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Hyatt · 1 day ago

Chief Accountant

Hyatt is seeking a Chief Accountant for the Hotel St Cecilia, responsible for overseeing finances and providing financial guidance to property management. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing cash flow, and maintaining positive relationships with staff and vendors.

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Responsibilities

Oversee daily, weekly and monthly bookkeeping/data entry
Manage and communicate cash flow related issues which includes the accurate and timely preparation of cash flow statements, management of receivables, payables, cash balances, control mechanisms and timely deposits of all funds
Investigate and analyze variances to budget or to prior year
Monitor the capital planning process by gathering support, monitoring the bid process, and ensuring proper payment of vendors
Ensure compliance on all regulatory licenses and permits, leases, contracts, legal agreements, and the proper execution and payment of all operational taxes
Assist with preparation of budgets; monitor operating budgets and capital budgets
Maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments

Qualification

Hotel Accounting ExperienceFinancial Systems ProficiencyCash Flow ManagementMathematical AccuracyCommunication SkillsMultitaskingFriendly DemeanorTeamworkAttention to DetailFlexibility

Required

Minimum of three years of related progressive experience in hotel and/or food & beverage Accounting or related field; or a 4-year college degree with an Accounting/ Finance concentration and a minimum of 4-years of related progressive experience
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Accuracy and efficiency with mathematical calculations
Proficiency with computers and financial systems
Ability to understand and work in various accounting systems and PMS and POS systems
Gracious, friendly, and fun demeanor
Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high-level attention to detail
Ability to work independently and to partner with others to promote an environment of teamwork
Flexibility to work a varied schedule, which may include weekends and holidays
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Ability to clearly communicate with guests, management, and co-workers

Preferred

Experience in an upscale or lifestyle brand hotel preferred

Company

Hyatt is a global hospitality company with widely recognized, industry leading brands and a tradition of innovation.

H1B Sponsorship

Hyatt has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (44)
2024 (22)
2023 (24)
2022 (40)
2021 (21)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.45B
2025-11-17Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2025-03-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2024-11-18Post Ipo Debt· $150M

Leadership Team

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Mark Hoplamazian
President & CEO
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Peter Sears
Executive VP & Group President - Americas
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