Accounting Manager

Company Background 

Ownwell helps property owners reduce the costs of owning real estate. Our proprietary software automatically identifies property owners that are overpaying on real estate expenses. We then manage the end-to-end process of reducing bills through tax appeals, exemptions, and corrections.

Over $40 billion is overpaid in property taxes every year, and inaccurate tax assessments disproportionately affect people of color, immigrants, as well as low-income communities.

We’re dedicated to making the costs of property ownership more transparent and equitable. We believe that regardless of status or level of real estate expertise, everyone should have access to the information, tools, and resources to manage their real estate with confidence.

Ownwell is well-funded and venture-backed by some of the best investors in the world. Our customer base has grown by more than 1000% year-over-year with exceptional feedback demonstrating clear product market fit. We are looking for driven and passionate team members who thrive in a collaborative, positive culture where we all win together. If this sounds like the place for you, come help us change the way everyday homeowners manage their real estate across the country.

Our Culture

People are our superpower! Centered in everything we do is a true sense of team. We listen and we learn from each other. We are on this rocketship together and embrace a fast-paced, truly collaborative environment. We are here to win as a team and as a company.

We’ve brought together General Appraisers, Certified Public Accountants, Property Tax Consultants, Data scientists, PhDs, best-in-class customer support representatives, and more to deliver top results for our customers.

Our core values are our guiding principles in everything we do

• Customer Obsession
• Take Ownership
• Do The Right Thing
• Go Far Together
• Accelerate Innovation

Meet The Finance Team

Our Finance team is in the early stages of growth and plays a critical role in shaping the financial foundation of the company.

In this role, you’ll report directly to the Head of Finance and work closely with cross-functional leaders and Ownwell’s executive team.

The team brings a mix of operational finance and strategic experience from high-growth startups and established organizations. We’re hands-on, collaborative, and focused on building systems that scale with the business.

If you find fulfillment in bringing clarity to complexity, building reliable financial processes, and being a foundational part of a new and growing team—this role will be a great fit.

About the Role

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Manager to help Ownwell scale its accounting operations during a period of rapid growth. This role will be critical in creating and supporting core accounting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and maintaining a strong internal control environment. You will also have the opportunity to explore the finance side and gain exposure to FP&A-related workstreams. You’ll work closely with all departments, contributing to the foundation of a high-performing finance organization.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a strong accounting background who’s excited to grow their career in a high-growth, mission-driven startup.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly close process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure proper account classifications
• Assist in developing and documenting accounting policies and procedures in line with GAAP
• Manage day-to-day accounts payable and receivable processes, including vendor payments and customer invoicing
• Partner with department leads to track expenses and ensure accurate cost allocations
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to support filings and compliance
• Assist with preparation for investor reporting
• Support implementation and optimization of accounting systems and tools
• Help maintain payroll records, employee reimbursements, and bonus accrual tracking in coordination with People
• Ensure financial data integrity and contribute to the development of scalable accounting processes

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of accounting experience, ideally with exposure to high-growth or tech-enabled companies
• CPA strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles
• Experience supporting month-end close and preparing audit-ready financials
• Familiarity with tools like QuickBooks, NetSuite, Bill.com, or Brex is a plus
• Interest in gaining experience in the finance side of the business and willingness to explore opportunities in FP&A

Competencies

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving environment
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
• Ownwell core values reflect your ethos.
• You care about Ownwell’s mission and making an impact for all types of property owners.
• You are passionate about what you do and bring a thoughtful perspective to the function as well as overall organization.
• You like being ahead of the journey and bring a strong sense of proactive working style.

Ownwell offerings

• Entrepreneurial culture. Own your career; we are here to support you in the journey.
• Access to First Round Network to build your community outside of Ownwell.
• Flexible PTO. We believe in giving you the flexibility to own your time off. In addition to flexible time off, you will get 11 company holidays. We offer the last week of the year to recharge and reset.
• Competitive health benefits. We care for you and your family's health, as reflected in our benefits coverage.
• Learning support through a $1,000 stipend per year to enable investing in your individual learning needs.
• Supporting parental journey. We offer up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental and bonding leave to support your journey as a new parent.
• As applicable complimentary real estate and tax consulting licensing and renewal

Ownwell's vision is to democratize access to real estate expertise. When we say we want to provide access, we mean providing access to everyone. To do that well, we need a team that's broadly representative. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. Ownwell is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status.