Interim Chief Accounting Officer

About Our Client

Our client is a premier real estate development and investment firm with a portfolio of high-end residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties across the Southeast. Their projects are known for their innovative design, sustainable construction, and strategic locations, appealing to both corporate tenants and urban residents. With a strong commitment to financial prudence and long-term value creation, they have established themselves as a trusted partner in the real estate market.

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a visionary and results-driven Interim Chief Accounting Officer to lead all financial functions as part of a Contingent Workforce Solution. This pivotal contingent role is focused on managing all aspects of the firms financial operations, including financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting during a period of transition. You will be responsible for defining and executing a comprehensive financial strategy to accelerate profitability and ensure a smooth leadership handoff.

You will be instrumental in driving sustainable financial growth, building a high-performing, data-driven finance team, and making a direct impact on the companys trajectory in a highly visible role. This is a unique opportunity for a senior leader who thrives on building and scaling teams and wants to make a direct impact on the companys trajectory in a highly visible role. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute a comprehensive financial strategy to achieve ambitious growth targets and expand market leadership.
• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Drive the entire financial cycle, from due diligence and portfolio management to investor relations and financial reporting.
• Identify new investment opportunities and strategic partnerships to diversify revenue streams.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align financial goals with overall business objectives and resource allocation.
• Utilize data and analytics to forecast performance, measure returns, and optimize financial effectiveness.
• Act as a key external representative, engaging with top-tier clients and industry leaders to strengthen brand presence and close key deals.

Who You Are

Ideal Candidate Profile : We are seeking an Interim Chief Accounting Officer with extensive experience in the real estate, construction, or investment industries. Candidates with a successful history of leading and scaling finance teams in parallel sectors—such as private equity, M&A, or B2B services—will also be strongly considered.

Why Join This Team?

This is your chance to play a key role in a company that is at the forefront of the real estate industry. If you are a strategic leader who thrives on building and scaling financial organizations, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of the company and earn significant equity and commissions. You\ll be part of a supportive executive team and backed by cutting-edge solutions that are in high demand across the globe.

About Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search

Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search is a leading provider of Executive Search, Contingent Workforce Solutions, Leadership and Individual Contributor hiring, empowering businesses to achieve their strategic objectives through expert talent acquisition. Our specialties include sales, marketing, finance / accounting and operations hiring. With a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of market trends, Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search helps organizations build high-performing teams and navigate complex workforce challenges.

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