Factotum adds Accountancy Action to further strengthen their Integrated Talent & Operations Powerhouse

Factotum, a dynamic multi-disciplinary outsourcing firm, today announced the addition of Accountancy Action, a leading specialist in accountancy and finance recruitment. This strategic, client-centric merger combines Factotum’s renowned expertise in talent and business operations with Accountancy Action’s 20+ years of leadership in finance recruitment, creating an integrated professional services powerhouse designed to deliver smarter, faster solutions for clients across the board.

In a market where recruitment businesses have been under pressure from economic headwinds and evolving client expectations, the move is a forward-thinking response to industry challenges. The back end of 2022 and 2023 was a particularly difficult period for recruitment firms, with inflation and rising interest rates dampening hiring and confidence. Combining strengths has become increasingly critical – a trend reflected in robust M&A activity as firms seek to bolster capabilities through consolidation.

By uniting Factotum’s broad business support services with Accountancy Action’s niche recruitment expertise, the combined entity is poised to offer a 360° suite of services that meet today’s business needs in one place. This “client-first” merger underscores a shared belief that integrated skillsets will yield unmatched value for clients in the professional services space now and into the future.

Factotum – founded in 2020 by CEO Bobby Lane – has quickly made its mark as a “one-stop” outsourcing partner for growing businesses. The firm was the first in the UK to provide a comprehensive range of back-office services under one roof, from accounting, payroll and IT to marketing, HR and talent acquisition. Factotum’s model supports business owners by taking care of essential but time-consuming operations, allowing clients to focus on what they do best. Notably, Factotum has been recognised for delivering outstanding client service – it was recently shortlisted for a national Client Service Award, reflecting its commitment to long-term relationships built on trust and tangible results.

Accountancy Action, founded in 2001 by Marc Kirsch, has “redefined recruitment” in the finance sector with a refreshingly different approach. Over two decades, Kirsch’s team built an independent consultancy known for deep client relationships and high satisfaction in placing accounting and finance talent. Accountancy Action is a specialist finance recruiter, delivering temporary, permanent and contract placements at all levels. It grew into a Top 250 recruitment firm through an unwavering focus on meeting client and candidate needs. Both firms share a client-centric ethos – Factotum and Accountancy Action have each earned the trust of clients through personalised service and a reputation for going above and beyond.

By joining forces, Factotum and Accountancy Action create a synergistic offering that is greater than the sum of its parts. Clients will have a single, trusted partner for both acquiring top-notch financial talent and optimising business operations. The combined firm can find the right people and also support those people with world-class accounting, HR, IT, and other back-office services. This 360° support means businesses can hire smarter and operate more efficiently without juggling multiple providers.

The merger unites leadership teams with decades of experience in their fields – from Factotum’s business operations experts to Accountancy Action’s recruitment veterans. Collectively, the new team leverages over 75 years of industry know-how and insight. Factotum’s broad perspective on business strategy and operations complements Accountancy Action’s in-depth knowledge of the finance talent market, creating an unparalleled knowledge base to tackle client challenges.

Both Factotum and Accountancy Action credit their success to strong, long-term client relationships. Factotum’s ethos of being “by your side” as a scalable partner aligns perfectly with Accountancy Action’s mission to make recruitment a genuine pleasure for clients. Client satisfaction and trust will remain the north star. For clients, the message is clear: this is about you. By combining our skill sets, we aim to elevate the client experience with more holistic solutions, greater value, and a single point of accountability for critical support functions.

“This opportunity is about creating something truly unique for our clients,” said Bobby Lane, CEO of Factotum. “By bringing Accountancy Action into the Factotum, we’re uniting top-tier talent acquisition with our full spectrum of business support services. In today’s climate, businesses demand smarter and more integrated solutions – and that’s exactly what we will deliver. With recruitment firms facing immense pressure to innovate, we’re taking a bold step to ensure our clients can grow faster and run smarter. Now they can count on one partner to help build their teams and streamline their operations, so they can get on with their core business.”

“After 24 years of redefining finance recruitment, joining Factotum is a natural evolution for us,” added Marc Kirsch, Founder of Accountancy Action. “We’ve always prided ourselves on being different – truly walking the walk for our clients. By combining with Factotum, we’re doubling down on that promise with new capabilities and broader reach. This partnership lets us offer our loyal clients so much more than recruitment alone, from operational support to strategic guidance, all under one roof. It’s a forward-thinking alliance that will help our clients navigate the future with confidence. We’re excited to continue our journey as part of Factotum, knowing that our core mission of client service first will only grow stronger.”

“I am thrilled to welcome the Accountancy Action team,” said Lucie Jeffries, Director of Client Services – Talent at Factotum. “This is a merger of minds and values. Both teams believe in building deep relationships and delivering quality over quantity in recruitment. Together, we will set a new standard for how finance talent and business operations solutions are delivered – one that’s agile, integrated, and truly client-first. Our combined client base will immediately feel the benefit of having the best of both worlds: the personal touch and domain expertise of a specialist recruiter, backed by the resources and innovative spirit of Factotum. It’s an incredibly powerful combination that will help businesses hire better and run better, faster than ever.”

This move signals a new benchmark in the professional services sector, showcasing how combining complementary specialities can create outsized value for clients. Industry analysts note that with the supply of top talent tightening and businesses seeking more value, the stage is set for strategic combinations like this one, as firms integrate strengths to expand capabilities in meaningful ways. The addition of Accountancy Action positions Factotum at the forefront of this trend, blurring the lines between recruitment and business advisory to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Clients of both firms can expect “business as usual” continuity with the added advantage of new services and a larger support team ready to serve. The combined organisation will operate with a shared mission to help clients find and manage talent in a way that drives business growth.

“Recruitment isn’t just about filling positions – it’s about enabling a business’s vision,” said Bobby Lane. “By expanding our recruitment expertise with operational know-how, we’re enabling our clients to achieve that vision smarter and faster. This merger is ultimately about our clients’ success.”