MRA Search - Accounting and Finance Recruiters

01/15/2026

An article from the past on our blog:

Much of today's recruiting activity is online, so it can be difficult to stand out on job search web sites like Linked In and Indeed. First impressions can be everything, especially in today's competitive job market, and your online résumé is what most employers and recruiters see first. A

12/13/2025

Happy Holidays from MRA Search!!!

12/04/2025

Brainstorming about the current state of the job market and the recruiting/staffing/search industry here.

Overall, this is a client market I would say and am confident that most people would agree.

Hopefully, the pendulum should be in the equilibrium position in the next 6-15 months.

We have jobs. However, the interview process can be long and extremely detailed.

Please note: If the longer than average and highly detailed process produces the great results, for example, an A+++ player/candidate ends up getting hired and adding a high level of value on Day 1. Also, over time, the candidate is consistently successful. Well, the long process was 100% worth it.

This is just my two cents.

I know I get complaints about my response times on postings here and there, but we are getting thousands and thousands of applicants.

I would say 80-85% of the applicants are extremely high quality.

Personally, I have not seen this high volume combined with the top tier quality level of candidates in my 25 year career.

It is always interesting to see what happens in the future- hopefully, the Pendulum finds the coveted Equilibrium position very soon.

We are planning on having our record year in 2026. I am confident and excited that we will accomplish this goal.

Have a great rest of your week and weekend! Thank you for support!

11/18/2025

Our new mass email campaign.

As Thanksgiving approaches, we want to pause and express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who’s been part of the MRA Search network this year.

Whether you’re a longtime client, a new candidate, or one of the many professionals who have partnered with us along the way - thank you for trusting us with your career and hiring needs. Your support and collaboration have helped make 2025 one of our most successful years yet!

We’re currently managing six active Accounting and Finance openings and reviewing an incredible number of talented applicants. We appreciate your patience as our team carefully reviews every submission. We are genuinely thankful for the opportunity to connect with so many exceptional professionals!

If you haven’t already, we’d love to stay connected and continue growing our professional network:

Follow our Company Page:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/mra-search/

Join our Finance & Accounting Group:
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/2777864/)

Connect with us personally:
Ed McAlexander - Managing Director of MRA Search:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmcalexander/

Avery Clem - Chief Administrative Officer:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/averyclem/

You can view all our current openings here:
https://www.mrasearch.net/jobs/

Or visit us anytime at:
https://www.mrasearch.net/ to learn more about what we do.

From all of us here at MRA Search, we wish you a season filled with gratitude, connection, and continued success.

Happy Thanksgiving!

11/02/2025

Apologies- Avery and I have found out a way to get just a little bit more organized. Still behind on applications but not as stressed. I will need to have updates on the roles this week.

Thank you for your patience and understanding and support!

10/21/2025

This is our mass email format for the next 10 days.

We’re excited to share some great news — October has been a record month for MRA Search, and we also just passed 10,000 followers on our LinkedIn Company Page! 🎉

A huge thank-you to everyone who’s been part of our network — from longtime partners to new connections who helped us reach this milestone.

We currently have 11 active finance and accounting job openings, and we’re reviewing a large number of applications right now, so we truly appreciate your patience as we carefully go through each one.

If you haven’t already, we’d love to stay connected and continue growing our professional network:

Follow our Company Page: https://lnkd.in/evqujBDS

Join our Finance & Accounting - MRA Search Group: https://lnkd.in/eWgsM4d3

Connect with us personally:

Ed McAlexander- Managing Director of MRA Search:
https://lnkd.in/eK2qxDtY

Avery Clem - Chief Administrative Officer:
https://lnkd.in/etGpT3dw

You can view all our current openings here:
https://lnkd.in/e6AWXWg

Or visit us anytime at www.mrasearch.net to learn more about what we do.

Thank you again for being part of our growing MRA Search community — and for helping make October one of our best months ever!

Many Happy Returns! Thank you for your continued support!

Ed McAlexander, Managing Director

And

Avery Clem, CAO

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10/20/2025

We just passed 10,000 followers officially today on the MRA Search Company page on LinkedIn.

A special Thank you to the long time followers as well as the new followers who pushed us past the 10,000 mark.

We have a ton of applications to go through.

Big Favor: Please send me a LinkedIn invite when you apply to one of the jobs and follow us on our LinkedIn company page.

I recently had a candidate ask if sending me a LinkedIn invite and following the MRA Search company page were required. I said no they are not required, BUT everyone does it! I mean sending the LinkedIn invite as well as following the MRA Search company page on LinkedIn.

He felt taken back and seemed confused. So, I directed him to use Robert Half.

Both the candidate and Robert Half are LUVING it.

Did you see what I did there?

Many Happy Returns!!! Thank you for your support!! 🙏🎯🏆🥇

10/15/2025

We have come out of the gates extremely fast here and had an amazing start to our 4th Quarter of 2025.

We are looking to finish strong here in 2025.

Overall, with all things considered. 2025 has been a good year for us. It could have been better, but it also could have not been not as high revenue wise.

However, our goal for 2026 is the Holy Grail. We are definitely going to have our record year in 2026.

If for whatever reason or reasons, we just do happen to fall short of our record year and stretch goals: as always as the MRA Search mantra goes- we will have left EVERYTHING on the field.

Thanks for the support everyone!

10/08/2025

This is our new Mass Email format for October:

This month’s update highlights three key areas: our available job openings, a special focus on technology leadership talent, and a curated list of standout Accounting & Finance professionals available for new opportunities.

Current Job Openings:

Here are our current job openings listed on our website. You can view them here: MRA Job Listings or on our LinkedIn Company Page to apply directly.

We have a high volume of applicants, so please be patient as we review and respond as quickly as we can.

Let’s Talk Tech!

You already trust us to deliver top Accounting & Finance talent — from staff level to the office of the CFO. Now, let us help you hire the tech leaders who work alongside your CFOs to drive innovation.

We’ve recently helped clients win the fierce competition for Data & Analytics talent, with successful placements including:

3 Data Scientists

VP of Data Science

VP of AI

Chief Data Officer

CTOs for 2 private equity data-driven SaaS portcos

Whether you’re ready to hire now, planning for future growth, or simply want to talk tech strategy — we’re here when you are.

Let’s connect.

Featured Candidates – Accounting & Finance

This month, we’re highlighting exceptional Accounting & Finance candidates currently in the market:

Candidate 1 – Accounting Manager

CPA, Bachelor’s in Accounting

3 years Large Public Accounting firm experience

4 years Private Industry/Public Company experience

Currently at $160k base plus bonus potential

Candidate 2 – Controller/Assistant Controller

CPA, Bachelor’s in Accounting

6 years Big 4 experience (Manager level) + 4 years Private Industry

Strong G/L, close, and supervisory experience

Excellent presentation & communication skills

Currently at $220k base plus bonus potential (selectively looking)

Candidate 3 – Director of Accounting/Controller

CPA, Bachelor’s & Master’s in Accounting

~10 years Big 4 experience (Senior Audit Manager)

20 years total (Big 4 + $3B Public Company)

Strong Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting background

Seeking $325k–$375k total package

Candidate 4 – VP of Finance / Senior Director of Finance

MBA from a Top 10 School

4 years Investment Banking, 3 years Big 4 (M&A Group)

Extensive M&A, FP&A, and financial modeling experience

Currently at $300k base (selectively looking)

Candidate 5 – Controller

CPA, 19 years Public Accounting experience

13 years Big 4 (Senior Manager level)

Extensive SEC & Technical Accounting background

Excellent presentation & communication skills

Seeking $280k–$310k base plus bonus/equity

Candidate 6 – VP of Finance / Senior Director of Finance

MBA from a Top 10 School

20+ years Public Company/Private Industry experience

6+ years Big 4 Consulting / Project Management

Strong M&A, FP&A, and strategic finance expertise

Seeking $285k–$325k base plus bonus/equity

If you’d like to connect with any of these candidates, please email me [email protected]

Thank you so much for your continued trust in MRA Search.

09/24/2025

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mra-search_i-promise-you-that-i-am-not-trying-to-be-activity-7376432360541671424-qUC0?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&rcm=ACoAAAAf4WQBAYOg2ImQLaip9kGLL7Rwe9eQQtQ

I promise you that I am not trying to be mean here, but I am extremely meticulous about the process here. Every candidate has to fill out a questionnaire so we have something on record so to speak. If the questionnaire is not filled out completely: I do not have a target. Without a target, I cannot....