Senior Hotel Controller — Denver Finance Leader

Highgate Hotels, LP; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer-m

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Educational opportunities / Tuition

Jury duty and personal leave

Job summary

Highgate Hotels is seeking a Complex Controller in Denver, CO, at The Brown Palace Hotel & Spa. You will oversee payroll, A/P, A/R, cashiers, and night audit, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate financial reporting. The role includes budgeting, forecasts, and maintaining strong internal controls across departments.

The position requires 2–4 years of hotel accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. Excellent analytical and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years hotel accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Knowledge of GAAP and hospitality accounting practices.
• Ability to analyze financial data and provide actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cashier and Night Audit staff.
• Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for management and owners.
• Assist in budget preparation, forecasts, taxes and financial reporting.

Skills

Hotel accounting

GAAP knowledge

People management

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Highgate Hotels is seeking a Complex Controller in Denver, CO, at The Brown Palace Hotel & Spa. You will oversee payroll, A/P, A/R, cashiers, and night audit, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate financial reporting. The role includes budgeting, forecasts, and maintaining strong internal controls across departments.

The position requires 2–4 years of hotel accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. Excellent analytical and leadership skills are essential.