Business Development Director, Accounting & Finance

Korn Ferry•Dallas, TX

19h

About The Position

Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. 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. Our 10,000 colleagues serve clients in more than 50 countries . We offer five core solutions: Organizational Strategy Assessment and Succession Talent Acquisition Leadership Development Total Rewards Job opportunity is in the Dallas market (offices are downtown or in Addison) to attend meetings as needed. This role requires strong business development with prospecting, pitching and closing interim F&A interim leadership roles to your F&A network and bringing in new logos to the firm for interim opportunities. It’s a great way to leverage your Finance & Accounting network to provide interim solutions. There will also be a lot of collaboration with our Professional and Executive Search teams pitching interim opportunities to existing stakeholders. OPPORTUNITY TO ENHANCE YOUR CAREER - It’s about exceeding your potential. As a Managing Consultant in our Interim F&A Practice focusing on business development within the F&A COE, you will have a significant impact on the lives of our consultants and clients by connecting the right people to the right work. You will do this by building deep, meaningful relationships with senior business leaders. You will leverage your experience to act as a trusted advisor, help clients solve complex problems and align meaningful work that expands our consultants’ careers. This role offers a lucrative opportunity directly tied to personal revenue growth while working within a collaborative, dynamic team.

Requirements

Minimum of 8+ years’ experience in accounting or finance that may be looking to stay connected with F&A leaders but transition your career to a business development role.
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.
Bachelor’s degree is required

Nice To Haves

Additional experience in a sales environment is preferred but we will train F&A professionals that are wanting to shift into selling F&A interim solutions to corporations in the Minneapolis market.
A proven track record in leadership, sales, and recruiting in the local marketplace is a plus.
MBA, CPA or equivalent strongly preferred

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.