The HAFS organization manages the accounting and finance functions both on property and at a corporate level, enabling us to develop scalable, global processes that allow our team members the chance for growth and the ability to spend more time on strategic, high value work. This includes managing relationships with our critical business partners across our global activities with a key focus on driving finance process transformation to deliver sustainable benefit for our key customers. Position Statement The Team Lead for Revenue Accounting will assume responsibility for leading various accounting processes in the Revenue Accounting function within the HAFS team.Working with the management team they will support the implementation of the Revenue Accounting strategy and goals surrounding the delivery of accurate and timely reporting for the portfolio of hotels.The post holder will be expected to work closely with Senior Management on optimum delivery solutions which can be expected from a progressive upper quartile accounting service.The ability to support & deliver successful Change Management programmes is considered essential to the success of the role, as is the effective management of the direct reports and relationships with customers. Position Summary Under the direction and guidance of the Senior Manager, the post holder is responsible for the delivery of Revenue Accounting processes to agreed timetable and Service Level Agreements.The Team Lead will ensureHilton's Centre of Excellence offers a seamless, efficient and customer focused experience which maximises on output without compromising the quality of service. The ability to analyse team performance andmaximise process efficiency and effectiveness is considered essential.The post holder will assume day to day responsibility for managing, motivating and leading their direct reports, engendering a sense of empowerment in the pursuit of first-class service delivery.This will require meticulous attention to detail, the ability to accurately interpret key business drivers within the Revenue Accounting arena and to take appropriate action where necessary. They will also take ownership of the Revenue Accounting Service Level Agreements (SLA's) under their remit, assuming responsibility for ongoing monitoring to ensure that agreed service delivery metrics are met or exceeded.Key to the success of the role will be the ability to communicate and influence at various levels, both internally and with external stakeholders. Experience in participating in projects, the ability to simultaneously manage multiple tasks and support the team to deliver to tight deadlines are considered essential elements of this role. Essential Functions: · Under the guidance of team leadership, support delivery of strategy, goals, key initiatives, and priorities for the function. · Support the Senior Manager in evaluating the effectiveness of current processes and implement actions to streamline the processes and maximise efficiency. · Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key business stakeholders, including but not limited to Commercial Finance, Hotel Operations and General Managers, escalating any concerns to HAFS leadership as necessary. · Contribute to team meetings, huddles, etc. supporting peers in the direction given to the team. · Coordinate documentation for audit requests ensuring this is delivered in a structured & meaningful way · Demonstrate a strong understanding of the end-to-end processes in all areas of Revenue Accounting responsibility, supporting the confident delivery of solutions and responses to questions and queries · Support the Senior Manager in the production of relevant and timely Management Information · Carry out and monitor team member performance reviews, providing feedback and supporting development through training, best practice sharing etc. · Maintain all controls documentation in line with the organisation SOX compliance deliverables. · Keep up to date with UK regulations, statutory requirements, and hotel accounting protocols to ensure Hilton's compliance. · Support the team in understanding and delivering guidance on revenue accounting policy and procedures. · Lead delivery of team activities, motivating team to deliver efficient services, with a customer focused approach, ensuring all SLAs are achieved or exceeded. · Oversee financial tasks such as daily credit card balancing, posting adjustments in OA, journals to Peoplesoft and Balance Sheet Reconciliations, taking ownership for resolving any reconciling items · Provide direction and support to team with variance resolution, ensuring adherence to applicable controls to mitigate the risk of material error or misstatement. · Provide guidance and support to the business on operating best practice for revenue related processes. · Embrace change, encourage team to adopt a 'continuous improvement' approach and challenge the status quo. · Explore automation opportunities for routine tasks, to establish more efficient ways of performing the function tasks on a global scale. ·Partner with 3rdparty providers to implement system / process changes as required with a continuous monitoring process in place to track any changes to system parameters · Project Lead / Support for Revenue Accounting projects as required Experience and Skills: ·Proven ability to work to tight timelines whilst overseeing team performance and delivery. ·Excellent analytical and technical skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles ·Strong track record with suggestion & delivery of process refinements to enhance service offering. ·Able to handle multiple demands and appropriately prioritise responsibilities ·Strong leadership skills with experience of performance management ·Ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking, quantitative & qualitative analytical and decision-making skills to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and to provide recommendations for optimal solutions. ·Experience working in a SOX compliant controls environment. ·Strong inter-personal skills and able to maintain effective working relationships ·Proven ability to drive and adapt to change. ·Good knowledge of finance modules of an ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, Navision ·Advanced excel skills & working knowledge of Power BI tools would be advantageous. ·Language skills would be advantageous. Direct reports: ·Senior Analyst, Revenue Accounting ·Analyst, Revenue Accounting Required Qualifications & Experience: Required ·Batchelor's degree or extensive relevant experience in lieu thereof ·Extensive supervisory experience ·Extensive professional experience ·Some domestic/international travel may be required Preferred ·Accounting Certification/Qualificationor equivalent relevant experience in lieu thereof ·Previous experience of working within a Shared Service Centre / Centre of Excellence environment ·Supervisory Experience What will it be like to work for Hilton? Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands (http://jobs.hiltonworldwide.com/our-brands/index.php). Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all Job: HAFS UK Title: Team Leader, Revenue Accounting Location: null Requisition ID: EUR015JF EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans