Permanent Placement
Build lasting impact with permanent finance leadership.
At the Finance Group, our permanent accounting and finance placement services help you build lasting financial strength. We recruit full-time finance leaders, from CFO and VP Finance to Controller and FP&A who provide objective oversight, operational excellence, and reporting that drives clarity, compliance, and growth. As a trusted accounting and finance recruitment firm, we make permanent placement simple, strategic, and scalable.
We specialize in matching top-tier finance talent with the unique needs of your business.
Our permanent finance leadership hires are experienced with the technical expertise and leadership skills to drive performance from day one. We identify candidates who not only meet your business requirements but also align with your culture and succeed.
Our process includes understanding your unique business needs, identifying skill gaps and opportunities, matching you with proven full time finance leaders, and supporting a seamless integration into your team.
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Strategic Finance Positions
We connect organizations with proven finance leaders through permanent finance placement, who provide the strategic direction, financial insight, and executive oversight needed to support long-term growth across executive finance positions.
Our full-time finance recruitment services includes CFO, VPs of Finance, and Directors of Finance. Professionals with deep industry experience and a track record of driving results.
Whether you’re navigating complex transactions, strengthening financial planning, or preparing for expansion, we’ll help you secure the right leadership to move your business forward through expert executive finance recruitment.
Fractional, part-time, interim and full-time
CFO
VP Finance
Director of Finance
Operational Finance Positions
We place accounting and finance professionals who deliver accuracy, reliability, and efficiency across every function of your finance department through full-time accounting and finance recruitment.
Our candidates bring proven experience in accounting operations, reporting, and compliance, supporting accounting and finance placements and ensuring your business runs smoothly from month-end close to payroll. Whether you need support at the manager, analyst, or controller level, we help you build a dependable finance team that keeps your organization moving efficiently and confidently, including options to hire a controller and executive finance positions.
Fractional, part-time, interim and full-time
Controller / Assistant Controller / Accounting Manager / Accountant
Financial Planning / Reporting
Financial Analysis
Audit / Tax
Payroll (all levels)
Permanent support vs Fractional support
Permanent support
1. Best when you need full-time finance leadership embedded in your business
2. Ideal for hiring a CFO, Controller, VP Finance, or Director of Finance
3. Supports long-term ownership, team leadership, and day-to-day accountability
4. Strong fit for businesses ready for permanent finance recruitment and stable headcount growth
5. Useful when the role requires ongoing internal collaboration and deeper cultural integration
6. Helps build long-term capacity through accounting and finance recruitment
Fractional support
1. Best when you need strategic finance expertise without a full-time hire
2. Ideal for businesses needing a Fractional CFO, part-time CFO, or fractional controller
3. Supports budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management, reporting, and process optimization
4. Strong fit for small and mid-sized businesses, companies in transition, or teams scaling quickly
5. Gives access to executive-level support with more flexibility and lower overhead
6. Often the right first step before moving into permanent placement or executive finance recruitment
How businesses often use both
1. Start with fractional finance services to improve visibility, reporting, and financial structure
2. Move into permanent placement once the business is ready for a full-time finance leader
3. Use fractional support during periods of transition, growth, or change while searching for the right permanent hire
4. Combine both models to balance immediate expertise with long-term team building
We’re data-driven professionals with decades of experience.
Our finance specialists work shoulder to shoulder with your team to ensure that our solutions are targeted, strategic and customized to meet your needs. Whether you’re looking for long term support or immediate relief, we always guarantee hands-on, personalized support that truly integrates with your business.
30+
Years of experience
200+
Clients helped
40+
CPAs on the team
We customize our support to meet your market needs.
Industries we serveOur specialized solutions are designed to target unique industry requirements. Whether you’re well established or just starting out – you can always scale your support up or down. We’ll meet you wherever you’re at through every stage of your business growth.
Strategic insights and support that make a true impact.
All resourcesFrequently asked questions
- What’s the difference between your permanent placement and fractional services?
Our fractional services provide project, interim, or ongoing support; ideal for companies in transition or scaling quickly.
Permanent placement, on the other hand, is when we embed full-time leaders and accounting professionals directly into your organization.
- How do you vet and select candidates?
Every candidate goes through a rigorous screening process that evaluates technical expertise, leadership capability, and cultural fit. We assess each professional’s track record in financial strategy, systems, and operational excellence to ensure they can make an immediate impact.
- Do you handle placements in both Canada and the U.S.?
Yes. We serve organizations across Canada and the United States, helping companies of all sizes find experienced finance leaders and accounting talent who understand the regional and regulatory nuances of each market.
- How long does the placement process take?
Timelines vary depending on the scope and level of the role, but permanent placements typically take 8 to 12 weeks. Our process is thorough — ensuring every hire is aligned with your organization’s goals, culture, and long-term growth plan.
- What industries do you specialize in?
Our permanent hires have experience across multiple sectors — including professional services, healthcare, non-profit, technology, manufacturing, construction, and real estate. Each placement is matched with an understanding of your industry’s specific financial challenges and goals.
