and governance over capital projects and lease accounting. Key Accountabilities Key Focus Areas Responsibilities / Deliverables Key Metrics Process Delivery
- Oversee the Fixed Asset Process (FAP) including asset additions, disposals, impairments, transfers, and depreciation in accordance with IHG policy.
- Ensure correct application of IFRS 15 & 16 in all relevant transactions.
- Oversee lease accounting entries and data integrity within lease management systems.
- Perform periodic reconciliations between subledger and general ledger.
- Accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual close deliverables.
- Compliance with SLAs and internal timelines. Compliance & Controls
- Ensure compliance with SOX, IFRS, and IHG Global Accounting Policies.
- Maintain robust internal control environment, identify and mitigate risk areas.
- Coordinate with auditors and manage audit queries and documentation.
- Maintain governance around capitalization thresholds and accounting treatment consistency.
- Successful audit outcomes.
- Zero high-risk control issues.
- Timely closure of audit points. Reporting & Analytics
- Deliver analysis on capital trends, project performance, and asset utilization.
- Partner with COE, FP&A, and FBP teams for accurate management reporting.
- Support senior management with insights for capital expenditure and lease commitments.
- Accuracy of reporting packs and dashboards.
- Quality of variance analysis and insights. People & Stakeholder Management
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing accounting team.
- Ensure effective resource allocation and workload balance.
- Collaborate with global stakeholders across Finance, Technology, and Audit.
- Act as escalation point for process and compliance issues.
- Team engagement and retention.
- Stakeholder satisfaction.
- Delivery against team KPIs. Organizational Parameters Direct Supervisor Senior Manager – Global Accounting & Analytics Direct Reports 2–3 Indirect Reports 10–18 Key Collaborative Network
Key Shared Accountabilities / Interfaces:
- Financial Reporting, COE, FP&A, and FBP Teams
- Global Technology and Project Delivery Teams
- Tax, SOX, and GIA Teams
- GFS & HFS Teams (India, Europe, APAC, Americas)
- HR, GFG (Compliance), and other Corporate Support Functions
Key External Relationships:
- Statutory and Tax Auditors
- External Service Providers
Required Education, Experience, Technical Skills, And Knowledge
Education:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
- Professional qualification (CA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent) preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance with significant exposure to Fixed Asset Accounting, IFRS 15 & 16, and Project Accounting.
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing teams in a shared services or global finance environment.
Technical Skills & Knowledge:
- In-depth knowledge of Fixed Asset & Lease Accounting principles and processes.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (PeopleSoft, Oracle, or SAP).
- Strong analytical and Excel skills.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop people.
- Sound knowledge of IHG policies, controls, and governance frameworks.
Decision Rights Owns Influences
- End-to-end service delivery of Capital and Lease Accounting processes.
- Process quality, efficiency, and compliance with internal controls.
- Employee performance, development, and retention.
- Month- and year-end close accuracy for capital reporting.
- Process automation and system enhancements (e.g., ARCS, PeopleSoft upgrades).
- Policy and control framework improvements.
- Strategic decisions related to capital expenditure governance and reporting.
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