Chief Accountant

NACBA; Hawaii; On-site; USD 80,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa seeks a Chief Accountant to lead the hotel’s Accounting Department, ensuring accurate financial records, timely reporting, and compliance with Hyatt policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.

This role oversees day-to-day accounting, month-end close, financial statements, reconciliations, and reporting, while guiding colleagues to maintain organized, efficient operations within a hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in hospitality.
• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Experience with month-end close and financial reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with hotel accounting systems or ERP systems such as Oracle (Opera Cloud, Micros/Simphony, Evention, and Dimensions).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department including GL, AP, AR, Income Audit, and General Cashier functions.
• Lead productivity initiatives by monitoring labor metrics and partnering with leaders to improve financial performance.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and prepare supporting schedules.
• Review cash activity, revenue postings, bank reconciliations, and payroll reconciliations for accuracy.
• Maintain compliance with Hyatt policies, USALI, GAAP, and internal controls; support audits.
• Oversee optimization of Hyatt financial systems to ensure accurate reporting and security.
• Provide guidance to accounting staff and respond to inquiries from colleagues and vendors.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle Opera Cloud

Micros/Simphony

Evention

Dimensions

Job description

Summary

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa - Chief Accountant

Position Summary

The Chief Accountant supports the hotel's Finance Department by ensuring accurate financial records, timely reporting, and compliance with Hyatt policies, accounting standards, and internal controls. This role works closely with the Assistant and Director of Finance and serves as a key leader within the Accounting Department.

The Chief Accountant is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting functions, overseeing month-end close activities, and supporting the preparation of financial statements, reconciliations, and reports. This position also provides guidance to accounting colleagues and helps maintain an efficient and organized accounting operation.

Salary Range - $79,700 - $127,300

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department, including oversight of General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Income Audit, and General Cashier functions.
• Lead hotel productivity management initiatives by monitoring labor productivity, analyzing staffing metrics and trends, and partnering with operational leaders to identify opportunities that improve financial performance while maintaining Hyatt service standards.
• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely completion of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, financial reporting, and supporting schedules.
• Review cash activity, daily revenue postings, bank reconciliations, payroll reconciliations, and labor reporting to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Maintain compliance with Hyatt accounting policies, USALI, GAAP, and internal control standards while supporting internal and external audits.
• Oversee the administration and optimization of Hyatt financial systems to support accurate reporting, operational efficiency, system security, and compliance with corporate standards.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation, respond to inquiries from colleagues, vendors, and department managers, and provide guidance and support to the accounting team.

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

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5 or more years of accounting experience, preferably in hospitality.
• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Experience with month-end close and financial reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with hotel accounting systems or ERP systems, such as Oracle (Opera Cloud, Micros/Simphony, Evention, and Dimensions).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Hotel accounting background preferred.
• Knowledge of USALI preferred.
• Prior Hyatt experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Team-oriented with a strong customer service mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.