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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Financial Controller

Financial ServicesCity of London£90k - 100k per year
Harper May is working with a founder-led asset management business managing £2.5bn in assets across listed equities and fixed income. The firm operates across three offices and has grown organically over the past eight years, building a reputation for disciplined investment process and institutional-grade governance. Recent expansion into new geographies and asset classes has stretched the finance
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Finance Director

Media & CommunicationsCity of London£90k - 100k per year
Harper May is working with a London-based media and events business backed by experienced operators in the sector. The organisation produces live experiences and digital content for premium audiences, with revenue streams spanning sponsorships, ticketing, and direct-to-consumer platforms. Having reached a scale where complexity has outpaced the current finance infrastructure, leadership has decide
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Chief Financial Officer

RetailCity of London£150k - 165k per year
Harper May is working with a multi-channel retail operator with a portfolio of established consumer brands across fashion and lifestyle. The business is privately owned, turning over £80m+ annually, with stores across the UK and controlled wholesale presence. Recent platform investment has unlocked capacity to accelerate omnichannel capability and geographic reach, and the business is now seeking
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Finance Analyst

ManufacturingCity of London£45k - 50k per year
Harper May is working with a well-established consumer durables manufacturer with a strong UK presence and growing international operations. The business is privately owned and has expanded steadily over the past five years, with particular momentum in new product lines and market penetration. Following a recent restructuring of the finance function, they are now seeking to strengthen their analyt
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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