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### Accounting and CPA practice opportunities

We work with Top 100 accounting firms across the UK, USA and Canada looking for qualified audit, tax, and accounting professionals.

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## We exclusively represent accounting practice professionals

If you're an audit, tax, or accounting professional currently in practice or interested in moving into practice, we would like to hear from you.

### Audit

From newly qualified to Director level. We place audit professionals in Top 100 firms, specialist practices, and boutique audit firms

### Tax

Personal tax, corporate tax, and specialist tax roles. We work with firms looking for tax seniors through to senior managers and directors

### Accounting

Practice accountants, accounts managers, and portfolio managers for firms handling SME and mid-market or large corporates

### How we support your career move

### Confidential Conversations

Your trust matters deeply to us. Every conversation is treated with the utmost confidentiality, and your details are only ever shared with firms when you personally give us your clear consent.

### Market Intelligence

We offer candid, heartfelt guidance on your true market value, career possibilities, and the realities of different firms. Our commitment is to open, sincere advice, never pressure, so you can make decisions that feel right for you.

### Interview Preparation

Your success is our priority. We equip you with thoughtful, in-depth guidance tailored to each firm: their culture, their partners, and what truly matters to them, so you feel confident and prepared every step of the way.

### What we look for

#### We are selective about who we represent because our reputation with firms depends on quality

### Technical Requirements

❇️ Accounting, tax, or audit qualified or a finalist in the UK, US, or Canada

❇️ Currently working in practice, or demonstrates a strong interest in practice environments

❇️ Experience in audit, tax, or accounting

❇️ Strong technical competency

❇️ Available for permanent or contract roles

### Practice Fit

⭐ Genuine interest in a career within practice

⭐ Deep understanding of client service dynamics

⭐ Professional communication abilities

⭐ Career ambitions aligned with practice progression

⭐ Strong cultural fit within the accounting practice environment

 

## Common questions

Do I need to pay a fee?

No, you will never be asked to pay. At Baker Thornton, all fees are covered by the hiring firm, ensuring your journey to a new role remains focused on your ambitions, not your finances.

Will you share my CV without permission?

Your privacy matters deeply to us. We will only share your details with a firm when you’ve given us your clear, personal consent.

I'm currently employed. Is this confidential?

Absolutely. Your trust is paramount to us, every conversation remains strictly confidential, and we will never reach out to your current employer.

What if I'm not actively looking but open to opportunities?

We understand that the best opportunities often come when you least expect them. If you share your interest with us, we'll thoughtfully reach out when a truly exceptional role arises that could be the perfect next step for you.

How long does the process typically take?

From our very first conversation to the moment an offer is extended, your journey typically unfolds within 2 to 4 weeks, guided by your availability and the unique pace of your firm’s interview process. Every step is thoughtfully managed, with your priorities and commitments at the heart of our approach.

Do you only work with experienced professionals?

We warmly welcome applications from professionals who are qualified or approaching qualification, bringing at least two years of valuable experience. If you are newly qualified and passionate about your next step, we would be delighted to discuss how we might support you, depending on the opportunity.

## Ready to explore your next opportunity?

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