Account Manager, Finance

Next Street is seeking an entrepreneurial and dynamic candidate to serve as the Account Manager of their NYC Lower Manhattan Business Solution Center. This role involves supporting the financing team in connecting small businesses in NYC to affordable funding solutions. The Account Manager will deliver services to small businesses, make strategic recommendations, and serve as a trusted advisor. They will also be responsible for business development and marketing efforts to attract and retain clients and partners. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Next Street's mission of helping small businesses overcome barriers and thrive.

Deliver the NYC Business Solutions set services to small businesses to ensure the team is regularly exceeding goals set by the New York City Department of Small Business Services and Next Street leadership

Collaborate with senior team members to present and make strategic recommendations to small businesses regarding their financial standing

Serve as a trusted advisor for entrepreneurs by using best practices to uncover needs, make recommendations for support, and connect to relevant small business services, resources, and tools

Respond to all customer inquiries in a timely and appropriate manner, in accordance with quality assurance best practices and Center standards

Use a relationship-driven approach to maintaining long-term relationships with high potential, scaling small business clients

Facilitate and present webinars to provide entrepreneurs with relevant training and resources

Attend morning, evening, and weekend events, as necessary, in the interest of strengthening partnerships and business development efforts

Ensure prompt data entry after service delivery & continuously manage for consistent and reliable data

Have the ability to find and know about the different business resources (either state, city, or other partner resources) that are made available to entrepreneurs

Drive business development and marketing efforts to attract and retain clients and partners

Cultivate relationships with stakeholders to support the growth and success of the NYC Lower Manhattan Business Solution Center

• Fundamental understanding of financial principles and accounting practices
• Strong analytical ability to assess financial data, interpret trends, and draw meaningful conclusions
• 1-2 years of experience working with tax returns, analyzing business finances, or building financial projections
• Desire to support the team and take entrepreneurial initiative
• Commitment to developing unique leadership style and cultivating ability to lead others and shape an organization

• Competitive salaries
• Generous benefits packages (including 401k and paid parental leave)
• 20 days of paid time off annually, including federal holidays and volunteer days
• Mentorship and sponsorship from the senior team
• Annual professional development stipend
• Social events and perks
• Equitable and transparent compensation approach
• Starting salary range of $66,600 - $73,500 for Account Manager positions
• Opportunity to participate in Next Street's discretionary incentive program
• Equal opportunity employer