Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Financial Recruitment Services in Blackburn
Established in 2004, AFR Consulting has become a leading financial recruitment specialist serving Lancashire and North Manchester. Our director-led approach prioritises quality over quantity, combining personal service with professional expertise. With decades of combined experience, our consultants excel in placing candidates across all levels of accountancy and finance. We maintain deep market knowledge and extensive networks to benefit both candidates and clients.Our commitment to understanding individual needs ensures successful matches between professionals and businesses. We pride ourselves on transparency, honesty, and long-term relationships built on trust. Our team's local expertise and dedication to career development have made us a trusted partner in the region's financial sector.
Services
Accounts Assistant
Assistant Accountant
Accounts Clerk
Bookkeeper
Company Accountant
Credit Control
Financial Accountant
Finance Business Partner
Finance Director
Finance Manager
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Established in 2004 with a director-led recruitment approach
- Seasoned professionals specialising in accountancy and finance recruitment
- Proven track record placing candidates at all career levels
- Deep local market knowledge in Lancashire and North Manchester
- Personalised service prioritising quality over quantity
What people say
Efficient, professional and wonderful friendly team
Amazing support throughout the process
Highly recommend for job seekers
Helpful recruiters with great guidance
Perfect career match makers
Services
Financial Recruitment
We specialise in placing qualified finance professionals in permanent roles. Our expertise covers roles from junior accountants to senior finance directors. We ensure candidates match both technical requirements and company culture for long-term success.
Accountancy Recruitment
Our dedicated accountancy recruitment service connects businesses with qualified accountants at all levels. We maintain extensive networks of qualified professionals across Lancashire and North Manchester for timely placements.
Temporary Staffing
We provide flexible temporary accounting and finance staff for short-term needs. Our candidates offer immediate support while maintaining professional standards. This service helps businesses manage workload fluctuations efficiently.
Permanent Placements
Our permanent placement service focuses on finding lasting matches between candidates and employers. We conduct thorough assessments to ensure alignment with company values and career aspirations for reduced turnover.
Career Advice
We offer expert career advice to accounting and finance professionals. Our consultants provide CV optimisation, interview preparation, and market insights to help candidates achieve their career goals in the financial sector.
People
Simon Speak
Director & Senior Recruiter
Simon specialises in mid to senior-level finance placements across Lancashire. With recruitment experience since 1998, he focuses on matching candidates with suitable company cultures while providing market insights to both clients and professionals.
Tammy Smith
Director and Senior Recruiter
Tammy has 26 years' experience in transactional-level finance recruitment. She established AFR's Junior Division in 2008 and specialises in roles up to 40,000. Her expertise covers accounts assistants through to payroll specialists across Lancashire and surrounding areas.
Questions
What financial recruitment services do you offer?
We specialise in accountancy and finance recruitment for roles ranging from junior clerks to senior finance directors. Our services include temporary staffing, permanent placements, and career advice for finance professionals.
How long have you operated in the North West?
AFR Consulting has served Lancashire and North Manchester since 2004. Our consultants have over 40 combined years' experience in the regional financial recruitment market.
Do you cover areas beyond Blackburn?
Yes, we cover all of Lancashire, North Manchester, and South Lakes. Our deep local knowledge helps us connect candidates and employers across this region effectively.
How do you match candidates with roles?
We assess technical skills and cultural fit through detailed interviews. Our approach balances hard skills with personality traits to ensure successful long-term placements for both employers and professionals.
Can you help with temporary finance roles?
Yes, we provide qualified temporary accountants and finance staff for short-term needs. Our candidates offer immediate support while maintaining professional standards during workforce transitions.
Reviews (7)
Jayne Harrison
May 05, 2022
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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
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
Sian Owen
May 04, 2022
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Tammy is amazing! She has found me the perfect role and has been so supportive throughout! Really can't thank her enough!
Alison Warner
Feb 24, 2022
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Amazing support from Tammy and constantly kept updated during the process from interview to job offer. Amazing
Gordon Belfield
Feb 14, 2022
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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
James Thomason
Apr 16, 2021
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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
Jack Croft
Dec 30, 2020
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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!
Viktorija Balande
Jan 25, 2019
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I'd like to take this opportunity to say big thank you toTammy Smith for the valuable assistance given to me during my job search. She was so supportive, motivating and highly professional during the whole process. Tammy always listened and cared about my needs and subsequently found me a really unique opportunity and a role that I can truly say I enjoy. I would totally recommend AFR Consulting.
