Senior Corporate Accountant in Norfolk, Virginia at Lawson

We are a vertically integrated construction, real estate development, and property management company seeking a Senior Corporate Accountant / Treasury Manager to oversee corporate accounting, cash management, and financial controls across multiple entities. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, optimizing liquidity, and supporting strategic decision-making across multiple legal entities.

The position requires a disciplined and detail-oriented professional with strong technical accounting knowledge, treasury experience, and the ability to operate effectively within an established control environment. It offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally with operations, development, and property management teams.

Corporate Accounting

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Prepare and review consolidated and entity-level financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Maintain and monitor the general ledger, including journal entries, accruals, and intercompany activity
• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring completeness and accuracy
• Coordinate review and compilation activities and serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors
• Aid in reviewing partnership tax returns
• Complete tax return payments for real estate partnerships and trusts

Treasury Management

• Manage daily cash positioning and monitor liquidity across all operating and project accounts
• Review and approve cash disbursements, wire transfers, and intercompany funding transactions
• Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts and variance analyses

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• 5–10+ years of relevant accounting experience, with exposure to real estate, construction, or property management environments preferred
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience with multi-entity structures and intercompany accounting
• Familiarity with treasury operations, cash management, and banking platforms
• Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• MRI software experience preferred
• CPA preferred

Core Competencies

• Strong technical accounting proficiency
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound judgment and adherence to established policies and procedures

Work Environment

This hybrid position operates within a professional office environment and requires regular interaction with accounting, finance, and operational personnel across the organization.

The Lawson Companies is an equal opportunity employer that offers full-time employees a competitive package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K options, PTO, a competitive salary, and a project bonus structure.