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Account Executive (Founding)

Huxley Banking & Financial Services

Account Executive (Founding AE) | San FranciscoAbout the CompanyWe are partnered with a high-growth, AI-native fintech company reinventing how businesses manage global payroll, payments, and benefits. The platform helps finance teams streamline Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), payroll, and cross-border payments through automation and deeply embedded AI capabilities.This is a unique opportunity to join as a Founding Account Executive in San Francisco and help establish the company's West Coast presence. You'll own the entire sales cycle, drive new logo acquisition, and play a critical role in scaling revenue during a pivotal stage of growth.If you thrive in a startup environment, love building pipeline from scratch, and enjoy selling strategic solutions to finance executives, we'd love to speak with you.ResponsibilitiesOwn the full sales cycle from prospecting through closeGenerate and build pipeline through outbound prospecting effortsDrive new logo acquisition within your territorySell a suite of AI-powered payroll and payments solutionsEngage directly with CFOs, Controllers, Finance Leaders, and Treasury teamsConduct discovery, solution presentations, negotiations, and contract executionPartner with leadership to provide market feedback and refine go-to-market strategyDevelop expertise across multiple product offerings within the platformConsistently meet or exceed revenue targetsQualifications3-5 years of closing experience in: Payroll technologyGlobal payroll solutionsPEO solutionsHR Tech or related FinTech environmentsProven track record of quota attainmentStrong new-business hunting experienceStartup or high-growth company experience preferredStrong ownership mentality and self-motivationExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsWhy Join?Founding AE opportunity with significant visibilityBuild and own the San Francisco marketCompany experiencing exceptional growth and momentumOpportunity to grow into Enterprise Sales responsibilitiesDirect exposure to executive leadership and foundersJoin a business transforming a massive global payroll and payments marketCompensation & BenefitsBase Salary: $140,000 - $150,000OTE: $300,000+Commission Structure: 50/50 splitQuarterly commission payoutsUncapped earning potentialLocationð San Francisco, CAFinancial District officeCurrently 5 days per week onsiteEOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.To find out more about Huxley, please visit

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