Executive Recruiter, Accounting & Finance

GHJ is looking for an Executive Recruiter

WHY we get up in the morning

At GHJ we help our people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, and create a better future.

WHAT we believe

We believe that collaboration is the foundation for success. We work as a business advocate for our clients – providing personalized service and building long-term relationships to help position our clients for the future.

HOW we succeed

We are deeply committed to our core values of Bright Minds, Brave Hearts and Bold Actions and incorporate them into every aspect of our business. By living these values, we are able to meet our strategic objectives of Remaining Fiercely Independent (financial success), Meeting client demands/needs (client success), Reinforcing and expanding cultural distinction (people success).

Summary of Role

GHJ Search and Staffing is the recruitment division of GHJ, a national accounting and advisory firm. Our Search and Staffing team specializes in linking proficient accounting and finance professionals with temporary, interim, and direct-hire positions across a wide range of industries. With the support of the Global Advisory and Accounting Network, we have the essential resources to grasp client needs, attract top-tier talent, and effectively evaluate candidate potential.

The Executive Recruiter will be responsible for sourcing, recruiting and onboarding finance/accounting professionals. This includes partnering with hiring managers, identifying candidates through social sourcing, job placement ads, and other research methods. This role will handle all pre-screening and interviewing of candidates, developing an applicant pipeline and taking candidates through the entire recruitment cycle. You will be the "matchmaker" between people and career opportunities, building long-standing relationships with both candidates and clients. The Executive Recruiter will work closely with our Business Development Managers (direct-hire and temporary) to match the requirements of each client need.

You will be responsible for

• Recruiting accounting and finance professionals through networking, social media, direct sourcing calls, and internet recruiting.
• Building and maintaining relationships with both passive and active candidates.
• Assessing online applicants' experience, knowledge, and skills to best suit open positions.
• Conducting and scheduling interviews while providing hiring managers and their team’s with tools to successfully evaluate candidates.
• Managing the interview process between your candidate and client, including relaying feedback between parties & salary negotiations.
• Managing all aspects of hiring and onboarding process.
• Working closely with your candidates to provide career guidance & match with appropriate career opportunities.
• Handling all appropriate follow up with your candidates and clients to build meaningful and productive relationships.

What we need from you

• Four-year degree or equivalent Staffing/Recruiting experience
• Public Accounting experience is also desirable
• Highly organized with the ability to effectively manage a fast-paced recruitment and placement process
• Professional oral and written communication skills
• Ability to easily connect with others