Senior Accountant - GAAP & Month-End Close Specialist

D.R. Horton; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(K)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and HOL

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking an Account Senior in the Accounting Department to perform various accounting and finance functions with limited supervision. The role involves applying GAAP to financial data, preparing statements, and supporting monthly closes. A strong background in accounting and proficiency with MS Office are required.

The position offers growth within a Fortune 500 company and a comprehensive benefits package. Salary posted ranges reflect market norms for the Chicago area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting from a four-year college or university.
• Four to six years of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or via DRH applications.
• Proficiency with MS Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the company’s financial statements.
• Analyze and assist in the implementation of new accounting standards.
• Conduct monthly close procedures and ensure deadlines are met.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Apply GAAP to a variety of business transactions.
• Perform account analysis and reconciliation for significant balance sheet accounts.
• Review and analyze financial statements.
• Prepare journal entries as needed.
• Other ad hoc analyses, reports, and projects as needed by division management.

Skills

Strong communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Email

Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking an Account Senior in the Accounting Department to perform various accounting and finance functions with limited supervision. The role involves applying GAAP to financial data, preparing statements, and supporting monthly closes. A strong background in accounting and proficiency with MS Office are required.

The position offers growth within a Fortune 500 company and a comprehensive benefits package. Salary posted ranges reflect market norms for the Chicago area.