Senior Accountant

LEN Lennar Corporation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Vacation

Job summary

Lennar seeks a Senior Accountant to participate in all aspects of general ledger accounting and month-end close. You will drive accuracy, strengthen internal controls, and deliver timely financial data to stakeholders across the organization.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting, 2–3 years public company experience, and strong US GAAP knowledge, with proficiency in MS Excel and relevant ERP systems. CPA or CPA candidate is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA or CPA candidate is preferred.
• 2–3 years in public accounting and/or with a public company preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and Word; experience with JD Edwards, Essbase, Blackline.

Responsibilities

• Supervise centralized accounting for homebuilding revenue and cash cycles.
• Assist with General Accounting, Fixed Assets, Leases, Inventory, Accruals, and Allocations processes.
• Prepare accounting transactions and maintain records with US GAAP compliance.
• Support month-, quarter-, and year-end close activities including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Assist in design and maintenance of accounting policies and internal controls.
• Support audits by compiling schedules and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

JD Edwards

Essbase

Blackline

Job description

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.

Life at Lennar

• 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.
• 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.
• New Hire Referral Bonus Program
• Significant Home Purchase Discounts
• Everyone’s Included Day

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.

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

We’re Always Looking Ahead Want to work in an innovative environment that empowers you to explore your passions? At Lennar, we promote asking questions and working together to solve complex problems. It’s how we’ve become a leader in the homebuilding industry and why our Associates love working …

Work Where Everyone’s Included

We’re committed to building and sustaining an inclusive culture where everyone has a seat at the table, and we’re all on a first-name basis. This inclusive culture influences our hiring practices, the communities we serve and how we build better career experiences for all our Associates. It’s why we created our Everyone’s Included Advisory Council, and we’d love for you to be a part of our shared journey.

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