Business Development - Accounting Firm

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$120,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

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Are you an experienced accounting or consulting professional who thrives on building meaningful business relationships? A top-tier national firm is seeking a high-performing Business Development leader to join its team. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your background in professional services while pivoting into a client-facing, sales-focused career path with long-term leadership potential.

You’ll advise senior finance executives at major companies, deepen strategic partnerships, and help deliver high-value solutions — all while receiving world-class training, mentorship, and support.

Responsibilities

• Build, grow, and manage trusted relationships with finance and accounting executives at large companies
• Identify and develop new business opportunities using a consultative, relationship-first approach
• Partner with internal teams to align client needs with talent and service solutions
• Participate in a robust sales and leadership development program
• Lead or support client meetings, needs assessments, and resource deployment efforts
• Help facilitate performance conversations, ensure client satisfaction, and support consultant success
• Contribute to recruiting, mentoring, and internal market initiatives
• Attend business development events, client dinners, and networking engagements regularly

Qualifications

• 5+ years at a Big 4 or national/regional accounting, consulting, or advisory firm (e.g., Grant Thornton, RSM, BDO, etc.)
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Genuine interest in business development and leadership
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with high emotional intelligence
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a high-performance, fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel for occasional national trainings/meetings
• Competitive base salary + performance-based incentive compensation
• Direct path toward senior leadership with full mentorship and training
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing opportunities
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and well-being allowances
• Unique career development programs focused on personal and professional growth

If you're looking for a dynamic, high-impact role where you can grow your network, stretch your leadership skills, and be part of a purpose-driven organization — we’d love to hear from you.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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