Specialized Finance & Fund Operations Headhunters

Running an investment firm requires more than portfolio managers. It requires a world-class operations team. From fund accounting and treasury to investor relations and compliance, your ability to scale depends on having experienced professionals in place. Pacific Executive Search (PES) assists hedge funds, private equity firms, and alternative investment firms in recruiting proven finance and operations leaders who understand complex structures, investor reporting, and SEC requirements.

Roles We Excel At Placing in Fund Operations

From analysts to senior executives, we align every search with your fund's operational maturity and asset strategy.

Core Fund Operations

Fund Accountants & Senior Fund Accountants
Fund Accounting Managers
Fund Controllers & Assistant Controllers
Finance Operations Managers / Directors
Fund Operations Analysts
Pricing Analysts / NAV Specialists
Portfolio Operations Analysts
Trade Operations Associates
Reconciliation Analysts

Investor & Treasury Functions

Investor Relations Analysts / VPs
Treasury Analysts & Cash Managers
Capital Call & Distribution Specialists
Treasury Operations Managers

Asset- & Investment-Level Operations

Asset Finance Managers
Loan Servicing Analysts
Real Estate Fund Operations Associates
Portfolio Reporting Analysts

Leadership & Oversight

VP, Fund Operations
Managing Director, Fund Administration
CFO / CAO (Fund or Management Company level)

Credentialed Professionals

Certified Public Accountants (CPAs)
Chartered Financial Analysts (CFAs)

The PES Advantage

More Than a Recruiting Firm

Investment firms need more than accountants — they need strategic finance professionals who can manage complex fund structures, investor reporting, treasury operations, and regulatory compliance.

Our recruiters deliver vetted, high-performing talent aligned with your firm's culture, practice goals, and client service standards.

  • Specialized Headhunting: Focused exclusively on Accounting and Finance roles.
  • Targeted Recruiting: We identify and engage leaders before they enter the market.
  • Proprietary Technology: Continuous mapping of finance talent across professional services sectors.
  • Relationship-Driven Results: Long-term partnerships with top-performing professionals.

Take the Next Step

Book directly with a PES headhunter — choose a time that fits your schedule.

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Specialized Headhunting Works Better

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

Specialized Headhunting (PES)

Our Advantage:

  • PES LogoStaffing firms prioritize speed and volume — we focus on alignment, long-term value, and impact.
  • PES LogoOur search process is calibrated for quality, not just availability. We don't fill seats — we find problem-solvers.
  • PES LogoWe specialize narrowly in Accounting & Finance, which means we can assess nuance staffing firms often miss.
  • PES LogoBecause we actively source and re-engage known candidates, we deliver faster without compromising fit.

Staffing Agencies

Where Staffing Agencies has its place:

  • Temporary, contract, or urgent fill-in roles
  • Entry-level or interchangeable positions
  • Organizations that prioritize speed over specialization

Limitations:

  • Focus is typically on speed and volume — not long-term fit
  • Often draws from active candidate pools only
  • Shallow vetting and limited insight into leadership traits
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Specialized Accounting and Finance Headhunters

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Serving: Southern California, Denver,
Portland, Las Vegas, and Austin

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