Blackbird Talent Solutions, Finance and Accounting recruitment, boutique recruitment firm Zurich Switzerland

Finance & Accounting recruitment done by former Finance professionals.

From specialists to the boardroom.

We don't just place Finance and Accounting talent, we've worked inside the functions we recruit for.

Our team has hands-on Finance backgrounds at both private and listed companies, including IBM and Biogen, spanning Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, SOX compliance, and Shared Service Centre projects, before moving into recruitment. That means we understand the difference between a good CV and a good hire, because we've sat in the seat ourselves. We are SECO-licensed and based in Zurich, working across Switzerland and Europe.

Where we specialise

CFO & Finance Leadership

We place CFOs and senior finance leaders who can operate at board level, from Life Sciences to Manufacturing. We look beyond technical fit to leadership style, stakeholder management, and cultural addition.

See our dedicated CFO Executive Search page →

Controller & Financial Controlling

From Group Controller to Commercial Controller, we recruit the people who keep a finance function honest and precise. Recent placements include a Senior Financial Controller for a biotech scale-up and a Sales & Marketing Controller in FMCG. We understand the difference between a controller who reports numbers and one who challenges them.

FP&A

Financial Planning & Analysis is one of our deepest specialisms, from Senior FP&A Analyst to FP&A Manager. Recent mandates span a PE-backed FMCG business and a MedTech scale-up. We look for people who can translate numbers into decisions, not just spreadsheets.

Treasury

Treasury is highly specialised, and we recruit across the full range: Treasury Systems, FX, and EMEA-wide roles. Recent placements include a Senior Group FX Treasury Manager in Manufacturing and a Treasury Manager EMEA in Chemicals. Few recruiters understand treasury's technical depth, we do.

Tax & Transfer Pricing

Cross-border tax and transfer pricing require genuine subject-matter expertise, not generalist recruiting. We've placed a Tax Manager EMEA in shipping and a Transfer Pricing Manager in FMCG. These are quiet, high-stakes hires, and we treat them that way.

Accounting & Audit

From IFRS and Swiss GAAP to US GAAP, and from internal auditors to Swiss CPA-qualified external auditors, we cover the full accounting and audit spectrum. Recent mandates include a Senior Accountant in PE-backed Life Sciences and an Internal Auditor in Automotive. Every candidate is assessed for technical rigour and integrity, not just qualifications.

Connected to the finance community

A few recent moments with the finance community we're part of, 2025-2026.

Evelyn Palma speaking at IMA Switzerland's conference

Speaking at IMA Switzerland's conference

Evelyn Palma presenting at the ACT Career Event

ACT Career Event: Swiss Treasury Market Insights

Evelyn Palma at the ACCA and CIMA Hike, Schwyz

Evelyn at the ACCA & CIMA Hike, Schwyz

IMA Switzerland and Blackbird webinar: AI as a Partner

IMA Switzerland webinar: AI as a Partner

Why finance and accounting professionals trust us

More than 90% of the candidates we place are still in their roles after one year. We are SECO-licensed and based in Zurich, working across Switzerland and Europe. And because our own backgrounds are in Finance, we don't just match keywords on a CV, we understand the technical depth behind Controller, Treasury, or Tax roles well enough to properly assess it.

Curious what these roles actually pay in Switzerland? See our Finance Salary Benchmark →

What our clients say

"Working with Evelyn is a real pleasure. She quickly grasped exactly what I was looking for when building my team. I always felt listened to and understood, which made the whole process smooth and efficient. Even in more difficult situations I could always rely on her and received the needed support. I was consistently happy with her work and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a recruiter who truly gets it."

"I have had the pleasure of working with Evelyn on two successful Treasury recruitment mandates over the past few years, both of which resulted in outstanding hires who are excelling in their roles. Evelyn has deep knowledge of the Swiss job market, particularly within Finance and Treasury. Her ability to identify and attract high-calibre talent is matched by her rigorous approach to candidate assessment. She provides candid, well-informed views that enable hiring managers to make confident and well-grounded decisions. What truly sets Evelyn apart is her commitment to serving the interests of both employer and candidate."

"Evelyn and Peter really stand out for their refreshingly human approach. They take the needed time and care to assess values, cultural fit, personal and professional goals of the candidate and how these match the long-term organisational goals of the client to ensure a long-term successful placement for both parties."

"Peter is a passionate people oriented professional. He goes far beyond job description and talent profile, understanding how soft skills and personality match company culture, creating a long lasting bond. I recommend his advice any time."

Anastasia V.
CFO, PE-backed Healthcare
Jason T.
Head of Corporate Finance, Global Chemicals
Duncan S.
Head of Strategy and Technical Operations, Global Pharma
Francisco B.
Business Development Director, Pharma Distribution