Business Development Associate

Job TitleBusiness Development AssociateJob DescriptionThe role Cox Consulting Network (CCN) connects expert-level finance and accounting talent with PE-backed, mid-market companies through project, fractional, and interim engagements. We're hiring a Business Development Associate to support our Austin Market Leader in the development of the Austin market. This is a strong fit for someone with a few years of experience in public accounting or finance who wants to put their networking and communication skills to work in a client-facing, sales-oriented career, rather than staying on a traditional accounting track. You'll start by learning our clients, our CRM, and how we communicate with the market. As you demonstrate results, you'll take on direct ownership of accounts and become eligible to participate in the CCN Sales Compensation Plan with uncapped commission potential.What you'll doClient Success and Business DevelopmentBuild relationship intelligence across prospects, portfolio companies, former clients, and consulting candidatesGrow CCN's presence within client organizations across the broader finance and accounting teamOwn customer success conversations with clients, progressing to full account ownershipTrack referral sources and flag follow-ups as they come dueKeep CRM data accurate and current in Zoho: contacts, opportunities, activity logs, pipeline stage, next stepsSupport interview scheduling and internal BD relationship trackingHelp create the client and consultant experiences that set CCN apart, from executive happy hours to milestone celebrationsGrowth pathThis role begins with a defined runway: building fluency in our accounts and systems, then taking on direct account ownership as you hit performance milestones. A senior team member stays involved as a mentor through that transition, and CRM, research, and pipeline responsibilities remain part of the role as it grows.RequirementsWhat we're looking forBachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, with a few years of experience in public accounting, finance, or a similar F&A environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsHigh attention to detail and organizational discipline, particularly around CRM dataConfidence leading client conversationsBased in Austin, TX; remote-flexible, with local presence expected for events and in-person touchpointsBenefitsCompensation & benefitsBase salary: $75,000, commensurate with experience. Full benefits package including competitive medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), and flexible time off.About Cox Consulting NetworkCox Consulting Network was founded in 2018 by Andy Cox to do things differently in finance and accounting consulting: a firm built by consultants, for consultants, where clients get real solutions and work-life balance is more than a talking point. We're headquartered in Austin with a presence in Houston, and we connect talent and clients nationwide. As a privately owned company, we share profits and savings directly with our consultants and clients instead of answering to outside investors. Mission comes before margin here, and transparency along with honest communication is how we build relationships that last.