Brilliant

Brilliant Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire and contract practice specializing in accounting, finance, tax, audit and technology.

Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and information technology for the Greater Chicago, South Florida and Dallas-Fort Worth labor markets. The firm represents high-quality accounting, finance and information technology professionals and matches them with hiring companies throughout all industries looking to hire talent for

their teams or projects. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former hiring managers, and accounting and finance professionals from the Big 4 accounting firms, as well as other leading professionals in the industry. Since its inception in 2009, Brilliant has ranked on various lists including Forbes America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms three years in a row including No. 2 in 2018, Forbes America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms in 2017, Crain’s Chicago Business Fast 50 for five straight years including No. 1 in 2015, Staffing Industry Analysts Fastest-Growing U.S. Staffing Firms for four straight years including No. 2 in 2015, ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing Talent for North America four years in a row, Inc. 5000, Best Places to Work South Florida in 2017 and 2019, 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® six consecutive years, and others. To learn more about Brilliant, visit www.brilliantfs.com, call 312.582.1800 or follow on social media.

Yesterday, our Brilliant team had a great day sponsoring Illinois CPA Society's Not-for-Profit Symposium.We really enjoy...
06/05/2026

Yesterday, our Brilliant team had a great day sponsoring Illinois CPA Society's Not-for-Profit Symposium.

We really enjoyed the opportunity to connect with nonprofit and finance professionals and take part in important conversations on what is impacting the community. Thank you to the Illinois CPA Society for hosting another outstanding event and for our continued partnership.

It's  ! Today we feature a Senior Talent Solutions Manager from our Management Resources team, Scott. Read what a candid...
06/03/2026

It's ! Today we feature a Senior Talent Solutions Manager from our Management Resources team, Scott. Read what a candidate recently shared about their experience! Click here to reach out to Scott or leave him a review: https://bit.ly/4a3ja1b

Another incredible year at Bullhorn Engage!Last week, several of our Brilliant team leaders headed to Boston to dive int...
06/01/2026

Another incredible year at Bullhorn Engage!

Last week, several of our Brilliant team leaders headed to Boston to dive into the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of staffing.

This year’s conversations made one thing very clear: AI is no longer a future concept for staffing, it’s actively reshaping how firms drive growth, improve efficiency, and build stronger relationships. From smarter prospecting strategies to automation tools that enhance recruiter productivity and impact, the innovation happening across our industry is moving fast.

Our team left inspired with fresh ideas, valuable insights, and exciting new ways to continue delivering results for our clients and candidates.

A huge thank you to the Bullhorn team, speakers, and everyone we connected with throughout the event. Looking forward to putting these ideas into action and continuing to evolve alongside the future of staffing.

We’re proud to announce that Brilliant has once again been named a Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Natio...
05/21/2026

We’re proud to announce that Brilliant has once again been named a Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation® for 2026 by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR)!

This recognition reflects our continued commitment to fostering a workplace culture built on collaboration, transparency, innovation, and professional growth.

2026 marks the twelfth consecutive year Brilliant has received this award, a true testament to the incredible people who make our company what it is every day.

The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® program recognizes organizations that demonstrate excellence in employee engagement, human resource practices, and overall workplace culture.

Congratulations to our entire Brilliant team on this outstanding achievement!

To read the full press release, click here: https://bit.ly/4a2DqAy

Meet the newest addition to our Financial Search team, Brad Rhum. We’re excited to have you on board and proud to welcom...
05/15/2026

Meet the newest addition to our Financial Search team, Brad Rhum. We’re excited to have you on board and proud to welcome you to Brilliant!

As organizations scale, finance teams are being asked to deliver far more than accurate reporting and oversight. Operati...
05/14/2026

As organizations scale, finance teams are being asked to deliver far more than accurate reporting and oversight. Operational visibility, scalability, and decision support are becoming increasingly critical as organizations navigate growth and change.

Our latest blog explores how PE-backed and growth-oriented companies are reshaping accounting and finance functions and why the expectations for finance talent continue to evolve alongside the market. Read the full blog here: https://bit.ly/4twzWNA

It's  ! Today we feature a Senior Recruiter from our Financial Staffing team, Nick. Read what a candidate recently share...
05/13/2026

It's ! Today we feature a Senior Recruiter from our Financial Staffing team, Nick. Read what a candidate recently shared about their experience! Click here to reach out to Nick or leave him a review: https://bit.ly/48ZISnz

On Friday, we were proud to sponsor the Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS) Women’s Leadership Forum and spend the morning cele...
05/11/2026

On Friday, we were proud to sponsor the Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS) Women’s Leadership Forum and spend the morning celebrating the incredible women making an impact across the accounting and finance community.

It was great to connect with so many inspiring professionals and hear conversations centered around growth and supporting one another in the industry. We’re honored to be part of events that continue to strengthen the accounting and finance community.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. payroll employment increased by 115,000 in April, and the unemployment...
05/08/2026

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. payroll employment increased by 115,000 in April, and the unemployment rate remained the same at 4.3%. For the full jobs report, click here: https://bit.ly/42UczTl

Join us in welcoming Candra Brown and Natalie Amadio to the Brilliant team! Candra joins our Technology Staffing team as...
05/08/2026

Join us in welcoming Candra Brown and Natalie Amadio to the Brilliant team! Candra joins our Technology Staffing team as a Talent Solutions Manager and Natalie joins our Financial Staffing team as a Recruiter. We're so excited to have you both on board!

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Chicago, IL
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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
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