Recruiter- Finance and Accounting

Randstad USA • Full-time • Chicago, Illinois, United States • 1w ago

Tired of the accounting grind - and the paycheck that barely moves?
If month-end close feels like Groundhog Day and the thought of another reconciliation makes you want to hide, you're not alone.
What if you could take your accounting skills into a role that's more dynamic, people-focused, and offers real opportunities to increase your income?

The Talent Solutions Manager (TSM) ensures customer satisfaction by matching the staffing needs of clients with the skills and experience of the best talent. The TSM utilizes tools and technology to enhance the talent experience. They work collaboratively across different areas to develop new lead sources and maintain a strong pool of talent. The TSM also manages placed talent and promotes their development, to achieve desired client outcomes and assignment retention. Additionally, the TSM is responsible for building and maintaining internal partnerships with assigned Client Development Manager colleagues. The TSM will use their discretion and independent judgment regarding significant matters that are directly related to the management and operation of the business.

What you get to do:

Proactively source active and passive candidates using various channels, while adopting innovative tools and strategies to attract top talent.
Evaluate client talent requirements and align them with candidate skills and experience to find suitable matches.
Manage the hiring and placement process, making informed decisions.
Research, identify, recruit, screen, interview, and select candidates for client-specific job profiles and new business opportunities.
Develop and execute effective recruiting plans to maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates that aligns with client needs, utilizing all available candidate attraction methods.
Prepare candidates for client interviews, conduct compensation analyses, and present competitive offer packages.
Stay informed about market trends and collaborate with assigned Client Solutions Managers to anticipate future needs and offer valuable insights for their daily operations.
Establish targeted business recruiting plans to build a pipeline of candidates that fulfill key job requirements.
Utilize various social media platforms to amplify our brand's visibility and reach. Share engaging content, including job postings, company culture highlights, employee testimonials, and industry news, to attract and connect with potential candidates. Actively participate in relevant online communities and groups to establish our presence and foster relationships with talented individuals.
Foster community involvement and business networking.

Talent Recruitment:

Proactively source active and passive candidates using various channels, while adopting innovative tools and strategies to attract top talent.
Evaluate client talent requirements and align them with candidate skills and experience to find suitable matches.
Manage the hiring and placement process, making informed decisions.
Research, identify, recruit, screen, interview, and select candidates for client-specific job profiles and new business opportunities.
Develop and execute effective recruiting plans to maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates that aligns with client needs, utilizing all available candidate attraction methods.
Prepare candidates for client interviews, conduct compensation analyses, and present competitive offer packages.
Stay informed about market trends and collaborate with assigned Client Solutions Managers to anticipate future needs and offer valuable insights for their daily operations.
Establish targeted business recruiting plans to build a pipeline of candidates that fulfill key job requirements.
Utilize various social media platforms to amplify our brand's visibility and reach. Share engaging content, including job postings, company culture highlights, employee testimonials, and industry news, to attract and connect with potential candidates. Actively participate in relevant online communities and groups to establish our presence and foster relationships with talented individuals.
Foster community involvement and business networking.
Utilize various technologies, such as video interviewing and chat platforms, to enhance the candidate and client experience.

Talent Management:

Manage the disciplinary process for talent.
Provide excellent customer service and promptly address talent or client issues to support client operations.
Interact regularly with placed talent to ensure job satisfaction and to identify additional opportunities with current clients or future redeployment possibilities.
Help candidates evaluate multiple job opportunities and choose the best fit.
Ensure compliance with Randstad's policies, EEO laws and client requirements by coordinating applicant screenings (background checks, assessments, and drug tests) and mitigate risks.

What you need to bring:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field highly preferred
CPA, CMA, CFA Certification a plus
3+ years of business experience and/or
2+ year in recruiting professional roles
Previous experience and/or background in Finance & Accounting highly preferred includes internship at accounting firms
Proficiency using Google mail, calendaring and shared drives
Excellent communication, presentation, and customer service skills. Builds lasting relationships based on honesty and integrity. Unsurpassed level of professionalism and can develop strong working relationships at all levels
Proven success using social media and online platforms to build relationships and generate talent leads. Closing skills and the ability to identify and meet customer needs
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, tax laws, auditing, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
Ability to work independently, multi-task, and effectively prioritize workload in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to adapt to new technologies or processes