Career Center

Account Executive

AMR has an opportunity available for an Account Executive to join our growing team of Association Professionals. 

The Account Executive is responsible for carrying out the plans, goals, objectives, and directives of the assigned association(s) within the scope of the AMR annual workplan.   The Account Executive will be responsible for executive leadership, strategic planning, board and committee management, operations, finance, and other areas as described in key responsibilities below. 

The ideal candidate will also have demonstrated experience in the key responsibilities below and will also exhibit AMR’s core values.

 Core Values:

• Success Together
• Casual but Focused on Results
• Positive Workplace
• Flexible
• Ownership
• Get Stuff Done
• Lifelong Learning
• Transparent and Inclusive

Key Responsibilities: 

Executive Leadership/Strategic Planning:

• Ensure all programs, activities, and services needed to fulfill the Annual Workplan of the assigned association(s) are performed to meet AMR’s contractual obligations.
• Assist the board(s) and volunteer leaders in fulfilling their responsibilities in leading the association.
• Forecast conditions, assesses member needs, and allocates resources appropriately.
• Lead efforts with assigned clients to develop and execute on annual and long-range strategic goals.
• Inform officers and/or executive committee members of matters or developments that warrant their attention.
• Serve as the main point of contact between the AMR staff and board/officers.
• Manage staff resources allocated to association(s) and monitor budgeted time vs. actual. Inform manager of any concerns.
• In accordance with AMR procedures and timelines, oversee the development of the annual Workplan for the association(s).
• Identify and recommend services to expand the scope of work for the association and AMR, as appropriate.

Operations:

• Develop, follow, and maintain association(s) policy and operating procedures.
• Conduct quarterly feedback and development conversations with direct reports
• Serve as a mentor and coach to AMR team members – direct reports and indirect reports assigned to the client(s).
• Remain current on best practices and standards in the association industry and the marketplace to take advantage of short and long-term opportunities.
• Provide regular client updates to Board and AMR Executive Team.
• Manage projects and facilitate team communication with the utilization of Basecamp.
• File annual report with Secretary of State’s office.
  
  

Financial:

• Develop annual budget
• Analyze monthly finance report and prepare summary memo for client(s)
• Monitor to ensure all revenues and expenses are in alignment with established budgets, noting variances as needed.
• Support 990 tax return and audit/financial review.

Communications/Relationship Management:

• Develop and maintain positive relationships externally between AMR and the association(s) as well as internally across departments.
• Draft and send business communications to Board, members, stakeholders, etc., as needed.
• Identify, demonstrate value, and manage vendors/sponsors/related organizations/etc.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – written and oral
• Takes initiative
• Leadership and management skills
• Knowledge of leadership and management principles related to nonprofits including those specific to association management companies
• Proven success working with a board of directors
• Creative problem-solving and continuous improvement skills
• Enthusiastic and dynamic team member
• Flexible, organized, and able to manage competing priorities
• Balance providing quality service with managing client as a business
• Adaptable Proficient knowledge of Office 360/SharePoint and Microsoft Office Suites.
• Strong business, math, and analytical skills.
• Experience working in a remote setting and managing remote teams and staff,
• Flexibility to accommodate the schedules of association leaders will be essential.
• The position will require availability for some evening and weekend meetings and occasional travel for conferences and board events.

Training and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Management preferred.
• 5+ years of association management experience, with at least three years in either an Executive Director or Associate Director position.    
• Demonstrated success in overall management of a membership-based organization. 
• CAE certification a plus

If you are passionate about turning vision into action - Apply Today.    Submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements.  Remote Candidates welcome.

AMR is pleased to provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes a generous bank of Paid Time Off and flexible work schedules in addition to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, and 401(k).  

We are committed to creating a diverse environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success.   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.