SaaS Sr. Account Executive (banking, fintech) at Pinwheel

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Banking, FintechIndustries

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in enterprise SaaS sales in fintech or banking with a consistent track record of exceeding quotas and driving strategic deals
  • Experience leading and closing $200K+ ACV deals with executive stakeholders across business, product, legal, compliance, InfoSec, and marketing
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams through complex sales cycles, including legal and InfoSec reviews
  • Strong Customer Centricity and Product Thinker
  • Proven experience in driving sales from zero to first transaction
  • Experience using Salesforce, sales engagement platforms, structure

Responsibilities

  • Consistently meet or exceed quarterly revenue targets as we scale throughout 2025
  • Build and maintain a high-quality pipeline with opportunities valued at 3x your quota
  • Close deals with confidence, maintaining a 25% or higher win rate
  • Break into both fintech disruptors and established financial institutions within your first six months
  • Strategically plan and execute territory initiatives that drive growth and visibility
  • Identify and unlock cross-selling opportunities to deepen our impact within existing accounts
  • Establish trusted partnerships with C-level executives and key decision-makers
  • Collaborate with Sales Engineering, Customer Success, and Legal teams to keep deals moving forward seamlessly
  • Deep-dive into our sales methodology and tech stack during your first 90 days
  • Keep CRM records precise and up-to-date for clear visibility
  • Drive efficient sales cycles, achieving an average of 4 months
  • Stay sharp on industry trends and shifts in the competitive landscape
  • Share insights with product and marketing teams to fuel smarter strategies
  • Play a key role in shaping sales best practices as we continue to evolve

Skills

SaaS Sales
Account Management
Deal Closing
Revenue Growth
Product Knowledge
Financial Services
Fintech
Hunting New Business
Decision Maker Identification
Sales Strategy
Mentoring
Enterprise Sales

Pinwheel

Financial technology platform for automating deposits

About Pinwheel

Pinwheel provides a platform that simplifies financial processes for banks, lenders, and cryptocurrency companies. Its main product, Deposit Switch, automates the switching of direct deposits, allowing clients to become the primary financial institution for their customers, which can lead to increased profitability. The platform also offers insights into customer earnings from payroll and attendance systems, enabling tailored financial products. Additionally, Pinwheel automates tax form retrieval and income verification, helping clients manage lending risks and improve underwriting. Unlike competitors, Pinwheel focuses on automating manual tasks and providing actionable insights to enhance financial health. The goal is to improve the financial services experience for both clients and their customers.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$74.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Mentorship Program
Pet Insurance

Risks

Increased competition from Plaid could lead to pricing pressure and reduced market share.
Rapid expansion and significant funding rounds may lead to overvaluation and strategic missteps.
Launch of Smart Branch may face adoption challenges with traditional banks.

Differentiation

Pinwheel is the only provider CRA compliant with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Pinwheel connects to over 1,400 payroll platforms, covering 80% of US paycheck recipients.
Pinwheel's Deposit Switch product automates direct deposit switching, increasing customer lifetime value.

Upsides

Growing interest in consumer-permissioned data access aligns with Pinwheel's business model.
Rising adoption of digital banking solutions benefits Pinwheel's partnerships with platforms like Lumin Digital.
Expansion of earned wage access services supports Pinwheel's flexible payroll options.

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