Sr. Property Accountant_

Denver

**Why us?**

As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We believe in enriching lives one experience at a time. More than a slogan, we empower our employees to make positive impacts on the communities in which we live and work. By providing genuine service we build relationships with our guests and value for our shareholders, and we create unforgettable experiences.

We are looking for independent thinkers. Those who harness their entrepreneurial spirit so that it breaks preconceived notions. We’re not afraid to forge our own path. That’s why we welcome risk takers and creative spirits alike. No matter your daily role, Sage recognizes that your success is about more than the work you do—it’s really about who you are, which is why we invest in your personal and professional growth. We hope you consider joining us!

**Job Overview**

Assists in accounting support for multiple centralized properties within the organization. Responsible for the preparation of multi-property monthly financial statements, bank reconciliations and sales tax returns. Manages the cash of the property to include A/P disbursements, cash forecasts, funding requests and ownership distributions. Manage the accounting discipline for complex ownership structures and communicates with our ownership groups directly regarding financial statements. Conducts account analysis for balance sheet, income and expense accounts. Support both financial and sales/use tax audits. Ensures compliance with company policies, contractual obligations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

**Responsibilities**

+ Ensure all monthly statement, bank reconciliations and tax returns are accurately completed and submitted by accounting deadlines.

+ Prepare journal entries as appropriate to ensure accurate financial reporting. Produce and maintain proper supporting documentation of journal entries as well as other work.

+ Conduct analysis on all statements, balance sheets, income and expense accounts to ensure accuracy, identify trends and make recommendations for change that can positively impact the property.

+ Assist properties with overall accounting needs and questions.

+ Provide accounting and finance support (special projects) to the DVP, Regional Controllers, and VPs of Operations on a routine basis (Select Service Hotel Division) and Shared Service property accountants

+ Assist leadership with training on various accounting topics that may be required or needed.

+ Analyze monthly financial statements for accuracy, trends and ways to improve property performance.

+ Assist with annual budgets and forecasts.

+ Provide support to external auditors during reviews and audits.

+ Provide open communications and promote a positive and pro-employee work environment.

+ Bring all sensitive accounting-related information to the attention of leadership in all instances to limit liability.

+ Compile various corporate reports and property reports to provide leadership with accurate information and comply with corporate policies and procedures as well as government laws and regulations.

**Qualifications**

**Education/Formal Training**

4 year Degree in Accounting or related field. Masters Degree or CPA preferred.

**Experience**

4 or more years of work experience in same or related field. Hospitality experience preferred.

**Knowledge/Skills**

+ Ability to read and understand the general ledger, balance sheet, and income statement financial reports

+ Understanding of balance sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations

+ Timely and accurate sales, use and occupancy tax filings

+ Intermediate level in producing/maintaining Excel spreadsheets

+ Experience with Great Plains, FRx and/or PMS systems preferred

+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks

+ Ability to coach and train less senior Shared Service accountants

+ Ability to view CRT screen

+ Excellent speech communication skills required

+ Excellent comprehension and literacy required to communicate via e-mail, understand legal contracts, read bills, accounts, etc.

**Physical Demands**

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ Lifting/carrying files and papers up to 15 lbs.

+ No bending/kneeling required. Stationary position.

+ No continuous standing, climbing or driving required.

**Environment**

95% indoor office environment

**Benefits**

+ Eligible to participate in Sage bonus plan

+ Unlimited paid time off

+ Medical, dental, & vision insurance

+ Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching

+ Health savings and flexible spending accounts

+ Basic Life and AD&D insurance

+ Company-paid short-term disability

+ Paid FMLA leave for up to a period of 12 weeks

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.

+ Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.

_The application period will be open for approximately 30 days or until a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage qualified individuals to submit their applications within this timeframe._

**ID:** _2024-23728_

**Position Type:** _Regular Full-Time_

**Property** **:** _SHR_

**Outlet:** _Not Applicable_

**Category:** _Finance & Accounting_

**Min:** _USD $80,000.00/Yr._

**Max:** _USD $95,000.00/Yr._

**Tipped Position:** _No_

**_Address_** **:** _1809 Blake St_

**_City_** **:** _Denver_

**_State_** **:** _Colorado_

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