Executive Recruitment Consultant

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Recruiter to join our growing Accounting & Finance search team. This individual will play a key role in identifying, engaging, and placing top-tier accounting and finance talent across the Chicago market.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for accounting and finance positions ranging from Staff Accountant through Director and executive-level searches
• Partner closely with clients and internal leadership to understand hiring needs, company culture, and search priorities
• Source, screen, and interview candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, networking, and direct outreach
• Build and maintain strong pipelines of accounting and finance talent across multiple industries
• Coordinate interviews, collect feedback, and manage communication throughout the hiring process
• Guide candidates through offer negotiations, resignation management, and onboarding preparation
• Maintain accurate and organized activity within the ATS and recruiting systems
• Develop long-term relationships with both candidates and clients to support repeat business and referrals
• Stay current on hiring trends, compensation benchmarks, and market activity within the accounting and finance space

Qualifications

• 1+ years of recruiting experience
• Experience recruiting for accounting, finance, tax, audit, FP&A, treasury, or finance leadership roles strongly preferred
• Strong sourcing and networking skills with the ability to identify high-caliber passive candidates
• Proven ability to manage multiple searches and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills
• Self-motivated with a high sense of urgency and accountability
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience

What We’re Looking For

• Competitive and goal-oriented mindset
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently
• Professional presence and confidence communicating with senior-level candidates and clients
• Team player who enjoys collaborating and contributing to a growing business
• Someone who values quality, responsiveness, and long-term relationship building

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission opportunity
• Health benefits and PTO
• Hybrid work flexibility