Elevate Recruiting

🚨 Job of the Week 🚨 We’re currently partnering with a leading organization in search of an experienced Interim Technical Accounting Consultant to support high-level accounting and transaction initiatives. 📍 Irvine, CA 💰 $80/hour ⏳ 3–6 month engagement (with potential to extend) This is a hands-on opportunity for a senior-level accounting professional with deep expertise in technical accounting, M&A transactions, ASC 810, consolidations, and SEC reporting. Ideal candidates will bring: ✅ 8–10+ years of technical accounting experience ✅ Big 4 audit or Deals/M&A advisory background ✅ Public company experience ✅ Strong GAAP knowledge and memo-writing expertise ✅ CPA license required You’ll play a key role in complex accounting initiatives including acquisitions, derivatives, collaborative agreements, and technical accounting research — all while partnering closely with leadership teams. If you or someone in your network could be a fit, we’d love to connect. 📩

This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating the incredible moms and mother figures who inspire us every day. We asked members of the Elevate Recruiting team: 💬 What’s the best part about being a mom? 💬 What’s one thing you’d like to thank your mother for? Here’s what they shared:  💫 “Watching my kids grow into adults I’m genuinely proud of.” — Heather 💫 “When my kids willingly sit down and talk to me without me threatening to take their phones. That’s a miracle.” — Deb 💫 “I’m grateful for my mother, aunt, and grandma for their endless support, love, and style.” — Rachel 💫 “My mother has always been my biggest supporter.” — Nolan To all the moms and mother figures — thank you for the love, strength, and support you give every day. Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Elevate Recruiting! 

🚨 Job of the Week | VP of Finance (FP&A Leader) 🚨 Elevate Recruiting is partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed company to find a hands-on VP of Finance ready to build, lead, and shape the financial future of the business. 📍 Location: Multiple locations (Hybrid) 💰 Compensation: Up to $190K + Bonus + Equity This is not a “manage and delegate” role—this is a builder opportunity. You’ll own the financial operating system from the ground up, working directly with the CFO, board, and investors to drive strategy and growth. 🔍 What makes this role stand out: • True ownership of FP&A, forecasting, and long-range modeling • Direct exposure to board-level strategy and investor reporting • Influence over revenue governance, pricing, and GTM strategy • Opportunity to build the playbook—and eventually, your team • Equity participation in a high-growth, PE-backed environment 🎯 We’re looking for someone who: • Brings strong FP&A experience within SaaS, FinTech, or recurring revenue models • Has operated in a PE-backed or highly analytical environment • Is hands-on, strategic, and comfortable building from scratch • Understands SaaS metrics (ARR, NRR, CAC, LTV) and how they drive decisions • Has a strong understanding of US GAAP accounting • Can partner cross-functionally and influence leadership 💡 Why this opportunity? You’ll be in the room where decisions are made, not reporting on them after the fact. This is a chance to build, influence, and create real enterprise value. 📩 Interested or know someone who fits? Let’s connect.

✨ May the Fourth Be With Your Hiring Strategy ✨ In honor of Star Wars Day, we asked our team at Elevate Recruiting: “If you could use the Force for one task at work, what would it be?”  Here’s what they said: 💫 Speed up the hiring process—because great candidates shouldn’t be lost to delays. 💫 Instantly identify the right finance leader—the one who truly aligns with a company’s vision and growth. 💫 Sense true candidate intent and long-term fit—so every placement sticks and thrives. 💫 Predict offer acceptance before final interviews—saving time for everyone involved. While we may not have Jedi powers (yet), these answers highlight what truly matters in recruiting: speed, precision, alignment, and long-term success. At Elevate Recruiting, that’s exactly what we strive to deliver—no lightsaber required.

🚨 Job of the Week | Controller Opportunity 🚨 Elevate Recruiting is partnering with a private equity-backed organization to identify a high-impact Controller ready to step into a pivotal leadership role. 📍Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid) 💰Compensation: $230K base + bonus This isn’t your typical Controller position—this role sits at the center of transformation and growth. You’ll lead post-close financial integration, build scalable processes, and help position the organization for future acquisitions. 🔍 What you’ll be driving: • Financial reporting, compliance, and PE partner alignment • Optimization of working capital across AR, AP, and inventory • A faster, more efficient month-end close process • Build and mentor a high-performing finance & accounting team • Strategic initiatives that support growth and M&A readiness 🎯 What we’re looking for: • 10+ years of finance leadership experience • Background in private equity-backed environments • Expertise in financial reporting, cash flow, and ERP systems • A hands-on leader who thrives in building and scaling processes This is a unique opportunity to step into a strategic leadership role where your impact will be immediate and highly visible. Interested or know someone who could be a fit? Let’s connect.

Not all superheroes wear capes. This National Superhero Day, members of our team at Elevate Recruiting reflected on the real-life heroes who inspire us every day. The ones whose strength, resilience, and character shape who we are both personally and professionally. 💬 Heather shared about her daughter, who faced cancer at just 16 with incredible courage. Instead of letting that experience define her, she’s turned it into purpose—now giving back and supporting others going through similar battles. A true example of resilience and compassion in action. 💬 Nolan’s hero is his dad, whose discipline, consistency, and unwavering commitment to family have guided how he approaches life and work. A reminder that quiet strength can have the loudest impact. 💬 Rachel highlighted her best friend Caroline, who leads by example; showing that sometimes the most powerful influence comes not from words, but from how we show up every day. Today, we celebrate the people who lift us up, push us forward, and remind us what truly matters. Who is your real-life superhero? 

✨ Job of the Week ✨ We’re partnering with a high-growth organization to find a Senior FP&A Manager who’s ready to step into a truly strategic role. 💼 Location: Cleveland, OH (Hybrid) 💰 Compensation: $190K + Bonus This isn’t your typical FP&A role—this position sits at the center of the business as a key partner to the CFO, helping drive critical decisions around profitability, forecasting, and long-term growth strategy. If you enjoy building from the ground up, creating meaningful financial insights, and influencing executive-level decisions, this is the kind of opportunity that accelerates careers. 🔍 What makes this role stand out: - Direct partnership with executive leadership - Ownership of forecasting, reporting, and long-range planning - Opportunity to build and shape FP&A infrastructure - High visibility in a company preparing for scalable growth and future exit We’re looking for a hands-on finance leader who can turn complex data into clear, actionable insights and thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. If you or someone in your network might be a fit, let’s connect or message us directly.

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible impact of Administrative Professionals—and we couldn’t let the day pass without recognizing one of the very best.  Rachel is truly the heartbeat of Elevate Recruiting. As Deb shared, “Rachel is the engine behind everything we do—seamlessly sending contracts, supporting our consultants, and handling every HR question with precision and care. She’s completely reliable; when something is in her hands, it’s done—no follow-up needed. She makes my day easier and allows me to stay focused on my job. Always positive and rooting for the team to win, she brings an energy that elevates everyone around her. Simply put, she’s a bright star and an absolute pleasure to work with—everyone loves her.” Heather echoed that sentiment perfectly: “Rachel is the backbone of our success at Elevate. Her level of organization and attention to detail… is a crucial part of our team and allows each of us to do our jobs more effectively. She approaches everything with kindness and compassion, and her impact is felt in every ‘win.’ Basically, our team does not function the same without her and we are truly grateful.” Rachel, thank you for everything you do—your dedication, positivity, and behind-the-scenes excellence do not go unnoticed. We are so lucky to have you on our team. 💙 Happy Administrative Professionals Day to Rachel and all the amazing professionals who keep organizations running strong!

🪴 Happy National Garden Day from Elevate Recruiting! 🪴 Today, we’re celebrating growth—in all forms—and the lessons we can learn from something as simple (and powerful) as gardening. For Heather, gardening is a practice in patience. Getting your hands in the soil, tending to each plant, and watching it grow over time is a grounding reminder that not everything happens overnight—growth unfolds when it’s ready. Rachel discovered gardening after a move and quickly learned just how resilient plants can be. For her, it’s become a way to brighten her space, reconnect with nature, and decompress from the day-to-day. At Elevate Recruiting, we see many parallels between gardening and career growth. With the right environment, care, and time, people thrive. Here’s to nurturing growth, staying patient through the process, and celebrating every stage along the way.

Big wins worth celebrating 👏 At Elevate Recruiting, we know timing is everything—especially when it comes to securing top-tier finance talent. Here’s a look at a few recent placements we’re proud of: ✨ CFO Placement A critical executive search that had been open for several months was successfully filled in just a matter of weeks once the right candidate entered the process. From first interview to acceptance, the timeline moved fast—delivering leadership when it mattered most. ✨ Interim Controller Placement An urgent need called for immediate action. Our team moved quickly and strategically, closing this role in under two weeks with a highly qualified interim leader ready to make an impact from day one. These wins are a testament to our team’s ability to move with speed, precision, and purpose; connecting companies with the talent they need to keep momentum strong. If you're navigating a key hire or need support building out your finance team, let’s connect.