Senior Accountant

About Lennar

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, consistently ranked among the top performers in the United States and recognized as a Fortune 500® company. For decades, we've been dedicated to making a profound impact by creating extraordinary experiences for our Homeowners, Communities, and Associates. We build quality homes, deliver exceptional customer service, give back to the communities where we live and work, and foster a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their careers.

Our unwavering commitment to Quality, Value, and Integrity forms the bedrock of everything we do. These principles guide our interactions with customers, associates, trade partners, shareholders, and communities. At Lennar, we're not just building homes—we're constructing futures, communities, and lasting legacies in the dynamic homebuilding industry.

Executive Summary

Join Lennar's Charlotte, North Carolina division as a Senior Accountant and become a pivotal force in our financial operations. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your accounting expertise in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment within the thriving homebuilding sector. Reporting to the Division Controller and Assistant Controller, you'll ensure the accuracy and timeliness of critical accounting functions, from financial reporting and payroll management to audit support and P&L analysis.

With an estimated salary range of $85,000 - $115,000 USD annually (based on market data for similar roles in Charlotte, NC), this position is ideal for seasoned accountants with 3+ years of experience, particularly those with P&L management and homebuilding backgrounds. Excel your career at a company that empowers you to build your future while contributing to zero-defect homes, cost management, and schedule adherence.

Role & Mission

The Senior Accountant plays a mission-critical role in upholding Lennar's financial integrity and operational excellence. Your primary mission is to deliver precise, compliant, and insightful accounting functions that support strategic decision-making across the division, region, and corporate levels. From preparing audit-ready reports to managing payroll and scrutinizing P&L variances, you'll safeguard our financial health while enabling the seamless delivery of high-quality homes to eager homeowners.

In this capacity, you'll act as a trusted backup to key controllers, ensuring business continuity and fostering a collaborative team environment. Your work directly impacts our ability to maintain Fortune 500 status, meet corporate deadlines, and drive profitability in a competitive market.

Detailed Responsibilities

Your day-to-day impact will be profound and multifaceted. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of your core responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting Excellence: Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly Division reports to region and corporate stakeholders as required. Complete quarterly balance sheet packages and participate in yearly/quarterly P&L projections for business plan submissions.
• Payroll Mastery: Manage the entire Division payroll process, ensuring accuracy in submissions, record retention for audits, and handling of expense reports, bi-weekly commissions, advances, and bonuses.
• P&L Analysis and Variance Scrutiny: Conduct monthly P&L analysis, identify discrepancies, escalate concerns, and facilitate monthly financial ops meetings to scrub variances from budget on job costs for closing homes.
• Accounts Payable and Vendor Management: Serve as primary backup to Land Controller for land accounts payable; match receipts, code invoices for P-Card, and post to General Ledger. Manage vendor insurance maintenance, compliance, and collection of energy/miscellaneous rebates.
• Audit and Compliance Leadership: Support Division Controller and Assistant Controller in responding to internal/external audit requests timely and accurately. Ensure adherence to internal controls, SOX, and regional/corporate policies.
• Month-End Close and Special Projects: Contribute to month-end close processes, SOP/price change requests, review of pushed-down bills from Region/Corporate, and backups for projects like Quarterly Warranty spending reviews, New Community setups in JDE, and legal bill processing in Serengeti.
• Asset and Equipment Oversight: Maintain schedules for leased trailers and office equipment on/offsite.
• Ad-Hoc Support: Other duties as assigned, embodying Lennar's culture of flexibility and excellence.

Technical & Behavioral Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you must bring a potent mix of technical prowess and behavioral strengths:

Technical Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college required, preferably in Accounting.
• Graduate degree and/or CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of general accounting experience; P&L management experience required.
• Homebuilding or construction industry experience highly preferred.
• Strong MS Excel skills required (advanced functions, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.).
• JD Edwards (JDE) experience and Hyperion/Essbase preferred.

Behavioral Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical mindset for discrepancy detection.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Strong communication skills for facilitating meetings and escalating issues.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive, ownership-driven approach.
• Integrity and ethical judgment aligned with SOX and corporate standards.

Career Path & Growth at Lennar

Lennar invests in your professional journey. As a Senior Accountant, you'll have clear pathways to Assistant Controller, Division Controller, or Regional Finance roles. Our culture of opportunity includes mentorship programs, leadership training, CPA reimbursement, and cross-functional exposure in homebuilding operations. Many Associates advance rapidly, building careers that mirror our commitment to growth.

The Impact You Will Make

Your precision will prevent costly errors, optimize cash flow, and empower data-driven decisions that accelerate home deliveries. By ensuring compliance and accurate reporting, you'll help Lennar maintain its market leadership, delight homeowners with zero-defect homes, and contribute to community-building initiatives that leave lasting legacies.

Company Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings with generous company match.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and flexible time-off policies.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional certification support.
• Employee stock purchase plans and homebuyer discounts.
• Wellness programs, gym memberships, and team-building events.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

Workplace Culture

At Lennar, we cultivate a vibrant, inclusive culture where innovation meets tradition. Charlotte's dynamic office fosters collaboration through open workspaces, regular team huddles, and celebrations of milestones. Enjoy a hybrid work model, modern amenities, and a focus on work-life balance in the heart of North Carolina's Queen City.

How to Apply

Ready to build your future with Lennar? Submit your resume, cover letter, and references today via our careers portal. Highlight your P&L experience and Excel proficiency. We review applications on a rolling basis—don't miss your chance to join a Fortune 500 leader! #LI-SB1