Associate Vice President, Transaction Accounting

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Associate Vice President, Transaction Accounting

US - IL - Chicago

Accounting

Professional Staff/Corporate

Full-time

Yearly US Dollar (USD) pay basis

Summary

The Opportunity

Hyatt seeks an enthusiastic Associate Vice President to join our Transaction Accounting team. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader finance organization and our Transactions and Portfolio Growth team, and you will be instrumental in continuing to make Hyatt a leading hospitality company. You will be part of a team passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills and building connections with stakeholders, colleagues, 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 guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the world's best and fastest-growing hospitality brands. 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

Our purpose sets us apart—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 how 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:

1. Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally
2. Work-life benefits including well-being initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center
3. A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption
4. Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Our success is underpinned by our diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and we are committed to diversity across the board—from whom we hire and develop, the organizations we support, and whom we buy from and work with.

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. Our global 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. To learn more about our commitments to DE&I, please visit the Why Hyatt section of the Hyatt career page.

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 Well-being. You enjoy working with others, are results-driven, and seek various opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

The Role

The Associate Vice President of Technical Accounting will report directly to the Controller and Chief Accounting Officer. This role will be responsible for providing accounting support for transactions, including being a lead representative in the due diligence process, advising on and analyzing deal structures, and partnering with key stakeholders to ensure a thorough understanding of complex transactions. A successful candidate for this role must have proven experience with technical accounting research; strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to summarize complex issues to senior management and other stakeholders; and strong organizational skills with the ability to follow projects through to completion with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

1. Assist Hyatt’s Transactions and Portfolio Growth team in evaluating potential transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, capital commitments, and other investments
2. Advise on the structuring of transactions and consult on proposed transactions, including consolidation assessments
3. Assist in accounting-related diligence materials, coordinate with external advisors, and review transaction documents
4. Perform complex accounting research, most notably under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, and prepare or review technical accounting memos to support conclusions
5. Lead purchase accounting, including review of internal and third-party valuations
6. Collaborate with Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting, Finance teams, and other stakeholders to ensure transactions are appropriately accounted for and disclosed
7. Oversee the monthly Development and Asset Management Committee process
8. Prepare presentations or summaries to communicate transaction impacts to stakeholders, including executive leadership
9. Prepare and/or review certain disclosures in the Company’s SEC filings
10. Work with the Company’s external auditors to provide support on technical accounting conclusions and valuations
11. Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt's core values

Qualifications

Experience Required:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2. Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
3. 10+ years of experience in accounting and/or public accounting

Experience Preferred:

1. Financial ERP / Reporting system knowledge (Hyperion preferred)

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 women, people of color, and other historically excluded groups, 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.