Vice President of Accounting and Financial Reporting

LGI Homes is seeking a Vice President of Accounting and Financial Reporting to join our executive leadership team at our Corporate Headquarters in The Woodlands, Texas.

As one of the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies and a Top Workplace in the USA, LGI Homes has a notable legacy of homebuilding excellence. We are looking for an accomplished accounting leader who is motivated to make an impact, bring strategic perspective, and grow alongside our organization.

This is a significant executive leadership opportunity for an accounting professional interested in taking the next step in their career, with the potential to grow into the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) role. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, play a critical role in the company's financial strategy and reporting, and have the opportunity to expand their leadership scope and influence as they demonstrate their capabilities and impact.

The Vice President of Accounting and Financial Reporting will provide leadership and oversight of the company's external financial reporting, technical accounting research, audit coordination, and monthly close process. This individual will serve as a key accounting resource and strategic partner to executive leadership, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with applicable SEC rules and regulations, and sound accounting practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, ensuring compliance with SEC and XBRL requirements.
• Lead technical accounting research and provide recommendations on complex accounting matters and new accounting pronouncements.
• Partner with executive leadership to communicate accounting issues, provide strategic guidance, and establish appropriate financial reporting conclusions.
• Direct and coordinate external audits, maintaining documentation to support financial statements and accounting positions.
• Provide leadership and oversight of the monthly close process, ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable internal financial reporting.
• Collaborate across departments and with senior leadership to identify and resolve accounting issues and strengthen financial processes.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external tax accountants and advisors to support timely tax compliance.
• Lead, develop, and mentor the accounting and financial reporting team, building organizational capability and preparing the function for continued growth.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's degree preferred.
• CPA certification required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Previous leadership experience managing accounting teams and financial reporting functions.
• Extensive experience with SEC reporting, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, SEC regulations, and technical accounting standards.
• Experience managing external audits and coordinating with independent auditors.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, financial close processes, and tax compliance.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate complex accounting matters and partner effectively with executive leadership.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a publicly traded company.
• Homebuilding, real estate, or construction industry experience.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, this position offers comprehensive training and exceptional benefits which include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 4% match, an employee stock purchase plan and a new home discount. We also boast a rich company culture focused on training, goals, and recognition.