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Finance Director

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
120000 - 150000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Happy Days, a Private Equity backed multi-site single operations group operating within the Nurseries and Pre-Schools sector in their search for a Finance Director. This is a newly created role following the recent decision to create a new hub in Wiltshire to support ongoing growth across the business.Reporting to the CFO and as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team this role will be critical to shaping the long-term direction of the business alongside driving efficiencies through the finance function to provide tangible insight and value to stakeholders. You will lead the creation of a new Hub in Wiltshire, helping to underpin the Group's expanding footprint. You will lead continuous improvement and transformation initiatives across the breadth of finance whilst delivering strong financial management, effective business partnering and aiding decision making. About Happy Days…Happy Days opened their first nursery in 1991, fast forward 35 years and they now operate 44 nurseries and pre-schools across the South UK and Wales, delivering exceptional childcare and education every day! A growth journey that continues every day with an underlying ethos to support children to become strong and motivated learners for life. Taking care of 2000+ children and currently employing around 1500 team members, their passion for inspiring the next generation is at the heart of their mission The Finance Director Role…You will be at the forefront of crafting the finance function within Swindon following the decision to create a second Hub, this will be balanced with ongoing M&A activity with further acquisitions and expansions on the horizon. The Finance Director will be tasked with providing efficiencies through business-as-usual areas such as month end, year end and reporting to shorten close cycles and deliver strong insight to the senior leadership team and investors.The Finance Director will oversee a team of circa 16 inclusive of 3 direct reports, acting as a true strategic leader through the group whilst developing and mentoring a high performing team. Alongside this, key responsibilities will include:<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Accountable for accuracy and integrity of core finance deliverables such as month end, year end, consolidations, statutory requirements and compliance</li><li>Develop and monitor key performance indicators across the group ensuring accountability across all levels and providing valuable insight and analysis relevant to finance and non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Provide insight and due diligence for M&A activity, owning and improving the integration strategy to allow for planned buy and build activities</li><li>Own the optimisation of finance related systems inclusive of the main ERP, reporting/consolidation tools and provide suggestions across automation and AI opportunities</li><li>Lead and develop FP&A/Commercial activities turning raw data into effective reporting and visualisation that is digestible and actionable for all levels</li><li>Manage external relationships such as investors, auditors, banks, tax authorities and legal advisors</li><li>Work closely with the CFO and Investors on additional reporting requirements and ad-hoc information requests</li></ul> About you…<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>A self-motivated, high-energy leader with evidence of developing high performing teams</li><li>Significant change and transformation experience, ability to evaluate gaps in process and systems before delivering solutions in a cost-efficient manner</li><li>Prior multi-site single operations or multi-revenue streams experience</li><li>Previous experience within a PE backed environment ideally within a buy and build strategy</li></ul>The successful candidate will need to be 5 days on site in first 6 months as the new Hub is established, 3 days on site thereafter What's on offer…£120k to £150k basic salary, 30% bonus, 10% non-contributory pension and a range of attractive benefits including car allowance, enhanced leave, performance related rewards, Life Assurance and an exhaustive Employee Assistance & Wellbeing package Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci4yNTc1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-23T13:45:43Z

Senior Commercial Manager

London, London
remote
Permanent
100000 - 106000 GBP / Yearly
Senior Commercial Manager | Leading Facilities Management & Workplace Solutions Group | Remote | £100,000-£106,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are working with a leading facilities management and workplace solutions provider on one of the largest government FM contracts in the UK. This is a Senior Commercial Manager opportunity within a large-scale, high-volume commercial environment, with responsibility for supporting the effective commercial management of a major government contract. The role offers significant exposure across contract management, commercial performance, change, variations and stakeholder management. Given the scale of the contract, there is a considerable volume of commercial activity to manage, alongside a broad range of contractual and financial considerations. 📊 About the Role <ul><li>Take responsibility for the commercial management and administration of a major government FM contract operating under the NEC4 framework.</li><li>Support the ongoing mobilisation and management of the contract, ensuring key milestones, deliverables and contractual obligations are achieved.</li><li>Review contract terms and conditions, identifying discrepancies, risks, obligations and potential commercial opportunities.</li><li>Manage a high volume of contractual activity, including change requests, variations, contractual notices and claims.</li><li>Oversee and challenge commercial processes across a large volume of additional works, variations and billable activity.</li><li>Ensure contract-related data, documentation and supporting evidence are accurately captured and maintained.</li><li>Utilise commercial systems and reporting tools to analyse contract data and identify trends, issues and opportunities.</li><li>Work closely with finance to ensure accurate and timely invoicing, payment and revenue recovery.</li><li>Track and report on variations, claims and their financial impact.</li><li>Support cost estimates, budgets and financial forecasting alongside the Finance Business Partner.</li><li>Identify opportunities to maximise contractual entitlements, improve margins and manage commercial risk.</li><li>Liaise with procurement, project managers, operational teams, clients and subcontractors to resolve commercial and contractual issues.</li><li>Monitor compliance with contractual obligations, applicable legislation and relevant regulations.</li><li>Identify potential contractual and commercial risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.</li><li>Lead and develop a small commercial team of approximately 3-4 direct reports.</li></ul> 📋 What We're Looking For <ul><li>Proven experience in commercial management, ideally within a large-scale FM, facilities, construction or service-led environment.</li><li>Strong experience working with NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts and a good understanding of contract administration.</li><li>Quantity Surveying or a similar commercial background would be highly relevant.</li><li>Strong understanding of commercial and financial management, including variations, claims, change control, WIP and revenue recovery.</li><li>Comfortable working in a high-volume environment where there is a significant amount of data, administration and transactional activity to manage.</li><li>Commercially astute, with the confidence to challenge, negotiate and protect contractual entitlements.</li><li>Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly when dealing with large volumes of information and documentation.</li><li>Comfortable operating in an environment where processes and systems are still developing and where there are sometimes significant operational challenges to work through.</li><li>Experience managing and developing a small commercial team.</li><li>BPSS clearance required.</li></ul> 🤝 What's on Offer <ul><li>£100,000-£106,000 base salary.</li><li>Remote working, with travel to key sites/stakeholders as required.</li><li>Opportunity to take ownership of the commercial function across a large government contract.</li><li>Responsibility for a small commercial team and exposure to senior operational, financial and client stakeholders.</li><li>The opportunity to make a tangible impact on commercial performance, contract management and process improvement during a significant period of mobilisation and development.</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is a role that offers considerable breadth and variety, with the scale of the contract creating exposure to a wide range of commercial activity, from day-to-day contract administration and change through to more complex commercial matters and stakeholder management. The successful candidate will need to be organised, commercially astute and comfortable working with a significant volume of data and activity, while also being able to identify opportunities and drive things forward. For the right person, this provides an excellent opportunity to take ownership within a major contract, work closely with senior stakeholders and have a genuine influence on commercial performance. The combination of scale, responsibility and variety makes this an attractive opportunity for someone looking to step into a senior commercial position with significant scope and visibility.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMzYyNzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-01T14:11:14Z

Head of IT Service and Operations

Richmond upon Thames, London
remote
Permanent
80000 - 91000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Head of IT Service & Operations</h1>Location: Richmond-upon-Thames Reports to: CIO<h3>A senior IT leadership role with real ownership and influence</h3>Are you an experienced IT leader who thrives at the intersection of service, operations, governance, risk and transformation?We're looking for a Head of IT Service & Operations to take ownership of the end-to-end performance, resilience and governance of IT services within a successful, regulated organisation operating as part of a global technology environment.This is a role with genuine accountability. You'll lead the UK IT Service & Operations function, managing a small leadership team and overseeing a wider team of around ten, while working closely with global technology teams, third-party suppliers and senior stakeholders.<h3>What you'll be doing</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Own and evolve the UK SIAM model, bringing together global and third-party technology providers.</li><li>Set and manage SLAs, OLAs and KPIs, ensuring IT performance is aligned with business outcomes.</li><li>Lead major incident and problem management governance, driving root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.</li><li>Own the vendor management and multi-supplier governance framework.</li><li>Take accountability for the UK IT risk, controls and audit environment.</li><li>Own the IT and Information Security policy framework, ensuring alignment with wider Group standards and regulatory expectations.</li><li>Drive business continuity and operational resilience, ensuring the organisation is prepared for disruption.</li><li>Lead, mentor and develop the IT Service & Operations team, including recruitment, performance and career development.</li><li>Contribute to the Senior Management Group, helping shape the wider technology operating model and direction of the business.</li></ul><h3>What we're looking for</h3>You'll be a senior IT service leader with strong experience across ITSM, SIAM, governance and risk, ideally within a regulated environment.You'll bring:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Proven experience leading and developing IT teams.</li><li>Strong understanding of regulatory accountability, risk and controls.</li><li>Strategic thinking combined with a structured approach to governance.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management across local, global and third-party environments.</li><li>Confidence operating under regulatory scrutiny.</li><li>Strong analytical and risk-management capabilities.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, particularly during incidents and periods of change.</li><li>The ability to influence, challenge and drive organisational change.</li></ul><h3>The opportunity</h3>This is an opportunity to step into a high-profile IT leadership position with genuine ownership of how technology services are delivered, governed and continuously improved.You'll have the visibility and influence to shape the operating model, strengthen resilience, improve supplier performance and develop a talented IT function, while working within a global technology organisation.If you're ready for a role where IT service, operational resilience, governance and leadership genuinely sit at the heart of the business, we'd love to hear from you.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/V2lsbC5TdGVhZC4xODQ1Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-25T08:37:42Z

Financial Controller & FP&A Manager

West End, London
remote
Permanent
80000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
The CompanyMy client is a leading, multi-site manufacturing and engineering group specialising in high-precision components for the global aerospace sector. Operating across four key UK sites, the business is currently restructuring into a unified executive leadership team to drive cohesive group performance. Following this transformation, they are looking to hire a sharp, commercially minded Financial Controller & FP&A Manager to sit between central leadership and local operational teams.The RoleReporting directly to the CFO, this is a high-visibility, dual-focused role combining strategic financial planning with core governance and control. Managing a Management Accountant, you will act as a key commercial partner to the CEO, Board, and divisional leadership teams, helping turn complex operational data into actionable strategy.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Owning the group-wide budgeting, forecasting, and five-year planning cycles while establishing standardised KPIs across all business units.</li><li>Working closely with local site leads and finance heads to challenge assumptions, review profitability, and drive cash generation.</li><li>Managing the end-to-end audit process across multiple legal entities, alongside oversight for tax compliance, insurance, and risk management.</li><li>Preparing executive and board packs that explain the commercial drivers behind performance, risks, and strategic growth opportunities.</li><li>Leading initiatives to automate reporting, streamline data collection, and upgrade existing finance processes.</li></ul>Your ProfileThe client is looking for a qualified accountant with a strong track record in operational, multi-site businesses who can comfortably handle both granular detail and big-picture strategy.Essential requirements:<ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).</li><li>Direct experience within manufacturing, engineering, or complex multi-site operational environments.</li><li>A strong mix of FP&A, business partnering, and core financial control, including experience coordinating multi-entity external audits.</li><li>Advanced Excel capability and financial modelling experience, with exposure to BI tools and automated reporting systems.</li><li>Confident communication skills with the gravitas to challenge operational leaders and advise board-level executives.</li></ul>Salary & Benefits<ul><li>Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 depending on and experience</li><li>Working Model: Hybrid model with 2-3 days a week in the Central London office, plus occasional travel to operating sites in Belfast, the Isle of Man, and the North West (approx. 1-2 times per month with overnight expenses fully covered).</li><li>Benefits: Full corporate benefits package, performance-related bonus scheme, and a clear path for senior exposure across a well-backed industrial group.</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVybWFpbmUuTHluY2guODEzNjQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-03T13:44:07Z

Senior Finance Manager

Oxford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
80000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with an established and growing consultancy based in Oxford to recruit a Senior Finance Manager on a part-time basis (22.5 hours). This is a permanent position created due to internal promotion, a great opportunity to join an established firm in a role offering progression and development. This is as a part-time position (22.5 hours) with ownership as a senior leader and ability to grow in responsibility, you will come from a technical and controls background with an understanding of tax requirements and ability to provide leadership within a stable function.The Senior Finance Manager position will be paying in the region of £80,000 to £85,000 per annum (full time equivalent, pro rata to 22.5 hours) with hybrid working (1-2 days on site) and a great prospect for future development. Other benefits include salary sacrifice pension, PMI, company bonus scheme. Key responsibilities include<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Lead month end process for overall group and associated entities</li><li>Lead the year end close process ensuring robust controls and timely reporting alongside being key liaison with the auditors</li><li>Own and drive continuous improvement within financial reporting and controls processes</li><li>Preparation of statutory financial statements across the group and international entities</li><li>Oversee group tax return preparation and submission alongside managing external relationships</li><li>Key advisor to the business in areas of tax compliance and technical guidance, ensuring mitigation of risk and adherence to regulation</li><li>Act as a catalyst for finance transformation and process improvement initiatives, adoption of AI enablement and streamlining of business-as-usual areas</li><li>Leadership position within the finance function, deputising for the CFO and comfortable with a likely progression to direct team management</li></ul> About your experience<ul><li style="text-align: justify;">Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), this role would suit a candidate trained through practice but all prior experience considered</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Experience within partnership accounts, either gained in house or through practice audit/preparation is advantageous</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Ability to take ownership and responsibility of the accounting function, you will initially be seen as a Senior Leader with a likely route to direct team management</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Breadth of experience across statutory accounting and compliance, tax, treasury and reporting</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci44NTAxNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-01T10:14:50Z

CFO - Chief Financial Officer

Berkshire, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
120000 - 150000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>*Part time Chief financial officer 3 days per week*</h1>RESPONSIBLE TO: Managing PartnerPURPOSE OF THE JOB: To put processes, systems, controls and mitigate risk that will help scale the business, while offering strategic partnering to the CEO. You would lead, develop and right size the finance function, be the ambassador for automation and the utilization of AI, commercialize their growing software offerings, drive growth, manage cost base and cash flow.You will also be an operational leader with company secretarial duties and other functions reporting in.THE ROLE AND PRINCIPAL DUTIES: Financial Management:<ul><li>Direction of the finance function, effectively managing annual budgets, cash flow forecasts, capitalisation and performance</li><li>Presentation of relevant financial information to partners, providing insightful commercial and financial guidance at regular meetings with appropriate</li><li>Support to the Management Accountant with the annual salary review, staff bonus scheme, P11Ds, P60s and the annual budget.</li><li>Evaluation of prospective projects to assess resource requirements, profitability and</li><li>Liaise with the firm's accountants and bank in the preparation of the annual accounts, financial and taxation matters.</li></ul>Commercial Management:<ul><li>Administration of the Firm's PII insurance and oversee the Management Accountant in dealing with general insurances, Lexcel accreditation, CQS accreditation and practising certificate</li></ul> Risk Management:<ul><li>Maintain and develop the firm's risk, quality and complance systems alongside the Compliance Officer</li><li>Keep up to date with the Code of conduct and SRA Accounts rules and ensure that the firm is adequately trained and understands the reporting lines and processes for reporting breaches.</li><li>Ensure the firm's Client Due Diligence and Money Laundering policies and procedures are well embedded and working well throughout the</li><li>Authorisation of client bank account reconciliation</li></ul> Strategic:<ul><li>Develop and execute the financial strategy to support ambitious growth objectives aligned with the company's strategic plan.</li><li>Partner with the CEO and Board to drive value creation and maximise shareholder returns.</li><li>Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A), providing commercial insight to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Build and maintain robust financial models to evaluate growth opportunities, investment decisions, and capital allocation.</li><li>Drive organic and inorganic growth initiatives, including acquisitions, integrations, and strategic partnerships.</li><li>Lead M&A activity, including financial due diligence, valuation, transaction execution, and post-acquisition integration.</li><li>Develop scalable financial systems, processes, and controls to support rapid business expansion.</li><li>Deliver accurate forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.</li><li>Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to support investment and sustainable growth.</li><li>Optimise capital structure and funding strategies, including debt financing, refinancing, and lender relationships.</li><li>Produce high-quality Board and investor reporting, including KPI dashboards and value creation metrics.</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with banks, investors, auditors, tax advisers, and other external stakeholders.</li><li>Lead value creation initiatives in line with the private equity investment thesis and agreed investment plan.</li><li>Act as a trusted adviser to the CEO and Board, providing independent challenge, strategic insight, and financial leadership throughout the investment lifecycle.</li></ul>Key results:Helping to manage and maintain accurate accounting records of the firm.Ensuring senior and departmental management is provided with sufficient and timely information to respond to internal and external factors affecting the firm's financial performance.Supporting all other functions in the firm with financial information as may be required from time to time Person specification:<ul><li>A qualified accountant - approximately 10 years qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA</li><li>Experience of working in a professional services environment (preferred but not essential)</li><li>Highly developed leadership and management ability</li><li>A strategic thinker</li><li>Excellent communication skills at all levels of the business</li><li>Ability to work under pressure</li><li>A confident and flexible team player who is able to gain the confidence of partners and all employees</li><li>Works according to the values of the firm - excellence, integrity and approach-ability</li><li>Able to prioritise and work to deadlines</li><li>Able to work under pressure</li><li>Able to delegate</li><li>Have drive, initiative and astuteness</li><li>Professional and hard working</li><li>Attention to detail and numerate</li><li>Reliable, adaptable and friendly</li><li>Decisive and proactive</li><li>Works according to the values of the firm - excellence, integrity and approach-ability</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £110k and £150k P/A based on the experience of the candidate *PRO-RATED*</li><li>Performance related bonus linked to profitability</li><li>Private health for family</li><li>6% pension</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>25 days holiday plus bank</li><li>Work from home flexibility 2 days pw</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMzQ4NTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-17T13:15:50Z

Finance Director

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
120000 - 180000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller - Fin-tech Industry - City of London Robert Half are partnering with a high-growth SME lender in the fin-tech industry to appoint a Financial Controller. This Financial Controller role is based in the City of London, with a hybrid working model (3 days in the office).Operating within the fin-tech industry, the business specialises in lending, with a straightforward but commercially driven model. The Financial Controller will play a key role in partnering with the business on commercial decision-making, particularly around risk, return, and capital allocation. Candidate Profile<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with a strong academic background</li><li>Approx. 8-10 years' experience within the fin-tech industry, ideally with lending exposure</li><li>Strong FP&A capability with advanced financial modelling skills</li><li>Proven ability to operate both hands-on and strategically</li><li>Experience improving processes, systems, and controls within a growing business</li></ul> The RoleThis is a hands-on Financial Controller position suited to someone who can operate both strategically and at a detailed level. You will lead the development of a best-in-class FP&A function, bringing structure, automation, and insight to finance within a scaling fin-tech environment in the City of London.The successful candidate will professionalise the finance function, build complex models, improve reporting processes, and act as a true business partner across the organisation. Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Stakeholder Engagement<ul><li>Act as a commercial partner to senior leadership, investors, and key stakeholders</li><li>Confidently challenge and support strategic decisions</li><li>Contribute to shaping and articulating business strategy</li></ul>FP&A & Commercial Modelling<ul><li>Build and own complex financial models, including revenue forecasting and scenario analysis</li><li>Establish FP&A processes from the ground up (budgeting, forecasting, KPI tracking)</li><li>Translate lending and commercial activity into actionable financial insights</li></ul>Finance Operations & Reporting<ul><li>Lead and develop a high-performing finance team</li><li>Own month-end close and management reporting processes</li><li>Improve accuracy, speed, and efficiency of reporting</li><li>Transition manual, spreadsheet-heavy processes into scalable systems</li><li>Oversee revenue recognition and reporting integrity</li></ul>Systems & Process Improvement<ul><li>Drive automation across finance processes</li><li>Work closely with Xero and internal loan management systems</li><li>Play a key role in future ERP implementation</li><li>Continuously identify improvements to support business growth</li></ul> Location & Working Pattern<ul><li>Based in the City of London</li><li>Hybrid model: 3 days in the office</li><li>Collaborative and fast-paced fin-tech environment</li></ul> Package<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Unlimited annual leave</li><li>Equity component</li><li>Private healthcare</li><li>Pension</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuNzMzNDEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-14T16:59:28Z

Accounts assistant

London, London
remote
Contract
14 - 16 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Metal Brokers in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Accounts assistant for 6-12 months.Role:Our client is looking for an immediate interim Accounts Assistant to assist them for 6-12 months. You will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Process daily client collateral movements, ensuring timely execution and accurate reconciliation of client and counterparty transactions.</li><li>Monitor client accounts for margin requirements and coordinate with the appropriate teams to ensure sufficient funds are available.</li><li>Track margin balances and ensure that client margin calls are fulfilled promptly to maintain optimal liquidity levels.</li><li>Assist in managing the firm's daily cash flow, ensuring payments are processed according to the firm's liquidity and risk management policies.</li><li>Support the Financial Controller with daily treasury operations and cash flow forecasts.</li><li>Maintain and update client account information, ensuring that all financial data is accurate and up to date.</li><li>Assist with daily and monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy of all financial transactions and client balances.</li><li>Assist in reconciling FX positions, margin accounts, and other client-related financial records.</li><li>Support the reconciliation of LME cash, collateral accounts, and other related financial data.</li><li>Ensure that all client payments and receipts are accurately recorded in the accounting system.</li><li>Providing an excellent level of customer service, responding in a timely manner to queries from clients and the Japanese subsidiary.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide support during the annual audit process, assisting with the preparation of financial statements and liaising with external auditors.</li><li>Assist with the preparation and filing of VAT returns, corporation tax, and other HMRC-related documentation.</li><li>Provide general support to the finance team in various day-to-day financial operations, including invoice processing and payments.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of financial transactions, ensuring all supporting documentation is filed appropriately for auditing purposes.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of reports and ad-hoc requests from senior management and other departments.</li><li>Assist with employee expenses, and other HR-related financial tasks as required.</li></ul> Profile:The successful interim Accounts Assistant will have 6 months years experience You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Salary & Benefits:This role is paying between £14-£16p/h Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjQ4MDM3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-12T07:45:37Z

Project Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
- 50000 GBP / Yearly
Content Project Manager - Content, Production & PR AgencyThe Company A well-established content, production and PR agency working with global blue-chip clients across branded content, live experiences, and digital delivery. With key sectors spanning automotive, utilities, technology, and finance, the agency is trusted to deliver everything from smaller corporate shoots to large-scale integrated projects, working directly with senior and C-suite stakeholders.The Role Reporting into the Head of Client Services, this role sits at the centre of project delivery for a portfolio of corporate accounts. You'll own projects end-to-end - scoping, budgets, timelines and risk - while acting as a trusted, senior point of contact for clients, including confident engagement with C-suite stakeholders. You'll balance creative ambition with commercial and operational discipline, and there's real scope to grow accounts through upsell and repeat business, with commission attached.<ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Own end-to-end delivery of multi-disciplinary projects across content, live, digital and event outputs</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage project budgets, forecasting, and margin protection across your portfolio</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Build and lead senior client relationships, running meetings confidently with C-suite stakeholders</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Identify and convert upsell and land-and-expand opportunities within existing accounts</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Support new business pitches with credible delivery plans and costings</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Provide guidance and mentorship to producers and junior project team members</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage scope creep, change requests, and risk mitigation to protect delivery quality and margin</li></ul>What We're Looking For<ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">3-4+ years' project management experience within a creative, content, or production agency</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience working with corporate clients - financial services, utilities, technology, or automotive backgrounds all relevant</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Confident managing budgets, margin, and commercial delivery</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Comfortable running meetings and building relationships with senior/C-suite stakeholders</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Events experience is a strong plus</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Highly organised, calm under pressure, and solutions-focused</li></ul>Permanent | Full-time | London Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFyZWwuVGhvbXBzb24uMTMxNjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-13T08:48:55Z

Senior Credit Controller

Datchet, Berkshire
remote
Contract
18 - 19 GBP / Hourly
Senior Credit Controller - £38.000 per annum - Temp to perm - Datchet - Office based Job PurposeThe Credit Control & Collections Specialist is responsible for managing customer accounts to ensure timely payment of outstanding invoices, reducing aged debt, and maintaining healthy cash flow. The role requires building positive customer relationships while applying effective collection strategies to minimise bad debt and support the company's financial objectives.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Proactively manage a portfolio of customer accounts to ensure prompt collection of outstanding balances.</li><li>Contact customers via telephone, email, and written correspondence regarding overdue invoices.</li><li>Negotiate payment arrangements while maintaining strong customer relationships.</li><li>Monitor aged debt reports and prioritise collection activities based on risk and value.</li><li>Investigate and resolve invoice disputes by liaising with internal departments and customers.</li><li>Allocate customer payments accurately and reconcile accounts where required.</li><li>Escalate high-risk or severely overdue accounts in line with company policy.</li><li>Recommend accounts for legal action or external debt collection agencies when appropriate.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of customer communications and collection activity.</li><li>Review customer credit limits and recommend amendments based on payment performance.</li><li>Produce regular reports on aged debt, collection performance, cash receipts, and overdue accounts.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end finance activities related to accounts receivable.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual terms, and relevant financial regulations.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve collection processes and reduce debtor days.</li></ul>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)<ul><li>Debtor Days (DSO) reduction</li><li>Aged debt performance</li><li>Cash collection targets achieved</li><li>Percentage of overdue accounts recovered</li><li>Bad debt reduction</li><li>Customer dispute resolution time</li><li>Collection call and contact activity</li><li>Accuracy of account reconciliations</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS45MjI2MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-22T09:03:31Z

Interim Office Manager

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
17 - 19 GBP / Hourly
Role<ul><li>Oversee the day-to-day running of the office, ensuring a smooth, well-organised, and welcoming environment for staff and visitors.</li><li>Act as the first point of contact for facilities and office-related issues, liaising with building management, contractors, and suppliers to resolve problems quickly and efficiently.</li><li>Manage office supplies, equipment, and vendor contracts, ensuring cost-effective procurement and timely renewal of service agreements.</li><li>Coordinate health and safety compliance, including risk assessments, fire drills, and maintaining accurate records in line with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Support the organisation of meetings, events, and travel arrangements, ensuring logistics run seamlessly and diaries are managed effectively.</li><li>Manage office budgets and expenses, tracking spend against forecast and flagging variances to senior leadership.</li><li>Assist with onboarding logistics for new starters, ensuring workstations, access, and equipment are ready ahead of their first day.</li></ul>ProfileAn experienced Office Manager, with a broad generalist foundation spanning facilities, operations, and administrative support. Proven at building trusted relationships with staff, suppliers, and senior stakeholders to deliver smooth, well-organised office environments. Skilled in managing day-to-day operations, coordinating events and logistics, and ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements in fast-paced, evolving environments.CompanyOur client is a exciting Tech business, seeking a proactive Interim Office Manager to join them on an immediate 2- month contract.RateThis Office Manager role offers circa £17-£19 per hour depending on experience. Please note: applicants must be UK-based and available to work 5 days per week in the Southwark office.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmVtaS5HYXkuNzIwNDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-17T10:22:40Z

Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
65000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Marketing & Brand Experience | Central London | £70,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are partnering with a growing international marketing and brand experience business to recruit a Financial Controller into its London-based finance team. Reporting to the Finance Director, this is a broad Financial Controller role with responsibility across financial operations, reporting, controls and compliance. The business operates with an outsourced accounting provider who manages much of the day-to-day bookkeeping and processing. As a result, this role is less about transactional processing and more about ownership, oversight and control - reviewing the numbers, challenging where necessary, ensuring robust processes are in place and providing accurate financial information to the senior finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and wants broad exposure across month-end, revenue recognition, cash flow, payroll, audit, financial controls and process improvement. About the Position Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for: <ul><li>Leading the annual external audit process, including preparing the audit file, coordinating samples and testing, resolving auditor queries and managing the process through to completion.</li><li> Taking ownership of revenue recognition and ensuring the appropriate accounting treatment is applied in line with IFRS.</li><li>Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and maintaining robust balance sheet controls.</li><li>Managing and overseeing the outsourced accounting provider, reviewing their work, resolving issues and providing direction where improvements or corrections are required.</li><li>Leading the month-end and year-end close processes, including journals, reconciliations, supporting schedules and management accounts.</li><li>Overseeing payroll, including new starters, leavers, benefits and salary changes, ensuring the process is accurate and compliant.</li><li>Monitoring cash flow and working capital, preparing cash flow projections and highlighting potential cash pressures or opportunities.</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial performance analysis across the business.</li><li>Maintaining the fixed asset and wider asset registers, ensuring assets are accurately recorded, tracked, valued and depreciated.</li><li>Establishing and maintaining strong accounting policies, procedures and internal controls to mitigate financial risk.</li><li>Managing statutory and regulatory compliance requirements, including UK tax and VAT obligations.</li></ul> What We're Looking For <ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA).</li><li>Proven experience in a Financial Accounting position.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly around revenue recognition, IFRS and financial controls.</li><li>Preference for someone who is audit trained and has since moved into a Financial Accounting position within a small to medium-sized business. However, technically proficient industry-trained Financial Accountants will also be considered.</li><li>Strong experience across month-end and year-end close, management accounts, reconciliations and balance sheet governance.</li><li>Experience across payroll, cash flow, working capital and statutory compliance.</li><li>Strong external audit experience, with the ability to manage the audit process and act as the main point of contact for auditors.</li><li>Comfortable working in a hands-on environment where you will need to get into the detail rather than simply manage from a distance.</li></ul> Here's What's Waiting for You <ul><li>£70,000 salary depending on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working from a Central London office.</li><li>A broad Financial Controller role with genuine ownership across the finance function.</li><li>Significant responsibility across financial control, reporting, cash flow, compliance, audit and operational finance.</li><li>Scope to improve existing processes, controls and reporting rather than simply maintaining the status quo.</li><li>An international environment, working closely with senior stakeholders based in both the UK and abroad.</li></ul> Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is a great opportunity for a technically strong accountant looking for a broad Financial Controller position where they can genuinely take ownership of the numbers and have an impact on how the finance function operates. The role offers a good balance between technical accounting and hands-on financial control, alongside exposure to cash flow, working capital, audit, compliance, financial analysis and process improvement. You'll be working closely with senior finance stakeholders and will have the opportunity to strengthen processes, controls and reporting across the business. For someone who enjoys being close to the detail, has strong technical accounting knowledge and wants a role where they can combine financial control with commercial and operational insight, this could be an excellent next move.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNDU5MDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-21T11:35:10Z

Solution Architect

City of London, London
remote
Contract
400 - 500 GBP / Daily
Robert Half have partnered with a market leading consultancy looking to recruit for a Credit Risk focused Solutions Architect on an initial 12 month contract.This position will bridge the gap between business requirements and technical delivery, translating complex challenges into robust, scalable solution designs. You will provide architectural leadership across cloud, application, integration, data, and infrastructure domains, ensuring solutions are secure, auditable, and aligned with best practice.Working closely with stakeholders, delivery teams, and security specialists, you will help shape innovative products, accelerators, and frameworks that support both client delivery and long-term business growth.<h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable solution architectures.</li><li>Produce architecture artefacts including HLDs, LLDs, data flows, sequence diagrams, and integration designs.</li><li>Design logical and physical architectures across applications, integrations, cloud, and data platforms.</li><li>Evaluate build-versus-buy options and assess emerging technologies and cloud services.</li><li>Support project mobilisation, establishing tooling, environments, delivery standards, and engineering best practices.</li><li>Provide architectural guidance throughout the full delivery lifecycle.</li><li>Review technical designs, code, and configurations to ensure alignment with approved architecture.</li><li>Identify and mitigate technical risks early in projects.</li><li>Drive governance, architectural standards, and documentation quality.</li><li>Ensure solutions comply with security and regulatory requirements, including ISO 27001 principles.</li><li>Partner with internal teams to shape new product ideas, frameworks, accelerators, and reusable solutions.</li><li>Embed scalability, security, performance, and maintainability into solution design.</li><li>Contribute to product roadmaps and long-term technology strategy.</li><li>Support the development of AI-enabled and data-driven offerings.</li><li>Collaborate with engineering and analytics teams to drive best practices across modern data platforms.</li><li>Work closely with senior stakeholders to understand business requirements and provide technical leadership.</li><li>Support presales activities, discovery workshops, proposals, and RFP responses.</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor on solution design and technology strategy.</li></ul><h2>Requirements:</h2> <ul><li>Expereince working within Credit Risk and Finical Services </li><li>Proven experience as a Solutions Architect or in a similar architecture-focused role.</li><li>Strong expertise across application, data, integration, and infrastructure architecture.</li><li>Deep understanding of cloud technologies, preferably Microsoft Azure.</li><li>Experience with modern delivery practices including APIs, microservices, DevOps, and CI/CD.</li><li>Strong knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).</li><li>Experience producing architecture documentation including HLDs, LLDs, security models, and data flows.</li><li>Understanding of enterprise security principles, governance frameworks, and identity management.</li><li>Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.</li><li>Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on technical problem solving.</li></ul><h2>Contract:</h2><ul><li>Initial 12 Month Contract </li><li>Competitive Day Rate </li><li>Hybrid Working | 2-3 days per week in London </li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuNTc4MzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-24T14:53:57Z

German speaking Audit Manager

London, London
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
German Speaking Financial Crime Auditor Job Type: Contract PAYE a day rate Location: UK-based Pay: PAYE day rate Location: London-based / On-site 3 days in office Eligibility: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK Job Overview We are seeking a German Speaking Financial Crime Auditor for an immediate contract opportunity supporting a Germany Financial Crimes audit. This assignment is expected to start as soon as possible and is currently anticipated to run through 20 November 2026. This role requires a senior-level professional with strong German financial crime regulatory expertise to support audit activity, review scope completeness, identify gaps, and conduct targeted testing where additional regulatory insight is needed. Key Responsibilities Support a Germany-focused Financial Crimes audit engagement Review audit scope for completeness against German regulatory expectations Identify potential control, compliance, and audit coverage gaps Perform targeted testing in areas requiring specialist regulatory knowledge Provide subject matter expertise on German financial crime regulations and requirements Collaborate with internal audit and stakeholder teams to strengthen audit delivery Advise on regulatory considerations relevant to BaFin and broader German financial crime compliance frameworks Required Skills and Experience Strong knowledge of BaFin regulations and related Financial Crimes requirements Fluent or professional-level German language skills Experience performing or supporting regulatory audits in Germany Strong understanding of financial crime risk, controls, and regulatory expectations Ability to assess audit coverage and identify gaps in scope or testing Preferred Background Senior Auditor with financial crime and regulatory audit experience, or Deep BaFin and German regulatory subject matter expertise, even if not from a traditional audit backgroundRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsaXMuQmFyb24uMzc3NTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-08T08:29:23Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Financial Accountant</h1>London | Hybrid Working | Up to £67,000 PackageRobert Half is exclusively partnering with a market-leading infrastructure business to recruit a Financial Accountant for its high-performing finance team.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys technical accounting, balance sheet control and process improvement within a complex, large-scale environment. The role offers exposure to senior finance leadership and the opportunity to contribute to the development of finance processes and controls across a growing business.<h2>The Role</h2>Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Financial Accountant will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial reporting, managing balance sheet risk and supporting the wider financial control function.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and controls</li><li>Full responsibility for fixed asset accounting and capital expenditure reporting</li><li>Reviewing and improving financial processes and internal controls</li><li>Coordinating internal control and audit activities</li><li>Monitoring and reconciling intercompany balances</li><li>Supporting external reporting requirements</li><li>Assisting with year-end and interim audit processes</li><li>Providing technical accounting guidance to finance and operational stakeholders</li><li>Supporting wider financial control initiatives and projects</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge</li><li>Experience within financial accounting, financial control or audit</li><li>Strong balance sheet and fixed asset accounting experience</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems</li><li>Proactive approach with strong attention to detail</li></ul><h2>Package & Benefits</h2><ul><li>Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office)</li><li>Annual bonus opportunity</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership</li><li>Clear progression opportunities</li><li>Collaborative and supportive finance team</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is exclusively managing this recruitment process. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4yNzYwNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-31T14:45:37Z

Forensic Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Forensic Accountant - Forensic & Financial ClaimsLondonRobert Half is exclusively partnering with a highly regarded specialist professional services firm to recruit a Senior Accountant into their growing London team.This is a genuinely unique opportunity for a newly qualified ACA looking to move away from traditional audit and into a commercially focused, investigative role sitting at the intersection of accounting, insurance, legal services and complex financial disputes.Working as part of a multidisciplinary team of accountants and legal professionals, you will investigate, quantify and report on complex financial losses, supporting major insurance claims across a broad range of industries and jurisdictions.<h3>The Opportunity</h3>You will be involved in high-profile assignments relating to:<ul><li>Financial crime and fraud investigations</li><li>Cyber-related losses and business interruption claims</li><li>Professional negligence matters</li><li>Banking, financial services and fiduciary-related disputes</li><li>Trade credit and political risk claims</li><li>Complex financial loss quantification exercises</li></ul>This is a highly analytical and report-driven role, offering exposure to international assignments, senior stakeholders and intellectually challenging work from day one.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Investigating complex financial loss and insurance claims</li><li>Analysing financial information, business records and supporting evidence</li><li>Preparing detailed written reports for insurers, legal teams and other stakeholders</li><li>Quantifying financial losses and supporting settlement negotiations</li><li>Managing claims from initial notification through to final resolution</li><li>Liaising with clients, insurers, lawyers and other professional advisers</li><li>Supporting business development initiatives and client relationship management</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We are keen to speak with ambitious individuals who combine strong technical accounting skills with exceptional written communication abilities.Requirements:<ul><li>ACA qualified (or recently qualified)</li><li>Trained within accounting practice, ideally in Audit</li><li>Up to 2 years' post-qualified experience</li><li>Strong academic background, ideally from a Russell Group or Red Brick university</li><li>Degree in a non-numerical discipline such as English, History, Law, Geography, Politics or a similar essay-based subject</li><li>Outstanding report writing and written communication skills</li><li>Commercial mindset and intellectual curiosity</li><li>Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Exposure to forensic accounting, investigations or disputes work</li><li>Insurance sector experience</li><li>Additional language skills, particularly Spanish</li><li>Experience producing detailed technical or analytical reports</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Clear progression and fast-track career development</li><li>Exposure to complex, international assignments</li><li>Opportunity to work alongside both accounting and legal specialists</li><li>Diverse and intellectually stimulating caseload</li><li>Strong mentoring and professional development support</li><li>Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package</li><li>Opportunity for international travel</li></ul>This role would particularly suit a newly qualified ACA who enjoys problem-solving, investigation, written analysis and stakeholder interaction, and is looking for an alternative career path outside of traditional finance roles. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi44ODI3My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-31T06:47:47Z

ISO Implementation Consultant

City of London, London
remote
Contract
50 - 70 GBP / Daily
Robert Half are working with a leading payments organisation is looking for an experienced ISO Implementation Consultant to support the development and delivery of its ISO certification programme.This is an initial four-month contract, working approximately 20 hours per week, supporting a Europe-wide programme.The successful candidate will have a strong background in ISO implementation, information security, GRC, technology risk or cyber security, with practical experience advising organisations on ISO requirements and supporting them through certification or audit readiness.The role will combine hands-on ISO expertise with programme management, stakeholder coordination and the development of an effective ISO operating model.<h3>Responsibilities:</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Support the development and delivery of the organisation's ISO certification programme.</li><li>Provide programme management and PMO support across the certification lifecycle.</li><li>Support the development and implementation of an effective ISO operating model.</li><li>Coordinate with internal stakeholders, business teams and external partners.</li><li>Support certification planning, readiness and execution activities.</li><li>Conduct gap assessments and identify areas requiring remediation.</li><li>Support preparation for internal and external ISO audits.</li><li>Review and develop ISO policies, processes, controls and supporting documentation.</li><li>Provide practical advice and guidance to stakeholders on ISO requirements and best practice.</li><li>Track programme actions, risks, issues, dependencies and key milestones.</li><li>Support governance, reporting and stakeholder communications across the programme.</li><li>Help ensure the organisation is appropriately prepared for upcoming certification and audit activity.</li></ul><h3>Experience:</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong commercial experience within ISO, Information Security, Cyber Security, GRC or Technology Risk.</li><li>Proven experience supporting organisations through ISO implementation, certification or audit preparation.</li><li>Strong understanding of ISO standards, controls, governance and certification requirements.</li><li>Experience advising clients or internal stakeholders on ISO requirements and supporting them towards certification.</li><li>ISO-related qualifications such as ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor would be highly desirable.</li><li>Experience carrying out ISO gap assessments, readiness assessments or control reviews.</li><li>Strong programme management / PMO experience, with the ability to manage actions, risks, dependencies and deliverables.</li><li>Comfortable working with senior stakeholders in a client-facing environment.</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate ISO requirements into practical business actions.</li><li>Experience working within financial services, payments or another highly regulated environment would be advantageous.</li><li>Able to work independently and provide structure within a developing certification programme.</li><li>Experience operating across multiple European stakeholders or international organisations would be beneficial.</li></ul><h3>Contract:</h3><ul><li>Contract: Initial 4 months</li><li>Hours: 20 hours per week</li><li>Location: London - Hybrid Working</li><li>Industry: Payments / Financial Services</li><li>Working Pattern: Part-time contract</li><li>Inside IR35 </li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuNjg0NjguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-10T17:12:16Z

Tax Governance & SAO Specialist

City of London, London
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
The engagement involves acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support an audit review of an Investment Bank's Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) governance and testing framework.The focus will be on providing expert advice and guidance throughout the audit, helping to assess whether annual HMRC SAO attestations are supported by:<ol><li>An appropriate controls framework</li><li>A risk-based testing approach</li><li>Robust governance processes</li><li>Alignment with leading market practices</li></ol>The SME would not be responsible for conducting the audit itself, but would provide specialist input and challenge throughout the engagement.Commitment<ol><li>Approximately 15 days of work between now and Christmas</li><li>Spread across a 3-month audit</li><li>Indicative schedule:</li></ol><ol><ol><li>Month 1: ~6 days (scoping and planning)</li><li>Month 2: ~3 days (fieldwork support)</li><li>Month 3: ~6 days (reporting and review)</li></ol></ol><ol><li>All days would be agreed and scheduled in advance</li></ol>Location & Flexibility <ol><li>Remote working is fully supported</li><li>Work can largely be completed in your own time</li><li>Weekend working may be possible if preferred</li><li>Flexibility can be accommodated around other commitments</li></ol>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VGFobWluYS5NYW1ldG92YS4xNjg5NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-28T09:50:52Z