Strategic recruiting for critical finance roles.
Trusted staffing and recruiting solutions for Boston’s accounting and finance teams.
When the right hire really matters
For more than 20 years, our accounting and finance search practice has partnered with Boston-area organizations to build strong, future-ready teams. From startups to established mid-market firms, we connect employers with the professionals who keep business performance on track and growing.
We specialize in helping mid-career professionals make meaningful transitions—such as moving from public accounting to private industry roles—as well as supporting organizations seeking to strengthen their financial leadership.
Whether you need a staff accountant, accounting manager, payroll specialist, FP&A analyst, or finance director, ProPivotal’s expertise ensures you’ll meet candidates who are not only qualified, but aligned with your culture, goals, and long-term vision.
A direct hire process designed for precision and discretion
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Strategic intake
We meet with CFOs, controllers, or hiring leaders to understand business needs, culture, and compensation structure.
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Pipeline activation
We leverage curated networks to identify passive and active candidates with the right mix of skill and ambition.
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Confidential outreach
We build trust with candidates, ensuring confidential, high-quality conversations.
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Curated shortlists
You’ll receive only the most aligned candidates. No resume floods, no wasted time.
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Smooth hiring experience
We support interviews, negotiations, and onboarding to ensure a clean and confident close.
Our Core Direct Hire Specialties
Finance fluency
Finance fluency
Our recruiters speak your language because they’ve spent years working exclusively in the accounting and finance space.
Curated pipelines
Curated pipelines
We prioritize quality over quantity. You’ll receive a shortlist of handpicked candidates who align with your technical needs and company culture.
Confidentiality at every step
Confidentiality at every step
We understand the importance of confidentiality in key searches. Our seasoned recruiters approach the search process with utmost care and consideration of confidentiality.
Deep referral networks
Deep referral networks
We leverage established, trusted connections across Boston’s finance community, after spending years in this space.
Track record of success
Track record of success
Our team has helped organizations across accounting, corporate finance, financial services, and REIT sectors build high-impact teams that drive performance and stability.
Where we specialize
Senior accountants, accounting managers, and controllers.
Senior Accounting Roles
Analysts and FP&A professionals who drive strategy forward.
Financial 
Planning & Analysis
Tax Specialists and compliance-focused talent who protect the organization.
Tax & Compliance
Proven track record in sourcing for REITs and mid-market financial organizations.
REIT & Financial Services
Our core specialties
Healthcare
2,000+ CNAs, LPNs, MAs, RNs hired the last 5 years. Reliable, caring, detailed. We only hire the best.
Asset Management & Financial Services
20+ year client partnerships in the industry. Specializing in mid-career financial professionals.
Higher Education
22 years as a preferred staffing partner for MIT and Colleges of the Fenway.
Accounting & Finance
Specialty in Real Estate (REIT), mid-career transitions from public to private as well as general accounting roles in the Boston area.
Professional & Administrative
Access the best Boston-based talent in administrative, customer service, call center, and more.
Technology
AI, cybersecurity, cloud, software, and beyond. We connect Boston’s fastest-growing companies with the tech talent that builds what’s next.
Our core services
A better way to hire senior finance talent
Let’s build your finance team with precision.