Business Development Director, Accounting & Finance

About the role

Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We help clients synchronize strategy and talent to drive superior performance. We work with organizations to design their structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people to bring their strategy to life. And we advise them on how to reward, develop, and motivate their people.

Responsibilities

• Opportunity to build a specific book of business selling and closing interim business with F&A leaders.
• Drive business development efforts to align with the vision and overall objectives of the firm.
• Ensure all current and prospective clients understand and comprehend the overall mission of Korn Ferry.
• Interview, source and represent current and prospective consultants in opportunities that will continue to enhance their career objectives.
• Responsible for consistently meeting and exceeding sales goals and objectives for Korn Ferry.
• Accountable for driving the business in a direction that ensures financial targets are met or exceeded on a consistent basis.
• Project-oriented, analytical thinker open to communicating new ideas and strategies.
• Work in a team-oriented environment while still acting in an independent leadership capacity.
• Collaborate as a team with other Managing Consultants working for our affiliate business lines to create brand awareness and growth potential.
• Join professional networking organizations to represent Korn Ferry to the community.
• Identify opportunities to join a Board or a cause that you are passionate about.
• Exude leadership and professionalism at all times and in all situations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10+ years’ experience in accounting or finance.
• Additional experience in a sales environment is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees of all levels within the organization, as well as with clients and the public; become a public representative and face of Korn Ferry.
• Ability to work with a dynamic team of seasoned professionals in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and incorporating fun into the team culture.

Qualifications

• A proven track record in leadership, sales, and recruiting in the local marketplace is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree is required; MBA, CPA or equivalent strongly preferred.

Skills

• Strong business development skills with prospecting, pitching and closing interim F&A interim leadership roles.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with flexibility in scheduling.
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.

Benefits

• Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment).
• Critical Illness, Accident Injury, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance.
• Tax Deferred Savings plan 401(k).
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Total of 15 days vacation annually plus paid time off for 16 company holidays.
• Sick time accrual starting on the first date of employment at the rate of 3.33 hours per pay period for an annualized maximum of 80 hours.

Pay

$145,000.00 - $175,000.00

Schedule

Hybrid role with occasional in-person meetings in Century City.