Business Development Manager with Leadership Track
CFS
Atlanta, GA
Business Development / Account Manager with Leadership Track
Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) is seeking a Business Development Manager with the drive not only to produce, but to operate like a future leader—someone who brings strategic thinking, strong client presence, and the ambition to help shape the growth of our market.
This role is ideal for a high-performing sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has the potential (and interest!) to lead by example, mentor others, and grow into a leadership role.
About the Role
This is a client-facing sales and relationship development role with added emphasis on:
- Strategic market development – identifying growth opportunities and influencing local sales strategy
- Leading by example – setting standards for prospecting, client engagement, and partnership building
- Cross-team collaboration – partnering closely with recruiters and leadership to improve outcomes across the branch
- Potential mentorship – supporting junior staff, sharing best practices, and contributing to a high-performing team culture
You’ll still manage the entire sales cycle—prospecting, establishing new accounts, and maintaining long-term relationships—while also having the opportunity to take on higher-level responsibilities aligned with leadership development.
About CFS
- 100% employee-owned – all employees participate in long-term wealth-building via ESOP
- Industry-recognized with multiple national awards, including:
- Top Workplaces USA 2023, 2024, 2025
- Best Practice Institute “Most Loved Workplace”
- SIA “Best Staffing Firms to Work For”
- Recognitions from Newsweek, Forbes, FlexJobs, and more
- Strong emphasis on training, development, and upward mobility
- History of promoting from within into branch and divisional leadership
- A national footprint with a close-knit, people-first culture
Who Thrives Here
We're looking for someone who is not just a producer, but a natural influencer who others gravitate toward.
The ideal candidate has:
- 2+ years of sales success
- The mindset of an “owner” — someone who runs their desk like a business
- Strong executive presence: confident, effective communication at all organizational levels
- A proactive, “pick up the phone and make it happen” approach
- Competitive drive paired with emotional intelligence
- A team-first mentality and desire to support, mentor, or guide others
- Growth mindset and interest in future leadership opportunities
Benefits & Perks
- Salary + uncapped commission
- ESOP = long-term equity and wealth-building
- 401k + match
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- FSA, Dependent Care, commuter benefits
- 4 weeks PTO + holidays
- Hybrid flexibility
- Career paths that genuinely support advancement into leadership roles
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MaxSalary: USD100000
MinSalary: USD60000
About the Company
CFS
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.