Chief Accountant

Summary As a Chief Accountant , you will report directly to the Director of Finance and assist in supervising and managing the day-to-day operations as well as ensuring the Accounting Policies & Procedures have been implemented where appropriate. You will also responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the Accounting Department within the Administration and General Division. This role will have oversight and manage the purchasing department. Qualifications Experience in implementing and managing financial strategies, including internal controls and process redesign initiatives, is preferred Experience in hospitality, cost audit and driving efficiencies in the business is highly desirable Self-motivating, capable of working independently and taking initiatives and adept to multi-tasking environments Detail-oriented, looks beyond surface evidence, and adopts a hands‑on approach in performance of work Exhibits inquisitiveness, business acumen, thoughtfulness, diligence, care, and possesses problem‑solving skills Good proficiency, knowledge and experience in financial consolidation, accounting standards and tax Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills You will be responsible for the efficient running of the department in line with Hyatt's Corporate Strategies and brand standards, whilst meeting employee, guest and owner expectations. The Chief Accountant is responsible to assist the Director of Finance in managing the department, through planning, organizing, directing and controlling the Accounting & Finance and Information Systems policies and procedures, operation and administration. Qualifications Experience in implementing and managing financial strategies, including internal controls and process redesign initiatives, is preferred Experience in hospitality, cost audit and driving efficiencies in the business is highly desirable Self-motivating, capable of working independently and taking initiatives and adept to multi-tasking environments Detail-oriented, looks beyond surface evidence, and adopts a hands‑on approach in performance of work Exhibits inquisitiveness, business acumen, thoughtfulness, diligence, care, and possesses problem‑solving skills Good proficiency, knowledge and experience in financial consolidation, accounting standards and tax Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational, administrative and problem‑solving skills Must possess the following strengths: effective communicator, team player, goal drive, willingness to provide exceptional service to internal colleagues as well as external partners Advanced user of Microsoft Word and Excel Prior experience with Oracle, Opera, Micros, and/or Birchstreet preferred but not required 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. Benefits available with this position include: Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance (Full-Time) after 30 days of employment 401k & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) Basic Life Insurance Short term disability insurance New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance Compassionate Leave Paid Time Off: Thompson Seattle colleagues begin accruing Vacation Time on their first day of service. At six months of service, colleagues are vested in the time they have been accruing. Full Time & Part Time Colleagues are eligible for vacation time. Hire Date Through Four Years - 10 Days or 80 hours Five to Nine Years - 15 Days or 120 hours 10 years or greater - 20 Days or 160 hours Sick Leave: Full time, part time and on‑call colleagues accrue and have the right to utilize sick and safe time according to Seattle's Paid Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. As a Tier Three employer all colleagues accrue one (1) hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked starting on their hire date, however, these colleagues cannot use their accrued sick time until they have completed 90‑days of employment with Hyatt Extended Illness Days: unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year Holiday Pay: Full‑time colleagues are eligible for holiday pay on their first day of employment. The paid holidays for eligible colleagues recognized by our hotel are: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and 2 pre‑approved days for Floating Holidays. Additional perks may include: Colleague Discounted Rates as of the 1 st day of employment Complimentary Room Nights for full‑time and part‑time positions after 90 days of employment Flexible Spending Account Subsidized ORCA Pass or free parking Tuition Reimbursement of $1,000.00 per calendar year Cellphone Reimbursement Complimentary Dry Cleaning Employee Assistance Program Relocation assistance Wage Information Pay ranges are listed on each job posting individually. Non-exempt managers The hourly rate for this position is $32.38, annualized at $80,000.00 salary based on 45 number of hours. #J-18808-Ljbffr