Senior Accountant / Financial Analyst

About the role

Park Place Finance is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst to support financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making. This role combines strong accounting expertise with financial analysis to provide leadership with meaningful insights while ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys partnering with cross-functional teams to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Develop and maintain complex financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis
  • Analyze quarterly and annual financial performance and identify trends
  • Evaluate investment opportunities and provide financial recommendations
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and communicate financial insights to leadership
• Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Assist with the annual budgeting process
  • Monitor budget performance and analyze variances between actual and projected results
  • Recommend opportunities to improve profitability and operational performance
• Accounting & Financial Reporting
  • Lead month-end and year-end close processes
  • Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate financial records
  • Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Prepare timely and accurate financial statements
• Compliance & Controls
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
  • Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audits
  • Assist with sales tax, payroll tax, corporate tax filings, and general ledger maintenance
  • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Business Partnership
  • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and other departments to provide financial guidance
  • Present financial results and recommendations to management
  • Support strategic planning through historical analysis, market research, and competitive benchmarking
• Process Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting and financial reporting processes
  • Recommend and implement efficiencies through automation and improved workflows
• Leadership
  • Mentor and train junior accounting staff
  • Support the continued development of accounting best practices across the organization

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3-5+ years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, corporate finance, or a related role
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and advanced formulas
• Experience with QuickBooks and/or ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
• Ability to work in-office Monday through Friday in Austin, Texas
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-financial audiences
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strategic mindset with strong business acumen

Qualifications

• MBA in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (preferred)
• CPA or CFA designation (preferred)
• Experience in hard money lending or commercial real estate lending (Bridge, DSCR, or Renovation Loans) (preferred)
• Experience with warehouse lending facilities (preferred)
• Experience preparing partnership and investor tax filings (preferred)

Benefits

• 100% Company-Paid Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan with 3% Company Match
• Entrepreneurial Culture with a Focus on Growth & Excellence
• Opportunities to Expand Skillset Across Multiple Loan Products

Schedule

In-office Monday through Friday in Austin, Texas.