Senior Accountant

Lennar; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Parental leave

Assistance program

Education assistance

Vacation time

Home purchase discounts

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Job summary

Lennar is seeking a Senior Accountant to participate in general ledger accounting and month-end close, with emphasis on accuracy and process improvements. The role supports financial reporting and internal controls across the business.

The candidate should have 2–3 years in public accounting or public company experience, strong communication, and a proactive approach to collaborate with FP&A, Operations, and Audit teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred or in progress.
• US GAAP knowledge required with strong analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and Word; JD Edwards, Essbase, Blackline experience.

Responsibilities

• 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 journal entries and reconciliations.
• Assist in designing and maintaining accounting policies and internal controls for efficiency and accuracy.
• Support internal and external audits with schedules, documentation, and responses.
• Drive end-to-end process improvements and automation to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support system enhancements and data quality.
• Develop cross-functional relationships with FP&A, Procurement, Operations, and Internal Audit.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

CPA or CPA candidate

Communication skills

Organizational & multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Master's Degree preferred

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

Excel

Word

JD Edwards

Essbase

Blackline

Job description

Overview

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for homeowners, communities, and associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our associates throughout their careers. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

Job Description

Senior Accountant

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, teammate engagement, and transformational activities. The candidate will be highly detail‑oriented and have a commitment to driving efficiencies throughout the financial reporting function to enhance the monthly close‑to‑report cycle as well as the internal controls over financial reporting, consistently delivering high‑quality financial data to key stakeholders in a timely fashion.

Your Responsibilities

• 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 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 requiring the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move, and to carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

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.

• Robust health insurance plans (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) retirement plan with $1 for $1 company match up to 5%
• Paid parental leave
• Associate Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program; up to $30,000 in adoption assistance
• Up to three weeks vacation annually, plus holiday, sick leave, and personal day policies
• New‑hire referral bonus program and significant home‑purchase discounts
• Employees may also enjoy opportunities such as Everyone’s Included Day

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.