Recruiter

Lubbock Fine LLP; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accountancy Recruiter to source and place qualified finance professionals. The role involves developing sourcing strategies, screening candidates, and managing the recruitment process from beginning to offer. Candidates should have strong knowledge of the accounting sector and proven recruitment experience. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the accountancy and finance sector.
• Ability to assess both technical and soft skills.
• Proven recruitment experience in accounting/finance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Head of People to understand role requirements.
• Develop and post job advertisements across platforms.
• Source and screen candidates from various channels.
• Conduct initial interviews and assessments.
• Manage the candidate pipeline through the recruitment process.
• Provide market insights and salary benchmarking.

Skills

Knowledge of accountancy and finance sector

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Time management skills

Proficiency in recruitment tools

Professionalism

Education

Qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CTA

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

We are seeking a results-driven and people-oriented Accountancy Recruiter to source, attract, and place qualified accounting and finance professionals into suitable roles. The recruiter will work closely with the Head of People to understand requirements, develop sourcing strategies, and manage the end-to-end recruitment process.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Head of People to understand accounting and finance role requirements
• Develop and post job advertisements across relevant platforms (job boards, LinkedIn, industry groups)
• Source and screen candidates using CV databases, networking, referrals, and headhunting
• Conduct initial interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates’ technical skills (e.g., accounting, financial analysis, audit, tax)
• Manage the candidate pipeline from application through offer stage, ensuring a positive experience
• Build and maintain strong talent pools of accountants, finance managers, auditors, tax specialists, and other finance professionals
• Provide market insights and salary benchmarking to hiring managers/clients
• Maintain accurate records on the applicant tracking system (ATS) and ensure compliance with recruitment policies

Role Requirements

• Strong knowledge of the accountancy and finance sector, including job functions and required qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CTA).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to assess both technical competencies and soft skills effectively
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple vacancies simultaneously
• Proficiency in recruitment tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, ATS systems).
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity
• Proven recruitment experience in accounting/finance or professional services.
• Experience in agency recruitment or in-house talent acquisition
• Familiarity with employment law and recruitment best practices