Senior Accountant

Pacific Lifestyle Homes, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

New home discount

120 hours paid time off

Paid volunteer hours

Employee Referral Bonus – Up to $1,000

Job summary

Pacific Lifestyle Homes, Inc. is looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to enhance their financial reporting and accounting functions. The role includes preparing financial statements, performing reconciliations, and supporting audits in a residential construction environment.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Accounting, at least five years of accounting experience, and be proficient in GAAP. Benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, and 401(k) participation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with financial statement preparation and account reconciliations.
• Experience supporting external audits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform account reconciliations and review financial data.
• Assist with annual external CPA audits.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Understanding of GAAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Construction accounting systems

Job description

Job Mission

Pacific Lifestyle Homes is seeking a detail‑oriented and analytical Senior Accountant to support the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions. This position is responsible for preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, assisting with audit activities, conducting variance analysis, and supporting compliance requirements within a residential construction and land development environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supplemental reports in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform account reconciliations and review financial data for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and other month‑end close activities.
• Support the month‑end and year‑end close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Assist with consolidated financial reporting across multiple entities and projects.

Financial Analysis

• Perform financial and variance analysis related to construction costs, development activity, and operational performance.
• Analyze budget‑to‑actual results and provide explanations for significant variances and trends.
• Assist management with financial reporting and analytical support for operational decision‑making.

Audit & Compliance

• Assist with preparation for annual external CPA audits, including gathering schedules and supporting documentation.
• Support loan, bank, and lender reporting and compliance requirements, and other financial reporting obligations as needed.
• Ensure accounting practices and reporting comply with GAAP and company policies.

Construction & Development Accounting

• Support accounting activities related to:
  • Job cost accounting
  • Land development tracking
  • Construction accruals
  • Community cost reporting
  • Work‑in‑process analysis
• Review project costs and ensure accurate coding and reporting.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency.
• Assist with implementation and enhancement of accounting systems and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional departments to resolve accounting issues and improve financial accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP.
• Experience with financial statement preparation and account reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience in residential construction, homebuilding, land development, real estate development, commercial real estate, or manufacturing.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Experience with construction accounting systems and job costing.
• Experience supporting external audits.

Benefits

• Company supported medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and families
• Participation in our 401(k)‑retirement savings plan with Company contributions
• New home discount
• 120 hours of paid time off for the first year
• Seven paid holidays
• Paid volunteer hours
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Bonus – Up to $1,000
• Engaging company culture – Including our annual “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”
• And much more!

Work Environment

We have an in‑person work culture with a general work schedule of 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Our dress code and appearance policy reflect our commitment to professionalism and our dedication to maintaining a premier standard as a homebuilder.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.