Division Controller - Technology Management - AZ Based

Job Purpose

Provides financial expertise and control functions for multiple departments, with primary emphasis on supporting the Technology business unit, which includes supporting hardware, software, security, technology, and reservation departments. Prepares and analyzes financial results and provides management with an understanding of the department’s financial performance and the financial effect of business plans and strategies. Responsible for monitoring and managing the Company's multi-million-dollar capital and operating expenditure budget.

Essential Job Results

The candidate is responsible for overseeing core accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, and providing financial expertise and support to multiple departments. Key responsibilities include:

• Financial Closing and Reconciliation: Responsible for closing the books monthly, performing account reconciliations, and ensuring all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with GAAP, FASB, and other related accounting standards.
• Forecasting, Budgeting, and Variance Analysis: Collaborates with the technology team to prepare forecasts and budgets to support departmental planning. Conducts monthly variance analysis, providing explanations and insights on variances to enable management to make informed financial decisions.
• Facilitation of Financial Decision Making: Promotes effective use of data and financial analysis to support cost/value assessments of services, initiatives, and investments within assigned departments. Provides technical support, leadership, and collaboration in the annual budgeting and operating plan process, working closely with key management.
• Core Accounting Responsibilities and Business Partnership: Once core accounting responsibilities are achieved, the candidate will become a valued business partner, offering strategic support to the technology business unit. Works closely with the management team to enhance financial effectiveness and offer financial expertise that aligns with business needs.
• Strategic Advisory Role: Acts as a strategic business partner and advisor for managers in assigned departments. Maintains a comprehensive understanding of departmental operations and business requirements, initiating and responding to requests for financial analysis of both ongoing and innovative programs.
• Trend Analysis and Reporting: Identifies trends by analyzing data and brings issues, insights, and recommended resolutions to management’s attention. Supports management by preparing financial and accountability reports, updates on budget projections, and program performance reviews.
• Comprehensive Variance Analysis: Regularly prepares detailed variance analysis reports, addressing potential issues and providing management with actionable insights. Assists in preparing presentations on findings and recommendations for senior management, the Board of Directors, or member committees as required.
• Confidentiality and Quality Standards: Protects the integrity of financial data by upholding company standards for quality service and confidentiality.

This role combines foundational accounting responsibilities with strategic partnership, supporting the organization’s financial health and growth by providing expertise, guidance, and operational insight.

Experience

• Minimum 8 years related financial analysis experience, including management level assignments.
• Top public accounting firm experience preferred.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Master of Business Administration desirable.

Skills

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel must be expert level.
• Workday experience a plus.
• Proficiency in query and report writing tools that accompany financial software packages.
• Financial / budgeting acumen with financial accountability.
• Ability to resolve divergent interests and make quick, effective decisions.
• Ability to develop in-depth understanding of assigned departments operations, contracts and accounting.
• Ability to protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.

Other Requirements

• Position is currently hybrid, with requirement to be onsite at least 3 days per week. HQ (address is 6201 N 24th Parkway in Phoenix, AZ)
• Typical office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.
• This position does not offer relocation assistance.
• May travel up to 20% of work time.

Benefits Summary for Full Time Employees (work 30 + hours per week)

Available Day One:

• Medical/Dental/Vision

• Vacation/Sick/Floating Holidays - accruals start

• 401K – company match and direct contribution

• Employee discounts/Hotel discounts

• Financial and health wellness programs

Equal Employment Opportunity

Best Western International, Inc. (the “Company”) maintains a policy of equal employment opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard race (including hair textures and hair styles associated with race), color or pigmentation, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, caste, age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, LGBTQ+ individuals, height, or weight, pregnancy status, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, uniformed service or veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local laws. The Company’s equal employment opportunity policy applies to all aspects of employment with the Company, including but not limited to, hiring, promotion, transfer, benefits, discipline and termination.

If you have concerns about improper conduct related to equal employment opportunity, please report your concerns immediately to your supervisor, a member of the Human Resources Department, or a member of the Executive Team. The Company will investigate all reports of improper conduct and will take appropriate action. No adverse action will be taken against anyone who, in good faith, reports such conduct, and employees, therefore, can and should raise concerns without fear of retaliation.