Talent partnership: Vaco drives success for private equity-backed portfolio company

The Problem

Highspring had an established relationship with a mid-market private equity firm. The firm’s semiconductor manufacturing company needed two senior-level accounting and finance consultants. The company was undergoing a transformation—of people, processes, and systems. The recently appointed VP of finance, who had not yet relocated, needed two accounting and finance consultants—one in New England and the other on the West Coast. Highspring referred them to Vaco, its strategic Talent Solutions division, for help.

The Solution

Within one week, Vaco presented five qualified candidates. The VP of finance interviewed and hired all five to help the company’s finance team. The company also urgently needed contract and onboarding help. Vaco, known for its efficiency and deadline-driven approach, helped with that, too. The first new hire started shortly after the interview process and began in mid-December; the remaining four joined in early 2023. On December 23, Vaco played a pivotal role in speeding the onboarding process, demonstrating how strong partnerships and agility are key to a successful and timely hiring process, even during the holiday season.

The Impact

Vaco helped the company during the interviewing, hiring, and onboarding process. Key highlights of the successful partnership include:

• Timely Delivery of Quality Candidates: Vaco provided five highly qualified accounting and finance candidates to the VP of finance within just one week.
• Onboarding Efficiency and Expertise: Relying on its expertise, Vaco sped up the onboarding process to get the five =accounting and finance consultants started quickly.
• Ongoing Talent Solutions and Support: Vaco continues to help the company with its hiring and staffing needs. In six months, Vaco has provided eight more consultants.