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UHY-US

Business Development Director

UHY-US, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146

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Business Development (BD) Director – Director The Business Development (BD) Director is responsible for driving growth across UHY’s national service lines by expanding the firm’s footprint in local markets and promoting cross‑selling opportunities within key practice areas. This role leads all aspects of the sales process, including segmented prospect targeting, identifying opportunities for service line integration, supporting partners in solution development, assembling pursuit teams, and managing the process from initial contact through to closing and contract finalization. The BD Director is expected to build and maintain a strong sales pipeline, deliver strategic presentations and proposals, and collaborate across teams to convert opportunities into new business.

In addition to direct sales responsibilities, the BD Director works closely with firm leadership to co‑lead growth efforts through proactive prospecting, relationship‑building, and active participation in industry and professional associations. This position requires a strategic, client‑focused individual who excels at developing relationships, navigating complex business environments, and managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced setting.

Responsibilities

Increase UHY’s market presence and collaborate with leadership for a cohesive go‑to‑market strategy

Generate and qualify new business opportunities with prospective clients

Support Partners, Principals, and Directors in cross‑selling additional services to existing clients

Identify marketing and business development initiatives to drive cross‑selling and key account growth

Collaborate across teams to understand firm offerings and align them with ideal client profiles

Execute the sales process, coordinating internal and external resources to best position the firm

Leverage networking contacts, professional affiliations, industry groups, and Centers of Influence

Assist in preparing sales materials, proposals, and prospect communications

Document business development activities in Salesforce and maintain a qualified pipeline

Provide ongoing market insights to National Sales Organization management

Preferred Network Strengths

Strong connections with C‑Suite executives and decision‑makers

Experience working with FP&A professionals and financial strategists

Active involvement in industry organizations and professional associations

Engagement with CFOs, Controllers, and Business Owners to drive business opportunities

Understanding of and experience working with Middle Market Companies

Required education and experience

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, marketing or equivalent experience

10+ years of professional services sales experience

Understands the business issues associated with accounting and/or professional services, strong ability to uncover needs and develop solutions to client issues

Ability to establish and cultivate long‑term effective relationships with internal and external relationships

Must be motivated and self‑disciplined; must possess strong time management skills

Demonstrate strong communication, presentation, analytical and organizational skills

Prior success meeting and/or exceeding annual sales target

Experience leveraging a CRM tool for report generation and sales tracking

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint) and Salesforce software

Preferred education and experience

Master’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, marketing or equivalent experience

Prior success consultative selling for a consulting or accounting firm

Experience in professional service environment, such as a CPA firm, financial consulting firm, or similar setting

Prior FP&A experience either with software or service

Other duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Who We Are UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. We are trailblazers who bring our experience from working within numerous industries to our clients so that we can provide them with a 360‑degree view of their businesses. Together with our clients, UHY works collaboratively to develop flexible, innovative solutions that meet our clients’ business challenges. As an independent member of UHY International, we are proud to be a part of a top 20 international network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

What We Offer POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

Attractive Compensation Packages Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

Seniority level Director

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Accounting

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