Accounting Manager

***** This role is based in Scottsdale, AZ - Office days are Tue to Thur *****

Who We Are

We’re building the future of real estate — today.

HomeLight is the real estate technology platform powering innovative transactions for top agents, lenders, and their clients. Our technology makes it easier to buy and sell homes, whether that's enabling clients to buy before they sell, find a top agent, or have certainty through a modern closing process. Each year, HomeLight facilitates billions of dollars of residential real estate business on its platform for thousands of agents and loan officers. Our vision is a world where every real estate transaction is simple, certain, and satisfying for all.

Our team breaks barriers every day while staying committed to HomeLight's goals and core values, which is a crucial element to our shared success.

Who You Are 

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee our core accounting operations and lead a small offshore team. This role will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of key accounting functions, including Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and the month-end close process.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in a structured, detail-oriented environment and enjoys both managing people and driving operational excellence across global teams.

What You’ll Do 

• Lead and manage a small accounting team, providing guidance, coaching, and oversight
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP)
• Own and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting outputs
• Prepare and organize audit deliverables and support external audit processes
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and accounting standards
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and other stakeholders
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability
• Support communication and coordination across time zones with offshore team members

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required
• CPA or path to CPA is a plus
• Experience with NetSuite is a plus
• Prior experience managing or mentoring a team (including offshore teams is a plus)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across global teams

Benefits and Perks

• Medical (Aetna or Kaiser), Dental & Vision (Guardian)
• Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Accident Plan, and Employee Critical Illness (Guardian)
• 401k (Vestwell), Life Insurance (Guardian) & Pet Insurance (Nationwide)
• Commuter benefits are offered in certain locations
• PTO, including Volunteer Days to give back to your community
• Annual Anniversary Perks, including one month paid sabbaticals!
• HomeLight Services to help you with buying and selling your home

Let’s chat! 

HomeLight is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request, and any accommodation will be addressed confidentially.