ABOUT US

THE STORY OF TORREY & GRAY

At Torrey & Gray, we believe every great hire, and every great career, is a climb. Our name draws inspiration from the Torrey and Gray Mountain peaks in Colorado, symbols of strength, clarity, and resilience. Just like a summit demands endurance and precision, we bring the same mindset to every search. Whether you’re just starting your ascent or nearing your peak, we’re here to be your guide.

We founded this firm to turn talent challenges into strategic opportunities. With decades of recruiting experience and deep roots in the accounting, finance, and private equity space, we don’t just fill roles, we deliver professionals who elevate businesses and transform outcomes.

Our proprietary Ascend™ Process ensures we match clients with candidates who don’t just meet expectations, they rise above them. From early-stage ventures to complex PE-backed portfolios, we understand the terrain and what it takes to reach the top.

Let’s climb together and reach higher than ever before.

OUR ASCEND PROCESS

10. Continued Service and Long Term Partnerships

9. Service Follow Up and Continued Quality Checks

8. Manage the Offer Process

7. Manage Client Interviews

6. Presentation & Delivery of Shortlist

5. Selection of Quality Shortlist

4. Search for the Best Available Candidates

3. Assignment Confirmed in Writing

2. Position Assessment & Information Gathering

1. Request for Service by Client

MEET OUR LEADERSHIP

Morgan Nichols

CO-FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER

mn@torreygray.com

Joseph Robb

CO-FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER

jmr@torreygray.com

OUR SERVICES

STAFF AUGMENTATION

From leave coverage to urgent backfills, our curated network of finance professionals is ready to step in, fast. Our Ascend™ process ensures you get the best.

DIRECT HIRE RECRUITMENT

We match exceptional finance and accounting talent with long-term roles by aligning technical skills, leadership potential, and growth goals.

PROJECT STAFFING

We build high-performing finance and accounting project teams faster, smarter, and more efficiently than costly consulting firms or traditional temp agencies.

PROVEN EXPERTS IN RETAINED EXECUTIVE SEARCH

DELIVERING LEADERS WHO DRIVE PERFORMANCE, TRANSFORMATION, AND LASTING VALUE.

At Torrey & Gray, we are experts in retained executive search, trusted by private equity sponsors, operating partners, and businesses across industries to secure transformative leadership talent. With a sharp focus on the unique demands of PE portfolio companies, we recruit C-suite and senior executives who thrive in high-pressure, results-driven environments — guiding organizations from the first 100-day plan through exit preparation.

Our proven track record extends to accounting and finance leadership searches, where we consistently deliver top-tier CFOs, Controllers, FP&A leaders, and Finance Directors. We know how to identify and attract the very best financial executives — leaders who combine technical expertise, strategic vision, and the ability to create measurable business impact.

Through a rigorous, retained process and deep market knowledge, we ensure our clients gain the leadership teams required to accelerate growth, strengthen performance, and maximize value creation.

For Finance & Accounting Staffing

NEED TOP-TIER FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING TALENT?

Learn how Torrey & Gray delivers professionals who drive clarity, compliance, and growth.

For Private Equity Staffing

HIRING FOR PRIVATE EQUITY PORTFOLIO LEADERSHIP?

Discover how we place leaders who thrive under pressure and help drive toward your exit strategy.

For Finance & Accounting Staffing

NEED TOP-TIER FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING TALENT?

Learn how Torrey & Gray delivers professionals who drive clarity, compliance, and growth.

For Private Equity Staffing

HIRING FOR PRIVATE EQUITY PORTFOLIO LEADERSHIP?

Discover how we place leaders who thrive under pressure and help drive toward your exit strategy.

TESTIMONIALS

BLOG

Insights, hiring tips, and market trends, all in one place. Read the latest news & blogs from Torrey & Gray.

Morgan Nichols

CO-FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER

mn@torreygray.com

Morgan Nichols launched his career at one of the world’s largest recruiting firms, quickly distinguishing himself as a top performer with a global ranking in the top 25. Recognizing an opportunity to do things differently, he helped grow a Chicago-based recruiting startup before co-founding Torrey & Gray. With deep expertise in accounting and finance recruiting, Morgan has led placements in high-impact areas such as Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, ERP optimization, ICAAP, Economic Capital, and Dodd-Frank reporting.

Morgan brings unmatched insight into the private equity space, understanding both the boardroom’s expectations and the operational urgency within portfolio companies. He knows that in PE-backed environments, the wrong hire wastes more than time, it risks growth.

Torrey & Gray is more than a company name, it’s personal. The firm was named after the Torrey and Gray Mountain peaks in Colorado, where Morgan proposed to his beloved wife. Those peaks, symbolic of strength, clarity, and resilience, also reflect the values that define his approach to recruiting.

Outside the office, Morgan brings the same level of precision and discipline to his role as a certified ski jumping judge, supporting competitions with the same sharp eye for detail he brings to every search.

He is a graduate of North Park University and an active member of the Illinois CPA Society, the North Park University Business Advisory Council, and the American Payroll Association.

Joseph Robb

CO-FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER

jmr@torreygray.com

Joseph Robb began his career in corporate business management before transitioning into recruiting in 2005, where he quickly rose to lead one of the top-producing divisions at an international staffing firm. Known for his professionalism, responsiveness, and relationship-first mindset, Joe left the corporate world to co-found Torrey & Gray, aiming to create a recruiting culture rooted in service excellence.

Joe specializes in placing accounting and finance leaders who can make immediate and lasting impacts, particularly within private equity-backed companies where precision, speed, and strategic alignment are everything. Whether staffing a CFO in a high-growth carve-out or filling a critical finance role in a niche market, Joe brings both the network and the tenacity to deliver exceptional results.

He is a proud graduate of Northern Illinois University and actively involved in the professional community as Director of Member Services for the IMA Chicago Chapter, a member of the NIU Executive Club, the Institute of Internal Auditors, and the Finance Leaders Association (FLA).

Clients regularly cite Joe’s ability to find “just the right people with the right skill sets, very quickly” and appreciate his honest, consistent follow-through, even long after the placement is made.

careers@torreygray.com

312.492.4080

REFERRAL FORM

Do you know someone or a company that would benefit from our services? Whether you’re a company looking to find qualified finance and accounting professionals, or a friend seeking new opportunities in finance and accounting, Torrey & Gray can provide you with the expertise and connections that you need. Our unique understanding of the industry, along with our personalized approach towards each client’s needs, truly sets us apart.

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