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Sage Hospitality Group is set to hire a **Corporate Director of Operations Finance-Sage Restaurant Concepts** to join us here in Denver!

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. 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!

Job Overview

The Corporate Director of Operations Finance serves as a strategic partner to the VP of Operations

Finance and the Sage Restaurant Concepts (SRC) leadership team. This role leads FP&A;, operational

analytics, financial strategy, and margin optimization across all SRC properties. The Director is

responsible for delivering proactive financial leadership, developing high-impact reporting and

forecasting tools, and ensuring maximum returns for owners, partners, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Strategic & FP&A; Leadership

* Lead all FP&A; activities, including budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, scenario modeling,

and business-case development.

* Analyze operational performance and financial trends to identify risks and margin-improvement

opportunities.

* Partner with culinary and beverage leaders on cost-saving initiatives.

* Provide ROI analysis for capital projects and new openings.

* Support annual budget development and ownership presentations.

* Participate in strategic planning and enterprise initiatives.

Financial Oversight

* Monitor financial results across all SRC properties and provide recommendations.

* Ensure strong internal controls and policy compliance.

* Review and interpret financial statements and communicate variances proactively.

* Understand ownership agreements and ensure obligations are met.

* Support transitions, conversions, and new openings with financial planning and systems work.

Operational Support & Analytics

* Deliver analytics to support decisions around pricing, labor, menu strategy, food cost, and efficiencies.

* Standardize financial processes and reporting structure.

* Develop and maintain financial models, dashboards, and analytical tools.

* Identify performance gaps, risks, and inefficiencies; propose corrective actions.

Owner & Stakeholder Communication

* Serve as a financial liaison to ownership groups.

* Present property and portfolio financial analyses to owners and executives.

* Ensure compliance with obligations under ownership and management agreements.

Cost Leadership & Margin Optimization

* Own performance for labor, COGS, and operating expenses.

* Oversee recipe validation, inventory controls, and cost-management programs.

* Conduct financial deep-dives identifying overspend drivers and cost-reduction opportunities.

Executive Communication

* Develop polished, executive-ready presentations.

* Communicate complex financial insights concisely to senior leadership and owners.

Systems & Reporting Infrastructure

* Lead improvement of financial systems, reporting, and analytics.

* Support the implementation of new technology and integrations.

* Build scalable financial structures supporting growth.

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree required; Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Hospitality preferred.

* 5+ years progressive hospitality or restaurant finance experience.

* Strong FP&A; background with demonstrated influence at senior levels.

* Expertise in financial statements, contracts, and operational KPIs.

* Strong modeling, Excel, BI/reporting skills (Craftable, Avero, PowerBI, etc.).

* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

* Travel up to 50%.

* Extended computer work.

* Occasional lifting up to 30 lbs.

Work Environment

* Office environment – 75%

* Restaurant environment – 25%

Benefits

+ Unlimited paid time off

+ Eligible for bonus

+ Medical, dental, & vision insurance

+ 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

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

+ Employee assistance program

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ 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._

Salary

USD $120,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.

**ID:** _2025-29914_

**Position Type:** _Regular Full-Time_

**Property** **:** _Sage Hospitality Resources_

**Outlet:** _Not Applicable_

**Category:** _Finance & Accounting_

**Min:** _USD $120,000.00/Yr._

**Max:** _USD $140,000.00/Yr._

**Tipped Position:** _No_

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

**_City_** **:** _Denver_

**_State_** **:** _Colorado_

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