4 results for Directorhead Of Compliance in Newbury, West Berkshire

Senior Finance Officer

Oxford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 43000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnering with Summer Fields School to recruit a Senior Finance Officer. This position plays a central role in the school's finance team, offering a unique opportunity to join one of the country's leading prep schools with a reputation spanning over 160 years. Job Title: Senior Finance OfficerLocation: Summertown, North OxfordSalary: £40,000 - £43,000 depending on experienceFull-time | Small collaborative team | Beautiful 70-acre campusSummer Fields is a full-boarding and day school for approximately 300 boys aged 4-13. The school offers excellent teaching, traditional values and exceptional pastoral care, with outstanding exam results achieved by leavers who regularly win scholarships to top public schools in the country.This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit Bursary team in a friendly, community-focused environment where staff wellbeing is a priority. Many staff have been at the school for years, testament to the positive working culture.The RoleThis is a key role in the school's finance team, ensuring the effective, accurate and timely delivery of core financial operations. This position will lead on fee billing and credit control, nominal ledger activities, and oversees the day‑to‑day running of the Accounts Payable function.As the primary contact for finance‑related enquiries, the Senior Finance Officer helps maintain strong financial controls, supports high‑quality management reporting, and contributes to the overall financial integrity and stewardship of the school. Main duties include:Fee Billing & Credit Control: <ul><li>Prepare, issue and reconcile termly fee invoices, including extras and bursaries.</li><li>Liaise with parents and resolve fee queries.</li><li>Credit control activities: monitor debtor balances and follow up overdue accounts.</li><li>Reconcile fee income to bank receipts and the general ledger.</li></ul> Accounts PayableOversight of the purchase ledger, with day-to-day activities predominantly being carried out by the Finance Assistant:<ul><li>Monitor the finance inbox.</li><li>Ensure accurate coding and authorisation of invoices and timely payment of suppliers.</li><li>Review supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Prepare payment runs, ensuring compliance with internal controls and approvals.</li></ul> Nominal Ledger, Journals & Reconciliations:<ul><li>Maintain accurate nominal ledger records in line with the school's chart of accounts.</li><li>Prepare monthly journals including prepayments, accruals and payroll journals.</li><li>Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Support month, term and year‑end close, ensuring deadlines are met.</li></ul> VAT Returns:<ul><li>Preparation of VAT return workings, including partial exemption calculations and ensuring correct VAT treatment across income and expenditure.</li></ul> Other:<ul><li>Provide timely financial information to the Finance Director and budget holders.</li><li>Assist with preparation of management accounts and analytical reviews.</li><li>Support the annual budgeting process, including collation of departmental information.</li><li>Prepare schedules for the external audit and respond to auditor queries.</li><li>Ensure the finance system is used effectively and identify and implement opportunities to automate and simplify processes.</li></ul> Key skills and experience:<ul><li>Significant experience in a similar finance role, ideally within a school or charity.</li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, able to engage professionally with parents and staff.</li><li>Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.</li></ul> Requirements:<ul><li>Full time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Minimum three days per week on-site in Summertown, Oxford</li></ul> Salary and benefits:<ul><li>6 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Pension - employer contributions of 4% for the first two years of service, 6% after two years</li><li>Group life assurance of three times annual salary</li><li>Private medical insurance provided by the school, which is a taxable benefit</li><li>On-site parking</li><li>Lunch on-site during term time</li><li>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Annual flu vaccination</li><li>Membership of Staff Swimming Club</li><li>Discounted on-site holiday activity clubs</li></ul> SafeguardingSummer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMjk4ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-13T15:08:57Z

Client Manager

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
CLIENT MANAGER - READING - ONSITE - UP TO £45kRobert Half are delighted to be assisting a rapidly growing Accountancy firm with their search in a permanent Client Manager offering up to £45k!This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong client relationships while managing a varied portfolio and supporting the delivery of high-quality financial services.<ul><li>Job Title: Client Manager</li><li>Salary: £40k - £45k depending on experience</li><li>Location: Reading</li><li>Working pattern: Full-time - 5 days onsite</li></ul>Responsibilities: <ul><li>Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of industries.</li><li>Acting as the main point of contact for client queries and providing proactive financial advice.</li><li>Reviewing and overseeing the preparation of accounts, tax returns, and financial statements.</li><li>Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships.</li><li>Supporting clients with business planning, financial forecasting, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Liaising with internal teams to ensure work is completed accurately and within deadlines.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to support clients with additional services.</li><li>Assisting with mentoring and supporting junior team members where required.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Proven experience in a client-facing role within finance or accountancy.</li><li>Strong communication and relationship management skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple client relationships effectively.</li><li>Good technical knowledge of accounts preparation and tax compliance.</li><li>Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuNDYyOTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-09T14:31:47Z

Practice Manager

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
PRACTICE MANAGER - READING - ONSITE - UP TO £70k Robert Half are delighted to be assisting a rapidly growing Accountancy firm with their search in a permanent Practice Manager offering up to £70k! This senior, client-facing leadership position will oversee the day-to-day running of the practice. The successful candidate will manage and develop the team, ensure technical accuracy across all outputs, and support clients with complex accounting and tax matters. This role offers substantial influence over how the practice grows and operates.Things to know: <ul><li>Job Title: Practice Manager </li><li>Salary: £50k - £70k, depending on experience</li><li>Location: Reading </li><li>Working pattern: Full-time - 5 days onsite</li><li>Benefits: private healthcare dental and optical cover, free gym membership and professional development funding </li></ul>Responsibilities: <ul><li>Lead, manage and mentor a multi-disciplinary accounting team.</li><li>Review and sign off accounts, corporation tax returns, VAT returns, self-assessment returns and bookkeeping work.</li><li>Ensure technical accuracy and compliance with best practice and regulatory standards.</li><li>Allocate workflow and resources to meet deadlines while maintaining quality.</li><li>Provide expert support to clients, including advisory meetings and resolving technical queries.</li><li>Drive quality improvements and process optimisation across the practice.</li><li>Oversee cashflow forecasting, budgeting and financial modelling as required.</li><li>Contribute to strategic planning and support the firm through its next growth phase.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Fully qualified (ACA/ACCA).</li><li>Significant experience in an accountancy practice.</li><li>Strong technical competence in: accounts preparation, corporation tax, VAT, bookkeeping, self-assessment, cashflow forecasting, budgeting and financial modelling. </li><li>Proven leadership and team management experience. </li><li>Confident communicator with experience leading client meetings. </li><li>Strong organisational skills and a proactive, improvement-driven mindset. </li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMTUzNTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-09T14:19:34Z

Group Credit Manager

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Group Credit Manager Location: Hybrid - Slough area (3-4 days per week, with occasional travel to other offices) Salary: Highly competitive + comprehensive benefits package<h3>The Opportunity</h3>Reporting into senior finance leadership, this role will hold full responsibility for the credit control and accounts receivable function across the wider group. You will be tasked with driving cash collection performance, improving controls, reducing aged debt, and ensuring the function is scalable to support continued growth.This is a highly visible role with regular interaction across the wider business, requiring someone who can balance strategic leadership with hands-on operational management.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>Strategic Leadership & Ownership * Develop and implement a group-wide credit control strategy aligned to wider business growth and cashflow objectives * Own key performance metrics including DSO, overdue debt, cash collection, and debtor quality * Build a scalable credit function capable of supporting future acquisitions and integration activity * Provide meaningful reporting and insight to senior leadership around collections performance, risk exposure, and improvement opportunitiesTeam Management & Development * Lead and develop a multi-level team including Credit Control Team Leads, Credit Controllers, legacy debt teams, and cash allocation staff * Introduce clear KPIs, accountability frameworks, and service standards across the department * Drive a high-performance culture focused on ownership, continuous improvement, and collaboration * Support succession planning, coaching, recruitment, and resource planning as the business growsCredit Risk & Governance * Review and strengthen credit policies, procedures, and governance frameworks across all entities * Oversee credit limits, risk assessments, provisioning, write-offs, and escalated accounts * Ensure strong compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and financial best practice * Act as the senior escalation point for complex disputes, insolvencies, and high-risk balancesCommercial Business Partnering * Work closely with Managing Directors, Operations, Sales, Billing, and Finance teams to improve collection outcomes * Lead arrears review meetings and challenge stakeholders where action is required * Provide commercial insight into payment trends, customer behaviour, contractual exposure, and collection barriers * Ensure credit risk considerations are embedded into commercial decision-makingReporting, Forecasting & Month-End * Own debtor-related inputs into group cashflow forecasting * Ensure timely month-end close for receivables, reconciliations, ageing reviews, and provisions * Deliver accurate MI on collections performance, overdue balances, and risk trends * Act as key contact for audit queries relating to receivables and credit processesTransformation & Continuous Improvement * Lead projects to improve systems, processes, controls, and automation across the function * Support finance transformation programmes and acquisition integrations * Improve alignment between Credit Control, Billing, and Cash Allocation teams to maximise efficiency and service delivery<h3>Ideal Background</h3>* Extensive experience in senior Credit Control / Credit Management leadership roles * Proven track record leading larger or multi-layered teams * Experience operating in a multi-entity, acquisitive, or fast-growth environment * Demonstrable success improving DSO, reducing aged debt, and enhancing controls * Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders * Commercially astute, analytical, and comfortable working in a changing environment * Hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front<h3>Why This Role?</h3>This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious organisation in a period of continued growth. The role offers real autonomy, visibility, and the chance to shape a critical finance function while developing your career within a progressive business.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uOTcwMTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-01T10:57:47Z