Description:

WE ARE LOOKING FOR an assistant director of finance

Job Summary:

The Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center is seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Director of Finance to join our team.

The Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for the oversight of the hotel's general ledger operations and supports the Director of Finance. Additionally, this person will be responsible for efficiently running the Finance department in line with Hyatt Corporate standards while meeting guest and owner expectations.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

§ Prepare and review all journal entries, month-end reports, and account reconciliations

§ Review preliminary financial statements with Director of Finance

§ Participate in monthly financial reviews and assist Director of Finance with the presentation of these reports

§ Assist with supervising Finance staff and the Information Technology functions of the hotel including coaching and counseling associates to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures, interviewing, training and evaluating performance of staff

§ Manage and help oversee hotel on-site accounting functions to ensure proper fiscal management, timely and accurate reporting and analysis for the hotel. This responsibility also includes hotel financial planning, budgeting, accounting and cash management

§ Systems administration, G/L account reconciliations, budget preparations, inventories, monthly closings and full P&L responsibility.

§ Working with our Hyatt shared services team on multiple levels: AP / AR / Group Billing / Customer Service / Collections

§ Assist with managing and ensuring SOX compliance

§ Assist Director of Finance with completing the year-end audit process. Review and approve all reconciliations and audit work papers. Participate in and respond to auditor requests to ensure total hotel compliance.

§ Help prepare all monthly and annual financial statements. Investigate, review and analyze the variance explanations, involving the department staff in this process. Take initiative to manage trouble shooting for respective cost controls and revenue enhancement

§ Assist Director of Finance with special reporting and analysis projects

What are the additional benefits of working at the Hyatt Regency Portland?

§ Health Benefits for you and your dependents

§ Paid Vacation, Sick and Holidays

§ 401K Plan with Matching Contributions

§ Employee Stock Purchase

§ Wellbeing Programs

§ Complimentary Meals

§ Tri-Met Pass Discount or Complimentary Garage Parking

§ Partial cell phone reimbursement

§ Tuition Reimbursement Program

§ Family Bonding Benefits as well as Oregon Paid Leave

§ Complimentary hotel nights, friends, and family discounts at Hyatt properties around the world.

§ Opportunities to participate in our Hyatt Diversity Business Resource Groups (DBRG)

§ A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and teamwork

In 2023, Hyatt Regency Portland received, AAA Four Diamond Award and Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice Award. We received recognition for a GBAC Star Accredited Hotel. As a Company we received Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For® - FORTUNE and Great Place to Work®

Hyatt ranked as #16 Best Employer for 2021 and America's Best Employers for Diversity – Forbes. 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials – FORTUNE.

About Hyatt Regency Portland

Being part of the Hyatt Regency Portland family means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for with teams that achieve and grow together.

Be a part of something bigger. Enjoy life every day. Make a difference in the lives of those around you. Love where you work. Join a family that values respect, integrity, humility, empathy, creativity and fun, your perfect opportunity. At Hyatt, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our purpose, to care for people so they can be their best .

We welcome colleagues and guests from all over the world and we know that bringing diverse perspectives and underrepresented voices into the conversation strengthens our organization. There is no room for racism, discrimination or hatred of any kind at Hyatt hotels or offices.

Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

§ 2 years or more of progressive Accounting & Finance experience, preferably in a hotel or hospitality industry

§ Experience supervising, coaching, and leading team members

§ Prior POS, Evention, EAS, Birchstreet, Hyperion, Opera, and Oracle expertise desired

§ Must be an advanced user of Microsoft Office; including Excel, Powerpoint, and Word

§ Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds

§ Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, and effective in providing exceptional customer service

§ Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English

§ Must have excellent organizational, administrative and problem-solving skills

Primary Location: US-Oregon-Portland

Organization: Hyatt Regency Portland Convention Center

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Accounting/Finance/Tax

Req ID: POR002034

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.