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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

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
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
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
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
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
Identify opportunities to improve accounting and financial reporting processes
Recommend and implement efficiencies through automation and improved workflows
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
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)

Skills

Financial Modeling
Forecasting
Budgeting
Scenario Analysis
Financial Performance Analysis
Trend Identification
Investment Evaluation
KPI Monitoring
Variance Analysis
Profitability Improvement
Operational Performance Improvement
Month-end Close
Year-end Close
Journal Entries
Financial Record Maintenance
Bank Reconciliation
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Financial Statement Preparation
GAAP Compliance
Audit Support
Sales Tax Filing
Payroll Tax Filing
Corporate Tax Filing
General Ledger Maintenance
Accounts Payable Oversight
Accounts Receivable Oversight
Cross-functional Collaboration
Financial Guidance
Management Presentations
Strategic Planning Support
Market Research
Competitive Benchmarking
Process Improvement Identification
Automation Implementation
Workflow Improvement
Staff Mentoring
Staff Training
Accounting Best Practices Development
Microsoft Excel
QuickBooks
ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Organizational Skills
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Attention to Detail
Accuracy
Strategic Thinking
Business Acumen

Location

Austin, Texas

Work Type

In-office
Full-time

Experience Level

Senior
3-5+ years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
MBA in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Preferred)

Benefits

100% Company-Paid Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan with 3% Company Match

About the Company

Park Place Finance is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst to support financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.
At Park Place Finance, you'll play an important role in helping drive financial performance and strategic growth.
You'll collaborate with experienced professionals in a fast-paced lending environment while having opportunities to improve processes, influence business decisions, and continue growing your career.