Finance Clerk

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Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport

Located on the shores of Lake Washington, Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport, a recent AAA Four Diamond and Best of Housekeeping award winner, perfectly combines the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest with modern amenities. Enjoy close proximity access to Sea‑Tac International Airport, downtown Seattle and Bellevue, Mount Rainier National Park, Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, and more. Explore the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, then return to your comfortable room in Renton.

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences to each and every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren’t just met—they’re exceeded. It’s a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry.
The Finance Clerk is responsible for daily accounting administrative duties and supports the Director of Finance/Assistant Director of Finance and Chief Accountant/Staff Accountant. This person may be asked to assist with additional projects as the need arises.
This role will also be responsible for receiving, processing, and verifying invoices related to accounts payable as well as tracking purchase orders. They will also support the Director of Finance with processing bill backs, coordinating with vendors, account receivables, assisting with month‑end duties, and general ledger reconciliation. Duties include but are not limited to 3rd 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.

• Respond to inquiries from guests, clients, and vendors. Follow up on requests to ensure guest satisfaction and respond diligently to guests, coworkers and member requests.
• Support Chief Accountant/Staff Accountant with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Income Audit, Income Journals, and General Cashier tasks.
• 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.

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.

The hourly range for this position is $21.57 to $26.00. Decisions regarding individual wages will be based on a number of factors, including experience, qualifications and education.

Experience:

• Hospitality or Accounting degree preferred
• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast‑paced environment.
• Refined verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong PC skills including Excel, Word, and financial accounting system use (Oracle Preferred)
• Prior Accounting experience or Hospitality experience preferred

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment
• Discounts on dry cleaning services
• Paid Vacation, sick leave and up to 2 float days
• 401(k)
• Paid Family Bonding Time
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition and Wellness Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Referral Bonuses
• Discounted room nights and Friends and Family discounts at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
• Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
• Free colleague meals during shift

Unlimited growth potential with Hyatt. Ability to relocate for advancement opportunities in the future.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.