{"id":4044548,"url":"https://alion.io/job/sage-hospitality-group-controller","title":"Controller","company":{"id":2042395,"name":"Sage Hospitality Group","domain":"sagehospitalitygroup.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/sagehospitalitygroup","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"iCIMS","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":100,"open_postings":7,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":12,"computed_at":"2026-11-12T10:38:37Z"}},"role":"Finance","role_family":"Finance","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Estes Park, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Excel","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-10T23:24:11Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-10","last_verified_at":"2026-11-13T01:32:31Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":2,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":2},"description":"Why us?\nWhy us?\nSage Hospitality Group is set to hire a Controller to join us at The Stanley Hotel!\nNestled beside Rocky Mountain National Park, The Stanley Hotel spans 51 acres where historic charm meets a touch of the unknown. This iconic estate features four distinct experiences, from the 1909 hotel that inspired The Shining to the contemporary Aspire Hotel & Spa.\nGuests enjoy signature dining at Cascades Restaurant, explore Colorado’s largest whiskey collection, and uncover mystery through an underground magic theater, séances, and guided paranormal tours. The Lodge offers boutique comfort, while Aspire provides spacious luxury for longer stays and groups.\nFrom corporate retreats at The Pavilion to ghostly encounters in storied hallways, The Stanley transforms each stay into a chapter worth telling. With 115 years of history and imaginative spirit, it’s a place where past and present come together to create something truly unforgettable.\nAs 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.\nWe 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. After all, it’s what industry leaders do. 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!\nJob Overview\nPOSITION FOCUS\nLead daily accounting operations for The Stanley Hotel resort to ensure accurate, timely reporting and effective control over revenue, expenses, assets and liabilities. Own financial close, balance sheet reconciliations, payroll accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue audit, cash accounting and internal controls. Report to the General Manager, with a dotted line to the Area Director of Finance for accounting standards, technical guidance and financial review. Provide accounting support for the Area DOF’s strategic cash management, budgets, forecasts and ownership deliverables.\nCUSTOMER SERVICE FOCUS To support Sage’s Vision of being recognized by our customers as the best in our business through ensuring a culture that “makes the ordinary extraordinary!” You should champion this culture in every touch point of our business from our associates, guests, owners and communities. The service and courtesy you extend and promote on a daily basis will ensure a healthy and productive culture of serving others with excellence.\nResponsibilities\nESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES\nSupervise, train and develop the Accounting Manager and assigned accounting associates; delegate work, review performance, maintain cross training and ensure backup coverage for critical tasks.\nOwn monthly, quarterly and annual close; prepare or review journals, accruals, deferrals and allocations. Deliver complete financial statements and explain material accounting variances within corporate deadlines.\nEnsure bank and balance sheet accounts are reconciled, supported and independently reviewed; resolve aged items and maintain accurate clearing, deposit, payroll liability and intercompany balances.\nOversee revenue audit across rooms, food and beverage, banquets, events and ancillary operations. Reconcile PMS/POS activity, cash deposits and processor settlements; investigate chargebacks and commission differences.\nManage billing, collections, cash application and AR aging. Reconcile group accounts, advance deposits and deferred revenue; ensure revenue is recorded in the period earned and credits or write offs are approved.\nOversee invoice coding, approvals, vendor reconciliations and expense cutoff. Prepare payment proposals for Area DOF review and required authorization; maintain accurate cash records and timely forecast support.\nCoordinate payroll accounting with HR and payroll; validate approved inputs, accruals and liabilities. Reconcile gratuities and service charges to operating records and approved payouts.\nOversee inventory counts, purchasing controls and food and beverage cost accounting. Maintain fixed asset, construction in progress, lease and capital reimbursement schedules with corporate accounting.\nMaintain internal controls, segregation of duties, approved system access and accounting procedures. Coordinate tax schedules, authorized filings and audits; promptly escalate material errors, funding concerns and control failures.\nProvide reconciled actuals, budget and forecast schedules, approved system inputs and reporting support to the GM and Area DOF. Coordinate corporate/HRA responsibilities and improve accounting workflows.\nOTHER RESPONSIBILITIES\nPerform related accounting projects and other responsibilities assigned by the GM or Area DOF.\nParticipate in committees, training and task forces as requested.\nTravel as needed for meetings, training and assigned property support.\nSUPERVISORY DUTIES\nAccounting Manager and assigned property accounting associates.\nQualifications\nCompetencies\nStrategic Skills\nApplies sound accounting judgment, investigates complex discrepancies and connects accurate records to the resort’s operating needs. Identifies practical process improvements and escalates material risks.\nOperating Skills\nOrganizes close and daily accounting work, delegates clearly, reviews results and develops associates. Coordinates effectively with department leaders and corporate support teams.\nCourage\nAddresses errors and control concerns promptly, provides direct feedback and holds associates accountable for accurate work and deadlines.\nEnergy and Drive\nMaintains attention to detail, follows through on unresolved items and manages competing priorities during close, payroll and audit periods.\nPersonal and Interpersonal Skills\nBuilds trust through integrity, discretion and clear communication. Remains composed under pressure and works respectfully with associates, management and corporate partners.\nKnowledge/Skills\nStrong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial close, accruals, bank and balance sheet reconciliations, AP, AR, payroll accounting and internal controls.\nHotel or resort accounting knowledge across multiple outlets, food and beverage, group/event billing, deposits, inventory and related entities; familiarity with applicable accounting standards and the company’s USALI reporting framework.\nAdvanced Excel and accounting system skills; ability to reconcile data across PMS, POS, payroll and AP platforms. SHARP/ProfitSword, Craftable and Blackline experience preferred.\nAbility to analyze financial information, resolve discrepancies, document conclusions and exercise judgment within company policies and approval limits.\nStrong supervisory, written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain accounting issues and train associates.\nWorking knowledge of cash and credit card settlements, capital project accounting, leases, tax support, audit documentation and corporate/shared service coordination.\nAbilities\nAbility to perform detailed computer and document work, communicate with associates and move between resort departments, with reasonable accommodation as needed.\nOccasional lifting or moving of office supplies and equipment up to 15-20 pounds; limited bending or kneeling.\nEducation/Formal Training\nBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, or equivalent education and progressively responsible accounting experience. CPA or a relevant hospitality accounting credential preferred.\nExperience\nAt least five years of accounting experience, including two years supervising staff or leading financial close. Hotel or resort experience required; prior Controller, Assistant DOF or Accounting Manager experience in a complex property preferred.\nMaterial/Equipment Used\nComputers, accounting systems, spreadsheets, calculator and telephone.\nEnvironment\nPrimarily on property in an office setting, with interaction across resort departments. Flexibility required for close, payroll, audit and other critical deadlines.\nThis position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the position. May perform other duties as assigned.\nBenefits\nEligible to participate in Sage bonus plan\nUnlimited paid time off\nMedical, dental, & vision insurance\nEligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching\nHealth savings and flexible spending accounts\nBasic Life and AD&D insurance\nCompany-paid short-term disability\nPaid FMLA leave for up to a period of 12 weeks\nEmployee Assistance Program\nGreat discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.\nEligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.\nThe application period will be open for approximately 30 days or until a suitable candidate is identified. 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