--- title: 'Account Executive at Cents' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/account-executive-cents-united-states-3srm47qpk06n' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-16' --- # Account Executive at Cents - **Company:** Cents - **Location:** United States - **Compensation:** $75k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-09-09 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-16 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/cents/a409a3ed-0f87-4f53-92ec-26ca5b1d92d7 ## Job description Cents is changing the laundry industry forever, and if you’re passionate about working in tech for a true industry disrupter..we want you on our team!   We are the leading all-in-one business management system for laundromats and dry cleaners.  With Cents, owners utilize software and hardware proven to help save money, transform operations, and drive additional revenue. As a Territory Sales Account Executive, you will be part of a growing team that is changing the way the laundry industry thrives.  In this role, you will be full cycle AE prospecting for new business, building relationships, leveraging partnerships, and calling on inbound leads to close business. This is a field sales opportunity based out of your personal home office living in the same territory that you will be working. Responsibilities: Owning your territory and generating a list of prospective customers and managing the full cycle from initial call to close Doing a deep discovery to tailor your demo to suit the needs of your buyer Work cross functionally with other team members to ensure we are turning customers into territory advocates Leveraging Salesforce & other tech stacks to manage all pipeline activities Work local events & trade shows in your market to leverage partnerships ## Qualifications 1+ years of experience in a sourcing or closing sales role, laundry operations, or a relatable field and industry Proven track record of success in meeting & exceeding goals Strong communication, organizational and presentation skills with the ability to sell and negotiate at all decision-making levels Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Driven, self-motivated, curious, creative, & flexible Experience with google & salesforce is preferred but not required Prior experience with POS/payments is a nice to have There’s a laundry list of reasons we love working at Cents!  We are a remote-first company that invests in our people.   We offer great compensation packages, comprehensive health benefits, & a strong, cohesive team atmosphere.  Not to mention, unlimited PTO! Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion, We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunities to excel. ## About the Role As an Account Executive at Cents, you're the engine behind new business growth. You own the full sales cycle — from the first demo to a signed deal — for laundromat and dry cleaning operators across the country. You'll work BDR/SDR-generated leads, direct booked opportunities, self-sourced pipeline, and CS round-robin leads to close deals that genuinely change how operators run their businesses. Your earning potential is limited only by your hustle — in a market where Cents is the undisputed leader. - NYC candidates preferred ## Responsibilities - Run the full sales cycle: demo, follow-up, negotiation, close. - Work all lead sources: BDR/SDR-generated demos, direct booked opportunities, CS round-robin leads, and self-sourced outbound. - Make an intro call before every demo — no exceptions. - Apply the T.A.O.M. framework (Time, Agenda, Outcome, Mutually Agreed) on every call. - Schedule alignment calls during the sales process; set go-live expectations of 2–4 weeks. - Pitch the full Cents product suite with bundled pricing as the primary close lever. - Build and maintain a healthy pipeline; target 100+ outbound calls per week. - Keep Salesforce fully notated before every handoff; follow billing date and BRF submission rules. - Route all inbound LW/MOOPS opportunities through the distributor team workflow. - Help refine the Sales Bible — document winning tactics to help the next generation of AEs succeed. ## What We're Looking For - Hunter Mentality: Proven track record running end-to-end sales cycles. You build your own book of business. - Fearless Prospector: Cold outreach isn't just a task — it's a core skill. You make the calls and send the emails. - Master of the Close: Skilled in deep discovery, needs analysis, and navigating price negotiations to get deals over the line. - Pipeline Discipline: You build it, work it, close it. No hyper-fixating on a handful of accounts. - Salesforce Hygiene: Non-negotiable — accurate stages, clean notes, no guesswork on handoff. - Consultative Seller: You lead with operator pain points, not feature lists. - Relentless & Coachable: High-drive, optimistic, and hungry for feedback because you know it sharpens your edge. ## Qualifications - 2+ years in a sales role (SaaS preferred). - Creative, persistent, and passionate about sales with a dynamic personality. - Comfortable working in a fast-scaling startup environment — you adapt quickly and thrive in ambiguity. - Tech-savvy; navigates sales tools and internal platforms quickly. - Experience with Salesforce, Dialpad, and Gong preferred. - Outside or field sales experience a plus; prior POS/payments experience is nice to have. Tools You'll Use Salesforce · Gong · Dialpad · Chili Piper · Google Sheets · Claude · Slack ## About Cents Cents is a New York-based technology company building the leading platform for the $40+ billion laundry and dry cleaning industry, helping laundromats, dry cleaners, and garment care businesses start, manage, and grow. We're backed by top-tier investors including Bessemer, Camber Creek, and Sumeru Equity Partners, and we were just ranked No. 101 on the Inc 5000 for 2026. Our team is full of passionate technology experts obsessed with supporting and empowering small business owners, and we're just getting started. If you want to help elevate an entire industry, this is where that happens. ## Benefits Overview We offer great compensation packages, and comprehensive health benefits, & believe in a strong cohesive team atmosphere. Our laundry stipend, gym stipend and access to learning opportunities from our team and network of advisors, and investors are just the starting point! Equity Options Unlimited PTO and 12 Paid Holidays Gym, Laundry and Work-from-home/Commuter stipend Parental leave – Up to 14 weeks fully paid for new parents Health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, mental health support, parental leave, life and AD&D insurance, and disability 401(k) Cents is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, arrest or conviction record, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. ## About Cents ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Cents provides an all-in-one business management platform for laundromats, dry cleaners, and multi-family laundry operators, covering point-of-sale, payments, online ordering, inventory, and more. - **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held) – Series C funded (2026) - **Headquarters**: New York, NY, USA - **Founded**: 2019 - **Founders**: Alexander Jekowsky (Co-Founder & CEO) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Laundry technology / business management software for the garment care industry. - **Target customers**: B2B – laundromat owners, dry cleaners, wash-and-fold businesses, and multi-family/residential laundry operators. - **Mission statement**: “Cents was founded on the idea that laundry should be easy so we can all spend more time doing the things we love.” ## Products & Services - **Cents Platform**: All-in-one SaaS solution including Point of Sale, Machine Payment Systems, Online Ordering, Inventory Tracking, Team Management, Reporting & Finances, Pickup & Delivery, Memberships, Marketing Tools, Websites, Commercial Invoicing, and Insurance. - **AI Receptionist**: AI-powered virtual assistant for handling customer inquiries and orders. - **Laundroworks**: Integrated card payment system (acquired in 2024) for on-machine payments. - **Integrated Payments**: Built-in payment processing for laundromats. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed - **Key Metric**: Total Funding – USD $217.9 million (as of 2026) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Bessemer Venture Partners (seed lead), Tiger Global Management (Series A lead), Sumeru Equity Partners (Series C lead) - **Growth Signals**: - 79 employees (+23.1% YoY as of 2026) - Acquired Starchup (2022) and Laundroworks (2024) - Raised $140M Series C in 2026 – described as “the largest investment in laundry technology history” - Expanding across functions (engineering, product, business development) ## Competitive Advantages - Deep vertical expertise – the team has extensive knowledge of the laundromat business (COO notes “everyone has a really deep understanding of every part of the laundromat businesses we’re trying to serve”) - Comprehensive, all-in-one platform that replaces multiple legacy systems - Integrated payments and AI receptionist differentiate from competitors - Career page claims “no real competition” in modern software for the industry - Recent acquisitions expand functionality and market reach ## Strategic Focus - Continue to support SMBs in the garment care industry with ever-improving product features - Grow the team aggressively across sales, engineering, and product - Expand into new geographies and segments (multi-family, residential) - Leverage largest funding round in laundry tech to accelerate product development and market share ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Strong cohesive team atmosphere with virtual team events and learning opportunities. Emphasis on integrity, grit, and passion over credentials. - **Work flexibility**: Hybrid remote model – HQ in NYC (200 Varick St), with roles in Austin, TX. Remote-friendly with WFH and commuter stipends. - **Benefits**: Unlimited PTO + paid holidays, comprehensive medical/dental/vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, equity, 401(k), life/disability insurance, laundry reimbursements (dogfood your own product), vendor discounts, training and development programming. - **Engineering culture**: Deep understanding of the industry, in-person time with distributors during show seasons, and a focus on building modern software for a traditionally underserved market. - **Reviews**: 4.8/5 on LinkedIn (19 reviews) – Work-Life 4.7, Compensation 4.8, Culture 5.0, Career 4.9. ## Sources 1. [LinkedIn Company Page](https://linkedin.com/company/trycents) 2. [4dayweek.io – Cents Profile](https://4dayweek.io/company/cents) 3. [Cents Careers Page (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/cents) 4. [trycents.com Careers](https://www.trycents.com/careers) 5. 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