Small Business Consultant

Communities Unlimited

. Provide direct, one-on-one management and business skills consulting services to startup and existing small businesses .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • Mississippi • United StatesJunior💰 $61,800 - $63,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business management consulting, financial analysis, and community engagement to support small business growth and sustainability. Proficient in developing training content and facilitating workshops tailored to entrepreneurs in underserved communities.

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Business Management ConsultingFinancial AnalysisWorkshop DevelopmentCommunity EngagementRelationship Building

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Hard Skills

Financial ProjectionsRatio AnalysisOperational AssessmentsBusiness DevelopmentRecord-Keeping

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsFacilitation SkillsWriting SkillsIndependent WorkTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Business Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree in BusinessBachelor's Degree in Business

Industry Keywords

Small Business GrowthEconomic DevelopmentEntrepreneurshipConsulting ServicesFunding Opportunities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct, one-on-one management and business skills consulting services to startup and existing small businesses
Work with small business owners, mostly in rural and underserved communities, on cash flow, pricing, hiring, record-keeping, and getting ready to borrow
Develop content for trainings and facilitate webinars and workshops related to small business start and growth
Build relationships with local community leaders to facilitate economic development activities related to small business growth and development
Conduct financial and operational assessments for small business clients
Identify growth challenges and recommend strategies to improve business performance and sustainability
Develop scopes of services, financial projections, and actionable plans
Deliver consulting services and financial literacy education to business owners
Analyze financial data, including ratio analysis, to support decision-making and guide clients toward positive business growth outcomes
Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, business owners, and partners
Promote economic development resources and identify new funding or partnership opportunities
Maintain accurate client documentation, reporting, timekeeping, and communication
Support team collaboration, staff training, and organizational initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in business, management, finance, administration, or a related field and at least 1 year experience in business ownership, startups, business development, operations, finance, consulting, or leadership roles supporting business growth or turnaround efforts (Option A)
Bachelor’s degree in business, management, finance, administration, or a related field and at least 5 years' experience in business ownership, startups, business development, operations, finance, consulting, or leadership roles supporting business growth or turnaround efforts (Option B)
Strong facilitation, writing, and communication skills
Comfort with everyday business software
Ability to develop workshops related to small business management consulting
Ability to reach out and build new and existing partnerships in the target communities
Ability to work one-on-one with entrepreneurs with the goal of building their business skills and management capacity as business owners
Ability to work independently, with accountability for results
Ability to assist in training other management consultants
Must maintain a valid driver's license
Reliable transportation
Acceptable driving record
At least the state minimum personal liability auto insurance coverage
Must be authorized to work in the USA
Must currently reside in Central Mississippi

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
Employer 401k Match
Paid holiday, vacation and sick time
Work from home arrangement