Innovative Consultant -SMB Business Operations / Management
CINCINNATI, OHPosted 23 days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Cogent Analytics
Job overview
The Innovative Consultant - SMB Business Operations / Management at Cogent Analytics manages a portfolio of small business clients, driving financial and operational improvements to create lasting impact.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing client relationships, delivering measurable financial improvements, implementing business solutions, coordinating with internal teams, and handling administrative tasks like invoicing and reporting.
Compensation and benefits
The position starts as a 1099 contractor for at least 90 days with compensation based on billable client work and performance, with potential to transition to a full-time W-2 role offering comprehensive benefits.
Experience and skills
Candidates need at least 10 years of consulting or equivalent experience with proven results in financial and operational improvement, strong financial literacy, project management skills, and the ability to travel extensively; preferred experience includes managing large budgets or business ownership.
Career development
Successful contractors may transition to full-time employment with benefits, indicating opportunities for growth and deeper integration within the company.
Work environment and culture
Cogent Analytics values integrity, client-first mentality, collaboration, diversity, and a culture of challenging the status quo to improve results.
Company information
Cogent Analytics is a mission-driven consulting firm focused on supporting privately held businesses through strategic leadership and transformation.
Team overview
The consultant collaborates with internal teams including Performance Analysts, Accounting, Marketing, Recruiting, and Business Development to drive client success.
Job location and travel
The role requires a hybrid work model with approximately three days of domestic travel per week and remote work on non-travel days.
Unique job features
The role is distinguished by its hybrid consulting model, significant travel, performance-based compensation, and a strong emphasis on client impact and financial turnaround.
Company overview
Cogent Analytics is a business management consulting firm that specializes in providing small to mid-sized businesses with strategic planning, operational efficiency, and financial management solutions. They generate revenue through consulting fees, offering services such as business analysis, project management, and growth strategy development. Founded in 2014, the company has a history of helping clients improve profitability and operational performance by leveraging data-driven insights and personalized consulting approaches. Their commitment to client success and sustainable growth has positioned them as a trusted advisor in the business consulting industry.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your extensive consulting experience or equivalent leadership roles, emphasizing your ability to deliver measurable financial and operational improvements for small business clients.
Focus on showcasing your project management skills, client relationship leadership, and financial literacy, particularly your expertise with P&L, balance sheets, cash flow, and debt reduction strategies as these are central to the role.
Apply through multiple channels including Cogent Analytics' corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and increase your chances of being noticed.
Connect with current Project Directors and team members at Cogent Analytics on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting recent company initiatives, asking about their experience managing client portfolios, or inquiring how they embrace the company’s unique cultural values and client-first approach.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'financial improvement,' 'client relationship management,' 'project management,' 'change management,' 'financial acumen,' and 'client liquidity.' Use clear, role-specific terminology to pass automated screenings.
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