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Finance Director
  • Swindon, Wiltshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 120000 - 150000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p style="text-align: justify;">Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Happy Days, a Private Equity backed multi-site single operations group operating within the Nurseries and Pre-Schools sector in their search for a Finance Director. This is a newly created role following the recent decision to create a new hub in Wiltshire to support ongoing growth across the business.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Reporting to the CFO and as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team this role will be critical to shaping the long-term direction of the business alongside driving efficiencies through the finance function to provide tangible insight and value to stakeholders. You will lead the creation of a new Hub in Wiltshire, helping to underpin the Group's expanding footprint. You will lead continuous improvement and transformation initiatives across the breadth of finance whilst delivering strong financial management, effective business partnering and aiding decision making.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>About Happy Days…</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Happy Days opened their first nursery in 1991, fast forward 35 years and they now operate 44 nurseries and pre-schools across the South UK and Wales, delivering exceptional childcare and education every day! A growth journey that continues every day with an underlying ethos to support children to become strong and motivated learners for life. Taking care of 2000+ children and currently employing around 1500 team members, their passion for inspiring the next generation is at the heart of their mission</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>The Finance Director Role…</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;">You will be at the forefront of crafting the finance function within Swindon following the decision to create a second Hub, this will be balanced with ongoing M&amp;A activity with further acquisitions and expansions on the horizon. The Finance Director will be tasked with providing efficiencies through business-as-usual areas such as month end, year end and reporting to shorten close cycles and deliver strong insight to the senior leadership team and investors.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">The Finance Director will oversee a team of circa 16 inclusive of 3 direct reports, acting as a true strategic leader through the group whilst developing and mentoring a high performing team. Alongside this, key responsibilities will include:</p><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Accountable for accuracy and integrity of core finance deliverables such as month end, year end, consolidations, statutory requirements and compliance</li><li>Develop and monitor key performance indicators across the group ensuring accountability across all levels and providing valuable insight and analysis relevant to finance and non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Provide insight and due diligence for M&amp;A activity, owning and improving the integration strategy to allow for planned buy and build activities</li><li>Own the optimisation of finance related systems inclusive of the main ERP, reporting/consolidation tools and provide suggestions across automation and AI opportunities</li><li>Lead and develop FP&amp;A/Commercial activities turning raw data into effective reporting and visualisation that is digestible and actionable for all levels</li><li>Manage external relationships such as investors, auditors, banks, tax authorities and legal advisors</li><li>Work closely with the CFO and Investors on additional reporting requirements and ad-hoc information requests</li></ul><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>About you…</strong></p><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>A self-motivated, high-energy leader with evidence of developing high performing teams</li><li>Significant change and transformation experience, ability to evaluate gaps in process and systems before delivering solutions in a cost-efficient manner</li><li>Prior multi-site single operations or multi-revenue streams experience</li><li>Previous experience within a PE backed environment ideally within a buy and build strategy</li></ul><p style="text-align: justify;">The successful candidate will need to be 5 days on site in first 6 months as the new Hub is established, 3 days on site thereafter</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>What's on offer…</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;">£120k to £150k basic salary, 30% bonus, 10% non-contributory pension and a range of attractive benefits including car allowance, enhanced leave, performance related rewards, Life Assurance and an exhaustive Employee Assistance &amp; Wellbeing package </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/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci4yNTc1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-07-23T13:45:43Z
Credit Controller
  • Wallingford, Oxfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 29000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation based in <strong>Wallingford</strong> to recruit a <strong>Credit Controller</strong>. The Credit Controller will receive a salary of up <strong>£30,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits including <strong>mostly remote working</strong>, you only need to be in the office 2 days per month.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities;</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Call and e-mail customers to discuss and collect payments</li><li>Make notes of findings in the accounting system for reference</li><li>Review aged debt report daily to identify overdue debt</li><li>Provide special focus on the collection of aged (6 month +) and problematic debt</li><li>Help to facilitate the resolution of customer queries with the appropriate internal staff to ensure payment is received</li><li>Manage credit referencing</li><li>Monitor credit limits and payment terms</li><li>Input cash receipts daily to identify outstanding remittances</li><li>Allocate cash received and reconciliation of customer accounts</li><li>Send out overdue account statements and further reminders in line with Company Control Policy</li><li>Prepare cash and age debtor reports. To distribute to accurate reports in a timely manner as required.</li><li>Working alongside Business Unit Managers to help drive KPI targets</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>ERP System experience</li><li>A demonstrated ability to process large quantity of data quickly and effectively and to deliver results</li><li>Strong commercial acumen and financial analysis skills</li><li>Excellent IT skills including a high level of proficiency in Excel</li><li>Good communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>You will have a strong work ethic and be highly organised and methodical</li><li>Solution-focused, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.</li><li>Persistent and resilient under pressure, with a good sense of humour</li><li>You will be detailed oriented and accurate with the ability to review your own work and detect and fix errors prior to your managers review</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMzgwNjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-07-16T15:52:51Z
Financial Controller
  • City of London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 135000 - 140000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Financial Controller | Real Estate Development | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £140,000 | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Financial Controller to join a growing, international real estate development business on a permanent basis, based in Central London.</p><p>This is a senior leadership role within a growing EMEA business, offering the opportunity to lead a multi-country controllership function, partner directly with executive leadership, and shape financial reporting, governance, and controls across a complex international structure.</p><p>The business operates across large-scale real estate development and investment projects throughout Europe, with a focus on high-value commercial and logistics assets. Backed by a major global organisation, the platform combines the pace and entrepreneurial culture of a growing business with the technical rigour and reporting standards of a US-listed environment. This role sits at the centre of that balance, requiring both exceptional technical capability and the confidence to influence at the highest levels.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Position</strong></p><p>Reporting into senior leadership, you will play a key role in supporting the business through:</p><ul><li>Leading the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process across the EMEA region, ensuring timely and accurate reporting under US GAAP.<br /> * Overseeing statutory reporting and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, working closely with external providers and advisors.<br /> * Managing complex consolidations, intercompany reporting, and regional financial controls within a large multinational structure.<br /> * Acting as the key finance business partner to senior stakeholders across Operations, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and executive leadership.<br /> * Reviewing and challenging accounting treatment across development transactions, management contracts, joint ventures, and equity arrangements.<br /> * Supporting technical accounting matters including revenue recognition, impairments, carried interest, incentive structures, and IFRS 15 considerations.<br /> * Leading audit relationships across multiple entities and ensuring compliance within a SOX-controlled environment.<br /> * Interpreting complex legal and commercial agreements and translating them into clear accounting conclusions and reporting outcomes.<br /> * Enhancing the control environment and helping establish scalable processes within a growing and evolving business.<br /> * Managing competing priorities across US group reporting requirements and local statutory obligations across EMEA.<br /> * Leading and developing a high-performing finance team while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>ACA qualified, ideally trained within a Big 4 environment.<br /> * Approximately 15+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience within large multinational businesses.<br /> * Prior experience operating within a US-listed or highly regulated public-company environment with exposure to SOX controls and rigorous reporting deadlines.<br /> * Strong technical accounting expertise across US GAAP, IFRS, and multi-jurisdiction statutory reporting.<br /> * Proven experience leading controllership, financial reporting, or group finance functions within complex international organisations.<br /> * Strong consolidations experience within complex corporate structures.<br /> * Demonstrable ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders across both finance and non-finance functions.<br /> * Commercially minded with strong presence, credibility, and business partnering capability at executive level.<br /><br /></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><ul><li>A highly visible leadership role within an internationally backed real estate platform experiencing continued growth across EMEA.<br /> * Significant exposure to senior executives and the opportunity to influence key operational and strategic decisions.<br /> * Ownership of a broad and complex controllership remit across multiple countries and reporting frameworks.<br /> * The opportunity to shape and strengthen processes, controls, and finance infrastructure within an entrepreneurial environment.<br /> * A dynamic and collaborative culture where finance plays a central role in commercial decision-making.<br /> * A genuine opportunity to combine technical excellence, leadership, and strategic business partnering in one role.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance leader to step into an FD-grade controllership role within a highly commercial and technically challenging environment. You'll work closely with senior leadership across Europe and the US, lead a critical finance function through its next phase of growth, and play a key role in building a scalable, best-in-class control environment.</p><p> </p><p>If you're looking for a role that combines complex technical accounting, international exposure, senior stakeholder management, and the opportunity to influence a growing business, this position offers an outstanding platform for long-term progression.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMTA2MjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-06-24T11:23:01Z
Financial Controller
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 70000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>A global, US manufacturing group is hiring a Financial Controller to strengthen its finance leadership team in Leicester. Reporting directly to the Finance Director and acting as their trusted deputy, this is a broad Financial Controller role in the East Midlands that blends hands-on financial control across UK and European entities with genuine people leadership and commercial business partnering.</p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p>This is a role for a finance leader who enjoys both the rigour of strong governance and the variety of an international group environment. As Financial Controller you will keep the finance engine running smoothly across multiple legal entities, develop the team around you, and act as a visible finance presence for business leaders across the region, all from a well-established Leicester base.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Run the monthly, quarterly and annual close across a portfolio of legal entities, ensuring complete and accurate reporting under both UK and US GAAP</li><li>Lead, coach and develop the finance team across accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger</li><li>Deputise for the Finance Director, providing day-to-day leadership and decision-making across the regional finance function</li><li>Own the control environment, maintaining SOX compliance, sound accounting policies and effective systems</li><li>Oversee consolidated reporting to group, including cash-flow management, intercompany recharges and revenue recognition</li><li>Prepare statutory financial statements and lead the relationship with external auditors through year-end</li><li>Support ERP development and optimisation, and help integrate newly acquired businesses into the group</li></ul><p><strong>What You Will Deliver:</strong></p><ul><li>A close process the Finance Director and group stakeholders can rely on without question</li><li>A clean, well-evidenced control environment that stands up to SOX and external audit scrutiny</li><li>A more capable and confident finance team across the Leicester operation</li><li>Faster, smarter processes through automation, AI adoption and ERP improvement</li><li>Smooth financial integration of acquisitions as the group continues to expand</li></ul><p><strong>What We Are Looking For:</strong></p><p>You are a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA, or qualified by experience) with a strong track record in financial control or finance management, ideally within an international or US-listed environment.</p><ul><li>Solid technical accounting skills, with working knowledge of UK and US GAAP</li><li>Experience of SOX or a comparable internal controls framework</li><li>Proven leadership of transactional and core accounting teams</li><li>Confident ERP user, with an interest in automation and the use of AI in finance</li><li>An engaging communicator who builds relationships at every level and influences beyond finance</li><li>Organised, detail-driven and comfortable managing competing priorities</li></ul><p><strong>What The Job Offers:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working from a Leicester base in the East Midlands</li><li>A high-profile role with real breadth, from statutory reporting to acquisition integration</li><li>Clear scope to grow within a large, acquisitive international group</li><li>The chance to shape processes, systems and team development rather than simply maintain them</li></ul><p>This Financial Controller role may also suit candidates searching for Senior Finance Manager, Finance Controller, Head of Finance, Group Financial Controller and Finance Manager roles across Leicester, Leicestershire and the East Midlands.</p><p>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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS41NjkxMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-07-22T13:11:01Z
Interim Financial Controller
  • Birmingham, West Midlands
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 80000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Interim Financial Controller, Birmingham (Hybrid)</p><p>A well-established financial services business in Birmingham is hiring an Interim Financial Controller for an initial six month period while a permanent recruitment process takes place. This is a technically strong Financial Controller role in the West Midlands, suited to an experienced finance professional who can step in quickly, take ownership of the numbers and keep the finance function running at pace. The business is open to career contractors and to candidates who would also consider the permanent role, so this is a genuine opportunity to make an impact and potentially stay longer term.</p><p>The Role:<br />As Interim Financial Controller you will own the integrity of the reporting and the rhythm of the finance function, partnering the senior team across this Birmingham financial services business. This is a hands-on Financial Controller position in a regulated environment where technical accuracy, strong controls and reliable reporting matter. You will provide stability and continuity through the interim period and leave the function in a stronger position for whoever takes the permanent seat.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:<br />- Lead month-end close and deliver timely, accurate management accounts<br />- Own statutory reporting and support the year-end audit<br />- Strengthen financial controls, processes and reconciliations<br />- Ensure reporting meets the standards expected in a regulated financial services environment<br />- Manage and support the finance team through the interim period<br />- Provide clear, board-ready financial information to the leadership team</p><p>What You Will Deliver:<br />- A clean, reliable month-end the leadership team can depend on<br />- Stronger controls and reporting handed over in good order<br />- Continuity and stability across the finance function during the transition</p><p>What We Are Looking For:<br />You are a technically strong, qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with solid financial control experience, ideally gained in financial services or another regulated environment.<br />- Proven month-end and statutory reporting ownership<br />- Strong technical accounting and financial controls background<br />- Experience in financial services or a regulated sector an advantage<br />- Available at short notice for an interim assignment<br />- Open to a six month contract, with the option of the permanent role for the right person</p><p>What The Job Offers:<br />- Competitive day rate (or salary for candidates open to the permanent role)<br />- Hybrid working in Birmingham<br />- An initial six month contract with genuine potential to convert to a permanent appointment</p><p>This Interim Financial Controller role may also suit candidates searching for Interim FC, Head of Finance, Financial Controller, Group Financial Controller and Finance Manager roles across Birmingham and the West Midlands.</p><p>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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS43MzExOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-06-15T09:57:56Z
Financial Controller
  • City of London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 79000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Financial Controller | Real Estate | Central London (Hybrid) | £80,000| Permanent Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half are working with a large, international real estate and professional services organisation to recruit a permanent Financial Controller into a high-profile technical accounting leadership role supporting their UK &amp; Ireland finance function.</p><p>Reporting into the Country Controller, this position offers an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a significant area of the balance sheet within a complex, multi-entity business. You'll combine strong technical accounting expertise with commercial judgement, working closely with finance teams across the UK and international shared service centres to ensure robust financial reporting, strong governance, and continuous process improvement. This is a highly visible role offering significant exposure to senior finance leadership and the opportunity to influence how finance operates across the wider business.</p><p> Due to Business Needs, there is a strong preference for candidates who are available at short notice, although applications from those with up to a three-month notice period will also be considered.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Position</strong></p><p>Reporting into the Country Controller, you will be responsible for:</p><ul><li>Taking full ownership of a defined area of the balance sheet, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, accounting treatment, and supporting judgements.<br /> * Leading the SOX and internal controls framework for your area, strengthening governance and driving continuous improvements across finance processes.<br /> * Reviewing and challenging month-end close activities delivered by international finance teams, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance.<br /> * Acting as the technical accounting lead for your area, providing guidance on complex accounting matters and supporting key business decisions.<br /> * Owning balance sheet reconciliations, movement analysis, and reporting commentary for senior finance leadership.<br /> * Managing external audit requirements for your area, including statutory reporting, disclosures, and responses to audit queries.<br /> * Maintaining and resolving accounting exceptions, identifying root causes and implementing long-term process improvements.<br /> * Coaching and developing junior finance colleagues while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA).<br /> * <strong>Big 4 trained</strong>, with a strong technical accounting foundation.<br /> * Strong technical accounting experience gained within a complex, listed, multi-entity organisation.<br /> * Experience operating within a SOX or highly controlled financial environment.<br /> * Strong understanding of both UK GAAP and US GAAP, with Irish GAAP knowledge beneficial but not essential.<br /> * Previous ownership of significant balance sheet areas and complex accounting judgements.<br /> * Proven ability to work effectively with shared service or offshore finance teams.<br /> * Strong stakeholder management skills with confidence to challenge, influence, and support senior colleagues.<br /> * Previous experience developing junior team members and promoting continuous improvement.<br /> * An interest in automation, technology, and leveraging AI to enhance finance processes would be highly advantageous.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><ul><li>£80,000 base salary plus bonus.<br /> * Flexible hybrid working model based in Central London.<br /> * A high-profile technical accounting role within a large international real estate organisation.<br /> * Significant exposure to senior finance leadership and business-critical decision making.<br /> * Opportunities to lead finance transformation initiatives, strengthen controls, and improve reporting processes.<br /> * Excellent long-term career progression within a well-established global finance function.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant looking to step into a broad leadership role with genuine ownership and influence. You'll combine technical expertise with stakeholder management, process improvement, and team leadership, helping shape the future of finance within a complex international business. If you're looking for a position that offers challenge, visibility, and long-term progression, this role provides an outstanding next step.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNDg3NTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-07-10T12:16:25Z
Financial Controller
  • City of London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 100000 - 120000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Financial Controller |</strong> <strong>Facilities and Property Services | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £100-120,000</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>⚠️ Due to business requirements, candidates must demonstrate professional fluency in French for this position.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading Facilities and property services organisation to appoint a Financial Controller. This is a newly created role driven by the continued growth and evolution of the Group Finance function.</p><p> </p><p>This is a senior, high-profile position within the Central London-based team, reporting directly to the CFO and responsible for Group consolidation, technical accounting, and external reporting. The business is highly acquisitive, having completed numerous deals across Europe, and this role offers significant exposure to M&amp;A, integration projects, and senior stakeholders across the Group. You will ensure the integrity of Group financial information and play a key part in shaping financial processes and reporting as the organisation continues its ambitious growth journey.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end Group consolidation process across multiple jurisdictions and currencies.<br /> * Prepare IFRS-compliant consolidated financial statements, ensuring accuracy and consistency.<br /> * Act as IFRS subject-matter expert, drafting and embedding accounting policies across the Group.<br /> * Provide technical guidance on complex issues, including business combinations, revenue recognition, and financial instruments.<br /> * Take ownership of the Group's consolidation process, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.<br /> * Act as the main point of contact for the Group audit, ensuring a smooth, timely, and high-quality process.<br /> * Partner with local finance teams across Europe, supporting compliance, integration, and process development.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>About You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Professional Fluency in French.</li><li>ACA or CA qualified accountant.<br /> * Trained within audit at a large or medium-sized accounting firm.<br /> * Significant post-qualification experience in Group reporting and consolidations within a multinational environment.<br /> * Alternatively, this role would also suit a Senior Manager from a top 20 practice with strong technical accounting and consolidation experience, looking to make their first move into industry.<br /> * Deep, practical knowledge of IFRS, including experience implementing new standards.<br /> * Excellent communicator, able to work effectively with senior stakeholders and finance teams across different countries.<br /> * Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, governance, and assurance.</li></ul><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£100-120,000 base salary.<br /> * Hybrid working - typically three days per week in the Central London office.<br /> * Senior, visible role at Group level, partnering closely with the CFO.<br /> * Significant exposure to M&amp;A, integration, and cross-border projects as the business continues its acquisitive growth strategy.<br /> * Opportunity to lead on Group-level consolidation, technical accounting, and reporting.<br /> * Career-defining opportunity in a fast-growing, dynamic international group.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why Join This Business</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is a rare opportunity to step into a newly created senior Group Finance role within a business on a rapid growth journey. The company continues to complete multiple acquisitions each year across Europe, providing outstanding exposure to complex consolidations, technical accounting, and integration projects. As Financial Controller, you'll play a central role in shaping how the Group manages reporting and governance at scale, while working closely with senior leadership in a dynamic, acquisitive, and ambitious organisation.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMDMwMjguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-07-16T15:54:27Z
Financial Controller
  • Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 70000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Specialist Sales Business with offices in Hatfield</p><p>Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will provide financial management and support to the business covering compliance, budgeting and forecasting and quarterly reporting across the business and into stakeholders. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Line manage and development of a team of three</li><li>Supplier payment authorisation and payment management</li><li>Train and develop the team</li><li>Improve processes and systems to align with best practice and create efficiencies</li><li>Weekly review and presentation of cashflow position and make recommendations</li><li>Final review of the monthly management accounts and support with improving commentary on variance analysis</li><li>Final review of monthly variance analysis with presentation to the SLT</li></ul><ul><li>Own the budget and reforecast process, reporting to the SLT and department heads</li><li>Complete monthly review of foreign currency requirements</li><li>Lead on projects to introduce new suppliers or new software</li><li>A member of the pricing team; bringing the relevant financial data to the meetings to support the pricing decisions and cost assumptions built into the cost provisions</li></ul><ul><li>Vat and Audit management</li></ul><ul><li>Lead contact with external banking partner, including payment authorisation and credit card management</li></ul><ul><li>Maintenance and admin for Microsoft Business Central accounts software</li><li>Awareness and introduction of AI opportunities within the system and or other processes</li></ul><ul><li>Finance business partner all other internal departments to provide the financial and business data they need in order to make decisions in their areas</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with previous team management experience ideally with exposure to industries that have ABTA and ABTOL related compliance policies. In addition you will have strong attention to detail and be highly interpersonal with the ability to work cross functionally across finance and on finance and with senior leadership teams. </p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is based 5 days from the office near Hatfield and paying a salary of up to £75K + 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNjYzMTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-07-20T20:24:09Z
Financial Controller
  • Oxford, Oxfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 75000 - 95000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">Robert Half is working with a well-established organisation based in North Oxford to recruit a Financial Controller on a permanent basis.</p><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant to take ownership of a busy, varied finance function within a reputable business, reporting directly into the Head of Finance.</p><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><strong>The Role</strong></p><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">As Financial Controller, you will oversee end-to-end finance operations, manage a small team, and play a key role in driving improvements to financial controls and processes. Core responsibilities include:</p><ul dir="ltr" class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ownership of financial accounting and statutory reporting, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP &amp; IFRS</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Acting as the primary point of contact for audit</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Delivering accurate monthly financial accounts and maintaining robust month-end close and balance sheet reconciliation routines</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Preparing data for Group reporting to specified deadlines, including an annual deferred tax pack</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Preparing and finalising statutory accounts, and Corporation tax packs for external tax advisors</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensuring timely delivery of VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirements</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Managing a team of three</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Overseeing Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and payroll reporting</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintaining strong financial controls and compliance standards</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Improving financial policies, systems, and procedures</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Liaising with IT on accounting software and systems issues</li></ul><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><strong>About You</strong></p><ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1" dir="ltr"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">ACA or ACCA qualified</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong working knowledge of SAP</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Detailed knowledge of FRS102</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A confident, professional communicator who can engage with a variety of stakeholders</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A proactive self-starter with strong leadership skills and the ability to define priorities</li></ul><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" dir="ltr"><strong>The Package</strong></p><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">This role offers a highly competitive salary, paying above the local market rate, along with a comprehensive benefits package including:</p><ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1" dir="ltr"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Private Medical Insurance (with option to add family members)</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Company pension contribution of up to 8%</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Yearly Share Incentive Plan and discretionary bonus</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Holiday allowance that increases with length of service</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Cycle to Work scheme (up to £3,000) and car purchase scheme</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Employee Assistance Programme and additional wellbeing support</li></ul><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" dir="ltr">Due to the confidential nature of this search, further details on the organisation will be shared with shortlisted candidates.</p><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><strong>Please note:</strong> due to the nature of this organisation's work, this role is subject to National Security Vetting. Candidates must be able to obtain SC clearance, which generally requires five years' continuous UK residency, along with a mandatory BPSS check. Applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available for this role.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS41NDA1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-07-24T16:15:18Z
Financial Controller
  • Reading, Berkshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - READING WITH SOME INITIAL TRAVEL TO LONDON</strong></p><p>Robert Half are proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner to a fast-growing, PE backed TV / Film and sound production group. Due to significant expansion they now seek to recruit a financial controller to work directly with the CFO based at their Reading head office. This newly developed role represents an excellent opportunity for and ambitious Finance and controls lead, looking for broader responsibilities and the opportunity to make a real positive impact on a growing business.<br /> You will be responsible for developing processes, supporting FP&amp;A and business partnering activities across a range of recently acquired entities, forecasting, working capital and cashflow actuals to the board, development of the P&amp;L and ensure robustness in their core reporting systems. The successful candidate will be a commercially aware individual who will be technically proficient and will have up to date knowledge of all current accounting standards. You will oversee and develop 5 reports and build business partnering relationships with the wider operational leadership team.</p><p>For this role it is essential that you are a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), are proficient technically (production of accounts from top to bottom) and have demonstratable experience of driving revenue and reducing cost in a fast paced, commercial environment. It would also be beneficial (but not essential) to have worked in PE and / or media production.</p><p><strong>Duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Cross-Entity Financial Consolidation</li><li>Responsible for ensuring the completion of monthly management accounts, in line with Group deadlines</li><li>Responsible for 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><li>Drive the month end review process and year end close to gain clear understanding of P&amp;L, Cashflow and Balance Sheet performance Financial Planning &amp; Analysis</li><li>Preparation of annual financial budgets and periodic forecasts for P&amp;L, balance sheet and cashflow</li><li>Improve and embed 'FP&amp;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 Teams to standardise and streamline operations through process and systems changes</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £60,000 and £70,000 p/a based on the candidate's experience.</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 15%</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>6% non-contributory pension</li><li>25 days holiday</li><li>WFH flexibility 2 days per week</li><li>Other great benefits on application</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/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMTU4NzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-07-06T10:50:32Z
Senior Business Controller
  • Stevenage, Hertfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 80000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Business Controller<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Stevenage (Hybrid)<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £80,000 - £90,000<br /><strong>Type:</strong> Full-time</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Overview</strong><br />An exclusive opportunity with Robert Half for a Senior Business Controller to join a high-performing finance function. This role offers strong business partnering exposure, leadership responsibility, and involvement in strategic financial decision-making within a project-driven environment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">We need someone who can work a couple of days a week from the Stevenage office alongside the Project Managers. You'll have proven project experience, ideally within a complex engineering, manufacturing or technical environment, and a strong understanding of <strong>work package management</strong>. This role involves coordinating and managing multiple interdependent <strong>work packages</strong> or smaller projects that sit within a larger, complex programme, ensuring deliverables, timelines, risks and dependencies are effectively managed across the wider project.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead, support, and develop the controlling team to deliver effective business partnering across the organisation.</li><li>Ensure all internal and external reporting requirements are delivered accurately and on time (month-end, half-year, and year-end).</li><li>Manage financial planning cycles and quarterly forecasting processes.</li><li>Partner with Project Managers, coordinating and leading monthly project reviews.</li><li>Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Monitor and control project expenditure to ensure alignment with approved budgets.</li><li>Assess project revenue using Percentage of Completion (POC) and Time &amp; Materials (T&amp;M) methodologies.</li><li>Reconcile project work-in-progress on a monthly basis.</li><li>Monitor, report, and advise on project and contract status; maintain accurate financial records.</li><li>Prepare and present financial reports to senior management.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies and procedures.</li><li>Support operational teams with contract bid preparation, billing structures, and cost rate analysis.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insight and support decision-making.</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal standards.</li><li>Conduct financial risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Required Qualifications &amp; Skills</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).</li><li>Strong experience in financial management and controlling roles.</li><li>Excellent understanding of financial principles and practices.</li><li>Proficient in financial systems and Microsoft Office (advanced Excel preferred).</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Experience Required</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Minimum of 7 years' experience in financial management or a similar role.</li><li>Previous team leadership or supervisory experience preferred.</li><li>Experience with SAP, particularly SAP S/4HANA, is advantageous.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNDIwMzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-07-27T14:36:57Z
Senior Credit Controller
  • Datchet, Berkshire
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 18 - 19 GBP / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Senior Credit Controller - £38.000 per annum - Temp to perm - Datchet - Office based </strong></p><p><strong>Job Purpose</strong></p><p>The Credit Control &amp; Collections Specialist is responsible for managing customer accounts to ensure timely payment of outstanding invoices, reducing aged debt, and maintaining healthy cash flow. The role requires building positive customer relationships while applying effective collection strategies to minimise bad debt and support the company's financial objectives.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Proactively manage a portfolio of customer accounts to ensure prompt collection of outstanding balances.</li><li>Contact customers via telephone, email, and written correspondence regarding overdue invoices.</li><li>Negotiate payment arrangements while maintaining strong customer relationships.</li><li>Monitor aged debt reports and prioritise collection activities based on risk and value.</li><li>Investigate and resolve invoice disputes by liaising with internal departments and customers.</li><li>Allocate customer payments accurately and reconcile accounts where required.</li><li>Escalate high-risk or severely overdue accounts in line with company policy.</li><li>Recommend accounts for legal action or external debt collection agencies when appropriate.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of customer communications and collection activity.</li><li>Review customer credit limits and recommend amendments based on payment performance.</li><li>Produce regular reports on aged debt, collection performance, cash receipts, and overdue accounts.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end finance activities related to accounts receivable.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual terms, and relevant financial regulations.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve collection processes and reduce debtor days.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)</strong></p><ul><li>Debtor Days (DSO) reduction</li><li>Aged debt performance</li><li>Cash collection targets achieved</li><li>Percentage of overdue accounts recovered</li><li>Bad debt reduction</li><li>Customer dispute resolution time</li><li>Collection call and contact activity</li><li>Accuracy of account reconciliations</li></ul><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/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS45MjI2MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-07-22T09:03:31Z
Group Finance Controller
  • Northampton, Northamptonshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 10000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Group Financial Controller</strong><br /><strong>Northampton | Hybrid (2-3 days office / 2-3 days home)</strong><br /><strong>£90,000 - £100,000 + Excellent Benefits</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half is delighted to be exclusively recruiting for a Group Financial Controller on behalf of a highly successful, market-leading business operating within one of the UK's most sought-after industries. This is a genuinely rare opportunity to join a consistently profitable organisation with an outstanding reputation, offering excellent career development, long-term stability and the opportunity to lead a high-performing Group Finance function within a fast-growing, PE-backed business.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The business also offers an exceptionally generous annual bonus, which has been paid consistently for over 10 consecutive years, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller or Head of Finance looking to step into a broad, strategic leadership role with responsibility for financial control, reporting, treasury, systems, governance and continuous improvement, whilst partnering closely with senior leadership and private equity stakeholders.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Role</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The Group Financial Controller plays a pivotal leadership role within the Group Finance function, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely and insightful financial information across a complex multi-entity business. You will lead the financial processing and reporting teams while providing oversight of financial systems, treasury, governance and risk management, helping modernise the finance function through technology, automation and continuous improvement.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Key Responsibilities</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead and develop the financial processing and reporting teams, fostering a high-performance culture.</li><li>Deliver an efficient month-end close and ensure accurate, timely management and board reporting.</li><li>Provide meaningful financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making.</li><li>Partner with operational, commercial and senior leadership teams across the business.</li><li>Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity management and working capital across the Group.</li><li>Ensure robust financial controls, balance sheet integrity and compliance with accounting standards.</li><li>Support statutory reporting, external audit and governance requirements.</li><li>Provide strategic oversight of financial systems, including continuous improvement, automation and reporting enhancements.</li><li>Oversee treasury operations, banking relationships and intercompany funding.</li><li>Lead risk management processes and support internal audit activities.</li><li>Play a key role in business transformation, M&amp;A activity, acquisitions, integrations and group restructuring projects.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and data quality.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd">About You</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA or ACCA qualified with significant post-qualified experience.</li><li>Proven background in Financial Control, Group Reporting or a senior finance leadership role.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge within a complex multi-entity environment.</li><li>Experience leading and developing finance teams.</li><li>Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>Hands-on leader with a passion for improving processes, controls and systems.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Experience within a PE-backed, infrastructure, utilities, energy or similarly complex business would be advantageous.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd">Package</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Basic salary of £90,000 - £100,000.</li><li>Generous annual bonus with an excellent long-term track record of paying out.</li><li>Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office).</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package (full details available upon successful application).</li><li>Outstanding long-term career progression within a highly regarded and growing Group Finance function.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNjM4MzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-07-30T14:26:27Z
Financial Controller
  • Leicestershire, Leicestershire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 55000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established multi-hundred-million-pound international group to recruit a <strong>Finance Manager</strong>. Operating across the UK and Europe, the business is continuing to invest in its people, systems and infrastructure, creating an exciting opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join during a period of growth.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious <strong>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant</strong>. Joining during a period of significant growth, you'll work closely with the Group Finance Director and play a key role in shaping the finance function.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the month-end close across multiple UK and European entities.</li><li>Prepare and review management accounts, balance sheets and cash flow reporting.</li><li>Own balance sheet reconciliations and strengthen financial controls.</li><li>Support statutory accounts, audit and VAT compliance.</li><li>Drive process improvements and finance transformation projects.</li><li>Support finance systems development and continuous improvement.</li><li>Partner with the wider business to improve reporting and working capital.</li><li>Help develop a scalable finance function to support continued growth.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Experience within a multi-entity environment is desirable.</li><li>Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with ERP systems.</li><li>Proactive, organised and keen to drive improvements.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Why Apply?</strong></p><ul><li>Join a business with ambitious UK and international growth plans.</li><li>Work directly with an experienced Group Finance Director.</li><li>Gain exposure to strategic projects and finance transformation.</li><li>Play a key role in shaping a growing finance function.</li><li>Clear opportunities for progression as the business continues to expand.</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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC44OTczNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-07-24T10:12:26Z
Credit Controller
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 30000 - 36500 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Collections Executive - German Speaking</strong></p><p>We are hiring a <strong>German-speaking Collections Executive</strong> to join a multi-geo Collections and Recoveries team, supporting both <strong>German and UK portfolios</strong>.</p><p>This role focuses on managing arrears, maintaining professional merchant relationships, and agreeing practical repayment solutions.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage collections and recoveries activity across a portfolio of accounts</li><li>Act as a primary point of contact for merchants in arrears</li><li>Handle inbound and outbound calls, as well as written communications</li><li>Manage cases involving higher-value and more complex accounts</li><li>Negotiate repayment solutions balancing customer circumstances and business needs</li><li>Maintain accurate records across multiple systems</li><li>Work closely with colleagues in a team-based environment</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Fluent in <strong>German and English</strong> (written and verbal)</li><li>Background in <strong>credit control or collections</strong> preferred</li><li>Alternatively, experience in a <strong>phone-based role</strong> (e.g. customer service, contact centre, account management) with willingness to learn</li><li>Confident communicator with strong negotiation and listening skills</li><li>Good attention to detail and data accuracy</li><li>Comfortable handling challenging conversations</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary plus equity participation</li><li>Private medical and dental cover</li><li>Enhanced parental leave</li><li>Modern Central London office with on-site gym</li><li>Subsidised meals and wellbeing initiatives</li><li>Collaborative, results-focused working environment</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/Um9iaW4uSG9iYnMuNTk2MzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-06-18T07:41:12Z
Credit Controller
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 30000 - 36500 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Collections Executive - Dutch Speaking</strong></p><p>We are hiring a <strong>Dutch-speaking Collections Executive</strong> to join a multi-geo Collections and Recoveries team, supporting both <strong>Dutch and UK portfolios</strong>.</p><p>This role focuses on managing arrears, maintaining professional merchant relationships, and agreeing practical repayment solutions.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage collections and recoveries activity across a portfolio of accounts</li><li>Act as a primary point of contact for merchants in arrears</li><li>Handle inbound and outbound calls, as well as written communications</li><li>Manage cases involving higher-value and more complex accounts</li><li>Negotiate repayment solutions balancing customer circumstances and business needs</li><li>Maintain accurate records across multiple systems</li><li>Work closely with colleagues in a team-based environment</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Fluent in <strong>Dutch and English</strong> (written and verbal)</li><li>Background in <strong>credit control or collections</strong> preferred</li><li>Alternatively, experience in a <strong>phone-based role</strong> (e.g. customer service, contact centre, account management) with willingness to learn</li><li>Confident communicator with strong negotiation and listening skills</li><li>Good attention to detail and data accuracy</li><li>Comfortable handling challenging conversations</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary plus equity participation</li><li>Private medical and dental cover</li><li>Enhanced parental leave</li><li>Modern Central London office with on-site gym</li><li>Subsidised meals and wellbeing initiatives</li><li>Collaborative, results-focused working environment</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/Um9iaW4uSG9iYnMuOTc2MDAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-06-18T07:48:17Z
Credit Controller
  • Berkshire, Berkshire
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 40000 - 41000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Accounts Receivable Team Lead (Interim - 3 Month Contract)<br />📍 Wokingham (Hybrid - 2/3 days in the office)<br />💰 Equivalent to £40,000 salary (hourly rate available)<br />📅 3-Month Temporary Contract<br />⏰ Immediate Start Preferred<br />We're recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Accounts Receivable Team Lead to join their finance team on an interim basis for approximately three months. This is a business-critical position, ideal for someone who can hit the ground running, lead an established AR function, and drive cash collection while supporting the wider finance team during a period of transition.<br /><br />What's on Offer?<br />Hybrid working (2-3 days in the Wokingham office).<br />Competitive hourly rate (equivalent to a £40,000 annual salary).<br />Immediate start available.<br />Opportunity to make a real impact in a key finance leadership role.<br />Initial 3-month contract with the potential for extension.<br />If you're an experienced Accounts Receivable professional available at short notice and looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.<br />Message me directly 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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy43NTIyMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-07-06T07:47:43Z
Group Finance Controller
  • Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 120000 - 130000 GBP / Yearly
  • <h1>Robert Half</h1><h2>Group Financial Controller</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Milton Keynes | £120,000 - £130,000 + Industry-Leading Benefits | 5 Days Per Week On-Site</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, Private Equity-backed business to appoint an exceptional Group Financial Controller on an Permanent basis.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to transform, build and scale a finance function during a critical phase of growth.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Reporting directly to the CFO, you will take ownership of the entire finance operation, driving improvements across financial control, reporting, revenue recognition, working capital, systems, processes and team capability. This role requires far more than technical accounting expertise; we are seeking a proven leader who can identify opportunities for improvement, build high-performing teams and create a best-in-class finance function.</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead the transformation of a multi-entity finance function within a fast-paced, PE-backed environment.</li><li>Build, develop and mentor a high-performing finance team across transactional finance, reporting and financial control.</li><li>Drive improvements across Order-to-Cash (O2C), Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Record-to-Report (R2R) processes.</li><li>Strengthen financial governance, controls, reporting quality and operational efficiency.</li><li>Partner closely with commercial and operational stakeholders to improve revenue recognition, margin performance and cash generation.</li><li>Create scalable processes and controls capable of supporting future growth and acquisition activity.</li><li>Lead month-end, year-end, statutory reporting, audit and group consolidation activities.</li><li>Deliver finance transformation initiatives including process redesign, systems enhancement, automation and operating model improvements.</li><li>Act as a key member of the senior leadership team, supporting strategic decision-making and business performance.</li></ul><h3>What We're Looking For</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Proven experience as a Group Financial Controller, Financial Controller or senior finance leader within a complex, multi-entity environment.</li><li>Demonstrable track record of transforming finance functions and delivering measurable operational improvements.</li><li>Experience building, developing and leading high-performing finance teams.</li><li>Strong understanding of revenue recognition, contract accounting, margin analysis and working capital optimisation.</li><li>Deep knowledge of financial controls, statutory reporting, audit, consolidations and governance.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders across the business.</li><li>Experience operating within a B2B, contract-led or service-led environment.</li><li>PE-backed, high-growth or transformation experience is highly desirable.</li><li>Ambitious, hands-on and capable of operating at both strategic and operational levels.</li></ul><h3>Why Apply?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Opportunity to build and transform a finance function rather than simply maintain one.</li><li>Significant exposure to the CFO, Executive Leadership Team and investors.</li><li>Highly visible role with genuine progression potential.</li><li>Opportunity to shape, develop and strengthen a growing finance team.</li><li>£120,000 - £130,000 basic salary plus an outstanding benefits package.</li></ul><p>This role will suit a high-calibre finance leader who combines technical excellence with proven transformation experience, strong leadership capability and the ambition to make a significant impact within a growing PE-backed business.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMTI0MTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-06-12T13:23:40Z
Plant Controller - Finance
  • Warwickshire, Warwickshire
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • - GBP / Yearly
  • <p></p><p><strong>Interim Plant Controller - Finance</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Bidford-on-Avon<br /> <strong>Working Pattern:</strong> 4 days on-site / 1 day WFH<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Interim (3-6months)</p><p>We are supporting a manufacturing business in the search for an experienced <strong>Plant Controller</strong> to join on an interim ongoing basis. This is a key site-based finance role, partnering closely with operations to drive performance and control.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead site financial reporting, including month-end close and variance analysis</li><li>Partner with plant leadership to support operational and cost performance</li><li>Monitor and report on production costs, labour, and efficiencies</li><li>Prepare budgets, forecasts, and provide financial insight to support decision making</li><li>Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with group policies</li><li>Drive cost control initiatives and continuous improvement across the site</li></ul><p><strong>Key Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a Plant/Operations/Manufacturing Finance role</li><li>Strong business partnering skills with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Experience with standard costing, variance analysis, and KPIs</li><li>Confident managing month-end and reporting processes</li><li>Available to start at short notice / immediately preferred</li></ul><br><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS40Mjc2MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-06-15T15:34:27Z
Senior Controller
  • City of London, London
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Senior Controller to assist them for 12 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Own the integration roadmap bringing specific business area onto standard process rails - sequencing the workstreams, managing dependencies, and tracking milestone delivery.</li><li>Coordinate specific bonus, payroll, and incentive accounting through the transition, working with HR, Reward, and the Liability Controller. </li><li>Drive standardisation of processes onto the standard chart of accounts, close calendar, and reporting framework, partnering with the External Reporting Controller on COA mapping.</li><li>Act as the senior controller for the business area throughout the transition, providing certainty, continuity, and a single point of accountability.</li><li>Engage with business leads to obtain the information needed to support the transition, and provide finance commentary on specific business matters.</li><li>Act as escalation point for entity-level matters, routing complex accounting determinations to the UK&amp;I Controller for resolution.</li><li>Manage the relationship with our distributed teams in ensuring nuances are understood and embedded in process design.</li><li>Review and challenge business area specific close work delivered by our distributed teams, and coordinate working-level inputs into the consolidated UK &amp; Ireland close.</li><li>Make the transition stick: document the transition decisions, accountability shifts, and process designs so that the wider Controller population can pick up residual accountabilities cleanly.</li><li>Coach the wider Controller team on business specific nuances ahead of hand off, leaving accounting standardised and aligned.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Senior Controller will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification) and will have strong experience with controls. You will have working knowledge of SOX and US GAAP, whilst having worked in a large international business. You will ideally come from a project background. </p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Real Estate business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary &amp; Benefits:</strong></p><p>The temporary Senior Controller role will be paying circa £70,000 - £80,000, dependant on experience. The role is hybrid. </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/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC42MDQ2OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-07-10T14:49:07Z
Credit Controller
  • Thame, Oxfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for credit contoller to join their team in London. The ideal candidate will have:</p><ul><li>Minimum 2 years in a credit control capacity - great for someone who is looking for a step up!</li><li>Forward thinking mindset, uses initiative and can communicate with internal and external stakeholders well</li><li>Be able to manage a debt of around 5-6mill and proactively support the Credit Control Manager and Director of Finance to reduce this ledger </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure cash collection targets are met consistently</li><li>Monitor and action mailboxes promptly</li><li>Implement and follow the Dunning Strategy to optimise debt recovery</li><li>Implement systems for monitoring customer credit accounts and promptly identify potential risksWork collaboratively with stakeholders to review and enhance processes that impact customer bill</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure billing accuracy and efficiency</li><li>Collaborate teams to understand customer needs and negotiate appropriate credit terms</li><li>Build strong relationships with customers to facilitate open communication and address credit-related concerns proactively</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Position:</strong> Credit Controller</li><li><strong>Salary:</strong> £DOE + discretionary quarterly bonuses </li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Holborn WC2A 3LJ</li><li><strong>Working structure:</strong> 3 days in office, 2 days WFH - 9am - 5:30pm</li><li>25 days annual leave + BH's</li><li>Up to 6% pension contribution</li><li>Electric vehicle scheme</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/VGFpamEuQnJ5YW4uOTY4MDguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-07-06T09:53:29Z
Financial Controller
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 500 - 600 GBP / Daily
  • <p>Robert Half are recruiting for an Interim Financial Controller to work for a manufacturing company based in West London on a 6 month contract.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>Business Partnering</p><ul><li>Collaborate closely with GM, always balancing objectively the opportunities and risks for the business overall - Challenge business assumptions where relevant and help drive mitigation and development plans</li><li>Continually evaluate and monitor risks in the external environment relating to the business</li></ul><p>Project Support:</p><ul><li>Global ERP Project - business lead for current ERP system (EFACs) - key change agent for implementation of new ERP (D365) for UK businesses</li></ul><p>Finance:</p><ul><li>Statutory Accounting, Management Reporting &amp; Compliance - Ensuring the reliability of the company's accounts at local (statutory) and management reporting purposes. Ensuring that monthly, half-yearly and annual closings comply with Group requirements in terms of standards (IFRS), format and deadlines.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with Group procedures and local legal requirements in terms of risks and internal controls.</li><li>Implement the management procedures and KPIs required to monitor activities and report to management.</li><li>Develop the budget and business plan in line with strategic choices as well as the monthly forecast</li><li>Working closely with commercial management, identifying challenges and opportunities with operational stakeholders, providing actionable information to support improved financial performance - Manage the relationships with Auditors</li></ul><p>Accounting Operations:</p><ul><li>Treasury, credit, collection, banking relations: - Ensure banking relations. - Monitor the cash position and analyse variances from forecasts. - Defining and monitoring credit policy in collaboration with the sales department. - Ensure invoices are sent to customers on time with a high level of accuracy 5.</li></ul><p>Manufacturing specific accounting experience:</p><ul><li>Stock valuations - Gross margin understanding - Bills of Materials</li></ul><p><strong>Details:</strong></p><ul><li>6 month contract</li><li>£500-600pd Inside</li><li>Immediate start</li><li>MUST HAVE MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE</li><li></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/SGFubmFoLlN6eW1hbnNraS45MTg3OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-07-08T08:33:50Z
Accounts Payable
  • Berkshire, Berkshire
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 17 - 20 GBP / Hourly
  • <p data-end="333" data-start="0"><strong data-start="0" data-end="49">Purchase Ledger Controller (Interim Contract)</strong><br data-start="49" / data-end="52"> <strong data-end="65" data-start="52">Location:</strong> Thatcham, Berkshire<br / data-end="88" data-start="85"> <strong data-start="88" data-end="97">Rate:</strong> £17.00-£19.00 per hour + holiday pay (depending on experience)<br data-end="163" / data-start="160"> <strong data-start="163" data-end="176">Contract:</strong> 3-6 Month Interim Assignment with Potential to Become Permanent<br / data-end="243" data-start="240"> <strong data-start="243" data-end="263">Working Pattern:</strong> Hybrid - 3-4 days per week in the office, remainder working from home</p><h2 data-end="353" data-section-id="iaipol" data-start="335">The Opportunity</h2><p data-end="621" data-start="355">We are recruiting for an experienced Purchase Ledger Controller to join a well-established manufacturing and engineering business on an interim basis. This is an initial 3-6 month contract, with the potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.</p><p data-start="623" data-end="847">Working as part of a busy finance team, you will take ownership of the purchase ledger function, ensuring the accurate processing of supplier invoices, payments, and reconciliations while supporting wider finance activities.</p><h2 data-end="872" data-start="849" data-section-id="18w7bso">Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-end="1541" data-start="874"><li data-section-id="13rojwy" data-start="874" data-end="969">Process supplier purchase invoices, including matching invoices to electronic delivery notes.</li><li data-section-id="19e18ox" data-start="970" data-end="1028">Maintain and reconcile purchase ledger control accounts.</li><li data-section-id="1xsl8dd" data-start="1029" data-end="1110">Prepare and process supplier payments, including foreign currency transactions.</li><li data-start="1111" data-section-id="2jpdme" data-end="1151">Create and maintain supplier accounts.</li><li data-end="1235" data-section-id="2f3e8z" data-start="1152">Investigate and resolve invoice queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders.</li><li data-end="1307" data-start="1236" data-section-id="hyx6eq">Review courier invoices and identify customer recharge opportunities.</li><li data-section-id="7ow560" data-start="1308" data-end="1359">Support month-end and year-end finance processes.</li><li data-end="1453" data-section-id="b2kkfm" data-start="1360">Manage petty cash, including issuing floats, maintaining records, and reconciling balances.</li><li data-end="1541" data-section-id="x2tppm" data-start="1454">Ensure financial records are accurate and maintained in line with company procedures.</li></ul><h2 data-start="1543" data-section-id="1jjwfl7" data-end="1555">About You</h2><p data-end="1592" data-start="1557">The successful candidate will have:</p><ul data-end="2180" data-start="1594"><li data-end="1680" data-start="1594" data-section-id="fy7cjt">Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable, or similar finance role.</li><li data-start="1681" data-section-id="1m03khk" data-end="1784">Experience working within an ERP system (Epicor experience would be beneficial but is not essential).</li><li data-end="1876" data-section-id="1u75w1c" data-start="1785">Experience gained within a manufacturing, engineering, or similar commercial environment.</li><li data-end="1937" data-section-id="1qllq4i" data-start="1877">Strong attention to detail and excellent numerical skills.</li><li data-section-id="153ee7m" data-start="1938" data-end="2007">The ability to manage workloads effectively and work independently.</li><li data-start="2008" data-section-id="nrowex" data-end="2130">Strong communication skills and the confidence to build relationships with suppliers and colleagues across the business.</li><li data-end="2180" data-section-id="1br28cl" data-start="2131">A proactive and conscientious approach to work.</li></ul><h2 data-start="2182" data-section-id="5q4cw2" data-end="2200">What's on Offer</h2><ul data-start="2202" data-end="2498"><li data-end="2252" data-start="2202" data-section-id="y9zmj">£17.00-£19.00 per hour, depending on experience. (+ Holiday Pay).</li><li data-end="2343" data-start="2268" data-section-id="15miskr">Hybrid working arrangement (3-4 days in the office, remainder from home).</li><li data-end="2419" data-start="2344" data-section-id="id4sce">Immediate opportunity to make an impact within a supportive finance team.</li><li data-start="2420" data-section-id="1ogsode" data-end="2498">Potential for the position to become permanent following the interim period.</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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMTU4NjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-06-14T13:03:37Z
Group Finance Manager
  • Swindon, Wiltshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Happy Days, a Private Equity backed Nurseries and Pre-Schools group to recruit a Group Finance Manager on a permanent basis. Based in Swindon, this newly created position will lead the day-to-day finance operations ensuring financial integrity and control across the organisation. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role will operate in a commercially focused, high-growth environment. Joining at an exciting stage in Happy Days' journey, you will support the creation of a new Hub in Wiltshire, helping to underpin the Group's expanding footprint. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations and management accounting, driving efficiencies, enhancing processes, and contributing to the development of a best-in-class finance function. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>About Happy Days… </strong></p><p>Happy Days opened their first nursery in 1991, fast forward 35 years and they now operate 44 nurseries and pre-schools across the South UK and Wales, delivering exceptional childcare and education every day! A growth journey that continues every day with an underlying ethos to support children to become strong and motivated learners for life. Taking care of 2000+ children and employing around 1500 team members, their passion for inspiring the next generation is at the heart of their mission</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The Group Finance Manager Role… </strong></p><p>You will be at the forefront of building a team within Swindon following the decision to create a second Hub. This is a great opportunity to be hands on in the development of people, processes and control measures whilst maintaining the business as usual requirements. Working closely with the Finance Director to drive continuous improvement areas and opportunity for efficiencies within routine tasks, automation of manual processes and shortened reporting cycles. The Group Finance Manager will oversee areas of transactional finance, reporting and record-to-report functions to bring together and drive the contributions and outputs of the month end close process across the group. Alongside this, key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Maintain internal control framework across portfolio of sites and group.</li><li>Lead month end close processes including consolidation of management accounts.</li><li>Production of monthly reporting pack inclusive of balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis and relevant commentary for review.</li><li>Maintenance of R2R cycle including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable and receivable functions - Oversee and control of cash flow management across the group.</li><li>Act as a finance project lead on integration's to bring together work-streams across finance operations.</li><li>Provide actionable insight to operational leaders to ensure understanding of financial metrics to non-finance, key stakeholders.</li><li>Lead, coach and develop a team of 10+ across Management Accounts, Revenue, AP/AR.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>About you… </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience within a finance leadership position.</li><li>Strength within people management, building and leading a high-performance team.</li><li>Evidence of contribution to process improvement within core finance processes.</li><li>Strength with ERP optimisation and utilising technology to drive efficiency.</li><li>Prior multi-site or multi-revenue streams experience.</li><li>Previous experience within a PE backed environment advantageous.</li></ul><p>The successful candidate will need to be 5 days on site in first 6 months as the new Hub is established, 3 days on site thereafter.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>What's on offer… </strong></p><p>c£70k basic salary and a range of attractive benefits including car allowance, enhanced leave, performance related rewards, Life Assurance and an exhaustive Employee Assistance &amp; Well-being package.</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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjgzNzQ0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-07-21T10:19:30Z
Head of Finance
  • Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Head of Finance - Exclusive (Robert Half) - Based in Crick office based with flexibility/hybrid once probation has been passed.</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half are exclusively supporting the search for a Head of Finance, reporting to the Finance and Commercial Director and leading a team of four (2 Accounts Administrators, Finance Administrator, Credit Controller).</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Role ownership:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Own end-to-end operational finance delivery</li><li>Lead monthly management accounts (P&amp;L, balance sheet, cash flow)</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, and rolling forecasts</li><li>Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and full month-end close</li><li>Manage fixed assets (demo &amp; hire fleet) including SAP processing, disposals, and depreciation</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Control &amp; compliance:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strengthen internal controls and financial governance</li><li>Improve reporting processes, systems, and financial discipline</li><li>Support year-end audit process</li><li>Ensure tax and regulatory compliance (including VAT)</li><li>Identify and manage financial and operational risk</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Commercial support:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Deliver financial insight and analysis to support decision-making</li><li>Improve forecasting accuracy through business driver understanding</li><li>Support challenge of cost base, margins, and performance assumptions</li><li>Drive profitability through commercial finance support</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Leadership &amp; delivery:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead, develop, and scale a small finance team</li><li>Embed accountability, structure, and process discipline</li><li>Drive automation and continuous improvement across finance</li><li>Ensure the function is scalable to support growth</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Stakeholder scope:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Act as finance partner to operational teams and senior leadership</li><li>Operate across all levels from shop floor to board level</li><li>Engage with international stakeholders and major customers</li><li>UK &amp; European travel may be required</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong ERP experience (SAP preferred)</li><li>5+ years' senior commercial finance experience</li><li>Proven leadership experience in a hands-on environment</li><li>Strong balance of operational detail and commercial thinking</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNDkyNDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-06-09T07:44:50Z
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