Senior Accountant
We are Lennar
Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.
Join a Company that Empowers you to Build your Future
Lennar is seeking a Senior Accountant to participate in all aspects of general ledger accounting and month-end close process. We’re looking for a candidate who is a future leader with a focus on innovation and teammate engagement and transformational activities. The candidate will be highly detailed orientated and have a commitment to drive efficiencies throughout the financial reporting function to enhance the monthly close-to-report cycle as well as the internal controls over financial reporting and consistently deliver high quality financial data to key stakeholders in a timely fashion.
- A career with purpose.
- A career built on making dreams come true.
- A career built on building zero defect homes, cost management, and adherence to schedules.
Your Responsibilities on the Team
Supervise the centralized accounting for the homebuilding revenue and cash transaction cycles by:
- Assist with General Accounting, Fixed Assets, Leases, Homebuilding & Inventory, Accruals, and Allocations processes.
- Prepare accounting transactions and maintain records, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with US GAAP.
- Support month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close activities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
- Assist in the design and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to drive efficiency and accuracy in compliance with US GAAP.
- Assist with internal and external audits by compiling schedules, documentation, and responses under supervision.
- Support end-to-end process optimization and automation initiatives that measurably improve operational efficiency, scalability, and compliance.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support system enhancements, workflow automation, and data quality improvements.
- Assist in developing cross-functional relationships with stakeholders, including FP&A, Procurement, Operations, Treasury, Internal Audit, and other business partners.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Master’s Degree preferred
CPA or CPA candidate
2 – 3 years in public accounting and/or with a public company preferred
Strong knowledge of US GAAP
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent organizational, management, analytical, decision-making and research skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task accordingly in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with MS Excel and Word. Experience with JD Edwards, Essbase, Blackline
Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:
This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.
This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Life at Lennar
At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.
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Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- Master's Degree
- CPA or CPA candidate
- 2 - 3 years in public accounting and/or with a public company
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent organizational, management, analytical, decision-making and research skills
- Proficiency with MS Excel and Word
- Experience with JD Edwards, Essbase, BlackLine
What We Do
Lennar is a home building company providing new home construction and buying services in various states in the United States.
