interim VP of Accounting (contract)

We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to step into a Contract opportunity based in Plano, Texas, providing senior oversight for a large hospitality portfolio. This role will guide core accounting activities, support executive decision-making, and help maintain consistency across a complex, multi-site environment. The position offers high visibility and requires a confident, detail-oriented individual who can lead through collaboration, sound judgment, and strong financial discipline. Must have active CPA license.

This is a 3-4 month contract position

100% ONSITE in Plano, Texas

Must have CPA

Interim VP of Central Accounting (contract position):

Responsibilities:

• Direct the accounting function for a broad portfolio of select-service hospitality properties, ensuring effective oversight across a multi-location operation.

• Supervise financial reporting, close activities, and consolidation processes to deliver timely and accurate portfolio-level results.

• Manage and mentor a team of accounting directors, providing leadership, direction, and escalation support for day-to-day priorities.

• Evaluate consolidated financial data to identify issues, raise key concerns, and coordinate appropriate resolution with internal stakeholders.

• Strengthen accounting governance by promoting reliable controls, consistent practices, and high standards for reporting accuracy.

• Work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional partners to address accounting matters and align on business priorities.

• Reinforce accountability across property-level stakeholders by driving consistency in financial review and operational follow-through.

• Oversee reconciliation assessments, cleanup initiatives, and broader accounting review efforts to improve overall process effectiveness.

Top keys:

1. CPA

2. Hospitality – multiunit, decentralized accounting environments

3. Strong ability to lead team and be the glue to work with internal and outside stakholders (owners of hotels)

4. Strong accounting and financial reporting background and experience with financial consolidations

Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including substantial leadership at a senior or executive level.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
• Demonstrated expertise in accounting operations, financial reporting, and multi-entity consolidations.
• Strong background in month-end close, reconciliations, and review of complex accounting activity.
• Experience leading other leaders, including direct management of director-level professionals.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment with significant stakeholder interaction.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge assumptions and support sound decisions.
• Hospitality experience is strongly preferred, with hotel or other multi-unit service industry exposure viewed favorably.

Compensation

$90.00-$90.00 Hourly

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