Internal Audit Manager, Corporate/Americas

The Internal Audit function provides the Company with a systemic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance. Internal Audit ensures the Company's network of controls, governance, and business and financial risk management processes, are adequate and effective using a risk-based audit strategy.

As a member of the Internal Audit function, the Manager will provide support the delivery of the Company’s Internal Audit plan.

The candidate will support Internal Audit leadership in assessing organizational risks and development of the annual internal audit plan. He/she will lead risk based financial, compliance, operational, IT and property audits in the delivery of the annual audit plan. This includes planning, scoping, fieldwork, issue assessment and reporting.

The Manager will be responsible for developing and fostering relationships with management and stakeholders.

The candidate will support the Vice President in updating and enhancing the Internal Audit Methodology and identify areas to drive increased use of data to support audit activities.

The Manager will be responsible for partnering, scheduling, and overseeing internal and third party co-source resources for the above efforts.

To the extent the candidate has availability he / she will assist in other areas of the internal audit plan which may include travel to properties and other offices.

Expected Contribution

• Assist the Vice President and Director in executing the strategic direction of the internal audit plan

• Oversee resources (internal, co-sourced, domestic, international, business process and IT)
• Highlight opportunities to increase use of technology and data analytics to streamline working practices to drive efficiency and quality
• Establish respect by key stakeholders and demonstrate a proven ability to add value and ensure that internal controls are effective across all disciplines
• Manage relationships and communications effectively with key stakeholders
• Manage third party co-sourced teams to ensure that Marriott’s global controls, policies and procedures are maintained to the strictest standards and Internal Audit efforts are completed efficiently, effectively, of high quality, and that terms of the Master Service Agreement and Statements of Work (SOW) are met, including budgeted hours and cost
• Remain current on developments within the hospitality industry best practices as well as related regulatory requirements
• Lead related planning and closing meetings
• For each of the areas of responsibility, the manager will:
• Lead and support the use of Internal Audit software to drive all aspects compliance audits

• Manage the execution of audits in the internal audit plan which includes oversight of planning, approach, fieldwork, and reporting for financial, operational, IT, compliance, and property audits.

• Supervise assigned internal associates including, performance review and feedback, mentoring, career development and other relevant human resources related tasks
• This role may be called upon to lead other Internal Audit initiatives including fraud investigations, financial or operational internal audits or other special projects as assigned
• Develop and conduct training requested by the business

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Key Talents and Experience

• Effective in prioritizing work and following through on commitments. Project management skills
• Additional languages desirable
• Knowledge of audit procedures, including planning, techniques, tests, and sampling methods involved in conducting audits and of the requirements set forth in the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work with and communicate effectively with all levels of management and external auditors
• Strong communications (verbal and written), organization and presentation skills
• Demonstrated experience and ability to build, develop and motivate teams to execute strategy and goals to achieve desired results
• Knowledgeable of COSO, GAAP, SEC and PCAOB regulations and requirements – up to date with industry and regulatory changes and professional standards
• Strongly prefer candidates with an understanding of the hospitality industry (property management systems, occupancy, revenue per available room, average daily rate, etc.) and exposure to accounting for loyalty programs
• Ability to integrate and balance priorities, work activities and resources for the benefit of multiple key stakeholders
• At least 5 years of experience leading Internal Audit projects preferably in a large, publicly traded company
• Experience in analyzing data, evaluating trends, and assessing risks and impact
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, executive leadership, external auditors and third party service providers
• Ability to develop dashboards and presentations that deliver an effective message and impact to leadership and stakeholders
• Accommodating flexibility needs as priorities and workload shifts
• Willingness to contribute to teams’ success at various levels when needed to meet deadlines or address staffing considerations
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in corporate internal audit or public accounting firm strongly preferred

Education and Professional Certification

• CPA is strongly preferred, otherwise CIA or CISO are required
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

LOCATION

• This is hybrid position based at Marriott’s headquarters in Bethesda, MD and could require up to 30% travel