AP Professionals partners with the top companies in the Greater Rochester area who have a specific goal of obtaining the best finance and accounting individuals to help grow and maintain their businesses. We carefully screen each applicant through a personal interview and reference process prior to sending him or her on an interview for permanent hire or contract assignments. We begin building relationships with candidates early in their careers through partnering with local colleges and universities. These relationships continue to grow through our involvement in various professional organizations such as The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA), Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) and Rochester Young Professionals (RYP).
Our accounting and finance recruiters, Matt and Laurie, with the assistance of Nicole, specialize in the following positions:
- CFO
- Controller
- Tax Manager
- VP of Finance
- Sr. Financial Analyst/Financial Analyst
- Internal Audit
- Payroll Manager
- Accounting Manager/Supervisor
Our accounting and finance recruiters, Jennifer and Kim, specialize in the follow positions:
- Staff Accountant/Junior Accountant
- Financial Analyst/Financial Assistant
- General Ledger Accountant
- Bookkeeper
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Payroll
- Collections
Position, Professional Experience & Background:
Matt is a Director in the Permanent Placement Division with over 14 years of experience. His focus is placement of mid to high level accounting, finance and human resource positions. MattŐs successes come from partnering with clients to determine their specific internal personnel needs; leveraging 10+ years of his public accounting, large, and small company experience.
Professional Affiliations:
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Member - New York State Society of CPA's (NYSSCPA)
- Rochester Chapter Member - Institution for Internal Auditors (IIA)
- Rochester Chapter Member
Community Affiliations:
- CURE Childhood Cancer Association
- Board Member and Endowment Committee - National Spinal Cord Injury Association
- Rochester Chapter Volunteer - Pack 163
- Den Leader - Webster Athletic Association
- Assistant Coach (T-Ball, Soccer, Football)
Position, Professional Experience & Background:
Laurie is a Placement Director at AP Professionals with 10 years of experience recruiting accounting professionals and more than 20 years of total experience in the accounting industry. Her career includes public, corporate, and not-for-profit accounting positions as well as human resources management in the accounting industry. She focuses her attention on servicing Greater Rochester businesses by partnering with them to fill positions in accounting, finance, and human resources. Her combined experience makes her uniquely qualified to understand client needs and match them with candidate skills.
Professional Affiliations:
- New York State Society of CPA's (NYSSCPA)
- Society for Human Resources Management
Community Affiliations:
- Brighton PTSA
- United Way of Greater Rochester
- Girl Scouts of Western New York
- Troop Leader, Brighton Service Unit - Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Western New York
- Team in Training Participant
Nicole Borrelli
Placement Coordinator
St. Bonaventure University
BS, Sociology
St. John Fisher College
MS, Psychology
Position, Professional Experience & Background:
Nicole is a Placement Coordinator for the Permanent Placement Financial group. We focus on accounting, finance and HR placement services for consulting engagements and direct hire needs. She joined the company in 2007.
Community Affiliations:
- Bivona Child Advocacy Center
- Ronald McDonald House
- Beamer Hughes Foundation
Position, Professional Experience & Background:
Kim is Placement Director for the Financial Division at AP Professionals. She focuses on accounting and finance placement services for contract/consulting, contract to hire, and direct hire needs. Kim joined the company in 1999 and has recently celebrated 10 years of employment with the company.
Professional Affiliations:
- Member, GRAPA
- Former Member, BNI and RBN
Community Affiliations:
- Ronald McDonald House
- National MS Society
Jennifer Garigen
Placement Director
St. John Fisher College
BS, Management, Concentration in HR
Position, Professional Experience & Background:
Jennifer Garigen is Placement Director for the Financial and Human Resources Divisions of AP Professionals. She focuses on accounting, human resources, and finance placement services for temporary/contract, temp to hire, and direct hire needs. She joined the company in 2000 and has been a successful part of our team. She worked in administrative and junior recruiter roles for several years before moving into a senior role in 2003.
Professional Affiliations:
- National Human Resources Association
- Board Member since 2006
- Member of the Year 2009
- Committee Member for Silent Auction and Membership Drive
Community Affiliations:
- Ronald McDonald House
- Arthritis Foundation
- United Way