<p><strong>Financial Controller - Buckingham, UK - Exclusive retained position with Robert Half</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Buckingham, UK (<strong>onsite</strong> with potential 1 day WFH after onboarding)<br /> <strong>Reports To:</strong> VP Finance - Mobile Europe (Germany)<br /> <strong>Direct Reports:</strong> 2</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> </p><ul><li><p>The full package will be:</p><ul><li>Competitive Base Salary</li><li>10% bonus based on Company EU results</li><li>Pension (% contribution can be negotiated)</li><li>25 days of holiday</li><li>Health & Safety Insurance</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p>Manitowoc is a <strong>US-headquartered company (Milwaukee, WI)</strong> with around <strong>5,000 employees worldwide</strong>. A global leader in <strong>lifting solutions</strong>, the business designs, manufactures, and services some of the world's most advanced <strong>mobile and tower cranes</strong>.</p><ul><li><strong>Products:</strong> Mobile cranes and tower cranes, with a wide product range across lifting solutions.</li><li><strong>Production:</strong> Plants in the US, China, India, and other strategic markets.</li><li><strong>Sales & Service:</strong> Global footprint with strong aftermarket support (maintenance, spare parts, customer training).</li><li><strong>Market Position:</strong> One of the original players in the crane industry and a top-three global manufacturer, competing with Liebherr (Germany), Tadano (Japan), and Chinese OEMs.</li></ul><p>In the UK, Manitowoc operates from <strong>Buckingham</strong> with a <strong>team of 50 employees</strong>, focused on <strong>sales and aftersales</strong> for the UK & Ireland. The local business generated <strong>£35m turnover</strong> in 2023.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is a <strong>management-level Financial Controller position</strong> to lead the UK finance function. The role is available due to the upcoming <strong>retirement of the current FC</strong> at the end of 2025.</p><p>You will oversee all finance and accounting operations in the UK entity, ensure compliance with <strong>UK GAAP, US GAAP, and statutory reporting</strong>, and provide strong business partnering to sales, service, and aftersales operations.</p><p>You will also play a key role in <strong>consolidation reporting to the US</strong>, liaising with European finance (Germany) and Group finance in the US.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the <strong>UK finance function</strong> (3 people) - including accounting, reporting, tax, and treasury.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with UK GAAP, US GAAP, and local statutory/tax obligations.</li><li>Prepare and review <strong>monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting</strong> (P&L, balance sheet, forecasts, statutory accounts).</li><li>Manage <strong>budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</strong> for the UK entity.</li><li>Supervise <strong>audit processes</strong> and liaise with external auditors and tax authorities.</li><li>Provide <strong>business partnering</strong> to sales and aftersales teams, including pricing, margins, and project analysis.</li><li>Oversee treasury and cash flow management for UK operations.</li><li>Support general site management in Buckingham (HR, property, compliance).</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (<strong>FCCA, ACA, or equivalent</strong>) with 8-10+ years' experience.</li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>UK GAAP and US GAAP</strong>.</li><li>Background in an <strong>international environment</strong> with reporting to group HQ.</li><li>Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial equipment businesses ideal.</li><li>Hands-on leader, able to manage a <strong>small finance team</strong>.</li><li>Advanced Excel and ERP systems (SAP preferred).</li><li>Fluent English (additional European language such as German or French a plus).</li></ul><p><strong>Working Conditions</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Office-based in Buckingham Full time</strong></li><li>Collaborative, international environment.</li><li>Exposure to both UK operations and wider EMEA/US group structures.</li></ul><p>This is a great opportunity for a <strong>hands-on Financial Controller</strong> who enjoys working in a <strong>global manufacturing environment</strong> but also likes the <strong>closeness of a small UK site team</strong>.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMDYzMjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a business in West Midlands to recruit a permanent Head of Data Products to lead the strategy, development, and delivery of high-impact data products. This is a senior leadership role where you'll shape the roadmap, drive adoption, and unlock new commercial value streams from data.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll own the end-to-end lifecycle of data products, defining vision, setting priorities, and ensuring delivery that makes a tangible difference. Your remit spans building external revenue opportunities, embedding data-driven decision-making internally, and leading cross-functional squads to execute at pace.</p><p><strong>About You </strong></p><ul><li>Significant leadership experience in data product management, analytics, or data delivery.</li><li>Strong grasp of cloud data platforms, analytics tooling, and governance best practice.</li><li>Proven ability to define and execute roadmaps that drive measurable business outcomes.</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary - up to £95,000</li><li>Hybrid working - 1-2 days a week in Birmingham</li><li>Bonus of up to 15%, car allowance</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um94eS5MYXcuMjk5ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><p>Robert Half Accountancy and Finance are partnering with a firm known globally for its premium range of products - with a reputation for quality, innovation and always with a consumer focus.</p><p> </p><p>We are looking to hire a commercially minded Management Accountant to join the UK HQ finance team near High Wycombe.</p><p><br /> As Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making across the UK business.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Duties: </strong></p><ul><li>Own the month-end process, producing accurate, timely management accounts that drive action.</li><li>Deliver sharp P&L analysis, surfacing trends and explaining variances to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Safeguard balance sheet integrity with watertight reconciliations and clear ownership.</li><li>Lead on statutory reporting so the business stays fully compliant.</li><li>Partner with commercial and operations teams to improve cost control and performance visibility.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting cycles with data-led insight and healthy challenge.</li><li>Streamline reporting and processes, enhancing controls and efficiency across finance.</li><li>Contribute to wider projects (systems/reporting enhancements, new initiatives) that support growth.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>What we're looking for:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent).</li><li>Extensive management accounting experience, as well as prior exposure to FMCG or product-led, retail financial accounting.</li><li>Experience working with stock/inventory or product-based environments.</li><li>Previous exposure to e-commerce, retail, or FMCG industries is highly desired.</li><li>Confident communicator who can translate finance for non-finance stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Why this role could be your next move:</strong></p><p>This role offers the best of both worlds: Management accounting responsibility alongside real commercial exposure. You'll be close to the numbers but also close to the action, working with teams across the business to explain performance and influence decisions.</p><p> </p><p>Because this is a fast-growing group, you'll see variety in your work, the pace will keep things interesting, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to add value beyond the month-end. It's the kind of role where you'll be trusted to take ownership, build strong relationships, and make a clear impact - while also setting yourself up for the next step in your career.</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/SmFtZXMuQWRleS43ODcwNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Commercial Finance Manager on behalf of a specialist Manufacturing business with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Finance Manager you will report to the Head of Commercial Accounting and take responsibility for the management and cost accounting for the business, sales and performance analysis and support across financial control and accounting teams. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts</li><li>Monthly reconciliation of all control, balance sheet and bank accounts.</li><li>Management of all accounting accruals and prepayments</li><li>Raw Material and Stock Management</li><li>Standard Costing</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Data and analysis management</li><li>Factory and Plant support and efficiency improvement </li><li>Bill of materials</li><li>Labour recovery rate reporting</li><li>Staff management and development</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You can be Qualified or QBE but you MUST have experience of working across a manufacturing/product based business or within a Service/WIP lead environment. This is an excellent newly created role to work within an interesting organisation which works across a specialist field.</p><p>Company</p><p>The business is at the forefront of technology and change within its market. Role of Commercial Finance Manager is newly created and offers an excellent growth opportunity for someone with experience across manufacturing or similar industries.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Commercial Finance Manager in Milton Keynes will be based 5 days in the office initially with a review period once up to speed. Salary is up to 75K Depending on Experience.</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMjA2MjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong><br /> Our client, a global organisation within the IT & Software industry, is seeking an experienced Hungarian Markets Billing specialist to take ownership of complex order processing, billing, and collections activities.</p><p> </p><p>This senior role is based near Bracknell and plays a pivotal part in maintaining the financial health of the business by ensuring the accurate management of customer orders, invoicing, and debt recovery - all while delivering an exceptional customer experience.</p><p> </p><p>The ideal candidate will have deep expertise across the Hungarian and UK Order to Cash cycle, from order entry through to collections, and will be comfortable handling high-value accounts in EU.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Order Management</p><ul><li>Process EU customer orders from receipt to fulfilment, ensuring accuracy and adherence to agreed terms.</li><li>Validate order details and activate new customer accounts within internal systems.</li><li>Oversee updates to price groups, contract revisions, and product migrations.</li><li>Support technical checks related to customer access and interface setup.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to resolve order or access-related queries promptly.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Billing & Invoicing</p><ul><li>Generate, review, and issue EU invoices accurately and on time.</li><li>Ensure billing data complies with internal policies and external regulations.</li><li>Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies in coordination with sales and customer service.</li><li>Analyse billing data to identify process gaps or improvement opportunities.</li><li>Prepare billing reports and present findings to management.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Collections & AR Management</p><ul><li>Manage the most complex and high-value EU accounts, negotiating settlements and payment plans to maximise recovery.</li><li>Communicate with customers via multiple channels to resolve disputes and secure payment.</li><li>Monitor and document all EU payment activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Escalate high-risk accounts when necessary and make recommendations for legal or third-party action.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Data, Reporting & Compliance</p><ul><li>Analyse EU customer and billing data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for optimisation.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accurate records, collection reports, and performance metrics.</li><li>Ensure adherence to all applicable UK laws and regulations governing billing and collections.</li><li>Implement and uphold internal controls to protect data and maintain confidentiality.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience across the end-to-end Order-to-Cash process, including billing and collections.</li><li>Strong knowledge of relevant Hungarian & UK regulations and Transactional accounting principles.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP or billing software.</li><li>Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.</li><li>High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Proven ability to mentor and support junior colleagues.</li><li>Customer-focused with a solutions-driven mindset.</li><li>Multi-lingual capability in both Hungarian and English is essential.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.</li><li>Hybrid working patterns</li><li>Opportunity to influence key process improvements within a respected global organisation.</li><li>Supportive, collaborative team culture with scope for career progression.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>If you're a results-driven, Hungarian speaking Billing and OTC professional with a passion for accuracy, customer service, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p> </p><p>nuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuQWRleS42NTk4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong><br /> Our client, a global organisation within the IT & Software industry, is seeking an experienced Romanian Markets Billing specialist to take ownership of complex order processing, billing, and collections activities.</p><p> </p><p>This senior role is based near Bracknell and plays a pivotal part in maintaining the financial health of the business by ensuring the accurate management of customer orders, invoicing, and debt recovery - all while delivering an exceptional customer experience.</p><p> </p><p>The ideal candidate will have deep expertise across the Romanian and UK Order to Cash cycle, from order entry through to collections, and will be comfortable handling high-value accounts in EU.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Order Management</p><ul><li>Process EU customer orders from receipt to fulfilment, ensuring accuracy and adherence to agreed terms.</li><li>Validate order details and activate new customer accounts within internal systems.</li><li>Oversee updates to price groups, contract revisions, and product migrations.</li><li>Support technical checks related to customer access and interface setup.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to resolve order or access-related queries promptly.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Billing & Invoicing</p><ul><li>Generate, review, and issue EU invoices accurately and on time.</li><li>Ensure billing data complies with internal policies and external regulations.</li><li>Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies in coordination with sales and customer service.</li><li>Analyse billing data to identify process gaps or improvement opportunities.</li><li>Prepare billing reports and present findings to management.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Collections & AR Management</p><ul><li>Manage the most complex and high-value EU accounts, negotiating settlements and payment plans to maximise recovery.</li><li>Communicate with customers via multiple channels to resolve disputes and secure payment.</li><li>Monitor and document all EU payment activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Escalate high-risk accounts when necessary and make recommendations for legal or third-party action.</li><li>Mentor and support junior collection staff on complex cases.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Data, Reporting & Compliance</p><ul><li>Analyse EU customer and billing data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for optimisation.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accurate records, collection reports, and performance metrics.</li><li>Ensure adherence to all applicable UK laws and regulations governing billing and collections.</li><li>Implement and uphold internal controls to protect data and maintain confidentiality.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience across the end-to-end Order-to-Cash process, including billing and collections.</li><li>Strong knowledge of relevant Romanian & UK regulations and Transactional accounting principles.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP or billing software.</li><li>Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.</li><li>High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Proven ability to mentor and support junior colleagues.</li><li>Customer-focused with a solutions-driven mindset.</li><li>Multi-lingual capability in both Romanian and English is essential.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.</li><li>Hybrid working patterns</li><li>Opportunity to influence key process improvements within a respected global organisation.</li><li>Supportive, collaborative team culture with scope for career progression.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>If you're a results-driven, Romanian speaking Billing and OTC professional with a passion for accuracy, customer service, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuQWRleS42MDA4MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
