Senior Property Accountant

Sage Hospitality Group•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Senior Property Accountant provides accounting support for multiple centralized properties, including preparing monthly financial statements, bank and balance sheet reconciliations, and tax filings. The role supports cash management activities such as accounts payable disbursements, cash forecasting, funding requests, and ownership distributions. It applies accounting practices to complex ownership structures and communicates directly with ownership groups about financial results. The position conducts detailed analysis of balance sheet, income, and expense accounts; supports financial and sales/use tax audits; and helps ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, GAAP, and USALI standards. As a senior contributor, the accountant also supports process improvements, trains and mentors less experienced accountants, and partners with leadership and operations teams. The role has no direct supervisory duties. The position requires a four-year degree in Accounting or a related field and at least four years of relevant accounting experience. Hospitality experience is preferred. The work is performed in an indoor office environment, with lifting or carrying files and papers weighing up to 15 pounds.

Requirements

Four-year degree in Accounting or a related field.
At least four years of relevant accounting experience.
Strong understanding of general ledger, balance sheet, and income statement reporting.
Experience preparing bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
Working knowledge of GAAP and USALI.
Experience with sales, use, and occupancy tax filings.
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Ability to train and mentor junior staff without direct supervisory responsibility.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret contracts and financial documents.

Nice To Haves

Hospitality experience.
Experience with M3 Accounting Core, ProfitSword, Blackline, and PMS systems.

Responsibilities

Complete month-end duties for assigned properties, including financial statements, reconciliations, and tax filings, accurately and by accounting deadlines.
Prepare and maintain journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
Analyze financial statements, balance sheets, and income and expense accounts to verify accuracy, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
Prepare, file, and support timely payment of monthly, quarterly, and annual sales, use, occupancy, and property tax filings.
Support cash management processes, including cash forecasts and funding requests.
Assist properties with accounting needs using Sage standard operating procedures, GAAP, and USALI standards.
Provide accounting and financial support, including special projects, to on-property finance teams, VPs of Operations, and Sage leadership.
Assist with annual budgets and forecasts, including analysis of fixed and variable costs.
Support ownership reviews and external audits by preparing requested documentation.
Train and mentor less senior accounting team members and serve as a resource for accounting questions and best practices.
Promote open communication and a positive team environment.
Escalate sensitive accounting-related issues to leadership in a timely manner.
Compile corporate and property-level reports to support compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned, requested, or deemed necessary by management.

Benefits

Unlimited paid time off.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Eligibility 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 12 weeks.
Employee Assistance Program.
Discounts on hotels, restaurants, and more.
Eligibility to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program, with up to $1,000 per referral.