Description

Summary

Nestled at the base of Vail Mountain, along the banks of Gore Creek, Grand Hyatt Vail is located in the heart of Vail Valley within the Cascade Village neighborhood. Featuring Vail's premier open-air chairlift directly next to our spacious ski valet and rental shop, Grand Hyatt Vail offers the most convenient access to Vail Mountain, adventure, and respite. From skiing and snowboarding, seasonally inspired resort activities, and luxurious amenities, Grand Hyatt Vail has something for everyone. Enjoy an array of Colorado inspired dining options, comfortable guest rooms and warm hospitality at Vail's premier ski-in/ski-out resort. Grand Hyatt Vail is seeking colleagues with unmatched service. We care for people so they can be their best.

This position is responsible for the oversight of the hotel's general ledger operations and supports the hotel Controller. Additionally, this person will be responsible for efficiently running the Accounting department in line with Hyatt Corporate standards while meeting guest and owner expectations. Other responsibilities will include the following:

• Prepare and review all journal vouchers, month-end reports and reconciliations
• Review preliminary financial statements with Controller
• Participate in monthly financial reviews and assist Controller with the presentation of these reports
• Assist Controller with supervising Accounting 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.
• Assist with managing and ensuring SOX compliance
• Assist Controller 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 Controller with special reporting and analysis projects

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. Salary range for this position $80,000-$100,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experienced.

Why Work at Hyatt?

• Enjoy free meals in our colleague cafeteria for every shift worked
• Free parking on-site
• 1 hour of sick pay earned for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours/year
• Discounted & Complimentary hotel room nights
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - (Full-Time colleagues) after 30 days
• Flexible Spending Account (Full-Time colleagues)
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Basic Life Insurance
• PTO earned based on hours worked, up to 17 days in your first year (Full-Time & Part-Time)
• Opportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts
• Annual End of Season Bonus

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. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

This application window is anticipated to be open at a maximum of 30 days from March 5th, 2026 to April 4th, 2026 or until a candidate is selected. Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received. Please visit hyatt.com/careers to apply. .

Qualifications

Hospitality or Accounting degree preferred

2 years or more of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a hotel

Experience supervising accounting staff members

Prior MICROS, ADP/Enterprise, TimeSaver, and Hyatt systems (Opera and PMS) expertise desired

Must be an advanced user of Microsoft Word and Excel

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, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line

Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English

Must have excellent organizational, administrative and problem-solving skills