Accountancy Recruitment North West England
Specialist Practice & Finance Recruitment Across Manchester, Liverpool, Lancashire & Cheshire
Looking for expert accountancy recruitment in the North West? Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions specialises in connecting qualified accountants and finance professionals with accountancy practices and finance teams across Manchester, Liverpool, Merseyside, Lancashire, Cheshire, Cumbria and the wider region.
Led by North West specialist David Hawthorne-Finch, we combine deep local market knowledge with an ethical, transparent approach that puts long‑term fit first. Whether you’re an independent practice needing a reliable accounts senior, a growing firm building out its audit team, or a part‑qualified accountant planning your next move, we provide honest advice, clear communication and carefully matched shortlists so that every hire – and every career move – feels like the right step.
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Why Choose H-FTS for Accountancy Recruitment in the North West?
As a specialist accountancy recruitment agency with a dedicated North West consultant, we understand the dynamics of the region’s practice and finance markets. Whether you’re a growing independent practice in Cumbria or a Top 40 firm in Manchester city centre
We provide:
- Local Market Expertise – Up-to-date insight on salaries, benefits and hiring trends across the North West
- Dedicated Regional Consultant – David focuses exclusively on North West & Yorkshire accountancy roles and firms
- Extensive Candidate Network – Access to qualified and part-qualified accountants actively seeking roles in the region
- Ethical Recruitment Practices – Full transparency, written candidate consent and honest communication at every stage
- Proven Retention – 100% client retention rate and strong post-placement success across our accountancy portfolio

Accountancy Recruitment Across the North West
We recruit for accountancy practices and finance teams across the whole of the North West, including:
Core Areas:
- Greater Manchester – Manchester city centre, Salford, Stockport, Bolton, Wigan and surrounding towns
- Merseyside – Liverpool, Wirral and wider Merseyside
- Lancashire – Preston, Blackburn, Burnley, Chorley, Lancaster and surrounding areas
- Cheshire – Chester, Warrington, Crewe, Macclesfield and wider Cheshire
Have a look at our Vacancies for North West Accountancy

Accountancy Practice Roles We Recruit For in the North West
Our North West accountancy recruitment covers a full range of practice roles, from trainee to partner level:
Audit & Accounts
- Audit juniors, seniors and managers
- Accounts assistants, seniors and managers
- General practice roles combining accounts, audit and tax
Tax
- Personal tax assistants, seniors and managers
- Corporate tax specialists
- Mixed tax roles within practice
Bookkeeping & Outsourcing
- Bookkeepers and outsourcing accountants
- Cloud accounting specialists (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
Payroll
- Payroll administrators and managers
- Bureau and in-house payroll roles
Management Accounts & Advisory
- Management accountants
- Business advisory and virtual FD roles
We work with independent practices, regional firms and Top 40 accountancy firms across the North West.


North West Accountancy Recruitment by Experience Level
We support accountancy professionals at every stage of their career:
Entry-Level & Trainee
- AAT trainees and assistants
- Graduate trainees in practice
Part-Qualified
- ACA, ACCA, AAT and ATT part-qualified accountants
- Study-support roles within practice and industry
Qualified
- Newly qualified ACA / ACCA accountants
- Experienced practice accountants stepping into senior roles
Senior & Leadership
- Managers, senior managers and directors
- Partners and future partners within North West practices
North West Accountancy Market Insights
Typical salary ranges in North West accountancy practices:
- Trainee / AAT: £18,000 – £24,000
- Part-qualified: £24,000 – £32,000
- Newly qualified ACA / ACCA: £32,000 – £45,000
- Managers: £40,000 – £60,000+
- Directors / Partners: £60,000 – £100,000+
Salaries vary based on firm size, location and specialism. Manchester and larger regional centres typically offer higher salary bands than more rural areas such as parts of Cumbria.

Work with Our North West Accountancy Recruitment Specialist
Whether you’re an accountancy practice looking to grow your team or an accountant planning your next move in the North West, David Hawthorne-Finch is here to help.
David works exclusively on North West & Yorkshire accountancy roles and has built strong relationships with practices across Cumbria, Merseyside, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Wirral.
What our customers and candidates say about us
Behind every successful placement is a story of connection, expertise and trust. We take pride in the relationships we build with both our client base and candidates. This is a collaborative legal recruitment process, and we act as a trusted partner and Accountancy & Legal recruitment specialists to your team.
Our clients continually tell us how much they love our personal approach to their recruitment challenges, our attitudes and the quality of the professionals we source. Candidates, meanwhile, appreciate our consistent communication and support throughout the recruitment process. But you don't just need to blindly believe us - check out what our actual clients and candidates have said about our ethical recruitment approach!
Why choose Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd as your accountancy recruitment agency?
Your trusted recruitment partner
We’re more than just your bog-standard accountancy recruiters who provide candidates in volume with no screening. We’re your dependable partner, committed to supporting you long term with our talent matchmaking services. With us, you’ll have a guaranteed pipeline of quality financial talent ready to enhance your business.Custom tactics
What works for one business isn't guaranteed to work for another. That's why we develop bespoke recruitment plans tailored to your exact needs, delivering results that align with your goals and culture.Quality over quantity
Many recruitment agencies in the accountancy industry focus on volume over any other factor. Instead, we present you with the best financial professionals and won't waste your valuable time with unsuitable candidates. Our thorough screening process means we'll only bring the professionals to businesses who we know will make a difference.Ongoing support
Our commitment doesn’t end when your candidate has signed on the dotted line. We provide ongoing support to both clients and candidates, helping them to settle in and sticking around for support and personalised advice whenever you need it.Transparent communication
We act with integrity, and we'll keep both you and your candidates in the loop throughout the entire process. Our communication is clear, simple and honest. You’ll always know where you stand with us.FAQs
DO YOU RECRUIT FOR TEMPORARY ACCOUNTANCY ROLES?
Yes, we specialise in both temporary and permanent accountancy recruitment. Whether you need interim cover, contract support during busy periods or a long‑term hire, we can source the right accounting and finance professionals across Yorkshire to meet your needs.WHAT TYPES OF ACCOUNTANCY ROLES DO YOU RECRUIT FOR?
We recruit for a wide range of accountancy positions within practice and industry, including accounts assistants, audit juniors and seniors, management accountants, bookkeepers, payroll specialists, tax assistants and managers, senior accountants, managers and partners. Our expertise covers independent practices, regional firms and Top 40 accountancy firms across Leeds, Sheffield, Bradford, York and the wider Yorkshire region.WHAT MAKES HAWTHORNE-FINCH TALENT SOLUTIONS DIFFERENT FROM OTHER ACCOUNTANCY RECRUITMENT AGENCIES?
Our commitment to integrity, personalised strategies and quality over quantity sets us apart. Led by regional specialist David, we combine deep knowledge of the Yorkshire accountancy market with an ethical, transparent approach. We’re more than just a CV‑sending service – we act as your trusted partner in building a high‑performing accountancy team.HOW DO YOU SUPPORT CLIENTS DURING THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS?
We provide end‑to‑end support, from understanding your practice or finance team’s needs and advising on salary levels, through to shortlisting, interviews, offer management and post‑placement follow‑up. Because we work with a wide range of Yorkshire practices and businesses, we can share market insight and best practice to help you secure and retain the right accountants for your team.HOW DO YOU ENSURE CANDIDATES ARE THE RIGHT FIT FOR OUR TEAM?
We take a thorough approach to evaluating candidates, looking at technical skills, qualifications (AAT, ACA, ACCA, ATT, CTA), experience within practice or industry and alignment with your culture and working style. Our process includes detailed screening calls, CV review, reference checks where appropriate and honest conversations about expectations, so every candidate we present is carefully matched to your role and your Yorkshire practice or finance team.News & Updates

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