Homeward
real estate
Controller/DirectorofAccounting
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“Controller / Director of Accounting at Homeward. Skills: accounting operations, financial reporting, technical accounting, US GAAP, team leadership. own all accounting operations. drive the integrity of our financial reporting”
What You'll Achieve.
build towards SOX-readiness as the company scales
Industry & Context.
analytical and problem-solving skills; exceptional attention to detail and the ability to zoom out to the big picture
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a mix of public accounting and industry experience, Proven track record leading and developing accounting teams in a high-growth environment, Deep knowledge of US GAAP, including experience navigating complex technical accounting matters, Experience managing external audits with Big-4 or equivalent firms, Analytical and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to zoom out to the big picture, Excellent communicator – able to present financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Nice to Have
CPA strongly preferred, ERP NetSuite experience strongly preferred, Experience in real estate, mortgage, fintech, or financial services industries, Background in private equity-backed or venture-backed companies, Experience with lender covenant reporting and compliance in a debt-financed business, Track record of leading or contributing to automation initiatives, Exposure to cash management in a capital-intensive business
What You'll Do.
own all accounting operations
drive the integrity of our financial reporting
build and mentor a high-performing team
help shape the systems and processes
Partner with an external tax firm on federal
and local tax compliance and planning
Serve as in-house technical accounting authority
providing guidance on complex areas
Draft and maintain technical accounting memos and position papers to document judgments and conclusions
Stay current on new and proposed accounting standards and assess their impact on Homeward’s financial reporting
Build team capacity and structure to support Homeward’s growth
including hiring as needed
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work in close partnership with FP; Partner with an external tax firm; collaboration across teams
Communication Scope
Excellent communicator – able to present financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Full Job Description
About Homeward Homeward takes the “what ifs” out of homebuying by creating financial products that give buyers and sellers certainty and convenience. We’re a fast-paced, remote-first real estate startup that partners with real estate agents to offer innovative products and services, helping clients buy with cash, sell with certainty, and time their move, regardless of the market. Founder and CEO Tim Heyl, owner of one of the fastest-growing agent teams in the country, started Homeward in 2018 to fix the antiquated and broken real estate process. Today, we offer bundled cash offers, mortgage, and title services in 13 states, enabling buyers and sellers to move with certainty and convenience. We’re a fully remote company with a diverse team spread across several countries - Grounded in three core values: The Golden Rule, One Team One Dream, and Calm Focus. Hear from our employees about what our values mean to them. About the Opportunity As the Controller / Director of Accounting at Homeward, you will own all accounting operations at a high-growth company backed by leading investors. This is a high-impact leadership role that sits at the intersection of technical accounting rigor and strategic business partnership. You’ll drive the integrity of our financial reporting, build and mentor a high-performing team, and help shape the systems and processes that will carry us through our next stage of growth. You’ll report directly to the CFO and work in close partnership with FP build towards SOX-readiness as the company scales. Partner with an external tax firm on federal, state, and local tax compliance and planning. Technical Accounting: Serve as in-house technical accounting authority, providing guidance on complex areas including revenue recognition (ASC 606), leases (ASC 842), receivables (ASC 310), debt issuance costs (ASC 835), and warrant classification (ASC 815). Draft and maintain technical accounting memos and position papers to document judgments and conclusions.
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