Financial Controller

Role summary

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The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the hotel’s accounting and finance operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash management, internal controls, audits, and compliance with Marriott and local Indonesian regulations. Candidates typically need a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, relevant hotel or hospitality experience, strong knowledge of accounting systems, and good analytical and leadership skills. Professional accounting qualifications are an advantage. The role expects accuracy, integrity, commercial awareness, timely reporting, and the ability to work closely with department leaders and senior management. Fluency in English and Indonesian, together with strong communication and problem-solving abilities, is generally expected.

About the employer

Four Points by Sheraton Bandung is a modern full-service hotel operated under Marriott International’s Four Points brand. Located in Bandung, West Java, the hotel serves business travelers, leisure guests, families, and groups visiting the city’s shopping, culinary, and cultural attractions. Four Points properties are known for practical comfort, friendly service, local character, and amenities such as restaurants, meeting facilities, fitness services, and guest accommodation. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across many countries. Employees typically work within internationally established service, financial, compliance, and operational standards, while also responding to local market conditions. A Financial Controller at the hotel would support sound financial management, protect company assets, guide budgeting and reporting, and partner with operational leaders to improve business performance.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia offers opportunities across hospitality, tourism, finance, technology, education, and international business. Java, including Bandung and Jakarta, has the largest concentration of corporate and hotel employment, while Bali is especially strong in resorts, restaurants, wellness, and tourism. Indonesian culture values politeness, community, respect for hierarchy, and relationship-building. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to relaxed coastal and island communities; food, nature, and diverse religious traditions are central to daily life. Foreign nationals generally need an employer-sponsored work permit and an appropriate limited-stay visa, commonly arranged through the hiring company. Working without authorization is not permitted. Relocation planning should include accommodation, healthcare, taxation, banking, transport, and private or international schooling where relevant. Bandung has a cooler climate than many Indonesian cities and generally lower living costs than Jakarta or Bali, although salary packages and housing support should be confirmed before accepting an offer.