Assistant Controller

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. Founded in 2018 by CEO Tim Heyl, Homeward offers 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 and grounded in three core values: The Golden Rule, One Team One Dream, and Calm Focus. About the opportunity Homeward is looking for an Assistant Controller to support the Accounting team in establishing and managing all aspects of our accounting operations, GL accounting, audit, tax, internal controls, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate has a growth‑oriented mindset, strong team‑building skills, and a willingness to roll up sleeves to refine robust processes as the company scales. What you’ll do Assist in managing all day‑to‑day accounting operations. Manage several accounting managers who oversee corporate accounting, real‑estate accounting, mortgage, and title accounting. Manage the month‑end close accounting process, driving the completion of all related reconciliations and reporting to deliver timely and accurate financial statements. Research and advise the team and leaders on technical accounting and GAAP application to accounting entries and presentation. Assist the Head of Accounting with first‑review of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and stakeholder reporting. Assist in monthly account flux analyses and budget‑to‑actual comparisons. Continuously suggest and implement process improvements to drive efficiency and automation across all areas of the accounting team. Collaborate frequently with other department leaders regarding new processes and any financial‑related questions. Implement and maintain internal controls (SOX 404 compliance) to ensure complete and accurate financials and regulatory compliance. Support treasury operations, including cash management and reporting, and work with banking institutions and teams. Interface with the external tax firm and assist with periodic tax filing requests and reporting. Lead the annual audit process and serve as a primary point of contact with external auditors. What you’ll bring Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (Master’s degree preferred). CPA required. Big4 Accounting experience strongly preferred. Minimum of 4+ years of technical accounting and management experience. Hands‑on experience with GL and month‑end/year‑end closing procedures, and leveraging ERP systems to scale and automate. Excellent business acumen, decision‑making skills, and outstanding organizational, project‑management, and spreadsheet skills. Ability to perform efficiently in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple workloads, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude. Solution‑oriented approach to problem solving, focusing on the best way to address challenges. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to convey technical issues to non‑technical audiences. NetSuite ERP experience preferred. Experience with Real Estate, Mortgage, or Title companies preferred. Experience managing multiple subsidiaries or fund management preferred. Perks and Benefits Compensation: $130,000 – $145,000 Company bonus eligibility Remote‑first environment (headquarters in Austin, TX) Stock option grant for every full‑time employee 401(k) employer contribution match Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Twenty days of vacation, five sick days, twelve company holidays, and two floating holidays each year Generous paid parental leave of up to 13 weeks #J-18808-Ljbffr