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Meet specialized recruiters who will connect you with leaders ready to step into your vacant finance and accounting C-suite role.
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Why Trust BluWave for your CFO search?
You need a full-time CFO who can drive results, and BluWave already knows the top executive recruiters for the world’s best finance leaders. We’ll connect you with a short list of expert CFO recruiting firms within 24 hours of contacting our team. Get matched by industry, company size, revenue models and specific business needs with firms from our exclusive, pre-vetted network.
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Advantages
Expedient hiring process
Proven candidates
Local market expertise
Extensive network
Project-specific vetting
Simple, consultative process
Expedient hiring process
CFO Recruitment with BluWave
Lightning-fast placement process
Expert-vetted firm recommendations
Local experts who know your market
Strong network of proven specialists
Tailored hires for specific projects
BluWave’s hands-on, white-glove service
Connect with best-fit, pre-vetted recruiting firms
Generalist CFO Search firms
Lengthy drawn-out hiring process
Risky commitments to untested firms
Remote recruiters with no local knowledge
Limited word-of-mouth references
Generic candidates lacking specialization
Self-serve hiring with little guidance
Difficult evaluations and slow processes
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Client Testimonials
Why Business Leaders Use BluWave
They have done a nice job for us. They have sent us good candidates, been responsive to our questions and requests and helped drive the discussion.
Founder and Partner, PE Firm
I worked with the recruiting firm on a daily basis and was impressed with all three team members.
PortCo Talent Principal, PE Firm
They provided good summaries of each candidate at or above what we are used to seeing. We really liked working with them and they managed the process very well.
SVP, PE Firm
CFO RECRUITING SERVICES
WHEN TO HIRE A CFO
Your CFO retired and you need an immediate replacement
You need a CFO with specific industry experience for your growing business
You’re expanding into new markets
You want a thorough evaluation of your internal CFO candidate pool
“Businesses facing CFO vacancies should engage specialized recruiting firms to help them find their next permanent hire. They know the world’s top finance leaders and can ensure the chosen candidate’s skills and experience align closely with the company’s needs.”
Keenan Kolinsky
Managing Director, Head of Research & Operations
Client Success Stories
Crucial Financial Leadership Hire in Manufacturing Industry
Upgrading Financial Leadership for a Manufacturing Business
The search culminated in the successful placement of a financial controller who not only met the technical and experiential criteria but also matched the company’s culture and growth aspirations. This strategic hire enabled the manufacturing business to enhance its financial reporting, treasury management and overall operational efficiency, positioning it for accelerated growth and potential acquisitions.
Maintaining Rapid Healthcare Services Growth with Specialized CFO
Finance Leader for Rapidly Growing Healthcare Portco
The search firm BluWave placed successfully identified a CFO candidate with the relevant skills and experience. This CFO not only had expertise in multi-site healthcare but also had a track record of managing cash transactions and technology integration. This strategic recruitment met the client’s immediate needs and positioned the portfolio company for continued growth and operational efficiency.
Connecting PE Firm with Top Talent for a Vital CFO Role in the Software Sector
Seeking Financial Leader with B2B Software Experience
The client and firm were a natural fit, enabling them to choose the best candidate, in a short amount of time. The hired executive not only had the required financial acumen, but also their understanding of the software industry and experience with private equity-backed enterprises. The successful placement gave the portfolio company the leadership it needed to navigate its next phase of growth and development.
Private Equity CFO: Resources
CFO Executive Search Firms: Financial Leadership Specialists
Hiring a strong CFO is essential for an organization to thrive. Some benefits include access to years of experience and industry expertise, the ability to predict and forecast instead of reacting, improved processes and internal systems, better data and accurate reporting.
Podcast: How To Hire a PE-Grace CFO
BluWave Founder and CEO, Sean Mooney, describes the importance of a great CFO for both PE-backed companies and independent companies alike. Hear the benefits that a PE-grade CFO can have on your organization.
Executive Search Firm Financial Controller for Growing Business Services Company
The collaboration resulted in the successful placement of a controller who met the budgetary and expertise criteria and aligned with the company’s vision for growth. This strategic hire positioned the company to effectively navigate its post-pandemic rebound, enhancing its financial management and strategic planning capabilities.