CFOs Who Drive Impact
Navigating a leadership transition in finance isn’t just about numbers—it’s about finding a strategic partner who can protect your mission while fueling growth. At Maneva Group, our CFO searches connect you with leaders who bring operational rigor, financial insight, and a deep understanding of mission-driven organizations.
Built for Mission-Driven Finance
CPA-Led Expertise
Fast, Focused, and Aligned
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50k
U.S. executives in our extensive database
200+
Organizations served by our team
100%
Success Rate in Executive Searches
Outdated Financial Infrastructure
Your systems haven’t kept pace with your growth. You need a CFO who can modernize operations, improve reporting, and streamline your financial ecosystem.
Unclear Financial Roadmap
Your leadership team is flying blind without accurate projections, dashboards, and models. We’ll help you hire a CFO who brings clarity, strategy, and control.
Nonprofit Experience is Lacking
A traditional finance leader won’t cut it. We specialize in placing CFOs who understand nonprofit funding, grants, compliance, and mission-driven operations.
Unclear How to Interview a CFO
Most leaders don’t know how to assess a CFO’s technical skills. A CPA herself, our President curated processes we have used to place dozens of CFOs.
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Why Partner with Maneva for CFO Search
We Carry Real Weight
Our CFO searches are led exclusively by senior recruiters with decades of experience and deep financial expertise. From job description to final offer, we manage every step—so you can stay focused on your mission while we secure a transformative financial leader.
Understanding Revenue Streams
Our recruiters blend for-profit and nonprofit experience, ensuring they think entrepreneurially about revenue streams while understanding the nuances of grant funding, government resources, and donations.
Aggressive outreach
We don’t wait for applicants. Our team actively headhunts proven financial leaders using our proprietary database, AI outreach, and strategic partnerships to source CFO candidates who bring strategic insight, operational discipline, and mission alignment.
Financial Expertise
A great CFO needs demonstrable financial expertise, but how do you interview for this? Our President, a CPA herself, created screening procedures we utilize to ensure you get the right leader to help you achieve sustainable growth.
Why Organizations Choose Maneva
We carry real weight
From crafting the role to closing the offer, our senior recruiters lead every part of the process—so you can focus on your day job without settling for less.
Relentless Talent Outreach
We don’t post and pray. We actively headhunt through our headhunt through our expansive network, AI, and national partnerships to bring you exceptional candidates.
Diversity and Equity in Action
DEI isn't a checkbox or quota for us. We curate strong, diverse candidate pools and reduce interviewer bias so you confidently select the best leader.
Recruiters with Executive Experience
All of our Partners have experience running 200+ person organizations themselves prior to joining Maneva, providing them a unique insight into building successful teams.
Executive Search, Done Right
We don’t just fill roles—we help organizations find leaders who move missions forward. Our high-touch, data-informed approach delivers standout talent faster, with an unwavering commitment to equity, precision, and results.
Faster Hiring. Better Leaders.
Our average placement timeline is 3 months—half the industry average—with leaders who stay and scale.
Senior Recruiters on Every Search
You’ll work directly with seasoned experts, not entry-level staff, every step of the way.
Proactive, Personalized Outreach
We go beyond job boards to find aligned, top-performing leaders who aren’t actively looking.
Equity Embedded in the Process
Every search is designed to build a strong, diverse candidate pool and eliminate bias in hiring.
Hands-On Support from Start to Finish
We don’t just source talent—we guide your team through every stage of the process with clarity and confidence.
No-Risk Guarantee & Replacement Coverage
Backed by our satisfaction and replacement guarantees, so you can hire with peace of mind.
Case Study Spotlight
Strategic Finance for Mental Health Impact
Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services – Chief Financial Officer Search
A renowned $85M mental health organization needed more than just a CFO—they needed a transformative financial leader with an exceptional understanding of complex public funding systems and the entrepreneurial mindset to grow new revenue streams.
Maneva Group delivered.
In just under 3 months, we placed a seasoned CFO who blended deep public sector experience with corporate-level operational precision. Their new hire now leads financial strategy with confidence—balancing fiscal responsibility, innovation, and long-term impact.
3 Months
Time to hire
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85M+
Budget Under Management
Trusted by 200+ Mission-Driven Organizations Nationwide
"One of the benefits of working with your team is responsiveness, we were able to move very quickly from drafting the position thru the process, even through the holidays. All candidates were fantastic!"
Kristi Brangle
VP of People & Culture
"The process was very, very thorough. You did a great job with the pre-screening process which made the whole interview process so much easier. Your follow up and preparing us for each interview was very helpful."
Jacquie Holmes
President
"It was one of the best experiences that I've had and I have worked with extensive number of search firms. We had an aggressive timeline and you guys nailed it. We ended up finding a candidate that will elevate the organization on an international level."
Ron Hamilton
HR Consultant
"It was a perfect search... and you did it in 45 days! It was incredible. I found your process refreshing, rewarding and you moved quickly. It was a flawless search."
Nancy Hemmenway
HR Consultant
"We are currently re-inventing our team, and you have been an invaluable partner in rebuilding our
leadership. Being a CPA yourself really helped get that next level of candidates for us."
Stacy Martin
Chief Executive Officer
"You put together amazing candidates. We met a lot of larger firms...but the size of your firm quickly became a bonus because we worked with the A-team. We got candidates within weeks and finished the process in two months. We found a candidate we love and are excited for the new CEO to get started."
Sean Vassilaros
Chairman of the Board
"You have our deepest appreciation for conducting a process that was at every step professional, thoughtful, and enjoyable. We are lucky to have the candidate on the team and ever grateful for your role in the process. It was a tremendous pleasure to work with you and I hope we have the opportunity to partner on a search again soon."
Satchel Kaplan- Allen
Chief of Staff
"I am so impressed with the efficiency, professionalism, and expertise that you showed every step of the way. The timeline was incredible, and you were exactly what we needed after a poor experience with a prior firm. Our entire experience has been absolutely stellar."
Kymberly Garrett
Chief People & Diversity Officer
"[Both final candidates] are exceptional, and I believe either of them would do an outstanding job. I have not seen your level of care and expertise in my entire career."
Lynn McNair
President
"I cannot recommend Sneha highly enough. I had worked with a range of search consultants, including much larger firms...I really prefer someone who has a smaller client roster and who can really give me personalized, devoted attention."
Jessica Love
Sr. Managing Director
"You were a fabulous partner...I appreciated the professionalism, the grace with which you conducted the search and partnered with us. The stewarding of the whole process was thorough, meticulous... You made it quite seamless. I was fully and completely supported."
Dana Lanza
Chief Executive Officer
"Our search concluded with the 'unicorn' candidate! He is going to be fantastic. We could never have found him without your firm."
Cynthia Chennault
Board Chair
How We Deliver Executive Talent That Lasts
Our trusted process delivers the right leader—faster, smarter, and with total confidence.
Align on Vision
We begin by listening deeply. Through strategic conversations with your board and leadership, we define the role, the organizational culture, and the traits of your ideal leader—ensuring total clarity and alignment from the start.
Build the Right Pool
We don’t wait for resumes. Using our expansive network of mission-aligned leaders, cutting edge AI-powered campaigns, focused national partnerships, and targeted headhunting, we proactively recruit a strong, diverse slate of candidates with the skills-and values-you need.
Optimize the Process
Your time matters. We design the entire interview experience—from curated questions to our bias-reducing scorecard system—so your team can evaluate effectively and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Secure the Right Hire
We personally screen and interview top candidates, presenting only the most aligned and high-potential individuals. From final interviews to reference checks and offer negotiation, we guide you every step of the way.
Navigating the Challenges of Executive Hiring
At Maneva Group, we help mission-driven organizations overcome the most common barriers to hiring transformational leaders.
"We can handle this in-house."
Many teams try to manage executive hiring internally—but without dedicated recruiting expertise, searches often stall or miss the mark. We bring the structure, speed, and strategy needed to identify the right leader, fast.
"We don’t have the budget for a retained search."
The cost of a vacant executive seat—lost revenue, stalled momentum, and team burnout—often outweighs the investment in a strategic search partner. We move quickly to reduce vacancy time and deliver leaders who drive real ROI.
And if you don’t like our first pool of candidates, we will refund your retainer, so you have no risk.
"We need a leader who understands our mission."
Hiring for values alignment isn’t optional—it’s essential. We specialize in placing leaders who don’t just bring credentials, but deep passion and commitment to your cause, culture, and long-term vision.
Navigating the Challenges of Executive Hiring
At Maneva Group, we help mission-driven organizations overcome the most common barriers to hiring transformational leaders.
"We can handle this in-house."
Many teams try to manage executive hiring internally—but without dedicated recruiting expertise, searches often stall or miss the mark. We bring the structure, speed, and strategy needed to identify the right leader, fast.
"We don’t have the budget for a retained search."
The cost of a vacant executive seat—lost revenue, stalled momentum, and team burnout—often outweighs the investment in a strategic search partner. We move quickly to reduce vacancy time and deliver leaders who drive real ROI.
"We need a leader who understands our mission."
Hiring for values alignment isn’t optional—it’s essential. We specialize in placing leaders who don’t just bring credentials, but deep passion and commitment to your cause, culture, and long-term vision.
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Frequently Asked Questions About CFO Search
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Ready to Hire Exceptional Leadership?
Find the right executive—faster, smarter, and with less stress. Our high-touch, mission-aligned search process delivers top-tier leaders in just 3 months on average. Let’s talk about how we can support your next great hire.
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Ready to Hire Exceptional Leadership?
Find the right executive—faster, smarter, and with less stress. Our high-touch, mission-aligned search process delivers top-tier leaders in just 3 months on average. Let’s talk about how we can support your next great hire.
Tell Us About Your Hiring Needs
Learn How Our Process Works
Get a Clear Path Forward