Client Relationship Leader

About the role

CLA is looking to hire a Client Relationship Leader for our growing CAAS practice. CAAS provides customized accounting support on an interim and project basis for our clients – public, private and nonprofits ranging from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies.

Responsibilities

• Expand existing client relationships as well as build your network to develop new relationships in the community.
• Work closely with the Managing Principal and Outsourcing Client Service Team to drive business and service offerings.
• Recognize opportunities, problem solve and close business, especially at strategically targeted accounts.
• Implement a sales strategy for new account prospects, prepare client presentations, and attend local and regional networking events representing CLA.
• Effectively project manage ongoing engagements to meet client needs.
• Maintain business development targets and sales activities in CRM.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of work experience, including Big Four Audit Manager or other public accounting as well as industry experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field required.
• CPA certification is preferred but not required.
• A client services delivery orientation, relationship building experience, and drive to participate in business development initiatives.
• Exceptional interpersonal and the ability to gain the confidence and respect of senior executives and team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of work experience, including Big Four Audit Manager or other public accounting as well as industry experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field required.
• CPA certification is preferred but not required.
• A client services delivery orientation, relationship building experience, and drive to participate in business development initiatives.
• Exceptional interpersonal and the ability to gain the confidence and respect of senior executives and team members.

Skills

• Client services delivery orientation.
• Relationship building experience.
• Drive to participate in business development initiatives.
• Interpersonal and gaining the confidence and respect of senior executives and team members.

Benefits

Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)

Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Mental health coverage

Fertility benefits

Pay

The compensation range for this position in Virginia is: $200,000 – $302,000.

Schedule

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