Executive Search for Finance & Office of the CFO

Since our founding, Jennings Executive Search has specialized in recruiting high-performing talent for the Office of the CFO, placing exceptional leaders across Finance, FP&A, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Audit, and Tax who drive growth and resilience. Our team’s deep financial expertise allows us to identify transformative leaders who strengthen performance, elevate decision-making, and enable sustainable business expansion.

Strategic Finance & CFO Executive Search

Strategic finance leadership is the cornerstone of profitability and long-term success. Jennings Executive Search connects companies with accomplished CFOs and finance executives who bring clarity, foresight, and the discipline to align financial strategy with growth objectives. We identify leaders who excel in planning, risk management, and capital efficiency—ensuring they can guide organizations through complex financial environments. With in-house CPA experience, our team brings technical and strategic depth to every CFO executive search. As one of the leading finance executive search firms, we deliver candidates who combine analytical rigor with business acumen. Each placement strengthens reporting integrity, optimizes financial operations, and positions the company for scalable, sustainable growth.

Recent Placements

Sr. Director, Finance Analytics @ $1.5B Manu./Distrib.
Director, M&A Advisory @ $300M Services Co
Divisional CFO @ $450M Distributor
Director, Audit @ $150M Advisory Co
Controller, Distribution @ $450M Distributor
Controller @ $150M Advisory Co
Vice President Finance @ $50M Manufacturer
Director of Finance @ $150M Tech Co
Controller @ $10M Services Co
Sr Director, FP&A @ $200M Tech Co
Controller @ $2B Tech Co
VP of Finance @ $250M Services Co
Corporate Controller @$150M Tech Co
SVP Finance & Accounting @ $300M Services Co
Chief Financial Officer @ $100M Transportation Co
Director of Pricing Strategy @ $50M Manufacturer
Sr. Director, Finance Analytics @ $1.5B Manu./Distrib.
Cloud-Native SW Engineer @ Saas Co
VP of Business Applications @ Fortune 500 Co
Data Scientist @ Financials Co
Enterprise Architect @ Fortune 500 Co
Chief Technology Officer @ SaaS Co
Sr. Director of Data & Analytics @ Fortune 500 Co
Director of HR Diligence @ $35B Advisory Co
Director of Sales Operations @ $500M Distributor
VP of Human Resources @ $100M Tech Co
Vice President of Risk @ $25B Financial Co
Director of Sales Analytics @ $1B Services Co
Director, M&A Advisory @ $300M Services Co
Divisional CFO @ $450M Distributor
Director, Audit @ $150M Advisory Co
Controller, Distribution @ $450M Distributor
Controller @ $150M Advisory Co
Vice President Finance @ $50M Manufacturer
Vice President of Pricing Strategy @ $200M Manufacturer
Head of Pricing @ $100M Service Co
Director of Pricing @ $500M Manu./Distrib.
Sr. Director of Pricing @ $5B Distributor
Head of Pricing Strategy @ $2B Services Co
Director Accounting Advisory @ $35B Advisory
Partner, Accounting @ $150M Advisory
Audit Partner @ $150M Advisory
MD, Accounting Advisory @ $200M Advisory
Director, Transaction Services @ $150M Advisory
Director, M&A Advisory @ $200M Advisory
M&A Integration & Carve-Out Leader @ $2B Advisory
TAS Partner @ $2B Advisory
Partner, Atlanta Market Leader @ $200M Advisory
VAS Practice Leader @ $2B Advisory
Chief Technology Officer @ SaaS Co
Director of AI Engineering @ SaaS Co
Sr Cloud-Native SW Engineer @ SaaS Co
Sr Solution Architect @ SaaS Co
Vice President of Data Science & AI @ Financials Co
Chief Technology Officer @ Fortune 500 Co
Director Working Capital @ $35B Advisory
Tax Partner @ $200M Advisory
Advisory Director @ $200M Advisory
Partner, FDD @ $35B Advisory
Advisory Managing Director @ $200M Advisory
Director, M&A Advisory  @ $200M Advisory
Chief Compliance Officer @ $50M Financial Co
Chief of Staff @ $50M Manufacturer
Director of Strategy @ $18B Manufacturer
Chief Operation Officer @ $200M Financial Co
VP of Human Resources @ $200M Distributor
Chief Commercial Officer @ $500M Manufacturer
Vice President Pricing @ $1.2B Manufacturer
Vice President Pricing Strategy @ $200M Manufacturer
Vice President Revenue Growth @ $4B Distributor
Director of Finance @ $150M Tech Co
Controller @ $10M Services Co
Senior Private Equity Associate @ $500M PE
Head of Sales @ $20M Manufacturer
Sr Director, FP&A @ $200M Tech Co
Controller @ $2B Tech Co
VP of Finance @ $250M Services Co
Corporate Controller @$150M Tech Co
SVP Finance & Accounting @ $300M Services Co
Chief Financial Officer @ $100M Transportation Co
Director of Pricing @ $600M Distributor
Director of Pricing @ $500M Manufacturer
Vice President Pricing @ $1.2B Manufacturer
Director of Pricing Strategy @ $8B Manufacturer
Director of Pricing @ $300M Manufacturer
Head of Pricing @ $1B Manufacturer

Finance Executive Recruitment Services

Jennings Executive Search partners with clients to recruit finance executives who lead FP&A, treasury, and corporate finance with measurable impact. These professionals drive clarity and control across the organization, turning insights into strategies that enhance profitability and strengthen business agility. As experienced finance executive recruiters, we look beyond resumes to evaluate capability, leadership style, and cultural fit. Our process ensures alignment between the executive’s vision and your organization’s needs. The result is financial leadership that drives strategic decisions, elevates forecasting accuracy, and improves enterprise value over the long term.

Accounting & Tax Executive Solutions

We specialize in placing accounting executives and tax leaders who ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency in complex financial environments. Our network includes controllers, VPs of Accounting, and tax professionals who combine technical expertise with strong leadership and strategic vision. Our accounting executive search process emphasizes precision and alignment. We identify professionals skilled in financial reporting, internal controls, and regulatory management, while our tax executive recruiters deliver experts who optimize tax structures and mitigate risk. These leaders enhance financial integrity and help companies maintain sustainable performance.

Tailored Executive Search Approach for the CFO Office

Our finance executive search methodology is defined by precision, customization, and speed. Each engagement begins with a detailed understanding of your structure, goals, and culture. Leveraging our financial expertise, we design searches that target proven leaders who fit both technically and strategically. We proactively engage talent through research-driven outreach rather than job postings, ensuring access to high-performing executives across industries. Every search includes curated interview frameworks and scoring rubrics that improve both hiring quality and efficiency. This practitioner-led process consistently delivers CFO and finance executives who create measurable, lasting value.

Client Testimonials

Our past clients testify to our capabilities and partnership

“From the outset, they demonstrated deep market insight and a clear understanding of our strategic needs. Their consultative approach, responsiveness, and commitment to quality made the process efficient and successful.”

$500M PE-backed Manufacturer

“By the time a top-5 global search firm sent resumes, JES had already identified top candidates, facilitated interviews, and we’d extended an offer to our ideal hire.”

CFO, Mining Processor

“What sets them apart is efficiency without compromising quality—they truly understand our culture and needs.”

$20M PE-backed Manufacturer

“They represent our firm exceptionally, communicate our story effectively, and are professional, responsive, and a true pleasure to partner with.”

Director HR, Mid-Market Advisory Firm

“Jennings was a true partner—taking the time to understand our needs, filling in the blanks, quickly delivering high-quality candidates, and staying engaged throughout the process.”

Operating Partner, Mid-Market PE

“The JES team is highly knowledgeable in our space and consistently delivers top talent.”

Director, Talent Acquisition – Boutique Advisory Firm
Midwest-Consulting
10
days to first candidate slate delivery
85%
of first candidate slates receive an offer
hires thrive beyond 1 year mark
98%
of hires thrive beyond 1 year mark

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