Top firms choose us to find San Diego accounting and finance talent
As San Diego’s premier recruitment firm specializing in accounting and finance, our expert headhunters and recruiters understand that finding exceptional talent requires a strategic, personalized approach. Our recruitment agency employs a comprehensive process that begins with a deep dive into your organization’s culture, requirements, and long-term objectives. We meticulously screen and evaluate candidates, conducting thorough background checks, technical assessments, and behavioral interviews to ensure perfect alignment with your needs. Our commitment extends beyond simple placement – we facilitate the entire journey from initial consultation through successful onboarding.
Recruiting top accounting and finance talent in San Diego requires deep insight into our city’s unique innovation ecosystem, where biotechnology, defense, and technology sectors create sophisticated demands for financial expertise. From the thriving life sciences corridor in Torrey Pines to the defense contractors in Sorrento Valley and the tech startups in UTC, the competition for skilled financial professionals has intensified as San Diego continues its evolution as a leading biotech and defense technology hub. We specialize in placing professionals across various specialties – from biotech revenue recognition experts and research grant accountants to defense contract financial analysts who understand DCAA compliance requirements. Our extensive knowledge of the market, spanning from Downtown’s growing tech scene to the established research institutions in La Jolla, enables us to identify candidates who can excel in environments ranging from venture-backed life sciences startups to established defense industry leaders.
Beyond our extensive network and industry expertise, we pride ourselves on maintaining the highest placement retention rates in Southern California. Our success stems from our ability to navigate San Diego’s distinctive business culture, which combines innovation and precision with the city’s renowned work-life balance. We’ve built strong relationships throughout the region’s key industries, from the major biotech firms and research institutions to the expanding defense contractors and technology companies. Whether you’re seeking a seasoned Controller for your life sciences venture or a dynamic Senior Accountant for your growing software company, our track record of successful placements across the San Diego metropolitan area demonstrates our ability to connect exceptional talent with outstanding opportunities. We understand that San Diego’s competitive edge lies in its unique combination of cutting-edge research, military presence, and entrepreneurial spirit, and we excel at finding financial professionals who can drive success in this dynamic environment.
Recruit Finance finds talent across a range of accounting and finance areas
Your catalyst for accounting and finance excellence
Recruit Finance is a leading talent acquisition firm specializing in accounting, finance, financial services, and insurance recruitment. Founded in 2015 by former Big Four accountants Sarah Kowalski and Michael Rodriguez, we combine deep industry expertise with advanced analytics to connect top financial talent with premier organizations nationwide. Our specialized teams serve over 500 clients, from Fortune 500 financial institutions to emerging FinTech startups, maintaining an industry-leading 94% placement success rate and 89% first-year retention rate. With dedicated divisions in public accounting, corporate finance, investment banking, wealth management, and insurance services, we deliver precisely matched candidates through our rigorous vetting process and proprietary talent matching technology, ensuring lasting partnerships that drive success for both employers and candidates.
Accounting and finance success stories: What our clients say
Finding the right Fixed Income Portfolio Manager can be incredibly challenging in today’s market, but this recruitment firm made the process seamless. Their team took the time to understand our investment philosophy and corporate culture before presenting candidates. The shortlist they provided included some of the most qualified professionals I’ve interviewed in my 20-year career. We ended up hiring two of their candidates, and both have become integral members of our fixed income division. Their expertise in financial services recruitment is truly unmatched.
Finding a qualified Controller with both manufacturing and private equity reporting experience was a significant challenge for our growing company. Recruit Finance not only understood these unique requirements but delivered three outstanding candidates within the first week of our engagement. Their team’s grasp of technical accounting skills and ability to assess cultural fit was particularly impressive. The person we hired has since successfully led us through two acquisitions and implemented a new ERP system.
Our search for an experienced Internal Audit Manager seemed impossible until we partnered with Recruit Finance for this critical role. Their team’s deep understanding of SOX compliance requirements and experience with candidates from both public accounting and industry made all the difference in finding the right person. The candidate they placed brought valuable Big Four experience and has since implemented significant improvements to our internal control framework. We’re now using them exclusively for all our senior-level accounting positions.
When we needed to hire three Senior Financial Analysts for our FP&A team during our expansion, Recruit Finance made the process seamless and efficient. They took the time to understand our specific needs in insurance analytics and found candidates with both the technical modeling skills and insurance background we required. The quality of candidates was outstanding, and all three hires have exceeded our expectations in their first year. We’ve since used them for two more positions and received the same exceptional service.
After struggling to find the right fit for our Treasury Operations Manager position, Recruit Finance delivered exceptional candidates within two weeks. Their understanding of both technical treasury skills and our company culture was impressive, and they managed to find someone with the exact Bloomberg and Kyriba experience we needed. The candidate they placed has since been promoted to Treasury Director and built out an amazing team. The level of service and follow-up from their team was unmatched.
Working with Recruit Finance transformed our search for a Senior Tax Manager during our busiest season. Their team truly understood our firm’s specialized needs in the investment partnership space and presented candidates with the exact technical background we required. The entire process took just six weeks, compared to the months we spent trying to hire on our own. Our new manager hit the ground running and has already streamlined our K-1 preparation process. I can’t recommend their services enough for specialized tax positions.
The agency’s ability to understand our unique needs when searching for a Product Development Manager was remarkable. They identified candidates who not only had strong insurance backgrounds but also brought innovative thinking to our personal lines division. The professional they placed has already launched two successful new insurance products within their first year. Their deep network within the insurance industry and thorough vetting process made all the difference. We now consider them our go-to partner for all senior-level insurance positions.
Finding the right Risk Assessment Coordinator for our growing operations seemed daunting until we partnered with this recruiting agency. Their thorough screening process and industry expertise helped us identify a candidate with the perfect mix of analytical skills and regulatory knowledge. The placement has been instrumental in strengthening our risk management framework and compliance procedures. The communication throughout the process was excellent and professional. We’ve since engaged them for several more positions across our risk and compliance teams.
Our experience hiring a Commercial Lines Underwriter through this agency exceeded all expectations. They presented us with candidates who had the perfect blend of industry knowledge and experience in our target markets. The recruiter’s understanding of our specific needs in the specialty insurance space was impressive and spot-on. The professional they placed has significantly improved our underwriting efficiency and brought in several new key accounts. We’re already working with them again to fill additional positions in our underwriting department.
After struggling to fill our Actuarial Analyst position for months, this agency delivered outstanding results within weeks. They took the time to understand our company culture and the technical requirements of the role. The candidate they placed has brought fresh perspectives to our pricing models and risk assessment strategies. Their thorough vetting process saved us countless hours of interviewing unsuitable candidates. We’ve since partnered with them to fill three more positions on our actuarial team.
