<p> </p><p>Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with DEEP Manufacturing to recruit a newly created Financial Controller position on a permanent basis to be based in Avonmouth, Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapid scale business, built from a much needed innovation within the manufacturing space. Reporting to the CFO, you will play an active role in the building of processes, controls and systems alongside people as the business grows - this role will build the foundation of a finance function in a fast paced environment.</p><p> </p><p>The Financial Controller position will play a pivotal role in establishing the finance function for DEEP Manufacturing as it transitions to a standalone entity from the group structure. You will deliver robust day-to-day finance activities whilst actively driving new and improved processes and systems.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About DEEP Manufacturing…</strong></p><p>DEEP Manufacturing specializes in the rapid production of large, high-integrity metal components. From its facilities in Bristol, UK, and Houston, U.S., it operates one of the world's largest concentrations of Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) systems - delivering speed, scale and quality of production.</p><p>When DEEP set out to build a new generation of subsea human habitats, it found traditional manufacturing processes fell short on total cost, lead times and material waste. DEEP Manufacturing was launched to produce underwater pressure vessels for human occupancy. Today, its capacity and capability in large metal part production is offered to other customers in any industry, anywhere in the world.</p><p><strong>The Financial Controller Role…</strong></p><ul><li>Own the monthly management accounts process and associated reporting</li><li>Balance Sheet control and reconciliations</li><li>Preparation of statutory accounts and support the audit process</li><li>Assist with transfer pricing and intercompany arrangements</li><li>Support with VAT, corporation tax and other tax requirements with support of external providers</li><li>Business partnering with non-finance stakeholders within the manufacturing space guiding on performance, productivity, inventory, stock control, labour efficiency and CAPEX</li><li>Own standard costing, inventory accounting and WIP</li><li>Build scalable finance processes, ERP optimisation and adoption of necessary tools for a best in class function</li><li>As the business scales, recruit and develop a purpose built team offering clear routes for progression</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you…</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong technical accounting experience (UK GAAP, IFRS)</li><li>Experience within ERP optimisation and utilisation</li><li>Evidence of working within a start-up/scale up environment</li><li>Strong working knowledge of manufacturing principles and accounting</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on offer…</strong></p><ul><li>£80,000 to £90,000 per annum base salary</li><li>20% discretionary bonus</li><li>Enhanced pension (9% employer contribution)</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>On-site catering</li><li>On-site gym</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW5keS5Ucm91cC43Njg4Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with ITW Construction - Offsite Europe on a retained basis to recruit a Financial Controller for its UK & Ireland business.</p><p>Part of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a Fortune 300 global industrial company with operations in over 50 countries, ITW is recognised worldwide for its customer-focused innovation and entrepreneurial culture. Within ITW's Construction Products segment, Offsite Europe supplies industry-leading engineered connectors and design software solutions that help customers improve productivity, efficiency, and performance across construction and manufacturing environments.</p><p class="___1ehrlty f1s184ao fpgzoln">The Offsite Europe business has approximately 80 employees across the UK and Ireland and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business where commercial thinking, innovation, and continuous improvement are genuinely encouraged.</p><p class="___1ehrlty f1s184ao fpgzoln"><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the Business Unit Manager and forming part of the local leadership team, the Financial Controller will provide financial leadership across the UK & Ireland operation.</p><p>This is a highly visible role that combines strong financial control with commercial business partnering. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, driving operational improvements, and leading the finance team to deliver best-in-class financial support to the business.</p><p>Working closely with operations, sales, supply chain and senior leadership, you will play a key role in helping the business achieve its growth ambitions across the region. Based at the company's Glenrothes headquarters, the role offers a flexible hybrid working model whilst maintaining close collaboration with the UK & Ireland leadership team and wider operations function.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead all financial reporting activities, ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end reporting.</li><li>Manage forecasting, budgeting and long-range planning processes.</li><li>Maintain a strong financial control environment across the business.</li><li>Lead internal and external audit processes and ensure compliance with statutory and corporate requirements.</li><li>Partner closely with operational leaders to provide financial insight and support decision-making.</li><li>Analyse business performance, profitability and operational efficiency, identifying opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Support inventory management, capital expenditure planning and working capital initiatives.</li><li>Drive cost saving and margin enhancement projects across the business.</li><li>Provide leadership, coaching and support to the finance team.</li><li>Champion continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes, systems and reporting.</li><li>Act as a trusted adviser to the Business Unit Leadership Team.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>We're keen to speak with qualified finance professionals who can demonstrate:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or international equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience within a Financial Controller, Senior Finance Manager or similar leadership role.</li><li>Strong technical accounting, reporting and financial control expertise.</li><li>Experience managing budgeting, forecasting and planning processes.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills.</li><li>The ability to translate complex financial information into meaningful commercial insights.</li><li>A proactive and solutions-focused approach.</li><li>Strong Excel and ERP systems experience.</li><li>Experience supporting operational, manufacturing, engineering or supply chain environments would be advantageous.</li></ul><h2>Why Join ITW?</h2><ul><li>A highly competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Join a world-class industrial organisation with a strong reputation for innovation.</li><li>Highly visible leadership role with significant exposure to senior decision makers.</li><li>Broad remit spanning financial control, operations support and commercial partnering.</li><li>Opportunity to influence business performance and future growth.</li><li>Entrepreneurial culture that encourages ownership, innovation and continuous improvement.</li><li>Hybrid working model and competitive reward package.</li></ul><h3>Application Process</h3><p>Robert Half has been exclusively retained by ITW Construction - Offsite Europe to manage this appointment.</p><p><strong>All applications, whether submitted directly to ITW, via job boards, or through third-party recruiters, will be redirected to Robert Half for review and management as part of the retained recruitment process.</strong></p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNjI4NDEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Controller</strong></p><p>Are you looking to join a progressive, purpose‑driven organisation in a senior finance leadership role?</p><p><strong>Robert Half are delighted to be partnered with Enroly and Ecctis on this pivotal role</strong>, offering a unique opportunity to work across two innovative and growing organisations operating at the forefront of international education and technology.</p><p><strong>About Enroly & Ecctis</strong><br /> Ecctis is a globally recognised leader in the evaluation of international qualifications and skills, working with governments, universities and employers worldwide to support global mobility and education standards.</p><p>Enroly is a fast‑growing technology business transforming how universities manage international student compliance and onboarding, delivering a seamless and secure student experience through its innovative platform.</p><p>Together, they offer a dynamic and collaborative environment with a strong sense of purpose. As an <strong>Employee Ownership Trust</strong>, the organisations promote a culture where employees are genuinely invested in the success of the business, with a shared commitment to innovation, inclusivity and continuous improvement.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong><br /> This is a high‑impact Finance Controller role, responsible for leading the finance function across both organisations. You will play a key role in driving financial performance, strengthening controls and providing strategic insight to support continued growth.</p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, you will oversee a team and act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, ensuring the delivery of accurate financial reporting, robust governance and commercial insight.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, develop and manage the finance team, driving performance and continuous improvement</li><li>Oversee all core finance operations, including ledgers, payroll, VAT and regulatory reporting</li><li>Deliver monthly management accounts with clear, insightful commentary for leadership</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning across the group</li><li>Ensure strong financial controls, compliance and successful delivery of audit processes</li><li>Provide commercial insight, partnering with the business on performance, pricing and cost optimisation</li><li>Support strategic decision‑making and deputise for the Finance Director when required</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li>Proven experience in a senior finance leadership or controller role</li><li>Strong technical knowledge across financial reporting, controls, tax and audit</li><li>Experience managing and developing finance teams</li><li>Track record of improving systems, processes and financial performance</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>Results‑driven with a proactive, solutions‑focused approach</li><li>High attention to detail and strong governance focus</li><li>Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, evolving environment</li></ul><p><strong>Salary and Benefits</strong><br /> A competitive salary of up to £70,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package and hybrid working. This is a fantastic opportunity to join collaborative, forward‑thinking organisations where you can make a genuine impact and play a key role in shaping future growth.</p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br /> For further information or to apply, please contact Andy Troup on 0117 993 5404 or email your CV</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW5keS5Ucm91cC42NTg3MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><p><strong>Finance Analyst</strong></p><p><strong>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with Proper Cornish</strong> in their recruitment of an outstanding finance analyst</p><p>Since 1988, <strong>Proper Cornish</strong> has been creating award-winning Cornish pasties and savoury pastry products from the heart of Cornwall. With over 35 years of heritage, a team of more than 260 colleagues and a vision to be the UK's preferred supplier, Proper Cornish combines traditional craftsmanship with continuous innovation. As the business continues to grow and evolve, we're looking for a commercially minded <strong>Financial Planning & Analysis Accountant</strong> to join our finance team in Bodmin.</p><p>This is a newly created opportunity with real visibility across the business, partnering closely with Sales, Operations and Senior Leadership whilst helping shape future reporting, forecasting and business intelligence capability.</p><p><strong>Why Join Proper Cornish?</strong></p><p>This is far more than a traditional reporting role, you'll take ownership of sales reporting, forecasting, budgeting and performance insight across a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment. You'll be joining an open, down-to-earth and supportive culture where personality matters just as much as technical ability. The team works collaboratively, communicates honestly and isn't afraid to show a bit of emotion and humour along the way.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll act as a key link between Finance and Sales, ensuring the business has accurate, meaningful and timely information to support decision making.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Leading the annual budgeting and forecasting process</li><li>Producing insightful sales, margin and profitability reporting</li><li>Developing and maintaining financial models and reporting tools</li><li>Providing account-level analysis for major customers and sales managers</li><li>Managing rebate calculations, accruals and customer reporting</li><li>Supporting month-end reporting and financial analysis</li><li>Producing ad hoc commercial reporting and trend analysis</li><li>Working closely with stakeholders across Sales, Procurement, Operations and Finance</li><li>Driving reporting improvements, automation and process efficiency</li><li>Supporting group reporting requirements and data development initiatives</li><li>Utilising Excel, Power BI and data tools to turn information into actionable business insight</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're open to a variety of backgrounds and welcome applications from:</p><ul><li>Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountants</li><li>Experienced part-qualified accountants with strong commercial analysis skills</li><li>First movers from practice looking for their first industry role</li><li>Second movers seeking broader commercial exposure</li></ul><p><strong>You'll ideally bring:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong Excel skills, including Power Query and advanced data manipulation</li><li>Experience working with large datasets and complex reporting</li><li>Exposure to Power BI and business intelligence reporting</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Confidence working with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>A proactive approach and ability to work independently</li><li>Manufacturing, FMCG or food production experience (desirable)</li></ul><p><strong>What's in It for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Salary £40,000 - £45,000</li><li>Annual bonus of up to 5%</li><li>Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) + wider benefits</li></ul><ul><li>Great food, on us - From free staff bakes and fresh fruit to quarterly team BBQs and a subsidised canteen, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy good food with colleagues. It's a popular perk that adds to the friendly and social atmosphere across the business.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>A Business Built on Values</strong></p><p>At Proper Cornish, quality, customer focus, honesty, friendliness and passion underpin everything they do. From producing over 76,000 pasties a day to supplying customers nationwide, the business combines Cornish heritage with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.</p><p>If you're an ambitious accountant who enjoys turning data into insight, partnering with stakeholders and making a genuine commercial impact, please contact me to discuss this exciting role further.</p><p>Andy Troup</p><p>Robert Half</p><p> </p><p>0117 993 5404</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4zMzExOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><h1>Interim Finance Director</h1><h2>Location:</h2><p>Worcestershire </p><h2>Contract Type:</h2><p>Interim (6 Months Initial Contract)</p><h2>Day Rate:</h2><p>Up to £550 per day INSIDE IR35</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>We are partnering with a growing SME to appoint an experienced Interim Finance Director to support the business through an important period of change and development. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, you will take ownership of the finance function, provide commercial insight, strengthen controls and support strategic decision-making.</p><p>This is a hands-on role requiring an individual who can operate at both a strategic and operational level. The successful candidate will be comfortable rolling up their sleeves, improving processes and ensuring the business has the financial information required to support growth.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead the day-to-day finance function and manage a small finance team.</li><li>Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management processes.</li><li>Provide commercial support and challenge to the Managing Director and leadership team.</li><li>Improve financial controls, processes and reporting capability.</li><li>Review working capital, cash management and profitability performance.</li><li>Lead year-end accounting activities and manage relationships with auditors, banks and external advisers.</li><li>Oversee balance sheet integrity and ensure robust reconciliation processes are in place.</li><li>Support operational decision-making through meaningful financial analysis and KPI reporting.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements across finance and wider business operations.</li><li>Assist with business planning, strategic initiatives and potential growth opportunities.</li></ul><h2>Key Requirements</h2><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience operating as a Finance Director, Financial Controller or Head of Finance.</li><li>Strong SME experience with the ability to work in a hands-on environment.</li><li>Proven track record of delivering finance transformation, process improvement or business change initiatives.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>Experience managing cashflow, forecasting and working capital within growing businesses.</li><li>Comfortable leading teams and driving accountability across the finance function.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both financial and non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul><h2>Ideal Background</h2><p>We are particularly interested in individuals who have:</p><ul><li>Held interim finance leadership positions.</li><li>Worked within owner-managed, private equity-backed or entrepreneurial businesses.</li><li>Supported periods of growth, turnaround, restructuring or transformation.</li><li>Experience implementing systems, improving reporting and strengthening financial controls.</li><li>A pragmatic, hands-on approach with the ability to quickly build credibility and deliver results.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to work closely with the Managing Director and leadership team.</li><li>Autonomous role with genuine influence over business decision-making.</li><li>Chance to leave a lasting impact through process improvement and commercial support.</li><li>Flexible working environment.</li><li>Immediate start available.</li></ul><p>This opportunity would suit a commercially minded Interim Finance Director who enjoys operating within fast-paced SME environments and can quickly identify opportunities to improve performance, strengthen controls and support sustainable growth.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzMwMzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Finance Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> East Lancashire (Hybrid - 3 days office based)</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed business to recruit a Senior Finance Manager based in East Lancashire. </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a commercially driven organisation that is investing heavily in its finance function as part of its next phase of growth. Working closely with the Group Finance Director and CFO, you will take ownership of the finance function for a significant trading division, playing a key role in strengthening financial reporting, improving controls and supporting operational decision-making.</p><p>This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to step into a broad leadership role with genuine progression towards Financial Controller.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will have responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, ensuring robust financial reporting while partnering with operational stakeholders across the business.</p><p>Working in a fast-paced, sales-led environment, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate financial information, driving process improvements and supporting the wider leadership team with commercial insight.</p><p>You'll also work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple UK locations as part of a well-supported Group Finance function.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own the end-to-end monthly management accounts process.</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, management information and detailed financial commentary.</li><li>Produce flash reporting and month-end reporting packs.</li><li>Complete journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Review and authorise supplier payments.</li><li>Oversee payroll processes.</li><li>Manage and support the local finance team while overseeing day-to-day financial operations.</li><li>Act as the primary finance contact for operational stakeholders.</li><li>Deliver meaningful financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting.</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.</li><li>Develop and enhance financial reporting to meet evolving stakeholder requirements.</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to financial controls, reporting and processes.</li><li>Build strong relationships with finance teams across multiple UK locations.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p><p>You'll be confident communicating with senior stakeholders, capable of influencing strong personalities and comfortable balancing operational support with robust financial control.</p><p><strong>You'll ideally have:</strong></p><ul><li>QBE or Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA</li><li>Strong experience producing end-to-end management accounts.</li><li>Excellent month-end reporting experience.</li><li>Experience preparing journals and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting experience.</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li><li>Experience using Sage Intacct or a comparable ERP system.</li><li>Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A proactive, positive and hands-on approach.</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid working (3 days per week on site).</li><li>25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li><li>Exposure to an experienced executive leadership team.</li><li>Genuine opportunity to influence finance transformation.</li><li>Clear progression towards Financial Controller.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative Group Finance environment.</li></ul><p>This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join a growing organisation where they can make a genuine impact while developing their career within a business undergoing significant investment and transformation.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjgxNjIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h3>Interim Finance Director | Surrey | £500-£550 per day</h3><p><strong>Confidential Education Sector Organisation | Interim Assignment</strong></p><p>We are currently supporting a <strong>confidential organisation within the education sector</strong>, based in Surrey, with the appointment of an experienced <strong>Interim Finance Director</strong>.</p><p>This is a senior interim opportunity for a qualified finance professional who can step into an established finance function, provide stability and leadership, and support the organisation through a period of transition.</p><p>The assignment is expected to run for an initial <strong>3-6 months</strong>, with potential for extension.</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p>The successful candidate will provide senior leadership across the finance function, working closely with the wider leadership team and overseeing key financial and operational priorities.</p><p>The role will include:</p><ul><li><p>Providing leadership and stability across the finance function</p></li><li><p>Supporting the team through a period of change</p></li><li><p>Overseeing core financial control, reporting and compliance</p></li><li><p>Supporting the annual audit process</p></li><li><p>Reviewing and improving existing finance processes and controls</p></li><li><p>Overseeing finance systems and ongoing development activity</p></li><li><p>Ensuring key compliance and business-as-usual activities continue effectively</p></li><li><p>Providing trusted financial support and insight to senior stakeholders</p></li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Interim Finance Director or senior Finance Leader</strong> who can quickly establish credibility and make an impact.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification</p></li><li><p>Previous experience operating at Finance Director or equivalent level</p></li><li><p>A strong interim track record</p></li><li><p>Experience leading finance teams through periods of change</p></li><li><p>Strong technical accounting, controls and compliance knowledge</p></li><li><p>Experience within a complex organisation</p></li><li><p>The ability to quickly build relationships and provide confident leadership</p></li><li><p>Education, charity or not-for-profit experience would be advantageous, but is not essential</p></li></ul><p><strong>Location:</strong> Surrey<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Predominantly onsite initially, with some flexibility thereafter<br /><strong>Duration:</strong> 3-6 months initially, with potential to extend<br /><strong>Day rate:</strong> £500-£550 per day<br /><strong>Start:</strong> Ideally within the next 2-3 weeks</p><p><strong>This is a confidential appointment. Further information will be provided to suitable candidates during the recruitment process.</strong></p><p>If you are an experienced interim finance leader and available at short notice, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNzU2NjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Robert Half are proud to be supporting an organisation within the education sector, based near Bath, with the recruitment of an interim finance director.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">This is a fantastic opportunity for newly created role reporting to board level, ideal for a candidate with previous experience within the sector at head of finance, financial controller or finance director level.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 months minimum - opportunity for extension.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Daily rate:</strong> Up to £400pd (Inside IR35)</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Start date:</strong> Early/Mid-October</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Hybrid:</strong> 3 days onsite, 2 remote.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Location:</strong> Near Bath.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Reporting to board level, you will take responsibility for the following:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Production of monthly management accounts</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Cashflow forecasting and treasury management</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Bank covenant monitoring and compliance reporting</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Oversight of payroll for 400-500 employees</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Management of sales ledger, purchase ledger and debt collection</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Responsibility for cash and investment management</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* VAT returns and Corporation Tax compliance</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Management of the external audit process</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Insurance claims administration</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Attendance at Finance Committee meetings and preparation of associated reports</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Supporting the implementation of a new HR and payroll system</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">This role suits a candidate that is a qualified accountant and can hit the ground running on the above responsibilities.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400 or apply directly to this advert.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjU3MjM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Group Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>3-6 Month Interim Assignment | £450-£450 per day Umbrella | [Cheltenham / Hybrid]</strong></p><p>A senior interim opportunity with genuine ownership and direct CFO exposure</p><p>Robert Half is exclusively supporting an established organisation in the appointment of an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller for an initial 3-6 month assignment.</p><p>Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a key role within the finance leadership team and an opportunity for an experienced interim to step into a broad remit, take ownership and make a visible impact.</p><p>This isn't a role where you'll simply be producing the numbers.</p><p>You'll have responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, the quality of financial reporting and controls, and the wider processes that support the business.</p><p><strong>Assignment details:</strong></p><p>Duration: 3-6 months<br /> Rate: £450-£450 per day Umbrella<br /> Location: Cheltenham, GL51<br /> Start: ASAP</p><p>Reporting to: CFO</p><p><strong>What you'll be doing:</strong></p><p>You'll take ownership across the full operational finance function, including:</p><ul><li>Leading the month-end close and delivery of accurate management accounts across P&L, balance sheet and cashflow</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls, reconciliations and balance sheet integrity</li><li>Leading budgeting, rolling forecasts and scenario planning</li><li>Providing clear analysis and insight to the CFO and senior leadership team</li><li>Owning cashflow forecasting and working capital management</li><li>Overseeing debtor and creditor performance</li><li>Managing the year-end statutory accounts and external audit</li><li>Overseeing VAT and wider tax compliance</li><li>Leading and developing the finance team</li><li>Improving finance processes, systems, reporting and automation</li><li>Working closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to improve financial visibility and decision-making</li><li>Acting as a trusted partner to the CFO and deputising where required</li></ul><p>What we're looking for</p><p>You'll be a qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent - with a strong track record in Financial Controller, Group Financial Controller, Head of Finance or a similar senior finance position.</p><p>More importantly, you'll be someone who can hit the ground running.</p><p>You'll have:</p><ul><li>Strong hands-on experience across management accounts and financial control</li><li>A solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting and cashflow</li><li>Experience with statutory accounts and audit</li><li>Proven experience managing and developing finance teams</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge</li><li>The confidence to work with senior non-finance stakeholders</li><li>A pragmatic, commercial approach</li><li>Experience improving processes, systems and reporting</li><li>The ability to operate independently and take ownership from day one</li></ul><p>Experience working across multiple entities would be advantageous.</p><p>Why consider it?</p><p>For an experienced interim, this is an opportunity to take on a genuine Group FC remit, working directly with the CFO and having influence across the wider finance function.</p><p>You'll have the scope to get involved in the detail where required, whilst also stepping back to improve controls, reporting, processes and the way finance supports the wider business.</p><p>If you're an experienced interim FC who enjoys coming into a business, getting up to speed quickly and leaving things in a stronger position, this could be a particularly good fit.</p><p>If you're available now, coming available shortly, or would like to discuss the assignment confidentially, please don't hesitate to apply.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjIwNDQ3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of Financial Planning on behalf of a specialist Service and Data/Information Organisation with offices in Buckingham.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Head of Financial Planning you will become a senior member of the Finance leadership team, working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Head of Financial Operations and other Executive stakeholders to provide strategic leadership in relation to financial planning, performance management and business partnering activities, ensuring that financial insight, forecasting, modelling and analysis support decision making at all levels of the organisation. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Lead the development and continuous improvement of the Organisation financial planning framework, including annual budgets, rolling forecasts, medium-term plans and long-term financial projections.</li><li>Establish organisation-wide planning methodologies, performance management frameworks and financial modelling standards.</li><li>Provide strategic oversight of management information and financial performance reporting, ensuring outputs support effective institutional decision making and governance.</li><li>Lead the financial evaluation of major investments, commercial opportunities, partnerships and organisational change initiatives, including due diligence annual reviews.</li><li>Develop and maintain complex financial models, including resource allocation methodologies, scenario models, investment appraisals and financial sustainability assessments.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide authoritative financial advice and recommendations to the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Team, on complex financial, commercial and strategic matters.</li><li>Prepare and present reports, business cases, financial models and strategic analyses for senior governance and decision-making forums.</li><li>Translate complex financial information into clear and accessible recommendations for both financial and non-financial audiences.</li><li>Act as a senior point of contact for complex financial planning, forecasting and performance management matters.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide leadership, coaching and performance management for direct reports.</li><li>Assess organisational capability, capacity and future resourcing requirements and make recommendations to support strategic objectives.</li><li>Contribute to the wider development of financial understanding across the Organisation</li></ul><p>Your profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with the ability to lead a team and also with substantial experience of leading financial planning, management reporting, and business partnering in a complex organisation, with clear evidence of improving quality, timeliness, and analytical value. This is an excellent role to implement commercial reporting processes and values in order to drive the organisation towards further success.</p><p>Salary</p><p>Role of Head of Financial Planning based in Buckingham is offering a salary up to £82K with hybrid working and excellent additional benefits.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTg1MTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Finance Director | Manchester | £90k-£110k + Bonus</p><p>Robert Half are exclusively partnering with a growing, privately owned Manchester-based business to appoint a commercially minded Finance Director.</p><p>This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to take ownership of an established finance function and play a key role in shaping how finance supports the wider business.</p><p>The successful candidate will have a genuine opportunity to modernise and transform the finance function, driving improvements across processes, systems, reporting and management information, while helping create a more efficient and commercially focused finance operation.</p><p>Working closely with the Managing Director and wider Senior Leadership Team, you will also act as a key commercial sounding board, providing insight, challenge and financial direction to support profitability and future growth.</p><p>The role</p><ul><li><p>Lead and develop the finance function.</p></li><li><p>Own budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial planning.</p></li><li><p>Provide commercially focused insight to the SLT.</p></li><li><p>Identify and deliver opportunities to automate and improve finance processes.</p></li><li><p>Modernise management information and reporting.</p></li><li><p>Strengthen financial controls and governance.</p></li><li><p>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, margins and profitability.</p></li><li><p>Review and develop the finance team and wider finance structure.</p></li><li><p>Support the continued development of financial systems and technology.</p></li><li><p>Take a hands-on approach to the role, getting into the detail when required and leading from the front.</p></li></ul><p>The person</p><p>We are looking for a forward-thinking, commercially minded Finance Director who enjoys improving businesses and making a tangible difference.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>Senior finance leadership experience within an SME or mid-market environment.</p></li><li><p>Strong commercial and strategic acumen.</p></li><li><p>A proven track record of process improvement and/or finance transformation.</p></li><li><p>Experience improving automation, systems or reporting.</p></li><li><p>Strong budgeting, forecasting and management information experience.</p></li><li><p>The confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>A hands-on approach with a genuine willingness to roll your sleeves up and get involved.</p></li><li><p>Ideally, you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, although QBE candidates with the right experience will be considered.</p></li></ul><p>Experience within manufacturing, distribution, engineering, construction or another project-led environment would be advantageous but is not essential.</p><p>What's on offer?</p><ul><li><p>£90,000-£110,000 salary</p></li><li><p>Discretionary Bonus</p></li><li><p>Enhanced benefits package</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working, 3 days in the office</p></li><li><p>Genuine opportunity to shape and transform the finance function</p></li><li><p>Direct exposure to the SLT</p></li><li><p>A commercially influential position with significant autonomy</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to make a visible impact on the future direction of the business</p></li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Director who wants to be more than the head of finance and play a genuine role in shaping the future of a successful business.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi40NjM3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading financial services organisation to recruit an exceptional Finance Director.</p><p></p><p>This is a high-profile leadership role sitting at the heart of the organisation, with responsibility for driving financial performance, shaping strategic direction, and supporting the sustainable growth of the business. Working closely with the Managing Director and wider leadership team, the successful candidate will provide commercial insight, strategic challenge, and operational leadership across all aspects of finance.</p><p>The role offers a blend of strategic influence and hands-on leadership, requiring an individual who can balance long-term business objectives with robust financial governance, risk management, and performance improvement.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead the finance function across financial reporting, planning, treasury, tax, forecasting, and compliance activities.</li><li>Deliver high-quality financial analysis and insight to support business strategy and commercial decision-making.</li><li>Partner with senior leaders to identify opportunities for growth, profitability improvement, and operational efficiency.</li><li>Develop and enhance management information, performance reporting, and business intelligence capabilities.</li><li>Optimise cash flow, capital deployment, and funding arrangements to support business objectives.</li><li>Establish meaningful financial and operational metrics to monitor business performance and drive accountability.</li><li>Ensure effective financial controls, governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance standards are maintained.</li><li>Assess business risks and support informed decision-making across commercial and operational activities.</li><li>Lead, develop, and inspire a capable finance team, creating a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.</li><li>Drive transformation initiatives, leveraging technology, automation, and data analytics to improve efficiency and effectiveness.</li><li>Act as a strategic partner to the executive team, providing challenge, guidance, and financial leadership.</li></ul><h3>Candidate Profile</h3><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).</li><li>Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within financial services, or a similarly regulated environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial reporting, planning, treasury management, regulatory requirements, and corporate governance.</li><li>Experience supporting executive-level decision-making through commercial insight and strategic analysis.</li><li>Proven track record of leading teams through change, transformation, and business growth.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at Board and executive level.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where both strategic thinking and operational delivery are required.</li><li>Passionate about automation, and data to enhance business performance.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to join a well-established and growing organisation in a role with genuine strategic influence. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the business while leading a high-performing finance function and driving commercial success across the business.</p><br><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £120,000 - £140,000 + Bonus, Car allowance and additional benefits </p><p> </p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/amFjay5jb253YXkuNDIzNjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">We are partnering with a high-growth technology SME based in Manchester City Centre to appoint a commercially astute Finance Director.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on finance leader to work closely with the CEO and leadership team, taking ownership of the finance function and playing a key role in the company's next phase of growth.</p><p>The business is looking for someone who can combine strong financial control with genuine commercial insight, helping to shape strategy, improve performance and build the financial infrastructure needed to scale successfully. This is a role for someone who wants to influence the direction of a business, rather than simply report on its performance.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Strategic Leadership:</strong> Partner with the CEO and senior leadership team to develop and deliver the company's growth strategy, providing financial insight to support key business decisions.</p></li><li><p><strong>Financial Planning & Analysis:</strong> Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow modelling and financial planning, ensuring the business has clear visibility of performance and future requirements.</p></li><li><p><strong>Commercial Finance:</strong> Provide insight into revenue performance, margins, pricing, customer profitability and investment opportunities, identifying ways to improve profitability and support sustainable growth.</p></li><li><p><strong>Financial Control & Reporting:</strong> Own the production of accurate and timely management accounts, statutory reporting and year-end processes, ensuring robust financial controls as the business scales.</p></li><li><p><strong>Cash Flow & Working Capital:</strong> Take ownership of cash flow forecasting, working capital management and financial planning to support growth and protect the company's financial position.</p></li><li><p><strong>Business Performance:</strong> Establish meaningful KPIs and reporting frameworks, translating financial data into actionable insight for the leadership team.</p></li><li><p><strong>Scaling the Business:</strong> Develop and improve financial systems, processes and controls to accommodate growth, enhance efficiency and support informed decision-making.</p></li><li><p><strong>Risk & Compliance:</strong> Ensure appropriate financial governance and compliance with statutory, tax and accounting requirements.</p></li><li><p><strong>Team Leadership:</strong> Lead and develop the finance function, building the capability, processes and infrastructure required to support the company's continued expansion.</p></li></ul><h3>Candidate Profile</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with strong post-qualification experience.</p></li><li><p>Experience in a senior finance role within an SME</p></li><li><p>Commercially minded, with the ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on with the detail.</p></li><li><p>Proven experience supporting business growth, improving financial performance and strengthening financial processes.</p></li><li><p>Strong technical grounding across management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial controls.</p></li><li><p>Comfortable working in an evolving environment where priorities can change and processes may need to be built or refined.</p></li><li><p>Confident partnering with a CEO and influencing commercial decisions at board level.</p></li><li><p>A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to balance immediate operational requirements with longer-term strategic objectives.</p></li><li><p>A natural business partner who can challenge constructively, identify opportunities and help drive performance.</p></li></ul><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p>This is an opportunity to join an ambitious, high-growth business in Manchester City Centre, taking a pivotal role in shaping its financial strategy and helping build the foundations for its next stage of growth.</p><p>Candidates must be comfortable with 4 days on site in Manchester city centre. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjQyMTUzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Group Financial Controller | Hybrid (2 days office / 3 days home) | £90k-£100k | Permanent | Lancashire | Must be able to start immediately / short notice </p><p>A growing, PE-backed UK business is looking to appoint a Group Financial Controller as part of its continued growth and development.</p><p>This is a senior, hands-on finance role with responsibility for Group financial control, reporting and governance across a multi-entity organisation. You'll work closely with the CFO and senior leadership team, while also taking ownership of the detail across Group reporting, consolidation, statutory accounts and technical accounting.</p><h3>The role</h3><p>You will take ownership of the Group's financial control environment, ensuring accurate and timely reporting and strong financial governance across the business.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and Group reporting process</p></li><li><p>Ownership of Group statutory accounts and year-end reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing the annual audit process and relationships with external auditors</p></li><li><p>Maintaining strong balance sheet integrity and financial controls</p></li><li><p>Overseeing intercompany accounting and reconciliations across multiple entities</p></li><li><p>Preparing and managing cashflow forecasts and supporting treasury activity</p></li><li><p>Providing technical accounting guidance and resolving complex accounting issues</p></li><li><p>Supporting tax compliance and working with external advisers</p></li><li><p>Preparing reporting for senior leadership, investors and other key stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Supporting financial reporting requirements associated with the Group's funding arrangements</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and systems</p></li><li><p>Supporting acquisitions, integration and other finance projects as the business continues to grow</p></li></ul><h3>About you</h3><p>We're looking for a qualified accountant with strong Group financial control experience and a hands-on approach.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</p></li><li><p>Significant experience across Group financial control and reporting</p></li><li><p>Strong experience across consolidation, statutory accounts and Group reporting</p></li><li><p>Good technical accounting knowledge, ideally across UK GAAP and IFRS</p></li><li><p>Experience managing external audits</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of balance sheet controls, intercompany and financial governance</p></li><li><p>Experience across cashflow forecasting and treasury</p></li><li><p>Ideally, experience within a PE-backed, acquisitive or fast-growing environment</p></li><li><p>Confidence working with CFOs, auditors, investors and senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>A practical approach and willingness to get into the detail rather than simply oversee from a distance</p></li></ul><h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li><p>£90,000-£120,000 salary</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working</p></li><li><p>Senior position within a growing and evolving Group</p></li><li><p>Direct exposure to the CFO and senior leadership team</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to play a key role in strengthening and developing the Group finance function</p></li><li><p>Broad remit covering technical finance, reporting, controls and strategic projects</p></li></ul><p><strong>Location:</strong> Lancashire<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £90,000-£120,000<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Hybrid</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi42MDczNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><strong>Interim Financial Controller</strong><br><p> </p><p> </p><strong>Edinburgh | Hybrid Working | Competitive Day Rate</strong><br> <br>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a private equity-backed renewable energy business headquartered in Edinburgh to appoint an Interim Financial Controller on an initial 12-month contract<br> <br><p>With ambitious growth plans and a significant acquisition pipeline ahead, the business is entering an exciting stage of its journey. Working closely with an experienced CFO, you will play a pivotal role in supporting M&A activity, strengthening financial controls, and ensuring the finance function can scale effectively through a period of transformation and expansion.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader who enjoys operating in fast-paced, high-growth environments and has experience navigating complex change programmes.</p><p> <strong><strong><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></strong></strong></p><ul><li>Partner with the CFO on acquisition activity, including due diligence, financial integration planning, and post-acquisition support</li><li>Lead all financial control, reporting, and compliance activities across the group</li><li>Ensure robust month-end and year-end processes are maintained throughout a period of growth</li><li>Support financial modelling, cash flow forecasting, and strategic decision-making</li><li>Drive improvements across finance processes, controls, and reporting capabilities</li><li>Manage external audit relationships and statutory reporting requirements</li><li>Provide leadership and support to the wider finance team</li><li>Assist with integration of newly acquired businesses into group reporting structures</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Proven experience operating at Financial Controller or Head of Finance level</li><li>Previous exposure to private equity-backed, high-growth, or acquisitive businesses</li><li>Strong financial controls and reporting background</li><li>Experience supporting M&A activity, acquisitions, integrations, or business transformation projects</li><li>Hands-on approach with the ability to work strategically and operationally when required</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to partner senior leadership teams</li></ul><br><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><br><ul><li>Initial 12-month contract with potential for extension</li><li>Competitive day rate</li><li>Hybrid working model with flexibility around office attendance</li><li>Opportunity to work directly alongside an experienced CFO</li><li>Exposure to acquisition activity and a significant business growth programme</li><li>High-profile role within a rapidly expanding renewable energy organisation</li></ul><br><br /><p> </p><br><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy4xMTYzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2 class="d89a6b59 _9c361cf8 _3977e074 b9572076 _1505707b ce463ae0 ee27a78a _251dfc87 _90d38c7f _6bd3c2e2 _00b8c247"><strong>Finance Contractor - Projects (Tax, FRS 102 & Audit)</strong></h2><br><p>We're looking for a hands-on, technically strong finance contractor to work directly with the CFO of a PE-backed group on a defined set of finance projects: a tax health-check (including a review of R&D tax claims), FRS 102 technical accounting positions, and support through the year-end audit plus additional support on discrete finance projects as they arise.</p><p>This is a delivery role, not a leadership or strategy role. We need someone who can get into the detail, form a view, and get things resolved with minimal onboarding.</p><ul class="_1a5401c6 _853c7f99 d1901be7"><li>Location; UK (Hybrid), with travel to Group offices as required</li><li>Duration: 6 months (day rate)</li><li>Reports to the Chief Financial Officer</li><li>Rate: £500-£600 per day (Inside IR35)</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul class="_1a5401c6 _853c7f99 d1901be7"><li><strong>Tax:</strong> Implement tax health-check findings across the Group; review historic and in-flight R&D tax claims for eligibility and HMRC compliance risk, and identify further eligible spend; liaise with external tax advisers on submissions and technical positions</li><li><strong>FRS 102:</strong> Review Group and subsidiary accounting policies for compliance (including recently acquired entities); assess technical positions such as business combinations, earn-outs, leases and revenue recognition; prepare papers to support audit discussions and recommend policy alignment ahead of consolidation</li><li><strong>Audit:</strong> Act as key point of contact for the external auditors; prepare and review audit files and disclosure notes; resolve queries and help protect the audit timetable; support statutory accounts across Group entities</li><li><strong>Group simplification:</strong> Identify dormant/legacy entities for simplification; plan and execute hive-ups; manage MVLs end-to-end (HMRC clearance, filings, liquidator appointment, final accounts); liaise with legal and tax advisers throughout</li><li><strong>Ad hoc:</strong> Provide additional finance capacity across month-end and reporting; flex onto other projects during peak periods (year-end, audit, transactions)</li></ul><p><strong>What success looks like:</strong></p><ul class="_1a5401c6 _853c7f99 d1901be7"><li>Tax health-check completed with a clear risk register and action plan</li><li>R&D claims reviewed and substantiated, with any additional eligible claims identified</li><li>FRS 102 positions documented and agreed with the auditors</li><li>Clean, on-time year-end audit</li><li>Legacy entities simplified via hive-up and MVL</li><li>Workstreams handed over with clear documentation and outstanding actions</li></ul><p><strong>What we're looking for:</strong></p><ul class="_1a5401c6 _853c7f99 d1901be7"><li>Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)</li><li>Senior finance experience in a PE-backed SME (essential)</li><li>Strong FRS 102 background in a group/multi-entity context</li><li>Corporation tax and R&D tax credit claim experience</li><li>A track record managing external audit relationships</li><li>Comfortable as a contractor & able to get up to speed fast with minimal handover</li><li>Highly organised, pragmatic and delivery-focused</li><li>Confident working directly with auditors and tax advisers</li></ul><p>For more information, please apply directly to this role or call Ben Williams/Hannah Curnow in Bristol on 01179 935 400.</p><p class="d89a6b59 _244754cd b9572076 _1505707b bb1ad77a _4a4bfb31 _251dfc87 _90d38c7f _6bd3c2e2 _00b8c247 _7dcd04b4"> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjU1MDUyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><p>We're partnering a fast-growing, Lancashire-based, private equity-backed technology business is looking to appoint an experienced Group Financial Controller to join its senior finance team.</p><p>The business operates internationally across the UK and Europe and is going through an exciting period of growth, driven by organic expansion, technology investment and acquisition. </p><p>This is a senior, hands-on Group FC role, reporting directly to the Group CFO and offering genuine scope to influence how the finance function develops as the business continues to scale.</p><h2>The role</h2><p>You will take ownership of the Group's financial reporting, consolidation, controls and accounting operations across 12 legal entities in the UK and Europe.</p><p>Alongside ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Group's financial reporting, you will work closely with the CFO, senior leadership team, private equity investors, auditors, tax advisers and banking partners.</p><p>The role will suit someone who enjoys operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and who can bring structure, rigour and commercial thinking without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and financial reporting process across 12 entities</p></li><li><p>Preparing consolidated financial statements in accordance with FRS 102</p></li><li><p>Overseeing the year-end statutory accounts process and managing external audit relationships</p></li><li><p>Ensuring balance sheet integrity, including key reconciliations and intercompany accounting</p></li><li><p>Leading the month-end close process and ensuring appropriate Group adjustments and eliminations</p></li><li><p>Managing Group tax compliance, working with external advisers and local finance teams across multiple jurisdictions</p></li><li><p>Preparing quarterly covenant and investor reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing Group cash flow and treasury, including the weekly 13-week cash flow forecast</p></li><li><p>Supporting banking requirements and facility utilisation</p></li><li><p>Providing technical accounting advice across the Group, including accounting for hedging and financial derivatives</p></li><li><p>Supporting acquisitions, due diligence and post-acquisition integration</p></li><li><p>Working with the CFO and PE investors on Group reporting and wider finance matters</p></li><li><p>Strengthening financial controls, governance and processes as the business scales</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve automation, systems and reporting</p></li><li><p>Working with finance teams across the Group to improve consistency and financial discipline</p></li><li><p>Supporting wider finance projects and system implementations</p></li></ul><h2>What we're looking for</h2><p>We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with a practice background and strong technical accounting and Group reporting experience. </p><p>You will have:</p><ul><li><p>Post-qualified experience within a PE backed Group finance environment</p></li><li><p>Strong consolidation and statutory reporting experience</p></li><li><p>Experience working across multiple entities and/or international operations</p></li><li><p>A strong technical accounting grounding</p></li><li><p>Experience dealing with auditors, advisers, banks and senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Exposure to private equity, high-growth or acquisitive businesses would be highly advantageous</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels</p></li></ul><p>Most importantly, you will be hands-on, pragmatic and commercially minded. This is not a role for someone who wants to operate purely at a reporting distance - you'll be close to the detail, but also expected to understand the wider business and contribute to its growth.</p><h2>Why join?</h2><p>This is an opportunity to join a growing international technology business at an important stage of its journey.</p><p>You will work closely with an experienced CFO and private equity stakeholders, with the opportunity to help shape the Group's financial infrastructure as it continues to grow through international expansion and acquisition.</p><p>For someone looking for a genuine Group FC position with breadth, visibility and the opportunity to make an impact, this is an excellent time to join.</p><p>Hybrid working is offered.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjkxMjA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially focused FP&A Manager to join a growing, multi-site organisation based in High Wycombe - a high-impact senior finance role with direct CFO exposure</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a highly visible role and an opportunity to become a key member of the senior finance team. You will act as a right-hand person to the CFO, providing the analysis, insight and commercial challenge required to support business performance and future growth.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is much more than a traditional FP&A position. You will have genuine ownership of the Group's planning, forecasting and performance agenda, while working closely with senior operational leaders and functional heads across the business.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The organisation is going through an exciting period of growth and transformation, making this an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who wants to broaden their commercial exposure and play a meaningful role in shaping a growing business.</p><h3>The opportunity</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will be responsible for leading the Group's FP&A activity, while working closely with the CFO on both day-to-day performance and longer-term strategic priorities.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading the annual budgeting process and five-year business plan.</li><li>Acting as a key finance partner to the CFO and senior leadership team.</li><li>Producing weekly and monthly KPI reporting for senior management and external stakeholders.</li><li>Providing clear analysis of performance against budget, forecast and prior year.</li><li>Partnering with operational leaders and budget holders to understand performance, identify opportunities and drive accountability.</li><li>Analysing key commercial and operational drivers, including revenue, occupancy and staffing costs.</li><li>Developing financial models, scenario analysis and sensitivity analysis to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Preparing high-quality materials for Board and investor-level meetings.</li><li>Improving FP&A reporting, systems, processes and data quality, with a focus on automation and reducing manual reporting.</li><li>Supporting the CFO with strategic projects, commercial analysis and other priority initiatives.</li><li>Managing, coaching and developing a Finance Analyst.</li></ul><h3>About you</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for a commercially minded qualified accountant who combines strong technical and analytical capability with the confidence to operate at senior stakeholder level.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You may be ACA, ACCA, CIMA or hold an equivalent recognised accounting qualification. More important than the qualification itself is your ability to understand the wider business, challenge constructively and turn financial information into meaningful commercial insight.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Ideally, you will have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Experience in FP&A, commercial finance or a closely related role within a multi-site organisation.</li><li>Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with excellent Excel capability.</li><li>Experience owning or playing a significant role in budgeting, forecasting and business planning.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand the drivers behind business performance.</li><li>Experience partnering with senior operational stakeholders and providing constructive challenge.</li><li>Excellent communication and business writing skills.</li><li>The confidence and gravitas to work closely with a CFO and senior leadership team.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.</li><li>The ambition to take on increasing responsibility as the business continues to grow.</li></ul><h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>£85,000 salary + bonus</li><li>Direct reporting line to the CFO.</li><li>A genuine right-hand role to the CFO with significant influence across the business.</li><li>Regular exposure to senior leadership, Board and investor-level stakeholders.</li><li>Ownership of the Group's FP&A, budgeting and five-year planning agenda.</li><li>Management responsibility for a Finance Analyst.</li><li>The opportunity to influence commercial and operational decision-making.</li><li>A business undergoing significant growth and transformation.</li><li>Genuine scope to develop into a broader senior finance leadership position.</li></ul><h3>Interested?</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">If you're an ambitious qualified accountant looking for a role where you can step beyond traditional FP&A and become a true commercial partner to the CFO, this is an opportunity worth exploring.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You'll have the visibility, responsibility and senior stakeholder exposure to make a real impact, alongside the opportunity to develop with a growing organisation.</p><p>If this sounds like the kind of role you're looking for, please apply with your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMTM5MDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>📢 <strong>INTERIM HEAD OF FINANCIAL PLANNING & REPORTING - LONDON</strong></p><p>💰 <strong>£500 per day | Umbrella | Inside IR35</strong><br />📍 London Victoria - 3 days per week in the office<br />📅 4-month contract | Immediate start</p><p>I'm currently looking for an experienced <strong>Interim Head of Financial Planning & Reporting</strong> to join a fast-growing, international B2B software group during a critical period of growth.</p><p>Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll take ownership of the 2027 group budget cycle and monthly management reporting, ensuring key deliverables are completed accurately and to tight deadlines.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong><br />▪️ Take ownership of the 2027 group budget process and deliver for sign-off by mid-December.<br />▪️ Consolidate group financial forecasts, budgets and management reporting across multiple entities and currencies.<br />▪️ Review financial submissions, challenge assumptions and investigate variances.<br />▪️ Oversee monthly reporting packs, KPIs and lender reporting.<br />▪️ Support board reporting and ensure a smooth handover to the permanent hire.<br />▪️ Work closely with the CFO, Head of Accounting and an existing FP&A analyst.</p><p><strong>What I'm looking for:</strong><br />✅ ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualified accountant.<br />✅ Proven experience taking over a budget and reporting cycle at short notice.<br />✅ Strong group FP&A and management reporting experience in a multi-entity, international business.<br />✅ Experience with intercompany recharges, cost allocations and transfer pricing.<br />✅ Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.<br />✅ A hands-on approach, sound financial judgement and the ability to hit demanding deadlines.</p><p>Experience within software, SaaS or recurring-revenue businesses would be advantageous. SAP Business ByDesign or Abacum experience is desirable but not essential.</p><p><strong>The interview process is moving quickly</strong>, with an immediate start required or availability within the next two weeks.</p><p>📩 Interested, or know someone suitable? Please get in touch directly for further details.</p><p>#InterimFinance #FPandA #FinancialPlanning #ManagementReporting #FinanceJobs #LondonJobs #InterimJobs</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy45MDMzMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing technology recruitment firm to recruit a Finance Manager for its head office in Reading.</p><p> </p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys being hands-on and is looking to develop into a Financial Controller role (via promotion) over the next 2-3 years. You'll work closely with the Finance Director, taking ownership of key finance processes while helping shape the future of the finance function.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll oversee the day-to-day finance operations and play a key role in month-end reporting, payroll, forecasting and financial controls.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare Monthly management accounts and reporting packs</li><li>Manage Month-end including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Oversee staff payroll, commissions and pension uploads</li><li>Produce cash flow forecasts and support budgeting activities</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls and support the annual audit</li><li>Partner with operational teams to improve reporting and finance processes</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified (or equivalent)</li><li>Experience producing management accounts from start to finish</li><li>Confident with balance sheet reconciliations, journals and month-end</li><li>Payroll experience, or the willingness to take ownership following training</li><li>Strong Excel skills and a proactive, organised approach</li><li>Comfortable working in a growing, fast-paced professional services environment</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£50,000-55,000</li><li>4 days in office 1 day working from home</li><li>Clear progression to Financial Controller</li><li>Supportive leadership and genuine career development</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuQWRleS4zNzMxMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting a Financial Controller role on a permanent basis with a growing SME based in Cheltenham. This role would suit an ambitious ACA/ACCA qualified Finance Manager seeking a step into their first Financial Controller role, or someone who's already established seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to turn a business around and add value.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>The Financial Controller will play a hands-on role in the development of the existing finance team as well as processes and reporting. We are seeking a technically strong accountant with an audit background who is comfortable with reporting standards and compliance. Previous experience of working in a change environment is essential with an emphasis on cashflow management. This is a visible, hands-on position sitting at the centre of the organisation, blending robust financial control with real commercial awareness. The role will involve but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Providing day-to-day leadership, coaching and development for the Finance function, including the accounts payable and accounts receivable teams</li><li>Producing high-quality monthly consolidated management accounts (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow), supported by in-depth variance analysis and clear commentary, including tour-level performance</li><li>Overseeing complex cash management and the weekly payment cycle, and owning daily cash reporting alongside a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast</li><li>Delivering timely, accurate balance sheet reconciliations each month across every Group entity</li><li>Taking charge of the annual audit and working alongside the CFO to sign off the statutory accounts</li><li>Owning VAT compliance and filings, regulatory submissions and monthly insurance reporting</li><li>Continuing to strengthen the company's financial systems, controls and processes, including managing the risks around company credit cards</li><li>Collaborating with the Commercial team to assess tour profitability, dig into variances and uncover opportunities for efficiencies and savings</li><li>Assisting the CFO in building annual budgets and financial targets that support the Group's strategic objectives</li><li>Working closely with the Senior Leadership team to deliver the strategic plan, and managing relationships with merchant service providers</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>ACA/ACCA qualified with 4+ years experience.</li><li>Practice/audit trained preferred.</li><li>Experience of leading teams (3+).</li><li>Strong technical understanding.</li><li>Experience of working in a change environment or private equity environment.</li><li>Resilient and adaptable to change.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Package:</strong></p><ul><li>£70,000 - £90,000 base salary dependant on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working: 1-2 days from home.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjQzNzM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p style="text-align: justify;">Robert Half are working in partnership with a private equity backed business based near to Cheltenham to recruit a Group Financial Controller on a permanent basis. This role will report to the CFO and take ownership of the day-to-day finance function whilst focusing on technical accounting and financial control areas.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">This is a great opportunity to work in a fast paced and progressive business that is looking to process improve and drive the finance function forward whilst managing a high volume and demanding cash flow environment.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">The Group Financial Controller position will be paying in the region of £85,000 to £95,000 per annum, 10% bonus with hybrid working (1-2 days from home) and a great prospect for future development.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;">If you have worked in a fast paced, PE environment and come from a technical/controls background then this would be a great role to step into!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Key responsibilities include</strong></p><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Oversight of month end close process (P&L, Balance Sheet, cash flow)</li><li>Lead the year end close process ensuring robust controls and timely reporting alongside being key liaison with the auditors</li><li>Own and drive continuous improvement within the finance function, including opportunities for automation and AI, ERP optimisation and enhancements</li><li>Ensure robust balance sheet control, reconciliations and review process</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting process and maintenance of rolling forecasts</li><li>Cash flow forecasting and the monitoring of liquidity</li><li>Ensure effective management of debtors and creditors</li></ul><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>About your experience</strong></p><ul><li style="text-align: justify;">Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), this role would suit a candidate trained through practice but all prior experience considered</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Experience within a Private Equity backed business</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Prior leadership experience across a business as usual function, strong direct management and ability to coach/develop</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Previous experience within a tight cash flow control environment</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci4zMzEzNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a <strong>high-tech manufacturer</strong> based in <strong>Didcot</strong> to recruit a <strong>Financial Controller</strong>. The Financial Controller will receive a salary of up to <strong>£80,000</strong> dependent on experience plus attractive benefits including health insurance and generous annual leave. Hybrid remote working is available in this role.</p><p><strong>SME and Manufacturing</strong> experience is desirable for this role.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Preparation of the monthly management accounts, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and maintenance of asset registers.</li><li>Delivering accurate, timely and high-quality financial information and commentaries to the Board, Exec and Management teams.</li><li>Reviewing and when appropriate, improving the financial models that the company uses for forecasting.</li><li>Overseeing end-to-end financial operations, financial planning and analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Continuous improvements to financial procedures and controls</li><li>As Company Secretary producing accurate minutes of shareholder and formal director meetings and resolutions.</li><li>Ensuring that the company has in place at all times appropriate insurances.</li><li>Working closely with the Board, Exec and Management teams to help deliver the best financial performance of the company.</li><li>Monitoring project costs and producing regular updates for the Exec and Management teams.</li><li>Managing debtors and creditors.</li><li>Manage relationships with bank, auditors and HMRC</li><li>Delivering a draft Budget for approval by the Exec team at least 1 month before the first board meeting of the year</li><li>Delivering a mid-year financial forecast and review to the Exec team.</li><li>As Company Secretary ensuring that the company complies with all financial and legal requirements as well as maintaining high standards of corporate governance.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with minimum 10 years' experience in a finance management or controller role.</li><li>Experience of producing management, formal accounts and financial models for a diverse and complex medium sized enterprise.</li><li>Experience with financial software and MRP systems</li><li>Company Secretary experience desirable.</li><li>Ability to delegate and manage the work of others.</li><li>Experience running annual audit.</li><li>Experience of delivering excellence in a high-paced environment.</li><li>Excellent leadership and man-management skills to successfully lead, motivate, retain and develop our talented team.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNzI3MzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Financial Controller</h1><p><strong>Birmingham | Up to £85,000</strong></p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Robert Half is recruiting for a Financial Controller to join an established manufacturing business in Birmingham.</p><p>This is a senior finance role suited to a technically strong, qualified accountant with a proven track record in financial reporting and controls. You will work closely with the Finance Director, leading the finance function, strengthening reporting processes and providing reliable financial insight to support business performance.</p><p>We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in a large manufacturing group's reporting function or those with an audit background and strong exposure to manufacturing.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Lead month-end and quarterly reporting, ensuring accurate results are delivered to group deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Oversee financial controls, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory accounts and year-end audits.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, including IFRS</p></li><li><p>Lead IFRS 18 implementation</p></li><li><p>Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury, budgeting, rolling forecasts and capital expenditure reporting.</p></li><li><p>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets and key financial compliance activities.</p></li><li><p>Analyse financial performance, sales and margins, providing insight to support operational and strategic decisions.</p></li><li><p>Lead and develop the finance team, driving improvements in reporting, systems and processes.</p></li><li><p>Partner with senior stakeholders and deputise for the Finance Director when required.</p></li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with substantial post-qualification experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong financial reporting experience gained within a manufacturing group, ideally in a group reporting or financial control capacity.</p></li><li><p>Alternatively, an audit-trained accountant with exposure to large manufacturing businesses and a strong understanding of manufacturing finance.</p></li><li><p>Sound knowledge of financial controls, statutory reporting and audit processes.</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP, MRP or group reporting systems.</p></li><li><p>Confident leading a team, managing deadlines and communicating effectively with senior stakeholders.</p></li></ul><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>A broad Financial Controller position offering ownership of financial reporting, governance and team leadership, with the opportunity to influence business performance within an established manufacturing environment.</p><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>If you have the manufacturing experience and reporting expertise we're looking for, contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uMTk1OTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1> </h1><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join an <strong>employee-focused SME business</strong>, forming part of an international group. This role is based in South Birmingham</p><p>Based within the UK entity, you will take <strong>full ownership of the UK finance function</strong>, reporting directly to the <strong>Managing Director</strong> and working closely with the wider international Group.</p><p>This is a broad and commercially focused role, with responsibility for the full finance function, financial strategy, reporting, controls, cash flow and team leadership. You will provide financial insight to the MD and senior management team, while also supporting wider business decision-making.</p><p>Alongside finance, the role will have responsibility for areas including <strong>payroll, HR support and quality management processes</strong>, making this an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional looking for genuine ownership and influence within an SME environment.</p><h3>Financial Leadership & Strategy</h3><ul><li>Take <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">full ownership of the UK finance function</strong>, ensuring the effective delivery of all financial activities.</li><li>Report directly to the <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">Managing Director</strong>, providing clear financial insight and commercial advice.</li><li>Develop and implement the financial strategy in line with UK business objectives and wider Group requirements.</li><li>Prepare and deliver <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">quarterly financial reporting to the international Group</strong>.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning processes.</li><li>Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency and cost management.</li></ul><h3>Financial Reporting & Compliance</h3><ul><li>Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Produce financial statements and support the annual audit process.</li><li>Oversee statutory reporting, tax requirements and financial compliance.</li><li>Manage the preparation and submission of corporate tax returns and other financial filings.</li><li>Ensure the UK entity complies with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.</li><li>Liaise directly with HMRC, auditors, banking partners and other external stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Cash Flow & Working Capital</h3><ul><li>Take overall responsibility for UK cash flow management.</li><li>Monitor working capital and liquidity.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve cash flow and minimise financial risk.</li><li>Oversee supplier payments and financial authorisation processes.</li></ul><h3>Group Reporting</h3><ul><li>Act as the key finance contact for the UK entity in relation to Group reporting.</li><li>Prepare and submit quarterly financial information to Group within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Ensure UK financial information is accurate, complete and aligned with Group requirements.</li><li>Work collaboratively with international finance colleagues and senior stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Team Leadership</h3><ul><li>Lead, manage and develop the finance and accounts team.</li><li>Oversee the day-to-day activities of the accounts and administration function.</li><li>Support recruitment, training and development within the team.</li><li>Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability.</li></ul><h3>Business Partnering</h3><ul><li>Work closely with the MD and senior management team to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Provide financial insight across different areas of the business.</li><li>Monitor performance against budgets and agreed targets.</li><li>Provide recommendations around investment and business decisions.</li></ul><h3>Additional Responsibilities</h3><p>The role will also provide support across a number of wider business functions, including:</p><ul><li>HR and payroll oversight.</li><li>Supporting ISO 9001-related processes and continuous improvement.</li><li>Working with operational teams to collect and analyse business data.</li></ul><p><strong>Personal profile</strong></p><ul><li><strong style="font-size: 8pt;">CIMA, ACA or an equivalent accounting qualification.</strong></li><li>Strong experience preparing management accounts and financial statements.</li><li>Previous experience leading or managing a finance team.</li><li>Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial procedures.</li><li>Experience dealing with external auditors, HMRC and banking providers.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and business partnering skills</li></ul><p>Salary - Up to £80k, plus bonus and fantastic benefits </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmJlYXR0aWUuNzQxNTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">