Armanino

Senior Account Executive

Armanino$100K — $118K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years in sales, account management, or client relationship management, preferably in professional services.
  • Proven ability to build relationships with C-level executives and key stakeholders.
  • Successful at identifying and closing client expansion and new business opportunities.
  • Strong consultative selling, relationship-building, and account management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with executive presence.
  • Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple client relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage trusted client relationships throughout the lifecycle.
  • Serve as the primary owner and contact for a portfolio of 150 client accounts.
  • Identify client needs and collaborates to maximize client value.
  • Lead and facilitate strategic discussions with clients and stakeholders.
  • Support the execution of statements of work, renewals, and change orders.
  • Manage client escalations efficiently and professionally.
  • Maintain clear communication and account organization.
  • Identify and close growth opportunities within the client portfolio.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous PTO plan and paid sick time.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • 401K with Profit Sharing.
  • Wellness program.
  • Generous parental leave.
  • 11 paid holidays.
Full Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Develop & Manage Client Relationships

  • Establish, cultivate, and maintain trusted client relationships throughout the client lifecycle, driving satisfaction, retention, and growth.

  • Manage a portfolio of approximately 150 client accounts, serving as the primary relationship owner and point of contact.

  • Proactively identify client needs, business objectives, and growth opportunities, collaborating across service lines to maximize client value.

  • Partner with project teams, solution architects, consultants, and service delivery leaders to ensure successful outcomes and a seamless client experience.

  • Lead client meetings and strategic discussions involving clients, vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

  • Support the development, negotiation, and execution of statements of work, renewals, and change orders.

  • Manage client escalations with urgency and professionalism, coordinating resources to drive timely resolution.

  • Maintain clear, proactive, and consistent communication, follow-up, and account organization.

Drive Client Expansion & New Business

  • Identify, develop, and close growth opportunities within the client portfolio by aligning Armanino's services and solutions to evolving client needs.

  • Drive cross-sell and expansion opportunities through proactive outreach, account planning, and collaboration across service lines.

  • Maintain an active pipeline, accurately track sales activities, and provide regular forecasting and reporting.

  • Collaborate with subject matter experts and practice leaders to position solutions, develop proposals, and advance opportunities through the sales cycle.

  • Represent Armanino at conferences, trade shows, seminars, sponsorship events, and networking activities to strengthen relationships and identify prospective opportunities.

Manage Renewals & Recurring Revenue

  • Lead renewals for software subscriptions, managed services, and recurring service contracts, ensuring timely execution, client retention, and a seamless experience.

  • Manage add-ons, service adoption, and other account expansion activities to maximize recurring revenue and account value.

  • Proactively identify renewal risks and growth opportunities and maintain accurate renewal and growth pipelines.

  • Partner with vendors and internal teams to resolve licensing, pricing, billing, order processing, and contract-related issues.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

  • Minimum of 3 years of sales, account management, or client relationship management experience, preferably within a professional services environment.

  • Proven ability to develop and leverage relationships with C-level executives and other key client stakeholders.

  • Demonstrated success identifying and closing client expansion, cross-sell, or new business opportunities.

  • Strong consultative selling, account management, and relationship-building skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong executive presence.

  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple client relationships, priorities, and deadlines.

  • Self-directed, proactive, and results-oriented, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

  • Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with individuals across a wide range of roles, personalities, and organizational levels.

  • Ability to succeed in a high-performance, client-focused, and deadline-driven environment.

  • Proficiency with CRM and sales tools, with a demonstrated ability to maintain accurate and timely client, opportunity, and activity data.

Certain states require us to disclose the pay range and benefits summary for job openings. For Colorado residents, the compensation range for this position: $91,600 - $107,800. For Washington residents, Illinois residents, New York residents, and Southern California residents, the compensation range for this position: $100,800 - $118,600. For Northern California residents, the compensation range for this position: $105,400 - $124,000. Compensation may vary based on skills, role, and location. Eligible employees at certain levels can participate in a discretionary long-term financial incentive plan, subject to plan participation rules.

  

Armanino has a robust offering of benefits, including: 

  • Medical, dental, vision

  • Generous PTO plan and paid sick time

  • Flexible work arrangements

  • 401K with Profit Sharing

  • Wellness program

  • Generous parental leave

  • 11 paid holidays

About Armanino

Armanino is one of the largest independent accounting and business consulting firms in the United States, with offices in California, Texas, and Illinois. The firm provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries, including audit and assurance, tax planning and compliance, business consulting, and technology consulting. Armanino is committed to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to help clients achieve their goals and succeed in today's rapidly changing business environment.
Learn more about Armanino
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Founded
1953

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