Manager Credit

July 10, 2023
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Job Description

  • Full Time
  • Nairobi

Marriott

Marriott International is a leading global lodging company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with more than 4,100 properties in 79 countries and reported revenues of nearly $14 billion in fiscal year 2014. Its heritage can be traced to a root beer stand opened in Washington, D.C., in 1927 by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 19 brands, including: Marriott Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott, Bulgari, EDITION, Renaissance, Gaylord Hotels, Autograph Collection, AC Hotels by Marriott, Moxy Hotels, Courtyard, Fairfield Inn & Suites, SpringHill Suites, Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites, Protea Hotels, Delta Hotels and Resorts, Marriott Executive Apartments and Marriott Vacation Club. Marriott has more than 361,000 people working worldwide at managed or franchised properties and corporate offices. Marriott has been consistently recognized as a top employer and for its superior business ethics. The company also manages the award-winning guest loyalty program, Marriott Rewards® and The Ritz-Carlton Rewards® program, which together surpass 49M members. Marriott is consistently recognized as a top employer and for its superior business operations, which it conducts based on five core values: put people first, pursue excellence, embrace change, act with integrity, and serve our world.
JOB SUMMARY

Manages the day-to-day operations of accounts receivables, ensuring that invoices being sent out are correct and dispersed in a timely manner. Follows up on any delinquent accounts. Researches and decides upon credit authorization for incoming customers.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

 4-year bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; no work experience required.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Work, Projects, and Policies

 Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
 Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data.
 Completes accounts receivable period end closing functions and procedures; credit and period end reporting.
 Upholds the policies and procedures outlined in the credit policy.
 Interacts with sales and catering staff for timely credit decisions on incoming customers.

Demonstrating and Applying Accounting Knowledge to Credit Management Issues

 Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.
 Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
 Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
 Keeps up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
 Stays knowledgeable of accounts receivable system.

Leading Credit Management Team

 Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
 Staffs, manages and develops all billing and accounts receivable employees.

Maintaining Finance and Accounting Goals

 Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
 Ensures profits and losses are documented accurately.
 Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
 Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
 Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.
 Ensures property billings are sent error free and in a timely manner.
 Monitors receivables for timely collections and follows up with appropriate collection correspondence.

Additional Responsibilities

 Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
 Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.
 Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
 Informs and/or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
 Maintains positive working relations with customers and department managers.

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