Area Assistant Director of Finance

When you work in Hawaii, in addition to learning about the functional aspects of running a hotel — like the proper way to make a bed or how to best handle luggage — it’s critically important to understand Hawaiian culture and the spirit of ‘ohana, or ‘family.’ When opening the first Andaz property in Hawaii, our team participated in Hawaiian culture training to help us understand what ‘ohana truly means. Hyatt Regency Baytown A catalyst for Baytown's waterfront district development, and located at the base of the iconic Fred Hartman Bridge, along the Houston Ship Channel, the Hyatt Regency Baytown- Houston will undoubtedly provide the ultimate gateway entrance to the city of Baytown, a coastal city known for its rich Texas history. Baytown is just minutes from downtown Houston and Galveston and close to the Kemah Boardwalk and NASA Space Center. Hyatt Regency Conroe Relax in the serenity of tall pines when you stay at Hyatt Regency Conroe. Situated on the former site of Camp Strake in Conroe's new Grand Central Park, the hotel combines the beauty of its natural surroundings with the convenience of modern amenities to create a uniquely Texas experience. Hyatt Regency Conroe is located just 10 minutes from a bustling downtown district with lively dining and nightlife options, 20 minutes from Lake Conroe, and 30 minutes from Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Our hotel features a chic on-site restaurant with an exposed kitchen, an outdoor pool, 27,000 square feet of flexible event space, and much more. This Area Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for the oversight of the hotel's general ledger operations and supports the Director of Finance. Additionally, this person will be responsible for efficiently running the Finance department in line with Hyatt Corporate standards while meeting guest and owner expectations. Other responsibilities will include the following: Responsibilities Prepare and review journals, month‑end reports, and reconciliations Review preliminary financial statements with Director of Finance Participate in monthly financial reviews and assist Director of Finance with the presentation of these reports Assist Director of Finance with supervising Finance staff, Purchasing staff, and 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 full P&L responsibility Assist with managing and ensuring SOX compliance Assist Director with completing the year‑end audit process. Review and approve all reconciliations and audit work papers. Participate in and respond to auditor requests to ensure total hotel compliance Help prepare all monthly and annual financial statements. Investigate, review and analyze variance explanations, involving the department staff in this process. Take initiative to manage troubleshooting for respective cost controls and revenue enhancement Assist Director with special reporting and analysis projects Hyatt colleagues work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Hyatt has the best to offer including: paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, medical health care, paid FamilyBonding Time, Adoption Assistance, discounted and complimentary rooms at Hyatt locations across the globe, free colleague meals and free parking during shifts, and many more! Qualifications Hospitality or Accounting degree preferred 2 years or more of progressive Accounting experience, preferably in a hotel Prior Infrasys, Oracle, ADP/Enterprise, and Hyatt systems (Opera) expertise desired Must be an advanced user of Microsoft Word and Excel 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 Hyatt is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hyatt Group