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Meet our Transactional Temps and Interim Specialists

Why is it that so many people and businesses in Yorkshire trust and rely on Sharp Consultancy to support their temporary and interim financial recruitment strategies? ​Sharp Consultancy is Yorkshire’s largest, most experienced and best-connected independent company committed exclusively to financial recruitment. We’re the true specialists. Unlike so many other firms, financial recruitment is all we do - so we’re probably the most focused and knowledgeable company in the region. ​And in Yorkshire, no other specialist Temporary and Interim Finance Recruitment team enjoy as many years of combined finance sector experience. Therefore, both our Transactional Temps and Interim Specialists divisions are the most knowledgeable in the region. ​Karen PitchforthKaren Pitchforth has over two decades of recruitment experience, dedicating more than half of that to Sharp Consultancy and is pivotal to our Interim Specialist division. Dedicated to South Yorkshire businesses, Karen has a vast network of part-qualified, fully qualified, or qualified by experience interim finance specialists in the region.​Karen's Company ProfileKaren's LinkedIn Profile​Colin MolyneuxColin Molyneux’s career spans almost 25 years and now in his second stint with Sharp Consultancy has been a key component in our Interim Specialist division. His expert focus on sourcing and placing Qualified Interim professionals across West Yorkshire and has a concrete commitment: whether it’s days or hours, he’ll meet your deadlines. Colin's Company ProfileColin's LinkedIn Profile​Stuart Douglass​​Stuart Douglass has been an integral part of our Interim Specialist division since 2016, building on a career spanning over 25 years. He focuses exclusively on senior interim roles within West and North Yorkshire and covers Part Qualified, Qualified by Experience and Qualified requirements. His deep understanding of the finance market means he is a trusted advisor to many clients. Stuart's Company ProfileStuart's LinkedIn Profile​Deanna CrosbyDeanna Crosby has established herself as a leading Transactional Temps expert in South Yorkshire. She focuses predominantly on the Barnsley, Doncaster, and Rotherham areas supplying variety of Transactional Temps including, Finance/Accounts Assistants, Credit Controllers, Sales and Purchase Ledger Clerks and Payroll. Dee provides a rapid response to meet her clients’ needs. ​Deanna's Company Profile Deanna's LinkedIn Profile​Liam O'FlahertyLiam O'Flaherty has over 20 years of finance recruitment experience. Now in his fifth year with us, Liam specialises in Transactional Temp recruitment throughout West Yorkshire. His deep understanding of the local market, combined with his consultative approach, ensures that both clients and candidates receive unparalleled service and support. Liam's Company ProfileLiam's LinkedIn Profile​Tom TurnerTom Turner is now in his sixth year in recruitment, and entering his 3rd year with Sharp Consultancy, where he has quickly established himself as the go-to transactional temp specialist in the Sheffield market. Covering all aspects of transactional finance, Tom is the person to find the right fit when it comes to temp Finance Assistants, Accounts Payable Clerks, Accounts Receivable staff and payrollers. With shrewd judgement, he makes precise recommendations.Tom's Company Profile Tom's LinkedIn Profile​So, with circa 100 years of combined Transactional Temps and Interim Specialist recruitment experience, and more than a third of that within Sharp Consultancy itself, the real question is not why is it that so many people and businesses in Yorkshire trust and rely on Sharp Consultancy to support their temporary and interim financial recruitment strategies? But more why would you choose to go anywhere else? ​Our aim is to earn your trust by providing a superior experience. To discuss how Sharp Consultancy assist you and your business speak to one of these leading experts in their field on 0113 236 6300 or 0114 261 1700.​

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William Pleasance
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William Pleasance

Senior Consultant

​With 3 years at Sharp Consultancy, William Pleasance has refined his expertise in recruiting Part Qualified and Qualified Accountants across Leeds, Wakefield, Harrogate, and York. His career is built on a solid foundation of educational and professional experiences shaping his consultative approach.

William completed a Level 3 Business Studies course at Selby College while gaining retail experience. His career took an enriching turn when he worked as a barber for three years, equipping him with exceptional people skills and client understanding. Transitioning to the corporate world, he joined a Payment Solutions business as a B2B Sales Executive. During his year there, he gained invaluable insights into business operations and client relationships.

At Sharp Consultancy, William specialises in recruiting Part Qualified and Qualified Accountants in Leeds, Wakefield, Harrogate, and York. His targeted approach ensures a perfect fit for both clients and job seekers.

William's friends describe him as ambitious, driven, and measured. Recently, he has embraced fatherhood, adding empathy and patience to his professional persona. Outside of family life, he is passionate about fitness and health, visiting the gym often and studying nutrition. He is also an avid Chelsea fan, often organising his weekends around football matches.

At Sharp Consultancy, their commitment to excellence and long-standing client relationships sets them apart. Connect with them to experience their genuinely consultative approach.

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    ​I cannot fault the service and professionalism Will showed me, he genuinely cared about me finding and enjoying my role. The care did not stop once I found my role, he continued to check in with how I was getting on with regular calls and emails. If only all recruitment consultants were like that.

    Curtis
    Curtis
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    ​Will absolutely smashed it, perfectly suited role to my skill set, plenty of opportunities for professional growth and the work atmosphere is aligned with my personal values. Will went above and beyond to negotiate my desired salary. He also reassured me that the move would be the right one for me. He wasn’t wrong!

    Harrison
    Harrison
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    ​Will was 10 out of 10! He talked me through everything and supported me all the way! Thumbs up from me 👍

    Lynn
    Lynn