Accounting Manager — Lead Finance Team & Optimization

David Weekley Homes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and

401k and discretionary 8% match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Profit Sharing

New Home Discount for Team Member and

College Scholarship Program

Community Outreach

And more!

Job summary

David Weekley Homes in Houston is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the Accounting and Finance team in our Houston office. The role emphasizes team development, month-end close, and close collaboration with operations and senior management.

The ideal candidate brings at least 5 years of management experience in accounting, strong analytical and leadership skills, and a proven ability to drive process improvements using automation tools.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of management experience in an Accounting field.
• At least 3 years of financial analysis experience.
• Strong technical skills and ability to pick up new things quickly.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Comfortable working with all levels of management.
• Ability to recognize and adapt communication style to needs of recipient.
• Strong commitment to provide superior customer service.
• JDE and Essbase experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop a team of 4 to accomplish team objectives.
• Oversee the month-end close process, produce timely and accurate financial statements.
• Review journal entries, monthly reports and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage the annual external Audit and quarterly Bond compliance.
• Manage special projects and perform ad hoc analysis.
• Set up accounting processes for new business initiatives.
• Identify and drive process improvement, working with existing automation tools, and facilitate development of new tools.
• Respond to questions from operations and senior management timely, providing a high level of support.

Skills

Team management

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Tools

JDE

Essbase

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

David Weekley Homes in Houston is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the Accounting and Finance team in our Houston office. The role emphasizes team development, month-end close, and close collaboration with operations and senior management.

The ideal candidate brings at least 5 years of management experience in accounting, strong analytical and leadership skills, and a proven ability to drive process improvements using automation tools.