Senior General Ledger Analyst

Organization- Shared Services Center - Moore

Summary

We are pleased that you are exploring Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren’t just met- they’re exceeded. We believe our customers select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who work hard to provide efficient service and meaningful experiences. It’s a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. At Hyatt, we care for people so they can be their best. Associates of Hyatt are given the tools from the first day to make a difference. Hyatt employees enjoy the following benefits: health and welfare programs, Hyatt retirement savings plan, educational assistance, employee stock purchase program, 12 free room nights for full time associates after 90 days of service, community involvement, and wellness reimbursement.

The Hyatt Shared Service Center provides accounting and customer support for over 200 Hyatt Hotels in North America and Latin America. Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance, yet reaps great rewards- whether it’s career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive working environment. If you are ready for this challenge, we are ready for you!

The Sr. General Ledger Analyst is responsible for overseeing and performing hotel accounting functions, for hotels in North and Latin America supported by the Shared Service Center. In addition, the Senior GL Analyst will be responsible for process development and improvement for hotel accounting and the HSSC General Ledger department and serve as a knowledgeable resource for hotel ownership groups and senior Hyatt leadership. This position is also responsible for the preparation and review of reconciliations in an amount that will vary due to the demands of the department, not limited to review or 14 properties, preparation of 5 properties, or combination of both. While assisting with guiding team members, addressing complex properties and projects that arise. The candidate will have a clear vision of the level of service that constitutes “high quality” to ensure that the HSSC exceeds its defined service levels. This role will build and maintain strong relationships with multiple properties, HSSC divisions, and associates within Hyatt.

Essential Functions:

• Communicates goals, best practices, objectives and deadlines to team members.
• Develop, implement and instruct on new processes and procedures in accordance with Hyatt Standards and GAAP accounting guidelines to create efficiencies for hotel accounting and the HSSC General Ledger department.
• Plan, organize and oversee the work of the hotel accounting team, as well as collaborate with the HSSC General Ledger team adjusting priorities as needed to ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Provide financial guidance and support to HSSC and hotel employees.
• Prepare and review all income journals and ledger account reconciliations to include: bank statements, assets, liabilities and credit cards.
• Assesses and positively impacts employee performance through coaching and mentoring.
• Assist in identify and implementing efficiencies and automations.
• Participation in employee events, onsite meetings, hotel visits and industry conferences as needed.
• Work well with others at a variety of levels within the organization.
• Other duties as may be assigned by supervisors.
• Regular attendance is expected based on schedule and business needs.
  
  

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

Experience

• 5 Years experience in accounting or related field
• Hyatt Experience Preferred
• 1 Year Hospitality experience preferred
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
  
  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• CPA
  
  

Skills

Computer Skills Needed to Perform this Job

• Microsoft Office Suite required
• Advanced Microsoft Excel Required
• Working experience with an accounting program required
• Working experience with ARCs preferred
• Working experience with Oracle r12 preferred
  
  

Additional Comments and Requirements:

• T o work remotely, you must be able to adhere to our IT requirements, including, but not limited to the following: High Speed Internet service required. Broadband technologies allowed are DSL, Cable, and Fiber-Optic. All other ISP (Internet Service Provider) technologies are not allowed, including cellular based services. Colleagues will be required to provide Hyatt with adequate certification of service from provider (upon request).