Ours Start With Execution.
While other firms are still mapping the market, we are already identifying and engaging the right candidates.
81% of placements came from direct sourcing
Only 6% came from inbound response channels
Median 3.7 days to the first qualified candidate selected for interview; 75% within 9 days
Median 4 interviewed candidates per hire
More than 93% placement-implied offer acceptance
38-day median time to fill; 75% within 71 days
Half of our recruiters have more than 20 years of experience
Historical performance across our Accounting & Finance searches. See our search methodology.
Most searches begin by mapping the market — identifying companies, building a candidate pool, and figuring out where the right talent sits.
Because we focus exclusively on accounting and finance within select markets, every search begins with relationships — not resumes. We already understand the terrain: compensation realities, leadership transitions, and the motivations that drive movement.
Median 3.7 days to the first qualified candidate selected for interview; 75% within 9 days.
81% of placements came from direct sourcing. Only 6% came from inbound response channels.
Starting with the right candidates changes the entire trajectory of the search. median 4 interviewed candidates per hire, meaning clients evaluate a small, highly targeted group rather than large applicant pools.
Because alignment is established early, outcomes at the offer stage are highly predictable. More than 93% placement-implied offer acceptance.
The result is not just speed, but consistency. 38-day median time to fill; 75% within 71 days.
See how our specialized approach compares to traditional recruiting methods for accounting and finance roles.
Most internal teams rely on job ads and inbound applicants — we start by defining the ideal hire and pursuing them directly.We've built a talent pipeline over decades, so your search begins with relationships already in place.Our headhunting methodology actively engages high-impact candidates your internal team will likely never see.With the right tools and specialization, we don't wait for talent — we deliver it.Two Different Approaches
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Time to Interview-Ready Candidate
3.7 days (median)
75% within 9 days
