Hyatt Assistant Director of Finance - PARK CITY, Utah

Opening in late 2024, 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 381 rooms, including 22 suites with approximately 25,900 square feet of net 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. In addition to the Hotel, there will be 55 condominium residences.

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 Accounting 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, Management Fee Calculations, and distribute ownership reports.
• Prepare and submit monthly Forecast, Cash Flow Statements, and review all Low and Medium reconciliations.
• Complete MFR in concert with departments.
• Complete performance tests.
• 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 Accounting 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.
• Assist with managing and ensuring SOX compliance.
• Assist Controller with completing the year-end audit process, reviewing and approving all reconciliations and audit work papers.
• Help prepare all monthly and annual financial statements, investigating, reviewing, and analyzing variance explanations.
• Assist Controller with special reporting and analysis projects.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Hospitality or Accounting degree preferred.
• 5 years or more of progressive Accounting experience, preferably in a hotel.
• Experience supervising Accounting 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 high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leadership, effective communication skills, and exceptional customer service abilities.
• Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Must have excellent organizational, administrative, and problem-solving skills.

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. 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.

Primary Location: US-UT-Park City

Organization: Grand Hyatt Deer Valley

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Accounting/Finance/Tax

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, ****** orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law.
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