Staff Accountant - Full-Time, On-Site

Overview :

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. Alila Napa Valley blends contemporary luxury with warm hospitality, and we are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team and contribute to our success.

The Staff Accountant reports directly to the Director of Finance and plays a key role in supporting all hotel accounting functions, including accounts payable, general cashiering, income audit, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities :

• Perform accounts payable functions, including processing invoices and reconciling vendor statements.
• Manage general cashier duties : issue, audit, and maintain hotel banks, prepare bank deposits, due backs, and petty cash, and resolve cash discrepancies.
• Ensure house banks are properly documented, approved, and maintained.
• Support income audit, payroll functions, and assist with inventory spot checks.
• Contribute to monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and analytical reviews of significant account balances.
• Assist in preparation of period-end closing procedures and reports.
• Prepare quarterly external reporting schedules and support Sarbanes-Oxley compliance through documentation and control testing.
• Handle inquiries from guests, clients, vendors, and external auditors.
• Collaborate on special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned.