Recruitment Operations Lead (Finance+ Bookkeeping)

Role: Recruitment Operations Lead (with US based candidates experience)
Industry: US Startups / Finance

Work Arrangement: Fully Remote

Job Type: Independent Contractor, Full-time

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm EST

Location: Remote

About Pearl Talent:

Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They're looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we've hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.

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Why Work With Us?

We're not just another recruiting firm - we focus on placing candidates with exceptional US and EU founders who prioritize the long-term success of their team members. We also provide retention bonuses at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, as well as community-driven benefits like an annual retreat.

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Recruitment Operations Lead with a solid background in Finance Roles to join our team, you’ll sit at the intersection of recruitment and finance operations. Your main responsibility will be to vet and screen top-tier accounting and finance talent for US-based startup clients. You’ll also use your accounting literacy to understand client needs, assess candidate fit, and help streamline our internal talent matching processes.

80% Recruitment Ops:

• Own the full-cycle recruitment process for accounting and finance roles
• Source and screen candidates via LinkedIn and other platforms
• Interview and vet candidates with a focus on US-based financial requirements
• Present highly qualified, pre-screened candidates to hiring managers
• Ensure a strong candidate experience throughout the pipeline

20% Operational Support (Bookkeeping Lens):

• Understand and clarify technical accounting needs for hiring teams
• Contribute to the evaluation of candidates’ financial skill sets
• Help maintain internal databases of vetted finance professionals

• Based in LATAM or the Philippines
• 3+ years of experience recruiting for US companies (ideally contract/1099 roles)
• Strong understanding of accounting and financial reporting
• Prior experience as an accountant, auditor, or finance associate is a major plus
• Strong organizational skills — able to manage 3-5 roles at once
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive mindset

• Remote Work: Fully remote - work from anywhere

• Generous PTO: 10 days PTO per year, plus public holidays and sick leave
• Direct Mentorship: Grow through guidance from international industry experts
• Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth
• Global Networking: Work and connect with professionals around the world
• Work-Life Balance: Balanced schedules that support a healthy work-life balance