Senior Financial Analyst (Hybrid-Chicago based)

Summary Hyatt seeks an enthusiastic Senior FP&A Analyst to join our Global FP&A team based in Chicago. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader finance organization, where you'll be instrumental in continuing to make Hyatt a leading hospitality company. You will be part of a team that is passionate about our purpose, committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills, and building connections across the organization with colleagues, customers, and guests. Who We Are At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best and fastest-growing hospitality brands in the world. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands, and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities for our colleagues. As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers. How We Care for Our People What sets us apart is our purpose-to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy, and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong. We’re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include: Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally Flexible work schedule Work‑life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on‑site fitness center A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match Who You Are As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care, and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Wellbeing. You enjoy working with others, are results‑driven, and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally. The Role The Senior Financial Analyst - Corporate FP&A will be responsible for financial analysis, monthly close oversight, and budgeting/forecasting in support of the corporate business unit. The role will also contribute to departmental reporting, prepared ad hoc analyses, and participate in projects as needed. Assume ownership of various forecasting applications and tools that support the Global Finance organization by ensuring data flows, templates, and reporting structures are accurate and complete Oversee data integrations across planning and reporting applications, identifying and resolving discrepancies timely while collaborating with various teams such as Financial Reporting and Consolidations as well as Hyperion Support Systems Coordinate system updates and refreshes with planning applications to support various business reviews throughout the year Complete tasks monthly to ensure system readiness for close and forecast as well as budget when applicable Complete/oversee monthly financial responsibilities for various corporate departments. Responsibilities include variance analysis compared to internal expectations and determining how favorable or unfavorable results may affect full‑year expectations, budget development and re‑forecasting, accruals, and invoice review and processing Assist in preparation of various materials for Senior Leadership and Board Presentations as well as review of Earnings Release and related materials quarterly and as needed throughout the year Serve as primary point of contact with corporate business contacts on financial matters and related questions and providing assistance by collaborating with teams such as corporate accounting, AP and others as necessary Identify areas of opportunity and efficiency in areas of responsibility including process improvement, simplifying workflows, leveraging new tools and resources such as AI, and taking action to enable better insights Leverage statistical and operational data to draw correlations between periodic operational and financial results, providing greater insight and decision‑making abilities to senior management Gather and report information for annual regulatory reporting as well as year‑end audit reporting from external auditors as well as internal audit Assist in addressing ad hoc requests Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and quickly reprioritize and pivot based on business needs and feedback from senior leadership Actively pursue learning and self‑development to enhance personal and professional growth Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt's core values Qualifications Experience Required 3+ years of experience in finance or accounting Knowledge of Hotel Industry and previous SEC and financial experience is a plus Experience Preferred Financial ERP / Reporting system knowledge (Oracle and Hyperion preferred) Strong PC Skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) 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. The salary range for this position is $80,000-$100,000. This position is also eligible to earn incentive awards, an annual bonus, monthly or quarterly incentives, etc. The final pay rate/salary offered to the successful candidate will depend on experience, skill level, and other qualifications for the role, as well as the location of the performance of work. Pay for the successful candidate will meet local requirements, including the local minimum wage rate. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement