Aimbridge Corporate - Vice President Accounting Transformation & Controls in Plano, Texas at Aimbridge Hospitality

Aimbridge Corporate - Vice President Accounting Transformation & Controls

As Vice President of Accounting Transformation & Controls you will lead meaningful change across one of the industry's largest third-party hotel management portfolios.

Reporting to the SVP of Hotel Accounting & Shared Services, you will strengthen controls, streamline processes, and drive scalable accounting operations across 600+ hotels. It's a high-impact role for someone who brings hotel accounting expertise, strategic vision, change leadership, and a sharp focus on performance, compliance, and team success.

This role is for you if you know how to turn complexity into structure and lead change with confidence.

• You bring deep hotel accounting and HMA expertise and know how to build stronger, more consistent processes.
• You influence across teams, use data to drive accountability, and deliver results at scale.
• You are energized by leading people, advancing change, and building scalable solutions for long-term growth.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required; CPA strongly preferred. MBA or Master's in Accounting/Finance is a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in hotel accounting, hospitality finance, or multi-unit financial operations, including 5+ years in senior leadership, ideally within a leading third-party hotel management company.
• Proven success leading large-scale transformation, change management, or shared services in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Deep expertise in hotel accounting, including cash reconciliation, balance sheet management, capital accounting, USALI reporting, HMA provisions, and multi-brand operations.
• Ability to build control frameworks, influence across levels, simplify complex accounting concepts, and leverage PMS, accounting, and BI/reporting tools.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead Transformation with Purpose

• Lead Hotel Accounting transformation, driving alignment, readiness, and adoption across teams.
• Partner with the SVP to shape and execute transformation roadmaps tied to growth.
• Drive process improvements that reduce risk, strengthen controls, and support lasting change.

Strengthen Controls and Accountability

• Build dashboards and monitoring tools to track completion, control gaps, and compliance issues.
• Standardize SOPs, accounting policies, and delegation frameworks to support compliant operations.
• Lead internal control reviews and support SOC1 audits with Internal Audit.

Oversee Financial Accuracy and Compliance

• Oversee cash reconciliation, capital accounting, fixed assets, depreciation, and balance sheet reviews.
• Set review standards that improve accuracy, visibility, and accountability across reconciliations.
• Serve as the HMA accounting lead, ensuring owner reporting and compliance with each agreement.

Scale the Function Through Systems and Shared Services

• Partner with Shared Services to optimize centralized hotel accounting.
• Drive automation and adoption of accounting and reporting tools.
• Partner across IT, Finance, and Learning to support systems and change readiness.

Build High-Performing Teams

• Lead a team of change leaders, analysts, and accounting specialists.
• Coach talent, set KPIs, and support development.
• Foster a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION:

At Aimbridge, hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. As the world's leading global hospitality management company, we are dedicated to being the most trusted hotel operator and employer in the industry. With a portfolio of over 80 respected hotel brands and a commitment to creating exceptional guest experiences, we focus on strong relationships with our partners and creating a strong culture for our team members. Join us in setting the new standard for hospitality excellence, where trust is the foundation of our success story.

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