A Look Back at 25 Years of Service Excellence
Decades of success – and still going strong.
For over 25 years, we’ve helped some of the world’s most influential brands keep their background screening processes flowing smoothly.

1997
Accurate Background founded (July 31)

2002
Expands global service offerings

2004
Adjudication process implemented

2005
Headquarters moves from tiny office in Lake Forest to larger building in Irvine

2006
Becomes ISO Certified

2007
Acquires Cross Match Services

2007
E-Signature: Disclosure and Authorization implemented

2008
Introduces nationwide I-9 employment verification solution

2011
Receives accreditation with the Background Screening Credentialing Council (BSCC)

2013
Moves headquarters again to larger 47,500 square foot building in Irvine

2014
Acquires fellow background screening services company, Hirease

2016
Adds compliance capabilities to API

2016
Introduces mobile capabilities

2018
Inducted into Inc. 5000 Hall of Fame for being on the list for five consecutive years

2019
Accurate Unveils New Branding

2019
Accurate’s Chief Compliance and Regulatory Officer appointed Chair of PBSA Board of Directors

2020
Appoints Tim Dowd as CEO

2020
Acquires CareerBuilder Employment Screening (CBES)

2022
Expands Global Footprint with New India Offices

2022
Acquires Vero Employment Screening

2023
Acquires Australia-based VerifyNow

2023
Moves headquarters to 200 Spectrum Center Drive

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