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DIRECT HIRE PLACEMENT

When you need permanent team members, we will direct recruit qualified professionals who join your company as full-time or part-time permanent employees.

No Upfront Cost — Pay Only for Results

  • KBW is only paid when a candidate is successfully hired.
  • This makes it a low-risk, performance-based model for employers.
  • Direct hire placements are ideal for companies that want to supplement internal recruiting efforts without committing to large budgets upfront.

Speed and Market Reach

We know the hiring landscape in New England and are constantly meeting with skilled Accounting and Finance professionals throughout – therefore we work fast and can give you accurate market research for hiring at all levels!

 

  • Access to the large KBW candidate database and specialized sourcing tools.

  • Direct recruitment efforts and reach to passive candidates (people not actively job-hunting) through established networks.

  • This helps your company fill roles faster than if you rely only on in-house recruiters and job postings.

Access to Specialized Expertise

Many contingent recruiting firms specialize in a niche. KBW recruiters are the experts when it comes to Finance & Accounting Talent in New England.

  • Our tenured recruiters know the market rates for top talent, skills trends, and what motivates candidates = so your company can attract and hire the best candidates in the market.

  • Our expertise improves the quality of hires you make and shortens the hiring process for companies, especially for hard to fill or technical roles.

OUR APPROACH

At KBW, we’re dedicated to helping you find the perfect match. Here’s what you can expect when you partner with us.

THOROUGH INTAKE & NEEDS ANALYSIS

Before we present you with a single candidate, you’ll meet with your dedicated KBW recruiter to discuss your hiring challenges and needs.

TARGETED SOURCING FROM OUR NETWORK OF FINANCE & ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONALS

Once we’ve met to discuss what you’re looking for, our team taps into our vast network of qualified talent.

BEHAVIORAL & TECHNICAL SCREENING

When vetting candidates, we pay close attention to everything from cultural fit to technical ability to ensure you get the best match for your needs.

INTERVIEW COORDINATION & OFFER MANAGEMENT

Your recruiter will present you with a list of top qualified candidates for you to choose from. Once you make your picks, we’ll set up interviews and oversee the offer process if things go well.

POST-PLACEMENT SUPPORT

Our job doesn’t end with an accepted offer. We stay in touch, whether it’s to see how the placement is going or for your future hiring needs.

Accounting & Finance Positions We Staff

Are you a job seeker looking for your next role?
These are only a few of the roles we specialize in placing:

CFO, VP of Finance

Financial Planning and Analysis Professionals

Controllers, Assistant Controllers, and Accounting Managers

Technical Accountants

Staff and Senior Accountant

Cost Accountant

Payroll

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable, Collections, and Billing

Bookkeepers

Audit and Tax Experts

Data Entry

Entry-Level Finance and Accounting Professionals

Analyst

Senior Analyst

 

other staffing methods

We also have extensive experience filling the following placement types:

Temporary & Contract Placement

We place talent for a fixed amount of time or for a specific task or job. Temporary employees are considered associates of the employers, while contract workers are not.

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Temporary-to-Hire Placement

We place talent on a short-term basis to see how they fit in a role before the employer extends a permanent offer.

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OUR AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION

By focusing on key industries and roles, we help streamline the hiring process and deliver talent that makes an immediate impact.

Finance & Accounting

From entry-level data entry roles to CFO, our team of finance and accounting staffing experts is ready to help you find the right fit, no matter the role.

Finance Services

Make connections with the accountants, analysts, and controllers who will move your organization or financial services firm forward.

Public Accounting

Tap into our extensive network of skilled, experienced professionals across the public accounting sector, including tax specialists, audit managers, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting do?

At KBW, we work with both employers and professionals in the finance and accounting fields. We help employers find the talent they need to fill vacancies, and we match job seekers with open roles that align with their skills and experience.

What types of finance and accounting roles do you staff?

The types of finance and accounting roles we staff vary widely. Some of the most common placements we make include CFO and VP of finance; FP&A; controller and accounting manager; technical accounting; staff and senior accountant; cost accounting; payroll; accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing; bookkeeping; audit and tax; data entry; and entry-level finance and accounting roles.

What other staffing services do you offer?

The other staffing services we offer include temporary and contract and temporary-to-hire roles.

Here’s how to know which type is right for you:

Do you staff remote and hybrid finance and accounting roles?

Yes, we staff both remote and hybrid finance and accounting roles.

What markets do you serve?

As a regionally focused staffing agency, the markets we primarily serve include employers and job seekers in the New England area, which is where most of our placements occur. Our offices are located across both Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

How quickly can you fill an open finance or accounting position?

How quickly an open position gets filled depends on factors such as role level, required technical skills, location requirements, compensation alignment, and interview speed. Timelines can range from a few days to a few weeks.

Do you work with passive candidates, or only active job seekers?

We work with both active job seekers and passive candidates, including currently employed finance and accounting professionals who are open to the right opportunity.

How do you vet candidates and ensure quality?

To ensure quality, our candidate vetting process is thorough and comprehensive. Before sending resumes, we interview candidates to assess their experience, technical expertise, and soft skills. We also complete an intake for each employer we work with to understand their role requirements and what success looks like.

Do job seekers pay any fees to work with KBW?

No, job seekers never pay anything to work with us. Employers pay for our recruiting and placement services. Submit your resume or get in touch to hire talent today.

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