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As part of the EMEA Finance Business Process & Transformation team this role ensures the accurate and timely execution of accounts payable processes at EMEA’s administrative offices.
Job Responsibility:
Ensures the accurate and timely execution of accounts payable processes at EMEA’s administrative offices
Input and payments of invoices received by the EMEA’s administrative offices
Requesting vendor set-up
Auditing, and tracking of expense claims
Liaising with Accenture Hospitality Services (AHS)
Assisting with the administration of the corporate credit card program
Responding to vendor and accounts payables queries and requests
Ensuring compliance with Marriott International Policies, International and Local Standard Operating Procedures (MIPs, ISOPs and LSOPs)
Assists with month end procedures and balance sheet reconciliations
Provides technical expertise and direction to support other Finance teams as well as the business with disbursement related issues
Responsible for timely and accurate Accounts Payable (AP) input ensuring Marriott suppliers are paid according to contracts
Timely review, coding and posting of AP invoices
Vendor profile set up and modification in People Soft AP
Promptly responding to supplier queries
Follow through on any rejected payments to ensure timely resolution
Ensuring VAT is entered correctly and supporting with VAT submission and reporting
Domestic and Foreign invoice processing in various currencies
Reviewing payment reports and ensuring invoices are paid according to established payment terms
Provide a clear, friendly service to all members of the Company and suppliers
Resolve issues and discrepancies with AHS / MBS in a timely manner
Highlighting missing bank keys, incorrect VAT configuration and payment schedules
Bringing received system error messages to the team’s attention for understanding and resolution
Assume the first point of contact for any accounts payables queries and requests, responding to them in a timely and professional manner according to Marriott guidelines
Liaise with Accenture Hospitality Services (AHS) via MRT (Marriott Request Tool) on AP set-up matters including Vendor creation, voucher amendments and payment inquiries
Input manually paid invoices in AP, when it’s not been possible to automatically pay through the system
Respond to disbursement related queries
Ensure correct accounting of revenue & costs according to the relevant accounting standards
Assist with monthly balance sheet reconciliations for AP related balance sheet accounts
Ensure timely and accurate posting of OFB invoices received by the EMEA offices, working with the accounting team on the correct input/classification of the relevant expenses
Leverage technology and effectively use information systems and tools to generate accurate reports and schedules
Identify ways to streamline accounts payable processes and provides recommendations and suggestions on improvements
Take ownership of improvement ideas within the area of responsibility and implement improvements as directed by the Senior Manager of Disbursement
Review Expense claims in Concur and measure compliance vs company MIP / LSOP 44 and LSOPs
Maintain a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets ensuring compliance with all MIPs, standard and local operating procedures (SOPs and LSOPs), specifically MIP-67, MIP-93 and any relevant local LSOP
Function as a Centre of Excellence as it pertains to Accounts Payable related matters, supporting and/or advising the business on where to get support eg: MRT for Accenture owned processes
Effectively leverage centralized accounting processes via Accenture Hospitality Services
Communicate financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors
Build strong working relationships with EMEA budget holders, Finance Business Partners, AHS, and other Finance teams to ensure timely settlements of outstanding invoices
Follow accounting policies and procedures, aligned with company’s targets
Protects Company Information by safeguarding its confidentiality, integrity, and availability according to Marriott standards
Coordinate and implement work and perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs
Requirements:
Fluency in English required
Proficiency in Peoplesoft including AP, OFB, General Ledger and EPM applications is a distinct advantage
Knowledge of internal Marriott accounting practices (preferred)
Solid knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including VAT / GST and other local Sales taxes required
Ability to work in a multi-currency environment
Advanced Excel proficiency
Ability to lead processes to meet ad-hoc and reoccurring deliverables
Trustworthy with strong business integrity and ability to hold sensitive information in confidence
Effective problem-solving abilities: recognizes and researches problems and identifies their underlying causes and recommends and implements solutions
Excellent organizational skills
effective in planning, prioritizing, and managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
Excellent communication skills
communicates effectively both orally and in writing
listens to others and effectively comprehends information
Excellent interpersonal skills
able to build and maintain key relationships
able to influence others and function effectively in a collaborative work environment
Active learner
applies past experiences to identify alternative solutions for current problems, able to understand and adjust to changing priorities, circumstances, direction, and personal styles
Relationship builder
networker
Collaborative
team player
Comfortable with complexity, ambiguity, and change
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field preferred
Nice to have:
Fluency in other languages is a plus
Proficiency in Peoplesoft including AP, OFB, General Ledger and EPM applications is a distinct advantage
Knowledge of internal Marriott accounting practices (preferred)