MANAGER TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING

Hyatt; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an enthusiastic Manager to join our Technical Accounting team. You will collaborate with the broader finance team to evaluate complex transactions and ensure proper disclosures in quarterly and annual filings.

You will lead a small team, mentor relatives of staff, and support the ongoing improvement of financial reporting processes. Hybrid in-office 3 days a week with flexible options; salary range $98,000–$135,000; CPA and SEC experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification is required.
• 6+ years of experience in accounting or public accounting.
• Experience with SEC and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate complex transactions under U.S. GAAP and assist with disclosures for 10-Q/10-K.
• Partner with Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting and Finance teams.
• Review quarterly and annual impairment analyses and CECL where applicable.
• Coach, supervise, and mentor senior accountants.

Skills

Technical accounting

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

Hyperion

Job description

Hyatt Corporate

Hyatt Corporate Office

US - IL - Chicago

Accounting/Finance/Tax

Professional Staff/Corporate

Full-time

Yearly US Dollar (USD) pay basis

Req ID: CHI015674

Summary

The Opportunity

Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an enthusiastic Manager to join our Technical Accounting team. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader finance team, where you’ll be instrumental in continuing to make Hyatt a leading hospitality company. You will be part of a team that is passionate about our purpose, committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills, and building connections across the organization with colleagues, customers, and guests.

Who We Are

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best and fastest-growing hospitality brands in the world. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands, and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities for our colleagues.

As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers.

Why Now?

This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.

How We Care for Our People

What sets us apart is our purpose—it cares for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list since 2013. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy, and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.

Benefits

• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally
• Flexible work schedule
• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center
• A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption
• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match

Who You Are

As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care, and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Wellbeing. You enjoy working with others, are results-driven, and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

The Role

The Manager of Technical Accounting will play a key role in evaluating complex transactions and leading Hyatt’s quarterly and annual impairment process. They will partner with key stakeholders to ensure non-routine transactions are properly accounted for and disclosed. They will be responsible for the preparation and/or review of certain disclosures included in Hyatt’s 10-Q and 10-K filings. A successful candidate for this role will be strong in technical accounting, financial reporting, and analytical skills and have strong communication skills. They will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Hybrid in-office 3 days a week, flexibility on days

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform complex accounting research, most notably under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, and prepare or review technical accounting memos to support conclusions
• Partner with Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting, Finance teams, and other stakeholders to understand, analyze, and report complex accounting matters
• Review quarterly and annual impairment and CECL analyses
• Oversee and review certain quarterly fair value updates
• Prepare and/or review certain quarterly and annual disclosures within Hyatt’s 10-Q and 10-K filings
• Prepare and/or review disclosure checklists to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Prepare materials for Hyatt’s Audit Committee of the Board of Directors’ meetings
• Review new or amended contracts and provide feedback on accounting implications
• Review new accounting pronouncements issued quarterly to determine applicability and assist with implementation as needed
• Coach, supervise, and mentor senior accountants
• Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt core values

Qualifications

Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• 6+ years of experience in accounting and/or public accounting

Experience Preferred:

• Experience working in technical accounting
• SEC and financial reporting experience
• Financial ERP / Reporting system knowledge (Hyperion preferred)

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all-encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

The salary range for this position is $98,000 - $135,000. This position is also eligible to earn incentive awards, an annual bonus, monthly or quarterly incentives, etc.

The final pay rate/salary offered to the successful candidate will depend on experience, skill level, and other qualifications for the role, as well as the location of the performance of work. Pay for the successful candidate will meet local requirements, including the local minimum wage rate.

We value our relationships with recruitment partners and require that agencies contact us first before submitting any candidates. Hyatt will not be responsible for any fees and obligations associated with unsolicited submissions unless a formal agreement is in place.