Vice President of Audit, Compliance and Risk

Sage Hospitality Group is set to hire a Vice President of Audit, Compliance and Risk�to join us in Denver, Colorado!

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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.

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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!

Lead and manage all aspects of risk management, audit and compliance for the company.

� Implement an organization-wide strategy to minimize the organization’s current and future exposure to financial, operational, employment or other risks.

� Contribute to the development of the organization’s overall risk management strategy. Establish budgets, plans, policies, and programs that will achieve these strategic objectives.

� Monitor and evaluate the performance of risk management programs. Review programs to mitigate the organizations’ exposure to risks. Areas of risk may include loss prevention, asset protection, employment, legal and contractual compliance, health and safety, environmental, and other operational risks.

� Select and manage ongoing relationships with insurance providers to minimize insurance costs and ensure satisfactory standards of service.

� Manage, monitor, and evaluate the cost effectiveness of all insurance policies across the organization which may include property and casualty, workers’ compensation, directors’ and officers' liability insurance, employment practices liability, professional liability and cyber liability.

� Leads and oversees internal audit activities, including planning, execution, and reporting. Provides guidance to the internal audit team to ensure thorough evaluations of operational processes, financial systems, and compliance measures.

� Responsible for overseeing and ensuring organization complies with all state and local permits and licensing requirements.

� Managing lifecycle of permits and licenses, from application and renewal to monitoring and reporting. Work closely with various departments to ensure all operations adhere to regulatory requirements, mitigate compliance risks, and maintain good standing with relevant authorities.

� Evaluate and understand complex corporate structures, including subsidiaries, affiliates, and joint ventures, to ensure alignment with business objectives, regulatory compliance and insurance policies.

� Ensure accurate and up-to-date maintenance of corporate records, including organizational charts, legal entity documents, and ownership structures.

� Recruits, mentors, and develops a high-performing team of internal auditors and risk management professionals. Provides coaching, guidance, and training to enhance their skills and capabilities.

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OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

� All other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

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SUPERVISORY DUTIES

2-4 Corporate Associates

Education/Formal Training

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required; advanced degree is preferred.

One or more of the following designations: CIC, CRM, ARM, CPCU

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Experience

10+ years with increasing responsibility in Finance, Audit and Risk Management

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Knowledge/Skills

� Strong working knowledge and understand of insurance, including but not limited to, property and casualty insurance, workers’ compensation loss funded plans, director’s and officer’s liability, employment practices liability, professional liability, and cyber liability.

� Strong working knowledge of Risk Management fundamentals including, but not limited to, risk identification, risk analysis, risk control, risk financing, and claims management.

� Strong working knowledge and familiarity with legal and contractual compliance, regulatory compliance, health and safety, environmental, and other operational risks

� Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

� Ability to supervise and mentor multiple team members.

� Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines against shifting priorities; highly organized and detail oriented.

� Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly growing, entrepreneurial organization.

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Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

� Sitting 85%, Walking 5%, Standing 5%, bending, kneeling, lifting, climbing 5%

� Lifting and carrying of objects, 30-35 pounds

� Excellent hearing required to train and interact with management and associates.

� Excellent vision required to read reports, computer, etc.

� Mobility -limited mobility between offices and departments. No continuous standing, climbing or driving.

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Environment

95% Office environment

• Eligible to participate in Sage bonus plan

• Unlimited paid time off

• Medical, dental, vision insurance

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

• Health savings and flexible spending accounts

• Basic Life and ADD insurance

• Company-paid short-term disability

• Paid FMLA leave for up to a period of 12 weeks

• Employee Assistance Program

• 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.