Business Development Manager - Columbus

Supporting Strategies; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Supporting Strategies is a 100% remote organization offering a flexible work-from-home model. The Regional Business Development Director focuses on building relationships with business owners, CPAs, lenders, attorneys, and advisors to grow a regional book of business.

Once a client is onboarded, our Client Delivery team handles day-to-day service delivery, letting you concentrate on market growth, relationship management, and expanding your regional portfolio. Authorization to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in business development, consultative sales, relationship management, or professional services preferred.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Experience working with small and mid-sized businesses strongly preferred.
• Experience developing referral-based partnerships with CPAs, bankers, attorneys, consultants, or advisors is highly valued.
• Background in accounting, finance, business operations, banking, consulting, or professional services is helpful.
• Comfortable using CRM systems, LinkedIn, Google Workspace, and other business development tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop trusted relationships with business owners, referral partners, and advisors.
• Grow a regional book of business and market presence.
• Collaborate with centralized Client Delivery after onboarding to focus on growth and relationship management.
• Network with CPAs, lenders, attorneys, and other trusted advisors to expand the regional portfolio.

Skills

Relationship management

Consultative sales

Business development

Networking

Education

Bachelor\'s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

LinkedIn

Google Workspace

Job description

Supporting Strategies is a 100% work-from-home organization on a mission to provide the ultimate work-life balance for our talented remote professionals. Every business owner deserves the opportunity to pursue their dreams with endless enthusiasm without being distracted from their passion by the details of managing their finances & operations. We’re here to help our clients navigate the exciting journey of growing their businesses while never losing that spark. We are committed to equality and inclusion. Diversity fuels our culture, sparks evolution, and teamwork unites us, our clients, and the communities we serve. We collaborate remotely and empower our team members to advance their skills from the comfort of home.

What We Do

We empower small to midsize business owners by taking accounting and operational support functions on their plates, allowing them to focus on what matters: growing their business. Our experienced professionals use our leading-edge cloud-based technology, virtual infrastructure, and proven process to deliver a full suite of outsourced financial and bookkeeping services. We have fantastic opportunities for people who thrive on providing exceptional client service while wanting to live a true work-life balance. We are powered by the strength of our network community of more than 800 employees and more than 100 offices across the U.S.

What You’ll Do

Do you enjoy developing trusted relationships and helping businesses solve real operational challenges? As a Regional Business Development Director, you will serve as the local face of Supporting Strategies within your assigned market, building relationships with business owners, referral partners, and advisors while growing a regional book of business. This role focuses on business development, consultative sales, referral partnerships, and long-term relationship stewardship to connect clients and the broader business community with the right financial operations support, expertise, and resources.

The Role

The Regional Business Development Director is responsible for developing and growing a regional market through networking, relationship-building, referral partnerships, and consultative business development activities. You will build relationships with business owners, CPAs, commercial lenders, attorneys, consultants, fractional CFOs, and other trusted advisors while helping clients and partners access the insight, connections, and support they need to grow. Once a client relationship is established, our centralized Client Delivery team handles day-to-day service delivery, allowing you to stay focused on market growth, relationship management, and expanding your regional portfolio.

Your Profile

If you are a relationship-driven professional who enjoys building trust, developing strategic partnerships, and helping businesses grow, you may be a great fit for this role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in business development, consultative sales, relationship management, or professional services preferred.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Experience working with small and mid-sized businesses strongly preferred.
• Experience developing referral-based partnerships with CPAs, bankers, attorneys, consultants, or advisors is highly valued.
• Background in accounting, finance, business operations, banking, consulting, or professional services is helpful.
• Comfortable using CRM systems, LinkedIn, Google Workspace, and other business development tools.

What You’ll Find

At Supporting Strategies, we offer professionals the opportunity to grow relationships, build markets, create value in the business community, and make a direct impact, all within a flexible remote environment. This role combines the autonomy of market development with the support of a collaborative national organization. You’ll have the opportunity to build strong referral partnerships, support growing businesses, and help expand Supporting Strategies’ presence within your region. If you enjoy relationship-building, consultative conversations, and creating long-term business growth, this may be the right opportunity.

Pay range

Pay range

Pay Range

$100,000 - $150,000 USD

Supporting Strategies is deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. A diverse workforce is not just attained but is built upon a culture of inclusion and belonging. Supporting Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.