Assistant Director of Finance

Grand Hyatt; Park City (UT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free room nights

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401K with company match

Free employee meals

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Ski pass

Professional training and development

Job summary

Grand Hyatt Deer Valley seeks an Experienced Assistant Director of Finance to oversee the hotel’s general ledger operations and support the Director of Finance. You will manage the Finance department in line with Hyatt standards while meeting guest and owner expectations.

You will lead month-end close, forecast preparation, cash flow statements, and reconciliations; supervise Finance staff and ensure accurate reporting across hotel operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher in Hospitality or Accounting is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in progressive Accounting/Finance roles, hotel experience preferred.
• Experience supervising Accounting/Finance staff.
• Proficiency with MICROS, ADP/Enterprise, and Opera PMS software.
• Strong Excel and Word skills; reports and presentations required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English, with customer service focus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the hotel's general ledger operations and align with Director of Finance.
• Lead month-end close processes and variance explanations.
• Prepare forecasts, cash flow statements, and ownership reports.
• Review journal vouchers and month-end reconciliations with Controller.
• Support SOX compliance and year-end audit activities.
• Coach and develop Finance staff and oversee IT-related hotel controls.

Skills

Accounting experience

Staff supervision

Communication skills

English proficiency

Problem-solving

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Hospitality or Accounting degree preferred

Tools

MICROS

ADP/Enterprise

Time Clock Systems

Opera PMS

Job description

Organization- Grand Hyatt Deer Valley

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.

Summary

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