Director, Corporate Accounting and Consolidation

About the team

The Corporate Accounting and Consolidation Directos will lead Zillow’s enterprise accounting function, setting the vision and strategy for accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting while enabling scalable growth. This role oversees complex accounting operations across multiple entities, partners closely with senior finance and business leaders, and drives continuous improvement in policies, processes, and systems to support strategic decision-making.

About the role

- 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.This role has been categorized as a Remote position. “Remote” employees do not have a permanent corporate office workplace and, instead, work from a physical location of their choice, which must be identified to the Company. U.S. 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. This base pay range is specific to these locations and may not be applicable to other locations.

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. The base pay range is specific to these locations and may not be applicable to other locations.In addition to a competitive base salary this position is also eligible for equity awards based on factors such as experience, performance and location. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location. Employees in this role will not be paid below the salary threshold for exempt employees in the state where they reside.

Who you are

- 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. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Get to know us

At Zillow, we’re reimagining how people move—through the real estate market and through their careers. As the most-visited real estate platform in the U.S., we help people navigate buying, selling, financing and renting with greater ease and confidence. Whether you're working in tech, sales, operations, or design, you’ll be part of a company reshaping an industry and helping more people make home a reality.

How we work is a key part of that transformation. Through Cloud HQ, our strategic approach to distributed work, most employees have the flexibility to work from wherever they’re most productive—enabling us to move fast, stay connected and deliver on our people promise. 

Zillow is honored to be recognized among the best workplaces in the U.S. Zillow was named one of FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® in 2026, and included on TIME’s America’s Best Companies 2026 list, reflecting our commitment to creating an innovative, inclusive, and engaging culture where employees are empowered to grow.

No matter where you sit in the organization, your work will help drive innovation, support our customers, and move the industry—and your career—forward, together.

Zillow Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact your recruiter directly.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local law.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.