Frequently asked questions for accounting hiring managers and job seekers
We specialize in placing accounting talent across all levels, from staff accountants to CFOs. Our expertise covers financial accountants, management accountants, tax specialists, auditors, controllers, financial analysts, and treasury professionals. Whether you need entry-level support or executive leadership, we can help find the right match for your organization.
The average placement timeline is 3-4 weeks from initial consultation to offer acceptance. This timeline can vary depending on the seniority of the position and specific requirements. For urgent roles, we can often expedite the process by leveraging our existing talent pool and network of pre-screened candidates.
We maintain a 92% successful placement rate across all accounting positions. Furthermore, 85% of our placed candidates remain in their positions for over two years. This success stems from our thorough understanding of both technical requirements and cultural fit, ensuring long-term matches for our clients.
Our comprehensive verification process includes technical assessments tailored to each role, thorough certification verification, and in-depth interviews conducted by experienced accounting recruiters. We also perform detailed reference checks and can arrange practical software assessments when required. This multi-step approach ensures candidates have the technical proficiency needed for success.
Our fee structure is percentage-based, typically ranging from 15-25% of the candidate’s first-year salary, depending on the position level and complexity of the search. We offer competitive guarantee periods and can arrange flexible payment terms to accommodate your business needs. All fees are discussed upfront with complete transparency.
Yes, we offer a full range of flexible staffing solutions to meet your needs. This includes temporary placements, contract-to-hire arrangements, project-based accountants, interim financial managers, and seasonal tax professionals. We can quickly scale our support based on your business cycles and specific requirements.
We assess each candidate’s proficiency in major accounting software platforms through practical testing and detailed discussions about their experience. This includes evaluation of their expertise with QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft Dynamics, among others. We can also arrange specific software testing based on your company’s systems.
Our candidates come from diverse professional backgrounds spanning public accounting firms, corporate finance departments, manufacturing companies, healthcare organizations, technology firms, retail businesses, and non-profit sectors. This broad exposure allows us to find candidates with relevant industry experience for your specific needs.
We treat every search with the utmost confidentiality, using strict protocols including non-disclosure agreements, blind job postings, and discrete candidate approaches. Our internal systems limit access to search details, and we carefully manage all client information to maintain complete privacy throughout the process.
Our post-placement support includes a comprehensive 90-day guarantee period, regular check-ins with both client and candidate, assistance with onboarding processes, and ongoing performance feedback collection. If any issues arise during the guarantee period, we provide prompt replacement services at no additional cost.