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Talent Acquisition for a Consolidations Accounting Director

December 20, 2024

Empowering Candidates: A Personalized Approach to Executive Recruitment


At Lyneer Search Group, we match talent with opportunity; not just roles with résumés. In this case study, we highlight how our dedicated recruitment process helped a skilled accounting professional navigate a pivotal career transition. From initial outreach to post-placement support, we ensured a seamless experience, providing personalized guidance, strategic insights, and hands-on assistance throughout the entire hiring journey. Here’s how we connected a top-tier Consolidations Accounting Director with a leading investment management firm—delivering a win-win outcome for both candidate and employer.

Challenges: Navigating a Complex Recruitment Landscape

Our client, a leading investment management firm, faced several challenges in filling a critical Consolidations Accounting Director role:


Department Build-Out

  • The new hire would lead the creation of a new accounting department and manage a significant workload immediately.


Simultaneous System Implementations


  • The position required expertise in managing dual system implementations for the General Ledger and Financial Reporting systems, coupled with strategic leadership.


Unique Skill Combination


  • The ideal candidate needed to balance leadership responsibilities with hands-on contributions, while also preparing to grow and manage a team.


Lyneer’s Approach: A Candidate-Centric Recruitment Process

  1. Targeted Outreach in the NY Metro Area: Conducted a region-specific search focusing on candidates with relevant experience in similar industries and organizations, ensuring alignment with the candidate's career aspirations.​
  2. Strategic Candidate Engagement: Engaged with numerous professionals, initiating detailed conversations to understand their career goals, technical expertise, and cultural preferences, ensuring a mutual fit.​
  3. Refined Shortlist Process: Presented a curated shortlist of six professionals, each thoroughly briefed on the role's challenges and opportunities, ensuring candidates were well-prepared and confident.
  4. Interview Support and Candidate Guidance: Provided comprehensive support throughout the interview process, including preparation sessions and real-time feedback, fostering a transparent and supportive environment.

Outcome: Swift Placement and Candidate Satisfaction


Within 35 days, Lyneer successfully placed a Consolidations Accounting Director who:


  • Seamlessly integrated into the organization.
  • Provided immediate value during the critical phases of the General Ledger and Financial Reporting system implementations.
  • Took on both leadership and hands-on responsibilities, exceeding the client’s expectations.


Candidate Feedback


“I love the position and am providing pivotal guidance to the organization as they implement and build out their General Ledger and Financial Reporting systems.”


Key Takeaways


This case exemplifies Lyneer Search Group’s commitment to supporting candidates through personalized recruitment strategies, ensuring both client success and candidate satisfaction.


“The success of this placement reflects our commitment to understanding both the technical requirements and the cultural dynamics of every role we fill,” says Scott Noga, Managing Partner at Lyneer Search Group.


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