Full-Time

Controller for Consumer Services

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PLACE

PLACE

1,001-5,000 employees

Real estate services and technology platform

Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$120k - $150kAnnually

Senior

Phoenix, AZ, USA

Category
Cost Accounting
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
Financial Controller
Accounting
Required Skills
NetSuite
Quickbooks
Financial analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA with 7+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field (internship experience may be considered).
  • Mortgage industry experience required, title experience preferred.
  • 3+ years of public accounting experience with middle market companies.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Netsuite, QuickBooks, others).
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Experience with financial reporting and budgeting.
  • Knowledge of GAAP and other relevant regulations.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, not only for the primary operating entities but also for branch level partners who are key constituents and primary sources of originations (real estate teams).
  • Analyze financial data and create reports to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
  • Lead budget preparation and financial forecasting.
  • Responsible for the general ledger accounting processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
  • Maintain accurate records of assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses.
  • Assist in identifying and pursuing expense reduction initiatives.
  • Demonstrate a strong knowledge of the profit levers in mortgage banking, title agency, and title insurance businesses including pricing, product mix, capital markets, productivity and more.
  • Collaborate with managers at all levels to realize profit enhancement opportunities.
  • Own internal and external audit processes by preparing documentation and responding to audit inquiries.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.
  • Track and maintain compliance with lender covenant reporting.
  • Manage multiple required audits from loan purchasers as well as regulatory agencies, responding accurately and professionally to investors in our mortgage loans as well as multiple state agencies.
  • Maintain and improve financial systems and processes.
  • Identify opportunities for process efficiencies and support the sourcing and implementation of new systems or tools.
  • Perform special projects and analysis as directed by senior management.
  • Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and support business decisions.

Place.com provides a full range of real estate services and technology solutions aimed at helping top real estate teams operate effectively across the United States and Canada. The platform simplifies the process of buying, selling, and financing homes by connecting clients with experienced agents and offering a pre-coaching consultation service to guide them through their real estate journey. Place.com stands out from competitors by focusing on partnerships with the best agents in each market, ensuring clients receive personalized and efficient service. The goal of Place.com is to make real estate transactions straightforward and profitable for both clients and agents.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$97.3M

Headquarters

Bellingham, Washington

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

16%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Securing a $100M Series A funding round indicates strong investor confidence and provides significant capital for growth and innovation.
  • Partnerships with prominent real estate groups like Utah Life Real Estate Group and Live Love Homes expand Place.com's market reach and service capabilities.
  • The appointment of high-performance coach Brendon Burchard as Chief Growth Advisor suggests a strong focus on agent development and business growth.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive real estate market requires continuous innovation to maintain a technological edge and client satisfaction.
  • Dependence on top-tier agents means that any decline in agent performance or satisfaction could directly impact the company's success.

What makes PLACE unique

  • Place.com integrates cutting-edge technology with a comprehensive suite of real estate services, setting it apart from traditional brokerages.
  • The pre-coaching consultation service is a unique offering that provides personalized guidance to clients, enhancing their buying or selling experience.
  • By partnering with top-tier agents and focusing on high-quality service, Place.com ensures clients achieve the best possible outcomes in their real estate transactions.

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