From Strategy to Outcome

Most hiring processes don't break down at the end of a search—they break down at the beginning.

They start by building the market, expanding candidate pools, and refining through iteration.

That structure produces predictable outcomes.

Interviews per Hire

Industry

15–20+ interviews

Pacific Executive Search

4 candidates

Offer Acceptance

Industry

65–80%

Pacific Executive Search

93%

Time to Fill

Industry

44–90+ days

Pacific Executive Search

38 days median 75% within 71 days

Why this happens

Most firms build the search before they run it.

We don't.

We are already operating within the market—so execution begins immediately.

The Result

Fewer candidates.

Faster alignment.

Predictable outcomes.

Finance & Accounting Roles We Excel At Placing

From emerging professionals to senior executives, we connect talent with opportunity across all levels.

Executive Leadership

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
VP of Finance / Finance Director
Chief Accounting Officer (CAO)
Controller / Assistant Controller
Head of FP&A / FP&A Director

Financial Planning & Analysis

FP&A Managers & Senior Analysts
Financial Analysts & Senior Financial Analysts
Finance Business Partners
Corporate Development Associates
Financial Modeling Specialists

Accounting & Reporting

Accounting Managers & Senior Accountants
Cost Accounting & Inventory Specialists
SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting
Revenue Recognition Specialists
Audit & Compliance Managers

Systems & Operations

Finance Systems Analysts & Managers
ERP Implementation Specialists
Process Improvement Leaders
Treasury & Cash Management
Tax Managers & Specialists

Let’s Find the Right Fit


From key finance hires to your next career move, we'll guide you every step of the way.

Specialized Headhunting Works Better

See how our specialized approach compares to traditional recruiting methods for accounting and finance roles.

Specialized Headhunting

Our Advantage:

  • PES LogoMost internal teams rely on job ads and inbound applicants — we start by defining the ideal hire and pursuing them directly.
  • PES LogoWe've built a talent pipeline over decades, so your search begins with relationships already in place.
  • PES LogoOur headhunting methodology actively engages high-impact candidates your internal team will likely never see.
  • PES LogoWith the right tools and specialization, we don't wait for talent — we deliver it.

In-House Recruiting

Where In-House Recruiting has its place:

  • High-volume or repeatable roles
  • Companies with well-established employer brands
  • Organizations prioritizing internal culture alignment

Limitations:

  • Often limited to reactive recruiting (job ads + inbound applicants)
  • Difficult to scale quickly when market shifts
  • May lack tools, data, or reach to engage passive candidates
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We connect exceptional talent with the companies that value them most.

Specialized Accounting and Finance Headhunters

Contact Info

Office

HQ: Los Angeles, CA
Serving: California, Colorado,
Oregon, and Austin

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