Founding Account Executive

Job Description

As the founding Account Executive, youll be responsible for shaping and leading our sales function. Youll work directly with the founders to own and operate the end-to-end sales processand eventually scale the team. What You'll Be Actively Engaged In Own the full sales cyclefrom lead generation to closure and renewal Use consultative selling with finance and business stakeholders to craft tailored solutions Proactively generate pipeline while maintaining a high win rate Conduct discovery calls to identify pain points and articulate Valyxs value proposition Key Responsibilities Research target accounts and run prospecting campaigns based on alignment potential Become an expert in Valyxs features and set the right customer expectations Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders Optimize sales processes to accelerate closure and maximize deal value Conduct market research and competitive analysis Be the users voiceshare critical feedback to help shape the product roadmap Youre a Great Fit If You Have 24 years of experience selling complex SaaS solutions (preferably mid to enterprise clients) A proven ability to build and sustain strategic relationships Strong communication and presentation skills (both verbal and written) A team-first attitude and willingness to go the extra mile Curiosity and a consultative approach to sales Ability to explain complex solutions in simple terms Comfort with full-cycle sellingprospecting, demoing, and closing Bonus Points (Not Deal Breakers) Degree in Accounting or Finance Understanding of finance operations (billing, AR, reconciliation) Exposure to CFOs or CBOs at top SaaS firms What Youll Love About Us Equity + Compensation: Competitive salary and meaningful equity with a founder-friendly vesting schedule Transparency: Flat org structure with open communicationzero bureaucracy Autonomy & Ownership: Full control over your projects, ideas, and initiatives Innovation-Driven: A culture that supports experimentation and creativity Make Your Mark: Help shape our product and culture from the ground up