LGI Homes

Builds and sells affordable single-family homes

Vice President of Accounting and Financial Reporting

Financial AccountingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeThe Woodlands, TX, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
CPA certification is required.
At least 10 years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience is required.
Previous leadership experience managing accounting teams and financial reporting functions is required.
Extensive experience with SEC reporting, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, is required.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, SEC regulations, and technical accounting standards is required.
Experience managing external audits and coordinating with independent auditors is required.
A strong understanding of internal controls, financial close processes, and tax compliance is required.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills are required.
The candidate must be able to communicate complex accounting matters and partner effectively with executive leadership.

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.

Desired Qualifications

A Master's degree is preferred.
Experience in a publicly traded company is preferred.
Homebuilding, real estate, or construction industry experience is preferred.

Vice President of Accounting and Financial Reporting

LGI Homes · The Woodlands, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-03

Workplace: on_site

Department: Corporate

Description

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.

Requirements

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.

Benefits

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.

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About the Company

LGI Homes

Builds and sells affordable single-family homes

LGI Homes builds and sells affordable single-family homes in amenity-rich communities across the United States. Its homes are designed for first-time buyers and families, offered in strategically located neighborhoods with safety and easy access to work and leisure. The company finances a portion of purchases to make homeownership more attainable, and it earns revenue from home sales. The process centers on scalable construction, thorough training, and continuous improvement to deliver consistent value and strong customer service. LGI Homes differentiates itself by focusing on affordable, quality homes in desirable locations, backed by financing options and a culture that emphasizes people, process, and growth. The company’s goal is to help people achieve the American Dream of homeownership through value, service, and accessible financing.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: The Woodlands, TX
Founded: 2003

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