Interim Chief Accounting Officer

Naviga • Tampa, FL

11d

About The Position

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 firm's 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 company's 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 company's trajectory in a highly visible role. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.

Requirements

• A Strategic Leader: You have a proven ability to develop and execute multi-year financial strategies that drive significant top-line growth. You think holistically about the financial process and how different functions can align to create a seamless experience.
• A Team Builder: You are skilled at recruiting, developing, and inspiring high-performing teams. You lead by example and empower your direct reports to achieve their full potential.
• Results-Oriented: You have a verifiable track record of exceeding financial targets in a competitive B2B environment, with a strong focus on both new business acquisition and client expansion.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed