[Remote] Student Advisor - Inside Sales

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Akadian Accounting Education is a leader in online education for accounting professionals, dedicated to empowering students with the hands-on skills and certifications they need to build successful careers. They are seeking a driven and passionate Student Advisor to act as a sales consultant, guiding prospective students towards the educational solutions that best fit their needs and managing the full sales cycle from initial contact to enrollment.

Responsibilities

• Engage with all new leads within one hour of them downloading a resource, purchasing a product, or expressing interest, providing a seamless and welcoming introduction to Akadian
• Act as a trusted advisor. Understand goals, answer questions clearly, and provide insightful guidance on educational and career pathways
• Proactively and consistently follow up with warm leads—abandoned carts, previous inquiries, and upsell opportunities—to help them determine their best next steps and enroll in a suitable package
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact to closing the sale, ensuring a smooth and positive experience for every student

Skills

• A demonstrated history as a top-performing sales professional
• Experience with both appointment-setting and closing
• A consultative mindset—you help people make the best choice
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• High personal accountability, organization, and self-motivation (remote readiness)
• Ability to manage a fast-paced, high-volume pipeline
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic sales environment
• Basic understanding of accounting career paths (bookkeeper, staff accountant, CPA, etc.) and common tools (QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, etc.)

Benefits

• Performance Bonus: Management will set stretch targets that allow you to earn annual bonuses above OTE if achieved

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