Finance & Accountancy jobs
and recruitment services

Experts in finance and accountancy recruitment

We are a highly experienced finance and accountancy recruitment specialist. Our dedicated team of more than 24 Consultants and Compliance staff offer a comprehensive finance and accountancy recruitment service across the UK. We work across the public, not-for-profit and private sectors, placing the very best candidates into a range of positions on a permanent, contract, temporary and interim basis.

With a track record spanning over two decades, we have a strong reputation in this field and an unrivalled network of talented professionals. We are confident recruiting finance and accountancy candidates at all levels, ranging from part-qualified and transactional positions to qualified, management, Director, and Head of positions.

Types of organisations and business sectors we work with

Public Sector & Not-for-Profit

Commerce & Industry

  • Business services
  • IT / Technology
  • Property
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • SMEs
  • Financial services
  • Engineering
  • Start-ups
  • Insurance
  • Media
  • Private healthcare
  • Wholesalers / Distribution

Accountancy Practice

We are proud to work in partnership with a large number of accountancy practices, from the Big 4 accountancy firms and other regional firms, as well as a range of small to medium accountancy practices.

Our expert Consultants are extremely skilled at sourcing high-calibre candidates, and will work with you to ensure we find the best fit for your team.

Finance & Accountancy areas we recruit to

As one of the leading finance recruitment agencies in the UK, our talented team of Consultants are highly experienced in recruiting for permanent, contract, temporary and interim roles across all areas of finance and accountancy including: 

  • Financial Management
  • Credit Control
  • Commercial Analysis
  • Audit
  • Payroll
  • Project Accounting
  • Purchase Ledger
  • Finance Business Partnering
  • Financial Controlling
  • General Practice
  • Qualified Accountancy
  • Newly Qualified Accountancy
  • Part-Qualified Accountancy
24
dedicated Finance & Accountancy Consultants and Compliance staff providing nationwide coverage
1258
temporary workers out on assignment with Sellick Partnership
465
permanent placements made across the business in the last 12 months
98%
of candidates would recommend us

Finance & Accountancy market insight survey:
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We surveyed over 700 Finance & Accountancy professionals from across the North West of England to highlight key trends that employers must now be aware of. This report also provides a comparison to our 2023 Finance & Accountancy survey, to see how candidate expectations have developed a year on.

In this report, we take a look at the analysis and full survey results. 

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Finance & Accountancy market insight report - survey results

Discover the power of a partnership with us

Learn more about partnering with us for your finance recruitment needs. We have the required networks and connections to attract and manage high quality candidate applications. Our specialist experience also ensures that we have the relevant knowledge and skills to fully assess candidates’ suitability for all finance and accountancy jobs, to help you stand out as an employer

How our Finance & Accountancy team can support you

Finance and accountancy recruitment has been a key focus for Sellick Partnership for more than 20 years. Our understanding of the UK finance and accountancy sector is unrivalled. As an established finance recruitment agency with more than 20 years' experience, we understand the opportunities and challenges that this sector presents, making us best placed to provide a trusted recruitment solution to everyone we work with.

Our team of Consultants continuously build a network of specialist finance contractors allowing us to meet our clients' temporary needs, whilst also mapping passive candidates for permanent finance and accounting jobs.

How we support employers

A specialist finance recruitment agency, focusing on recruiting finance professionals across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors.

A dedicated finance and accountancy Consultant that specialises in finance recruitment in your local area, who understands the sector and who can provide high-quality market and candidate insights.

Access to an established contractor database with many of our finance professionals having completed a contract through us previously. We also provide advice for finance and accountancy contractors to support them with the transition. 

Detailed compliance checks to ensure all finance jobs we fill are fully compliant with regulatory and legislative standards. Our dedicated Compliance team have won several awards including the APSCo Awards for Excellence Support Services Team of the Year award in 2023 and 2024 and the Recruiter Awards Most Effective Compliance Operation in 2024. 

Access to specialist in-house marketing business partners that support legal recruitment campaigns with activities such as job advert optimisation and management, social media strategies, dual-branded microsites, candidate attraction packs and industry-focused content to support candidate attraction. 

Proactive headhunting and market mapping to ensure the best professionals are sourced for each finance and accountancy job vacancy.

Trusted advice and guidance provided at all times to ensure the best possible outcome for both the client and the candidate. We are values-led – passionate, engaging and respectful during every interaction.

A well-networked list of candidates supported by knowledgeable finance recruitment agency experts, who are best positioned to engage talent for your permanent finance and accountancy job opportunities. Whether you are looking for a temporary Finance Business Partner or Accounts Assistant to support short-term or a Finance Director on a permanent basis, we can help. 

Compliance with the Public Sector Contract Regulations through a range of public sector frameworks

Consultants trained in inclusive recruitment practices and driving forward our Diversity & Inclusion strategy to ensure they can support clients with their inclusive hiring ambitions. We work closely with employers to embed best practices, including the importance of skills-based hiring to attract and retain the right talent.

A range of awards and accreditations which demonstrate our reputation for quality, continuous improvement and developing long-standing relationships with all our clients, candidates and stakeholders. These include: Investors in People Gold standard, Great Place to Work® accreditation, ISO 9001:2015 certification and the FCSA Recruitment Partner accreditation. We are also an APSCo Member Committed to Diversity and a Disability Confident Committed (Level 1) employer. 

We support organisations across the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors in attracting and retaining top finance talent. From helping our clients stand out as an employer, develop future leaders and build a strong company culture, we are here to ensure you thrive in a competitive market.

How we support candidates

Experienced Consultants available to support you that specialise in your local region and who have a detailed understanding of the finance sector and the current finance job opportunities available.

Our candidates are at the heart of our approach, and we aim to work in partnership with you to deliver a high quality recruitment service tailored to your needs, requirements and expectations.

Exclusive finance job opportunities with new and existing clients who have chosen Sellick Partnership as their finance recruitment agency partner.

Confidentiality throughout the process to ensure that your details are secure when you register with us for your next career move within the finance and accountancy sector.

Customer-focused service putting you at the centre of your finance and accounting job search, with clear feedback, support on CV writing and interview preparation, offer negotiation and management, resignation coaching, and career support.

Dedicated and award-winning Compliance team to ensure you can start your finance and accountancy job on time and that you are fully compliant with all regulatory and legislative requirements.

Trusted advice and guidance regarding your chosen career path, opportunities to progress, and alternative markets to consider. Take a look at our blog which outlines your career options as a Chartered Accountant.

Career coaching and training including CV writing skills, interview techniques and optimising your LinkedIn profile for success.

Consultants trained in inclusive recruitment practices and driving forward our Diversity & Inclusion strategy to ensure the best service for all candidates. We assist employers to increase equity in processes, and provide guidance on how to support neurodivergent candidates

As a specialist finance and accountancy recruitment partner, we connect candidates with exclusive finance jobs across the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors - and are always open to assisting and advising finance candidates from any sector. Whether you're looking for a finance role in local government, the NHS, or industries such as retail or financial services, our team is here to offer expert guidance and support throughout your job search.

A range of awards and accreditations that acknowledge our service, internal processes and our commitment to our employees. These include Investors in People Gold standard and being recognised as one of the 100 Best Workplaces™ in the UK by Great Place to Work® UK.

Whether you're an experienced finance professional or just starting out in your career, we offer expert guidance to help you navigate the job market. From how to become a Finance Director and understanding the differences between a Finance Business Partner and Management Accountant, to advising contractors, our resources are designed to support you at every stage.

Compliance processes you can rely on

We have a specialist and award-winning Compliance team who ensure every single placement is fully compliant with regulatory and legislative standards. We currently manage over 1,258 temporary workers across the business and our Compliance team fully vet on average 40 new starters per week. We work with you to understand organisational or role specific requirements that need to be checked and build this into our fully auditable processes. 

Our dedicated Compliance team currently have a 99% pass rate on external compliance audits against a 90% client expectation. This provides our clients with complete peace of mind that temporary workers are fully vetted.

For a deeper understanding of compliance in temporary recruitment, read our guide for clients and candidates.

Meet the Compliance team
Compliance processes you can rely on

Diversity & Inclusion
in recruitment

We are striving to improve the recruitment experience for all candidates and create an employment journey that is accessible for everyone

Our Diversity Champions play an active role in driving meaningful change, having undergone specialist external training to deepen their expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). They provide ongoing guidance to our wider business and create valuable resources to support both clients and candidates in fostering a fair and inclusive recruitment journey.

For employers, we have developed an inclusion checklist to help embed best practices into hiring processes, and for candidates, we offer tailored support to ensure everyone has equal access to opportunities.

Find out more about D&I in our recruitment processes
Diversity & Inclusion in recruitment

Meet our experienced Finance & Accountancy recruitment team

Our Finance & Accountancy recruitment team, with a wealth of industry knowledge, go beyond matching skills and qualifications, ensuring that they align values and long-term goals. 

Meet the team

Are you hiring or applying for finance jobs?

Our collaborative approach and commitment to providing an outstanding level of service means we add value at every step of the recruitment process, whether you are looking for a job yourself or recruiting for your business.

Employers - Ellie Pollock

Employers

We don’t fill jobs, we place people. Finding the right candidate often demands that we apply a multi-channelled approach to sourcing the right people. Our process is all about predicting performance and finding candidates that are right for your business, forging a partnership that drives your success.  

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Candidates

There are many benefits of registering with us as a candidate. Registering with us is really straightforward and is completely free. Registering will enable you to tailor your job search to the most relevant roles and you will also find it easier to apply for roles you are interested in moving forward. 

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Why partner with us?

Our Consultants specialise in profession, geographical area and sector, providing clients and candidates with knowledge and experience relating to their individual segments of the job market - ensuring that they can fully assess candidates’ suitability for each vacancy.

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Looking to partner with us on finance recruitment?

Whether you are looking for a new finance and accounting job yourself, or need to hire your next superstar, contact us today to find out how we can help. 

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