256 results for Financial Controller jobs

VAT Bookkeeper

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of an expanding independent accountancy firm in Edinburgh that genuinely values flexibility and high standards. You'll take the lead on VAT and bookkeeping for a diverse portfolio of clients, building strong working relationships and contributing to the next phase of the firm's growth.As VAT Bookkeeper, you'll be responsible for overseeing core bookkeeping and VAT obligations across a range of SMEs. This position would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, takes real pride in producing accurate work, and appreciates having autonomy in how they manage their workload.<h3 data-end="651" data-start="625">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1157" data-start="653"><li data-start="653" data-end="722">Preparation and submission of VAT returns in line with deadlines.</li><li data-start="723" data-end="792">Delivery of bookkeeping services for multiple clients using Xero.</li><li data-end="864" data-start="793">Performing bank, control account and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li data-end="936" data-start="865">Maintaining clear, compliant and well-structured financial records.</li><li data-end="1020" data-start="937">Acting as a point of contact for client queries and day-to-day finance matters.</li><li data-end="1083" data-start="1021">Providing support with management accounts where required.</li><li data-end="1157" data-start="1084">Recommending improvements to systems and processes where appropriate.</li></ul><h3 data-start="1159" data-end="1182">What You'll Bring</h3><ul data-start="1184" data-end="1521"><li data-end="1247" data-start="1184">Demonstrable experience completing VAT returns (essential).</li><li data-end="1287" data-start="1248">Confident user of Xero (essential).</li><li data-start="1288" data-end="1366">Previous bookkeeping experience within a practice or multi-client setting.</li><li data-end="1424" data-start="1367">Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.</li><li data-end="1473" data-start="1425">Clear and professional communication skills.</li><li data-end="1521" data-start="1474">A self-motivated and team-oriented mindset.</li></ul>An AAT qualification, or active study towards it, would be advantageous but is not a prerequisite.<h3 data-end="1647" data-start="1623">Package & Benefits</h3><ul data-end="1926" data-start="1649"><li data-start="1649" data-end="1692">Competitive salary based on experience.</li><li data-start="1693" data-end="1763">Hybrid working with flexibility around office and home-based days.</li><li data-start="1764" data-end="1815">Friendly and collaborative working environment.</li><li data-end="1868" data-start="1816">Varied client exposure across different sectors.</li><li data-start="1869" data-end="1926">Opportunities for continued learning and development.</li></ul><h3 data-start="1928" data-end="1957">Why Consider This Role?</h3><ul data-is-only-node="" data-start="1959" data-end="2230" data-is-last-node=""><li data-end="2022" data-start="1959">Play a meaningful role in a growing and ambitious practice.</li><li data-end="2082" data-start="2023">Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in a supportive setting.</li><li data-start="2083" data-end="2157">Work closely with business owners and develop long-term relationships.</li><li data-is-last-node="" data-end="2230" data-start="2158">Grow your experience alongside a firm that is investing in its future.</li></ul>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFtaXNoLkNoYXBwbGUuNjkxOTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-03T14:39:46Z

CDD Analyst

London, London
remote
Contract
400 - 500 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, Client Due Diligence Analyst for 6 month Temporary role. In this role you will be responsible for the following duties: <ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Act as the first line of defence for KYC/AML risk in Private Banking department by delivering end-to-end CDD for international HNW/UHNW clients (individuals, trusts, and related entities) across on boarding, periodic review, and event-driven remediation.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Review, validate, and challenge client-provided information and documents to ensure completeness, accuracy, and a robust customer profile before account opening/continuation.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Analyse complex client and trust ownership/control structures, identify controllers/settler/protector /trustees/beneficiaries and UBOs where applicable, and document conclusions clearly for audit trail.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Perform and evidence sanctions/PEP screening and adverse media checks, investigate potential matches, and escalate confirmed/unclear hits in line with policy and timelines.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Assess financial crime risk factors (e.g., geography, product usage, occupation/business activities, high risk industries) and ensure the right level of due diligence is applied, including EDD for high-risk and PEP relationships.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Obtain, assess, and corroborate Source of Wealth and Source of Funds information/evidence (particularly for high-risk/PEP cases) and request additional documentation to resolve gaps, inconsistencies, or red flags.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Partner closely with Relationship Managers and PB Support Team to guide evidence collection, set clear requirements, and progress cases efficiently through pre-on-boarding, on boarding, and life-cycle reviews.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Maintain accurate and consistent KYC data across internal systems, identify discrepancies between documentation and system records, drive remediation to completion, and maintain accurate KYC data across relevant platforms.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Produce clear, auditable case notes and written KYC assessments that explain analysis, conclusions, and any conditions or follow-up actions.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Manage workload to agreed SLAs/KPIs, prioritising higher-risk and time-critical cases while maintaining high quality and attention to detail.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Escalate issues, policy exceptions, and suspected financial crime concerns promptly via agreed governance routes, supporting timely risk decisions (including potential restriction/exit where applicable)</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying control/process enhancements, sharing recurring themes with stakeholders, and supporting updates to procedures and training/knowledge sharing within the Private Banking Department.</li></ul>Profile:The successful temporary, CDD Analyst will have at least 4-5 years experience working within Private Banking and will have had exposure to GCC countries. You must be either immediate to be considered for this role. Client:Our client is a Private Bank based in the West End. You will work 5 days per week from their office. Salary & Benefits:This immediate, temporary CDD role will be paying circa £400 - 500 per day. This is dependant on experience.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxpYW5hLlphbWV0LjQzMjgwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-03-17T14:01:11Z

Senior Business Analyst- Compliance (Top-Tier Bank!)

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
Senior Business Analyst- Compliance (Top-Tier Bank!) This is not your average BA role. Hybrid Working in Central London If you want visibility, influence, and a seat at the table, keep reading.Robert Half Ltd have partnered with a major international bank building out its UK compliance capability, and they need a sharp, commercially-minded Business Analyst to come in and make an impact from day one. Why This Role Stands Out<ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Work directly with the Head of Compliance & MLRO</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Own critical regulatory data and MI reporting</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Influence key compliance decisions and strategy</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Be part of a globally recognised banking group</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Genuine career acceleration opportunity</li></ul> What You'll Be DoingThis is a hands-on, high-impact role where you'll:<ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Take control of compliance data, reporting and governance</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Deliver insightful MI that drives decision-making</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Lead on regulatory change and impact assessments</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Partner across Risk, Legal, IT and Front Office</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Play a key role in audits, controls and financial crime frameworks</li></ul> What You Bring<ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Solid experience as a Business Analyst within banking compliance</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Strong grasp of FCA regulations, AML, KYC and financial crime</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Proven track record in MI reporting and data analysis</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Advanced Excel (non-negotiable) with exposure to SQL or BI tools</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Confident communicator who can engage senior stakeholders</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Bonus points for ICA qualifications and exposure to MiFID II, EMIR or SFTR</li></ul> This is your chance to step into a role where you're not just ticking boxes you're shaping how compliance operates within a serious banking environment.If you're feeling underutilised, too siloed, or not getting the exposure you deserve, this is your move. APPLY NOW!!!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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS4xODU2Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-01T08:06:06Z

Head of Procurement & Supply Chain

Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire
remote
Permanent
85000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a leading infrastructure business based near Glasgow to appoint a Head of Procurement & Supply Chain. This is a senior leadership role responsible for developing and delivering a robust, commercial, and value‑driven procurement and supply chain function, supporting complex projects across the transport, energy, and utilities sectors.Working closely with Executive Leadership and key stakeholders across the business, this role will play a critical part in enabling safe, compliant, and cost‑effective delivery of large‑scale, regulated infrastructure programmes. <h3>Key Responsibilities</h3> Strategic Leadership & Governance <ul><li>Develop and deliver a comprehensive procurement and supply chain strategy aligned with overall business objectives.</li><li>Provide clear leadership, direction, and governance across the procurement and supply chain function.</li><li>Establish and maintain effective procurement policies, procedures, and controls in line with company, group, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, offering insight on procurement strategy, market conditions, risk, and commercial opportunities.</li><li>Ensure strong governance across tendering, approvals, contract awards, and variation management.</li></ul> Commercial & Project Procurement <ul><li>Lead procurement for high‑value, complex infrastructure projects, ensuring early engagement and effective procurement planning.</li><li>Develop and maintain project procurement schedules, category strategies, and supplier engagement plans.</li><li>Support commercial teams on contract strategy, risk allocation, and supplier negotiations.</li><li>Ensure consistent, compliant tendering processes from market engagement through evaluation and award.</li><li>Drive value through optimal contract structures, frameworks, and long‑term supplier partnerships.</li></ul> Supplier & Supply Chain Management <ul><li>Develop and implement category and supplier strategies across materials, plant, subcontractors, and professional services.</li><li>Lead supplier selection, onboarding, performance management, auditing, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Build strong, collaborative relationships with critical and strategic suppliers to ensure performance, innovation, and security of supply.</li><li>Monitor and manage supply chain risk, including capacity, financial stability, market volatility, and geopolitical factors.</li><li>Lead supplier performance improvement and dispute resolution where required.</li></ul> Cost, Value & Performance <ul><li>Deliver measurable cost savings and value improvement, focusing on total cost of ownership.</li><li>Manage procurement budgets and forecasts, providing clear reporting and assurance at senior leadership level.</li><li>Develop and maintain robust KPI frameworks covering cost, risk, supplier performance, and market insight.</li></ul> Stock, Materials & Logistics <ul><li>Oversee stock management and materials planning to ensure availability, compliance, and efficient inventory levels.</li><li>Implement effective forecasting, inventory control, and supply chain optimisation practices.</li><li>Ensure logistics and supply arrangements support project delivery, safety, and operational efficiency.</li></ul> Compliance, Risk & ESG <ul><li>Ensure full legal and regulatory compliance across procurement and supply chain activities.</li><li>Embed effective risk management, with early identification and mitigation of strategic and operational risks.</li><li>Support ESG and sustainability objectives, including responsible sourcing, carbon reduction, and engagement with SMEs and local suppliers.</li></ul> People Leadership <ul><li>Lead, develop, and coach a growing procurement and supply chain team.</li><li>Build capability, define clear objectives, and foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Ensure appropriate training, competence, and adherence to internal management systems.</li></ul> Digitalisation & Process Optimisation <ul><li>Drive continuous improvement of procurement processes and tools, with a strong focus on digitalisation and efficiency.</li><li>Own the implementation and ongoing development of procurement and supply chain systems, including requirements definition, testing, and rollout.</li><li>Work closely with Group functions to ensure alignment with standards, governance, and best practice.</li></ul><h3>Candidate Profile</h3><ul><li>Proven senior procurement leadership experience within infrastructure, energy, utilities, transport, or similarly regulated environments.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with experience leading complex, project‑based procurement activities.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to operate at senior leadership level while remaining hands‑on and close to delivery.</li><li>Experience driving change, governance improvement, and digital transformation within procurement functions.</li><li>Credible, collaborative leader with the ability to influence across diverse stakeholder groups.</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNjY4MjguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-17T09:29:54Z

Information Security Programme Lead

Leeds, West Yorkshire
remote
Contract
600 - 625 GBP / Daily
<h2 data-section-id="xbq4cp" data-end="330" data-start="260">Information Security Programme Lead (Security Transformation)</h2>Robert Half are supporting a global consulting firm to source an experienced Information Security Programme Lead to join a critical Security Transformation programme within a complex, evolving environment.This is a senior, CISO-facing role focused on driving delivery, bringing structure, and realising value from existing security capabilities across people, process, and technology - not just deploying new tools.<h3 data-start="758" data-end="784" data-section-id="14fn9z">Assignment Details</h3><ul><li>Initial contract length: 6 months (likely extension)</li><li>Location: Leeds (2-3 days onsite per week)</li><li>Start date: ASAP (2-3 week onboarding)</li><li>Engagement: c. £600-£650 p/day via FCSA accredited umbrella company</li></ul><h3 data-end="1024" data-section-id="1cg918x" data-start="1003">Role Overview</h3>You will take ownership of a broad, multi-stream Security Transformation programme, working directly with the CISO to drive delivery across a fragmented set of initiatives. The environment requires someone who can bring clarity, prioritisation, and momentum enabling security SMEs to focus on delivery rather than programme overhead. The focus is on maturing existing capabilities, improving adoption, and embedding sustainable operating models aligned to frameworks such as NIST.<h3 data-start="1521" data-end="1549" data-section-id="165gfiz">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead delivery of a multi-stream Information Security Transformation programme across multiple workstreams</li><li>Own and drive the Security Transformation Roadmap, ensuring clear prioritisation and delivery outcomes</li><li>Bring structure and pace to a complex environment, removing blockers and driving accountability across teams</li><li>Establish and run programme governance, reporting, and RAID management at senior stakeholder level</li><li>Coordinate delivery across key domains including IAM (SailPoint), PAM, DLP, and technology risk/control functions</li><li>Ensure security tools and controls are effectively implemented, optimised, and delivering measurable value</li><li>Embed NIST-aligned practices across Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover domains</li><li>Drive process and governance maturity, ensuring security services are operationalised and sustainable</li><li>Develop and track KPIs to measure security maturity, adoption, and risk reduction</li><li>Collaborate across Security Operations, GRC, Architecture, and IT to ensure alignment and integration</li><li>Manage dependencies, risks, and resource constraints across multiple delivery streams</li><li>Support and lead delivery teams, enabling effective execution across squads and stakeholders</li></ul><h3 data-start="2772" data-end="2799" data-section-id="1olrjqp">Experience Required</h3><ul><li>Proven experience leading Information Security or Security Transformation programmes in complex environments</li><li>Strong exposure across IAM (SailPoint), PAM, and broader security control domains</li><li>Experience working within or delivering against NIST or similar frameworks</li><li>Track record of driving delivery in less structured or evolving environments</li><li>Strong understanding of how to operationalise security capabilities across people, process, and technology</li><li>Experience managing multiple workstreams or delivery squads</li><li>Ability to operate confidently at CISO and senior stakeholder level</li><li>Strong stakeholder management with the ability to challenge, influence, and drive outcomes</li></ul><h3 data-section-id="xl9znq" data-end="3526" data-start="3492">Qualifications (Desirable)</h3><ul><li>CISSP, CISM, CRISC or similar</li><li>Agile / Delivery certifications (SAFe, Scrum, Prince2, PMP)</li><li>Cloud or security certifications (Azure, AWS, Microsoft Security, Identity platforms)</li></ul><h3 data-end="3746" data-section-id="o20c5v" data-start="3716">Additional Information If successful, you will be required to complete standard financial and criminal background checks, along with references.</h3>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS4zMjk4NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-28T08:38:24Z

Client Account Manager

Coventry, West Midlands
remote
Temporary
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Client Account Manager | Coventry | £30-35k | Hybrid Join a well-established, forward thinking accountancy practice operating in a fully cloud based environment. With a diverse client base across SMEs and international businesses, the firm focuses on quality, collaboration, and long-term client relationships.This opportunity is ideal for an established Accountant looking to step into a more client-facing role with increased responsibility and clear progression.<h3 data-section-id="mnykyz" data-end="1582" data-start="1566">The Role</h3><ul data-end="2163" data-start="1583"><li data-end="1680" data-section-id="1nsepxl" data-start="1583">Support the management of a portfolio of clients including limited companies and sole traders</li><li data-start="1681" data-section-id="1159pzs" data-end="1763">Act as a day-to-day contact for clients, building strong working relationships</li><li data-end="1824" data-section-id="1bzhdvt" data-start="1764">Prepare statutory accounts, VAT returns, and tax returns</li><li data-start="1825" data-section-id="t1sbzc" data-end="1884">Assist with management accounts and financial reporting</li><li data-end="1932" data-section-id="1omnzl9" data-start="1885">Review bookkeeping work and ensure accuracy</li><li data-start="1933" data-section-id="i018j3" data-end="2000">Work closely within a pod structure alongside senior management</li><li data-end="2055" data-section-id="ypk7tm" data-start="2001">Help coordinate workflow and meet client deadlines</li><li data-start="2056" data-section-id="1755scp" data-end="2111">Provide guidance and support to junior team members</li><li data-start="2112" data-section-id="kord9y" data-end="2163">Gain exposure to advisory and tax planning work</li></ul><h3 data-start="2165" data-end="2180" data-section-id="10rufk">Systems</h3><ul data-start="2181" data-end="2311"><li data-start="2181" data-section-id="bgm8ov" data-end="2247">Xero (essential, regular use)</li><li data-end="2256" data-section-id="1udjbb9" data-start="2248">Dext</li><li data-section-id="1bluqko" data-end="2268" data-start="2257">TaxCalc</li><li data-start="2269" data-section-id="1ps2x1" data-end="2311">Cloud-based accounts preparation tools</li></ul><h3 data-end="2330" data-section-id="v9zrqg" data-start="2313">About You</h3><ul data-end="2692" data-start="2331"><li data-start="2331" data-section-id="14d1mhv" data-end="2387">3-5 years' experience within an accountancy practice</li><li data-start="2388" data-end="2450" data-section-id="1ttrpap">ACCA / ACA part-qualified or qualified by experience (QBE)</li><li data-section-id="1jna7dy" data-end="2511" data-start="2451">Strong working knowledge of cloud-based accounting tools</li><li data-end="2575" data-section-id="137covu" data-start="2512">Confident communicator with good written and verbal English</li><li data-end="2641" data-section-id="1xdm4fn" data-start="2576">Organised, proactive, and keen to take ownership of your work</li><li data-section-id="1wxnuoa" data-end="2692" data-start="2642">Looking to progress into a Client Manager role</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VGluby5GcmVldGguNzc5MjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-22T11:10:11Z