“We wouldn’t have hired 31 people if it wasn’t working. The process, the people, the partnership — it’s been excellent.”
Challenge: Rapid Scale Without Sacrificing Quality
Bench Accounting needed to scale their remote team fast. Over the course of four months, they aimed to onboard a large volume of bookkeepers while:
Hannah, who led the effort, initially approached Remote Leverage while evaluating multiple staffing solutions.
“At the beginning, we were exploring options. I was interviewing several companies. We wanted a partner who could move quickly, but also adapt with us as our process evolved.”
Solution: Remote Leverage’s Scalable & Collaborative Processes Backed by its Deep Talent Network
Remote Leverage delivered a tailored hiring system built for speed and precision. Over four months, the Bench Accounting team hired 31 new remote professionals through Remote Leverage, with consistent success across several metrics.
Key Highlights
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Hires in 4 Months | 31 |
| Time to Replace Unfit Hires | 7 to 10 days |
| Average Interview Time Saved | 60% less time screening |
| Hiring Model | Cohort-based with group-style interviews |
| Languages | English (client-facing level) |
| Tools Used | Slack, Email, Zoom, Internal CRMs |
Streamlined Hiring at Scale
1. Aligned, High-Quality Candidate Shortlists
Remote Leverage quickly established alignment on what Bench Accounting needed in a hire. The result was a reliable pipeline of quality candidates from day one.
“Every single candidate coming through the pipeline was like — great, great, let’s go. We didn’t have to screen resumes or do early recruitment funnel work.”
2. Efficient Group-Style Interviews
Instead of scheduling one-on-one interviews throughout the day, Remote Leverage introduced a group interview format, enabling Hannah to:
“It’s been incredibly efficient. I’m not repeating myself, and I can assess who’s really tuned in. It saves my calendar and my focus.”
3. Reliable Replacement Process
Out of 31 hires, a few candidates needed replacing. Thanks to shared hiring criteria and a collaborative approach, replacements were handled seamlessly.
| Issue | Solution | Time to Resolve |
|---|---|---|
| Candidate mismatch | New shortlist prepared | 7–10 days |
| Hiring restriction by country | Re-sourced from alternate regions | Immediate |
“We had candidates we loved but couldn’t legally hire due to regional restrictions. The team came back with new options almost instantly.”
Outcomes
Avg. time to hire
Top locations
Savings in cost
English Proficiency and Skill Fit
Bench’s VAs are client-facing, which means clear communication is critical. Remote Leverage prioritized candidates from regions with high English fluency and strong communication skills.
“Our bookkeepers talk to clients daily. We also communicate a lot via Slack and email. The candidates Remote Leverage brings in meet or exceed our expectations.”
Why Bench Chose Remote Leverage Over Other Providers
Initially, Hannah considered other firms. What won her over was:
“If I was talking to someone on the fence, I’d say this. If something isn’t working, the team will help. You’re not stuck. You’re in good hands.”
Results Summary
| Success Metric | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Total hires in 120 days | 31 |
| Hiring speed | Days instead of weeks |
| Replacement speed | Within 7 to 10 days |
| Interview time saved | 50 to 60 percent |
| English & communication | Consistently strong across all hires |
Video: Hannah McLean
Video: Hannah McLean talks about her experience hiring an entire squad with Remote Leverage.
Bench Accounting needed to move fast. Remote Leverage helped them do it without compromising on quality. With a streamlined group interview format, fast turnaround times, and consistently high-performing hires, Bench has built a reliable, scalable remote team in less than four months.