The Nation's #1 CFO Recruiting &
Executive Search Firm
CFO Search is a nationwide finance executive search firm specializing in the recruitment and placement of Chief Financial Officers. We have filled more CFO positions than any firm our size and have filled over 500 CFO positions since our founding in 2008.
We provide exceptional, best-in-class CFO candidates with relevant and applicable industry experience for companies of every size — replacement situations, succession planning, initial public offerings, acquisitions, divestitures and every other possible scenario.
We recruit exceptional candidates for both permanent and interim CFO positions. We recruit in every state, every city and every town in the continental United States and have offices in Boston, Chicago, New York City, Dallas, Houston and California.
100% Guaranteed Results. We Deliver or You Pay Nothing!
With our 100% contingency search option you pay absolutely nothing unless we provide the perfect candidate for your CFO position — no risk and absolutely zero financial obligation. We are the only executive search firm that truly specializes in filling CFO positions on a contingency basis. We also offer fully retained CFO executive search and hybrid search options.
Also available: Fully Retained & Hybrid Search. For sensitive, confidential or board-level CFO searches we offer fully retained and hybrid engagement options — the same world-class process with dedicated, exclusive focus. Learn about all three options →
Zero Risk.
Maximum Results.
Over the years, we have built a giant nationwide network of thousands upon thousands of exceptionally well-qualified Chief Financial Officer and finance executive candidates.
- ✓Contingency search — no payment unless you hire
- ✓Retained and hybrid options also available
- ✓Same-day response to all inquiries
- ✓Confidential searches handled with utmost discretion
- ✓Nationwide database of 94,000+ pre-screened CFO candidates
- ✓We never place ads — we source only passive, employed candidates
What We Offer
Permanent CFO Executive Search
Targeted, confidential search delivering CFO candidates who can drive strategy, improve financial reporting, lead teams and partner with ownership and stakeholders for the long term.
Learn More →Interim & Temporary CFO Placement
We provide temp, interim, and temp-to-perm CFO candidates. Our interim CFOs are A+, world-class financial executives in transition — not career contractors.
Learn More →Finance & Accounting Leadership
We also fill: Chief Investment Officer, Chief Accounting Officer, VP of Finance, VP of Accounting, Corporate Controller and other senior finance executive roles.
Inquire Today →CEO & C-Suite Search
Beyond CFOs, our expertise extends to CEO, COO and other c-suite placements. We bring the same rigorous, contingency-based approach to every executive search we conduct.
Learn More →CFO Job Search (Candidates)
Are you an exceptional CFO in transition? We work with top-tier financial executives exploring new opportunities. Submit your resume and let our recruiters go to work for you.
Submit Resume →Nationwide CFO Placement
We recruit in all 50 states with office locations in Dallas/Fort Worth, Boston, Chicago, New York City and California. No geographic limitations on your search.
View All Locations →Experience, Expertise &
The Highest Level of Service
- ✓Recruiting CFOs is all we do — every day, 300+ days per year
- ✓We source through direct recruiting and referral only — we never place ads
- ✓All recruiters have financial backgrounds and years of CFO recruiting experience
- ✓Extremely high return rate from clients who have used our services before
- ✓We are easy to work with — no high-pressure selling, ever
- ✓We have filled positions where retained search firms have failed
How We Find Your Perfect CFO
Our proven 4-step process has delivered 500+ placements since 2008.
Discovery Call
We learn your company, culture, industry and the exact CFO profile you need — not just a job description, but the right fit.
Targeted Search
We tap our database of 94,000+ candidates, direct recruiting, referral networks and professional organizations — no ads, ever.
Rigorous Screening
Every candidate passes our intensive multi-stage interview and vetting process. You only meet the very best — no wasted time.
Guaranteed Placement
You pay only when you hire. With our contingency option — the only financial obligation you'll ever have is when we deliver.
You Are in Good Hands
Join hundreds of satisfied clients across every industry nationwide.
"Mike and his team did an exceptional job finding our new CFO. We could not be happier."
"The process was smooth, quick and pain free. These guys are true professionals who understand how to find great CFOs."
"These are the go to guys when you need a CFO. A lot of people talk the talk, CFO Search delivers — plain and simple!"
"CFO Search came through for us after a retained search firm failed to deliver the right candidate — they get 5 stars in my book!"
"The hardest part for us was deciding which CFO to hire because all their candidates were truly exceptional!"
"A+ candidates and A+ service, what else could you want in a Search Firm?"
Let's Start Your
CFO Search Today
Contact us today — call, email or send a message. We respond the same day, every day. No retainer, no risk, no obligation whatsoever.