James Es has three years of executive recruiting experience specializing in driving growth for middle-market organizations by building high-performing accounting and finance teams.

James partners closely with clients to understand their business objectives, organizational structure and long-term goals, which allows him to deliver tailored talent solutions that go beyond simply filling roles. He takes a consultative approach, advising on market trends, compensation benchmarking and organizational design to ensure clients are positioned for sustainable growth.

James serves companies across industries, including consumer products, manufacturing, professional services and technology, working with both private and private equity-backed organizations. His clients range from high-growth startups to established businesses undergoing transformation, scaling or leadership transitions.

James provides a full suite of recruiting services across accounting and finance functions, including executive search, retained search and contingent placements. His expertise spans roles such as CFOs, Controllers, Financial Planning and Analysis leaders, and other key finance professionals critical to business success.

Prior to joining GHJ in 2024, James worked for Pacific Executive Search, where he developed his foundation in executive recruiting and client advisory.

James graduated from Ohio University, where he received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing and Business Economics.