Taskforce – Assistant Director of Finance

We are pleased that you are exploring Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren’t just met- they’re exceeded. We believe our customers select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who work hard to provide efficient service and meaningful experiences. It’s a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. At Hyatt, we care for people so they can be their best. Associates of Hyatt are given the tools from the first day to make a difference. Hyatt employees enjoy the following benefits: health and welfare programs, Hyatt retirement savings plan, educational assistance, employee stock purchase program, 12 free room nights for full time associates after 90 days of service, community involvement, and wellness reimbursement.

The Hyatt Shared Service Center provides accounting and customer support for over 200 Hyatt Hotels in North America and Latin America. Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance, yet reaps great rewards- whether it’s career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive working environment. If you are ready for this challenge, we are ready for you!

This role aims to support the overall Finance function and provides on-site leadership at our properties during periods of turnover. This position supports hotel Directors of Finance in overseeing daily operations contributing to strategic financial planning to deliver on key priorities. This task force position requires up to 50-75% travel, with assignments ranging from one week to several months.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and review all journal entries, month-end reports, and reconciliations.
• Review preliminary financial statements with Director of Finance.
• Participate in monthly financial reviews and support Director of Finance with the presentation of these reports.
• Supervise Finance and Procurement staff and 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 and off-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 full P&L responsibility.
• Assist with managing and ensuring SOX compliance- monitor internal controls and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Manage the audit process- Participate in and respond to auditor requests to ensure total hotel compliance.
• Help prepare all monthly and annual financial statements. Investigate, review and analyze the variance explanations, involving the department staff in this process. Proactively manage troubleshooting for relevant cost controls and revenue enhancements.
• Support Director of Finance with special reporting and adhoc analysis.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt core values (included in all job descriptions).
• The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary (included in all job descriptions).

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.

Qualifications

Experience:

• 2 years or more of finance career progression; preferred experience in hospitality, retail, or related industry
• Experience supervising/directing staff members
• Technical proficiency in Oracle and Hyperion
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills in English
• Adaptable to the time zone of the property; special considerations for Hawaii on a case-by-case basis

Education:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality, Business or Related Field preferred

Computer Skills Needed to Perform this Job:

• Office, Oracle, Hyperion, Opera, iCaps, ARCs, BirchStreet, Kronos

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