Purpose of the RoleProvide dedicated finance ownership of spend management across Americas System Fund, ensuring scalable processes, governance, and accurate financial execution, while enabling the business to operate efficiently.Individual AccountabilitiesOwn end-to-end spend intake, PO creation, and financial governance for Americas System FundEnsure accurate funding allocation, cost center, and GL mapping across all spendEstablish and enforce standardized intake process (pre-PO controls and documentation)Create and manage POs aligned to approved structure and governance requirementsTrack full lifecycle: request → approval → PO → invoicing → closureMaintain centralized spend tracking and reporting across all funds and programsProvide monthly reporting, variance analysis, and spend insightsPartner with Global Sales (GSO), ACRM, and business teams to clarify spend intent and structureEnsure adherence to DOA, audit requirements, and System Fund governance standardsIdentify and mitigate risks related to misallocation, coding, and incomplete approvalsDrive process standardization, simplification, and automation opportunitiesSupport FBPs by shifting spend management burden away from analytical rolesCollaboration Network / CollaborationShared AccountabilitiesSpend Management (primary ownership from Finance)Governance & ComplianceStrategic Business Initiatives (where spend is involved)Headcount Management (as relevant to funding allocation)InterfacesInternal interfaces: SVP ACRM & Global Sales, AMER CFO / Finance Leadership, ACRM & GSO Business Teams, Finance COE/DS, Procurement / Sourcing, Legal / Compliance, System Fund Finance Team.External interfaces: External Auditors, Vendors / Agencies (via Procurement), Owners Association (as applicable)Critical Knowledge And ExperienceStrong understanding of:Financial coding (GL, cost centers, project structures)Budgeting, forecasting,



and reportingSystem Fund / multi-source funding modelsHigh attention to detail and control mindsetAbility to operate in complex, multi-stakeholder environmentStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsContinuous improvement and process design mindsetParameters for SuccessMetricsFinancialAccuracy of coding and allocationSystem Fund OP deliverySpend variance vs. planRing-fenced fund performanceNon-FinancialCycle time from intake to PO creationReduction in rework / exceptionsAudit compliance (zero material findings)Quality and timeliness of reportingStakeholder satisfactionOrganisational ParametersFor meStrong cross-functional network (Finance, GSO, Procurement, Legal)Trusted advisor on spend governance and funding structureActive contributor in decision-making forumsFor my teamSeen as trusted finance control ownersStrong understanding of funding structures and governanceHigh-quality, consistent outputDecision RightsInfluencesFunding structure and allocation decisionsSpend prioritization and execution approachProcess design across Finance and businessVetoesIncomplete or non-compliant spend requestsIncorrect financial coding or allocationSpend lacking appropriate approvalsAt IHG Hotels & Resorts, we work together to deliver True Hospitality for Good on a integral scale. With corporate offices and over 6,000 hotel destinations worldwide, a career at IHG is the perfect way to broaden your horizons. You’ll experience our unique culture and brilliant colleagues who will support and inspire you.



With a host of corporate opportunities to choose from, wherever you are on your career journey, and whatever you want to achieve there’s Room for You at IHG.Over recent years, we’ve transformed our company. We have bold ambitions to drive performance and maintain our relentless focus on growth in order to be the hotel company of choice that guests & owners love.We are a hospitality business at our core and value connections and being together helps us foster a unique sense of belonging that also supports productivity. That’s why here at IHG, we give our colleagues flexibility and balance – working in a hybrid way, blending office and remote working collectively. We recognise that every role is different, that’s why leaders work with teams to determine how and when they collaborate.We provide a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life. These include impressive room discounts across our many properties, recharge days and volunteering days throughout the year. Through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. We offer a unique and inclusive culture, where there is always Room for You to belong, grow and make a difference.Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. 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

📌 Manager Finance Spend Management - Americas System Fund (Jalisco)
🏢 IHG Hotels & Resorts
📍 Jalisco