Job Description

Controller Position at 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.

The Controller at Lennar is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operational functions of the division, including Accounts Payable supervision, corporate and divisional reporting requirements, and Payroll administration. Ensure Corporate Accounting policies are in place and followed.

Your Responsibilities on the Team:

• Lead, coach, mentor and manage individuals and team to ensure top performance of all team members in achieving desired results while finding efficient and effective solutions that create overall organizational value.
• Manage month-end-close process accurately and timely in conjunction with corporate deadlines
• Provide detailed and analytical explanations of variances in actual financial data compared to forecasted results
• Manage payables process and ensure accurate and timely payment to vendors
• Manage payroll process and ensure the accuracy of payroll submissions and the proper record retention for auditing purposes
• Possess complete understanding of the Accounting Policy Manual and ensure that policies are complied with
• Review Joint Venture financials
• Prepare analysis for land take-downs
• Responsible for monthly budget review
• Monitor sales activity through weekly traffic, sales, starts and closings report
• Provide weekly and monthly statistical/financial reporting to Division Management
• Projects assigned by Corporate, Division President or Regional Controller

Management:

• Manage and supervise Accounting staff
• Ensure that associates follow company policies and procedures
• Interview and recruit Accounting team
• Responsible for, along with the Controller, providing associates with ongoing, timely, candid and constructive feedback; developing associates to their full potential
• Develop performance improvement plans if an associate's performance is not meeting expectations
• Ability to effectively manage staff through ensuring appropriate staffing, providing formal and informal evaluations/feedback, addressing associate issues when warranted and providing appropriate training and mentoring
• Manage month-end-close process, payable process, etc
• Organize and prioritize work activities while utilizing efficient time management skills in meeting deadlines and staying on schedule

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required, CPA preferred
• MBA preferred
• Seven years minimum experience required in the position of a Controller, Comptroller, and or Director of Finance, including homebuilding experience
• Advanced computer skills experience required Microsoft Word and Excel, including the use of Hyperion, EssBase and JD Edwards
• Excellent attention to detail
• Professionally perform multiple, detail-oriented tasks with simultaneous deadlines
• Excellent communication, analytical and writing skills as well as supervisory skills

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

Regular, in-person attendance at Company communities/job sites and offices during regular work hours is an essential function of this job. Requires the ability to work more than eight hours per day in the confined quarters of a construction trailer, the ability to operate a motor vehicle, read plans, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and/or carry equipment which may be in excess of 50 pounds. Job may require occasional operation of construction equipment. Finger dexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Life at Lennar:

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. 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. To further support our Associates, we provide an 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. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone's Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar's policies and applicable plan terms.

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

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