Sales Executive - Accounting Software

Hayward Hawk; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Belfast is looking for a Sales Executive to sell market-leading accounting software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a background in finance or experience in SaaS sales, strong communication skills, and the ability to build lasting client relationships. This role offers a competitive salary of £30,000 – £40,000, along with excellent bonuses and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Heavily bonused earnings

Free car parking

Ongoing professional training

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to explain complex concepts simply.
• Resilience and self-motivation in a target-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand their accounting needs.
• Present accounting software solutions to decision-makers.
• Develop tailored proposals and close new business opportunities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Presentation skills

Commercial awareness

Relationship management

Education

Background in finance or accounting

Experience selling SaaS solutions

Job description

Overview

Hayward Hawk delighted to be recruiting for a professional services firm who are seeking a driven Sales Executive to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to sell market-leading accounting software solutions that transform how businesses manage their finances. Whether you’re an experienced SaaS salesperson or a finance professional with a flair for client engagement, this role offers the chance to combine technical knowledge with commercial impact.

What You’ll Do

• Engage with new and existing clients to understand their accounting and finance needs.
• Present and demonstrate accounting software solutions to decision-makers across a wide range of businesses.
• Develop tailored proposals and close new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Work closely with technical and implementation teams to ensure smooth onboarding for clients.
• Proactively identify opportunities to cross-sell and upsell additional solutions.
• Keep up to date with product developments and industry trends to position our software effectively.

What You’ll Need

• A background in finance or accounting OR experience selling accounting/financial SaaS solutions.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain complex concepts simply.
• Commercial awareness and a genuine interest in helping businesses work smarter through technology.
• Resilience and self-motivation to thrive in a target-driven environment.
• Ability to build rapport quickly and manage multiple client relationships.
• Previous sales experience (especially SaaS sales) is desirable but not essential.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive base salary between £30,000 – £40,000 depending on experience.
• Heavily bonused with great additional earning potential.
• Free car parking.
• Ongoing professional training and development in sales and software solutions.
• The chance to work in a supportive, professional services environment with ambitious growth plans.
• Career progression opportunities as part of a growing team.
• A role where you can make a direct impact on client success while accelerating your own career.

Hear more?

Please apply to hear more or contact Emma Groves @ Hayward Hawk.

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