Hotel Area Assistant Director of Finance

Summary:
At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. This position is responsible for the oversight of the dual hotel's general ledger operations and supports theAreaDirector of Finance. Additionally, thisperson will be responsible forefficiently runningthe Accounting department in line with Hyatt Corporate standards while meetingguest and owner expectations. Other responsibilities will include the following:

• Prepare and review all journal vouchers, month-end reports and reconciliations
• Review preliminary financial statements with the Area Director of Finance
• Participate in monthly financial reviews and assist theArea Director of Finance with the presentation of these reports
• Assist the Area Director of Finance with supervising Accounting staffand the Information Technology functions of the hotel including coaching and counseling associates to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures,interviewing, training and evaluating performance of staff.
• Manage and help oversee hotel on-site accounting functions to ensure proper fiscal management, timely and accurate reporting and analysis for the hotel. This responsibility also includes hotel financial planning, budgeting, accounting and cash management
• Systems administration, G/L account reconciliations, budget preparations, inventories, monthly closings and fullP&L responsibility.
• Assist with managingand ensuring SOX compliance
• Assist the Area Director of Finance with completing the year-end audit process. Review and approve all reconciliations and audit work papers. Participate inand respond to auditor requests to ensuretotal hotel compliance.
• Help prepare all monthly and annual financial statements. Investigate, review and analyze the variance explanations, involving the department staff in this process. Take initiative to manage trouble shooting for respective cost controls and revenue enhancement
• Assist the Area Director of Financewith special reporting and analysis projects

Benefits:

• Complimentary & Discounted Hyatt Hotel Rooms
• Flexible Schedules
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Annual VIA Bus Pass/Discounted Parking
• Free Meals Provided in Employee Cafeteria
• Opportunities for Career Growth

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. If you would like to experience a "Day in the Life" at Hyatt, please click here and select "Hyatt Full Service".

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or Accounting or 4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a hotel
• Experiencesupervising Accounting staff members
• PriorMICROS, ADP/Enterprise, Kronos,andHyatt systems (Opera andPMS)expertise desired
• Must be an advanced user of Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Word and Excel
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
• Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line
• Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
• Must have excellent organizational, administrative and problem-solving skills