Key Account Manager – Private Equity Services at Cherry Bekaert

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 May, 26

Salary

520000.0

Posted On

22 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Account Management, Client Relationship Management, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Communication, Cross-Service Collaboration, Account Planning, Risk Management, Compliance, Data Analytics, CRM Tools, Audit Services, Tax Services, Advisory Services, Due Diligence

Industry

Accounting

Description

Cherry Bekaert is seeking a Key Account Manager (KAM) to strengthen strategic relationships with our most valuable Private Equity clients and their portfolio companies. This role is pivotal in driving growth across audit, tax, and advisory services, ensuring exceptional client experience and alignment with Cherry Bekaert’s integrated service model. The KAM will serve as one of the primary relationship contacts for designated Private Equity funds and portfolio companies, coordinating across service lines to deliver tailored solutions that address complex needs throughout the investment lifecycle—from deal sourcing and due diligence to post-transaction integration and exit planning. As a Key Account Manager, you will: Serve as a strategic advisor and relationship leader for designated Private Equity funds and portfolio companies, working closely with C‑suite executives, deal teams, and operating partners. Build and maintain long‑term, trusted client relationships across the investment lifecycle, from deal sourcing and due diligence through integration and exit. Develop and execute value-driven, client-facing initiatives that enhance engagement and expand impact. Create and manage account plans aligned to client priorities and Cherry Bekaert’s Key Account Management playbook. Drive cross-service collaboration across Audit, Tax, and Advisory to deliver fully integrated, proactive solutions. Identify white-space opportunities across portfolio companies and work with service-line leaders to pursue growth. Coordinate with engagement teams and SMEs to ensure seamless, high-quality delivery across all services. Monitor independence, compliance, and risk considerations across multi-entity client relationships. Track performance metrics, including pipeline development, revenue generation, and account health. What you bring to the role: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required. CPA or MBA preferred. 10+ years in client-facing account management, client service, or business development within professional services. Proven success managing complex, multi-service Private Equity or financial services relationships. Strong understanding of audit, tax, and advisory services relevant to PE funds and portfolio companies. Exceptional relationship-building capabilities, with strong negotiation, communication, and strategic planning skills. Ability to navigate independence rules, regulatory considerations, and compliance frameworks. Proficiency with CRM tools, account management platforms, and data analytics used for account strategy. What you can expect from us: Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures Benefits Information: Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection. Pay Range: $257,300 - $520,000 About Cherry Bekaert Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/ Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position. Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us at https://careers.cbh.com/ and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. © 2026 Cherry Bekaert. All Rights Reserved. At Cherry Bekaert, your career is about you. With growing industry expertise, a strong support system, and our team’s shared values, we encourage you to choose your path. Join the Firm that acknowledges and recognizes the power of the individual.

Responsibilities

The Key Account Manager will serve as a strategic advisor and relationship leader for designated Private Equity funds and portfolio companies, driving growth across audit, tax, and advisory services. This involves building long-term relationships, executing value-driven initiatives, and coordinating integrated solutions throughout the investment lifecycle.