TALTRAN Global

Taltan Global is partnered with a well-established, global industrials company that is seeking a Tax Manager to join their growing team. This is a high-impact, hybrid role working directly with the CEO and CFO on tax planning and strategy across their international business. If you are looking for a stable, long-standing organization that offers autonomy, strategic exposure, and work-life balance, this is an excellent opportunity for you. If interested, please reach out to me directly at nikko@taltran.ai

As we approach Veterans Day, we want to pause and recognize the incredible service and sacrifices of our veterans. Your courage and dedication make a lasting impact, and we are deeply grateful. Please note that our office will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. We’ll be back in the office Wednesday, November 12.

As we head into the long weekend, Labor Day serves as a reminder to pause and appreciate the hard work and dedication that keep our workplaces and communities thriving. It’s a day to celebrate workers, honor the progress made through collective effort, and maybe even take a well-deserved break yourself! In observance of the holiday, our office will be closed on Monday, September 1st and will reopen on Tuesday, September 2nd. Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing weekend!

RECRUITMENT SCAM ALERT❗❗ It has come to our attention that scammers are misusing one of our job postings to impersonate members of our team. These individuals are contacting candidates through platforms such as Microsoft Teams, posing as recruiters, and attempting to solicit payment for resume/CV writing services or “tools” before advancing in the process. Please note: • Our firm will never request payment from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. • We will never ask candidates to use paid third-party services for resume preparation. • All legitimate communication will come directly from our verified company email accounts or official LinkedIn profiles. We encourage candidates to exercise caution, avoid clicking on suspicious links, and report any questionable outreach immediately. If in doubt, please contact us directly to verify the authenticity of a message. Protecting candidates is a priority, and we appreciate those who have already brought this matter to our attention.

Hiring hasn’t stopped, but the pace has shifted. 📉 The latest Employment Trends Index dropped to its lowest point since last October. July’s job growth was softer than expected with just 73,000 new jobs added, and earlier months were revised down by 258,000. That said, unemployment remains low and layoffs haven’t increased. Companies seem to be pausing to reassess rather than cutting back. This feels more like a reset than a downturn, giving both employers and candidates a chance to step back, recalibrate, and prepare for what’s ahead. What’s your experience? As a job seeker or hiring manager, are you seeing slower hiring or steady opportunities? On our end, demand remains, and we’re adding new roles every week! 🔗 Job seekers, check out our latest openings: https://lnkd.in/dVRjWhGk https://lnkd.in/dma5xm32

🚀 The IPO Market Is Heating Up Again 🚀 Big news out of the NYSE: Accelerant, a Todd Boehly–backed specialty insurance platform, debuted with a $6.4 billion valuation and raised $724 million—its stock surged ~36% on Day 1. It’s a strong signal that the IPO window is finally creaking open again. This comes as the insurance sector leads the way, with multiple companies—including Aspen Insurance, Slide, and American Integrity—successfully going public in 2025. We’ve seen this kind of momentum before. As a finance and accounting executive search firm, we supported dozens of companies during the IPO wave of 2020 and 2021, helping them build out the right CFO leadership and finance functions needed to scale and meet public company standards. From IPO-readiness to SEC reporting, SOX compliance, and investor relations, we were in the trenches then—and we’re hoping those days are coming back. Here’s a snapshot of the U.S. IPO market over the last few years:

The job market seems to be showing quiet strength. 📊 Despite some signs of cooling, especially in the private sector, hiring is still happening and the numbers back it up. We look forward to gaining more insight once July’s employment data is available. ● According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. added 147,000 jobs in June, and unemployment held steady at 4.1%. ● Sectors like healthcare, state and local government, and professional services continue to see steady gains. ● While hiring has slowed in some industries, companies are still building teams and investing in the right talent. From our view, we’re seeing measured momentum. Candidates are landing great roles, and companies are making smart, strategic hires. What have you experienced in the job market recently, either as a candidate or a hiring manager? We’d love to hear what you're seeing. If you or someone you know is exploring new opportunities, we currently have several roles on our job board: https://lnkd.in/dVRjWhGk https://lnkd.in/e8aFakB

🎆 In observance of Independence Day, our office will be closed on Friday, July 4th. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, July 7th. Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend. 🎆

I’ve lost 30 pounds! Unfortunately, this photo isn’t me—it’s actually my personal trainer, Reece Hallard, who helped me get there. And that’s really what this post is about: his pitch, his pricing, and his model. In my own work, I spend a good portion of my time speaking to potential clients, pitching our services, and explaining why our model sometimes requires more commitment—financial or otherwise—than some competitors. Over time, I’ve learned to be comfortable that we won’t be able to get over the line with every prospect, as not every client values outcome over everything else. When Reece reached out, I agreed to a call. He did a proper discovery session and asked what I wanted to achieve and why. I told him honestly: I’d had kids in my late 30s and wanted to stay as healthy and active as possible so I wouldn’t feel like the “old dad.” After COVID and the chaos of having a newborn in 2023 and 2024, I’d gained weight and struggled to lose it. Reece came back with one of the best pitches I’ve ever seen. He walked me through real-life examples of how he’d helped people in similar situations transform their health. He explained why his approach was different—a holistic focus on steps, gym work, nutrition, sleep, and accountability. And without giving away his secret sauce, he’s built a world-class app that gamifies everything and has you competing against his other clients. (That definitely appealed to the competitor in me.) At the end, he shared the cost and payment terms. It wasn’t what I expected—not necessarily in total amount, but the structure was different. I thought about it for about 30 seconds. Then I reminded myself that if you want the best possible outcome—and someone has a demonstrable track record and a unique approach—you sometimes have to pay them what they ask for and let them do their thing. So, I agreed to his terms without any negotiation (a first for me). Six months later, I’ve hit my goal and have zero regrets. Ultimately, my philosophy was reinforced: if what you care about is getting the best possible outcome, and someone has a proven history and a model that works, you back them fully and trust the process. If anyone out there is thinking about getting healthier or in better shape, I can’t recommend Reece highly enough. If anyone is looking for an elite level search process, you can reach out to my team! #ValueBasedSelling #TrustedPartners #HighPerformanceMindset #ResultsDriven #InvestInExcellence

Happy Father’s Day from all of us at TALTRAN Global. As we approach Father’s Day this weekend, we want to celebrate the fathers and father figures who show up every day with grit, compassion, and resilience. We see how often you balance the demands of your careers with the responsibilities and joys of parenthood. It’s no small feat. To the dads on our team, the ones we’ve had the privilege to place, and those leading, supporting teams, and companies across every industry we work in, thank you. Your presence, both at work and at home, makes a lasting impact. Wishing you a weekend of recognition, rest, and whatever makes you feel appreciated.