Description

Summary

Join us for an incredible opportunity to support our Finance team at the Grand Hyatt Seattle as our Staff Accountant!

The Staff Accountant is a vital member of the Finance/Accounting team, responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the daily operations of the department. This role assists the Director of Finance and Assistant Director of Finance by supporting key accounting functions and ensuring compliance with company and accounting standards.

Position Responsibilities / Essential Functions
• Assist with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Income Audit, Income Journals, and General Cashier tasks
• G/L account reconciliations, inventories, and monthly closing responsibilities.
• Prepare and maintain financial documents and spreadsheets
• Assist in preparation of month-end closing procedures and reports
• Investigate, review and analyze the variance on monthly and annual financial statements, involving the department staff in this process. Take initiative to manage trouble shooting for respective cost controls and revenue enhancement
• Assist with special reporting and analysis projects

This is a non-exempt hourly manager position. The hourly rate range for this position is $31.79/hour to $46.01/hour. Decisions regarding compensation will be based on a number of factors, including experience, qualifications, and education.

As a colleague, we have you covered with awesome benefits and perks!

Benefits
• Position is eligible for relocation assistance
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Paid Time Off

o Vacation Time

§ 10 days (80 hours) earned upon completing 1-4 years of service

§ 15 days (120 hours) earned upon completing 5-9 years of service

§ 20 days (160 hours) earned upon completing 10+ years of service

o (2) Floating Holidays per year

o (6) Paid Holidays per year

o Compassionate Leave

o Jury Duty Leave

o Seattle Paid Sick & Safe Time

o Extended Illness Days - unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year

Perks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Rooms at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
• Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
• Free colleague meals during shift
• Hyatt Colleague discount program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• ORCA Pass subsidy

When applying for a position working at a Hyatt hotel, you are pursuing an opportunity to join a culture built on caring and attentive colleagues who have a passion for providing efficient service and creating meaningful experiences. Our values are the guiding principles for our success, giving us the opportunity to open over 1,350 properties worldwide.

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

• Degree in Accounting, Finance and/or Hospitality preferred
• 1-2 years hotel accounting experience, preferred
• A genuine desire to serve others in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work autonomously
• Demonstrates strong initiative and follow-through
• Proficient in Hyatt systems (Birchstreet, Opera, Oracle) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)