Senior Corporate Accountant

About the Company

Sagard Real Estate is a real estate investment advisor and operator providing investment management services throughout the U.S. including acquisitions, asset management, development and property management for our investors. With $5.3B in assets under management, our clients invest through separately managed accounts and commingled funds.

Sagard Real Estate is based in Denver with regional offices in New York City, Charlotte, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Austin metro areas.

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Job Summary

The Senior Corporate Accountant will report to the Manager of Corporate Accounting and play a key role in supporting the corporate accounting function. This position is responsible for full-cycle general ledger accounting, month-end close activities, account reconciliations, corporate expense accounting, and financial reporting. The role offers high visibility within the organization and includes regular interaction with senior leadership, including the Controller and CFO.

We offer a flexible hybrid work environment , with team members working in the office three days per week and remotely two days per week.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and review full-cycle general ledger journal entries and month-end account reconciliations
• Manage the monthly close process for multiple corporate entities
• Review general ledger activity, perform variance analysis, and prepare supporting schedules for month-end reporting
• Assume ownership of corporate expense accounting, including monthly accruals and analysis
• Support budgeting and forecasting efforts in partnership with the Finance team
• Complete monthly direct and indirect billback processes and assist with related collection follow-up
• Process payroll-related payments, reconciliations, and accounting entries
• Lead employee expense reimbursement processing and related accounting activities
• Prepare and distribute monthly T&E reporting for department leaders
• Manage corporate cash flow activities and funding requests
• Participate in day-to-day accounting operations and identify opportunities to improve accounting and reporting processes
• Assist with the continuous improvement of processes, policies, internal controls, and documentation
• Support ad hoc projects and special initiatives as needed


Education Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of general ledger accounting or minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience

• Solid foundation in GAAP, monthly close processes, and cash management

• Experience with MRI accounting software or similar accounting platform preferred

• Commercial real estate, corporate and/or investment accounting experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to identify inefficiencies in accounting processes and implement process improvements
• Working knowledge of generative AI tools and ability to apply them effectively to accounting workflows

Starting Salary Range: $95,000 to $105,000 annually

Posting Date : May 27, 2026

Posting Expiration Date: June 5, 2026 (or until filled)

The starting salary for this position is an estimate , based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the stated range based on various factors including, among other factors, location, education and training, experience, internal pay alignment, and performance. A potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. Many candidates' compensation will start in the bottom half of the stated range. This role is also eligible to participate in a merit-based annual bonus program, health, vision, and dental insurance plans, long and short-term disability, 401K plan, and PTO. This information is provided in connection with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, and similar requirements in California and New York. Positions located outside of these states may or may not necessarily receive the same compensation.


Sagard Real Estate Employee benefits include:


• Flexible Time Off


• 401k Matching Program


• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plus FSA and HSA options


• Paid Caregiver Leave Benefits


• Commuter Pre-Tax Savings Program (Parking and Mass Transit)


• Mentorship and Leadership Development Opportunities


• Paid Social and Engagement Events Throughout the Year


• And More


Sagard Real Estate's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion is evident and continuously showcased from dedicated workgroup efforts and programming for recruitment, inclusive culture, retention, and training initiatives throughout our organization. To learn more about Sagard's ESG initiatives and how our DEI efforts support, visit sagard.com/responsibility.


Sagard Real Estate's Commitment to Applicants is evident with no discrimination in our recruitment process due to race, color, disability, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any protected category by local, state or federal laws.