Director of Financial Reporting

Lennar•Waterford, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Director of Financial Reporting to lead all aspects of internal and external financial reporting while helping shape the continued evolution of the Financial Reporting function. This role combines deep technical accounting expertise with strategic leadership, operational excellence, and a mindset for innovation. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who can balance the rigor and precision required of SEC reporting with a broader vision for how technology, data, automation, and process improvement can transform the way financial reporting is delivered. You will have the opportunity to identify opportunities to leverage technology and emerging capabilities to improve the close-to-report cycle, strengthen internal controls, enhance data quality, and create greater efficiency and insight for Finance leadership. Beyond technical expertise, we are looking for a leader who can engage and inspire teams through transformation, someone who brings people along, challenges the status quo, builds strong partnerships, and creates an environment where teams are empowered to continuously improve. The Director of Financial Reporting will oversee the preparation and distribution of financial statements for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with Company policies, US GAAP, SEC requirements, and professional standards. This leader will serve as a trusted advisor to Finance and business leadership, providing insight into the financial reporting implications of proposed transactions and emerging business initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA; Master's degree preferred.
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a combination of public accounting and public company experience.
4+ years of SEC reporting experience with multiple annual public reporting cycles.
Deep knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX requirements, with strong experience in complex accounting and financial reporting matters.
Advanced proficiency with XBRL and financial reporting tools such as Workiva; experience with JD Edwards, BlackLine, and/or Lease Harbor is a plus.
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence and communicate with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and initiatives in a fast-paced, evolving environment, balancing technical rigor with strategic thinking and execution.

Nice To Haves

A forward-thinking, innovation-oriented mindset with a passion for improving how work gets done.
Experience leading technology-enabled transformation, automation, process optimization, or financial reporting modernization.
Ability to engage and inspire teams through change, build trust, and create alignment around new ways of working.
A track record of challenging the status quo while maintaining strong financial controls and reporting discipline.
Strong business acumen and the ability to connect financial reporting to broader business strategy and outcomes.

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of internal and external financial reporting, including quarterly 10-Qs, annual 10-Ks, MD&A, financial statements, disclosures, and management reporting.
Ensure compliance with US GAAP, SEC requirements, SOX, and Company policies while providing technical accounting guidance on complex transactions and emerging accounting standards.
Lead and oversee the monthly close-to-report process, financial analytics, variance analysis, and preparation of executive-level financial presentations.
Partner closely with Finance, FP&A, Legal, Investor Relations, Operations, external auditors, and senior leadership to ensure accurate, timely, and insightful financial reporting.
Coordinate quarterly and annual reporting reviews, including Audit Committee and Board materials, external audit support, and filing approvals.
Own and maintain the financial reporting calendar, proactively managing key milestones, dependencies, and deadlines.
Lead and strengthen the Company's financial reporting control environment, including SOX compliance, control documentation, process narratives, and flowcharts.
Develop and implement accounting and financial reporting policies and provide guidance on areas including revenue recognition, leases, stock-based compensation, business combinations, impairment, and financial statement presentation.
Identify and lead opportunities to leverage technology, automation, data, and emerging capabilities to improve reporting accuracy, efficiency, scalability, and the overall employee experience.
Lead teams through transformation by creating alignment, communicating the "why," challenging the status quo, and fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and engagement.
Serve as a strategic and trusted advisor to Finance leadership, providing insights into the financial reporting implications of business decisions and emerging initiatives.
Drive the transformation of Division and internal reporting, establishing scalable, data-driven reporting processes and insights that enhance visibility into performance and key business metrics to support more informed decision-making.