Numbers are your life, people are ours

Financial Recruitment in the North West

Financial & Accountancy Recruitment Specialists in the North West

Numbers are your life. People are ours.

AFR Consulting is a leading financial recruitment and accountancy recruitment agency serving Lancashire and North Manchester. Since 2004, we have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality financial recruitment solutions to businesses and professionals across North Manchester, Preston and Blackburn.
As a director-led financial recruitment agency, we take pride in offering a personal, professional and consultative service. Our focus is on long-term success — matching the right people with the right businesses in finance and accounting.

About Us

Trusted Financial Recruitment Agency Since 2004

For over two decades, AFR Consulting has supported the finance and accountancy community with expert accountancy recruitment and financial recruitment services. Our experienced consultants are specialists within the sector and have successfully placed candidates across a wide range of roles, from entry-level positions through to senior finance leadership.

Whether you are searching for jobs in finance, jobs in accounting, or looking to hire exceptional talent, our deep understanding of the local market ensures outstanding results for both candidates and clients.

Accountancy Recruitment Across Lancashire & North Manchester

Our roots are firmly established across Lancashire and North Manchester, with extensive experience recruiting in:

• North Manchester
• Preston
• Blackburn
• Bolton
• Chorley and surrounding areas

As a specialist accountancy recruitment agency, we bring in-depth local market knowledge, strong employer relationships and access to a highly engaged network of finance professionals. This allows us to deliver accurate advice, competitive insight and tailored recruitment solutions.

Finance & Accountancy Careers That Fit

We support professionals at every stage of their finance careers and accountancy careers. From[A1.1] full-time and part-timepractice to industry roles, to temporary, contract or permanent positions, we take the time to understand your skills, ambitions and cultural fit.

Our consultants work closely with you to ensure your next move is not just a job, but a step forward in your long-term career.

Our Approach to Accountancy Recruitment

At AFR Consulting, financial and accountancy recruitment is about more than CVs and qualifications. We believe successful recruitment is built on balancing technical expertise with personality and cultural alignment.

Our approach includes:
• In-depth role and candidate understanding
• Honest, transparent communication
• Market-leading insight across finance and accounting
• A personal, relationship-driven service

This commitment has made us one of the most trusted accountancy recruitment agencies in the North West.

Partner With a Financial Recruitment Agency That Puts People First

Whether you are an employer seeking trusted recruitment support or a candidate looking for your next opportunity in finance or accounting, AFR Consulting is here to help.

Financial recruitment. Accountancy recruitment. Done properly.

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   Jayne Harrison 
 
 
 
  I applied for a role and received a call from Tammy shortly after, requesting my permission to submit my details for the role I applied for and explaining fully about the company and role. She made me feel at ease and refreshed my confidence. A telephone interview followed as I was away in Mallorca and had a really good interview. Arranged to meet on the Tuesday when I was back in the UK. Tammy co-ordinated everything for me. I had my second interview, again after talking with Tammy and getting prepared, I was offered the role the same day. I cannot thank AFR enough, efficient, professional and wonderful friendly team. Extremely helpful and grateful for all their help and helping me to secure my perfect role. Thank you
  
 
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   Sian Owen 
 
 
 
  Tammy is amazing! She has found me the perfect role and has been so supportive throughout! Really can't thank her enough!
  
 
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   alison warner 
 
 
 
  Amazing support from Tammy and constantly kept updated during the process from interview to job offer. Amazing
  
 
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   Gordon Belfield 
 
 
 
  I am delighted that after only being registered with AFR Consulting for a few days I have found my ideal role with the help of Tammy and Sarah.  I can highly recommend this agency to anyone looking for a new role.  They kept me informed every step of the way and were always on hand to answer any questions.  With best wishes to Tammy and her team.  Lorraine
  
 
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   Sereice 
 
 
 
  I would rate this company well for supporting me. I was needing professional advice to know if I was going in the right direction, for a future job role. Sarah helped me with alot of advice. Thank you
  
 
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   Jack Croft 
 
 
 
  After completing university during the current global pandemic I thought it would be near impossible for me to get employment, However after finding a very interesting job online and with Tammy guiding me though the interview process I was able to feel more confident in myself and abilities. Again thank you Tammy! 😁
  
 
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   James Thomason 
 
 
 
  Tammy from AFR was brilliant friendly polite and proffesional. Tammy kept me updated and informed with the progress and feedback for my appication and interviews and I secured the position with the salary I was looking for. Thanks
  
 
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   Magda W 
 
 
 
  I would like to use an opportunity to thank for the support that both Tammy and Sarah gave to me throughout the whole interviewing process. They both made me feel confident in myself to go to the interview as tbh if it wasn’t for them I would have struggled a lot more during the whole process ( never been to one before). Tammy Smith was absolutely amazing !!!!!She made me feel comfortable, provided me with all information I needed to succeed!She is also very warm, super friendly and approachable, very reliable and informative. Honestly, I cannot thank them enough as they are just perfect career match makers!!!!!AFR Consulting/ Tammy Smith - you are a life changer!!!!Thank you very much!!!!
  
 
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   Jo English 
 
 
 
  I had an email to let me know about a job opportunity and after a chat and a video interview that seemed to go really well, I was offered an interview. I cant praise them highly enough as they gave me the self confidence and information I needed and got the job. Three months later, yes it was the right job for me thank you everyone for your hard work.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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