<p style="text-align: justify;">Robert Half are working in partnership with a private equity backed business based in Bristol to recruit a Risk Assurance Manager on a permanent basis. This is a newly created role that will join an ambitious business to ensure internal controls, risk framework and internal audit robustness.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">This is a unique opportunity to own the design and ongoing improvement of risk and internal controls across the business, whilst maintaining day to day areas of control testing, documentation and reporting within the audit cycle, you will also lead in the implementation and development of AI tools and drive process improvement through adoption of technology.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">The Risk Assurance Manager role will offer a highly competitive salary alongside company bonus and excellent benefits. The role is offered on a hybrid basis (1-2 days on site) with further potential flexibility for candidates coming from further afield.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">If you have a background in audit/assurance and are used to working in a fast-paced environment whilst driving change and process improvement within internal controls and risk, this highly visible and progressive role could be the one for you!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Key responsibilities include</strong></p><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Lead the end to end delivery of internal audit schedule through to final delivery of reporting</li><li>Working closely with stakeholders of all levels across the business to design and implement control testing</li><li>Manipulation and analysis of data to identify and mitigate risk trends</li><li>Develop and maintain the risk register</li><li>Maintain clear working documentation and reporting to support conclusions</li><li>Work closely with ELT/Board and operational leaders to highlight risk and control areas applicable. Educate and influence for tighter internal control opportunities</li><li> Lead on the development of risk assurance tools and software alongside AI and analytical platforms</li></ul><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>About your experience</strong></p><ul><li style="text-align: justify;">Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA), this role would suit a candidate trained through practice, but all prior experience considered</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Grounding in internal audit, risk management and internal controls</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Experience within a Private Equity backed business advantageous</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Prior experience implementing process improvement through AI and associated tools</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Intermediate to advanced excel skills including data manipulation and analysis with large, complex datasets</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/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci43NTkwOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><p>We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a busy purchase ledger function, ensuring efficient processing of supplier payments, strong financial controls, and exceptional stakeholder service. The successful candidate will drive process improvements, support operational efficiencies, and lead a high-performing team within a fast-paced environment.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead, develop, and manage the Accounts Payable team, ensuring high levels of performance, accuracy, and service delivery.</li><li>Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.</li><li>Manage regular supplier payment runs and maintain strong cash flow controls.</li><li>Ensure all purchasing and expenditure transactions comply with company policies, procedures, and financial controls.</li><li>Perform monthly ledger reconciliations and support the preparation of management accounts.</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Produce spend analysis and supplier reporting, providing meaningful commentary and recommendations to finance leadership.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements, cost-saving initiatives, and operational efficiencies across the finance function.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners.</li><li>Act as a key contact for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy of financial records.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial data and ensure robust controls are in place across the accounts payable function.</li><li>Support the ongoing development of finance systems and processes to enhance reporting and operational effectiveness.</li><li>Deliver a high standard of customer service, resolving queries efficiently and professionally.</li></ul><h3>Person Specification</h3><ul><li>Previous experience managing an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger team.</li><li>Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, controls, and reconciliations.</li><li>Experience working with ERP/finance systems and producing management information.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>Proven ability to drive process improvements and deliver operational efficiencies.</li><li>Strong attention to detail with a proactive and problem-solving approach.</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.</li></ul><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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4yMzQ5Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Part-Time Charity Finance Manager</strong><br /><strong>Location:</strong> Just outside Ilkley<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000 - £55,000 FTE<br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> 3 days per week<br /><strong>Hybrid working:</strong> Available following initial settling-in period</p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be supporting a well-regarded charity in the search for a Part-Time Finance Manager to join their team based just outside of Ilkley.</p><p>Reporting to the Operations Director, this is a broad and rewarding role with responsibility for overseeing all finance activities across the charity. You will play a key role in ensuring the organisation remains financially strong, compliant with relevant legislation, and well-positioned to support its ongoing mission.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a hands-on role, partnering with senior stakeholders, and making a meaningful impact within a values-driven organisation.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul><li>Managing the day-to-day finance function for the charity</li><li>Preparing timely and accurate financial reports for senior leadership</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management</li><li>Producing management accounts and financial analysis</li><li>Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and charity legislation</li><li>Supporting audit processes and year-end reporting</li><li>Overseeing financial controls and identifying areas for process improvement</li><li>Providing financial insight to support strategic and operational decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><ul><li>Ideally fully qualified, although strong QBE candidates will also be considered</li><li>Previous experience in a broad finance role, ideally with ownership of the full finance function</li><li>Strong technical finance skills and a sound understanding of financial controls and compliance</li><li>Able to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Organised, proactive and comfortable working independently</li></ul><p>In return, the organisation can offer a flexible 3-day-per-week position, the opportunity to work for a highly worthwhile cause, and hybrid working once you are established in the role.</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci4yMzIyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Assistant Financial Accountant</h1><p><strong>Leicester City Centre | Hybrid working - 2 days a week in the office | Up to £40,000</strong></p><p><strong>Ready for a role that will genuinely move your finance career forward?</strong></p><p>If you're actively studying towards your ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification and want more than just another month-end role, this could be exactly the opportunity you've been waiting for.</p><p>Robert Half is partnering with an established, high-performing business to recruit an Assistant Financial Accountant into its finance team.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your technical accounting experience, get closer to financial reporting at group level and build the skills that will set you up for your next career move.</p><p>You'll gain exposure across statutory reporting, group submissions, financial controls and tax, working alongside an experienced reporting team where the quality of your work really matters.</p><h3>What makes this opportunity stand out?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Real technical development:</strong> Get involved in the preparation of statutory accounts, financial statements and supporting schedules.</p></li><li><p><strong>Group-level exposure:</strong> Contribute to periodic group reporting and consolidation submissions, developing your understanding of how financial information comes together.</p></li><li><p><strong>Broader accounting experience:</strong> Gain exposure to tax returns, reconciliations and external regulatory reporting.</p></li><li><p><strong>Ownership and responsibility:</strong> Take responsibility for reconciliations, reporting checks and financial control evidence, ensuring accuracy and integrity across the numbers.</p></li><li><p><strong>Make things better:</strong> Work with financial systems and data, identifying opportunities to improve reporting processes and reduce manual work.</p></li><li><p><strong>Flexibility:</strong> Enjoy hybrid working, with just two days a week in the Leicester City Centre office.</p></li></ul><h3>What will you be doing?</h3><p>You'll play an important role in the financial reporting process, supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and ensuring financial information is accurate, complete and ready for review.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Preparing statutory accounts schedules, disclosures and supporting financial analysis.</p></li><li><p>Supporting group reporting and consolidation submissions, investigating and resolving discrepancies.</p></li><li><p>Preparing external statistical and regulatory returns to strict deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Completing balance sheet reconciliations, financial controls and supporting documentation.</p></li><li><p>Supporting tax return preparation and associated reconciliations.</p></li><li><p>Extracting and analysing financial data, helping to improve reporting processes and systems.</p></li></ul><h3>What are we looking for?</h3><p>We're looking for someone with a solid grounding in financial accounting who is keen to develop their technical expertise.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Experience in a financial accounting, assistant accountant or similar role.</p></li><li><p>Be actively studying towards ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with a genuine commitment to completing your qualification.</p></li><li><p>Good understanding of financial accounting principles and reconciliations.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.</p></li><li><p>A methodical approach, strong attention to detail and the confidence to investigate discrepancies.</p></li><li><p>The ambition to take on more responsibility and develop within a technically focused finance role.</p></li></ul><h3>The details</h3><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £40,000 depending on experience<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Leicester City Centre<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Full-time, hybrid working with 2 days a week in the office<br /><strong>Qualification:</strong> Actively studying ACA, ACCA or CIMA</p><h3>Interested?</h3><p>If you're looking for a role that will broaden your technical accounting experience, give you exposure beyond the ledger and support your progression towards qualification, I'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential conversation.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uNTIyNjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 3 []">We are seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead a small technical team and oversee IT infrastructure, systems and support services across a multi-site organisation. This is a permanent role paying up to £63,500 plus company car, with hybrid working after successful completion of probation.</p><p>This is a hands-on leadership role, combining day-to-day operational responsibility with project delivery, team development and continuous improvement. You will work closely with business systems colleagues to ensure technology supports business performance, security and efficiency.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Lead, mentor and develop the internal IT team, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Oversee IT support, service desk operations and service level agreements.</p></li><li><p>Manage IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, applications, devices and communications.</p></li><li><p>Plan and deliver IT projects, managing resources, budgets, suppliers and timescales.</p></li><li><p>Support IT strategy, technology improvements and business transformation initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Maintain cyber security, data protection, system updates and IT governance.</p></li><li><p>Develop and test business continuity and disaster recovery arrangements.</p></li><li><p>Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting when required</p></li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, Active Directory, SharePoint Online and SQL Server.</p></li><li><p>Good understanding of networking, storage, virtualisation and remote desktop technologies.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of cyber security, GDPR and IT governance.</p></li><li><p>Proven IT project management and service delivery experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong leadership, communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p>A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on ownership and continuous improvement.</p></li></ul><p><strong>On Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £63,500</li><li>Company car</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days a week in Melksham</li><li>Competitive benefits</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/Um94eS5MYXcuMzU2MTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a large, established UK business to recruit for a <strong>Senior Finance Manager - Technical Accounting</strong>.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Just outside Manchester City Centre<br /> <strong>Working pattern:</strong> 3 days on-site<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £90,000-£100,000 + strong bonus and pension scheme</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is a senior finance leadership opportunity within a complex, multi-site organisation. You will oversee technical accounting, financial reporting and balance sheet governance, ensuring high standards of financial control and compliance. You will also lead a sizeable team, provide expert guidance on complex accounting matters and drive improvements in reporting processes, systems and efficiency.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop a team of qualified and part-qualified accountants, setting clear objectives and promoting accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>Oversee the application of IFRS across the business, providing guidance on complex accounting treatments and financial reporting matters.</li><li>Maintain strong balance sheet controls, reporting accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards and policies.</li><li>Provide technical oversight of lease accounting, property-related transactions, asset valuations, impairments and associated provisions.</li><li>Lead complex accounting assessments, including impairment reviews and discounted cash flow (DCF) modelling.</li><li>Ensure robust accounting treatment and reporting under IFRS 16, supporting consistent application across the organisation.</li><li>Work closely with senior finance and business stakeholders to resolve technical issues and support informed decision-making.</li><li>Coordinate audit requirements and ensure accounting judgements are appropriately documented and supported by evidence.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experience.</li><li>Strong technical accounting expertise, including practical application of IFRS within a large, complex business or listed company.</li><li><strong>In-depth IFRS 16 and lease accounting experience.</strong></li><li>Proven experience managing and developing a team of <strong>10 or more employees</strong>.</li><li>Strong knowledge of balance sheet governance, financial reporting and audit requirements.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate complex accounting issues clearly and influence senior decision-makers.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguODU1NjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to join a market leading Professional Services company going through an exciting period of growth based in Avonmouth. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£35,000 - £40,000 plus study support package for CIMA/ACCA and wider benefits</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with journal postings (accruals, prepayments, adjustments)</li><li>Help prepare monthly management accounts and financial statements</li><li>Gather data, prepare schedules, and assist with financial forecasts and annual budgets</li><li>Analyse variances and provide initial commentary for review</li><li>Produce reports and KPIs for management review</li><li>Analyse costs, margins, and performance trends to support decision-making</li><li>Perform reconciliations of key accounts (bank, control accounts, intercompany, etc)</li><li>Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information</li><li>Support improvements in financial processes, systems, and internal controls</li><li>Assist the wider finance team with ad hoc tasks, audits, and project-based work</li><li>Support Sales & Purchase Ledger</li><li>Support with expenses & credit cards</li><li>Assist with Annual Audit</li><li>Assist in Treasury Management</li><li>Business Partner with Contract Managers & Regional Managers</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum AAT qualified aspiring to complete CIMA/ACCA</li><li>Currently working in a role with month end responsibility</li><li>IT literate with the ability to use a range of different systems and be an Intermediate to Advanced user of Excel</li><li>Ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial colleagues and managers whilst being a proactive and self-motivated member of the finance team</li><li>Clear and precise communication skills</li><li>Excellent organisational skills</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£35,000 - £40,000 plus study support package for CIMA/ACCA and wider benefits</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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi43OTAyNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Cardiff | Distribution | Career Development | Commercial Finance</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Build your career. Influence decisions. Make an impact.</strong></p><p>Are you a driven finance professional ready to take the next step in your career?</p><p>We're looking for an ambitious <strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong> to join a growing distribution business in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants more than a traditional finance role, a chance to develop their technical expertise, gain genuine commercial exposure and play a key part in supporting business performance.</p><p>Working closely with the wider finance team and operational stakeholders, you'll help turn financial data into meaningful insight, support effective decision-making and contribute to the continued success of the business.</p><p>If you're part-qualified, actively studying towards a recognised accounting qualification, or looking to build on your existing finance experience, this role offers the opportunity to broaden your skills, take ownership and progress your career in a dynamic, commercially focused environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The opportunity:</strong></p><p>You'll be at the heart of the finance function, supporting accurate reporting, strong financial controls and a clear understanding of business performance across the distribution operation.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Your responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Management accounts:</strong> Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy, consistency and timely delivery.</li><li><strong>Month-end reporting:</strong> Assisting with month-end processes, journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li><strong>Budgeting and forecasting:</strong> Contributing to budgets, forecasts and financial planning to help the business understand future performance.</li><li><strong>Variance analysis:</strong> Investigating actual performance against budget and forecast, identifying trends and highlighting opportunities for improvement.</li><li><strong>Commercial insight:</strong> Working with operational colleagues to understand cost drivers, margins, profitability and key business performance indicators.</li><li><strong>Stock and inventory:</strong> Supporting stock reconciliations, inventory reporting and the financial control of a distribution environment.</li><li><strong>Financial controls:</strong> Helping maintain robust processes, improve reporting accuracy and ensure compliance with internal procedures.</li><li><strong>Continuous improvement:</strong> Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve financial information and make better use of systems and data.</li><li><strong>Business partnering:</strong> Building effective relationships across finance and operations, communicating financial information clearly and constructively.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What we're looking for:</strong></p><p>We're interested in people with the right blend of technical capability, commercial curiosity and ambition.</p><p> </p><p><strong>You'll ideally bring:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in a finance, assistant accountant or management accounts role.</li><li>Progress towards AAT, ACCA, CIMA or another relevant accounting qualification, or a strong desire to develop professionally.</li><li>A sound understanding of core accounting principles and month-end processes.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, with the ability to investigate variances and spot inconsistencies.</li><li>Good Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management.</li><li>A proactive approach, a willingness to learn and the confidence to ask questions.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with non-finance colleagues.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Experience in distribution, wholesale, logistics, stock-intensive or other operationally focused businesses would be advantageous, but we're equally interested in candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills and a genuine appetite to learn.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p>This is an opportunity to build a strong foundation for a successful career in management accounting while gaining exposure to the commercial realities of a distribution business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>You'll have the opportunity to:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Develop your expertise</strong> across management accounts, reporting, forecasting and financial analysis.</li><li><strong>Understand the bigger picture</strong> by seeing how financial performance connects to operational decisions and business results.</li><li><strong>Build commercial confidence</strong> through collaboration with colleagues beyond the finance team.</li><li><strong>Take ownership</strong> of meaningful responsibilities and contribute ideas that improve the way finance operates.</li><li><strong>Progress your career</strong> by strengthening the technical and commercial skills needed for future opportunities in management accounting.</li></ul><p> </p><p>We want someone who is keen to learn, motivated to make a difference and excited by the prospect of growing with the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The details:</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cardiff<br /> <strong>Role:</strong> Assistant Management Accountant<br /> <strong>Sector:</strong> Distribution<br /> <strong>Qualification:</strong> AAT, ACCA or CIMA study support, where available<br /> <strong>Salary and benefits:</strong> Competitive, dependent on experience, with the opportunity to discuss the full package during the recruitment process.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Ready to take the next step?</strong></p><p>If you're looking for a role where you can develop your accounting skills, expand your commercial understanding and make a meaningful contribution to business performance, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Apply today and take the next step towards becoming a confident, commercially minded management accountant.</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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS45NDg2OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially focused FP&A Manager to join a growing, multi-site organisation based in High Wycombe - a high-impact senior finance role with direct CFO exposure</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a highly visible role and an opportunity to become a key member of the senior finance team. You will act as a right-hand person to the CFO, providing the analysis, insight and commercial challenge required to support business performance and future growth.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is much more than a traditional FP&A position. You will have genuine ownership of the Group's planning, forecasting and performance agenda, while working closely with senior operational leaders and functional heads across the business.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The organisation is going through an exciting period of growth and transformation, making this an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who wants to broaden their commercial exposure and play a meaningful role in shaping a growing business.</p><h3>The opportunity</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will be responsible for leading the Group's FP&A activity, while working closely with the CFO on both day-to-day performance and longer-term strategic priorities.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading the annual budgeting process and five-year business plan.</li><li>Acting as a key finance partner to the CFO and senior leadership team.</li><li>Producing weekly and monthly KPI reporting for senior management and external stakeholders.</li><li>Providing clear analysis of performance against budget, forecast and prior year.</li><li>Partnering with operational leaders and budget holders to understand performance, identify opportunities and drive accountability.</li><li>Analysing key commercial and operational drivers, including revenue, occupancy and staffing costs.</li><li>Developing financial models, scenario analysis and sensitivity analysis to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Preparing high-quality materials for Board and investor-level meetings.</li><li>Improving FP&A reporting, systems, processes and data quality, with a focus on automation and reducing manual reporting.</li><li>Supporting the CFO with strategic projects, commercial analysis and other priority initiatives.</li><li>Managing, coaching and developing a Finance Analyst.</li></ul><h3>About you</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for a commercially minded qualified accountant who combines strong technical and analytical capability with the confidence to operate at senior stakeholder level.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You may be ACA, ACCA, CIMA or hold an equivalent recognised accounting qualification. More important than the qualification itself is your ability to understand the wider business, challenge constructively and turn financial information into meaningful commercial insight.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Ideally, you will have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Experience in FP&A, commercial finance or a closely related role within a multi-site organisation.</li><li>Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with excellent Excel capability.</li><li>Experience owning or playing a significant role in budgeting, forecasting and business planning.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand the drivers behind business performance.</li><li>Experience partnering with senior operational stakeholders and providing constructive challenge.</li><li>Excellent communication and business writing skills.</li><li>The confidence and gravitas to work closely with a CFO and senior leadership team.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.</li><li>The ambition to take on increasing responsibility as the business continues to grow.</li></ul><h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>£85,000 salary + bonus</li><li>Direct reporting line to the CFO.</li><li>A genuine right-hand role to the CFO with significant influence across the business.</li><li>Regular exposure to senior leadership, Board and investor-level stakeholders.</li><li>Ownership of the Group's FP&A, budgeting and five-year planning agenda.</li><li>Management responsibility for a Finance Analyst.</li><li>The opportunity to influence commercial and operational decision-making.</li><li>A business undergoing significant growth and transformation.</li><li>Genuine scope to develop into a broader senior finance leadership position.</li></ul><h3>Interested?</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">If you're an ambitious qualified accountant looking for a role where you can step beyond traditional FP&A and become a true commercial partner to the CFO, this is an opportunity worth exploring.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You'll have the visibility, responsibility and senior stakeholder exposure to make a real impact, alongside the opportunity to develop with a growing organisation.</p><p>If this sounds like the kind of role you're looking for, please apply with your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMTM5MDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Payroll & Benefits Specialist - 3-Month Contract</h1>Immediate Start<br>Hybrid Working / Heathrow <br><p>I am currently recruiting for an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join a well-established organisation on an initial 3-month contract.</p><p>This is a full-time opportunity, offering hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office and 2 days working from home.</p><p>The Role</p><p>The successful candidate will take responsibility for payroll and benefits administration across multiple entities, covering the UK and Ireland. Working closely with HR, Finance and external providers, you will ensure payrolls are processed accurately and on time, while supporting the effective administration of employee benefits.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li><p>Manage end-to-end payroll processes across multiple UK and Ireland entities.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Liaise with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders to coordinate monthly payrolls.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Prepare, validate and reconcile payroll data, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Manage payroll changes, statutory submissions and year-end payroll activities.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Oversee pension administration, auto-enrolment and regulatory requirements.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Administer a range of employee benefits, including private medical insurance, salary sacrifice car schemes and cycle to work schemes.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Manage relationships with external benefits providers, pension advisers and brokers.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Act as the main point of contact for payroll and benefits queries, providing guidance to employees and managers.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Support payroll and benefits audits, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.</p><br><br></li></ul><p>About You:</p><ul><li><p>Significant experience managing payroll within a multi-entity environment.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of UK and Irish payroll processes and legislation.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Previous experience administering a broad range of employee benefits.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Experience working with external payroll providers and benefits vendors.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Good understanding of pensions and auto-enrolment.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Advanced Excel skills and strong systems experience.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Experience using ADP platforms, particularly iHCM, is essential.</p><br><br></li><li><p>CIPP qualification or similar would be advantageous.</p><br><br></li></ul><p>Contract Details:</p><ul><li><p>Initial 3-month contract.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Full-time position.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home. Based in Heathrow </p><br><br></li><li><p>£20-£25 per hour + holiday pay.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Immediate start available.</p><br><br></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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMzIzNzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Robert Half are supporting a leading global technology organisation within the entertainment and media industry in the appointment of an experienced Systems Administrator to join their IT function.</p><p>This role will play a key part in maintaining, securing and improving the organisation's global IT infrastructure, with a focus on cloud platforms, identity management, networking and automation. You will work closely with international IT teams to ensure systems remain secure, reliable and scalable, while driving operational improvements across a complex technology environment.</p><h3 data-pm-slice="1 3 []">Role</h3><ul><li>The Systems Administrator will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, security and continuous improvement of the company's global IT infrastructure and core systems.</li><li>Ensure the reliability, availability and performance of cloud platforms, identity services, networking and enterprise applications.</li><li>Provide advanced technical support and act as an escalation point for complex infrastructure and systems issues.</li><li>Work closely with global IT teams, Desktop Engineering and Information Security to maintain a secure, scalable and efficient IT environment.</li><li>Drive automation, standardisation and operational improvements across the organisation.</li></ul><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>The Systems Administrator will administer and support Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, Google Workspace and other enterprise SaaS platforms.</li><li>Manage identity and access management, including SSO, MFA, conditional access, user provisioning and access permissions.</li><li>Maintain Windows Server, Linux and cloud infrastructure environments where applicable.</li><li>Support core networking services, including DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls, Wi-Fi and network connectivity.</li><li>Monitor infrastructure performance, availability, security and capacity.</li><li>Manage system patching, vulnerability remediation, backups and disaster recovery processes.</li><li>Develop PowerShell, Bash and Python scripts to automate administration, reporting and operational workflows.</li><li>Manage integrations between enterprise applications using APIs, SAML, OAuth and SCIM.</li><li>Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 support, troubleshooting complex infrastructure, authentication and application issues.</li><li>Implement system hardening, security controls and compliance requirements in collaboration with Information Security.</li><li>Support automated employee onboarding, offboarding and access management processes.</li><li>Lead and participate in infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, system deployments and global IT projects.</li><li>Maintain technical documentation, system configurations, operational procedures and infrastructure diagrams.</li><li>Work with international IT teams and third-party vendors to resolve incidents and implement global standards.</li><li>Identify recurring technical issues, perform root-cause analysis and implement long-term solutions.</li></ul><h3>Company</h3><ul><li>Global organisation with employees and IT operations across multiple international locations.</li><li>Predominantly macOS-based environment, supported by Windows and cloud-first technologies.</li><li>Collaborative IT function working across Desktop Engineering, Systems Administration and Information Security.</li><li>Strong focus on security, automation, standardisation and operational excellence.</li><li>Opportunity to contribute to global infrastructure improvements, technology initiatives and the ongoing development of the company's IT environment.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjE3OTk3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a PE-backed, acquisitive services group to recruit an Interim Treasury specialist to support through a period of transformation & growth.</p><ul><li><strong>Duration:</strong> 9-12 months</li><li><strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate</li><li><strong>Rate:</strong> £80,000-90,000 per annum (Daily rate potentially an option)</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Central Bristol (Hybrid Working - 2 days on site, 3 remote)</li></ul><p>Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will take responsibility for a blend of project and BAU focused work:</p><ul><li>Complete and embed the group cash pooling arrangement</li><li>Deliver overnight cash deposits to make better use of surplus cash</li><li>Maximise use of the group's banking facilities across entities and territories</li><li>Integrate newly acquired businesses into treasury processes and banking structures</li><li>Manage the complexity of operating across multiple currencies, including Nordic and Spanish operations</li><li>Automate manual processes, reducing entries between banking portals and the finance system</li><li>Scope, recommend and potentially implement a TMS</li><li>Produce monthly cash reporting for the board, CFO, lenders and PE stakeholders</li><li>Manage working capital and lender reporting</li><li>Monitor and report treasury and cash KPIs, including collection variances</li><li>Analyse cash positions and identify how funds can be deployed more effectively</li><li>Handle day-to-day treasury queries on cash movements and banking arrangements</li><li>Review heavily manual reporting processes and drive automation</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years' solid treasury experience, with strong cash management and liquidity reporting</li><li>Track record delivering treasury projects - cash pooling, automation or system implementation</li><li>Experience in a complex, international, multi-currency group</li><li>Strong systems and automation mindset, with advanced Excel</li><li>Able to take a project with limited guidance, set out options and make recommendations</li><li>Hands-on - happy to get into the detail while keeping BAU running</li><li>Strong communicator who builds relationships with senior stakeholders and manages an offshore team</li><li>Flexible and comfortable with change; able to prioritise and know when to ask for support.</li></ul><p>For more information or to apply, please contact Robert Half Bristol on 01179 935400 or apply directly through this advert.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjE4NTY0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>A GREAT TEAM. A BRILLIANT FINANCIAL CONTROLLER. A ROLE WHERE YOU CAN REALLY MAKE YOUR MARK.</strong></p><p><strong>Assistant Accountant | Tipton | Manufacturing</strong></p><p>If you're an all-rounder who loves getting stuck into the detail, this could be exactly the opportunity you've been waiting for.</p><p>I'm working with a well-established, large manufacturing business in Tipton to find an Assistant Accountant to join its friendly, close-knit finance team.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside an exceptional Financial Controller, someone Robert Half knows extremely well, having successfully placed them into the business. You'll be in safe hands, supported by someone who genuinely knows their stuff and will give you the opportunity to develop your accounting skills.</p><p><strong>What will you be doing?</strong></p><p>This is a proper, hands-on accounting role. We're looking for someone who enjoys the variety of a full accounts position and is happy rolling up their sleeves and getting involved in everything from:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Purchase ledger and supplier reconciliations</p></li><li><p>Sales ledger and credit control support</p></li><li><p>Bank reconciliations</p></li><li><p>Journals and month-end support</p></li><li><p>Accruals and prepayments</p></li><li><p>VAT returns</p></li><li><p>Maintaining accurate financial records and understanding the importance of good double-entry bookkeeping</p></li></ul><p><strong>What makes this opportunity different?</strong></p><p>It's a lovely business to work for. Modern offices, a genuinely welcoming team, a brilliant Financial Controller and a flexible approach to working arrangements.</p><p>The role is office-based five days a week in Tipton, and whilst being present in the business is important, there's a sensible degree of flexibility and a real appreciation that people have lives outside work.</p><p><strong>Who are we looking for?</strong></p><p>Someone with solid, practical accounting experience who understands double entry, knows their way around the purchase ledger and is confident getting stuck into the day-to-day running of a finance function.</p><p>You don't need to be a qualified accountant. What matters is your accounting knowledge, attention to detail and willingness to get involved.</p><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>If you're looking for a genuinely good business, a supportive manager and an all-round accounting role where you'll be valued, I'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Contact Emma Llewellyn at Robert Half to find out more.</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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uNDc3MDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Contract IT Support Technician</h1><p>📍 <strong>Location:</strong> Bradford<br />💰 <strong>Rate:</strong> Competitive daily rate<br />🕒 <strong>Hours:</strong> 37 hours per week<br />📅 <strong>Contract:</strong> Initial 2-month contract, with potential for extension</p><p>We are currently supporting a well-established organisation in Bradford who are looking to recruit an experienced <strong>IT Support Technician</strong> to join their team on an initial 2-month contract.</p><p>This is a hands-on, user-facing role where you will provide day-to-day 1st line IT support, acting as the first point of contact for technical queries and ensuring staff receive an efficient and reliable IT service.</p><p>You will be responsible for supporting Microsoft 365, Windows laptops, mobile devices and user account administration, alongside assisting with onboarding, offboarding, IT asset management and general IT security processes.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Provide 1st line IT support to staff via telephone, email and the IT service desk.</p></li><li><p>Troubleshoot and resolve issues relating to Microsoft 365, Outlook, Windows, printers and mobile devices.</p></li><li><p>Administer user accounts, licences, passwords and MFA within Microsoft 365.</p></li><li><p>Support employee onboarding and offboarding processes, including account and equipment setup.</p></li><li><p>Maintain accurate IT asset registers and device inventories.</p></li><li><p>Assist with Microsoft Intune device management and mobile phone administration.</p></li><li><p>Liaise with third-party suppliers, escalating technical issues and monitoring progress through to resolution.</p></li><li><p>Support IT security procedures, including remote device locking and wiping where required.</p></li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>We are looking for someone with previous experience in an IT Support, Service Desk or IT Administrator position, ideally within a Microsoft-based environment.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Strong Microsoft 365 administration experience.</p></li><li><p>Experience supporting Windows laptops and Android devices.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of user account, licence and password administration.</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with Microsoft Intune, Entra ID or similar device management platforms.</p></li><li><p>Experience using IT service desk or ticketing systems.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and customer service skills, with a proactive approach to resolving technical issues.</p></li><li><p>The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a busy IT environment.</p></li></ul><h3>Essential Requirement</h3><p><strong>Candidates MUST hold a current, valid DBS certificate to be considered for this position.</strong></p><p>If you are an experienced IT Support Technician available for an immediate contract opportunity in Bradford, we would be keen to hear from you.</p><p>Please apply with your latest CV for further information.</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/c2FtLmJvc2NvbGV5Ljc4NTM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h1>Trainee Management Accountant</h1><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Location:</strong> Milton Keynes, <br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Hybrid<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive, dependent on experience<br /><strong>Benefits:</strong> Study support and career development</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Management Accountant to join an established finance team in Milton Keynes. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous finance experience who is looking to develop their technical accounting skills, gain exposure to management accounting and progress with professional studies.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, assisting with financial reporting, reconciliations, journals, cash flow reporting and general accounting activities.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, a convenient location close to a train station and support towards further professional qualifications. Excel skills are really imporatnt in this role.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Support the Financial Controller with the preparation of accounts and the day-to-day running of the finance department.</li><li>Prepare and submit weekly sales reports.</li><li>Assist with contract costing updates and work-in-progress (WIP) journals.</li><li>Maintain sales control accounts, including sales and machine cost of sales.</li><li>Update order reconciliations and prepare prepayment journals.</li><li>Prepare and upload APR reports and process general journals.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register and post depreciation.</li><li>Assist with cash flow preparation and bank liquidity reporting.</li><li>Reconcile customer deposits and purchase reserves.</li><li>Support the setup of new customers and process intercompany invoices.</li><li>Provide general finance administration support and assist with ad hoc assignments.</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues across the finance and wider administration teams, providing holiday and sickness cover when required.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Your Profile</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience working in a finance or accounts role, ideally within a corporate environment.</li><li>AAT qualified or studying towards AAT, with an interest in progressing towards ACCA or CIMA.</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, at intermediate level or above.</li><li>Experience using SAP would be advantageous.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.</li><li>Good communication skills and the ability to liaise with colleagues at all levels.</li><li>A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities.</li><li>A team player who is keen to learn, develop and take on additional responsibilities.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Study support and the opportunity to progress towards further professional qualifications.</li><li>Exposure to a broad range of management accounting activities.</li><li>The opportunity to learn directly from an experienced Financial Controller.</li></ul><p>If you are looking to build on your existing finance experience and develop your career in management accounting, this could be an excellent next step.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTEyNTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h2>About the Role</h2><p>An established and growing international manufacturing business is looking to recruit an experienced <strong>Internal Sales Coordinator</strong> to join its Swansea-based team.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and customer-focused professional to play a key role in supporting customers, managing orders, preparing quotations, and ensuring the smooth running of the sales process from enquiry through to delivery.</p><p>You will act as the link between customers, suppliers, factories, and the external sales team, delivering outstanding service and helping drive commercial success.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Sales Support</h3><ul><li>Support the external sales team with customer account management and sales activity.</li><li>Process new sales enquiries and follow opportunities through to completion.</li><li>Act as a key point of contact between customers and the sales team.</li><li>Monitor customer accounts and sales performance.</li><li>Coordinate product samples and support new product introductions.</li><li>Produce reports and sales information as required.</li></ul><h3>Order Processing & Management</h3><ul><li>Process customer orders accurately using the company's ERP system.</li><li>Verify pricing, lead times, quantities, and delivery information.</li><li>Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing sites to place orders and confirm delivery schedules.</li><li>Manage orders from receipt through to successful delivery.</li><li>Monitor order progress and resolve any issues promptly.</li><li>Manage customer forecasts and demand planning requirements.</li><li>Handle customer complaints and coordinate corrective actions where necessary.</li></ul><h3>Quotations & Customer Service</h3><ul><li>Prepare and issue customer quotations.</li><li>Check stock availability and pricing information.</li><li>Liaise with manufacturing sites to obtain pricing where required.</li><li>Respond to customer enquiries and documentation requests.</li><li>Maintain customer portals and ensure information remains up to date.</li></ul><h3>Invoicing & Administration</h3><ul><li>Generate delivery notes and customer invoices.</li><li>Prepare export documentation and packing specifications.</li><li>Support finance with invoicing, reporting, and credit control activities.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the wider sales function.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>The successful candidate will possess strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and previous experience within an internal sales, sales support, customer service, or order processing environment.</p><h3>Essential Requirements</h3><ul><li>Minimum 3 years' experience in a sales support, customer service, or internal sales role.</li><li>Strong communication skills with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Experience processing and managing customer orders.</li><li>Excellent customer service skills and a proactive approach.</li><li>Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li></ul><h3>Desirable</h3><ul><li>Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system.</li><li>Knowledge of purchasing or supply chain processes.</li><li>Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or distribution environment.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Permanent opportunity with a successful international business.</li><li>Varied and commercially focused role.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and progression.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li></ul><p>If you are a customer-focused sales support professional who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys building strong relationships while delivering exceptional service, we'd love to hear from you.</p><br><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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuNTA5MjguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2>Credit Controller</h2><h3>About the Role</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy credit control team within an established organisation. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of customers, ensuring outstanding debts are chased effectively while maintaining strong relationships with both customers and internal stakeholders.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Reporting to the Credit Control Manager, you will play an important role in achieving individual and team targets, whilst also supporting the continuous improvement of credit control processes and administration.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage end-to-end credit control activity across an allocated sales ledger, using telephone, email and written correspondence.</li><li>Work within agreed credit control processes to achieve individual and team collection targets.</li><li>Liaise with the invoicing team and regional managers to resolve queries and disputes that could delay payment.</li><li>Accurately record credit control and customer information using SAGE.</li><li>Issue final demand notices where required.</li><li>Produce monthly reporting for regional teams and the Credit Control Manager, including debtor levels and overdue accounts.</li><li>Prepare relevant documentation for escalation to the in-house legal team where required.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records and account information.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for an experienced Credit Controller who is confident communicating with customers, organised in their approach and comfortable working in a high-volume environment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>2-3 years' experience working in a credit control role.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with customers and colleagues.</li><li>A proactive and solutions-focused approach to resolving issues.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.</li><li>The ability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines while maintaining accuracy.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, with good numerical and reconciliation skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.</li><li>Previous experience using SAGE or similar accounting software.</li></ul><h3>Core Competencies</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>A collaborative team player who supports colleagues and contributes positively to the wider team.</li><li>Demonstrates energy, initiative and a proactive approach.</li><li>Takes ownership of responsibilities and follows tasks through to completion.</li><li>Committed to delivering high standards of accuracy and customer service.</li><li>Willing to contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of team processes.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an opportunity to join an established organisation where you will be part of a supportive credit control function and have the opportunity to develop your skills and experience within a collaborative environment.</p><p>If you are an experienced Credit Controller looking for your next opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you.</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNTE1MTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h1>Purchase Ledger Officer</h1><p>📍 Llantrisant (Office-Based)<br /> 💰 £25,000 - £28,000 (Dependent on Experience)<br /> 🕒 37.5 Hours per Week | Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm<br /> ✅ Early Finish Every Friday at 4:00pm (Paid)</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Robert Half are supporting a well-established, family-owned business operating within the commercial and industrial sectors in the search for a Purchase Ledger Officer to join their finance team based in Talbot Green.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing organisation with projects delivered across the UK. Working within a collaborative finance function, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the accounts payable process, supporting multiple high-value projects and building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.</p><p>Reporting into senior finance leadership, you'll join a close-knit finance team responsible for managing significant annual revenues and supplier payments across numerous ongoing projects.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Manage purchase orders and ensure compliance with internal processes</li><li>Maintain supplier records and support the onboarding of new suppliers</li><li>Prepare and assist with monthly supplier payment runs</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Resolve invoice and supplier queries in a timely manner</li><li>Calculate and monitor supplier settlement discounts</li><li>Process employee expenses and company credit card transactions</li><li>Support fixed asset administration and supplier accruals</li><li>Assist with VAT schedules and month-end accounting activities</li><li>Manage the accounts payable inbox and respond to finance-related queries</li><li>Provide wider administrative support to the finance team as required</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>To be successful in this role, you will have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience within Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, or a Finance Administration position</li><li>Strong understanding of invoice processing and supplier management</li><li>Experience completing supplier reconciliations</li><li>Good Excel and finance systems skills</li><li>Strong organisational and time management abilities</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines</li><li>Strong communication skills with the confidence to liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders at all levels</li></ul><h2>Desirable Experience</h2><ul><li>Experience using Sage 50 Accounts and/or Sage Intacct</li><li>Previous involvement in supplier payment runs</li><li>Employee expenses administration experience</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Competitive salary of £26,000 - £28,000</li><li>Paid early finish every Friday</li><li>Stable and supportive working environment</li><li>Opportunity to join a growing UK business</li><li>Exposure to a varied and fast-paced finance function</li><li>Long-term development opportunities within a collaborative finance team</li></ul><p>If you're looking to develop your finance career within a successful and expanding organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.</p><br><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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuOTYyOTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology have partnered with an innovative global agricultural technology business to recruit a Junior Data Analyst on a short-term contract basis. 4 weeks' work. Fully office-based - London - 5 days per week.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li><p>The Junior Data Analyst will support the implementation of a new HR system, Factorial HR.</p></li><li><p>Assist with the migration of existing employee and contractor data into the new system.</p></li><li><p>Review, organise and cleanse data to ensure accuracy and consistency.</p></li><li><p>Consolidate information currently held across the company intranet, employee folders and various other storage locations.</p></li><li><p>Identify missing information, duplicate records and data inconsistencies.</p></li><li><p>Carry out data entry and general administration to prepare information for the new system.</p></li><li><p>Ensure all employee records, contracts and HR documentation are organised ahead of the January go-live.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li><p>Previous experience in data entry, data administration or data cleansing.</p></li><li><p>Experience supporting data migration or system implementations would be advantageous.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to HR systems, ideally Factorial HR, would be highly beneficial.</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to handling data.</p></li><li><p>Confident working with Excel spreadsheets, databases and large volumes of information.</p></li><li><p>Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.</p></li><li><p>Available at short notice and able to commit to the full contract.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li><p>Innovative global agricultural technology business.<br /><br /></p></li></ul><p><strong>Further info:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Maximum contract duration: 4 weeks.</p></li><li><p>Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm.</p></li><li><p>Fully office-based, London, 5 days per week.</p></li><li><p>Start date: ASAP</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/QWxmaWUuUm93ZXR0LjUwNjE4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for an Accounts and Payroll support on a temporary to permanent basis for a Southampton based business.</p><p>The Payroll and Accounts support is responsible for managing payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions across the organisation.</p><p>This position ensures compliance with statutory regulations, accurate financial reporting, and efficient financial operations.</p><p>Experince in Accounting, Finance and Payroll.</p><p>Proven experience in payroll management, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions.</p><p>Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</p><p>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines</p><p>Hybrid working, Southampton based office.</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci42Mzc2Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is recruiting for an IT Support Specialist on behalf of a specialist sales and service business with offices in Bedford</p><p>The Role</p><p>As IT Support Specialist you will take responsibility for helping across business systems, software and processes and needs someone with strong technical understanding of computer systems, training, implementation, best-practices, and technical problem solving. This full-time, onsite role will maintain operation of the local office, regional offices and warehouses, and remote users. This includes new laptop preparation and upgrades, break/fix, peripheral support, asset inventory, and assistance with server, network, phone system, and audio-visual equipment.</p><p>Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Ensure that appropriate measures are taken to keep the enterprise-wide network available to users. Implement new technologies to improve performance and provide the latest tools to access company information. Carry out responsibilities as instructed by more senior staff within the IT Infrastructure and Operations team.</li><li>Provide remote support for locations in EMEA, APAC, and North America, working collaboratively with IT staff to ensure continuity of service. Must be capable of working independently and escalating issues to other team members as necessary.</li><li>Create and maintain documentation and perform technical training to assist end users and team members.</li><li>Develop and assist in the rollout of strategic corporate initiatives and system changes, which may include office moves, mass system upgrades, hardware inventory and lifecycle support, and special projects.</li><li>Improve existing programs by reviewing objectives and specifications; evaluating proposed changes; recommending changes; making modifications.</li><li>Perform application deployment and system imaging leveraging Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM).</li><li>Support endpoint vulnerability management through security related applications (e.g., anti-virus, vulnerability scanning, & patch management)</li><li>Participate in support activities and enhance daily operations including opening and closing procedures and uphold all corporate and IT Policies and Procedures regarding software, hardware, and equipment use and allocation within the company.</li><li>Responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting client devices, PCs, thin clients, printers, and other peripherals.</li><li>Maintain network and system documentation, including network diagrams, facility location diagrams, system specific installation procedures, and procedural documentation. Maintain documentation of all IT related equipment, inventory management and company assets.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will ideally have a degree in computer science or engineering technology or suitable work experience with aptitude and ability across operation systems like Microsoft Windows 10, iOS and Android and also experience of warehouse equipment, barcode printing and scanners etc. This is a role 5 days in the office in Bedford.</p><p>Salary</p><p>Role of IT Support Specialist based in Bedford is offering a salary of £45-50K + Benefits</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMDYxNzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are proud to partner with a rising talent management agency based in London. Founded in the US, our client represents creators, entertainers, athletes, and other public figures. They help clients grow long-term careers by securing brand partnerships, media opportunities, and business ventures.</p><p>They are looking for a sociable and confident Finance Assistant to join their finance team to carry out the following duties.</p><ul><li>Use Xero data to create analytical reports.</li><li>Day to day bookkeeping including the preparation and processing of commission invoices and credit notes.</li><li>Perform data entry and maintain accurate records of financial transactions in Xero.</li><li>Daily reconciliation of bank statements for multiple accounts.</li><li>Completing UK & US Vendor Forms requested by external sources.</li><li>Preparation of Debt Reports on a per Manager basis</li><li>Inbox management including responding to enquiries from vendors and internal staff regarding financial transactions and accounts.</li><li>Collating information for external client accountants for VAT Return processing.</li><li>Assisting on weekly payment runs and covering when Senior Finance Manager is on Annual Leave.</li><li>Communicate with both the UK & US team and assist in the implementation of backend procedures and processes across the department.</li><li>Assisting the Senior Finance Manager in the day to day running of the office including purchases and general maintenance.</li><li>Liaising with external vendors regarding the purchases, maintenance and utilities of the office.</li><li>Management of office supplies including refreshments, stationery and equipment.</li><li>Updating paperwork, maintaining documents, and word processing.</li></ul><p> </p><strong data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">What they will offer:</strong><br><strong> </strong><br><strong>Job title:</strong> Finance Assistant<br><strong>Salary: </strong>£D.O.E + discretionary bonus <br><strong>Hybrid: </strong>3 days on site (tues - thurs) , 2 days WFH <br><strong>Working hours:</strong> 9am - 5pm<br><strong>Location: </strong>Covent Garden <br><strong>Additional benefits:</strong><br><ul data-editing-info="{"applyListStyleFromLevel":true}"><li>25 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off<br></li><li>Study support package<br></li><li>Standard pension<br></li><li>Frequent internal and external social events<br></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/VGFpamEuQnJ5YW4uNjM0NjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for an Accounts Payable Assistant (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract) based in Cirencester.</p><p>Hybrid working from Cirencester based office , full time hours.</p><p>Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next opportunity?</p><p>We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to join our finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function, supporting both internal stakeholders and suppliers while maintaining accurate and timely financial records.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.</p><p>Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes where applicable.</p><p>Maintain and reconcile supplier accounts within the purchase ledger.</p><p>Investigate and resolve invoice and payment queries.</p><p>Process purchase orders in line with company procedures.</p><p>Assist with bi-monthly payment runs.</p><p>Process employee expenses</p><p>Maintain and update supplier records and account information.</p><p>Review supplier statements and investigate outstanding items.</p><p>Ensure invoices are coded correctly and authorised appropriately.</p><p>Manage a shared Accounts Payable inbox.</p><p>Update and reconcile the cash book.</p><p>Support Accounts Payable activities for a sister company remotely.</p><p>Assist with month-end processes including accruals and bank reconciliations.</p><p>Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.</p><p>Support internal and external audit requirements.</p><p>Provide general finance administration support as required.</p><p>About You</p><p>To be successful in this role, you will have:</p><p>Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Finance Assistant position.</p><p>Experience using Sage or a similar ERP/accounting system.</p><p>Strong Microsoft Excel skills.</p><p>Excellent numerical ability and attention to detail.</p><p>A methodical approach with high levels of accuracy.</p><p>Strong organisational and time-management skills.</p><p>The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.</p><p>Excellent communication skills and the confidence to liaise with suppliers and colleagues at all levels.</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci40MzY5OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half Technology are assisting a leading global publishing and technology organisation to recruit a SharePoint Migration & Modernisation Specialist on a 3-month contract basis. ASAP start. Hybrid working - London based. Interviews taking place next week.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Role</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>The SharePoint Migration & Modernisation Specialist will partner with the existing SharePoint Consultant to drive the remaining SharePoint migration programme through to completion.</li><li>Take ownership of the end-to-end migration cycle for assigned departments, including discovery, planning, read-only cutover, incremental migration, validation and go-live support.</li><li>Lead introductory, discovery and planning meetings with department leads and site owners, setting expectations and proactively managing stakeholder concerns.</li><li>Use ShareGate to support incremental migrations, validation, troubleshooting and migration reporting.</li><li>Provide hands-on support across SharePoint Online and SharePoint Modern, resolving issues including broken links, permissions, navigation, missing content, connections and post-migration defects.</li><li>Manage multiple department migrations concurrently, coordinating activity and ensuring agreed timelines, dependencies and actions remain on track.</li><li>Support BAU SharePoint activities and work through the agreed support backlog, prioritising migration-related and higher-complexity L2/L3 issues.</li><li>Work alongside Application Support Specialists to resolve recurring issues and improve operational knowledge and support processes.</li><li>Use PowerShell where appropriate for SharePoint administration, bulk activities, validation and reporting.</li><li>Work with the Training Lead to support department briefings, guidance, drop-in sessions and go-live activities.</li><li>Maintain accurate migration records, reporting, documentation, runbooks and handover materials.</li><li>Escalate technical, architectural, security or governance matters to the SharePoint Consultant or relevant governance teams where required.</li><li>Support broader Microsoft 365 adoption where relevant, including Copilot, content readiness and permissions hygiene.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>The SharePoint Migration & Modernisation Specialist will have extensive hands-on experience with SharePoint Online and SharePoint Modern.</li><li>Proven experience delivering SharePoint migrations at department, business-unit or organisational level.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with ShareGate, including incremental migration, validation, troubleshooting and reporting.</li><li>Strong practical knowledge of SharePoint sites, pages, document libraries, lists, permissions, navigation, links and common post-migration issues.</li><li>Experience with PowerShell for Microsoft 365 / SharePoint administration, reporting, validation or bulk activities.</li><li>Practical experience troubleshooting SharePoint permissions, legacy identities, external sharing, Power Automate dependencies and list-related issues.</li><li>Confident stakeholder management skills, with experience leading meetings directly with department leads and site owners.</li><li>Excellent organisational and delivery skills, with the ability to manage several migration activities simultaneously.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to distinguish operational issues from matters requiring architectural or governance escalation.</li><li>Clear written and verbal communication skills and a strong customer-service mindset.</li><li>Able to work effectively alongside an established SharePoint Consultant, providing the additional hands-on delivery capacity required to push the programme through to completion.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft 365 Copilot adoption, content readiness or AI-readiness would be advantageous.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Company</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading global publishing and technology organisation</li><li>International business with a significant London presence</li><li>3-month contract opportunity</li><li>Established Microsoft 365 and SharePoint environment</li><li>Hybrid working - London based</li><li>ASAP start</li><li>Interviews taking place next week</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><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/QWxmaWUuUm93ZXR0LjU3NDk1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h1>Interim Management Accountant</h1><p>Location: Epsom, Surrey<br />Duration: Immediate start until 17th/18th December 2026<br />Rate: £200-£250 per day (Umbrella)<br />Working pattern: 5 days per week, fully office-based</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p>We are currently recruiting for an experienced Part-Qualified Management Accountant to join an established education organisation on a short-term interim basis.</p><p>This is an immediate requirement to provide hands-on support to a busy finance function during a period of increased workload and staff absence.</p><p>The successful candidate will be stepping into a varied, all-round finance role, helping to clear an existing backlog, support day-to-day financial operations and ensure key deadlines are met.</p><p>There are several immediate priorities, including preparation for an upcoming board meeting, budgeting, outstanding financial administration and payroll.</p><p>This role would suit someone with previous interim experience who is confident working autonomously, can quickly adapt to new environments and is happy to roll their sleeves up and get stuck into a varied workload.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li><p>Providing all-round finance support across the organisation.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Processing purchase orders, supplier invoices and payments.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Maintaining accurate supplier records and dealing with supplier queries.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Raising invoices for school fees and additional provision.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Reconciling bank receipts and remittances.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Liaising with local authorities regarding payments.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Monitoring aged debtors, following up on outstanding fees and investigating discrepancies.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Monitoring cash flow and bank balances.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Completing regular bank reconciliations.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Reviewing staff expense claims, checking supporting receipts and authorising payments.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Supporting the preparation of management accounts and financial information for board meetings.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Assisting with budgets for two schools.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Processing journals and other financial transactions, ensuring the finance system remains up to date.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Completing quarterly VAT returns.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Processing monthly payroll, including updating payroll information, reviewing reports and arranging payments.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Managing new starter and leaver information, staff payroll queries and pension queries.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Liaising with the external payroll provider and ensuring PAYE payments are made to HMRC.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Monitoring the finance inbox and maintaining accurate financial records and filing.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Providing general financial reporting support your line manager and assisting with other ad hoc finance duties as required.</p><br><br></li></ul><h3>Candidate Requirements</h3><ul><li><p>Part-qualified Management Accountant, ideally studying towards CIMA or with a CIMA qualification.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Previous experience completing multiple interim assignments.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strong all-round finance experience, covering both transactional finance and management accounting.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Previous experience with purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control and reconciliations.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Experience of payroll processing and administration is essential.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Sage Payroll experience would be highly beneficial.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Experience with Sage HR would also be advantageous.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Previous experience within an independent school or education environment would be beneficial.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Experience using iSAMS and iFinance would be an advantage.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Comfortable working within a small finance team and taking ownership of tasks.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Able to work independently, prioritise workloads and hit the ground running.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strong communication skills, with a proactive and hands-on approach.</p><br><br></li></ul><h3>Additional Information</h3><ul><li><p>Immediate start required.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Contract running until 17th/18th December 2026.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Fully office-based in Epsom, five days per week.</p><br><br></li><li><p>40-hour working week.</p><br><br></li><li><p>£200-£250 per day (Umbrella).</p><br><br></li><li><p>Enhanced DBS check required, or willingness to complete the necessary checks.</p><br><br></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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuOTU5NTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">