Assistant Controller-BLD (Houston SE)

D.R. Horton•Richmond, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Assistant Controller for their Accounting Department. The right candidate will under the direction of the Division Controller, assist in managing all aspects of the division’s historical reporting, anticipatory budgeting and financial projections. Act as the conscience of the division which, among other things, involves fiduciary responsibilities, business process improvement and challenging the thinking/decisions of the entire management team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Accounting from a four-year college or university; or 4 to 6 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent analytical skills
Ability to accurately and efficiently process and record large volumes of data
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills; ability to work well with all levels of personnel
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
Proficiency with MS Office (Excel and Outlook)
Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday

Nice To Haves

CPA (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Prepare House Profit Analyses and review gross profit margins for each sales contract
Review job costs for budget variances, cost code errors, and other posting errors on invoices and resolve with proper departments
Conduct monthly close procedures and ensure that deadlines are met, including preparing journal entries and accruals
Post bank deposits and create related cash receipt journals
Process timely payment of property taxes and monthly amortization
Monitor fixed asset purchases and ensure timely capitalization and depreciation of assets
Responsible for various weekly, monthly, and ad hoc analyses and reports for management team
Oversee Due Diligence Reconciliation and review quarterly and monthly project budgets
Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Assist vendors with any questions as needed
Additional duties as assigned
Regular and reliable attendance
Directly supervises 2 or more employees in the Accounting Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.