Job Description

Located in the heart of Auckland's central business district, experience mindful luxury at JW Marriott Auckland This superb hotel provides the perfect place to unwind and connect with friends and family. Featuring 286 guest rooms including 15 suites, which boast views out over Auckland CBD, be welcomed with warm and genuine service encouraging guests to revitalize mind, body and spirit during their stay.

Reporting into the General Manager, the Director of Finance will be a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, responsible for leading the hotel's financial strategy, governance, commercial performance, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and risk management while driving business growth and operational excellence. For the right candidate, visa sponsorship will be considered.

In a nutshell, the Director of Finance will be primarily responsible for the below:

Drive Financial Strategy & Business Performance
- Lead strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business analysis to maximize profitability, support growth initiatives, and achieve hotel performance objectives.
Provide Executive Leadership & Financial Governance
- Serve as a key member of the Executive Committee, leading the Finance team, ensuring strong internal controls, managing audits, and maintaining compliance with Marriott standards and regulatory requirements.
Partner with Stakeholders & Influence Decision-Making
- Act as a trusted advisor to the General Manager, ownership group, and leadership team by providing commercial insights, financial guidance, and clear communication on business performance and opportunities.
Oversee Financial Operations, Reporting & Risk Management
- Ensure accurate financial reporting, cash flow management, tax compliance, balance sheet integrity, and implementation of robust processes that safeguard assets and mitigate business risks.
Develop Talent & Foster a High-Performing Culture
- Lead, coach, and develop the Finance team through recruitment, training, performance management, succession planning, and cross-functional collaboration to build a strong and engaged department.

Ideal Profile

Proven experience in a similar leadership role (Executive Committee level) within an international luxury hotel environment
Strong people leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Sound commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, costs, and profitability.
Open work rights for NZ (if not, open to visa sponsorship for the right candidate).

Benefits

Complimentary meals on duty
Discounts on hotel rooms including all properties within the Marriott International group, for you and your family & friends
The best hotel training opportunities produced independently by JW Marriott Auckland and internationally recognized training programs by Marriott International
Discounts on food & beverage across all our hotels
Recognition programs to keep you motivated
Wellbeing & mindfulness programs to ensure you stay healthy
Employee Assistance Program
First Impression High Tea on the completion of your one month journey

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

About Marriott International

Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of approximately 9,000 properties across more than 30 leading brands in 141 countries and territories.

Its heritage can be traced to a root beer stand opened in Washington, D.C., in 1927 by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

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Industry

Travel & Hospitality

Company Size

10,000+ employees

Headquarters

Bethesda, MD

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

marriott.com

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