<p>Robert Half has exclusively partnered with OUem to recruit for a newly created IT Operations Lead role based in Oxford. This is a permanent opportunity, ideal for candidates looking for better exposure to leading IT strategy and technology operations.</p><p>Senior hands-on IT Operations Lead responsible for operational stability, governance, and delivery of technology change across a multi-system environment.</p><p>This role combines IT operations leadership, policy & governance ownership, vendor management, data mapping, and end-to-end technical project delivery. Acts as a key interface between Technology, Compliance, and Operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>IT Operations</p><ul><li>Own day-to-day operational performance of infrastructure, SaaS, and core business systems</li><li>Define and manage service standards, KPIs, and support processes</li><li>Manage and hold third-party IT vendors accountable</li></ul><p>Policy, Governance & Controls</p><ul><li>Author, maintain, and enforce IT policies, standards, and procedures</li><li>Maintain audit readiness and documented IT controls</li><li>Align IT operations with compliance and risk requirements</li></ul><p>Project & Change Delivery</p><ul><li>Lead end-to-end delivery of IT initiatives (cloud migrations, infrastructure upgrades, system replacements, security tooling)</li><li>Ensure operational readiness: documentation, training, and support handover</li></ul><p>Data Mapping & Information Risk</p><ul><li>Own system/data maps, data locations, access models, and system dependencies</li><li>Improve visibility and reduce information and operational risk</li></ul><p>Risk, Incident & Resilience</p><ul><li>Oversee incident management, investigation, and remediation</li><li>Maintain DR/BCP documentation and testing schedules</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in IT Operations / Technical Operations / Infrastructure roles with leadership responsibility</li><li>Strong understanding of cloud (Azure preferred), networking, identity & access management, and SaaS environments</li><li>Proven experience writing and owning IT policies, standards, and operational processes</li><li>Experience delivering cross-system or infrastructure projects end-to-end</li><li>Strong documentation capability (data flows, system dependencies, controls)</li><li>Confident communicator with technical and non-technical stakeholders</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary plus discretionary award of up to 25%</li><li>Onsite in Central Oxford</li><li>Employer Pension contribution 10-16% of salary (employee contribution dependent)</li><li>Benefits allowance - tied to employee pension contribution</li><li>Life cover 4x salary</li><li>Private medical cover (Individual - end of probation)</li><li>Critical Illness cover 2x salary (end of probation)</li><li>Income protection cover up to 75% salary (end of probation)</li><li>Cash health plan (end of probation)</li><li>26 days holiday + bank holidays. The office is usually closed between Christmas and New Year. We do not require staff to take these days from their annual holiday allowance.</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/Um94eS5MYXcuMTEzMDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager - US</strong></p><p>Are you looking to join a successful, growing organisation in a senior finance role?</p><p>Robert Half are proud to be partnered with<strong> Blake Envelopes and Packaging</strong> - the market leading, international supplier of envelopes and postal packaging, operating internationally, in their search for an outstanding Finance Manager</p><p> </p><p><strong>About Blake</strong><br /> Blake is a long‑established leader in the world of envelopes, paper and packaging, having grown for more than two decades by championing authenticity, craftsmanship and innovation in an increasingly digital world. Their portfolio spans over 1,600 envelope products - with around 40% unique to Blake - reflecting a commitment to choice, creativity and continuous improvement. Built on strong values and a dedication to real human connection, Blake combines premium quality, sustainable practices, and exceptional service, supplying over 400 million envelopes from deep stockholding to ensure fast, dependable delivery nationwide and beyond. Today, they are widely recognised as the UK's leading envelope stockist, partnering with brands across the globe and shaping the future of modern postal packaging.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Finance Manager for Blake's US operations yet located in state-of-the-art offices in Yeovil, you will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate, insightful and timely financial information across the business. Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you will help track performance, strengthen margins, improve cost control and enhance stock management. This is a hands‑on, commercially focused role at the heart of a fast‑growing international business.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the creation and implementation of a new US entity within Microsoft Business Central, working closely with IT and operations teams to ensure full testing and delivery within three months.</li><li>Oversee financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes while analysing performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial statements, management reports and board packs.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with accounting standards, legislation and audit requirements while maintaining strong auditor relationships.</li><li>Support the CFO with cost centre reporting, business partnering and foreign exchange/treasury considerations.</li><li>Monitor and manage cash flow, including the development of a 13‑week cash flow forecast.</li><li>Establish robust internal controls, maintain risk registers and safeguard business assets.</li><li>Lead, mentor and develop finance team members, fostering a high‑performance culture.</li><li>Provide proactive commercial insights to Operations, Sales, HR and leadership teams.</li><li>Manage monthly reporting cycles, trading budgets, KPI reporting and margin analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>You are a commercially minded finance leader with strong analytical capability and exceptional attention to detail. You communicate confidently with stakeholders at all levels and thrive in a role where financial rigour meets operational engagement. You bring clarity, accuracy and structure, along with the ability to influence, problem‑solver and drive business performance.</p><p>Key qualities include:</p><ul><li>Strong time‑management, organisation and accuracy.</li><li>Logical, proactive and commercially aware mindset.</li><li>Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence decisions.</li><li>Ability to lead, mentor and support junior finance team members.</li><li>Comfortable working cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline (MBA or CPA advantageous).</li><li>Recognised accountancy qualification or actively studying (ACCA, CIMA or ACA).</li><li>Minimum 6 years' accounting experience with proven success in a finance management or leadership role.</li><li>Strong grasp of financial principles, accounting standards and analytical techniques.</li><li>Proficiency in ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central preferred) and advanced Excel skills.</li><li>Experience producing financial statements, forecasts, cash flow reporting and business analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>A competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 and excellent benefits package are offered, aligned to experience and the seniority of the role. As part of a growing international organisation, you will benefit from strong leadership exposure, professional development opportunities and the chance to play a key role in shaping Blake's growth.</p><p>While offering flexibility, this role will be based 5 days/week onsite in Yeovil, 8am-5pm with a 1 hour lunchbreak.</p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br /> For further information or to apply, please contact <strong>Andy Troup</strong> on <strong>0117 993 5404</strong> or email your CV to</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC40MDU0Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Northampton</strong><br /><strong>Exclusive Retained Search - Robert Half - Head of Finance</strong></p><p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively retained by <strong>Miswa Chemicals Limited</strong> to appoint a <strong>Head of Finance</strong> based in <strong>Northampton</strong> in the <strong>office full time</strong>.</p><p>This role represents an opportunity for a <strong>high-performing finance leader</strong> to play a central role in scaling an ambitious manufacturing business while working closely with the owners and progressing toward a <strong>Finance Director position</strong> as the company continues its growth trajectory.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Miswa is a fast-growing, independent British manufacturer of transportation and industrial chemical solutions with a clear ambition to scale to £50m+ revenue by FY29 while maintaining disciplined, profitable growth.</p><p>The business is seeking a high-calibre Head of Finance to manage a small finance function with a huge opportunity to expand, with aspirations toward a future Finance Director role, to lead financial strategy through its next phase of expansion. This role will suit an experienced finance leader from an SME or entrepreneurial environment who is commercially sharp, operationally grounded and comfortable partnering closely with owner-directors.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><p>The Head of Finance will provide strategic and operational financial leadership, ensuring the business maintains strong financial discipline while scaling. The role will focus on delivering:</p><p><br />* Profitable and sustainable growth<br />* Rigorous financial control<br />* Strong cash flow management<br />* Robust governance and reporting<br />* Optimised funding structures<br />* Strategic readiness for future acquisitions</p><p>Working closely with the owners, the Head of Finance will strengthen profitability, build financial resilience and elevate the finance function to support long-term growth.</p><p><strong>Strategic Financial Leadership</strong><br />* Partner with the Managing Director and Board on long-term financial strategy<br />* Deliver EBITDA and cash targets aligned to the <strong>£50m growth plan</strong><br />* Lead disciplined capital allocation and investment decisions</p><p><strong>Profitability & Margin Management</strong><br />* Deliver SKU, customer and channel margin analysis<br />* Identify margin erosion and implement corrective action<br />* Support pricing governance and commercial decisions<br />* Drive continuous improvement in gross and net profitability</p><p><strong>Cash Flow & Reserve Development</strong><br />* Implement rolling <strong>6-12 month cash flow forecasting</strong><br />* Optimise working capital across inventory, receivables and payables<br />* Build and protect a meaningful cash reserve<br />* Develop structured plans to build an acquisition reserve</p><p><strong>Funding & Banking Oversight</strong><br />* Manage and optimise <strong>invoice discounting facilities</strong><br />* Oversee asset finance and commercial loan arrangements<br />* Support renegotiation of banking facilities and cost of capital<br />* Maintain strong relationships with lenders and advisors</p><p><strong>Capex & Investment Planning</strong><br />* Introduce structured ROI and payback analysis<br />* Evaluate capital expenditure proposals<br />* Ensure investment decisions align with strategic priorities</p><p><strong>Budgeting & Financial Governance</strong><br />* Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes<br />* Oversee delivery of clear monthly management accounts and board packs<br />* Implement financial dashboards aligned to key KPIs</p><p><strong>Operational Financial Control</strong><br />* Strengthen cost discipline across operations and production<br />* Link operational metrics to financial performance<br />* Drive financial accountability throughout the organisation</p><p><strong>Finance Team Leadership</strong><br />* Lead, develop and mentor the finance team<br />* Conduct structured performance reviews<br />* Improve reporting accuracy, systems and processes<br />* Oversee payroll governance and compliance</p><p><strong>FX & Risk Management</strong><br />* Develop and manage a structured foreign exchange strategy<br />* Protect margins through forward planning and hedging where appropriate<br />* Identify and manage financial risk proactively</p><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>We are seeking a commercially minded <strong>Head of Finance / aspiring Finance Director</strong> with:<br />* <strong>ACCA qualified (or equivalent)</strong><br />* Proven success within an <strong>SME growth environment</strong><br />* Strong experience driving <strong>profitability and margin improvement</strong><br />* Advanced <strong>working capital and cash flow management expertise</strong><br />* Experience managing <strong>invoice discounting, asset finance and loan structures</strong><br />* Track record renegotiating banking facilities<br />* Experience preparing businesses for <strong>acquisition or investment</strong><br />* Ability to operate effectively at <strong>Board level</strong><br />* Hands-on style with strong operational understanding<br />* High integrity and discretion when working with founders/owners</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMjQxODEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnering with Summer Fields School to recruit a Senior Finance Officer. This position plays a central role in the school's finance team, offering a unique opportunity to join one of the country's leading prep schools with a reputation spanning over 160 years. </p><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Finance Officer</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Summertown, North Oxford</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000 - £43,000 depending on experience</p><p><strong>Full-time | Small collaborative team | Beautiful 70-acre campus</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is a full-boarding and day school for approximately 300 boys aged 4-13. The school offers excellent teaching, traditional values and exceptional pastoral care, with outstanding exam results achieved by leavers who regularly win scholarships to top public schools in the country.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit Bursary team in a friendly, community-focused environment where staff wellbeing is a priority. Many staff have been at the school for years, testament to the positive working culture.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is a key role in the school's finance team, ensuring the effective, accurate and timely delivery of core financial operations. This position will lead on fee billing and credit control, nominal ledger activities, and oversees the day‑to‑day running of the Accounts Payable function.</p><p>As the primary contact for finance‑related enquiries, the Senior Finance Officer helps maintain strong financial controls, supports high‑quality management reporting, and contributes to the overall financial integrity and stewardship of the school.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Main duties include:</strong></p><p><strong>Fee Billing & Credit Control: </strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, issue and reconcile termly fee invoices, including extras and bursaries.</li><li>Liaise with parents and resolve fee queries.</li><li>Credit control activities: monitor debtor balances and follow up overdue accounts.</li><li>Reconcile fee income to bank receipts and the general ledger.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Accounts Payable</strong></p><p>Oversight of the purchase ledger, with day-to-day activities predominantly being carried out by the Finance Assistant:</p><ul><li>Monitor the finance inbox.</li><li>Ensure accurate coding and authorisation of invoices and timely payment of suppliers.</li><li>Review supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Prepare payment runs, ensuring compliance with internal controls and approvals.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Nominal Ledger, Journals & Reconciliations:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate nominal ledger records in line with the school's chart of accounts.</li><li>Prepare monthly journals including prepayments, accruals and payroll journals.</li><li>Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Support month, term and year‑end close, ensuring deadlines are met.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>VAT Returns:</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of VAT return workings, including partial exemption calculations and ensuring correct VAT treatment across income and expenditure.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Other:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide timely financial information to the Finance Director and budget holders.</li><li>Assist with preparation of management accounts and analytical reviews.</li><li>Support the annual budgeting process, including collation of departmental information.</li><li>Prepare schedules for the external audit and respond to auditor queries.</li><li>Ensure the finance system is used effectively and identify and implement opportunities to automate and simplify processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key skills and experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience in a similar finance role, ideally within a school or charity.</li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, able to engage professionally with parents and staff.</li><li>Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Full time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Minimum three days per week on-site in Summertown, Oxford</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary and benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>6 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Pension - employer contributions of 4% for the first two years of service, 6% after two years</li><li>Group life assurance of three times annual salary</li><li>Private medical insurance provided by the school, which is a taxable benefit</li><li>On-site parking</li><li>Lunch on-site during term time</li><li>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Annual flu vaccination</li><li>Membership of Staff Swimming Club</li><li>Discounted on-site holiday activity clubs</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMjk4ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Acquis specialises in insurance administration services for the finance and leasing industry. With European headquarters in Amsterdam, UK headquarters in Newport, and US operations in Philadelphia, they operate in a total of 17 countries.</p><p>Joining Acquis means becoming part of a dynamic, collaborative, and forward‑thinking organisation that values continuous improvement. This is an exciting time to be part of Acquis as they continue to pursue their ambitious growth strategy, following their acquisition into the U.S. market.</p><p><strong>Why This Role Matters</strong></p><p>This is a senior, high‑visibility position at the heart of a growing international Group. You'll oversee the financial management and reporting across the UK, Netherlands, and US subsidiaries - playing a pivotal role in ensuring robust financial control, shaping strategic decisions and supporting the Group's global growth trajectory.</p><p>If you enjoy leading teams, improving processes and driving financial excellence, this role offers the ideal platform.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>You will lead on:</p><ul><li>Financial Reporting & Analysis across the Group</li><li>Budgeting & Forecasting, including subsidiaries</li><li>Cash Flow & Working Capital Management</li><li>Financial Control & Compliance across multiple jurisdictions</li><li>Strategic Financial Planning in partnership with the CFO</li><li>Subsidiary Management (UK, Netherlands, US)</li><li>Process & System Improvement</li><li>Team Leadership & Development</li><li>Stakeholder Management</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Skills & Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant</li><li>Significant experience in a financial control role, ideally within a Group structure</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills</li><li>In‑depth knowledge of applicable accounting standards</li><li>Proven experience across all core responsibilities</li><li>Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills</li><li>Exceptional leadership and people development capability</li><li>Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills</li><li>Strong experience with financial systems / ERP</li><li>Commercially astute with strong business acumen</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Highly competitive Salary + Benefits Package</li><li>35‑hour working week</li><li>Hybrid working (3 days in office)</li><li>Modern, newly renovated offices with outdoor spaces</li><li>Easily accessible by car from Newport (10mins), Cardiff (20mins) & Bristol (40mins)</li><li>Ample onsite parking</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/Q2FybGllLldpbGxpYW1zLjAwNjM2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>The Company:</strong></p><p>A long-established organisation with over a century of experience in manufacturing and defense projects. With a focus on advancing engineering technology through innovative solutions, especially in the field of sustainable propulsion systems-moving from hybrid to alternative fuel technologies, including hydrogen. Their ongoing development is driven by a commitment to core values: safety, sustainability, quality, innovation, excellence, and teamwork.</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong><br />The IT Manager leads the delivery, security, reliability, and ongoing improvement of IT services and infrastructure, acting as the strategic link between technology and business objectives. Reporting to the Head of Finance and IT, this role oversees IT Infrastructure and Support functions, managing a team of two and ensuring seamless, secure, and scalable IT operations across the business.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>People Leadership:</strong> Manage, mentor, and develop IT Infrastructure Engineer and IT Support Engineer. Oversee performance, resource planning, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li><strong>IT Operations & Service Delivery:</strong> Ensure delivery of reliable IT services that meet business SLAs. Oversee incident, problem, and change management processes, serving as an escalation point for technical issues.</li><li><strong>Infrastructure Management:</strong> Direct the design, implementation, and maintenance of on-premises, cloud, and hybrid IT infrastructure. Ensure system availability, resilience, and compliance with recovery and continuity plans.</li><li><strong>End-User Support:</strong> Drive high-quality, consistent end-user support. Oversee device lifecycle, onboarding/offboarding, and enhance user satisfaction with a focus on self-service and knowledge sharing.</li><li><strong>Security & Compliance:</strong> Enforce IT security standards and compliance with policies and regulatory requirements. Oversee risk management, vulnerability patching, and audit readiness.</li><li><strong>Strategy & Budget:</strong> Develop and execute IT strategy in alignment with business goals. Manage IT budgets, vendor relationships, and prioritise technology investments.</li><li><strong>Process & Governance:</strong> Implement and maintain IT policies, procedures, and ITIL-aligned service management best practices. Track operational KPIs and optimise processes through documentation and automation.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>5-10+ years' experience in IT operations or infrastructure/support; 2-5+ years in a management role</li><li>Knowledge of business system / ERP implementation</li><li>Experience with Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus</li><li>Experience managing infrastructure and service desk teams</li><li>Strong technical knowledge (enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, IT support operations)</li><li>Experience with ITSM frameworks (ITIL preferred), budgeting, and vendor management</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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby41MTk5OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>People Systems & Data Analyst</strong></p><p><strong>Permanent | Up to £40k DOE | 37 hours per week | North Bristol/Hybrid working</strong></p><p><strong>Robert Half are currently working with an organisation to recruit a People Systems & Data Analyst on a permanent basis.</strong></p><p>This is a newly created opportunity for an HR-focused systems professional who is passionate about improving people operations through well-designed processes and effective use of HR technology. The organisation is investing in modernising its HR function and is looking for someone who can help translate HR strategy and policy into robust, system-enabled ways of working.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>Sitting within the People function, this role will focus on aligning HR processes, data and reporting with a newly implemented HR Information System (HRIS). You will act as the operational owner of the system, ensuring that end-to-end people processes across the full employee lifecycle are clearly defined, mapped, documented and supported by the HRIS.</p><p>Working closely with HR colleagues, operational leaders and system providers, you will review existing ways of working, identify gaps or inefficiencies and help redesign processes so they are consistent, compliant and user-friendly. A key part of the role will be ensuring that the system reflects how the organisation wants to operate, rather than replicating legacy or manual processes.</p><p>You will also play a central role in improving how people data is captured, governed and reported, enabling HR to provide accurate insight, meet reporting requirements and support better workforce decision-making.</p><p>This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys combining HR knowledge with systems thinking and who wants to have a tangible impact on how HR operates day to day.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Owning the day-to-day operation and development of the HRIS</li><li>Mapping, reviewing and redesigning HR processes to ensure they align with system functionality and best practice</li><li>Working with HR teams to embed consistent, system-led people processes across the organisation</li><li>Ensuring people data is accurate, well-structured and fit for reporting and compliance purposes</li><li>Developing and maintaining HR reports and dashboards to support operational and strategic decision-making</li><li>Acting as a bridge between HR, Finance, Operations and system providers to translate HR requirements into system solutions</li><li>Supporting system enhancements, testing and continuous improvement activity</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>You will have a strong grounding in HR operations and systems and be comfortable working with HR colleagues to challenge, simplify and improve processes. You are naturally curious about how things work, confident mapping workflows and committed to building HR processes that are efficient, compliant and people-centred.</p><p>You will be analytical, detail-driven and confident working with data, while also able to communicate clearly with non-technical stakeholders.</p><p><strong>Essential experience and skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience working with HRIS or HR/payroll systems within an HR or People function</li><li>Proven experience mapping, documenting and improving HR processes</li><li>Strong understanding of HR data and reporting requirements</li><li>Ability to translate HR policies and processes into system configuration and workflows</li><li>Advanced Excel and/or reporting tool capability</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and a structured, methodical approach</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Exposure to statutory or regulatory HR reporting</li><li>Experience supporting HR transformation or system implementation projects</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid and flexible working arrangements</li><li>A role with genuine influence over how HR processes and systems are designed</li><li>Strong commitment to learning, development and continuous improvement</li><li>An open, collaborative and values-led culture</li><li>Generous pension provision</li><li>Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Access to confidential counselling and wellbeing support</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/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuMjYyOTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading financial services organisation to recruit a Business Data Analyst on a 6 month contract to perm basis. Onsite required - London based </p><p data-end="567" data-start="235">This role sits at the intersection of data, operations, and business strategy, with a strong focus on improving middle office processes, enhancing reporting capabilities, and driving automation initiatives.</p><p data-end="768" data-start="569">You will work closely with Operations, Finance, Technology, and Front Office stakeholders to analyse business processes, identify efficiency opportunities, and deliver scalable data-driven solutions.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>The Business Data Analyst will analyse complex datasets to support operational, financial, and regulatory reporting</li><li>Develop and maintain SQL queries and data models to support business intelligence and reporting needs</li><li>Use Python to automate workflows, improve data quality checks, and streamline recurring processes</li><li>Build and maintain advanced Excel models and reporting tools (including Power Query, Power Pivot, VBA where applicable)</li><li>Review and optimise middle office processes, identifying control gaps and automation opportunities</li><li>Partner with stakeholders to gather business requirements and translate them into technical solutions</li><li>Drive process automation initiatives to improve accuracy, reduce manual intervention, and increase scalability</li><li>Support reconciliation, valuation, and trade lifecycle analysis where required</li><li>Contribute to data governance, documentation, and control frameworks</li><li>Assist with system enhancements and implementation projects</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong> </p><p> </p><ul><li>The Business Data Analyst will have strong SQL skills (query writing, joins, performance optimisation, data manipulation)</li><li>Proficiency in Python for data analysis and automation (e.g., pandas, scripting, APIs)</li><li>Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables, data modelling)</li><li>Proven experience working in a Middle Office role within a financial services environment</li><li>Strong understanding of trade lifecycle, reconciliations, valuations, and operational controls</li><li>Experience reviewing and improving operational processes</li><li>Demonstrated ability to drive automation and efficiency initiatives</li><li>Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams</li><li>Experience with Advent Geneva</li><li>Exposure to data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)</li><li>Experience with financial instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives, alternatives)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading financial services organisation with offices in London</li><li>Onsite required - London based </li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjAxMTMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Finance Manager to work for a technology company based in London for a 3 month contract.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.</li><li>Lead intercompany accounting and ensure accurate timely multi entity reporting, including supporting process build out for our new German entity.</li><li>Oversee payroll and benefits processing, incl. commissions, pensions, payroll journals and annual submissions - BIK, P11D/PSA. Experience with US payroll is highly beneficial.</li><li>Manage UK and German VAT returns and regulatory submissions, alongside US tax submission.</li><li>Oversee Accounts Payable, payment runs, and expenses, while driving improvements to streamline and speed up AP processes.</li><li>Maintain and strengthen financial controls and cash flow visibility, while scaling month‑end processes.</li><li>Partner with teams across the business to improve cross-functional processes and support operational decisions.</li><li>Support system enhancements and automation initiatives, to streamline workflows.</li></ul><p><strong>Details:</strong></p><ul><li>3 months with potential to extend</li><li>3 days in the office</li><li>Must have Xero</li><li>£300-400 umbrella</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/SGFubmFoLlN6eW1hbnNraS41MTMwNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1><strong>Change Business Analyst </strong></h1><p>Robert Half is excited to partner with a leading investment management organisation in their search for a Business Analyst to support key operational change initiatives across their environment.</p><h2><strong>Overview</strong></h2><p>This role sits at the heart of an evolving investment operations function. You will analyse workflows, strengthen controls, and help deliver improvements across processes that support portfolio management, oversight, and operational governance. The successful candidate will combine strong BA fundamentals with experience working in investment or fund operations settings.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Review and document operational processes, identifying opportunities to simplify, automate, or strengthen control points.</li><li>Partner with investment, operations, risk, and technology teams to capture business requirements and translate them into clear deliverables.</li><li>Support workflow redesign and operational change across areas such as trade support, cash and position control, reconciliations oversight, and reporting workflows (kept high‑level intentionally to avoid identifiable detail).</li><li>Produce concise artefacts including process maps, requirement definitions, and implementation supporting materials.</li><li>Contribute to testing cycles (UAT) and readiness assessments for new tools, processes, or enhancements.</li><li>Help embed a culture of continuous improvement across investment operations.</li></ul><h2><strong>Experience & Skills</strong></h2><h3><strong>Essential</strong></h3><ul><li>Experience as a Business Analyst within investment management, fund operations, or a similar financial services environment.</li><li>Understanding of investment operations processes (e.g., trade support, middle‑office controls, reconciliations, reporting, data quality) without tying to any specific firm model.</li><li>Strong documentation skills with the ability to distil complex processes into clear, actionable outputs.</li><li>Confident working across technology and business teams to drive operational change.</li><li>Highly organised, structured, and detail oriented.</li><li>Experience delivering a Target Operating Model.</li></ul><h3><strong>Desirable</strong></h3><ul><li>Exposure to workflow or project management tools.</li><li>Experience supporting operational process redesign within regulated financial environments.</li><li>Understanding of data quality, operational oversight, or investment governance frameworks.</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/QWxleC5IaWxsLjI1MDM0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>PE‑backed Manufacturing Business | Sheffield </strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £65,000 - £75,000 + £5,000 car allowance + bonus<br /><strong>Hybrid working - 3 days onsite</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join a high‑growth, <strong>Private Equity‑backed manufacturing business</strong> in Sheffield.</p><p>Following a period of significant expansion through acquisition, the business is now entering its next phase, professionalising the finance function, embedding stronger controls, and creating meaningful financial insight to support operational and strategic decision‑making.</p><p> </p><p>This is a <strong>senior, hands‑on Number 1 finance role on site</strong>, ideally suited to a commercially minded Financial Controller who enjoys building, improving and influencing, rather than inheriting a finished product.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the UK Managing Director, with a dotted line to a European Finance Director, the Financial Controller will have full ownership of the UK finance function and play a key role in shaping the business as it continues to scale.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Financial Leadership & Reporting:</strong> Full responsibility for monthly management accounts, statutory reporting and compliance across UK entities.</li><li><strong>Controls & Process Improvement:</strong> Review, implement and embed appropriate financial controls and processes aligned to PE ownership.</li><li><strong>Systems & Transformation:</strong> Lead the implementation of a new finance system and drive improvements in reporting, data quality and insight.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting:</strong> Rebuild budgeting and forecasting processes, including cash flow management and liquidity planning.</li><li><strong>Operational & Commercial Finance:</strong> Act as a key business partner to operations and supply chain, with a focus on costing, margins, inventory and manufacturing performance.</li><li><strong>Leadership & Stakeholder Management:</strong> Support and develop a small transactional finance team and work closely with senior stakeholders, including PE investors where required.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Proven experience in a <strong>change‑led finance role</strong>, ideally within a growing or acquiring business.</li><li>Track record of implementing <strong>new systems, controls and processes</strong>.</li><li>Strong commercial and operational mindset with the confidence to partner at MD level.</li><li>Comfortable operating as a <strong>Number 1 on site</strong> while reporting into a group or regional structure.</li><li>Manufacturing and/or PE‑backed experience is beneficial but <strong>not essential</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£65,000 - £75,000 base salary</li><li>£5,000 Car allowance</li><li>Annual bonus</li><li>Hybrid working (minimum 3 days onsite)</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Genuine opportunity to grow the role as the business scales</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjIxMzk0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>PE‑backed Manufacturing Business | Barnsley</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £65,000 - £75,000 + £5,000 car allowance + bonus<br /> <strong>Hybrid working - minimum 3 days onsite</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join a high‑growth, <strong>Private Equity‑backed manufacturing business</strong> in Barnsley.</p><p>Following a period of significant expansion through acquisition, the business is now entering its next phase, professionalising the finance function, embedding stronger controls, and creating meaningful financial insight to support operational and strategic decision‑making.</p><p> </p><p>This is a <strong>senior, hands‑on Number 1 finance role on site</strong>, ideally suited to a commercially minded Financial Controller who enjoys building, improving and influencing, rather than inheriting a finished product.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the UK Managing Director, with a dotted line to a European Finance Director, the Financial Controller will have full ownership of the UK finance function and play a key role in shaping the business as it continues to scale.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Financial Leadership & Reporting:</strong> Full responsibility for monthly management accounts, statutory reporting and compliance across UK entities.</li><li><strong>Controls & Process Improvement:</strong> Review, implement and embed appropriate financial controls and processes aligned to PE ownership.</li><li><strong>Systems & Transformation:</strong> Lead the implementation of a new finance system and drive improvements in reporting, data quality and insight.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting:</strong> Rebuild budgeting and forecasting processes, including cash flow management and liquidity planning.</li><li><strong>Operational & Commercial Finance:</strong> Act as a key business partner to operations and supply chain, with a focus on costing, margins, inventory and manufacturing performance.</li><li><strong>Leadership & Stakeholder Management:</strong> Support and develop a small transactional finance team and work closely with senior stakeholders, including PE investors where required.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Proven experience in a <strong>change‑led finance role</strong>, ideally within a growing or acquiring business.</li><li>Track record of implementing <strong>new systems, controls and processes</strong>.</li><li>Strong commercial and operational mindset with the confidence to partner at MD level.</li><li>Comfortable operating as a <strong>Number 1 on site</strong> while reporting into a group or regional structure.</li><li>Manufacturing and/or PE‑backed experience is beneficial but <strong>not essential</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£65,000 - £75,000 base salary</li><li>£5,000 Car allowance</li><li>Annual bonus</li><li>Hybrid working (minimum 3 days onsite)</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Genuine opportunity to grow the role as the business scales</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjA1OTM0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="241" data-start="112"><strong data-start="112" data-end="144">Finance & Operations Manager</strong><br data-start="144" data-end="147" /> Milton Keynes | Office-based, 5 days per week<br data-end="195" / data-start="192"> Salary: up to £60,000 + 25 days annual leave</p><h2 data-start="248" data-end="259">The Role</h2><p data-start="261" data-end="463">We are seeking a hands-on and highly organised Finance & Operations Manager to take ownership of the finance function while overseeing HR administration, sales support, and day-to-day office management.</p><p data-start="465" data-end="773">This is a broad, varied position suited to someone who enjoys working at the centre of the business, improving processes, and supporting commercial teams in a growing SME environment. You will act as the operational backbone of the office, ensuring finance, people, and administrative processes run smoothly.</p><h2 data-end="803" data-start="780">Key Responsibilities</h2><h3 data-end="816" data-start="805">Finance</h3><ul><li>Manage day-to-day finance operations and maintain strong financial controls</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and receivable</li><li>Produce monthly management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Manage cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting</li><li>Maintain accurate and compliant financial records</li><li>Liaise with external accountants and advisors</li></ul><h3 data-start="1160" data-end="1190">HR & People Administration</h3><ul><li>Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, and employee records</li><li>Support payroll and benefits administration</li><li>Maintain HR documentation and compliance</li><li>Act as first point of contact for HR-related queries</li><li>Assist with development of HR processes and policies</li></ul><h3 data-start="1461" data-end="1491">Sales & Commercial Support</h3><ul><li>Support the sales team with quotes, proposals, and order processing</li><li>Maintain CRM and sales data accuracy</li><li>Produce sales and performance reporting</li><li>Coordinate with logistics/operations to support delivery</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve sales administration processes</li></ul><h3 data-end="1815" data-start="1781">Office Management & Operations</h3><ul><li>f</li></ul><h2 data-start="2101" data-end="2123">Skills & Experience</h2><ul><li>Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Finance & Operations, or similar broad role</li><li>Strong hands-on finance capability</li><li>Experience supporting HR and/or sales administration</li><li>Highly organised with strong attention to detail</li><li>Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills</li><li>Confident communicator able to work across all levels</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment</li><li>Able to manage multiple priorities effectively</li><li>High level of discretion with confidential information</li></ul><h2 data-end="2651" data-start="2639">Desirable</h2><ul><li>SME or owner-managed business experience</li><li>Experience improving finance or operational processes</li><li>Familiarity with CRM and accounting systems</li><li>Exposure to HR/payroll processes</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTIzNzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a permanent Finance Business Partner for a highly regarded organisation on Pontypridd.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Job Purpose: </strong>The Group Finance Business Partner will act as a key business partner to operations, providing insightful financial analysis, forecasts, and reporting to support operational efficiency.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Duties:</strong></p><p> </p><p>The Finance Business Partner supports the provision of financial support to one or more functional directorates.</p><p>They will be at the heart of decisions, supporting the organisation to deliver on its business plan and corporate objectives.</p><p>Lead the preparation and delivery of financial plans, budgets and forecasts for assigned business areas, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organisational objectives and contribution to the development of actionable insights to inform business decisions.</p><p>Contribute to the timely and accurate production and critical review of management information, financial analysis, and performance dashboards.</p><p>Use analytical tools and techniques to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that support the achievement of business objectives.</p><p>Partner with assigned business areas and cross-functional teams to provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations that support strategic and operational decision-making.</p><p>This includes identifying and evaluating financial risks and opportunities, and communication them appropriately.</p><p>Drive the development and implementation of cost-saving initiatives and process improvements, by challenging existing practices to deliver greater efficiency and value.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>ACCA, CIMA or ACA part or qualified preferred</li></ul><p><strong>On offer: Salary of to £50,000 plus benefits and hybrid working - two days on site, three days home working.</strong></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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjUyMjYxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Business Partner | Global Reinsurance Brokerage | Central London (Hybrid) | £90,000 - £95,000 | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are working with a leading global reinsurance brokerage and advisory firm operating at the heart of the insurance and reinsurance market. Known for combining deep sector expertise with advanced analytics and advisory capability, the business supports clients worldwide in navigating complexity and making confident, data-driven decisions.</p><p>Following continued growth, the business has created a Finance Business Partner role to support a significant £250m division. This is a highly visible, commercially focused position, partnering closely with Divisional CEOs, Operations Directors, and revenue-generating teams across the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working with senior stakeholders, adding commercial insight, and operating in a complex, regulated environment.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p>Reporting to a senior finance leader, you'll be responsible for:</p><ul><li>Acting as Finance Business Partner to a £250m division, working closely with Divisional CEOs, Operations Directors, brokerage teams, production and sales leaders.<br /> * Delivering high-quality financial analysis, insight, and modelling to support strategic and operational decision-making.<br /> * Leading and supporting the month-end close process, producing management accounts, variance analysis, and clear, concise commentary for senior stakeholders.<br /> * Challenging performance and partnering with the business to drive profitability, growth initiatives, and cost management.<br /> * Supporting annual budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes, including overhead allocation.<br /> * Working with complex and at times messy data sets, applying judgement and rigour to deliver meaningful commercial insight.<br /> * Embedding strong financial control and governance within business processes while maintaining a commercial mindset.<br /> * Contributing to change initiatives, including system improvements and enhancements to reporting and finance processes.<br /> * Supporting and developing colleagues, ensuring a high standard of service delivery across the finance function.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><ul><li>ACA or CA qualified, trained in audit and with a strong grounding in financial controls earlier in your career, now operating in a commercial finance or business partnering environment.<br /> * Proven experience partnering senior non-finance stakeholders within a large, complex, matrix organisation.<br /> * Strong commercial awareness, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and support decision-making at senior level.<br /> * Comfortable working with imperfect or messy data, balancing commercial insight with financial discipline.<br /> * Experience partnering revenue-generating teams such as sales, brokerage, production or operations is highly desirable.<br /> * Background in insurance, reinsurance, or financial services is advantageous but not essential.<br /> * Proactive, resilient, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br /> * Strong communication skills, able to convey key messages clearly and concisely.<br /> * Good awareness of financial controls and operating within a regulated environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>Here's what's waiting for you</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of £90,000 - £95,000 depending on experience.<br /> * Bonus of 10-15% linked to individual and business performance.<br /> * Hybrid working model - 3 days per week in a Central London office.<br /> * Minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days.<br /> * Competitive pension scheme, life assurance, and income protection.<br /> * Private medical insurance or health cash plan.<br /> * Access to share plans, volunteering days, discounted gym membership, season ticket loan, and a wide range of additional benefits.<br /> * A highly visible role with genuine exposure to senior leadership.</li></ul><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p>This role is ideally suited to an established commercial finance professional who trained in audit and built a strong controls mindset earlier in their career, and who has since moved into a senior finance business partnering role. You'll operate at the centre of the business, working closely with Divisional CEOs and operational leaders, influencing decisions across a sizeable £250m division.</p><p>The position offers genuine commercial exposure, senior stakeholder interaction, and the opportunity to shape financial performance in a complex, regulated environment - while still valuing the discipline and rigour that comes from an audit-trained background. For someone already operating in commercial finance and looking to step into a higher-impact, more visible role with greater scale and influence, this represents a compelling next move within a global reinsurance brokerage.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMjU4NzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="684" data-start="330">Robert Half is partnering with a well-established, international manufacturing and engineering group with operations across multiple continents. The business designs and supplies high-quality components used in essential infrastructure and transport environments, combining long-standing heritage with ongoing investment in innovation and growth.</p><p data-end="901" data-start="686">This is an excellent opportunity for a bright, ambitious Management Accountant who is early in their career and keen to continue their professional studies within a supportive, commercially focused finance team.</p><h3 data-end="922" data-start="903">The opportunity</h3><p data-end="1237" data-start="923">Reporting into an experienced UK Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate management information and commercial insight to support operational and strategic decision-making. The role offers genuine exposure to the end-to-end finance function within a complex, product-driven environment.</p><p data-end="1405" data-start="1239">You'll be encouraged to ask questions, challenge processes, and develop commercially, with clear progression and study support available for the right individual.</p><h3 data-start="1407" data-end="1431">Key responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1824" data-start="1432"><li data-start="1432" data-end="1478"><p data-end="1478" data-start="1434">Preparation of monthly management accounts</p></li><li data-start="1479" data-end="1527"><p data-start="1481" data-end="1527">Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</p></li><li data-start="1528" data-end="1585"><p data-end="1585" data-start="1530">Costing, inventory and product profitability analysis</p></li><li data-start="1586" data-end="1642"><p data-start="1588" data-end="1642">Balance sheet reviews and month-end close activities</p></li><li data-end="1688" data-start="1643"><p data-end="1688" data-start="1645">Supporting audits and statutory reporting</p></li><li data-end="1742" data-start="1689"><p data-start="1691" data-end="1742">Involvement in VAT returns and cashflow reporting</p></li><li data-end="1824" data-start="1743"><p data-start="1745" data-end="1824">Working closely with non-finance stakeholders to drive better decision-making</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1826" data-end="1839">About you</h3><ul data-end="2185" data-start="1840"><li data-end="1899" data-start="1840"><p data-end="1899" data-start="1842">Part-qualified (or actively studying) ACA / ACCA / CIMA</p></li><li data-start="1900" data-end="1961"><p data-start="1902" data-end="1961">AAT qualified or degree-educated in a relevant discipline</p></li><li data-start="1962" data-end="2055"><p data-start="1964" data-end="2055">Some exposure to management accounts and strong fundamentals across P&L and balance sheet</p></li><li data-end="2122" data-start="2056"><p data-start="2058" data-end="2122">Proactive, curious and keen to learn in a hands-on environment</p></li><li data-end="2185" data-start="2123"><p data-start="2125" data-end="2185">Comfortable working in the office the majority of the week</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2201" data-start="2187">Why apply?</h3><ul data-end="2459" data-start="2202"><li data-start="2202" data-end="2263"><p data-start="2204" data-end="2263">A clear development role for someone keen to progress</p></li><li data-start="2264" data-end="2313"><p data-end="2313" data-start="2266">Exposure to a growing, international business</p></li><li data-start="2314" data-end="2370"><p data-start="2316" data-end="2370">Supportive leadership and investment in your studies</p></li><li data-start="2371" data-end="2413"><p data-end="2413" data-start="2373">Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 WFH)</p></li><li data-end="2459" data-start="2414"><p data-end="2459" data-start="2416">Competitive salary of up to £50,000</p></li></ul><p data-start="2461" data-end="2676">This role would suit someone looking to take the next step from an Assistant or Junior Management Accountant position and accelerate their progression in a business that values development and long-term careers.</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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMDQyNTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><p>Are you an experienced operations professional with a background in property, accommodation, or facilities management? Do you enjoy leading teams, improving processes, and ensuring high operational standards across multiple sites? Robert Half is delighted to be chosen to select applicants for a newly available role that offers an exciting opportunity to join a successful and growing business in the heart of St Andrews.</p><p>Our client manages a portfolio of beautifully renovated, high‑quality properties across the town, providing accommodation for students during the academic year and premium short‑term lets during the summer season. With the business continuing to grow and new developments underway, they are now seeking an Operations Director to take ownership of day‑to‑day operations and ensure service excellence across the portfolio.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>The Operations Director will oversee the smooth running of daily operations, compliance, maintenance, and service delivery across a property portfolio. You will lead a small, dedicated team, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across all activities.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead, manage, and support the property management team</li><li>Oversee day‑to‑day operations across a multi‑property portfolio</li><li>Ensure all properties meet regulatory and compliance requirements</li><li>Maintain high service standards for students and holiday guests</li><li>Coordinate maintenance activity and ensure issues are resolved promptly</li><li>Oversee operational readiness for student rental cycles and summer lettings</li><li>Improve systems, processes, and workflows as the business continues to grow</li><li>Work closely with the Managing Director, who spends part of each month on‑site</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>We are looking for a candidate who brings experience in a relevant operational environment, such as:</p><ul><li>Property management</li><li>Hospitality accommodation operations</li><li>Facilities management</li><li>Estates operations</li></ul><p>You will be someone who can step in with confidence, understands regulation and compliance, and has proven experience leading small teams in a service‑driven setting.</p><h3>You will bring:</h3><ul><li>Strong leadership and organisational skills</li><li>Experience managing multi‑site operations</li><li>Knowledge of property compliance and health & safety</li><li>A proactive, hands‑on mindset</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities</li><li>The ability to work independently and maintain high standards</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>£45,000 - £50,000 base salary</li><li>5% employer pension contribution</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>23 days annual leave + public holidays</li><li>On-site parking</li><li>Opportunity to shape and lead operations in a growing, well‑invested business</li><li>A long-term role with variety, autonomy, and impact</li></ul><br><br /><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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uMzU3NjguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="0" data-end="28">Robert Half are currently recruiting for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment, providing financial leadership across several production sites (based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch).</p><p class=" wpt_title">This is a highly visible role within the operational leadership team, partnering closely with plant management to support performance, drive improvement initiatives, and ensure strong financial governance across the sites.</p><h3 data-start="442" data-section-id="ixx92j" data-end="454">The Role</h3><p data-start="455" data-end="668">As Finance Business Partner, you will play a key role in supporting the leadership team by providing financial insight, commercial challenge and guidance to improve operational and financial performance.</p><p data-end="830" data-start="670">Reporting into senior finance leadership, with a strong working relationship with the General Manager, you will act as a trusted partner across the operation.</p><h3 data-end="856" data-start="832" data-section-id="164ueu3">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Partner with operational leadership to drive financial and operational performance</li><li>Provide clear financial analysis, insight and reporting to support decision-making</li><li>Support and deliver action plans to improve plant financial performance</li><li>Ensure a robust financial control environment and adherence to internal policies</li><li>Influence operational decision-making through commercial insight and challenge</li><li>Work collaboratively across finance and operations to support business objectives</li></ul><h3 data-section-id="hodw2w" data-start="1370" data-end="1383">Candidate Profile </h3><p data-start="1384" data-end="1511">We are seeking a motivated and commercially minded finance professional who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative environment.</p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA).</li><li>Strong analytical capability and commercial awareness</li><li>Strong with Excel and Power BI etc</li><li>A proactive and results-focused mindset</li><li>The ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders</li><li>Confidence to contribute to leadership discussions and challenge constructively</li><li>Excellent communication and teamwork skills</li><li>High levels of integrity, professionalism and sound judgement</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuMzgzOTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Office Manager / Sales Support Specialist - Temporary (4 months) - Cardiff </strong></p><p>Robert Half is looking for a temporary Office Manager / Sales Support Specialist to support our Cardiff operation for an initial period of 4 months. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities </strong></p><ul><li>Sales / recruitment operations support including compliance, referencing, chasing timesheets, reporting and general admin duties</li><li>Respond to high volume of incoming calls for the UK switchboard - answer and respond to/route telephone enquiries as appropriate within in a quick timeframe</li><li>CV formatting to Robert Half templates when required</li><li>Action periodic Salesforce reports for the UK i.e. Credit Checks, Open Jobs, New registrations, Data integrity reports and data cleansing exercises on new contacts and companies etc.</li><li>Process data deletion requests & responses </li><li>Handling pre-registration process for the UK for all practice groups</li><li>Support Branch leadership where required e.g., attending branch meetings, preparation of PowerPoint slides and tech set up for meetings etc.</li><li>Support in coordinating internal and external meetings, webinars and events (on site and remotely) for branch/s following a pre-event / during event and post event process to ensure maximum return on investment and managing allocated budget</li><li>General Reception/Front of House management where required - meet & greet visitors, manage room booking system</li><li>Ordering office supplies and managing budgets i.e. stationery, water / coffee, meeting supplies, etc. * Adhere to and manage all Health & Safety requirements </li><li>Support with organisation and implementation of projects (i.e., Appreciation Days, Charity initiatives, marketing days, community days</li><li>Organisation of employee-related events (anniversaries / recognition events / birthdays / etc.)</li><li>Establish strong working relationship with Corporate department team to cultivate a collaborative environment in a cohabited location Client and candidate event coordination</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Experience needed</strong></p><ul><li>Experienced administrative professional from within a fast paced environment. </li><li>Available immediately and be able to fully commit to the length of assignment. </li><li>Experience within recruitment or sales administration would be advantageous. </li><li>Must possess an eye for detail, have good system skills (MS packages) and have excellent communication skills.</li></ul><p>This is a great opportunity for an energetic administrative professional to support our day to day operations and to play a key role in driving the culture and image of the office.</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/QW50aG9ueS5DbGFyay40NTM3OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2 data-start="236" data-end="282">Customer Service Administrator</h2><p data-end="335" data-start="283"><strong data-start="283" data-end="335">Full-time | Permanent | Edinburgh (Office-based)</strong></p><p data-end="677" data-start="337">An established, long-standing business based in Edinburgh is seeking a Customer Service & Administration Officer to join their close-knit team. This is a permanent, office-based role offering variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to become a key part of day-to-day operations within a supportive and friendly working environment.</p><p data-start="679" data-end="817">The organisation is family-run, with a high staff retention rate and a relaxed, collaborative culture where everyone supports one another.</p><h3 data-start="824" data-end="838">The Role</h3><p data-start="839" data-end="1063">This is a hands-on role supporting the smooth running of the office and wider operations. You will be involved in customer service, administration, order coordination, and liaising with internal teams and external suppliers.</p><p data-end="1200" data-start="1065">This position is ideally full-time (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm)</p><h3 data-end="1233" data-start="1207">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1976" data-start="1235"><li data-start="1235" data-end="1298"><p data-start="1237" data-end="1298">Providing high-quality customer service via phone and email</p></li><li data-start="1299" data-end="1372"><p data-end="1372" data-start="1301">Handling day-to-day administrative tasks to support office operations</p></li><li data-start="1373" data-end="1433"><p data-start="1375" data-end="1433">Processing payments and carrying out basic banking tasks</p></li><li data-end="1488" data-start="1434"><p data-end="1488" data-start="1436">Managing stock orders, invoicing, and stock checks</p></li><li data-end="1564" data-start="1489"><p data-start="1491" data-end="1564">Coordinating orders from placement through to delivery and installation</p></li><li data-start="1565" data-end="1640"><p data-start="1567" data-end="1640">Liaising with internal teams, warehouse staff, and external contractors</p></li><li data-end="1700" data-start="1641"><p data-start="1643" data-end="1700">Managing timelines for orders, deliveries, and fittings</p></li><li data-start="1701" data-end="1776"><p data-start="1703" data-end="1776">Communicating with customers regarding scheduling, queries, and updates</p></li><li data-end="1837" data-start="1777"><p data-end="1837" data-start="1779">Supporting logistics and resolving any issues that arise</p></li><li data-end="1898" data-start="1838"><p data-end="1898" data-start="1840">Maintaining accurate records using an Excel-based system</p></li><li data-start="1899" data-end="1976"><p data-start="1901" data-end="1976">Covering supervisory duties during periods of annual leave where required</p></li></ul><p data-end="2106" data-start="1978">The role can be time-sensitive and requires someone comfortable juggling multiple priorities while remaining calm and organised.</p><h3 data-start="2113" data-end="2147">Skills & Experience Required</h3><p data-start="2149" data-end="2163"><strong data-end="2163" data-start="2149">Essential:</strong></p><ul data-start="2164" data-end="2424"><li data-end="2212" data-start="2164"><p data-end="2212" data-start="2166">Strong customer service and telephone manner</p></li><li data-start="2213" data-end="2267"><p data-start="2215" data-end="2267">Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills</p></li><li data-start="2268" data-end="2336"><p data-start="2270" data-end="2336">Confidence dealing with customers, suppliers, and internal teams</p></li><li data-end="2371" data-start="2337"><p data-start="2339" data-end="2371">Proficiency in Microsoft Excel</p></li><li data-end="2424" data-start="2372"><p data-end="2424" data-start="2374">Self-motivated with a proactive, can-do attitude</p></li></ul><p data-end="2440" data-start="2426"><strong data-start="2426" data-end="2440">Desirable:</strong></p><ul data-end="2649" data-start="2441"><li data-end="2523" data-start="2441"><p data-end="2523" data-start="2443">Previous experience in an administrative, customer service, or operations role</p></li><li data-end="2584" data-start="2524"><p data-start="2526" data-end="2584">Experience coordinating orders, logistics, or scheduling</p></li><li data-end="2649" data-start="2585"><p data-end="2649" data-start="2587">Willingness to learn and build product or industry knowledge</p></li></ul><p data-start="2651" data-end="2719">Candidates who are qualified by experience (QBE) will be considered.</p><h3 data-start="2726" data-end="2747">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-start="2749" data-end="3119"><li data-start="2749" data-end="2782"><p data-end="2782" data-start="2751">Permanent, full-time position</p></li><li data-start="2783" data-end="2817"><p data-end="2817" data-start="2785">Salary dependent on experience</p></li><li data-end="2942" data-start="2818"><p data-start="2820" data-end="2862">28 days' holiday including bank holidays</p></li><li data-start="2818" data-end="2942"><p data-start="2820" data-end="2862">Statutory pension contributions</p></li><li data-start="2979" data-end="3003"><p data-start="2981" data-end="3003">Free on-site parking</p></li><li data-start="3004" data-end="3053"><p data-start="3006" data-end="3053">6-month probation period based on performance</p></li><li data-start="3054" data-end="3119"><p data-end="3119" data-start="3056">Friendly, relaxed working environment with long-serving staff</p></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/SGFtaXNoLkNoYXBwbGUuMTAxNjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Management Accountant | Leading Facilities Management & Workplace Solutions Group | Central London (Hybrid Working- 3 Days in office) | £55,000 | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are working with a market-leading facilities management and workplace solutions provider, operating at scale across multiple industries and supporting some of the world's most recognisable brands. The organisation delivers a wide range of integrated services across large and complex client sites within a dynamic, multi-service operating environment.</p><p> </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a high-performing finance team, supporting a broad and complex portfolio of contracts.</p><p> </p><p>This role offers genuine variety, with exposure to senior finance stakeholders and operational teams, and the chance to make a tangible impact by delivering accurate, insightful reporting, improving financial visibility across contracts, and driving process improvements. It's well suited to a Management Accountant looking to step into a role where you can take full ownership of the management accounts process and collaborate closely with Finance Business Partners.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Take ownership of monthly management accounts for a portfolio of operational contracts, delivering accurate, timely reporting with clear financial analysis.</li><li>Manage the full end-to-end accounting process, including revenue recognition, cost accruals, and preparation of journals.</li><li>Lead the month-end close process, ensuring completeness and accuracy across all key financial areas.</li><li>Oversee contract accounting, ensuring revenue, costs, and profitability are accurately captured and reported.</li><li>Review and analyse payroll costs and subcontractor spend, ensuring alignment with contract budgets and operational activity.</li><li>Maintain the balance sheet, including ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and review of key working capital positions.</li><li>Manage fixed asset accounting, ensuring accurate capitalisation and reconciliation processes.</li><li>Work closely with Finance Business Partners and operational stakeholders to provide financial insight and support decision-making.</li><li>Review open purchase orders and support effective cost management across contracts.</li><li>Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and readiness.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting efficiency, and data accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with a wide network of stakeholders across finance, operations, and leadership.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>About You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>ACCA, or CIMA part or fully qualified.</li><li>Proven management accounting experience within large, high-volume and fast-paced organisations, ideally within contract-led or service-focused businesses.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Confident communicator who can engage effectively with finance and non-finance teams.</li><li>Proactive, organised, and comfortable working to tight deadlines.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£55,000 base salary</li><li>Hybrid working- 3 days per week in the London office.</li><li>Private health insurance and a competitive benefits package.</li><li>Clear career development opportunities within a global market leader.</li><li>Exposure to high-value contracts, senior stakeholders, and finance transformation initiatives.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a Management Accountant seeking a broad, hands-on management accounting role in a complex, global business. You'll play a key part in delivering the numbers and insight that underpin commercial performance, while gaining exposure to a diverse range of contracts, senior stakeholders, and finance transformation initiatives.</p><p> </p><p>You'll join a supportive, high-performing finance team that values collaboration, professional growth, and continuous improvement, giving you the platform to develop your skills and progress your career. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact and see the value your work brings to the wider organisation, this position offers both challenge and opportunity in equal measure.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNjk1MDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Qualified Accountant to join a global Energy & Infrastructure business as Senior Accountant, based in Central London. This is a high-impact, hybrid role offering exposure to front-office traders and senior leadership, combining technical accounting responsibilities with business partnering and commercial insight. The ideal candidate will bring a strong grounding in financial and management accounting, along with experience in IFRS 9, IFRS 15, and IFRS 16.</p><p> </p><p>The business trades power, gas, and environmental certificates, using a range of derivatives including forwards, futures, swaps, and options. The UK platform is fully integrated into a global trading business, providing a unique opportunity to combine technical accounting with commercial exposure.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p><br /> Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will play a pivotal role within the Finance team, acting as a bridge between finance and the front office. Your responsibilities will include:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Leading and supporting the budgeting process in collaboration with Traders, Business Developers, and senior stakeholders.</li><li>Translating commercial activity into appropriate accounting treatment, including applying IFRS 9, IFRS 15, IFRS 16, and other relevant standards for new contracts and trading transactions.</li><li>Producing monthly management accounts and high-quality reporting packs, including detailed variance analysis, KPIs, and commentary for the business.</li><li>Conducting profitability analysis, cost reviews, and supporting forecasting and financial planning processes.</li><li>Managing OPEX accounting, accrual approvals, and supporting audit and compliance activities.</li><li>Ensuring accurate booking of derivative transactions and maintaining adherence to accounting policies.</li><li>Designing and maintaining complex Excel-based reports to support operational and commercial decision-making.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Minimum of 7 years' experience in finance roles, within the energy industry, prior experience within the energy industry is essential.</li><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with strong technical knowledge of IFRS 9, IFRS 15, and IFRS 16.</li><li>Strong foundation in both financial and management accounting, with hands-on experience in month-end close, statutory reporting, and commercial analysis.</li><li>Ability to interpret complex contracts and apply accounting standards to derivatives, PPAs, or traded instruments.</li><li>Proven experience in business partnering, working closely with commercial teams and front-office stakeholders.</li><li>Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.</li><li>Confident communicator, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>What's On Offer</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Salary: £75,000</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Generous annual bonus</li><li>Pension: 12% employer contribution</li><li>28 days holiday per year plus bank holidays</li><li>Group Life Cover: 8x base salary</li><li>Private Medical Insurance: family coverage</li><li>Exposure to high-value trading, strategic decision-making, and complex financial analysis within a leading energy business</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p><br /> This is more than a traditional accounting position. You will combine technical accounting expertise with commercial insight, working closely with front-office traders to influence budgets, forecasts, and trading decisions. You will gain exposure to derivatives, power and gas markets, and high-level commercial operations while developing a clear career path within a growing energy trading platform.</p><p> </p><p>If you are looking for a Senior Accountant role that offers hands-on technical accounting, front-office exposure, and strategic visibility, this is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact within the energy sector.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNzg1ODQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Management Accountant (Permanent Role) | Environmental Services | West London & Buckinghamshire (Hybrid - 3 Days Office) | £58,000 + Bonus</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a global Environmental Services organisation to recruit a commercially focused Management Accountant. This is a hybrid role split across sites in West London and Buckinghamshire, with three days per week in the office (across both locations) and two days from home.</p><p> </p><p>This is a high-visibility business partnering role supporting operational leadership across key contracts. You'll work closely with Senior Operational Managers, providing meaningful financial insight to drive performance, efficiency and informed decision-making within a large, complex organisation.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Partner closely with Senior Operational Managers and the General Manager to provide financial insight and commercial support.<br /> * Lead the preparation of budgets and forecasts in collaboration with operational stakeholders.<br /> * Deliver monthly management accounts, including detailed variance analysis and performance commentary.<br /> * Analyse operational data and KPIs to identify trends, risks and opportunities.<br /> * Act as Finance Business Partner to the Senior Contract Manager, advising on performance improvement and cost control.<br /> * Oversee and report on capital expenditure, ensuring robust financial control.<br /> * Conduct post-investment reviews and long-term financial performance analysis.<br /> * Support continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting and controls.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA).<br /> * Proven experience in a Management Accountant or Finance Business Partner role within industry.<br /> * Strong experience working with non-finance stakeholders in operational environments.<br /> * Commercially minded, confident and able to influence senior stakeholders.<br /> * Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insight.<br /> * Candidates moving directly from practice without industry experience will not be considered.<br /> * Must be comfortable travelling weekly between West London and Buckinghamshire sites.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£58,000 base salary<br /> * Competitive performance-related bonus<br /> * Hybrid working (3 days in office across two sites, 2 days from home)<br /> * Clear progression opportunities within a large UK finance function<br /> * Exposure to a commercially dynamic operational environment</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why Join This Business</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised Environmental Services organisation operating at significant scale across the UK. The business delivers essential infrastructure and operational services that underpin environmental sustainability and long-term energy efficiency, placing it at the centre of critical national operations.</p><p> </p><p>With a well-established and sizeable UK finance function, the organisation offers genuine scope for progression, internal mobility and exposure to senior operational stakeholders. Finance plays a key role in driving commercial performance across contracts, meaning this is not a back-office reporting role but a visible, business-facing position with real influence.</p><p> </p><p>You'll be joining a stable, cash-generative and growing division within a global group, providing both security and long-term career development. For an ambitious Management Accountant looking to deepen their commercial exposure in a complex, operational environment, this role offers breadth, visibility and the opportunity to add measurable value.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNDM0MjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h2><strong>Regional Finance Manager - EMEA</strong></h2><p><strong>Fully Remote | 3‑Month Contract (Initial)</strong><br /> <strong>£400-£600+ per day (Inside IR35 / Umbrella flexibility)</strong></p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>We're supporting a global organisation operating across 30+ countries with the search for an experienced <strong>Regional Finance Manager</strong> to lead their EMEA finance operations. This role sits within a high‑performing, multinational environment that manages a significant multi‑million‑dollar budget and supports large‑scale operational services across multiple regions.</p><p>This opportunity is ideal for someone with <strong>global or EMEA finance leadership experience</strong>, strong FP&A expertise, and the ability to lead teams in a fast‑paced, high‑growth setting.</p><h2><strong>The Role</strong></h2><p>As the <strong>Regional Finance Manager, EMEA</strong>, you will lead a team of Financial Analysts and Billing Specialists responsible for budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and financial governance across the region. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring financial accuracy, building scalable processes, and partnering with cross‑functional teams to support both routine and project‑based initiatives.</p><p>You will also be a key contributor to strategic decision-making, leveraging complex financial and operational data to influence senior leadership and drive continuous improvement.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Lead and develop a regional finance team, including Analysts and Billing Specialists.</li><li>Manage the budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and financial reporting processes.</li><li>Drive the creation and delivery of annual budgets and quarterly cycles.</li><li>Oversee accurate and timely invoice processing, audits, and financial controls.</li><li>Analyse complex financial/operational data to support strategic decisions.</li><li>Develop dashboards, reporting tools, and documentation to strengthen financial governance.</li><li>Partner with global stakeholders to ensure alignment with cost models and SLAs.</li><li>Lead and support special projects across the EMEA region.</li><li>Maintain clear documentation for business continuity and process consistency.</li></ul><h2><strong>What You Need</strong></h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.</li><li><strong>5+ years of FP&A or similar finance experience</strong> within a complex, operational environment.</li><li><strong>3-5 years of people management experience.</strong></li><li>Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office-particularly advanced Excel skills.</li><li>High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to present to senior leaders.</li><li>Analytical thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multinational environment.</li></ul><h2><strong>Additional Requirements</strong></h2><ul><li>Ability to travel up to <strong>20%</strong>, including international travel (valid passport required).</li><li>Flexibility to work occasional evening/weekend hours during busy cycles (e.g., month‑end, budget builds).</li><li>Reliable means of communication and transport.</li><li>Legal right to work in the country of residence.</li><li>Fluency in English (written and verbal).</li></ul><br><p> </p><p> </p> <br><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> <br><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uOTk0MDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-end="155" data-start="111"><strong data-end="153" data-start="114">Inside Sales & Office Administrator</strong></h2><p data-end="262" data-start="156"><strong>Milton Keynes</strong> | 5 days in office | 8:30am - 5:30pm<br data-start="206" data-end="209" /> <strong>Salary</strong>: up to £32,500</p><p data-start="264" data-end="564"><strong data-start="264" data-end="276">The Role</strong></p><p data-start="264" data-end="564">We are exclusively partnered with a growing business based in Milton Keynes to recruit an Inside Sales & Office Administrator. This is a fully office-based role, ideal for someone who enjoys owning the sales cycle, building relationships, and supporting the wider commercial operation.</p><p data-start="566" data-end="746">The primary objective of this position is to drive revenue from the office, managing the end-to-end inside sales process while providing key administrative and operational support.</p><p data-end="899" data-start="748">You will work closely with the Sales Office & Logistics Team Leader, Field Sales, and Marketing teams to ensure a smooth and effective sales operation.</p><p data-end="925" data-start="901"><strong data-start="901" data-end="925">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p data-start="927" data-end="960"><strong data-start="927" data-end="960">Sales Office & Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Create and issue sales quotations, proposals, and contracts</li><li>Handle objections, pricing discussions, and negotiations to close deals</li><li>Process sales orders and liaise with logistics/operations for delivery</li><li>Maintain sales records and databases</li><li>Respond to sales enquiries and provide excellent customer service</li><li>Prepare sales reports as required</li><li>Provide general office support, including calls, emails, and correspondence</li></ul><p data-start="1406" data-end="1439"><strong data-end="1439" data-start="1406">Lead Generation & Prospecting</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct outbound cold calling and targeted email campaigns</li><li>Manage and qualify inbound leads and enquiries</li></ul><p data-start="1555" data-end="1581"><strong data-start="1555" data-end="1581">Sales Cycle Management</strong></p><ul><li>Qualify prospects based on needs, budget, authority, and timelines</li><li>Maintain a strong understanding of products, services, and competitors</li><li>Coordinate product demonstrations, presentations, and training with field sales</li></ul><p data-end="1841" data-start="1813"><strong data-start="1813" data-end="1841">Account & CRM Management</strong></p><ul><li>Build and maintain long-term customer relationships via phone and email</li><li>Accurately log activity, customer information, and pipeline updates in the CRM system</li><li>Manage follow-ups to progress opportunities through the sales funnel</li></ul><p data-end="2111" data-start="2082"><strong data-start="2082" data-end="2111">Collaboration & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Route qualified or complex opportunities to the Field Sales team</li><li>Work with Marketing on lead-nurturing campaigns</li><li>Provide regular reporting on calls, leads, and pipeline forecasts</li><li>Share market insights, customer feedback, and sales effectiveness with management</li></ul><p data-start="2390" data-end="2413"><strong data-start="2390" data-end="2413">Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Experience working in an inside sales office environment</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Resilient, positive, and target-driven approach</li><li>Strong organisational and time management skills</li><li>Confident using CRM systems such as HubSpot or Salesforce</li><li>Good understanding of sales processes, objection handling, and negotiation</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTY1OTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">