Hotel Brand: Location: Mexico, Guadalajara Drive growth by engaging with the business and providing financial leadership through business stewardship, support, and challenge Key Accountabilities Assist the development of the business strategy and learn to challenge priorities Create business cases to support strategic resource allocation Evaluate longer-term cost & revenue optimisation opportunities Perform tactical interventions with the business to close gaps vs. plan and achieve project delivery Enhance commercial acumen by proactively engaging with business counterparts to understand business drivers and industry / competitive challenges Support the (3-year) strategic planning process, formal budget review process and quarterly forecast review process Review monthly / quarterly financial performance reports and commentary of high value business areas including transparency of risks and opportunities Assist decision-making of senior management by assessing risks and opportunities to improve key financial and winnings metrics Identify improvement opportunities by benchmarking performance within / across regions Key Skills & Experiences Experienced business leader with at least 5 years of finance, strategy, and/or management consulting experience Experience leading cross‑functional teams, driving change, and challenging & communicating with senior leadership in a complex matrix organization Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in business, finance or related field required. Master’s Degree or equivalent work experience in business, finance or related field preferred IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable laws. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. #J-18808-Ljbffr