Accounting Manager- Land- Green Brick Partners

Green Brick Partners•Plano, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager - Land is responsible for overseeing and managing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for assigned land development entities and projects. This role involves reviewing and approving journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting analyses prepared by accounting staff, as well as preparing complex entries and analyses for significant transactions. The position requires analyzing financial results, development spending, and project activity to ensure accurate accounting records and investigating budget-to-actual variances. The Accounting Manager will ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with Company accounting policies and will prepare monthly financial reporting packages for management. They will also coordinate the preparation of schedules for SEC reporting, execute and monitor internal controls over financial reporting in compliance with SOX requirements, and respond to auditor requests. This role supports the implementation and standardization of accounting policies and identifies opportunities for process improvement. Additionally, the manager will oversee accounting and reporting for land acquisitions, dispositions, lot takedowns, and community development, ensuring costs are properly recorded and allocated. They will review land development draws, budget-to-actual analyses, and project spending, and coordinate with external parties for land transactions. The role also involves overseeing accounting for land-related joint ventures and analyzing land inventory balances. The Accounting Manager will also lead, mentor, and develop Staff and Senior Accountants, fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

BS degree in Accounting, Masters preferred
CPA preferred
5+ years’ experience in accounting with Big 4 public accounting firms or relevant industry experience, combination of public and industry preferred
Experience in the homebuilding, land development, or real estate industry preferred, including accounting for land acquisitions, development costs, lot inventory, finished lot purchases, land joint ventures, and related operational activities.
Strong understanding of US GAAP accounting
Strong understanding of month-end close and financial statements preparation processes
Understanding of internal controls
Excellent time management and organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Strong analytical skills with regards to comparative financial statements and historical financial data
Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Excel, accounting software and databases, including query and data mining
Strong interpersonal skills to enable effective communication with staff and management

Nice To Haves

Masters degree
CPA
Combination of public and industry experience
Experience in the homebuilding, land development, or real estate industry

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for assigned land development entities and projects.
Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting analyses prepared by accounting staff.
Prepare complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and accounting analyses for significant or non-routine transactions.
Analyze financial results, development spending, and project activity to ensure accounting records accurately reflect operating performance.
Review budget-to-actual variances and investigate unusual trends, fluctuations, or transactions.
Ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with Company accounting policies.
Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for management and operational leadership.
Coordinate the preparation of schedules and supporting documentation for quarterly and annual SEC reporting requirements.
Execute and monitor internal controls over financial reporting in compliance with SOX requirements.
Coordinate and respond to information requests from internal auditors, external auditors, and other stakeholders.
Support implementation and standardization of accounting policies, procedures, and reporting practices in the land accounting team.
Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls, improve reporting accuracy, and enhance process efficiency.
Manage accounting and reporting for land acquisitions, land dispositions, finished lot purchases, lot takedowns, lot transfers, and community development activities.
Review and monitor land development expenditures to ensure costs are properly recorded, capitalized, and allocated in accordance with Company policy and U.S. GAAP.
Oversee lot cost allocation methodologies and inventory costing processes, including the allocation of development costs to individual communities and lots.
Review land development draws, budget-to-actual analyses, and project spending activity to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational accountability.
Coordinate with title companies, land acquisition teams, developers, and division leadership to facilitate land transactions and maintain accurate accounting records.
Review land development budgets, forecasts, and project cost analyses prepared by accounting staff.
Oversee accounting and reporting for land-related joint ventures, including review of monthly financial packages, capital activity, distributions, and related accounting analyses.
Analyze and reconcile land inventory balances, development costs, lot inventory, and related reserves or adjustments.
Assist with accounting analyses for complex land transactions, joint venture arrangements, development agreements, and other strategic initiatives.
Lead, mentor, and develop Staff and Senior Accountants through training, coaching, and performance feedback.
Establish clear performance expectations and support employees in achieving individual and departmental goals.
Review work product to promote accuracy, consistency, and compliance with Company policies and accounting standards.
Foster collaboration and accountability while promoting Green Brick's HOME values throughout the accounting organization.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and support the scalability of accounting operations.
Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and retaining high-performing accounting professionals.