Interim Chief Accounting Officer (Banking)

🚨 URGENT: Interim Chief Accounting Officer (Banking)

Location: Dallas, TX (Onsite)

Pay Rate: $120.00 / hour (W2) | $180.00 / hour overtime (1.5x)

Duration: Estimated 2–3 Month Contract

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Role Overview

Tatum has an URGENT, immediate need for a seasoned Interim Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) to step in on-site in Dallas, TX .

In this critical 2–3 month consulting engagement, you will immediately assume full scope and oversight of all accounting operations for a bank. We are looking for an executive who can hit the ground running on Day 1 to manage financial reporting, drive budget strategy, lead internal accounting leadership, and oversee regulatory agency filings and audits.

About the Client

Our client is a federally chartered commercial bank headquartered in the region, serving commercial and individual clients with comprehensive treasury management, lending, and deposit solutions. With approximately $1 billion in assets, the institution combines a relationship-driven community banking approach with the institutional backing and analytical rigor of a top-tier global parent bank.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership & Forecasting: Direct overall bank accounting operations, preparing key reports summarizing and forecasting financial position (income, expenses, earnings).
• Budget Management: Oversee the preparation and justification of annual budgets and build strong relationships with department leaders to drive collaboration and timely completion.
• Regulatory & Audit Oversight: Prepare and submit required regulatory agency filings and coordinate external/internal financial audits.
• Team Supervision: Directly lead, mentor, and supervise senior accounting personnel, including the Controller, Assistant Controller, and Financial Reporting team.
• Executive Advisory: Provide executive management with timely financial reviews, program progress reports, and guidance on corporate financial program modifications.

Key Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 5 years in a Chief Accounting Officer, Controller, or similar senior executive role within the banking or financial services sector .
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required; Master’s/Graduate degree preferred.
• Certifications: Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) preferred.
• Technical Proficiency: Deep working knowledge of core banking systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong command of GAAP/Accounting Standards applied to financial institutions.
• Leadership & Availability: Proven ability to manage direct reports and adapt financial strategy immediately without extensive ramp-up time.

Compensation & Work Details

• Pay Rate: $120.00/hr W2 base | $180.00/hr W2 overtime
• Work Location: Onsite in Dallas, Texas
• Engagement Type: W2 Contract (~2–3 months, Immediate Start)

How to Apply

This is an immediate-start, high-priority placement . If you are an experienced banking accounting executive available to start onsite in Dallas right away, please apply immediately or submit your resume for direct review.

About Tatum by Randstad: As a leading executive talent solutions firm, Tatum specializes in placing strategic financial and technology leaders in roles that drive significant organizational change.

This opportunity pays up to $120/hour (+50% more for OT) on a W-2 basis. Tatum offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D and life insurance offerings, short-term disability and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).