Sr. Accountant

Location

This is an in-person role in the Phoenix, Arizona or Toronto, Canada office. Candidates must be based within a 50‑mile commuting distance and be able to be physically present in the office 4 days a week.

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.

• 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, account reconciliations, and month‑end close deliverables including balance sheet reconciliations, flux analyses, and bank reconciliations – ensuring completeness, accuracy, and well‑documented support across key operational areas.
• 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 activity
• Provide guidance and review support for more junior team members, including mentoring on accounting topics and best practices

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a public company or Big 4/national firm environment
• Familiarity with automation and AI/ML tools (Chat GPT, Claude) and a willingness to explore how emerging technology can improve accounting processes
• Experience supporting or participating in 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 explain technical positions clearly to non‑accounting stakeholders
• Ability to meet deadlines, independently manage your time, and be self‑motivated in a fast‑paced environment

• Licensed CPA or CPA candidate
• Real estate accounting experience or exposure to inventory‑based business models
• Net Suite or other enterprise ERP experience (Oracle, SAP, Workday)
• Revenue recognition and/or consolidation experience in a multi‑entity structure
• Experience building or improving automated reconciliation or close management workflows
• Prior experience at a high‑growth or publicly traded technology company