Senior Accountant

Opendoor•Phoenix, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.