Empowering Accounting Professionals

Unlocking Recruitment Opportunities In The Northern
Home Counties

Who We Are

At ELS Recruitment, we specialise in matching talented accounting professionals with fantastic career opportunities across the Northern Home Counties. Whether you’re looking for a new role or the perfect candidate, we’re here to make the process seamless, personal, and effective. 

From temporary to permanent placements and contract roles, we tailor every step to your needs. 

Who We Are

At ELS Recruitment, we specialise in matching talented accounting professionals with fantastic career opportunities across the Northern Home Counties. Whether you’re looking for a new role or the perfect candidate, we’re here to make the process seamless, personal, and effective. 

From temporary to permanent placements and contract roles, we tailor every step to your needs. 

"Emma at ELS has been brilliant in helping me find a role that is exactly what I'm looking for at this stage of my career!"
"Emma was so helpful, professional and gave me great advice."
"A true professional who completely understands what a client needs and is able to match the right candidates for a specific role."
"Would be happy to recommend Emma to any of my colleagues and friends without hesitation."
"Emma is super friendly and has stayed very supportive throughout my journey"
"Emma has been absolutely amazing in helping me take the next step in my career"
"ELS is awesome, they used my CV to find me the perfect job and set up all requirements within days!"

What We Do

Specialising in Accountancy Roles
From fresh out of university graduates to CFOs, we focus exclusively on accounting and finance positions. Whether it’s statutory/management accounting, FP&A or commercial analysis, we match talented professionals to the roles that fit them best.
Tailored to You
Your career goals or hiring needs are unique, and we treat them as such. By understanding your specific requirements, we make sure every placement feels like a perfect fit.
Swift and Seamless Recruitment
Time matters. That’s why we pride ourselves on quick turnarounds – like connecting a candidate with a new role in hours – without compromising on quality or care.
Building Meaningful Connections
We’re not just filling roles; we’re creating partnerships. Our consultative approach ensures long-term success for both candidates and employers.
Rooted in the Northern Home Counties
As local specialists, we know the market inside and out. We’re here to make a positive impact on businesses and accounting professionals across the region.

What We Do

Specialising in Accountancy Roles
From fresh out of university graduates to CFOs, we focus exclusively on accounting and finance positions. Whether it’s statutory/management accounting, FP&A or commercial analysis, we match talented professionals to the roles that fit them best.
Tailored to You
Your career goals or hiring needs are unique, and we treat them as such. By understanding your specific requirements, we make sure every placement feels like a perfect fit.
Swift and Seamless Recruitment
Time matters. That’s why we pride ourselves on quick turnarounds – like connecting a candidate with a new role in hours – without compromising on quality or care.
Building Meaningful Connections
We’re not just filling roles; we’re creating partnerships. Our consultative approach ensures long-term success for both candidates and employers.
Rooted in the Northern Home Counties
As local specialists, we know the market inside and out. We’re here to make a positive impact on businesses and accounting professionals across the region.

Advice Centre

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The Benefits of Partnering With a Specialist Accounting and Finance Recruiter

Getting Paid What You’re Worth: A Guide to Negotiating Your Salary for Accounting Professionals

How We Work

At ELS Recruitment, we believe success is about more than just ticking boxes, it’s about making connections that last. We take pride in creating matches that aren’t just right for today but continue to bring value and satisfaction weeks, months, even years down the road. Our process is a blend of speed and soul. Every placement comes with our full attention, thoughtful conversations, and a genuine passion for finding the perfect fit.
Fast, focused, and ready to deliver
Need someone who fits the bill, and fast? Speed is our superpower. Send us a job request at 9am, and don’t be surprised when the perfect candidate is ready to impress by noon.
Service with heart
Nothing brings us more joy than seeing our candidates and clients truly thrive. When a candidate calls weeks later to share their excitement about their new role, it’s a reminder of why we do what we do. At ELS Recruitment, every placement is personal, and every success story fuels our passion for exceptional service.
Personalised consultation
We take the time to understand your needs, whether you’re looking to fill a role or find your next job. By getting to know both the position and our candidates’ goals, we make sure we match the right people to the right opportunities.

How We Work

At ELS Recruitment, we believe success is about more than just ticking boxes, it’s about making connections that last. We take pride in creating matches that aren’t just right for today but continue to bring value and satisfaction weeks, months, even years down the road. Our process is a blend of speed and soul. Every placement comes with our full attention, thoughtful conversations, and a genuine passion for finding the perfect fit.
Fast, focused, and ready to deliver
Need someone who fits the bill, and fast? Speed is our superpower. Send us a job request at 9am, and don’t be surprised when the perfect candidate is ready to impress by noon.
Service with heart
Nothing brings us more joy than seeing our candidates and clients truly thrive. When a candidate calls weeks later to share their excitement about their new role, it’s a reminder of why we do what we do. At ELS Recruitment, every placement is personal, and every success story fuels our passion for exceptional service.
Personalised consultation
We take the time to understand your needs, whether you’re looking to fill a role or find your next job. By getting to know both the position and our candidates’ goals, we make sure we match the right people to the right opportunities.

About Us

Meet Emma Smith

Hi, I’m Emma, the Founder and Recruitment Director of ELS Recruitment.

I started my journey in asset management, earning my IMC qualification while spending my days helping financial advisers understand fund positioning and holdings. A big highlight was working with a Maltese bank that meant plenty of trips to sunny Malta! As much as I loved the world of finance, I eventually found my true calling in recruitment and I haven’t looked back since. 

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of launching new offices for well-known Accountancy recruitment firms like Robert Half and Morgan McKinley, including their first-ever Northern Home Counties office in Milton Keynes. Even as I moved up the career ladder, I’ve always stayed hands-on in the recruitment process because I’m genuinely passionate about what I do.

Outside of work, I’m a proud mum to Jude and Annie and a bit dog-obsessed (Weimaraners and Great Danes hold a special place in my heart). Whether at work or at home, I live by one simple rule: reputation is everything. In the competitive world of recruitment, you succeed by staying true to your word and building relationships based on trust and integrity.

About Us

Meet Emma Smith

Hi, I’m Emma, the Founder and Recruitment Director of ELS Recruitment.

I started my journey in asset management, earning my IMC qualification while spending my days helping financial advisers understand fund positioning and holdings. A big highlight was working with a Maltese bank that meant plenty of trips to sunny Malta! As much as I loved the world of finance, I eventually found my true calling in recruitment and I haven’t looked back since. 

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of launching new offices for well-known Accountancy recruitment firms like Robert Half and Morgan McKinley, including their first-ever Northern

Home Counties office in Milton Keynes. Even as I moved up the career ladder, I’ve always stayed hands-on in the recruitment process because I’m genuinely passionate about what I do.

Outside of work, I’m a proud mum to Jude and Annie and a bit dog-obsessed (Weimaraners and Great Danes hold a special place in my heart). Whether at work or at home, I live by one simple rule: reputation is everything. In the competitive world of recruitment, you succeed by staying true to your word and building relationships based on trust and integrity.

Areas of Specialism

Transactional Finance
  • Accounts / Finance Assistant
  • Purchase Ledger/Accounts Payable
  • Sales Ledger
  • Credit Control
  • Billing
Part-qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • Assistant Accountant
  • Accountant
  • Assistant Financial
  • Assistant Management
Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • Management Accountant
  • Financial Accountant
  • Finance Analyst
  • Finance Business Partnerble
Management / Leadership
  • Finance Manager
  • Financial Controller
  • Head of Finance
  • Finance Director
  • Chief Financial Officer

Have a recruitment question or need?

Whether you’re ready to find your next accounting job or looking to fill a key position in your team, we’re here to help. Simply upload your CV or tell us more about the role, and we’ll be in touch as soon as possible.

Have questions or just want to chat? Feel free to drop us a message, we’d love to hear from you!