Manager of Finance & Business Support

• Assists in providing financial guidance in the formulation and implementation of Strategic Plan, Budget and KPO’s (Goals Program)

• Assists in implementing and reviewing financial controls and policies

• Assists in the analysis of financial and management reports

• Assists in the design of internal reporting systems required by the department and hotel

• Assists in the evaluation of existing internal control measures that apply to accounting procedures and computer systems as per IHG Policies and Procedures

• Employs adequate internal control procedures to ensure correct authorization for payment procedures

• Assists in the management of internal and external audits when they occur

• Provides administrative support to Management with reference to policy enforcement, business advice and operational assistance

• Identifies training needs, develops formal training plans and conducts training sessions for accounting and operational staff in coordination with other departments

• Participates in local recognized professional and industry organizations

• Conducts monthly inspections and tests to ensure all departments are complying with required procedures

• Performs those duties required by the controls checklist issued by IHG Regional Director of Finance / Area V.P. Finance

• Implements and maintains acceptable accounting practices and procedures as required by InterContinental Hotels Group Policy, generally accepted accounting practices, and as affected by local conditions

• Assists in the review of operating equipment stores to avoid unnecessary/excessive purchases and to eliminate (or at least be aware) of obsolete slow moving items

• Assists in ensuring all accounts are reconciled on monthly basis, review and approve those reconciliation’s

• Assists in ensuring payments are made to IHG (All Fees and billings) as fast as possible

• Assists with the management of work flows of the finance department

• Assist in the maintenance of the fixed asset register on an annual basis

• Works with Head of Departments to perform ad hoc cost benefit analysis on various projects

• Assists in enforcing, documenting and establishing adequate controls for all revenues and expenses and protection of assets

• Maintains up to-date account analysis and reconciliations

• Interacts, as required, with individuals outside the hotel including, hotel’s legal counsel, insurance companies, tax consultants, auditors, commercial banks and government banks

• Assists in maintaining accurate and timely financial and operating information and ensure corporate deadlines are met

• Assist in follow-up on all capital expenditures to ensure compliance with original justification and approval

• Maintains professional and technical competence

• Assists in implementing and maintaining acceptable accounting practices and procedures as required by IHG policy and procedures, generally accepted accounting practices, and as effected by local conditions

• Assists in control of inventory, credit, and collection, disbursements, deposits and remittances

• Perform any other duties which may be assigned by the management from time to time.