Division Staff Accountant
At a glance
Senior Accounting role at Pultegroup. Mission Viejo · full-time · $59,700–$74,600 base.
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What you'll do
- Prepare monthly journal entries and keep division general ledger accounts current
- Reconcile accounts each month and coordinate accounting work with National Shared Services
- Maintain evidence for the division’s SOX binders and draft initial income and balance sheet variance reviews
- Help produce internal financial reports, cash flow projections and forecasts
- Assemble year-end tax packages and prepare other financial reports
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field
- At least two years of general accounting or finance experience
- You understand accounting principles and can analyze issues, communicate clearly, and manage competing deadlines
Who this fits
This role suits an accountant who can handle recurring monthly close work alongside reporting and year-end tax preparation. It has no direct reports and carries single-division responsibility.
From the employer
Build a Career That Builds Your Future — with PulteGroup!
Welcome to PulteGroup where we believe in building more than just homes—we believe in building inspired employees, meaningful careers, and a legacy of excellence. If you're looking for work that moves you, a team that values your ideas, and a company that brings you pride, you’ve come to the right place.
As one of the nation’s largest and most respected homebuilders, PulteGroup offers opportunities to grow within a Fortune 500 company that’s consistently recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For and a certified Great Place to Work. We’re driven by the bold purpose of Building Incredible Places for People to Live Their Dreams.
For over 70 years, we’ve been building more than homes—we’ve been building trust, innovation, and a culture where every team member is empowered to thrive. Join a company that champions inclusion, celebrates diversity, and supports your personal and professional journey.
Headquartered in vibrant Atlanta, Georgia, and operating in over 45 markets nationwide, we’re proud to build homes through our trusted family of brands—including Innovative Construction Group, Centex, Pulte Homes, Del Webb, DiVosta Homes, American West, and John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, Pulte Mortgage, PGP Title, Pulte Insurance Agency —all united under the PulteGroup name.
Apply now and discover a career where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a lasting impact
JOB SUMMARY:
Primary responsibility for completing monthly accounting duties, including preparation and recording of journal entries, maintenance of the general ledger, preparation of reconciliations, preparation of year-end tax packages and special projects, as required.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares monthly journal entries
- Maintains general ledger accounts and prepares monthly reconciliations
- Coordinates work efforts with National Shared Services
- Prepares and maintains supporting documentation for the Division’s SOX binders
- Prepares initial income and balance sheet variance analysis for review by the division finance leaders
- Assists with the preparation of internal financial reports, cash flow projections and forecasts
- Prepares year-end tax package and various financial reports
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES LEVEL: MENTOR / COACH / FEEDBACK Without Direct Reports
- Not applicable
SCOPE:
- Decision Impact: Division
- Department Responsibility: Single
- Budgetary Responsibility: No
- Direct Reports: No
- Indirect Reports: No
- Physical Requirements: If applicable
REQUIRED EDUCATION: (degree, licenses, certifications, etc.)
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting (or equivalent in related field)
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: (work related, tools/equipment, software, etc.)
- Minimum 2 years general accounting or finance experience
- Knowledge of accounting theory and practice
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under time pressure
PAY RANGE
- $59,700 - $74,600 per year
- Hired applicant will be eligible for annual bonus
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