Founding Account Executive

talentpluto

$90K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of closing experience in sales
  • Strong communication skills with a professional demeanor
  • Demonstrated drive and self-motivation
  • Ambitious mindset aiming for leadership roles
  • Bonus: background in finance or experience selling to finance/accounting leaders

Responsibilities

  • Own the full sales cycle from lead generation to closing
  • Focus on taking sales calls and closing deals
  • Nurture sales pipeline and manage top-of-funnel activities
  • Drive upselling initiatives with existing clients
  • Communicate effectively with finance and accounting leaders
  • Collaborate closely with the founder and product team
  • Contribute to building the sales strategy from scratch

Benefits

  • Remote work opportunity
  • Chance to shape and influence sales strategies
  • High-ownership role with growth potential
  • Direct mentorship from the company's founder
  • Opportunity to work with finance and accounting leaders
Full Job Description
Location: Remote (United States)

Work Model: Remote

Industry: AI / Fintech Go-to-Market Software

Compensation: $90K base, $180K-$200K OTE (50/50 split)
The Opportunity

As the Founding Account Executive, you will own the full sales cycle, from working inbound leads through to close. The role is primarily about taking sales calls and closing deals, with some top-of-funnel work and upselling. You will report directly to the founder and play a defining role in shaping how the company sells.

This is a high-ownership seat for someone hungry and ambitious who wants to grow into a leader as the organization scales. You will be selling to finance and accounting leaders, so polish, sharpness, and the ability to speak credibly with that audience matter.
Responsibilities
  • Own the full sales cycle from inbound lead to close
  • Take sales calls and close deals as the primary day-to-day focus
  • Nurture pipeline, handle some top-of-funnel, and drive upsells
  • Communicate credibly and intelligently with finance and accounting leaders
  • Partner closely with the founder and platform team
  • Help build the sales motion from the ground up
Requirements
  • At least 1 year of closing experience
  • Strong communication skills and a sharp, professional presence
  • Hungry, driven, and motivated to do whatever it takes
  • Clear ambition to grow into a leadership role
  • Bonus: finance degree or background, experience selling to finance/accounting leaders (e.g., fintech), startup background, or a senior SDR ready to step into closing

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