Hiring a CFO? Here’s How to Know What Kind of Leader You Really Need
Hiring a CFO is not one-size-fits-all search. A startup racing toward product-market fit has very different financial needs than a mature company managing quarterly earnings, regulatory compliance, and investor expectations. Hiring the wrong fit at the wrong stage can lead to frustration, inefficiencies, and costly missteps. So, what kind of leader do you really need?
Interim CFOs vs. Fractional CFOs: Why Interim CFOs Add More Value
Making the right choice between hiring an interim CFO or using a fractional CFOs expertise can be a critical decision for businesses. It’s not just about getting someone to manage the numbers; it’s about finding the best fit for your specific needs.
2024 Finance Jobs Report & Salary Guide: Benchmark and Compare Salaries
Finance consultants can hit the ground running, but that doesn’t mean they can’t benefit from onboarding support. Here’s some tips to help them get started.
Fractional CFO vs. Interim CFO: Making the Right Financial Leadership Choice
For startups and small to midsize companies, seeking financial expertise is crucial for business growth and success. In such cases, considering the services of a fractional CFO or an interim CFO becomes essential. Explore the differences in these roles and when to opt for a fractional CFO or an interim CFO.
Hiring an Interim CFO? 6 Questions to Ask in Your Next Interview
Why hire an interim CFO? Typically interim CFOs are needed when companies must stabilize their finance function quickly in times of transition. Here are 6 questions to ask when you interview an interim CFO
Do You Need a Part-Time CFO or an Interim CFO?
When finance tasks start to take time away from other strategic areas of a company, CEOs are often faced with a dilemma: Do they hire an Interim CFO to get the company back on track, or hire a part-time CFO? Here’s a closer look at the needs for each CFO role.
When is it Time to Hire a CFO?
When is it time to hire a CFO? As your company grows, it’s always a good idea to take a look at the progress that has been made, where the company stands today, and where you’d like it to be in the future. When you consider future growth goals, think about what the company needs to get there. It may be time to hire a CFO who can define the strategic direction of the company and help drive success.
The Role of the CFO Has Evolved & So Has the Executive Search Process
The role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a pivotal role in a growth company, and it’s evolved beyond straight finance function. Clarity Executive Search specializes in recruiting finance executives and is used to find candidates with specific skills for unique executive roles. We say “unique” because every growth company has a particular situation […]
Optimize Working Capital with a Modern CFO
For small and medium-sized startup technology companies, investors are a huge focus. So what happens when investors start shying away from the company? For start up companies, investor funding is what fuels the workforce. While the company is setting itself up for growth, invested funds help drive talent acquisition, investments in technology and much more. […]
Executive Search Firms for Candidates vs. General Recruiters
Unlike general recruiters, an executive search firm specializing in finance executives for growth companies can connect you with the right companies and the right role.
The Evolution of Executive Search Technology
The role of a financial executive has shifted over the years, and today, the modern CFO wears many hats. Just as the role has evolved, the way companies recruit financial executives has evolved. Even the way executive searches are conducted has seen a lot of growth over the years. C-level executives of growth companies […]
Make Executive Search Part of Your Employee Retention Strategy
Why is employee retention so important? For a growing company, each individual part of the company is a crucial component. That means each employee plays an important role in working the machine and driving the company to grow. Building a company of engaged employees starts at the beginning. Making smart hiring decisions by way of […]