Account Executive - EPM & Office of Finance technology

Commercial Sales Executive – Financial Software Solutions

Location: Europe (Hybrid role with regional and occasional international travel)

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: Immediate

Industry: Financial Technology & Business Performance Solutions

What is the role and company?

A global provider of financial performance tools is expanding its commercial team in Europe and is seeking a Sales Executive to drive growth across mid-sized organisations. The company offers a unified platform that helps finance teams streamline decision-making and improve operational agility.

With a strong international presence and a collaborative culture, this organisation is known for its innovation in financial software and its commitment to customer success. The role focuses on new business development and account management within a defined territory, with support from inside sales and customer success teams.

What will I be doing?

• Lead the full sales cycle for financial software solutions, from prospecting to contract closure.
• Collaborate with internal teams including pre-sales, services, and customer success to deliver value throughout the client journey.
• Develop and manage a pipeline of opportunities through outbound efforts, referrals, and strategic engagement.
• Build strong relationships with decision-makers and stakeholders across finance and operations.
• Maintain a deep understanding of the product offering and communicate its value effectively.
• Stay informed about market trends and competitor activity to position solutions strategically.
• Manage your territory with a focus on growth, retention, and customer satisfaction.

What profile will I require?

• A background in business, finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in field sales, ideally within financial software or performance management solutions.
• Familiarity with mid-market organisations and experience in both new business acquisition and account development.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Experience using structured sales methodologies or qualification frameworks.
• A proactive, resilient mindset with a drive to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel within the region and occasionally internationally.
• Experience with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce).
• Exposure to conceptual or consultative selling approaches.
• Creative thinking and adaptability in complex sales environments.
• Fluency in French and English is essential.

Why should I take this role?

• Growth: Join a company with a strong foundation and ambitious expansion plans.
• Impact: Help finance teams transform how they operate and make decisions.
• Support: Work with a collaborative team and benefit from structured onboarding and ongoing development.
• Culture: Be part of a values-driven organisation that invests in its people and communities.
• Balance: Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities to engage in social and charitable initiatives.

How do I apply?

For more information on this opportunity, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Geoff Coleman from SA via email: Geoff@systemsaccountants.com.

Who we are?

SA is a leading global Financial Systems, Analytics, and Transformation recruitment company. We provide permanent & contractor recruitment solutions to enable clients to implement, support, develop, run & optimise, ERP, ERP and Analytics systems as well as finance transformation programmes including ESG topics. We source and screen finance systems professionals on a global basis. Unlike typical search & selection firms, our consultants have an international reach, which ensures that our clients and candidates receive market insight along with a tailored service.