Hotel Accounting Leader - Month-End & Controls

Hyatt Taleo; Koloa (HI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa in Kauai, Hawaii, seeks a Chief Accountant to lead the hotel's accounting team, ensure accurate financial records, and support timely reporting in line with Hyatt policies and US GAAP. This role manages day-to-day accounting functions, leads month-end close, and collaborates with the Director of Finance to maintain internal controls and robust financial operations.

Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years hospitality accounting required; Oracle/Micros/Prop systems experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 5+ years accounting experience, hospitality preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Experience with month-end close and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Experience with hotel/ERP systems such as Oracle/Micros.
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations across GL, A/P, A/R, income audit and general cashier.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes with timely journal entries and reports.
• Review cash activity, revenue postings, bank and payroll reconciliations.
• Maintain Hyatt policies, USALI, GAAP and internal controls.
• Oversee financial systems administration to ensure accurate reporting and security.
• Provide guidance to accounting staff and respond to inquiries from stakeholders.

Skills

5+ years accounting

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

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

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa in Kauai, Hawaii, seeks a Chief Accountant to lead the hotel's accounting team, ensure accurate financial records, and support timely reporting in line with Hyatt policies and US GAAP. This role manages day-to-day accounting functions, leads month-end close, and collaborates with the Director of Finance to maintain internal controls and robust financial operations.

Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years hospitality accounting required; Oracle/Micros/Prop systems experience