Assistant Director of Finance

Description:

The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Hotel is in the famed Deer Valley ski resort and approximately 40 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport. The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Hotel is part of a new development, planned to incorporate 17 ski lifts, ±1,600 residential units, 8 hotels with a total of ±1,350 rooms, ±250,000 square feet of conference and retail space, and one of the largest "ski beaches" in the world.

The Grand Hyatt is comprised of 436 luxury accommodations including 381 guest rooms and 55 residential units with approximately 30,000 square feet of versatile indoor meeting space, lobby level 3-meal restaurant and bar, signature bar, pool/après ski bar and grill, coffee bistro, large outdoor event terrace, pool and 3 whirlpools, kids club, and fitness area.

Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.

We are looking for an Experienced Assistant Director of Finance. This position is responsible for the oversight of the hotel's general ledger operations and supports the hotel 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:

· Lead Month End Close

· Prepare variance explanations, prepare Management Fee Calculations, prepare and distribute ownership reports.

· Prepare and submit monthly Forecast, Prepare Cash Flow Statements and Monthly Review all Low and Medium reconciliations

· Complete MFR in concert with departments

· Complete performance test

· Prepare and review all journal vouchers, month-end reports and reconciliations

· Review preliminary financial statements with Controller

· Participate in monthly financial reviews and assist Controller with the presentation of these reports

· Assist Controller with supervising Finance staff and the 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 Controller 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 the variance explanations, involving the department staff in this process. Take initiative to manage trouble shooting for respective cost controls and revenue enhancement

· Assist Controller with special reporting and analysis projects

Why Work at Hyatt?

• Free room Nights, Discounted and friends & Family room rates*

• Medical, Dental and vision insurance with only 30-day waiting period*!

• 401K with company Match*

• Free employee meal during shift

• Generous paid time off*

• Tuition reimbursement*

• Employee stock purchase plan*

• Ski Pass*

• Excellent training, professional development and more

*Applicable for FT Year Around Positions

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.

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

Qualifications:

· Hospitality or Accounting degree preferred

· 5 years or more of progressive Accounting/Finance experience, preferably in a hotel

· Experience supervising Accounting/Finance staff members

· Prior MICROS, ADP/Enterprise, Time Clock Systems, and Hyatt systems (Opera and PMS) expertise desired

· Must be an advanced user of Microsoft Word and Excel

· Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds

· 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

Primary Location: US-UT-Park City

Organization: Grand Hyatt Deer Valley

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Accounting/Finance/Tax

Req ID: PAR009309

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.