The Challenge
A healthcare nonprofit was struggling to find accounting support for its new Controller. The organization had contracted with a well-known executive search firm for six months, but the candidates they sourced did not meet the role’s basic qualifications.
The Controller, who had previously worked with Alliance Resource Group as a candidate, approached Alliance and asked for help finding talent with the experience required to successfully support their accounting function.
The Solution
Alliance recruiters held an in-depth intake call with the Controller and quickly identified the main deficiencies in the client’s previous search. After ensuring they had a firm understanding of the nonprofit’s requirements, the Alliance team identified four highly qualified candidates quickly – within just a week. Each candidate presented to the client had the requisite experience, education, and expertise to succeed in the role. After interviews were conducted, the lead candidate was offered and accepted a permanent role, ending the exhaustive search.
The Outcome
The Controller was extremely pleased with their new hire’s performance and began planning their promotion the second year after the Accountant was onboarded. Alliance’s candidate found a mentor in the Controller and a long-term placement on his career path.
Using a methodical client intake and strategic candidate screening, Alliance put another highly skilled candidate in a fulfilling role where they excelled.