Business Details
Elite Staffing Solutions in Portland
Competitive Edge Recruiting is a premier staffing solutions provider with over 40 years of combined experience in specialized recruitment across the Pacific Northwest. Our team of seasoned professionals delivers personalized, industry-specific talent acquisition services tailored to the unique needs of employers and job seekers. We specialize in finance, accounting, human resources, and talent acquisition, leveraging deep industry knowledge to match candidates with companies where they can thrive.As a Certified Woman Business Enterprise (WBE #6688) and Emerging Small Business (ESB), we prioritize diversity, cultural fit, and long-term relationships, ensuring smarter hiring decisions and career advancement opportunities. Our proven process combines first-hand industry expertise, extensive candidate networks, and collaborative partnerships with client hiring teams to deliver elite staffing solutions that drive organizational success and candidate satisfaction.
Services
Direct Hire
Temp Staffing
Finance Recruitment
Accounting Recruitment
Talent Acquisition
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in specialized recruitment across the Pacific Northwest.
- Our personalized approach prioritizes cultural fit and long-term success for employers and candidates.
- We maintain an extensive network of thoroughly vetted candidates in finance, accounting, and HR.
- Our recruiters collaborate directly with client hiring teams to ensure seamless integration.
- We provide industry-specific expertise through professionals with backgrounds in target fields.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Woman Business Enterprise (WBE #6688)
What people say
Highly recommended
Skilled and knowledgeable
Prompt and professional
Exceptional people skills
Cultural fit expertise
Services
Direct Hire
Our direct hire service provides comprehensive recruitment solutions for permanent positions. We collaborate closely with client teams to understand organizational culture and specific hiring criteria. Through detailed consulting, candidate assessment, and industry expertise, we identify professionals with the right skills, experience, and cultural fit. This approach ensures long-term placements that drive organizational success while saving clients time and resources.
Temp Staffing
Temp staffing solutions address short-term workforce needs with pre-vetted professionals. Our network includes experienced candidates in finance, accounting, and HR ready to integrate immediately. We handle payroll, taxes, and benefits while providing flexible staffing options for projects, absences, or workload fluctuations. This service maintains productivity without compromising quality or requiring long-term commitments.
Finance Recruitment
Specialized finance recruitment services cover roles from entry-level to executive positions. Our recruiters understand evolving financial roles and their impact on business operations. We source candidates with technical expertise and communication skills to bridge departmental gaps. This includes CFOs, controllers, financial analysts, and compliance officers who align with organizational goals and industry requirements.
Accounting Recruitment
Targeted accounting recruitment focuses on professionals who understand modern financial reporting demands. We place candidates with expertise in SEC reporting, cost accounting, payroll management, and compliance. Our industry knowledge ensures placements that meet technical requirements while fitting organizational culture. This includes staff accountants, auditors, and senior financial professionals across various business sizes.
Talent Acquisition
Talent acquisition services combine industry expertise with personalized candidate matching. We develop strategic hiring approaches aligned with organizational growth objectives. Our process includes market analysis, candidate pipeline development, and cultural assessment to ensure long-term success. This service addresses both immediate staffing needs and future talent planning requirements for sustained business growth.
People
Chawn Peterson
Senior Recruiting Manager
Chawn Peterson specializes in finance and accounting recruitment with a proven track record of successful placements. Her industry expertise and personalized approach ensure candidates match organizational culture and technical requirements. Clients praise her responsiveness, relationship-building skills, and ability to identify top talent quickly.
Rudi Bellinazzo
Recruiting Manager
Rudi Bellinazzo brings extensive experience in talent acquisition for human resources and finance roles. His strategic approach focuses on understanding client needs and candidate aspirations to create successful matches. He excels at building long-term relationships with both employers and professionals seeking career advancement opportunities.
Katie McKay
Recruiting Specialist
Katie McKay specializes in connecting accounting professionals with organizations across the Pacific Northwest. Her industry knowledge and network enable efficient candidate matching for temporary and permanent positions. She prioritizes understanding client business models to deliver staffing solutions that drive organizational success.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in finance, accounting, human resources, and talent acquisition across the Pacific Northwest region.
How do you ensure cultural fit for placements?
Our process includes detailed consultations with clients to understand organizational culture and candidate personality assessments to ensure compatibility.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Oregon (Portland, Beaverton, Salem) and Washington (Vancouver, Seattle) throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Do you offer temporary staffing solutions?
Yes, we provide temporary staffing for finance, accounting, and HR roles to address short-term needs and project requirements.
How do you screen candidates?
Our screening process includes detailed interviews, skills assessments, reference checks, and cultural fit evaluations for all candidates.
Are you a certified woman-owned business?
Yes, we are a Certified Woman Business Enterprise (WBE #6688) committed to diversity and inclusion in staffing.
