Open To Work
VICTOR CHANGWA
Los Angeles
Work Preference
Summary
Accounting professional with over a decade of experience in financial management, audits, and budget oversight as well as strong leadership in hospitality hotel management. Demonstrates a strong record in enhancing operational efficiency through process optimization and cross-department collaboration, ensuring compliance and delivering timely financial reporting.
Overview
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1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Front Office Manager
Marriott Pittsburgh City Center
Pittsburgh
09.2025 - 03.2026
- Managed front desk operations and ensured guest satisfaction at Marriott Pittsburgh City Center.
- Supervised front office operations and night audit activities, coordinating with housekeeping and maintenance on financial administrative tasks to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Trained and supervised front office staff to provide excellent service.
- Coordinated room assignments and maintained accurate reservation systems.
Senior Lease Financial Analyst (Contract)
JLL – Citi Bank Project
04.2024 - 11.2025
- Reviewed complex commercial lease agreements, including amendments and subleases, to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Performed rent variance analysis and general ledger reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and supporting timely resolution and payment.
- Managed key lease milestones and payment obligations, reducing risk of missed deadlines and financial penalties.
- Processed high volume of vendor invoices accurately and efficiently through the use of Excel VLOOKUPs and Pivot tables.
- Reviewed invoices for proper coding, approvals, and supporting documentation.
- Managed payment processing, including checks, ACH, wire transfers.
- Reconciled vendor statements and resolved invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with internal departments to ensure accurate expense coding and timely approvals.
- Facilitated month-end close activities for accounts payable, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Supported process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Assisted with the annual financial audit, ensuring full compliance with Accounting GAAP standards.
Audit Manager
Crowne Plaza Hotel & Suites
04.2022 - 08.2025
- Led end-to-end audit processes for hotel operations, ensuring compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.
- Implemented stronger internal controls and documentation practices, enhancing audit readiness and accountability.
- Corrected reporting discrepancies, enhancing financial accuracy and reducing audit exceptions.
Assistant Director – Financial Management, Monitoring & Reporting
City of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
12.2013 - 05.2022
- Directed financial reporting and audit readiness for a large municipal structure, supporting multi-department operations.
- Oversaw budgeting, expenditure tracking, and variance analysis to improve financial discipline and transparency.
- Led Auditor General engagements and implemented corrective actions, contributing to improved audit outcomes.
- Contributed to planning and preparation of long-term budgets to align financial strategies with organizational goals.
- Managed SAP implementation and transformation projects, actively participating in SAP S/4HANA programs and ECC-to-S/4 modernization initiatives to enhance system capabilities.
Finance Manager
Johannesburg Tourism Company
Johannesburg
12.2008 - 11.2013
- Developed budgets, forecasts, and financial models to inform executive decision-making and optimize resource allocation.
- Prepared balance sheet, cash flow statements, and annual financial statements to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities and financial risks, implementing controls that enhanced profitability.
- Manage fixed asset accounting operations, including additions, transfers, retirements, impairments, and depreciation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Financial Accountant
Deloitte South Africa
Johannesburg
06.2006 - 11.2008
- Prepared financial statements and monthly reporting packages ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS standards.
- Managed reconciliations and supported month-end close processes, contributing to timely financial reporting.
- Assisted with audit preparation and compliance documentation, facilitating smooth client engagements.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Financial Management
London Business School
London United KingdomSome College (No Degree) - New General Ledger
SAP Global
South AfricaSome College (No Degree) - Accounting and Finance
South Africa Accounting Academy
South AfricaSkills
- Financial Reporting
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Variance Analysis
- Cost Control
- Cash Flow Management
- Internal Controls
- Audit compliance
- Financial Modeling
- Financial statement prep
- Advanced Excel
- Word
- PowerPoint
Accomplishments
- Consistently achieved clean or improved audit outcomes across multiple organizations by strengthening internal controls and documentation.
- Reduced reporting errors and reconciliation gaps by implementing standardized processes and cross-functional coordination.
- Delivered actionable financial insights that improved budgeting accuracy and decision-making for senior leadership.
Education And Certifications
- ACCA Advanced Diploma in Accounting & Business
- SAP Financial Accounting (FI) Certification (New General Ledger)
- GAAP & IFRS Certifications
Languages
English
Professional
French
Elementary
Certification
- SAP Financial Accounting
Timeline
Assistant Front Office Manager
Marriott Pittsburgh City Center
09.2025 - 03.2026
Senior Lease Financial Analyst (Contract)
JLL – Citi Bank Project
04.2024 - 11.2025
Audit Manager
Crowne Plaza Hotel & Suites
04.2022 - 08.2025
Assistant Director – Financial Management, Monitoring & Reporting
City of Johannesburg
12.2013 - 05.2022
Finance Manager
Johannesburg Tourism Company
12.2008 - 11.2013
Financial Accountant
Deloitte South Africa
06.2006 - 11.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Financial Management
London Business School
Some College (No Degree) - New General Ledger
SAP Global
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Finance
South Africa Accounting Academy