Vice President of Integration & Transition

About the Company: Founded in 1983, AKAM provides unparalleled knowledge, industry-leading technology, cost-saving initiatives, and the best customer service in the industry to every condominium, cooperative, homeowners association, and investment property we service. From comprehensive financial oversight to operations management, compliance administration, and violation removal, we maximize operational efficiency and value for our clients. What we offer: Our benefits include several healthcare, dental and vision options, a retirement program, paid time off plans, 11 paid holidays per year, educational reimbursement, transportation discount purchase programs, service, and performance awards - in addition various social and recreational activities. Learn more about our company by visiting akam.com.Position OverviewWe are seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Vice President of Integration & Transition to lead the onboarding, transition, and integration of newly acquired businesses across our growing property management platform. This executive will play a critical role in ensuring seamless transitions, operational continuity, and long-term value realization.The VP will serve as a key partner to senior leadership, ensuring new entities are successfully integrated into the organization's operating model, systems, and culture. This role requires a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on execution in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment. A strong in-office presence during critical transition periods is essential to assess operations firsthand, build relationships, and accelerate integration outcomes. This role will be based out of Lake Success, New York.Key ResponsibilitiesTransition Strategy & ExecutionPartner closely with the Head of M&A and senior leadership to ensure a smooth handoff from deal execution to operational transitionLead transition planning from pre-close through post-close, ensuring readiness across all functional areasDevelop and execute detailed transition plans aligning people, processes, systems, and client relationshipsServe as the primary liaison between leadership and operational team to ensure continuity and minimize disruptionIdentify and mitigate transition risks while capturing early operational efficiencies and quick winsEstablish clear timelines, milestones, and success metrics to ensure effective onboarding and integrationOperate at both a strategic and hands-on level-translating integration strategy into actionable plans and directly driving execution when neededMaintain a consistent on-site presence during integration phases to gain a deep understanding of current processes, team dynamics, and operational realitiesOperational IntegrationLead end-to-end integration efforts across operations, finance, HR, IT, and client service functionsAssess existing workflows, processes, and organizational structures to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvementEnsure alignment of organizational structure, roles, and responsibilities within the broader platformDesign and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, and service delivery as part of the integrationStandardize processes and implement best practices to drive consistency and scalabilityPartner with various parts of the organization to ensure seamless service delivery and client retention during transitionDrive cultural alignment and change management initiatives to support employee engagement and adoptionFinancial & Systems IntegrationAssess acquired entities' financial processes, reporting structures, and internal controls for alignment with company standardsEvaluate and integrate accounting systems, ERP platforms, and property management softwareDevelop and execute plans to align financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processesPartner with finance and IT teams to migrate, validate, and ensure integrity of financial and operational dataEstablish standardized controls, reporting frameworks, and data governance protocolsDrive system harmonization to enable real-time visibility and scalable reportingIdentify opportunities to streamline workflows, automate reporting, and enhance analytics capabilitiesDefine and track integration KPIs tied to operational performance, client retention, and financial outcomesEnsure delivery against integration plans and achievement of targeted efficiencies and performance improvementsMonitor post-transition performance, proactively addressing gaps and optimizing outcomesContinuously refine integration playbooks and frameworks to improve future executionCross-Functional LeadershipServe as the central leader coordinating internal teams (operations, finance, HR, IT, legal) and external partnersDrive accountability, execution, and communication across multiple concurrent transitionsBuild and scale repeatable integration processes, tools, and governance structuresFoster collaboration and alignment across functions to ensure a cohesive transition experienceQualificationsBachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred10+ years of experience in integration, operations, real estate, private equity, or related environmentsStrong experience leading complex business integrations, transitions, or operational transformationsDemonstrated ability to assess current-state operations and translate insights into actionable process improvementsUnderstanding of property management operations, systems, and organizational structuresProven ability to drive execution across cross-functional teams in fast-paced environmentsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilitiesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsWillingness to maintain a significant in-office and on-site presence during active integration phasesLeadership CompetenciesDrives seamless execution of complex transitions and integrationsAligns integration efforts with broader operational and growth objectivesBalances strategic thinking with hands-on executionEstablishes clear ownership, timelines, and measurable outcomesLeads and aligns cross-functional teams through changeBreaks down silos to ensure collaboration and continuityEnsures successful adoption of systems, processes, and organizational changesExercises sound judgment in dynamic, high-stakes environmentsProactively identifies risks and implements solutions