Account Executive

Why This Role Matters

Every role at Kinective exists to move the needle for our clients, partners, and the financial institutions we serve. As the Account Executive, you’ll be responsible for fueling our growth by landing net-new logos - selling Kinective’s technology solutions to banks and credit unions.

You’ll engage C-suite executives, understand their business objectives, and serve as a trusted guide in aligning our solutions to real operational and strategic needs.

What You’ll Own

• Strategic Sales: Own net-new customer acquisition through proactive outbound prospecting and strategic selling to banks and credit unions
• Identify and engage key decision-makers, tailoring messaging to relevant personas and business priorities
• Lead discovery, solution alignment, negotiation, and close—driving deals to completion with strong pipeline discipline
• Partnership Development: Collaborate with the partnerships team to leverage strategic partners and inbound referral leads to generate new opportunities and close business
• Expand the client base by maximizing partner referrals and building new partner-driven entry points within the industry

How We’ll Measure Success

• Consistent pipeline creation through outbound prospecting and partner-sourced opportunities
• Net-new logo acquisition and strong conversion from discovery ? proposal ? close
• Effective C-suite engagement that builds trust and positions Kinective as a strategic partner
• Strong collaboration with Partnerships and Marketing to scale reach and drive sustained growth

Necessary Qualifications & Competencies

• 3+ years experience as a Sales Account Executive or similar role
• 2+ years experience selling software or technology solutions
• Banking industry sales experience - selling to bank and credit union executives (preferred)
• Proven ability to prospect, build pipeline, and consistently meet/exceed goals
• Strong executive presence: comfortable learning complex products quickly and communicating with true C-suite stakeholders
• Clear record of success and ability to articulate wins with credibility and specifics

Pay, Benefits & Total Rewards

• $75,000 base salary + uncapped commissions & accelerators (Expected OTE: ~$130k - $150k)
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescriptions, life & disability)
• Flexible PTO, 11 company holidays, and generous parental and caregiver leave
• An immediately vested 401(k) with company contributions
• Wellness resources and professional development opportunities