Pacific Executive Search Places Controller in Finance Sector

📅Placed 3/13/2023
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Position
Controller
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Industry
Finance
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Sub-Industry
Venture Capital & Private Equity
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Metro Region
Southern California

Placement Team

David Liebman
Client Recruiter
Partner
Categories
Accounting Management
Specialties
Controller/Director

Placement Story

Pacific Executive Search successfully placed a dynamic Controller with a strong background in real estate and financial management at a Private Equity-backed venture capital firm. This seasoned CPA brought a wealth of experience in investor relations, tax accuracy checks, and software implementation – all crucial areas for the growing Dallas-based company. The search was particularly challenging due to the need for a hands-on leader capable of managing relations with third-party property managers. This successful placement not only filled a critical role but also freed up the partners' bandwidth, allowing them to focus more on strategic growth. With the new Controller on board, the firm is now well-positioned to streamline its investor reporting and cash management processes, ultimately enhancing its financial performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Pacific Executive Search recruit for PE portfolio companies in the Venture Capital & Private Equity industry?
Absolutely. Pacific Executive Search has a successful track record of placing high-caliber candidates in PE-backed firms. Our recent placement of a Controller with a strong background in real estate and financial management at a Private Equity-backed venture capital firm in Southern California is a testament to our expertise in this area.
What kind of roles can Pacific Executive Search fill within the accounting management category?
Pacific Executive Search specializes in filling a wide range of roles within the accounting management category. These include, but are not limited to, senior accountant, staff accountant, audit manager, tax manager, controller, CFO, finance director, accounting manager, and bookkeeper. Our recent placement of a Controller at a PE-backed venture capital firm underscores our ability to find the right talent for such critical roles.
Does Pacific Executive Search have experience recruiting for roles that require specific systems or technologies?
Yes, Pacific Executive Search prides itself on recruiting candidates who are proficient in a variety of systems and technologies. For example, our recent placement of a Controller required a candidate with experience in software implementation. We also routinely place candidates with expertise in systems such as GAAP, IFRS, NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP, and Excel.

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