Cirrus Payroll + HR · 1 day ago
Sales Manager - Accountant Channel
Cirrus Payroll is an independent, remote-first payroll service company based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, serving clients nationwide since 2012. They are seeking a Sales Manager to own and grow their accountant referral partner network, focusing on building trust with CPAs and accountants while managing referral relationships and sales conversations.
AccountingComplianceFinancial ServicesOutsourcing
Responsibilities
Build and nurture long-term referral partner relationships with accountants, bookkeepers, and other trusted advisors
Research and develop targeted lists of high-fit CPA firms and conduct light outbound outreach
Manage the full referral lifecycle - take all referral calls and inbound sales calls, qualify prospects, and move them seamlessly into implementation
Execute our partner outreach strategy, including gifting, quarterly touchpoints, personalized follow-ups, and regular communication
Collaborate with leadership to provide feedback on messaging, partner experience, and referral barriers
Support partner-focused content efforts (educational outreach, simple nurture emails, personalized resources)
Attend select industry events, webinars, and networking opportunities
Record sales calls and maintain accurate notes
Maintain detailed tracking of partner activity and performance metrics in the CRM
Deliver a consistent, high-quality partner experience that reinforces Cirrus’ reputation for responsiveness and accuracy
Qualification
Required
2+ years in payroll, accounting, financial services, or payroll software competitors
1+ years in business development, or channel/partner/relationship management
Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills
Process-driven, detail-oriented, and highly organized
Comfortable using CRM tools
Ability to travel periodically (industry events, partner visits)
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred
Familiarity with Payroll Relief software is a strong plus (but not required)
Benefits
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursement
401(k) with employer match
15 days of PTO
Paid holidays
Parental leave
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability