Build an Accounting/Finance Team You Can Count On.

Avoid hiring headaches. Get talent that fits.

Finding great Accounting/Finance talent shouldn’t drain your time, your budget, or your team. Whether you’re filling a key leadership role or building day-to-day stability, PEG brings clarity to a complex hiring process.

For 40+ years, companies have trusted us because we lead with Care, take Control of every detail, and Communicate clearly from start to finish. You get the right people without the stress.

Build Your Dream Accounting/Finance Team

What You're Up Against

Your team is facing pressures that didn’t exist five years ago:

Demand Outpacing Supply

Controllers, Senior Accountants, AP Managers, and Analysts are among the hardest roles to fill.

Salary & Market Volatility

Compensation expectations are rising fast, and the best candidates receive multiple offers within 10 days.

Turnover Risk

Burnout and
bandwidth shortages lead to avoidable errors, compliance issues, and financial bottlenecks.

Time-to-Fill Crunch

The average
Accounting role now takes 44–58 days to fill. Vacancies cost 1–2× salary in lost productivity.

Forecasting Uncertainty

Growth, acquisitions, and shifting responsibilities strain your team long before a job description gets written.

The Cost of Waiting

Delaying a key Accounting hire doesn’t just slow down productivity...
it compounds risk across your entire organization.

x Increased Audit/Compliance Risk

x Higher burnout & turnover

x Slower month-end close

x Lost candidates to faster competitors

PEG’s Signature Process for Acquiring Top Talent

CARE. CONTROL. COMMUNICATE.®

1. We Listen First

We take time to understand your team, your pain points, and your goals.

PEG begins every search by listening. We learn your business, your culture, your challenges, and what the right hire really looks like. Whether you need one key role or an entire team, we make sure we understand the “why” behind the search because the right hire starts with clarity, not guesswork.

2. We Build a Hiring Strategy You Can Trust

Clear expectations. Clear timelines. No surprises.

Once we’re aligned, PEG creates a plan that keeps your search on track. You’ll know the market, the timeline, the cost, and the level of competition -- upfront. No vague promises. No hidden fees. Just a clear, predictable hiring process you can rely on.

3. We Deliver Talent That Fits

Specialized recruiting for Accounting/Finance, IT/Engineering, Operations, and Professional Services.

Our niche focus gives you access to a deep network of skilled professionals -- people we know, trust, and have relationships with. We engage active and passive talent, vet candidates thoroughly, and present only those who truly fit your team and expectations.

4. We Stay Connected Through Every Step

Consistent updates. Real conversations. Zero guessing.

You’ll always know where things stand. PEG keeps communication open from first conversation to final offer and long after your hire is in place. We follow up, support onboarding, and make sure your new team member is thriving.

A Few Of The Accounting/ Finance Roles We Support:

CONTROLLERS
SENIOR ACCOUNTANTS STAFF ACCOUNTANTS

AP/AR
COST ACCOUNTANTS PAYROLL

ANALYSTS
FP&A
AUDIT/COMPLIANCE
CFO-VP

Lauren's Story

24 Hour Turnaround for a Permanent Placement with a New Client.

Julie's Story

PEG Focuses on Quality and Creating Partnerships.

Briana's Story

How to Find the Perfect Fit for Every Candidate.

Accounting/ Finance Recruiting Questions

HOW FAST DO YOU FILL ACCOUNTING/FINANCE POSITIONS?

It depends. I know that sounds vague, but it truly varies based on the scope of responsibilities, the reputation of the client and their availability to interview, compensation, and other similar factors.

For clients whose accounting departments we’ve worked with before and know well, we often fill their Staff Accountant and Senior Accountant roles within the same week. When they share their new position with us, we’re able to source through our already established network, schedule interviews and extend offers that same week. I’ve filled several Controller-level positions just as quickly under similar circumstances.

For a new client, the time to fill is typically 1–2 weeks, depending on what criteria matter most to them and how those needs align with the current market.

WHAT TYPES OF ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE ROLES DO YOU RECRUIT FOR?

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO YOUR ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE CANDIDATES NEED?

The core qualifications are knowledge, experience, and honesty.

Accounting and finance roles are tightly connected to rules, regulations, and laws, so most companies view a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance as a minimum requirement. For more senior positions, hiring managers often prefer candidates with a CPA or other advanced certifications that demonstrate deeper mastery of accounting principles.

Experience is just as important as education. Candidates coming from public accounting are especially sought after because they’re known for working hard, learning quickly, and gaining exposure to many industries. Some companies may look for specific industry experience instead, depending on their needs.

Finally, qualities like honesty, strong work ethic, friendliness, and coachability matter just as much as technical skills. Companies place significant trust in their accounting teams, so high ethical standards are the foundation.The core qualifications are knowledge, experience, and honesty.

WHAT INDUSTRIES DO YOU SOURCE ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE TALENT FOR?

HOW DOES PEG EVALUATE CULTURAL FIT FOR ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE ROLES?

One of the benefits of working with recruiters is that we act as matchmakers. Finding the right cultural fit is where our work really shines. PEG digs deeper than skills and experience--we learn what motivates each candidate.

Culture isn’t just picnics or casual Fridays. In accounting and finance, the language is universal; numbers are numbers. The real “fit” comes from understanding the meaning behind the work and matching that to the candidate’s goals for their own life, family, and community.

CAN PEG HELP WITH CONFIDENTIAL EXECUTIVE OR LEADERSHIP-LEVEL SEARCHES?

Yes! PEG handles every search with a high level of discretion, and we take that responsibility seriously.

For confidential searches, we first ensure every candidate aligns closely with your needs before we present them. We maintain confidentiality in the market and with candidates until the first interview.

We also offer flexible interview options to protect confidentiality, including availability outside normal business hours and if you're local to St. Louis, you’re welcome to meet candidates in person at our office. We coordinate every step in a way that supports the level of confidentiality you require.