Senior Accountant

Location

This is an in-person role that must be performed from the Phoenix, AZ office. Candidates must be able to be physically present in the office 4 days a week.

About the Role

We’re seeking an exceptional Senior Accountant to join our Accounting & Finance team. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting, public company experience, and a forward-looking mindset around automation and AI-driven process improvement. You’ll be expected to apply sound judgment on accounting matters while identifying opportunities to modernize how the team operates.

What You Will Do

• Leverage AI tools and emerging technologies to streamline accounting workflows, enhance data analysis, and support scalable processes as the business grows
• Design, recommend, and implement automation initiatives (e.g., scripting, workflow tools, ERP enhancements) to reduce manual effort and improve close efficiency
• Prepare and review journal entries, and month-end close deliverables including balance sheet reconciliations, flux analyses, and bank reconciliations — ensuring completeness, accuracy, and well-documented support.
• Support the preparation of Opendoor’s consolidated financial statements and assist with external financial statement audits, including SOX and internal controls documentation, audit support, and controls testing
• Prepare monthly consolidation and elimination journal entries, including transactions involving multiple currencies and intercompany activities. 

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 3+ years of progressive accounting experience in a fast paced environment
• Familiarity with automation and AI/ML tools (Chat GPT, Claude) and a willingness to explore how emerging technology can improve accounting processes
• Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, lookups) and comfort working with large datasets
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities during close
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines, independently manage your time, and be self-motivated in a fast-paced environment

Bonus Points If You Have

• Licensed CPA or CPA candidate
• Real estate accounting experience or exposure to inventory-based business models
• NetSuite or other enterprise ERP experience (Oracle, SAP, Workday)
• Experience building or improving automated reconciliations or close management workflows
• Prior experience at a high-growth or publicly traded technology company, or a Big 4 accounting firm. 

Compensation

Our compensation plan consists of a base salary, Opendoor equity and a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, basic life insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.  All compensation parameters are based on experience.

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