Business Development Director page is loadedBusiness Development DirectorApply locations Sterling Heights, MI Farmington Hills, MI time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JR101172 JOB SUMMARY 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.
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
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. JOB DESCRIPTION
Business Development & Strategic Growth
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
Supervisory responsibilities
N/A
Work environment
Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions
Physical demands
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time
Travel required
Travel required (local and overnight)
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.
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.
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