Assistant Director Finance - Edition Cape Town (Pre-Opening) at Marriott International

Role Overview

• The Assistant Director of Finance supports the financial leadership of The Cape Town EDITION, contributing to the delivery of strong financial results while upholding EDITION brand standards and owner expectations.
• Working closely with the Director of Finance and the Executive Team, this role provides financial analysis, planning support, and accounting oversight to enable sound decision‑making, effective cost control, and a strong internal control environment. The role also supports the development and execution of the hotel’s business plan and financial strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support the preparation of the annual operating budget, forecasts, and business plan
• Analyse financial performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
• Monitor actual results against budget and provide actionable insights to department leaders
• Support productivity, cost‑saving, and profit‑improvement initiatives

Accounting & Controls

• Ensure accurate financial reporting, reconciliation, and balance sheet integrity
• Support internal, external, and regulatory audit processes
• Maintain strong financial and operational controls to safeguard hotel assets
• Ensure compliance with brand standards, operating procedures, and management agreements

Business & Stakeholder Support

• Communicate financial information clearly to hotel leadership and key stakeholders
• Support cash flow management, working capital control, and owner reporting
• Participate in review meetings to drive informed commercial decision‑making

Team & People Development

• Support leadership and development of the Finance & Accounting team
• Ensure new hires are onboarded effectively and team members are cross‑trained
• Participate in performance management and hiring activities as required

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting
• Experience in finance or accounting, preferably within hospitality or a service‑driven environment
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills
• Solid understanding of financial controls, budgeting, and reporting

Additional Information

• Full‑time, on‑site role based at The Cape Town EDITION, V&A Waterfront
• Candidates must have the legal right to work in South Africa
• In line with our Employment Equity objectives, preference may be given to candidates who contribute to workforce representivity