<p><strong>Reporting Accountant - £300 - £350 per day - 3/6-month contract - 1 day in office - West Reading</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>My client requires a Reporting Accountant for a period of 6 months. This is a varied role working for a business that truly values its employees. Ideally the candidate would have experience working in the tech sector but this is not essential.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Job Accountabilities/Targets:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts and financial commentary each month on time and reporting results to the management team.</li><li>Work with the Billing team to improve the financial reporting in preparation for the monthly Management Accounts</li><li>Manage and pay the VAT returns as per HMRC requirements.</li><li>Manage and pay the P11D and PAYE process as per HMRC requirements</li><li>Responsible for accruals and prepayments</li><li>Prepare Balance Sheet reconciliations and explain any significant movements.</li><li>Assist and work with the external auditors as and when required</li><li>Review financial data and prepare weekly, monthly and annual reports</li><li>Ensure financial controls, processes and risks are followed in accordance with those set</li><li>Identify potential process and control weaknesses with recommended solutions.</li><li>Work with FP&A analyst to provide commentary around customer and product profitability.</li><li>Review of projects against budget to ensure billing and classification accuracy.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p>What you will need to be successful:</p><ul><li>Newly qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA (a strong part qualified candidate will be considered)</li><li>Technology sector experience is highly desirable.</li><li>Practice background with a blend of accounting experience advantageous</li><li>Advanced knowledge of Excel (Pivot, vlookup, sumif etc)</li><li>A working knowledge of PowerBI is advantageous</li><li>Proactive & organised with a good attention to detail</li><li>Excellent written and verbal English</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS44OTQyNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Robert Half have partnered with a Gloucester based organisation to support with the recruitment of a year-end accountant.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Title: Year End Accountant/Financial Accountant</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Start: Immediately</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Hybrid: 3 days on site, 2 remote (Gloucester)</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Duration: 3 - 6 months</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Day rate: Up to £420.00 per day</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">You will be responsible for:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Prepare monthly financial statements, including group consolidations and intercompany elimination entries.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Oversee the production of statutory accounts, corporation tax filings, and compliance-related reporting.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Manage IFRS 16 lease accounting, inventory valuation processes, intercompany reconciliations, and the preparation of corporate and deferred tax calculations.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Identify and implement control-focused enhancements to systems and processes, maintaining the internal control framework in partnership with Group Internal Audit.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors, ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate to support an efficient annual audit.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Develop commentary to highlight and interpret the key drivers behind financial performance.</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400 or apply directly to this advert.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjk2NDAzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a highly regarded organisation in Swindon to recruit a Financial Accountant role on a full-time permanent basis. This is a challenging role that will be involved with producing statutory financial statements, financial reporting, business partnering and improving processes. The Financial Accountant role is an exceptional opportunity for someone that is qualified or part qualified in ACCA/ACA/CIMA that is looking for a new challenge or someone that is working within an accountancy practice that is looking for their first move into industry, and be a part of a business that is known for offering long-term and successful careers. The salary is between £50,000 - £58,000 plus bonus, hybrid working and other excellent benefits. </p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the Financial Accountant role will consist of the following: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Preparing statutory financial statements for an assigned business entity. </li><li>Financial reporting; ensuring compliance with IFRS and UK GAAP, providing audit support and documentation.</li><li>Preparing boards packs with commentary and analysis. </li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and control.</li><li>Preparing submissions for the assigned business entity. </li><li>Liaising with auditors; providing supporting information and dealing with queries.</li><li>Business partnering with stakeholders; supporting with projects, querying anomalies. </li><li>Implementing and refining processes on an adhoc basis. </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p> </p><p>To be considered for the Financial Accountant role, you must ideally possess the following skills/experience: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Must have financial accounting experience; in particular preparing/producing financial statements and submissions. </li><li>Experience within an accountancy practice (audit or financial accounting) will also be considered</li><li>Ideally ACCA/ACA/CIMA part qualified or qualified </li><li>Knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Hard work ethic</li><li>Confident user of Excel</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£50,000 - £58,000 annual salary </li><li>Annual bonus </li><li>Hybrid working; 4 days on site, 1 day from home </li><li>Competitive pension scheme </li><li>28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)</li><li>Private health care</li><li>On site parking</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy45MjA1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting a Financial Accountant role on a permanent basis with a growing business based in Cheltenham. This is a hybrid role suiting someone who has recently qualified (or a finalist) with experience of statutory reporting or audit experience.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The role </strong></p><p>The Financial Accountant will play a key role in the business's year end reporting and maintenance of financial controls. The Financial Accountant role would suit someone with experience of working in audit within an accountancy firm, or someone with industry experience with exposure to year end, statutory reporting and IFRS. The role will involve but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Liaising with auditors and leading on the audit.</li><li>Maintaining financial controls.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Preparing financial statements under IFRS.</li><li>Supporting with tax related matters.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile </strong></p><p>The Financial Accountant role would suit someone with the following skills or attributes:</p><ul><li>Newly qualified and upwards ACA / ACCA / CIMA.</li><li>A background in audit within an accountancy firm or industry experience in a financial reporting role.</li><li>Experience within a highly regulated industry such as insurance or financial services would be an advantage.</li><li>Strong communication skills.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Package: </strong></p><ul><li>£45,000-60,000 base salary.</li><li>Private healthcare.</li><li>Competitive pension.</li><li>Hybrid working (2 days from home).</li><li>Subsidised parking.</li><li>Supportive, people-focused culture with a strong emphasis on well being.</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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjkwNzA3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Robert Half are excited to be supporting a well-established and growing highly regulated group based in Cheltenham with the appointment of an experienced Financial Accountant to join them on an initial 6-month project.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">This role has been created to support the business during an exciting period while they recruit this position on a permanent basis. It offers an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant to step into a high-impact role, working closely with the Financial Controller and senior finance stakeholders across the group.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Title: Financial Accountant</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Duration: 6 months</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Rate: Up to £300pd/£60,000 per annum</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Hybrid: 3/2 days split between office and remote.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Start date: Mid-January</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Location: Cheltenham</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;">Key Responsibilities:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;"> </p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Maintaining and strengthening robust financial controls across the group</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Supporting month-end close, including production of the consolidated balance sheet</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Preparing statutory accounts for all group entities and the consolidated group (FRS 102)</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Acting as the main point of contact for external auditors and managing the audit process end-to-end</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Providing technical accounting guidance and preparing accounting position papers</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Leading on acquisition accounting and supporting the group's growth agenda</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Overseeing accounting for overseas entities and liaising with external accountants</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Supporting tax compliance and acting as key contact for tax advisors</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Assisting with covenant reporting, cashflow statements and liquidity forecasting</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Delivering ad-hoc analysis and reporting as required by the Financial Controller and CFO</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;">About You</p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">ACA or ACCA qualified</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly FRS 102</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Confident engaging with auditors and senior finance stakeholders</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Highly organised with excellent attention to detail</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">For more information, or to apply please contact Steph Manley @ Robert Half on 01179 935 400 or apply directly to this advert.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjQ0NTk3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed organisation to appoint a Group Financial Controller. This is a critical leadership role within a complex, multi-site business operating on a significant scale, with an active M&A strategy and a clear medium-term value creation plan.</p><p>Reporting directly to the CFO, you will act as a senior finance leader with end-to-end responsibility for group controllership, financial governance, and integration of acquisitions across a large operational footprint.</p><p> <strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all group financial control, including month-end, statutory reporting, balance sheet ownership, and audit</li><li>Operate as a key finance partner to the PE investors, delivering high-quality reporting, insight, and governance</li><li>Oversee finance operations across 50+ sites/units, ensuring consistency, controls, and scalability</li><li>Own cashflow, working capital, treasury, and covenant reporting</li><li>Play a central role in mergers & acquisitions, including due diligence, integration, and post-acquisition optimisation</li><li>Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, multi-layered finance team</li><li>Support value creation initiatives, systems improvement, and exit readiness</li></ul><p> <strong>Required Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</li><li>Proven experience in a private equity-backed environment</li><li>Senior finance leadership experience within a multi-site business (50+ units essential)</li><li>Strong track record of M&A exposure, including integration of acquired businesses</li><li>Comfortable operating in fast-paced, change-driven environments with high stakeholder visibility</li><li>Commercially astute, hands-on, and able to balance strategic leadership with operational detail</li></ul><p> <strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>£100,000 - £125,000 base salary</li><li>Meaningful equity participation</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Opportunity to play a key role in a value creation and exit journey</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjQ4MzU4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h2 data-start="176" data-end="234">Interim Senior Financial Accountant / Finance Manager</h2><p data-end="362" data-start="235"><strong data-start="235" data-end="248">Location:</strong> Windsor (Hybrid)<br data-start="265" data-end="268" /> <strong data-end="281" data-start="268">Contract:</strong> 3-4 months (potential temp-to-perm)<br data-start="317" data-end="320" /> <strong data-end="329" data-start="320">Rate:</strong> £350-£400 per day (via Umbrella)</p><p data-start="364" data-end="683">Our client, a growing and dynamic business, is seeking an experienced <strong data-end="491" data-start="434">Interim Senior Financial Accountant / Finance Manager</strong> to support the finance function during a busy period of change and growth. This role will suit a hands-on finance professional with strong technical accounting and group reporting experience.</p><h3 data-end="709" data-start="685">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="710" data-end="1679"><li data-end="838" data-start="710"><p data-start="712" data-end="838">Lead the month-end close process, including journals, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets</p></li><li data-start="839" data-end="936"><p data-end="936" data-start="841">Prepare group consolidations and support the production of board packs and statutory accounts</p></li><li data-start="937" data-end="1020"><p data-end="1020" data-start="939">Manage intercompany accounting and support the integration of overseas entities</p></li><li data-end="1110" data-start="1021"><p data-end="1110" data-start="1023">Oversee payroll accounting and reconciliations across UK and international operations</p></li><li data-start="1111" data-end="1211"><p data-end="1211" data-start="1113">Prepare and submit VAT returns, liaising with external advisors on EU VAT matters where required</p></li><li data-start="1212" data-end="1306"><p data-end="1306" data-start="1214">Support the year-end audit process and act as a key point of contact for external auditors</p></li><li data-end="1445" data-start="1307"><p data-start="1309" data-end="1445">Assist with acquisition accounting, including purchase price allocations, opening balance sheets, and integration into group reporting</p></li><li data-start="1446" data-end="1506"><p data-end="1506" data-start="1448">Manage and maintain a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast</p></li><li data-start="1507" data-end="1592"><p data-end="1592" data-start="1509">Drive continuous improvement across financial processes, controls, and automation</p></li><li data-start="1593" data-end="1679"><p data-end="1679" data-start="1595">Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and prepare technical accounting memos as needed</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1681" data-end="1702">Candidate Profile</h3><ul data-end="2053" data-start="1703"><li data-start="1703" data-end="1761"><p data-end="1761" data-start="1705">Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)</p></li><li data-end="1845" data-start="1762"><p data-start="1764" data-end="1845">Strong experience in month-end close, group reporting, and statutory accounting</p></li><li data-end="1914" data-start="1846"><p data-end="1914" data-start="1848">Previous exposure to multi-entity and international environments</p></li><li data-start="1915" data-end="1983"><p data-start="1917" data-end="1983">Confident working in interim roles and able to add value quickly</p></li><li data-start="1984" data-end="2053"><p data-end="2053" data-start="1986">Strong attention to detail with a proactive and hands-on approach</p></li></ul><p data-end="2210" data-start="2055">This is an excellent interim opportunity for a capable finance professional looking to make an immediate impact, with potential for longer-term engagement.</p><p data-is-last-node="" data-end="2266" data-is-only-node="" data-start="2212">For more information or to apply, please get in touch.</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/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNjU4ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Management Accountant - £40.000 - £50.000 - 12 month contract - Reading </strong></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>This is a fixed-term opportunity for a Management Accountant to support the finance function during a period of cover. The role focuses on delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and providing commercial analysis to support operational and management decision-making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports across multiple revenue streams.</li><li>Profitability and margin analysis by project, client, and sales channel, providing commercial insight to support decision-making.</li><li>Ownership of month-end processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, adjustments, and balance sheet reconciliations (including intercompany).</li><li>Preparation and submission of VAT and sales tax returns (UK, EU, and US), ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.</li><li>Support with third-party reporting and contractual financial obligations where required.</li><li>Business partnering with operational teams to support inventory management, operational planning, and commercial activity.</li><li>Assistance with external audits and maintenance of appropriate financial controls.</li><li>Ad hoc financial analysis and support for ongoing finance projects.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with management accounting experience, ideally within an SME</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge with hands-on experience using accounting systems</li><li>Commercially minded with the ability to translate financial data into clear insights for non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Confident communicator with a proactive, hands-on approach.</li><li>Flexible and adaptable, comfortable supporting a wide range of finance and operational activities.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS4xNTY4MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-end="761" data-start="403">Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a large, reputable family-run accounting firm to recruit a <strong data-start="509" data-end="557">Temporary Junior Accountant (ACCA Qualified)</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or early-career accountant to join a supportive, people-focused business with the possibility of a <strong data-end="735" data-start="713">permanent position</strong> for the right individual.</p><p data-start="763" data-end="929">The firm is well-established, highly respected, and prides itself on its collaborative culture, long-term client relationships, and commitment to developing its team.</p><h2 data-end="963" data-start="936"><strong data-end="963" data-start="939">Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><p data-end="1063" data-start="964">As the Junior Accountant, you will support the finance team with a wide range of duties, including:</p><ul data-start="1065" data-end="1675"><li data-start="1065" data-end="1121"><p data-start="1067" data-end="1121">Preparation of <strong data-end="1119" data-start="1082">statutory and management accounts</strong></p></li><li data-start="1122" data-end="1210"><p data-start="1124" 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team</p></li></ul><h2 data-end="2339" data-start="2317"><strong data-start="2320" data-end="2339">What's on Offer</strong></h2><ul data-start="2340" data-end="2691"><li data-end="2419" data-start="2340"><p data-end="2419" data-start="2342">The opportunity to join a highly respected, family-run accountancy practice</p></li><li data-end="2497" data-start="2420"><p data-end="2497" data-start="2422">Competitive temporary contract with genuine <strong data-start="2466" data-end="2495">potential to go permanent</strong></p></li><li data-end="2542" data-start="2498"><p data-end="2542" data-start="2500">A warm and inclusive working environment</p></li><li data-end="2619" data-start="2543"><p data-start="2545" data-end="2619">Exposure to a variety of clients and technical development opportunities</p></li><li data-start="2620" data-end="2691"><p data-end="2691" data-start="2622">Support from Robert Half throughout the hiring and onboarding process</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an 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<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in <strong>Thame</strong> to recruit an <strong>Accountant</strong>. The Accountant will receive a salary up to <strong>£55,000</strong> along with attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote working</strong>! This is a varied role and would best suit an Accountant with <strong>rounded experience</strong>.</p><p>Qualified by experience or part qualified applicants will also be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities;</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and coordinate month end balance sheet reporting for Direct and Indirect channel including intercompany and cash balances reconciliation within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Monthly Direct Channel income statement actual and forecasts submissions to group within agreed deadlines, with supporting analysis and commentary required for monthly reviews with group function.</li><li>Business Partnering with the Direct Channel to support business strategy and growth.</li><li>Budget preparation and submission for Direct Channel.</li><li>Support with internal and external audits management, by promptly providing required evidence and explanations, and proactively addressing any challenges or discrepancies that may arise.</li><li>Preparation and submission of monthly balance sheet reconciliation for review and approval by the Financial Director, ensuring accuracy and completeness (Stock, Accruals, Prepayments)</li><li>Create and maintain user friendly reports, to support monthly analysis of revenue and expenses, including variances and trends.</li><li>Finance expert for data modelling and dashboard creation, working closely with Finance Director and Finance Manager ensuring all reporting/analytical requirements are satisfied.</li><li>In depth analysis of historical data, with a view to providing clear recommendations for the future.</li></ul><p><strong>Key experience and attributes;</strong></p><ul><li>Min 5 years of experience in accounting functions.</li><li>Advanced Excel.</li><li>Power BI and experience in building dashboards</li><li>Excellent communication skills (ability to explain complex rules/processes in a simple manner, ability to communicate on all levels of hierarchy).</li><li>Proactive, with a "can do" attitude and drive for change.</li><li>Previous experience in process mapping and change management</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS40MTAwMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Capital Accountant on behalf of a Specialist Manufacturing business with offices in Bedford.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Capital Accountant you will take responsibility for managing and developing the current reporting process and developing the current fixed asset reporting. Working closely with the Business Project Managers to produce monthly Contract Status reports for presentation to the senior management team. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>First point of contact for all fixed asset issues and accounting, including capital forecasting/budgeting.</li><li>Closely align with the business in its transformation activities relating to capital investment.</li><li>Track and report on capital projects performance against budgets and forecasts.</li><li>Assist the Business transformation team to raise Capital Application forms</li><li>Liaise with Central Finance to set up capital numbers</li><li>Produce a rolling CAPEX forecast</li><li>Develop the current process and set up month end reports on CAPEX spend</li><li>Set up month end reports to monitor and track spend.</li><li>Track and monitor purchase orders to enable the accurate reporting of outstanding commitment.</li><li>Responsibility for budgeting company annual CAPEX.</li><li>Responsible for managing the company Asset verification process and implementing a new verification system.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with Capex/Capital Reporting background within a fast paced complex business with the ability to work across finance and non-finance teams, senior stakeholder groups and wider contacts. This is an excellent opportunity within a changing and developing business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Capital Accountant is based in the office 3 days a week in Bedford 2 from home and offering a salary up to 60K + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDA1NTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> ****GROUP FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER - READING****</p><p> </p><p>My client is a well renowned and established player in the construction sector with a wide network of businesses within its complex group structure. Based from their Reading HQ they now seek to recruit an experienced regional business partner to support the forecasting, budgeting, pricing and performance of three key units within the group. You will work directly with their commercial teams and leadership to influence pricing, contract delivery and revenue recognition throughout the life cycle of each project, and as a result this would require an experienced finance leader with hands on sector experience.</p><p><strong>DUTIES:</strong></p><ul><li>Drive the month end review process and year end close to gain clear understanding of P&L, Cashflow and Balance Sheet performance Financial Planning & Analysis </li><li>Preparation of annual financial budgets and periodic forecasts for P&L, balance sheet and cashflow </li><li>Improve and embed 'FP&A' quality reporting across the finance teams </li><li>Support DFD in improving the quality of commercial insight / commentary of business performance and developing "business partnering" capability </li><li>Prepare and deliver commercial performance reports for internal and external stakeholders </li><li>Drive improvements in reporting tools and processes to ensure accurate, timely data Page 2 of 2 Project Work </li><li>Develop and extend the use of Datarails across the group companies, to improve financial insight and monthly reporting</li><li>Work with other Divisional and Group Finance Teams to standardise and streamline operations through process and systems changes </li><li>Support DFD and company MDs in evaluating business initiatives / commercial proposal</li><li>Support the completion of monthly management accounts, in line with Group deadlines </li><li>Support the integrity of the balance sheet through regular monthly reconciliations and reviews </li><li>Co-ordinating the management of cash flow and cash flow projections across the entities </li><li>Ensure the business follows all required internal procedures and legislation </li><li>Support the annual audit, liaising with the external auditors and other stakeholders </li></ul><p> </p><p>This role would require some limited travel (2-3 days per month initially) to sites in the East and North of the UK</p><p><strong>In return, they can offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Up to £110k P/A based on the experience of the candidate</li><li>Car allowance of £6500 P/A</li><li>Up to 20% performance related bonus</li><li>Competitive health and life pack</li><li>Work from home flexibility 2 days per week</li><li>Other great benefits on application</li><li>And the opportunity to develop under an impressive Group Finance Director.</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/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuODkyMjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half working in an exclusive partnership with a values-led organisation in Cirencester to recruit an Assistant Accountant role on a full-time permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity that will be responsible for the day-to-day transactional accounting activities, whilst supporting with preparation of month-end accounts up to trial balance stage. The Assistant Accountant position is an exceptional opportunity for someone that is studying towards ACCA or CIMA, or someone that is AAT qualified or qualified by experience that is keen to add value and be a part of a company that is known for offering a great culture. The salary is between £35,000 - £40,000 plus excellent benefits and will be an office based role.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong> </p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the Assistant Accountant role will consist of: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Preparing month-end accounts; accruals, prepayments, journals, bank reconciliations, preparing to trial balance.</li><li>Preparing financial reports for the management team. </li><li>Supporting with the accounts payable process; reconciling supplier statements, processing payments and invoices.</li><li>Supporting with accounts receivable tasks; raising invoices, following up with outstanding payments. </li><li>Preparing VAT returns for submission.</li><li>Dealing with queries. </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p> </p><p>To be considered for the Assistant Accountant role, you must possess the following skills/experience: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Must have experience within a similar role and confident supporting with month-end preparation; i.e accruals, prepayments, journals. </li><li>ACCA or CIMA studier, AAT qualified or qualified by experience. </li><li>Strong communication skills. </li><li>Highly organised. </li><li>Good attention to detail. </li><li>Adaptable. </li><li>Good team player. </li><li>Competent user of Excel. </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£35,000 - £40,000 annual salary</li><li>Study support</li><li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) </li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>On site parking </li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy42NjcxNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a sub £10m turnover manufacturing business, part of a much larger group, to recruit an <strong>Interim Financial Controller</strong> for a short-term assignment of 3 to 6 months. Based in Walsall, this role can be delivered on either a full-time or part-time contract basis and will play a critical role in bringing the subsidiary up to parent company standards.</p><p><strong>Overview</strong><br />This is a hands-on Financial Controller role within a circa £5m turnover manufacturing entity operating as part of a complex group structure. The business needs an experienced interim who is comfortable getting into the detail, tightening controls and improving both financial and operational reporting. The focus is less about firefighting and more about professionalising the finance function and aligning it with group expectations.</p><p><strong>The role</strong><br />Reporting into senior group finance, the Interim Financial Controller will take ownership of the day-to-day finance operation while driving improvements in process, reporting and control. You will work closely with operational stakeholders to ensure finance supports the business effectively and meets group standards.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Reviewing and improving financial processes, controls and reporting</p></li><li><p>Bringing local finance practices in line with parent company standards</p></li><li><p>Producing robust management accounts and analysis</p></li><li><p>Improving cost control, stock and manufacturing reporting</p></li><li><p>Supporting operational teams with clearer financial insight</p></li><li><p>Ensuring compliance with group policies and timelines</p></li><li><p>Acting as a hands-on Financial Controller within a small SME environment</p></li></ul><p><strong>Who we are looking for</strong><br />We are looking for an experienced interim Financial Controller with a strong background in manufacturing and SMEs. This role will suit someone who enjoys rolling their sleeves up and working closely with the detail, rather than operating at a purely strategic level.</p><p>You are likely to have:</p><ul><li><p>Proven experience as a Financial Controller within manufacturing</p></li><li><p>Extensive experience working in SME environments</p></li><li><p>A track record of improving processes and controls</p></li><li><p>Experience aligning smaller businesses to group or parent company standards</p></li><li><p>A practical, delivery-focused mindset</p></li><li><p>Availability to commit on a 3 to 6 month basis, either full-time or part-time</p></li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong><br />This is a flexible interim opportunity within a manufacturing business that forms part of a larger group, offering exposure to group reporting standards and meaningful change work.</p><p>On offer is:</p><ul><li><p>A 3 to 6 month contract</p></li><li><p>Flexibility around full-time or part-time engagement</p></li><li><p>A Walsall-based assignment</p></li><li><p>The chance to make a tangible impact quickly</p></li></ul><p>If this role looks of interest, or if you are an accomplished interim finance professional with strong manufacturing and SME experience and would like to get on our radar for similar assignments, please apply now.</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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS45OTM1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working for a world class institution to recruit for Head of Management Accounts based in Bedfordshire</p><p><strong>Salary between £55-65k</strong></p><p>Generous benefits are:</p><ul><li>Life Cover</li><li>Access to a wide range of discounts</li><li>Recognition awards</li><li>Healthcare cashback plans</li><li>Generous holiday benefits</li><li>Contributory pension schemes - 10%!</li><li>Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.</li><li>Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.</li></ul><p>Reporting to the UK Financial Controller, this is an opportunity to lead the UK's management accounts Function, taking responsibility for 3 staff. The company operates the UK, US, France, Germany Finland trading entities with revenues of c.£40m and c.600 employees.</p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Meeting all weekly, monthly and year-end internal reporting deadlines</li><li>Maintaining, improving and controlling the quality of the management accounts</li><li>Delivering accurate and timely financial reporting</li><li>Responsible for the management and development of the management accounting team (3 direct reports)</li><li>Accountable for the compliance of financial statements with Group Accounting policies, IFRS and relevant tax law</li><li>Preparation of subsidiary accounts for external reporting</li><li>Ongoing Balance Sheet control and review</li><li>Continually improving financial processes, including system improvements. Devising and implementing change across the business to drive efficiency</li><li>To provide ad-hoc business finance partnering to operations and group.</li><li>Supporting annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting process</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent with the key skills</li></ul><p><strong>Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Team management</li></ul><p><strong>Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Strong technical accounting background</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li><li>Management and leadership skills</li><li>Solid communication and presentation skills</li><li>Excellent relationship building skills</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMzI1NTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working in an exclusive partnership with a well-established business in Cirencester to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a full-time permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can make a real impact while broadening your skills and expertise in finance. The Assistant Accountant role will be suitable for someone that is qualified by experience or someone that is studying towards their AAT that is looking to add value, and be a part of great company. The role will be fully office based and is offering salary between £30,000 - £35,000 plus study support and other excellent benefits. </p><p> </p><h3 id="about-the-role"><strong>About the Role:</strong></h3><p> </p><p>As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the finance team. Your responsibilities will include:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and handling supplier payments.</li><li>Maintaining financial records and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts.</li><li>Support with the preparation of quarterly VAT returns.</li><li>Collaborating with other departments to support with monitoring spend, revenue recognition and reconciling costs.</li><li>Processing employee expenses. </li></ul><h3> </h3><h3 id="ideal-candidate"><strong>Requirements</strong></h3><p> </p><p>The successful candidate will demonstrate:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Previous experience in a similar role (essential), good understanding of credits and debits.</li><li>Qualified by experience or an AAT studier.</li><li>Strong organisational skills.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Adaptable. </li><li>Strong team player.</li><li>A proactive approach to problem solving and a desire to grow within the role.</li></ul><h3> </h3><h3 id="whats-on-offer"><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></h3><p> </p><ul><li>£30,000 - £35,000 annual salary. </li><li>Study support. </li><li>Annual discretionary bonus. </li><li>Pension scheme. </li><li>23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) </li><li>Flexitime</li><li>Life assurance. </li><li>On site parking.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy44NjAwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Project Accountant on behalf of a Specialist Manufacturing business with offices in Bedford.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Project Accountant Capital Accountant you support all project reporting and forecasting for the business working closely with Project Teams to produce increased WIP reporting and forecasts for presentation to the senior management team and external customers. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Produce Flash Orders, revenue and margin reports</li><li>Contract accounting Revenue recognition IFRS15, margin reporting</li><li>Calculate monthly provision analysis</li><li>Producing a monthly cost of sales forecast</li><li>Produce a contract profitability analysis detailing revenue and margin by contract.</li><li>Produce supporting monthly balance sheet reconciliations for contract Asset and liability balances and provisions.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and 5 year planning</li><li>Attend monthly contract status review meetings</li><li>Attend project profitability meetings, supporting Project managers.</li><li>Attend some bid meetings</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with previous experience within Project Accounting in a fast paced complex business with experience of working with project managers and with excellent excel and spreadsheet modelling skills. You will have the ability to work across finance and non-finance teams, senior stakeholder groups and wider contacts. This is an excellent opportunity within a changing and developing business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Project Accountant is based in the office 3 days a week in Bedford 2 from home and offering a salary up to 60K + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTU4ODYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="83" data-end="237">Finance Manager<br data-end="101" / data-start="98"> Location: Uxbridge (1 day per week in the office)<br data-end="153" data-start="150" /> Salary: c. £65,000 FTE (part-time, 22.5 hours per week)</p><p data-end="237" data-start="83"><br data-end="211" / data-start="208">Robert Half are delighted to be exclusively supporting a well-established, values-led healthcare organisation in the recruitment of a Finance Manager. <strong>This part-time role (0.6 FTE)</strong> offers the opportunity to take ownership of financial reporting, budgeting and business partnering while contributing to vital community services.</p><p data-start="568" data-end="863">Sitting within a collaborative finance team and reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll oversee day-to-day reporting activities, support strategic decision-making, and work closely with both operational and clinical stakeholders. Only one day per week is required in their Uxbridge office.</p><p data-end="1884" data-start="865">The Role<br data-end="876" data-start="873" /> As Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include:<br /> * Leading and developing the work of the Finance Business Partner and Management Accountant<br / data-start="1023" data-end="1026"> * Delivering comprehensive budgeting, forecasting and month-end reporting<br data-end="1102" / data-start="1099"> * Producing detailed variance analysis and providing insight to budget holders and the Board<br data-end="1197" / data-start="1194"> * Supporting and deputising for the Financial Controller where required<br data-end="1271" data-start="1268" /> * Attending key internal and external stakeholder meetings, representing the finance function<br data-start="1364" / data-end="1367"> * Developing costings, pricing models and financial appraisals for new services and proposals<br data-end="1463" / data-start="1460"> * Ensuring statutory, compliance and tax obligations are met with support from external advisors<br data-end="1562" / data-start="1559"> * Identifying opportunities for financial efficiency, improved income and enhanced reporting<br data-start="1654" / data-end="1657"> * Building relationships with partners across the wider health economy<br / data-start="1727" data-end="1730"> * Supporting year-end processes, including reconciliations and analysis<br data-start="1801" / data-end="1804"> * Contributing to continuous improvement across financial processes and controls</p><p data-start="1886" data-end="2484">About You<br / data-start="1895" data-end="1898"> The ideal candidate will be:<br /> * ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong post-qualification experience<br data-start="1998" / data-end="2001"> * Skilled across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and analysis<br / data-start="2074" data-end="2077"> * Comfortable influencing senior stakeholders and presenting financial information clearly<br data-end="2170" / data-start="2167"> * Experienced working in a multi-disciplinary finance team<br data-end="2231" / data-start="2228"> * Highly organised, proactive and adaptable, with excellent attention to detail<br data-start="2310" / data-end="2313"> * Strong in Excel and confident using modern accounting systems (QuickBooks experience desirable)<br data-end="2413" / data-start="2410"> * Experience in healthcare or the NHS is advantageous but not essential</p><p data-end="2761" data-start="2486">Why This Role?<br data-end="2503" data-start="2500" /> * Meaningful finance position with influence across a growing organisation<br data-end="2580" / data-start="2577"> * Part-time flexibility (22.5 hours per week)<br data-end="2628" data-start="2625" /> * Purpose-driven environment supporting essential services<br data-end="2689" data-start="2686" /> * Opportunity to impact both operational and strategic decision-making</p><p data-start="2763" data-end="2920">If you're looking for a broad, impactful Finance Manager role with flexibility and purpose, apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuODA1MTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be recruiting a Group Financial Controller role with a growing SME based in Swindon. This is a technically focussed role that would suit an ambitious and forward thinking individual with a strong reporting or audit background.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The role </strong></p><p>The Group Financial Controller will oversee the day to day running of the finance team (5-10) which will include but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Statutory reporting and managing the year end process.</li><li>Liaising with external auditors and managing the audit.</li><li>Maintaining accounting controls under IFRS and making improvements where appropriate.</li><li>Overseeing the month end process.</li><li>Team management to include 1:1s, performance reviews, development and upskilling where required.</li><li>Business partnering with the senior leadership team.</li><li>Cashflow forecasting, managing forex and international payments/transactions.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The Group Financial Controller role would suit someone with proven leadership experience, a can-do attitude and a strong technical accounting background. Desired key skills attributes include:</p><ul><li>ACA/ACCA qualified from a top 20 recognised firm with 4+ years PQE.</li><li>Experience of auditing or working in large/complex organisations.</li><li>Forward-thinking, can-do attitude with a solutions orientated mindset.</li><li>Proven leadership experience, preferably with experience of developing teams.</li><li>Driven, ambitious and career orientated.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>£75-95k base salary.</li><li>Bonus scheme.</li><li>Hybrid working: 3 days onsite minimum.</li><li>Flexible working.</li><li>Onsite parking.</li><li>Wider extensive benefits package.</li></ul><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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjQzMDk0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Role: </strong>Finance Business Partner</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> West Midlands (Hybrid)</p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established organisation within the project-based professional services sector to recruit a Finance Business Partner. This is a high-impact, commercially focused role supporting senior operational leadership within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Finance Director, with a reporting line into the Regional GM, the Finance Business Partner will play a critical role in providing insight, challenge and decision support to drive business performance.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial & Management Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in line with group accounting policies</li><li>Post and review general ledger journals</li><li>Monitor and report off-balance sheet commitments</li><li>Apply technical accounting expertise to ensure correct treatment of transactions</li></ul><p><strong>Business Partnering</strong></p><ul><li>Partner closely with operational leaders and project managers to support project performance</li><li>Coach and train stakeholders on project accounting systems and financial controls</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor, translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insights</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Planning & Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial reports</li><li>Analyse KPIs including invoice lag, debtors, variances and productive hours</li><li>Lead monthly project reviews alongside the General Manager</li><li>Provide performance analysis and recommendations to improve commercial outcomes</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting</strong></p><ul><li>Play an active role in annual budget preparation</li><li>Support quarterly reforecasting and long-range planning</li><li>Track performance against budget, producing variance analysis and corrective actions</li><li>Support control of overhead spend in line with agreed budgets</li></ul><p><strong>Cash Management</strong></p><ul><li>Maximise invoicing efficiency and oversee effective credit control</li><li>Identify cost drivers and opportunities for cost reduction</li><li>Ensure supplier set-up and payments comply with internal controls and agreed terms</li></ul><p><strong>Governance, Control & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure all reporting is delivered in line with group timetables</li><li>Lead internal control reporting for the business unit</li><li>Support internal and external audits</li><li>Ensure compliance with group policies and procedures</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Contribute to business unit administration and wider reporting (e.g. sustainability, HR, statutory data)</li><li>Support strategic initiatives and business improvement projects</li><li>Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis for new opportunities and operational changes</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Minimum of 2 years' post-qualified experience in FP&A, business partnering</li><li>Strong experience working in a business partnering or project-based environment</li><li>Able to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders</li><li>Strong relationship builder with the ability to influence at all levels</li><li>Commercially minded with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>High attention to detail, quality-focused and deadline-driven</li><li>Strong Excel skills; PowerPoint and Word proficiency essential</li><li>SAP knowledge desirable</li><li>Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Hybrid working model</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making</li><li>A commercially focused role with real influence on business performance</li><li>Opportunity to grow within a complex, project-led organisation</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuNjkwMjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, investment-led business in Birmingham to appoint a <strong>Financial Controller</strong>.</p><p>This is a newly created role following a period of sustained expansion and private investment, offering significant exposure to the senior leadership team and a clear route to Finance Director as the business continues its growth trajectory.</p><p>Working closely with the CFO, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, lead a small team, and help shape the financial strategy as the business scales - both organically and through acquisition.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, controls, and month-end close.</li><li>Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.</li><li>Lead, mentor and develop a small, high-performing finance team.</li><li>Implement process improvements and strengthen financial governance.</li><li>Support the integration of new acquisitions and drive reporting consistency across the group.</li><li>Prepare insightful financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA qualified, ideally trained in a Big 4 or top-tier accounting firm.</li><li>Looking for a<strong> </strong>first or second move from practice into an ambitious, high-growth business.</li><li>Strong technical grounding in financial reporting and controls, with the confidence to partner at board level.</li><li>Commercially minded, with the ability to balance day-to-day rigour with strategic input.</li><li>Proactive, curious, and driven - someone who wants to make an impact in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.</li></ul><p>This role offers a genuine opportunity to build a career in a dynamic, forward-thinking business backed by ambitious investors.</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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS43MDA1NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Large Financial Services client with offices in Northampton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support the Finance Director and oversee all finance and payroll activity,. You will help to prepare all internal and external financial reporting as well as providing expert timely and insightful financial analysis, to support the business in maximising profitability and efficiency. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts and other financial reports including budgets and KPIs.</li><li>Produce high quality monthly consolidated and entity management accounts, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, to agreed deadlines with supporting operational analysis.</li><li>Undertake analysis as required on company performance, highlighting areas of concern or risk.</li><li>Develop analysis as required to support the development and subsequent measurement of sales strategies.</li><li>Manage forecasts for the annual business plan and report monthly cost actuals against business plans.</li><li>Present reports to senior management to assist with business planning and decision making and goal achievement.</li><li>Oversight of AP and AR</li><li>P+L Reviews</li><li>Payroll Processing</li><li>Team Management</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ideally from within a Practice environment with prior experience working in a Finance Manager or Financial Controller position and with experience of producing monthly consolidated management accounts for a group of companies. In addition you will have strong reporting and process improvement exposure with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and performance/risk analysis This is an excellent Senior Opportunity within a fast paced, growing organisation.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is working on a 5 days a week basis in the office in Northampton from their impressive offices and is paying £70-80K + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTE1MzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title: Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Coventry (Hybrid)</p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-time and Permanent</p><p><strong>Reports To:</strong> Founders / Owners of the Business</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £85,000</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a fast-growing Coventry-based SME expanding rapidly across the UK and the US. As they scale our operations, we are looking for a proactive and driven Financial Controller to take full ownership of their finance function. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-growth business at a pivotal stage and play a key role in shaping the financial future of the company.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Financial Controller, you will be the number one in finance, responsible for leading and developing all financial processes, controls and reporting across the business. You will be hands-on in the day-to-day operations while also providing strategic insight to support decision-making at senior level. This role will suit someone who is motivated, ambitious, and eager to grow with the business as they expand internationally.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Finance Leadership & Ownership</strong></p><ul><li>Take full responsibility for the end-to-end finance function</li><li>Partner closely with the business owners to provide financial insight and strategic recommendations</li><li>Develop and implement robust financial controls, processes and systems</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements and board reporting</li><li>Ensure compliance with UK and US accounting standards and statutory requirements</li><li>Oversee tax submissions and liaise with external accountants (UK and US)</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the budgeting and forecasting process</li><li>Produce insightful financial analysis to support commercial decisions</li><li>Monitor company performance and highlight opportunities, risks and trends</li></ul><p><strong>Cashflow & Investment Management</strong></p><ul><li>Manage cashflow forecasting and working capital</li><li>Support the owners with investment planning, modelling and due diligence</li><li>Oversee banking and investment activity.</li></ul><p><strong>US Expansion & Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure accurate accounting and reporting for US operations</li><li>Maintain understanding of US GAAP and relevant tax requirements</li><li>Support operational teams as the company grows across America</li></ul><p><strong>Operational & Hands-On Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day finance tasks (AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, month-end)</li><li>Implement process improvements and optimise financial workflows</li><li>Work with external auditors, advisors and tax partners</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>We are looking for someone who is:</strong></p><ul><li>Proactive, self-motivated and comfortable owning the finance function</li><li>Ambitious and eager to grow with a scaling business</li><li>A natural problem-solver who thrives in a fast-moving environment</li><li>Comfortable working hands-on while thinking strategically</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Essential Experience & Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or QBE (Qualified by Experience)</li><li>Experience in an SME environment, ideally as a Financial Controller or similar role</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards</li><li>Understanding of US GAAP, US tax considerations and cross-border operations</li><li>Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Interested? Please reach out to find out more!</strong></p><p><strong></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/QW1yaXQuU2hva2VyLjQ3OTMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working in partnership with a well recognised, forward thinking company in Swindon to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a full-time permanent basis. This is a brilliant opportunity that will cover a broad range of duties such as bank reconciliations, cash flow forecasting and reporting, as well as balance sheet management. The Assistant Accountant role is a great opportunity for someone that is studying towards AAT/CIMA/ACCA or someone that is qualified by experience that is looking for a new challenge. The salary is between £30,000 - £34,000 plus study supporting, hybrid working and an annual bonus. </p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the Assistant Accountant role will consist of: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Bank reconciliations </li><li>Cash flow forecasting</li><li>Cash flow reporting </li><li>Balance sheet management </li><li>Reconciling transactions</li><li>Monitoring/maintaining bank accounts</li><li>Supporting with finance related projects on an adhoc basis</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong> </p><p> </p><p>To be considered for the Assistant Accountant, you must ideally possess the following skills/experience: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Must have experience dealing with cash/banking or payments/transactions.</li><li>AAT/CIMA/ACCA studier or qualified by experience. </li><li>Good attention to detail </li><li>Good team player</li><li>Excellent communicator </li><li>Highly organised</li><li>Confident user of Excel </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£30,000 - £34,000 annual salary </li><li>Study support</li><li>Hybrid working; 1 day from home</li><li>Annual bonus scheme</li><li>25 days annual leave </li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>On site parking </li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4zMjc4MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be supporting an organisation in Gloucester on the recruitment of a full-time and permanent Finance Business Partner to join the team.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, and with line management responsibilities for a small team, you will play a pivotal role in the running, functioning and growth of the Finance function.</p><p>The ideal candidate will be proactive, driven and a problem solver. There are numerous exciting career progression opportunities within this position and the organisation for the right person.</p><p>Our client adopts a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home), although you must be prepared to be fully office based for the initial 6 months.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities of the Finance Business Partner will include but not be limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead budget planning, monitoring, and reporting across business units.</li><li>Act as a primary finance contact for senior leadership within the business, providing strategic financial advice and support decision making through robust analysis and forecasting.</li><li>Lead and mentor finance and procurement staff, promote cross-functional working, and contribute to organisational development through training and support.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, statutory returns, and audit support.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile: </strong></p><ul><li>Preferably, you will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), but we are open to part-qualified/studiers and candidates who are qualified by experience, as long as you have the willingness to become qualified.</li><li>Strong proven experience in managing operational budgets, interpreting complex financial data and delivering strategic financial support.</li><li>Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to lead and motivate teams.</li><li>Advanced Excel, and data presentation capabilities.</li></ul><p>In return, the successful candidate can expect a salary of between £60-70k plus benefits including study support, a generous pension scheme (18%), 24 days holiday and 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/RWxsaWUuQ2x1dHRvbi44MTg2Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
