Senior Accountant, Opendoor

• The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting, public company experience, and a forward-looking mindset around automation and AI-driven process improvement
• 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

Desirable

• Candidates must be based within a 50-mile commuting distance and 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
• 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