CFO and executive search

CFO search firm in India.Confidential, run by one partner, start to finish.

A retained CFO search firm in Bengaluru. We find finance leaders who are not looking, approach them discreetly and stay with the search until your new leader has joined.

Discuss a leadership search How it works
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Run without advertising

Trusted by growing companies and global teams.

  • BigBasketCarefiMetalbookThink AISigIQArcanaBharat ForgeBizAcuity

Hiring a CFO or senior finance leader?

Most strong finance leaders are not looking for a new job. We approach them quietly, so your search stays private until you choose to say more. One senior partner runs the search from the first call to the day they join.

Discuss a leadership search

Or read our guides: The CFO hiring process, step by step and Retained or contingency search?.

  • A confidential process, from the first conversation.

  • A shortlist built on a clear brief, not a long list of names.

  • Support through the notice period, until your new leader starts.

Who this is for

When the next finance leader shapes the business.

Founders, boards and global companies hiring a CFO, finance director or GCC finance head.

Founders and boards appointing a first CFO ahead of a fundraise or rapid growth.

Discuss a leadership search

Leadership roles

Finance leadership, end to end.

The roles we fill in each area, and who they report to.

  • Chief Financial Officer

    CFO, CFO-designate, interim-to-permanent CFO

    Reports toCEO and board

  • Finance director

    Finance director, VP finance, india finance head

    Reports toCFO or CEO

  • Controllership

    Group financial controller, head of accounting

    Reports toCFO

  • Planning

    Head of FP&A, strategic finance lead

    Reports toCFO

  • Specialist

    Head of treasury, tax, internal audit, risk

    Reports toCFO or audit committee

  • GCC finance

    GCC finance head, shared services head

    Reports toGlobal finance leadership

The search mindset

The best finance leaders are rarely applying for jobs.

We approach them discreetly, explain the opportunity properly and protect confidentiality on both sides.

How we run a search

Five stages, one accountable partner.

  1. Shape the mandate

    Agree strategy, the finance agenda and the leadership style needed.

  2. Map the market

    A market map of target leaders, shared before any shortlist.

  3. Discreet approach

    Confidential outreach and in-depth assessment.

  4. Shortlist and offer

    Written assessments, structured references and a competitive offer.

  5. Transition

    Support through resignation, notice period and first months in role.

Engagement models

Built for leadership hiring.

CFO and C-suite

Retained search

A dedicated search with a market map and structured references.

How retained search works

Sensitive changes

Confidential search

For replacements and roles that cannot be advertised.

How a CFO search runs

Senior finance

Targeted search

For heads of FP&A, controllers and specialist leaders.

Which model fits a role

Commercial, confidentiality and replacement terms are agreed in writing before the search begins.

What people say about us on Google

Great experience with them, talented team of HRs, they hire right pool of candidates, highly recommended.

Udit Tandon

Highly recommend this agency! Ayushi was incredibly supportive and patient with me from day one. She made the entire hiring process smooth, stress-free, and successful. Thank you so much for the exceptional guidance!

Toshi Gupta

Stellaspire is redefining recruitment by empowering talented women. If you’re looking to build a truly diverse and inclusive workplace, Stellaspire is the partner you need.

Niharika

I highly recommend Nilam Mam for any HR needs. She’s been a huge support, always checking in and keeping me updated. She also played a key role in the final negotiations, making sure everything was clear and fair. Overall best.

Subhash Patil

A very professional team, had a seamless interview and joining experience, all thanks to Shweta, she was always available and informed everything in advance thus avoiding confusion. Highly recommended.

Venu Kadali

Nikita and Sunanada were great starting from scheduling the interviews to ensuring the smooth onboarding!

Lehar Kewalramani

Had a very smooth experience with Stellaspire Consultancy. The process was well coordinated with timely updates throughout. Special thanks to Nilam for her professionalism and support in helping me with great opportunity.

Snehitha Dammoju

This is one of the best consultancies. I sincerely appreciate the excellent job opportunity provided to me. Special thanks to Ayushi for her consistent support and guidance throughout the process.

Anurag Tyagi

Great support in the hiring process allover. Ayushi was very easy to reach whenever had any doubt or anything else.

Yashraj Saha

More women at the finance table.

As a women-led firm, every leadership shortlist actively considers qualified women finance leaders.

Gender-diversity hiringAbout Stellaspire

Leadership searches across India.

Related services

A finance leader open to a quiet conversation?

Many of our senior searches are never advertised. If you would like to hear about CFO and finance director roles, share your profile and we will talk in confidence. It is free for candidates.

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Questions

CFO search questions.

What is the difference between retained and contingency search?

Retained search is a dedicated engagement suited to CFO and senior roles. Contingency is paid only on a successful hire and suits specialist and mid-level roles.

Can you run a confidential CFO search?

Yes. Confidential replacements, including replacing a sitting CFO, and unannounced roles are run without advertising. Your company is named only at the agreed stage, not until a candidate is interested, and we limit who sees the brief.

How do you assess CFO candidates?

We assess track record, fundraising, audit and governance experience, and motivation, then confirm our view through structured references.

How are executive search fees structured?

Fees depend on the role, its scope and the engagement model. Terms are shared in writing before the search begins.

What is retained CFO search?

In retained search, one firm is engaged exclusively for the mandate and paid in stages. That lets the firm approach candidates confidentially, including those who are not looking. It suits CFO and senior finance hires where discretion matters.

How long does a CFO search take?

CFO searches usually take longer than most hires because senior candidates are employed and have notice periods. We agree milestones at the start: market map, longlist, shortlist and offer.

What kind of companies do your CFO candidates come from?

We map listed companies, private-equity-backed businesses, GCCs and high-growth companies, matched to your stage, sector and reporting structure.

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