[Hiring] Director of Corporate Accounting and Consolidation @Zillow

Role Description

• Set the strategic direction for Zillow’s accounting function, aligning policies, processes, and controls with corporate objectives and financial governance requirements.
• Lead enterprise-wide accounting operations, including the close process, consolidation, and preparation of external and internal financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and applicable regulatory standards.
• Oversee design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of accounting policies, internal controls, and SOX-compliant processes to safeguard assets and ensure data integrity.
• Partner with Finance, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, and business leaders to evaluate complex transactions, support business initiatives, and provide clear, decision-ready accounting guidance.
• Direct the evaluation and optimization of accounting systems and related technology, ensuring integrations and workflows are efficient, scalable, and well documented.
• Develop and manage the accounting organization’s structure, budget, and performance metrics, ensuring effective resource allocation and operational excellence.
• Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing, inclusive accounting team through clear expectations, coaching, and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years leading accounting teams.
• Demonstrated experience owning the accounting close, consolidation, and external reporting processes for a complex or high-growth organization.
• Proven track record implementing or enhancing accounting systems, controls, and SOX-compliant processes in partnership with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience in a public company environment and familiarity with SEC reporting requirements preferred.
• Experience in technology, SaaS, or digital marketplace businesses is preferred.

Requirements

• Remote position: Employees may live in any of the 50 United States, with limited exceptions.
• In California, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington state, and Washington DC the standard base pay range for this role is $160,500.00 - $256,500.00 annually.
• In Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, Nevada, Ohio, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Virginia the standard base pay range for this role is $152,500.00 - $243,700.00 annually.
• Eligible for equity awards based on factors such as experience, performance, and location.
• Employees will not be paid below the salary threshold for exempt employees in the state where they reside.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Equity awards based on experience, performance, and location.