Marriott International

Manager, Loyalty Finance

Marriott International  •  Bethesda, MD (Hybrid)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Director, Loyalty Performance, the Manager, Loyalty Performance will support the financial management of the Loyalty Program (Marriott Bonvoy), helping ensure its ongoing financial health and enabling achievement of the program’s financial goals. This role will partner closely with the Finance Business Partner – Consumer Operations (FBP CO), Loyalty business partners, Marriott Business Services (MBS), IT, Tax, Legal, Financial Contract Compliance, and Revenue Management to execute financial and operational strategies that support the program’s fiscal priorities.

The Manager will serve as a subject matter expert on Loyalty Program financials, leading efforts to compile, analyze, and translate complex data into actionable insights for the Global Loyalty team, continents, and other key stakeholders. A primary area of focus will be hotel reimbursements and program funding. In addition, the Manager will support departmental priorities by contributing to the execution of key initiatives and the continuous enhancement of systems and processes. The role requires the ability to synthesize information from diverse sources, identify opportunities, anticipate challenges, and drive strategies that deliver measurable business value.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

Required

  • 5+ years of professional experience in finance, accounting, financial data analytics or related field.
  • BS/BA in accounting, finance, or related field preferred; or equivalent experience.
  • Strong MS Office skills, including advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint, and data analytic tools.

Preferred

  • Loyalty Programs experience.
  • Lodging/hospitality industry experience.
  • Experience with Marriott Systems, SmartView, or Tableau.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

  • Partner with the FBP Loyalty team to develop and maintain financial reimbursement models for the Loyalty Program, ensuring alignment between program costs and benefits and supporting overall financial viability and leadership objectives.
  • Maintain a strong understanding of Loyalty Program reimbursement and funding processes, including financial calculations and stay data flows.
  • Build and maintain relationships with Loyalty business partners to provide financial guidance and support the development and implementation of strategies that improve financial and operational performance and owner transparency.
  • Partner with FBP CO leadership and the Loyalty business team to develop, document, and implement policies to address program, owner, or hotel issues, including identifying gaps and communicating solutions.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on Loyalty Program financials.
  • Conduct ad hoc financial analyses for FBP CO leadership and key stakeholders, including evaluation of owner impacts, program enhancements, and other business or financial inquiries.
  • Prepare financial reporting and variance analysis for stakeholders.
  • Partner with stakeholders to develop and implement financial controls, as well as cost monitoring and reporting processes, to ensure accurate tracking of program costs and projections.
  • Analyze actual results versus budget/forecast and last year, identify key variances, assess impact on annual results, and identify reasons for discrepancies. Communicate financial impacts to stakeholders on a regular basis.
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships across the Program team and key stakeholders to ensure timely exchange of actionable financial information.
  • Ensure data integrity and accuracy through ongoing monitoring of key performance measures and periodic audits of reports; identify and resolve anomalies or inconsistencies.
  • Perform account reconciliations across systems, document discrepancies, and ensure compliance with accounting controls.
  • Communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, to ensure alignment on business objectives.
  • Perform other duties as required to support business needs.

LOCATION

  • This position will be based at Corporate Headquarters in Bethesda, MD

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.


All positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. Click here to learn more.


Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave and educational assistance.

Washington Applicants Only Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive a minimum of 9 holidays annually.


Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.
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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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