Who within a company is not required to hold a salesperson's license while acting as a salesperson?

The qualifying person within a company is not required to hold a salesperson's license while acting as a salesperson because the qualifying person is typically someone designated to oversee the licensing requirements for the firm's operations. This individual holds a special status typically recognized by certain regulatory bodies.

In many jurisdictions, the qualifying person must hold the necessary licenses and is responsible for ensuring that salespeople comply with legal requirements and business practices. This distinction allows them to perform their administrative and oversight role without the need for a separate salesperson's license.

The other roles mentioned, such as managers, accountants, and owners, may often engage in activities that require a salesperson's license when they are directly involved in residential sales activities. Therefore, only the qualifying person stands out in this scenario as not needing to have the salesperson's license while fulfilling their middle-management or regulatory function.