Senior Tax Analyst

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The Hyatt Shared Service Center (“HSSC”) provides accounting and customer support for over 200 Hyatt Hotels in North America and Latin America. Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance, yet reaps great rewards - whether it’s career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive working environment. If you are ready for this challenge, we are ready for you!

The SS Senior Tax Analyst will join a team of analysts that prepare the sales, use, occupancy and other operating taxes (“transaction tax”) returns at the Hyatt Shared Service Center. The SS Senior Tax Analyst will report to a SS Tax Supervisor. This individual must possess the ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment. A degree in Accounting or a Finance-related field is preferred. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, self-starter who demonstrates an eagerness to learn and continuously improve.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare transaction tax returns and tax reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis for our Full Service and limited Select Service managed hotels, as assigned.
• Request supporting documentation from Hotel finance teams to finalize tax returns and maintain in our records for audit defense purposes.
• Assist SS Tax Supervisor with tax audits by responding to inquiries from tax jurisdictions on behalf of our Full Service and limited Select Service managed hotels.
• Support the review of tax exemption policies and procedures to ensure proper steps are followed and sufficient records are maintained at the hotel level.
• Collaborate with the Corporate indirect tax team, HSSC Tax, and the Hotel Finance teams on any tax-related issues.
• Prepare tax reconciliation for hotel properties.
• Maintain strong working relationships with Hotel finance teams as well as cross-functionally with HSSC and Corporate teams.
• Research and complete special projects as needed.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt core values (included in all job descriptions).
• 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 (included in all job descriptions).

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.

Experience

• A minimum of 3 year of experience in accounting or tax
• Experience with the preparation of tax returns a plus
• Ability to multi-task, effectively prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance-related field preferred

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
• End user experience with Oracle software preferred

Additional Comments and Requirements

• Highly motivated, self-starter
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and across all levels of the organization
• Willingness to encourage improvement and innovation
• Demonstrates enthusiasm to learn