Staff Accountant (On-Site)

The Role 

The Staff Accountant is responsible for handling relations with our 3^rd party partners, as well as, assisting with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable items. Duties include but are not limited to 3^rd party billing, journal entry upload, weekly account reconciliation, event billing and various month end close processes. This person may be asked to assist with additional projects as the need arises.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

•  Respond to inquiries from guests, clients, owners and vendors. Follow up on requests to ensure guest satisfaction and respond diligently to guests, coworkers and member requests.

• Assist with journal entries and execute month-end closing checklist.

• Assist with reporting and preparation of account reconciliations.

• Review, investigate, and analyze General Ledger variances.

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

• Prepare journal entries with adequate supporting documentation and backup.

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies, service procedures and standards to ensure that those entries are meeting audit requirements. 

• Perform additional duties as assigned by accounting management. 

• Handle accounts receivable for in-house third-party entities.

The Hotels​

When you stay at a Thompson Hotel, you are welcome as a resident. With intuitive service, each guest is provided a tailored experience, enhancing their personal travel journey and bridging connections to the local perspective. Thompson's unique hotels are timeless destinations, creating distinctive experiences that transform your day, your trip, or even your life. Thompson Austin offers 212 luxury guestrooms and Suites plus 17 residences along with a 10,000 square foot wellness center, 3 restaurant + bar concepts, an expansive pool deck, and private cabanas, and over 10,000 square feet of flexible and traditional event space. ​

The 193-king room tommie Austin is built for the spirited adventurer. Guest will be encouraged to explore Austin’s unparalleled offerings and in every square foot, tommie is an opportunity to meet and be inspired. Where art and atmosphere seep in from the surrounding neighborhood, and collaborations seep back out. tommie will feature a bespoke coffee and wine shop and allow guests to be the master of their own stay while still offering warm and authentic service. ​

Both hotels are anchored on the ground floor by our re-imagined cantina-themed restaurant, a 13,000 sq ft. indoor and outdoor oasis as well as The 5th Street Diner + The Royale Room. a street-side concept serving daily fare for locals, residents, and guests alike. This mixed-use project will also feature a residential tower – Sienna – and 10,000 square feet of retail space and a 7,000 sq. ft. state of the art fitness center and simulator room, appropriately named the “T” Box. 

The Benefits & Perks​

We have you covered with an awesome rewards package! Health and welfare plans? We have a range of choices for you and your eligible dependents. Financial wellbeing? Got it! Opt into our 401(k) plan, College Saving Plan, or Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Oh, and we don’t want to leave out our lifestyle benefits! Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave, paid Family Bonding Time, Adoption Assistance, discounted and complimentary rooms at Hyatt locations across the globe, free colleague meals during shifts, well-being & educational assistance, and many more!

• Degree in Accounting, Finance and/or Hospitality preferred. 

• 1-2 years hotel accounting experience, preferred.

• Prior Oracle, Birchstreet, and Opera experience preferred.

• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office (particularly intermediate or advanced user of Excel) and computer accounting software programs.

• Ability to effectively communicate with departmental managers, colleagues, guest and the public. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Must possess following strengths: high energy, motivated leader, effective communicator, excellent organizational skills, problem-solving skills.

• Extremely detailed and accurate.

• Must have well time management and organizational skills.

•  On-site.

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.

This is not your typical career opportunity.  This is the Hyatt Touch.

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.