Knowledge Hub – Finance Recruitment & Accountancy Insights

We placed a Finance Director into a £25M UK retail business facing margin pressure and inefficiencies. Within 6 months: costs fell 18%, inventory cycles improved, and debt was renegotiated — all delivered from brief to offer in just 6 weeks.

ACCA’s 2025 AI Monitor shows AI is transforming accountancy by automating routine tasks while increasing demand for strategic thinking, judgement, and oversight. The profession is evolving—not disappearing—towards outcome-focused, insight-driven roles rooted in trust, adaptability, and ethical leadership.

Over half of UK small businesses say one more cost rise could shut them down — yet most still aren’t using accountants. Without expert support, they risk poor planning, wasted time, and missed opportunities. The cost of inaction is rising.

Placed a commercially focused Finance Director in 5 weeks for a £10M+ high-growth consumer brand, supporting funding plans and expansion. The successful candidate brought strategic insight, operational control, and scalable systems to guide the leadership team through a pivotal growth phase.

ICAEW’s research shows rising interest among mid-tier firms in private equity and ESG services. Talent shortages remain a key concern, while M&A activity grows, often PE-backed. Skills development and ESG expertise are essential for sustaining future growth.

A £6M UK consultancy appointed its first in-house Finance Director to lead strategic finance and support growth. We delivered the hire in 6 weeks through targeted executive search, ensuring cultural fit, commercial acumen, and credibility with senior consultants.