Finance Manager

The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart is located just steps from Hobart’s waterfront and the city’s top restaurants and attractions. The Tasman is a unique combination of Modern Contemporary, Art Deco and Heritage architecture. Presenting 152 luxuriously appointed guest rooms and suites with carefully restored features and adorned with exclusive art pieces from local artists, The Tasman reflects the true spirit of the destination.  

The Opportunity 

At The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart, we are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Finance Manager to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting the hotel's financial operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, compliance with company policies, and the timely preparation of reports and reconciliations.

This role is ideal for an individual who enjoys working with numbers, has a strong eye for detail, and is eager to develop their career within a luxury hospitality environment.

Key Accountabilities 

• Lead and support the hotel's financial operations, ensuring compliance with Marriott International policies, accounting standards, and statutory requirements.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, month-end journals, reconciliations, and balance sheet reviews.
• Manage and monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, income audit, payroll compliance, fixed assets, cash flow forecasting, and working capital controls.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and analysis to support business performance and achieve financial objectives.
• Oversee GST, payroll tax, FBT, withholding tax obligations, and support internal, external, and regulatory audit processes.
• Partner with operational leaders to provide commercial insights, improve financial literacy, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process efficiencies.
• Maintain strong financial controls and operational processes to safeguard assets and ensure business continuity.
• Review stocktakes, cost of sales reporting, audit processes, and financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Mentor and support Finance team members, contribute to succession planning, and act as the key finance contact in the absence of the Assistant Director of Finance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to achieving departmental and hotel performance goals.

Profile 

• Minimum 2 years' experience in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping role.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, or currently working towards completion.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Advanced attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities with the capacity to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Experience with hotel accounting systems and Peoplesoft Systems is highly regarded.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Full Australian working rights are essential.

Rewards for work, benefits for your lifestyle

• Join a supportive, progressive, and highly experienced team 
• Be part of something truly unique within The Tasman experience 
• Access generous benefits and discounts for yourself, family, and friends across over 9000+ Marriott properties worldwide 
• Extensive career development, learning, and growth opportunities 
• Wellbeing programs and initiatives designed to support you personally and professionally 
• Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to world-class events and experiences across Tasmania

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.