Senior Accountant - Corporate Accounting

Hyatt Hotels
Chicago, IL
Description

The Opportunity

Hyatt seeks an enthusiastic senior accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader finance organization, 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 with colleagues, customers, and guests across the organization.

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-to care 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 for the last ten years. 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.

We're proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:

• 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

Routine responsibilities will include preparation and review of journal entries, oversight of accounting for balance sheet account reconciliations, financial statement analytics, and accumulation of details utilized to compile the quarterly statement of cash flows and footnote disclosures. In the undertaking of these tasks, the Senior Accountant will be expected to ensure the quality of work delivered by the team's Staff Accountants and assist their supervisor(s) to foster the Staff Accountants' career development. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the enhancement of internal controls and participating in special projects that improve or streamline accounting processes.

•Preparation and review of monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and analytics over significant account balances, including cash, debt, and accruals.

•Review journal entries, account reconciliations, analytics, and other work assigned to and prepared by staff accountants.

•Assist with the optimization of accounting procedures and special projects, as required.

•Fielding and resolving inquiries from management, other departments within Hyatt, and external auditors.

•Contribute to compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley, including documentation of process areas and testing of key controls.

•Reviewing quarterly schedules for external reporting.

•Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt's core values.

Qualifications

Experience Required:

•3-5 years of experience in corporate accounting, public accounting, or other equivalent business/financial role

•Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other related field

•Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office

Experience Preferred:

•Master's degree in accounting, finance, or business

•Certified Public Accountant

•Supervisory responsibilities or other experience that requires ensuring the quality of work delivered by other individuals.

•Financial ERP systems (Oracle, Hyperion)

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.

We welcome you:

Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We'd love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.

The salary range for this position is $78,500 - $102,000. This position is also eligible to earn an annual bonus. 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.
Posted 2026-01-06

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