Senior Accountant

Description

LIFE AT PACIFIC LIFESTYLE HOMES

Experience the difference of being part of the Pacific Lifestyle Homes family. As a two-time recipient of the prestigious Building Industry Association "Builder of the Year" award and the esteemed National Housing Quality Gold Award, we are more than just a homebuilder – we are dedicated to BUILDING BETTER LIVES. From our humble beginnings in 1996, we have grown to construct over 6,500 homes and 130 communities across SW Washington, the Portland Metro area, greater Puget Sound area, and the Boise Metro landscape. Join us and build your career with a company committed to excellence and community impact. 

JOB MISSION

Pacific Lifestyle Homes is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant to support the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions. This position is responsible for preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, assisting with audit activities, conducting variance analysis, and supporting compliance requirements within a residential construction and land development environment.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting skills, a solid understanding of GAAP, and experience working in construction, homebuilding, real estate development, or related industries. This role is best suited for a highly capable accounting professional who thrives as an individual contributor and enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supplemental reports in accordance with GAAP. 
• Perform account reconciliations and review financial data for accuracy and completeness. 
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and other month-end close activities. 
• Support the month-end and year-end close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting. 
• Assist with consolidated financial reporting across multiple entities and projects. 

Financial Analysis

• Perform financial and variance analysis related to construction costs, development activity, and operational performance. 
• Analyze budget-to-actual results and provide explanations for significant variances and trends. 
• Assist management with financial reporting and analytical support for operational decision-making. 

Audit & Compliance

• Assist with preparation for annual external CPA audits, including gathering schedules and supporting documentation. 
• Support loan, bank, and lender reporting and compliance requirements, and other financial reporting obligations as needed. 
• Ensure accounting practices and reporting comply with GAAP and company policies. 

Construction & Development Accounting

• Support accounting activities related to: 
  • Job cost accounting 
  • Land development tracking 
  • Construction accruals 
  • Community cost reporting 
  • Work-in-process analysis 
• Review project costs and ensure accurate coding and reporting. 

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency. 
• Assist with implementation and enhancement of accounting systems and procedures. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve accounting issues and improve financial accuracy. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. 
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience. 
• Strong understanding of GAAP. 
• Experience with financial statement preparation and account reconciliations. 
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. 
• Experience in residential construction, homebuilding, land development, real estate development, commercial real estate, or manufacturing.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred. 
• Experience with construction accounting systems and job costing. 
• Experience supporting external audits.

WHY WORK HERE

BENEFITS

• Company supported medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and families 
• Participation in our 401(k)-retirement savings plan with Company contributions 
• New home discount 
• 120 hours of paid time off for the first year 
• Seven paid holidays 
• Paid volunteer hours 
• Employee Recognition Program 
• Employee Referral Bonus - Up to $1,000 
• Engaging company culture – Including our annual “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” 
• And much more! 

OUR CULTURE/VALUES

At Pacific Lifestyle Homes, our vibrant culture defines who we are. We believe in the power of open communication, where every voice is valued and heard. With a strong emphasis on personal growth, we offer one-on-one coaching, regular reviews, and prioritize internal promotion whenever feasible. Our actions are guided by our core values of respect, accountability, candor, humility, integrity, and teamwork, shaping every decision we make and every interaction we have. 

Build your career at Pacific Lifestyle Homes, where we are committed to the idea that a skilled team can build homes and communities that withstand the test of time. Picture yourself driving by our neighborhoods a decade from now, brimming with pride knowing you played a vital role in their creation. Do not miss the opportunity to make a lasting impact with us! 

For additional information about Pacific Lifestyle Home’s Company Culture and how it can enrich your career, we invite you to view the video at the following link: https://youtu.be/Hud-5EsJ2fw 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

We have an in-person work culture with a general work schedule of 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Our dress code and appearance policy reflect our commitment to professionalism and our dedication to maintaining a premier standard as a homebuilder. 

Prior managerial reference checks, background check and a pre-employment drug screen are required steps in our hiring process.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.