Assistant Director of Finance

Description:

Whether traveling for business or pleasure, Hyatt Regency McCormick Place has everything you’ll need under one hotel roof with over 1258 guest rooms, 53 suites and 13,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. In addition, our conference center boasts nearly 30,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. You will rest comfortably in spacious rooms and suites. Enjoy international cuisine at Third Star, ramen bowls at Sixes & Eights or meet for drinks at ARC Bar. Reenergize in the 24-hour StayFit™ Gym. If you are hosting a meeting or event, our hotel gives you direct access to more than 2.8 million square feet of space at the country’s largest convention center.

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive colleagues who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Assistant Director of Finance – Productivity & Financial Analysis plays a critical leadership role in supporting the financial health of the hotel.

This position partners closely with the Director of Finance and operational leaders to drive financial performance, labor productivity, and data-driven decision-making. The role oversees core accounting functions while elevating the hotel’s analytical capabilities, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and actionable insights that improve profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Hyatt standards

• Lead variance analysis (revenue, labor, expenses) vs. budget, forecast, and prior year; provide clear business insights and recommendations

• Support financial reviews and presentations with ownership/leadership teams

• Develop and maintain KPI dashboards (e.g., RevPAR, GOP, labor productivity, cost ratios) to support operational decision-making

Productivity & Cost Management

• Oversee hotel productivity initiatives, with a strong focus on labor optimization and operational efficiency

• Partner with department leaders to analyze staffing models, scheduling, and productivity metrics

• Identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement without compromising guest experience

• Monitor departmental expenses and enforce accountability to financial targets

Accounting Operations & Month-End Close

• Oversee general ledger activities, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations

• Ensure timely and accurate month-end close processes and reporting

• Review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

• Maintain oversight of AP, AR, and cash management functions

Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning

• Support the annual budget and monthly forecast processes

• Build financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic planning

• Facilitate collaboration with department heads to align operational goals with financial targets

Internal Controls, Compliance & Audit

• Ensure compliance with Hyatt policies, SOX requirements, and local regulations

• Maintain strong internal controls and audit-ready documentation

• Support internal and external audits, including preparation of schedules and responses to auditor requests

Leadership & Business Partnership

• Supervise and develop accounting colleagues, including training, coaching, and performance management

• Serve as a strategic partner to operations, translating financial data into actionable insights

• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration

• Support system optimization and process improvements to enhance reporting efficiency

Benefits

• Collaborative and team-driven environment with diverse industry experience and multi-cultural backgrounds

• Health benefit eligibility at 30 days of employment (FT only)

• 401K with company match – eligible to contribute at 30 days of employment

• Discounted room nights at over 1,000 Hyatt properties upon hire

• Free room nights at over 1,000 Hyatt properties at 90 days of employment (FT/PT)

• Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement (FT/PT)

• complimentary employee parking

• Access to hotel gym

• Free meals in colleague cafeteria

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays (eligibility and amount dependent on employment status)

• Annual performance-based increases

Salary: Salary range for this position is $93,000 to $100,000. Actual pay will be commensurate with experience.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

• 2 - 4 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in hospitality

• Strong knowledge of hotel financial systems (e.g., Opera, Oracle, POS/PMS platforms)

• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills

• Proven leadership and team development experience

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence non-financial leaders

• High level of integrity and ability to manage confidential information

Core Competencies

• Financial Acumen – Strong understanding of hotel financial drivers and profitability levers

• Productivity Focus – Deep understanding of labor and cost efficiency metrics

• Analytical Thinking – Ability to turn data into actionable insights

• Business Partnership – Builds trust and influences operational leaders

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

Primary Location: US-IL-Chicago

Organization: Hyatt Regency McCormick Place

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Accounting/Finance/Tax

Req ID: CHI015495

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.