We are Harper May

We are Harper May

Senior Accounting and Finance Recruitment Partners since 2011

We support businesses with their finance teams, whether it's due to transformational change, new investment, revenue growth or simply enhancing the team.

There’s no shortage of quality talent at Harper May, with an extensive pool of candidates developed over a decade ranging from Qualified Accountants through to Finance Directors and CFOs.

Our clients include PLCs, Private Equity and VC backed businesses, growing SMEs and start-ups across commerce & industry.

We strive to be proactive rather than reactive both with clients and candidates by offering a consultative approach led by your requirements and our expertise.

 

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Chief Financial Officer

Financial ServicesCity of London£175k - 200k per year
Harper May is working with a founder-led financial services firm that has scaled to approximately £50 million in AUM over the past six years. The business is independently owned, profitable, and now at an inflection point: expansion into new markets, a strengthened technology infrastructure, and regulatory tightening all demand more sophisticated financial leadership. The organisation is seeking a
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Head of Finance

FMCGCity of London£70k - 80k per year
Harper May is working with a founder-led consumer non-durables business that has doubled revenue over the past three years through direct-to-consumer channels and selective retail partnerships. The company manufactures and distributes a portfolio of branded household essentials across the UK and EU, with a lean management structure and a clear roadmap for the next expansion phase. Operations are s
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Head of Finance

FMCGCity of London£60k - 70k per year + Pro rata: £42,000 for 3 days per week
Harper May is partnering with a well-established food manufacturer based in Park Royal, London, supplying both UK retail and foodservice channels. The business has built a strong operational base over many years and is now investing in its finance function to support the next stage of its development. With clear plans to strengthen reporting, controls, and commercial insight across the organisatio
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Finance Director

ConstructionCity of London£112.5k - 125k per year
Harper May is working with a privately-owned property and construction business that has built a strong regional presence over the past decade and is now accelerating its growth trajectory. The group operates across residential development, commercial projects, and build-to-rent portfolios, with a rising pipeline that demands more sophisticated financial infrastructure. The business is investor-ba
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Our Approach

Contingent

Our contingent option is a great solution if you are looking to place a candidate at speed. You will only be charged upon successful placement of a candidate within your organisation.

Retained

Our retained solution is a fantastic option if you are confidentially looking to fulfill a position. Candidates are confidentially approached and we utlise a comprehensive suite of products and techniques to find the best solution for you.

Meet the Founders

Set up by Alex Hathiramani and Daniel MacKenzie in 2011, Harper May offers recruitment services to the Accountancy and Finance sector in Greater London.

Alex Hathiramani

Alex Hathiramani

Director
Daniel MacKenzie

Daniel MacKenzie

Director