.Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, the Chief Accountant will be responsible for the efficient running of the department in line with Hyatt International's Corporate Strategies and brand standards, whilst meeting employee, guest, and owner expectations. The Chief Accountant is responsible for supervising and overseeing the accounts payable, receivable, ledger, credit, and all related areas. Main Duties Operational: Ensures that each section of the Accounting and Finance Department is managed efficiently, maximizing utilization of technology. Reviews all Purchase Orders to ensure that the correct charts of account codes are used. Maintains and programs Master Keys for the hotel and ensures the good working of the interfaces. Reviews the reports compiled by Cost Auditor and liaises with the Materials Manager to ensure proper procedures and control of inventories. Keeps and safeguards all contracts, leases, insurance policies, and all legal and financial documents. Income Audit Reviews and approves daily Income Journal (IJ). Reviews all spot checks such as cash counts conducted by the income auditors. Reviews and approves General Cashiers Report ensuring that all receipts are intact and remitted to the bank promptly. Accounts Payable Reviews weekly payment proposals and checks manuals for international payments. Checks and approves all Petty Cash claims/reimbursements. Approves travel agent commissions via Onyx. Approves all IOUs and liaises with the general cashier to ensure that they are cleared on time. Ensures that AP ledger is clear. Ensures all foreign remittances for supply of goods or otherwise are done on time. Accounts Receivable/Credit Reviews AR to ensure it is clear. Participates in monthly credit meetings. Approves all rebates, write-offs, and transfers. Reviews the daily In-house Guest Credit and deposit ledgers. General Accounting Prepares month-end Journal Vouchers. Reviews all Balance Sheet accounts ensuring schedules are prepared on time and accurately. Participates in the reviews of the financial results after closing. Finance Management Support Assists the Director of Finance in monthly financial reporting and analysis. Assists the Director of Finance in compiling budgets and forecasts and assists Department Heads by providing historical data or support details. Assists with the preparation of special statistical reports required by local management or the Area Office. Handles all problems of the accounting office, except those referred to the Director of Finance. Customer Service Supports the hotel's focus on service excellence by training and assisting other departments. Ensures that Finance personnel provide the appropriate level of professional, courteous, and caring service to other employees (internal customers) and visitors to the division