Senior Accountant - GAAP, Close & Process Improvement

DRB Homes; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

DRB Homes in Gaithersburg, MD seeks a Senior Accountant to own the close cycle and financial reporting in a centralized accounting department supporting corporate and divisions. You will prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and drive period-end closes with guidance from managers.

The role requires strong US GAAP knowledge, a CPA or candidate, and advanced Excel skills. Experience in real estate or homebuilding is preferred; solid communication and process improvement mindset are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA or CPA candidate is required or equivalent international certification considered.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience in a complex, multi-entity environment is preferred.
• Homebuilding, real estate, or construction industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Prepare account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.
• Complete period-end close activities and reporting deliverables accurately and on time.
• Ensure journal entries follow accounting policies and escalate inconsistencies.
• Verify process and policy documentation for assigned areas is kept current.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and scalability through process standardization.
• Support system enhancements, report improvements, and automation initiatives.
• Share knowledge and contribute to the development of accounting team capabilities.
• Support audits and regulatory filings by preparing accurate and timely information.
• Contribute to special projects, analyses, and ad hoc report requests.

Skills

US GAAP

Financial reporting

General ledger

Account reconciliations

Financial close

Advanced Excel

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

Excel

Job description

DRB Homes in Gaithersburg, MD seeks a Senior Accountant to own the close cycle and financial reporting in a centralized accounting department supporting corporate and divisions. You will prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and drive period-end closes with guidance from managers.

The role requires strong US GAAP knowledge, a CPA or candidate, and advanced Excel skills. Experience in real estate or homebuilding is preferred; solid communication and process improvement mindset are