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Finding the right accounting and finance staffing agency in Florida takes more than a Google search. With dozens of firms competing for your business, each making similar promises about quality, speed, and service, it can be genuinely difficult to know who’s worth your time before you’ve already spent it.

Our team created this list from the inside out. At 4 Corner Resources, we’ve spent over two decades placing accounting and finance professionals across Florida and beyond, which means we know this landscape well enough to evaluate it honestly. We know what separates a firm with deep finance recruiting expertise from one that dabbles in it. We know which credentials and awards actually reflect real service quality and which are essentially purchased. And we know what Florida employers actually need when the pressure is on to fill a critical financial role.

Every agency on this list has a verified Florida presence, a genuine focus on accounting and finance placements, and a demonstrated track record of client satisfaction. From accounting temp agencies filling immediate contract needs to finance recruiting firms running confidential executive searches, the range of what these firms offer and how well they do it varies considerably. We’re included too, but we’ll let our credentials speak for themselves. Whether you’re looking to fill a staff accountant position next week or conducting a confidential CFO search, this guide will help you find the right accounting and finance staffing partner in Florida for the job.

The Best Accounting & Finance Staffing Agencies in Florida

How to Choose an Accounting & Finance Staffing Agency in Florida

Not all staffing agencies are built the same, and the differences matter more in accounting and finance than in almost any other field. A generalist firm can fill an administrative role on short notice, but placing a corporate controller or a VP of Finance requires recruiters who actually speak the language – people who understand the difference between a Big 4 background and regional public accounting experience, or know why CPA licensure matters for one role and not another. Before you start making calls, there are a few things worth clarifying.

  • Look for verified third-party recognition. A firm’s own marketing will always paint a flattering picture, but what you want is independent validation. ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing awards are based on real client and candidate survey data, making them among the more reliable indicators of service quality in this industry. Tenure is another signal worth weighing. A firm that has been placing finance and accounting professionals in Florida for a decade or more has built the kind of candidate relationships and market knowledge that newer entrants simply haven’t had time to develop.
  • Match the agency to the type of hire you need. Some firms are built for high-volume temporary and contract staffing. Others are structured around direct hire and executive search. The best partners handle the full spectrum, but it’s worth understanding where a firm’s real strength lies before assuming they’re equally capable across all placement types. If you’re running a confidential CFO search, you want a firm that does that regularly, not one that treats it as an occasional exception.
  • Ask specifically about their Florida market presence. National reach is valuable, but local market knowledge is what actually moves the needle on candidate quality. Recruiters who are embedded in the Florida business community, attend local events, and maintain relationships with passive candidates across Tampa, Orlando, Miami, and beyond will consistently surface better talent than a firm that routes your search through a distant office with limited regional context. You can learn more about what that looks like in practice by checking out our hiring and salary guide for current market benchmarks.

At a Glance: Florida Accounting & Finance Staffing Agencies

AgencyFlorida LocationsServicesClearlyRated Rating
4 Corner ResourcesOrlando (HQ)Temp, Direct Hire, Executive Search5 stars
Accounting NowMiami, Ft. Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Orlando, TampaContract, Temp, Direct Hire, Executive Search4.8 stars
Aston CarterTampa, Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Orlando, JacksonvilleContract, Direct Hire4.5 stars
Beacon HillTampaContract, Direct Hire, Executive Search4.8 stars
Insight GlobalTampa, Orlando, Miami + moreContract, Direct Hire4.6 stars
KforceTampa (HQ), Orlando, Miami, Ft. LauderdaleContract, Direct Hire4.6 stars
Ledgent Finance & AccountingTampa, West Palm BeachTemp, Direct Hire, Executive Search4.8 stars
Robert HalfOrlando, Tampa, Ft. Myers, Ft. Lauderdale, West Palm Beach + moreContract, Temp, Direct Hire
StevenDouglasSunrise (HQ, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, West Palm Beach, MiamiDirect Hire, Executive Search, Interim
VacoTampa, Orlando, JacksonvilleContract, Direct Hire

4 Corner Resources

Yes, that’s us, and we’re not going to be shy about making the case for why we belong at the top of this list, alphabetical order aside.

4 Corner Resources has been placing accounting and finance professionals across Florida and beyond since 2005. Founded in Orlando, we’ve grown into one of the most recognized staffing and recruiting firms in the country, earning a spot on Forbes’ Best Recruiting Firms and Best Temporary Staffing Firms in America lists, a distinction very few agencies can claim across both categories. For seven consecutive years, ClearlyRated has recognized us as the top-rated staffing firm in Central Florida, and our 2026 five-star, Five-Year Gold Award reflects what our clients actually say about working with us, not what we say about ourselves.

What separates us from the larger firms on this list is focus. We’re not trying to be everything to everyone. Our accounting and finance recruiting practice is staffed by recruiters who specialize in this space specifically, people who understand the technical nuances of a financial close, know the difference between a CPA who thrives in public accounting and one who’s better suited for industry, and have spent years building the kind of candidate relationships that don’t show up in a job posting. When you need a controller hired in three weeks or a CFO search handled with discretion, that depth of knowledge matters.

Our staffing services span the full spectrum, from temporary and contract placements for immediate needs to direct hire and executive search for roles that demand a more rigorous process. We’re also a proud member of the American Staffing Association, which reflects our commitment to ethical, professional recruiting standards across every engagement.

Florida is our home market. We know the talent landscape in Orlando, Tampa, Miami, Jacksonville, and the markets in between at a level that firms routing searches through out-of-state offices simply can’t replicate. And while we serve clients across all 50 states, our reputation as a leading Florida accounting and finance staffing agency is something we’ve earned placement by placement over two decades.

Jobs Filled: Accounting Assistant, Accounting Clerk, Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Controller, Assistant Controller, Auditor, Billing Specialist, Bookkeeper, Certified Public Accountant, Chief Financial Officer, Collections Specialist, Credit Specialist, Data Analyst, Finance Director, Financial Analyst, Loan Officer, Staff Accountant, Treasurer, Underwriter, and more.  

Locations Served: Based in Orlando, we serve clients across all 50 states, with a particular depth of expertise across Florida’s major markets.

ClearlyRated Client Rating: 5 stars

Google Rating: 4.9 stars

Contact: 407-872-1521

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Accounting Now

Accounting Now, a division of SNI Companies, specializes in accounting and finance placements across contract, temporary, direct-hire, and executive-search engagements. Their recruiters focus exclusively on finance and accounting roles, which gives them a working knowledge of the technical demands of these positions that generalist firms often lack. Their client base spans boutique accounting firms and large financial institutions, and their service model is flexible enough to support both high-volume contract needs and senior-level permanent searches.

With offices across Florida’s major markets, Accounting Now is well-positioned to support local employers and multistate organizations with Florida-based hiring needs.

Jobs Filled: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Controller, Financial Analyst, Internal Audit, Payroll Analyst, SEC Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant, Tax, and more.

Locations Served: Miami/Doral, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Orlando, and Tampa.

ClearlyRated Client Rating: 4.8 stars

Aston Carter

Aston Carter is a large national staffing firm specializing in accounting, finance, human resources, procurement, and supply chain placements. Operating as a specialized sub-brand under Actalent, they have been active in the staffing industry for over 28 years and maintain a finance and accounting practice that Staffing Industry Analysts ranks among the largest in the United States.

For Florida employers, their recruiters work across contract and direct hire engagements, covering everything from project-based accounting support to permanent finance leadership hires.

Jobs Filled: Accounting Manager, Credit Analyst, Business Analyst, Director of Finance, Controller, Finance Manager, Financial Analyst, Cost Accountant, Payroll Analyst, and more.

Locations Served: Tampa, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Jacksonville.

ClearlyRated Client Rating: 4.5 stars

Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill Financial is the finance and accounting division of Beacon Hill, a national staffing firm serving clients across a broad range of professional disciplines. Their financial practice covers placements at every level, from accounts payable and receivable support to controller and CFO searches, with service options spanning contract staffing, direct hire, and executive search.

Their Tampa office serves Florida employers across industries, with a consultative approach that prioritizes understanding the specific financial environment and role requirements before presenting candidates.

Jobs Filled: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Corporate Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Payroll, Taxation, Nonprofit & Government Accounting, and more.

Locations Served: Tampa.

ClearlyRated Client Rating: 4.8 stars

Insight Global

Insight Global is a large international staffing firm headquartered in Atlanta, with a broad service offering spanning IT, accounting and finance, healthcare, engineering, legal, and more. Their accounting and finance practice connects employers with professionals for contract and direct-hire engagements, supported by a recruiting team that leverages both local market knowledge and a nationwide candidate network.

With one of the most extensive footprints in Florida among firms on this list, Insight Global is a practical option for organizations that need staffing support across multiple disciplines or locations simultaneously.

Jobs Filled: Accountant, Bookkeeper, Certified Public Accountant, Controller, Chartered Financial Analyst, Financial Advisor, and more.

Locations Served: Tampa, Orlando, Miami, and more than a dozen additional Florida markets.

ClearlyRated Client Rating: 4.6 stars

Kforce

Kforce is a publicly traded professional staffing firm headquartered in Tampa, Florida, with a practice focused specifically on technology, finance, and accounting placements. That focused scope, just two verticals rather than a sprawling generalist model, means their finance and accounting recruiters aren’t spread thin across unrelated disciplines.

Kforce brings enterprise-level relationships and resources to both large organizations and mid-sized businesses across Florida and nationally. Their contract and direct-hire services cover a wide range of finance and accounting roles, supported by decades of local market knowledge rooted in Tampa.

Jobs Filled: Financial Planning & Analysis, Data & Analytics, Regulatory & Compliance, Transactional & Operational Accounting, and more.

Locations Served: Tampa, Orlando,  Miami, and Fort Lauderdale.

ClearlyRated Client Rating: 4.6 stars

Ledgent Finance & Accounting

Ledgent Finance & Accounting is a division of Roth Staffing Companies that focuses exclusively on accounting and finance placements. Unlike many firms where finance is one practice among many, Ledgent’s entire business is built around this single discipline, which shapes how its recruiters approach candidate sourcing, screening, and placement.

Their service options include temporary, temp-to-hire, direct hire, and executive search, giving employers flexibility depending on the nature and urgency of the hire. Ledgent serves Florida employers through three offices, covering the Orlando, Tampa, and West Palm Beach markets.

Jobs Filled: Accountant, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bookkeeper, Chief Financial Officer, Controller, Credit & Collections, Director of Finance, Financial Planner, Accounting Manager, and more.

Locations Served: Tampa and West Palm Beach.

ClearlyRated Client Rating: 4.8 stars

Robert Half

Robert Half is one of the most widely recognized names in accounting and finance staffing, with a history in the industry spanning more than seven decades. Their finance and accounting practice covers the full range of placement types, including contract, temporary, and direct hire, supported by a network of more than 300 locations worldwide.

For Florida employers, Robert Half maintains offices across the state’s major markets, giving them broad geographic coverage and local recruiter presence in most areas where finance talent is concentrated. Their recruiters focus specifically on finance and accounting roles at every level, from staff accountants and payroll specialists to controllers and CFOs.

Jobs Filled: Accounts Payable Manager, Accounts Receivable Specialist, Bookkeeper, Billing Specialist, Collections Specialist, Financial Analyst, Corporate Controller, and more.

Locations Served: Orlando, Tampa, Fort Myers, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, St. Petersburg, and more.

StevenDouglas

StevenDouglas is a Florida-founded search and interim resources firm that has been operating since 1983, originally established in Miami before expanding to its current headquarters in Sunrise. Their finance and accounting practice covers executive search, professional recruiting, and interim resources, with particular depth in mid-level management to C-suite placements across industries.

Their client base spans emerging middle-market companies, Fortune 500 organizations, and private equity and venture capital firms, which reflects the seniority level at which they typically operate. With offices across Florida’s major markets and a presence in more than 25 locations nationwide, StevenDouglas brings both local Florida knowledge and national reach to senior finance and accounting searches.

Jobs Filled: Chief Financial Officer, Controller, Cost Accounting, Budgeting & Forecasting, IT Audit, Forensic Audit, Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax Accounting, and more.

Locations Served: Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, West Palm Beach, and Miami.

Vaco

Vaco, now operating as the talent solutions division of Highspring, provides contract staffing and direct hire services with a focus on accounting and finance, technology and digital, and human resources and operations. Their finance and accounting recruiters work across a range of roles and seniority levels, from staff accountants to CFOs, supported by a global talent network and local office presence across Florida.

Vaco’s model integrates staffing with broader consulting and managed services capabilities through its parent organization, which can be an advantage for employers seeking more than a traditional staffing engagement.

Jobs Filled: Bookkeeper, Chief Financial Officer, Controller, Finance Manager, Financial Analyst, Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, Operational Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant, and more.

Locations Served: Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, and South Florida.

Find the Right Accounting & Finance Staffing Partner in Florida

Florida’s finance and accounting talent market is competitive enough that who you partner with to fill critical roles genuinely matters. The agencies on this list represent the best options available in the state, each with verified Florida presence, demonstrated specialization in finance and accounting, and a track record of client satisfaction. But a list can only take you so far.

At 4 Corner Resources, we’ve spent over two decades doing this work in Florida, and we’d put our track record up against anyone on this list. We’re not the biggest firm here, and we’ll never pretend to be. What we are is deeply specialized, genuinely invested in every search we take on, and accountable to the results that have kept clients coming back for years, which is what separates the best finance recruiters in Florida from the rest. Our accounting and finance recruiting team knows this market, knows the candidates, and knows how to move quickly without cutting corners.

Whether you need a staff accountant placed next week or a CFO search handled with discretion over the next month, we’re ready to have a real conversation about what you’re looking for. Tell us who you’re looking for, and we’ll take it from there.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an accounting and finance staffing agency do?

An accounting and finance staffing agency connects employers with qualified finance professionals for temporary, contract, direct-hire, and executive-search engagements. Rather than relying solely on job postings, these firms maintain active candidate networks and leverage their industry knowledge to match employers with professionals who meet both the technical requirements and the role’s culture. For employers, that means faster access to vetted candidates and a recruiting process managed by people who understand the finance and accounting space specifically.

How much does it cost to use an accounting and finance staffing agency?

For employers, the cost varies by placement type. Temporary and contract staffing is typically billed as a markup on the employee’s hourly rate, covering wages, payroll taxes, benefits, and the agency’s fee. Direct-hire placements are generally billed as a percentage of the hired candidate’s first-year salary, typically ranging from 15 to 25 percent, depending on the role’s seniority and the agency. Job seekers are never charged a fee; the employer covers the placement costs.

What’s the difference between a staffing agency and a recruiting firm for finance roles?

The terms are often used interchangeably, but there are meaningful distinctions. Staffing agencies typically focus on temporary, contract, and temp-to-hire placements, filling roles quickly with professionals who are available and ready to work. Recruiting firms, sometimes called search firms, tend to specialize in permanent direct hire and executive search, running more thorough processes to identify and evaluate candidates who may not be actively looking. Many firms today offer both, but understanding where a particular agency’s strengths lie will help you choose the right partner for your specific needs. You can learn more about the differences in our staffing services overview.

How quickly can an accounting and finance staffing agency fill a role?

For temporary and contract placements, a well-connected agency can often present qualified candidates within 24 to 72 hours. Direct-hire searches typically take longer, from two to six weeks, depending on the role’s seniority, the specificity of the requirements, and current market conditions. Executive-level searches for roles such as CFO or VP of Finance can take even longer, particularly when confidentiality is a factor. Providing your agency with clear, detailed requirements upfront is the single most effective way to shorten the timeline. Our hiring and salary guide includes current market data that can help you set realistic expectations and competitive compensation before the search begins.

Should I use a Florida-based staffing agency or a national firm for accounting and finance hiring?

Both can be effective, and the right answer depends on the nature of the role. A firm with deep Florida market knowledge will have stronger local candidate relationships and a better read on regional compensation benchmarks, which matters for roles that require specific local experience or candidates already in the market. National firms bring broader reach and larger candidate databases, which can be an advantage for harder-to-fill specializations or roles open to remote or relocating candidates. The best accounting and finance staffing agencies in Florida combine both, maintaining a genuine local presence while drawing on national networks when the search calls for it.

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About Pete Newsome

Pete Newsome is the President of 4 Corner Resources, the staffing and recruiting firm he founded in 2005. 4 Corner is a member of the American Staffing Association and TechServe Alliance and has been Clearly Rated's top-rated staffing company in Central Florida for seven consecutive years. Recent awards and recognition include being named to Forbes' Best Recruiting and Best Temporary Staffing Firms in America, Business Insider's America's Top Recruiting Firms, The Seminole 100, and The Golden 100. He hosts Cornering The Job Market, a daily show covering real-time U.S. job market data, trends, and news, and The AI Worker YouTube Channel, where he explores artificial intelligence's impact on employment and the future of work. Connect with Pete on LinkedIn