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Frontline Source Group is Phoenix's specialized accounting and finance executive search firm, placing CFOs, Controllers, Directors of Finance, and senior accounting leaders into Phoenix-area companies across technology, pharmacy, dental, manufacturing, and financial services. Founded in 2004 with 32+ offices nationwide, Frontline holds a 5.0-star Trustpilot rating from 664+ reviews, a 9-time ClearlyRated Best of Staffing recognition, a 98.94% executive retention rate, and 5,619+ completed placements. Every direct-hire placement is backed by a 5-Year Placement Warranty (20x the 90-day industry standard).

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The Phoenix Financial Talent Gap

Phoenix is at the epicenter of a major economic shift. As technology, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors expand across the Valley, the demand for high-level financial stewardship has outpaced supply.

The challenges facing Phoenix employers in 2026:

  • Demographic Cliffs: A significant percentage of senior CPAs have reached retirement age, creating a vacuum at the Controller and CFO level.
  • Digital Transformation: Modern finance leaders must now be data architects. The ideal candidate must navigate AI integration, automation, and complex ERP implementations.
  • Competition: Top-tier candidates in Phoenix often receive multiple offers within days. Speed and precision in the hiring process are non-negotiable.

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Don't leave your fiscal strategy to chance. Discuss your executive search requirements with our specialized recruiters.


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What executive accounting and finance roles do we place in Phoenix?

Frontline's Phoenix executive search practice is built around the senior end of the finance org chart. The roles below represent the most common openings; the ItemList schema covers the broader set our recruiters fill across the Valley.

C-Suite & VP Level
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • Chief Accounting Officer (CAO)
  • VP of Finance
  • VP of Internal Audit
  • Director of FP&A
Controllership & Tax
  • Corporate Controller
  • Assistant Controller
  • Director of Tax
  • Director of Financial Reporting
  • Senior Audit Manager

How does our Phoenix executive search methodology work?

Filling a CFO or Controller seat right requires a deliberate process. Here is how Frontline delivers Phoenix executive search results:

Phoenix-Specific Networks

We do not rely on job boards. Our success is built on years of relationship-building with passive candidates across the Valley: leaders who are currently employed but open to the right strategic move.

Industry Expertise

Finance looks different in manufacturing than it does in SaaS. Our recruiters specialize in Phoenix's key industries, ensuring your new CFO understands your specific revenue recognition and compliance environment.

Cultural Alignment

A resume cannot tell you whether a finance leader will mesh with your board and executive team. We assess leadership style and soft skills to support long-term retention and synergy.

Accelerated Timeline

An empty executive seat costs money. We streamline the interview and vetting process, delivering a shortlist of qualified leaders significantly faster than traditional methods.

Executive Accounting and Finance positions we place in Phoenix include the following:

 

Chief Financial Officer - CFO

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Staff and Senior Accountant

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Accounting Manager

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Assistant Controller

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Controller

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Financial Analyst

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Finance Manager

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Director of Finance

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VP of Finance

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... and also Financial Reporting, Treasury, Fixed Assets

 

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Phoenix Accounting and Finance Executive Search: Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Phoenix accounting and finance executive search firm do?
A Phoenix accounting and finance executive search firm sources, vets, and places senior finance leaders into Phoenix-area companies. Frontline Source Group fills CFO, Chief Accounting Officer, Controller, Assistant Controller, Director of Finance, VP of Finance, Director of FP&A, Director of Tax, Director of Financial Reporting, and senior audit roles on a direct-hire and confidential-search basis.
How long does it take to hire a CFO or Controller in Phoenix?
For senior accounting and finance roles in Phoenix, Frontline Source Group typically presents a vetted shortlist within 48 to 72 hours of the intake call. Total time-to-hire on confidential CFO or Controller searches generally runs three to six weeks, with most of that time spent on client-side interviews and offer alignment, not on candidate sourcing.
How much does it cost to use an executive search firm in Phoenix?
Direct-hire executive search fees are typically quoted as a percentage of the candidate's first-year base salary, generally 20% to 30% for senior accounting and finance roles depending on confidentiality, scope, and difficulty. Frontline Source Group provides a transparent flat or contingent fee structure on intake and backs every direct hire with a 5-Year Placement Warranty.
Does Frontline Source Group offer a placement guarantee in Phoenix?
Yes. Frontline Source Group offers a 5-Year Placement Warranty on direct-hire accounting and finance placements in Phoenix, which is 20x the 90-day industry standard. If a direct-hire placement leaves or is terminated within five years, Frontline provides a replacement search. The warranty reflects a 98.94% executive retention rate and 9-time ClearlyRated Best of Staffing recognition.
What accounting and finance roles do you place in Phoenix?
Frontline Source Group places the full Phoenix accounting and finance org chart, including Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Accounting Officer (CAO), Corporate Controller and Assistant Controller, Director of Finance and VP of Finance, VP of Internal Audit, Director of FP&A, Director of Tax, Director of Financial Reporting, Senior Audit Manager, Senior and Staff Accountant, Financial Analyst, plus Treasury, Fixed Assets, and ERP/financial-systems roles.
Do you place CFOs for Phoenix technology, healthcare, and manufacturing companies?
Yes. Phoenix's technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and financial-services sectors are core verticals for Frontline Source Group's accounting and finance executive search practice. Frontline places fractional and full-time CFOs, Controllers, and FP&A leaders into Series A through pre-IPO companies and established enterprises across Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, and Glendale.
Are there fees for accounting and finance candidates working with Frontline?
No. There is never a cost to candidates. Frontline Source Group is paid by the hiring company. Accounting and finance professionals in Phoenix can apply at frontlinesourcegroup.com/how-to-apply.html and work directly with a senior recruiter, not a screening bot.
Where is Frontline Source Group's Phoenix office located?
Frontline Source Group's Phoenix office is at 2415 East Camelback Road, Suite 701, Phoenix, AZ 85016. Phone: (602) 281-6591. Office hours are Monday through Thursday 7:00am to 5:00pm, and Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm. Frontline Source Group has been operating since 2004 and now runs 32+ offices nationwide.

Hiring in Phoenix? Connect with Frontline's accounting and finance executive search team to discuss your CFO, Controller, or senior finance opening. Call (602) 281-6591 or submit a hire request.

Accounting or finance professional in Phoenix? Apply at How to Apply. There is no cost to candidates and your application goes to a senior recruiter, not a screening bot.

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Frontline Source Group Staffing Employment Agency

Frontline Source Group

2415 East Camelback Road, Suite 701, Phoenix, Arizona 85016

Phone: (602) 281-6591

Monday through Thursday: 7:00am-5:00pm
Friday: 7:00am-4:00pm

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Last Updated: 27 Apr 2026