Assistant Director of Finance

Description:

? The Opportunity

Hyatt seeks a Finance Business Partner who embraces the principle of agile and is committed to cross-function collaboration aimed at implementing strategic financial strategies aligned with business objectives to deliver on key priorities for all stakeholders.??This role reports to the Director of Finance and is pivotal in driving the hotel's achievements and profitability.??This full-time role offers flexible scheduling with opportunities to work remotely.

Who We Are

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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 to 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.

Why Now?

This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.

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. ?At Lost Pines, we bring our purpose to life by demonstrating genuine warmth, offering exceptional Texas hospitality and by making meaningful connections with our Guests and Colleagues.?

We're proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:

·?????????- Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally

·?????????- Flexible work schedule and location

·????????- ?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 Assistant Director of Finance supports the Director of Finance in overseeing all financial operations of the hotel, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and adherence to financial regulations and standards. This position is responsible for the oversight of the hotel's Finance Department's day to day operations, maintaining internal controls, partnering with managers on expense management and general ledger operations, providing training to finance team members and special projects as assigned, in line with Hyatt Corporate standards while meeting guest and owner expectations. Other responsibilities will include the following:

• 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 coachingand 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 ad hoc analysis.

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.

Qualifications:

Experience Required:

• 2 years or more of finance career progression; preferred experience in hospitality, retail, or related industry.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality, Business or related field preferred.
• Experience supervising/directing staff members.
• Prior POS (Simphony, Infrasys), PMS (Opera), Oracle, ADP/Enterprise, Kronos, expertise desired
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

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.

Primary Location: US-TX-Bastrop - Austin

Organization: Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Accounting/Finance/Tax

Req ID: BAS007172

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.