Sodexo Live! is hiring: Accounting Manager in Denver

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At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests, and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.

Location

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee The Denver Center for the Performing Arts, The Denver Performing Arts Complex, and Prelude and Post.

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is an organization in Denver, Colorado which provides a showcase for live theatre, a nurturing ground for new plays, a preferred stop on the Broadway touring circuit, acting classes for the community and rental facilities. It was founded in 1972.

The Denver Performing Arts Complex (DPAC) is one of the largest performing arts centers in the United States, spanning four blocks in downtown Denver. Home to multiple resident companies including the Colorado Symphony, Opera Colorado, and Colorado Ballet, DPAC features ten performance spaces that host a diverse range of live entertainment—from symphonies and operas to dance and contemporary performances. It is a cultural hub for the city, offering a dynamic calendar of programming year‑round and welcoming both local and international talent.

Prelude + Post is a sophisticated, chef‑driven restaurant and bar located within the Denver Performing Arts Complex. Designed to elevate the pre‑ and post‑show experience, it offers seasonal menus, craft cocktails, and an elegant yet approachable atmosphere for theatergoers and downtown diners alike. With a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creative culinary execution, Prelude + Post complements the vibrant arts scene with a refined food and beverage experience.

Job Overview

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily accounting operations and financial reporting of the organization, ensuring accurate and timely financial management. This role plays a key part in maintaining internal controls, managing accounts payable/receivable, overseeing month‑end close processes, and supporting financial compliance within a fast‑paced food and beverage environment. The Accounting Manager will partner with the operations team and other department heads to ensure the financial performance of the unit and that Sodexo Live! standards for accuracy, efficiency and quality are upheld.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage the month‑end and year‑end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP and internal standards.
• Ensure accuracy in general ledger maintenance and financial records.
• Oversee the AP/AR process to ensure timely and accurate vendor payments and customer collections.
• Reconcile vendor statements and manage dispute resolution.
• Support inventory accounting and reconciliation in collaboration with operations and supply chain teams.
• Monitor and analyze cost variances (e.g., food cost, labor cost, overhead).
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, tax regulations, and industry standards.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis for business planning.
• Analyze variances and provide actionable recommendations to management.

Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor's or Associates degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Experience in a leadership role in financial reporting and accounting.
• Previous Accounting / Retail Revenue experience within a food service environment preferred.
• Exceptional computer literacy with advanced‑level Excel and Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, to include Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong ability to analyze financial data and prepare ad‑hoc financial reports, statements and projections as needed.
• Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management.
• Self‑starter who can work independently and work on several tasks/projects simultaneously, and who can contribute to functional areas of the business outside of the finance area.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Initiative in identifying and resolving problems timely and effectively.
• Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Why Join Sodexo Live!?

At Sodexo Live!, we're proud to be experience makers, creating unforgettable moments for people across a wide range of industries and events. We bring that same commitment to our team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package that begins on day one. Additional benefits include:

Benefits

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Identity Theft Protection
• Adoption Assistance

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per year

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Hospitality

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