Your Go-To Staffing Agency for Accounting and Finance Talent
Finding the right accounting and finance professionals has never been more critical or more complex. In today’s market, skilled talent is scarce, timelines are tight, and the cost of a bad hire is steep. That’s where Pinnacle Partners comes in.
As a specialized staffing agency for accounting and finance, headquartered in Indianapolis, we help organizations across the region quickly and confidently hire professionals who bring both technical expertise and cultural fit. Whether you're building out a finance team, navigating an audit, or need a temporary accounting solution, our local market insight and deep talent network give you an edge.
What is an Accounting and Finance Staffing Agency?
An accounting and finance staffing agency is a recruitment firm that focuses exclusively on placing professionals in roles like accounting, auditing, tax, financial planning, payroll, and more.
Unlike generalist staffing firms or internal HR teams, a specialized agency understands the unique qualifications (CPA, CMA, MBA), regulations (GAAP, SOX), and responsibilities that come with each position. We don’t just send resumes—we deliver vetted candidates who can hit the ground running.
Why Partner with a Specialized Finance Staffing Agency?
Hiring finance professionals through a specialized partner like Pinnacle Partners brings clear advantages:
Faster Access to Talent: We tap into a deep bench of pre-qualified professionals, many of whom aren’t active on job boards.
Credential Confidence: We verify licenses, certifications, and technical skills so you don’t have to.
Lower Hiring Risk: Minimize costly mis-hires and turnover through expert candidate matching.
Flexible Hiring Models: Choose from contract, contract-to-hire, or direct hire to meet your unique needs.
Market Intelligence: Stay competitive with real-time insights on salaries, demand, and hiring trends in your region.
Common Hiring Challenges in Accounting and Finance
Hiring for accounting and finance roles can be deceptively difficult. Here are some of the biggest hurdles hiring managers face today:
Talent Shortages in Critical Roles
It’s tough to find experienced professionals with the right certifications—especially CPAs, Controllers, and Analysts—in a tight market.
Long, Resource-Heavy Hiring Cycles
Verifying credentials, screening for compliance knowledge, and assessing financial acumen can consume weeks of your internal team’s time.
High Stakes of a Bad Hire
One wrong hire can cause errors in reporting, compliance issues, or even impact audit readiness.
Salary Uncertainty
Without clear benchmarks, companies often under- or over-offer, losing great candidates or overextending budgets.
Workload Peaks & Project-Based Needs
Year-end reporting, audit season, or system migrations require temporary bandwidth that internal teams can’t always support.
Cultural Fit Issues
Even highly technical hires can fall short if they don’t align with your team’s pace, communication style, or values.
If these sound familiar, you’re not alone—and we can help you solve them.
Roles We Fill in Accounting and Finance
We place qualified professionals across a broad range of functions, including:
Staff & Senior Accountants
Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialists
Financial Analysts & FP&A Professionals
Controllers & Assistant Controllers
Payroll Managers and Specialists
Internal Auditors & Risk Analysts
Tax Accountants
Bookkeepers
CFOs and Finance Executives
Need to fill a specific role? Talk to an Account Manager or Account Executive today.
Our Proven Accounting & Finance Staffing Process
We don’t rely on luck or guesswork. We take a consultative, process-driven approach to every placement:
Needs Discovery – We meet with hiring managers to define role requirements, technical needs, and soft skill expectations.
Strategic Sourcing – We tap into our local and national networks of finance professionals.
Screening & Credential Checks – We verify certifications (CPA, CMA), assess GAAP knowledge, and evaluate Excel, ERP, or audit software experience.
Client Interviews – You meet only the top 2–3 best-fit candidates for your team.
Offer & Onboarding Support – We handle offer negotiations, background checks, and start-date readiness.
Direct Hire vs. Temporary Staffing: What’s Right for You?
Not sure which model fits best? Request a consultation, and we’ll guide you through the options.
| Use Case | Recommended Solution |
|---|---|
| Year-end closing or audit prep | Temporary / Contract |
| ERP system transition | Project-Based Contract |
| Evaluating team fit | Contract-to-Hire |
| Building long-term finance team | Direct Hire |
Industries We Support with Finance & Accounting Talent
Our team understands that different industries have different compliance standards, systems, and staffing needs. We regularly support:
Manufacturing and Distribution
Healthcare and Life Sciences
Financial Services and Banking
Retail and eCommerce
Government and Nonprofit Organizations
Technology and SaaS Startups
Why Companies Choose Pinnacle Partners
We’re not a transactional vendor—we’re a strategic staffing partner. Here's why hundreds of hiring managers trust us:
25+ Years of Midwest Market Expertise
Local Talent Networks in Indianapolis, Louisville, and Cincinnati
Dedicated Recruiters for Finance & Accounting Roles
Fast Turnaround & High Fill Rates
Proven Client Satisfaction
Finance & Accounting FAQs
1. How is finance staffing different from general staffing?
It requires deep knowledge of regulations (GAAP, SOX), systems (ERP, Excel), and credentials (CPA, CMA). Specialized recruiters ensure better fit and compliance.
2. What credentials should I look for in accounting candidates?
It depends on the role. Common credentials include CPA, CMA, MBA, or EA, along with experience in QuickBooks, NetSuite, or SAP.
3. How fast can Pinnacle Partners fill a role?
We often submit qualified candidates within 2–3 business days, depending on role complexity and market demand.
4. Do you staff interim CFOs or senior finance leaders?
Yes. We offer executive-level staffing for short-term or permanent placements, including fractional CFOs.
5. What industries do you specialize in?
We work across manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, nonprofits, tech startups, and more.