Conexus News

Conexus, one of the fastest-growing interim and executive human capital solutions firms focused on the Office of the CFO, today announced the opening of its first East Coast offices in New York and Connecticut. The expansion will be led by Partner David Erickson and his team. David brings extensive experience in the Office of the […]

Conexus is excited to kick off 2026 with a thoughtful yet aggressive organic growth strategy, expanding into three new markets beyond its current West Coast footprint while continuing to serve clients nationally. The first of these markets is Salt Lake City - an expanding and dynamic business environment that strongly aligns with Conexus' long-term vision. […]

For the second year in a row, Conexus was named a finalist for the ACG Emerging Growth Awards—an honor recognizing middle-market companies demonstrating exceptional growth, momentum, and strategic execution.

Today and every day, we express our gratitude to the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice protect the freedoms we cherish. Thank you for your service.

Join CFOs, CEOs and senior finance leaders at our Economic Forecast Breakfast for an exclusive deep dive into macro trends, inflation, interest rates, labor markets, and potential headwinds through 2026. Learn from Baie Netzer (Bank of America) and engage in strategic discussion to help your organization anticipate and adapt in uncertain times.

This strategic forum for CFOs and senior finance leaders will focus on Working Capital Strategies for Optimizing DSO and DPO, and how to build resilient finance functions that support growth and compliance.

Highlighting top Interim and Direct Hire CFO & Finance opportunities across Southern California. Client demand is surging across both direct hire and consulting, and the 2026 outlook indicates steady growth, low unemployment for finance professionals, and strong demand for CFO and finance leadership talent. Below is a partial list of our current searches (updated weekly). […]

Conexus Recruiting proudly announces the official launch of Conexus CFO Advisory, a dedicated service line offering fractional and project-based CFO solutions tailored to emerging and mid-sized businesses. While Conexus has supported clients with interim CFO leadership for years, rising demand has prompted the firm to formalize a team of over 50 seasoned fractional CFOs. These professionals bring […]

As the role of the CFO continues to evolve from financial steward to strategic business leader, the debate grows louder: Are great CFOs born, or are they made? At Conexus, we believe it’s both. While innate qualities — such as resilience, analytical acumen, and executive presence — often set high-performing CFOs apart, today’s finance leaders […]

This white paper draws on insights from over 300 successful placements across Southern California and thousands of candidate interviews conducted over the past year. A clear trend has emerged: demand for CPAs transitioning out of public accounting is at an all-time high, while the supply of experienced professionals continues to shrink. Download the full PDF […]

We’re proud to share that Conexus Managing Partner, Mike Kelly, was recently featured on OC Talk Radio’s special segment: Orange County’s Fastest Growing Companies. In this in-depth interview, Mike shares the remarkable journey of Conexus—from launching just weeks before the pandemic to scaling into a $65M firm with over 300 professionals nationwide. The conversation dives […]

The first 120 days following a PE acquisition are critical to setting up long-term success. Failure often stems from issues with financial systems, operational inefficiencies, excessive debt, misalignment of goals, and weak management. By addressing these challenges in due diligence and focusing on potential solutions, PE firms can improve the chances of success for their […]

With our extensive experience in completing more than 300 Controller and CFO searches for private equity portfolio companies in 2024, the Conexus Executive Search team has a unique perspective on compensation trends in this sector. We're often asked about the latest benchmarks, so we've created a report to share our findings. Our latest report provides a concise […]

Join Conexus and PNC Bank for an exclusive morning of insights, networking, and economic outlooks at our 3rd Annual Economic Forecast Breakfast — June 12th from 7:30–9:00 AM at the Pacific Club in Newport Beach. Keynote Speaker:Dr. Mira Farka, Economist and Professor at Cal State Fullerton, will unpack pressing questions like: Limited seats available Register […]

Exciting Opportunity for Entertainment & Media Finance Leaders! Prepare for an unforgettable evening as industry leaders and visionaries in Entertainment and Media Finance unite for an exclusive networking and collaboration event. Join over 50 top Financial executives from the entertainment and media space, enjoy delicious appetizers and cocktails, and engage in meaningful conversations that could […]

This exclusive webinar is designed specifically for Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) and the PE community looking to better understand the ins and outs of Private Equity (PE) mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This session will cover everything from initial deal preparation to post-transaction integration, with a focus on CFO-specific concerns and strategies. Meet the Speakers Elias […]

Full article on www.boardroominsight.com In the first few weeks of the year, Boardroom Insight started hearing from industry insiders that the then-sluggish M&A market was turning a corner. In February, the head of private equity at the world’s fifth-largest accounting firm told us buy-and-build transactions were on the upswing. A few months later, one of PwC’s top […]

Southern California – December 3, 2024 – Conexus Recruiting, a leading provider of specialized recruitment and staffing solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of CV Resources, a highly regarded staffing firm focused on finance and accounting services. Facilitated by The Resourcing Group (TRG), this acquisition strengthens Conexus’ position in key markets such as Southern […]

Did you know that the average North American company takes six days to complete its monthly financial statement close? But what if you could close your books in one day or less? The key is optimizing your process without sacrificing accuracy. This webinar will reveal strategies for speeding up your month-end close—while improving quality and […]

It's been a while since we last updated you on our Conexus Advisors practice, which has been growing and extremely busy. We want to share some of our recent engagement successes.  Revenue Recognition for a Rapidly Growing Hi-Tech Company We were initially brought on to automate the month-end close process for a rapidly expanding company generating […]

We are thrilled to announce that the Orange County Business Journal has recognized Conexus Recruiting as one of Orange County's "Fastest Growing Medium Private Companies."

Conexus Launches Advisory Group Dedicated to Meeting the Evolving Needs of the "Office of the CFO"

NEW YORK, January 16, 2024 – MidOcean Partners, a premier middle market private equity firm focused on the business services and consumer sectors, has made a strategic investment in Conexus Recruiting.

Conexus Recruiting announces the acquisition of Logis, a top regional competitor based in Southern California. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone in Conexus’ trajectory.

On this Veterans Day, our team at Conexus Recruiting would like to express our deepest gratitude to all veterans for their service and sacrifice. Your dedication to this country has not gone unnoticed.

This Salary Guide provides the most in-demand jobs and salary ranges for 2024. Our expert recruiters bring you the most current, competitive pay trends from their well-versed market perspectives.

Matt Primeau and Mike Kelly from Conexus are partnering with PNC Bank to host a CFO/CEO breakfast and economic forecast featuring Christopher Schwarz of the UCI Paul Merage School of Business.