Senior Accountant - Corporate Accounting

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 youu2019ll 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 canopen the door for exciting career and growth opportunities for our colleagues. As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of whatu2019s 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 purposeu2014to 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. Weu2019re proud to have earned a place on Fortuneu2019s prestigious _100 Best Companies to Work Foru00ae_ 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. Weu2019re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include: u00b7 Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally u00b7 Flexible work schedule u00b7 Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center u00b7 A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption u00b7 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 teamu2019s Staff Accountants and assist their supervisor(s) to foster the Staff Accountantsu2019 career development. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the enhancement of internal controls and participating in special projects that improve or streamline accounting processes. u2022Preparation and review of monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and analytics over significant account balances, including cash, debt, and accruals. u2022Review journal entries, account reconciliations, analytics, and other work assigned to and prepared by staff accountants. u2022Assist with the optimization of accounting procedures and special projects, as required. u2022Fielding and resolving inquiries from management, other departments within Hyatt, and external auditors. u2022Contribute to compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley, including documentation of process areas and testing of key controls. u2022Reviewing quarterly schedules for external reporting. u2022Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt's core values. Qualifications: Experience Required: u20223-5 years of experience in corporate accounting, public accounting, or other equivalent business/financial role u2022Bacheloru2019s degree in accounting, finance, or other related field u2022Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office Experience Preferred: u2022Masteru2019s degree in accounting, finance, or business u2022Certified Public Accountant u2022Supervisory responsibilities or other experience that requires ensuring the quality of work delivered by other individuals. u2022Financial 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. Weu2019d 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._ Primary Location: US-IL-Chicago Organization: Hyatt Corporate Office Pay Basis: Yearly Job Level: Full-time Job: Accounting Req ID: CHI015090Hyatt 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.

Created: 2026-01-07