Business Development Manager, Accounting & Finance

Job Description
GHJ is looking for a
Business Development Manager
WHY we get up in the morning
At GHJ we help our people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, and create a better future. We believe that collaboration is the foundation for success. We work as a business advocate for our clients – providing personalized service and building long-term relationships to help position our clients for the future. We are deeply committed to our core values of Bright Minds, Brave Hearts and Bold Actions and incorporate them into every aspect of our business.

By living these values, we are able to meet our strategic objectives of Remaining Fiercely Independent (financial success), Meeting client demands/needs (client success), Reinforcing and expanding cultural distinction (people success). GHJ Search and Staffing is the recruitment division of GHJ, a national accounting and advisory firm. Our Search and Staffing team specializes in linking proficient accounting and finance professionals with temporary, interim, and direct-hire positions across a wide range of industries.

With the support of the Global Advisory and Accounting Network, we have the essential resources to grasp client needs, attract top-tier talent, and effectively evaluate candidate potential. The Business Development Manager holds a pivotal role in establishing and nurturing relationships with key decision-makers such as CFOs, CEOs, Controllers, COOs, and HR leaders within the middle market sector. Our expertise spans industries including Food and Beverage, Manufacturing and Distribution, Media and Advertising, Entertainment, Nonprofits, Private Equity, and Real Estate.

The focus is on raising awareness, generating leads for our search and staffing services, and promoting our firm offerings across Audit, Tax, and Advisory service lines. Responsibilities entail researching and calling potential clients, penetrate new markets, and building and maintaining client relationships. The Business Development Manager actively engages in external sales activities like client meetings, prospecting, and networking events regularly.

Through close collaboration with our Recruiters and service line leaders, the Business Development Manager ensures that each client's distinct needs are met with precision and efficiency.

Schedule and attend client meetings to generate new business and expand current business
Represent GHJ Search & Staffing in a professional and positive manner in all interactions, including networking events and other activities outside of normal business hours
Four-year degree or equivalent sales/business development/recruiting experience
Flexible PTO
~ Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, FSA
~ Gym and Phone Allowance
~ Seasonal parties and events
Ranked as a top 20 largest accounting firm on the Los Angeles Business Journal’s Book of Lists, the firm has 24 partners and approximately 200 staff members that serve over 3,000 clients.

Our firm is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the AICPA Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC), Public Company Accounting Oversite Board (PCAOB), the California Society of CPAs and the California Association of Nonprofits (CAN). We are also an independent member of HLB International, a worldwide organization of over 250 member professional accounting firms and business advisors.

This affiliation gives us access to the subject matter experts of other member firms and provides consulting and professional services in over 158 countries through its nearly 800 offices worldwide. GHJ complies with all local/state regulations in regards to displaying salary ranges. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, ranges, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g.

In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including Department Heads and co-workers.
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