Accounting & Finance Search
A&F Recruitment is a boutique search firm placing accounting and finance professionals into corporate and commercial organisations.
Dharan Chond
Director of A&F Recruitment
With Big 4 pedigree, a Chartered Accountant background, and extensive recruitment experience, I bring technical credibility and commercial understanding to every search. I speak the language of finance leaders and understand their priorities, while also appreciating what matters most to candidates considering their next move.
Every search is personally led, highly selective, and tightly managed. My objective is not simply to fill a role, but achieving the right fit for both the business and the individual.
For Clients
For Candidates
Why Work With A&F
Technical Credibility
As a Chartered Accountant with Big 4 experience, I understand the roles I recruit for including the technical demands, what drives career progression, and what distinguishes a strong candidate from a great one.
Deep market relationships
Years specialising in accounting and finance recruitment have allowed me to build a deep network of experienced finance professionals who are often not actively applying for roles.
Personally led
Every search is led by me directly. You deal with one person throughout the process, from the initial briefing conversation through to placement.
Services
Whether you're building a team or planning your next career move, I provide tailored recruitment solutions across the executive, permanent, and contract markets.
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For senior level hires where discretion, depth of search, and quality of process are essential. I commit dedicated time and resource to each recruitment process.
Typical roles include:
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Finance Director
Head of Finance
Financial Controller
FP&A Manager
My approach is structured, confidential, and focused on securing leaders who strengthen both financial control and commercial direction.
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For mid-to-senior level roles where speed and market knowledge are key. I draw on deep networks built over years recruiting in the accounting and finance sector.
Typical roles include:
Financial Accountants
Financial Analysts
Finance Managers
Management Accountants
Finance Business Partners
Each process is selective and personally led to ensure technical capability, cultural suitability, and long-term contribution.
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support businesses requiring short-term or project-based finance expertise.
Typical roles include:
Interim Accountants
Project Finance Support
Month-End Support
Financial Reporting Specialists
My objective is to provide reliable, technically capable professionals who can deliver immediate value.
For Clients
I work with corporate and commercial organisations who value a personally managed, technically informed approach to recruitment.
What to expect
A detailed briefing conversation to understand the role, the team, and the culture.
Advice on role scope, job description, salary positioning, and market expectations.
A considered, well-researched shortlist with a technically grounded assessment of both capability and team fit.
Direct communication throughout with discretion as standard, particularly for sensitive or confidential engagements.
My objective is to place a finance professional who strengthens your team and contributes beyond the job brief.
If you would like to discuss a requirement, I welcome a confidential conversation.
For Candidates
I work with accounting and finance professionals who are actively or passively exploring their next opportunity, ensuring they have clarity and confidence before making a move.
How I work with candidates
I take the time to understand your background, motivations, and what you're looking for.
I only present roles I believe are genuinely relevant to your experience and career aspirations.
I provide honest, informed guidance, including when a role may not be the right fit.
All conversations are treated as strictly confidential.
My objective is to connect you with an opportunity where your skills are valued and where you can continue to grow professionally.
If you would like to discuss your situation, I welcome a confidential conversation.