The Search Process We invite you to view the steps below for recognized elements in a successful search. 1. Needs Analysis: Our professional team will work with you to develop a competitive market search specification that will attract the very best candidate. 2. Client requirements: Developing a thorough job description is vital to a successful search.  In order to find the perfect candidate, a precise account of the position and its requirements must be available. 3. Research: Our detailed research of your  company, competitors and marketplace will allow CPA Search Group find the perfect match. 4. Identification: Based on your needs and our research, CPA Search Group will identify the best potential candidates for the search. 5. Evaluation: Our detailed interviewing process allows CPA Search Group to evaluate the talent in the marketplace and match that talent to your needs. We realize that the candidate "fit" is not just on paper, simply matching specs to a resume. We make assessments about the cultural fit between company and candidate as well as long-term compatibility. 6. Presentation: Upon completion of our identification and evaluation process, we provide a detailed summary of the most qualified candidates for your review. This attention to detail provides an efficient, timely and highly successful match. Only qualified candidates are presented to the client. We review client requirements and culture with candidates, making sure the candidate understands the client organization, its needs, goals and opportunity therein. 7. Negotiation: Our team manages communications with both our clients and candidates. As a result, delivers above industry average placement rates and acceptances. By the time the decision is made to make an offer, our methodology assures an acceptance rate well above the industry average. 8. Follow-Up: After an acceptance, our job is not done. We lead the candidate through the resignation process, to the start date and post-start evaluation and feedback.