Osborne Financial

Osborne Financial Search is a Canadian executive search firm specialising in finance and accounting recruitment, focused on placing CFOs, directors of finance and VPs of finance in owner-managed and mid-sized companies. The company recognises that hiring the right CFO is critical to business success and offers specialist expertise in understanding the unique needs of owner-managed businesses. Osborne's team members have been deeply involved in the CFO and VP finance community for over 30 years combined.

The company's services include analysis of hiring needs, development of candidate profiles, comprehensive candidate research using proprietary search protocols, and best practice coaching for clients on the recruitment process. Osborne often advises clients on whether they should hire a VP Finance, CFO, director of finance or controller, including cost-benefit analysis. They typically produce a short list of thoroughly qualified candidates within three weeks, using extensive experience in the CFO community to identify suitable professionals.

Osborne Financial distinguishes itself by offering a one-year, no-fault, full-replacement guarantee on every CFO and VP Finance placement, standing behind the quality of their work. The company's approach involves detailed 360-degree business analysis, comprehensive candidate screening using the WHO methodology, multiple rounds of interviews, reference checks and careful closing and negotiation. This rigorous, structured process reflects their commitment to getting the right fit between candidate, organisation and role.