Career Change to Sales - Account Management

Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) in Minneapolis is a dynamic and employee-focused staffing firm specializing in temporary staffing and executive search services specifically tailored for accounting and finance sectors. As a 100% employee-owned company, CFS stands out in the staffing industry not only by delivering exceptional service to clients and candidates but also by fostering a unique culture where all employees share in the company's success through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This structure creates a collaborative environment where each team member is empowered and motivated to contribute to collective growth and long-term wealth building. CFS combines the resources of a national company with the personalized attention and camaraderie of a small family-run business, earning recognition in consecutive years with Top Workplaces USA awards and multiple honors from industry leaders including the Best Practice Institute and Staffing Industry Analysts.

The company invests heavily in its people with comprehensive training programs geared toward new hires and continuous development opportunities throughout one’s career. Employees enjoy competitive pay packages that include a base salary plus uncapped commissions, along with extensive benefits like health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, hybrid work flexibility, and chances to participate in fun contests and win tropical trips. With a strong culture rooted in core values such as integrity, teamwork, accountability, positive mindset, and discipline, CFS is committed to creating an environment where employees can grow professionally, have fun, earn rewards, and provide meaningful opportunities to others.

This client-facing Business Development / Account Manager role at CFS is suited for energetic sales professionals eager to cultivate and manage relationships within the accounting and finance industry. The position entails selling temporary staffing and executive search services by breaking into new accounts and expanding existing client partnerships. The professional in this role will develop and maintain long-term relationships with decision-makers, primarily hiring managers in finance departments, ensuring their staffing needs are met efficiently by coordinating with recruiting teams.

Successful candidates often come from diverse backgrounds including recruiters, staffing professionals, sales development representatives, B2B sales, retail sales, education, hospitality, accounting, and related fields. The role demands excellent communication skills, the ability to navigate multiple industries, and a passion for helping businesses find excellent talent. This sales position is more than just revenue generation — it involves providing value through a win-win-win solution for the client, job seekers, and the company. The role offers substantial career advancement opportunities, including promotions into division and branch management, supported by a nurturing workplace culture that values employee ownership and success.

If you have at least one year of professional experience, enjoy connecting with people through social media, email, phone, and in-person meetings, and are driven, competitive, and a team player with a positive attitude and good sense of humor, this position at CFS could be an excellent fit. You will gain exposure to a wide range of industries, build impactful professional relationships, and play a pivotal role in shaping both your own career trajectory and the success of your clients. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a thriving, award-winning staffing firm that values independence, provides extensive support, and rewards hard work and dedication.