<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is excited to be working exclusively and on a retained basis with AFL Telecommunications in Milton Keynes to assist with the recruitment of a Senior Financial Accountant during an exciting period of growth, change and development for the business.</p><p>AFL provides industry-leading solutions, products and services to the energy, service provider, enterprise and industrial markets as well as a number of emerging markets.</p><p>We manufacture, engineer and install fibre optic products and associated equipment. This includes:</p><ul><li>Fibre optic cables</li><li>Fibre optic Connectivity</li><li>Fusion Splicers</li><li>Test and Inspection Equipment</li></ul><p>Whether you need to build or upgrade a network or apply the latest fibre optic technology, AFL connects you with the solutions that fit your every need.</p><p><strong>Vision and Values</strong></p><p>AFL's mission is to connect our customers around the world with innovative technologies, exceptional products and high quality services. </p><p>Our vision is to positively impact communities by delivering superior solutions. </p><p>Our core values are shared among all AFL associates. These values drive our culture and priorities and provide a framework in which decisions are made.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Senior Financial Accountant you will be based in Milton Keynes and provide support to the UK based business and branches in Ireland, Norway and South Africa with an emphasis on exceptional customer experience, process excellence, continuous improvement and innovation and best practice compliance at the core of what we do. As the parent company is based in the United States, this role is responsible for ensuring compliance with US GAAP accounting principles and the local statutory requirements where the entity operates.</p><p> Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Manage VAT submissions by gathering required information, preparing returns, and liaising with external advisors as needed.</li><li>Report UK Tax - Corporation Tax, R&D, Patent Box, P11ds, PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA's).</li><li>Report tax related ad hoc statutory financial statements for AFL and Fujikura.</li><li>Corporate tax management including compiling all relevant information for 3rd party preparation of annual corporate tax return related to AFL UK and review of completed returns for accuracy prior to submission with final approval authority.</li><li>Ensure all claims and elections are submitted to minimize tax liabilities.</li><li>Arrange payments to HMRC and between group companies.</li><li>Tax planning </li><li>Support the Corporate Tax team based in the US in the completion of all tax returns, support for governmental audits, and support implementation of processes, whether systemic or otherwise, to ensure both the Company and customers are properly taxed.</li><li>Assist with monthly closing activities including journal entries, accruals, support reporting, and analysis activities.</li><li>Assist with preparation of monthly balance sheet, P&L, and supporting schedules.</li><li>Maintain a monthly accounting calendar, ensuring deadlines for reconciliations, journals and reporting are met.</li><li>Perform monthly reconciliation or reviews of all assigned accounts.</li><li>Assist with tracking Products business unit capital projects to ensure timely and accurate capitalization of assets.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting policies, standards, and internal controls.</li><li>Build proactive and collaborative relationships globally with internal customers and cultivate a culture of teamwork.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p> </p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with Strong UK Accounting skills from industry or making your first move from Practice looking for a role to create and lead a continuous improvement and innovation culture. You will be looking for a new challenging opportunity within a business that has seen unprecedented growth and development in recent years. Previous experience of Oracle would be of additional benefit as would exposure to a manufacturing environment. Must be self-motivated, able to act on own initiative and be able to communicate at all levels.. This is an excellent role where development will be available as the business changes and develops.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>The role of Senior Financial Accountant for AFL Telecommunications in Milton Keynes is offering a salary of £50-70K+ Benefits and will be working in the office on a full time basis initially with a view to hybrid in Milton Keynes. This is an exciting and strong development opportunity for someone to push their career forwards in a role within a well respected business with continued growth plans</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTczOTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Director, Information Technology - London - £95,000 - £105,000</strong></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for a senior IT leader to spearhead digital transformation within a pioneering life sciences organisation. The Director of Information Technology will play a central role in shaping IT strategy, driving digital innovation, and embedding cutting-edge technologies-particularly in AI and automation-to enhance business productivity, resilience, and scalability.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will act as the senior point of contact for all IT and digital initiatives, advising the Executive Team on strategy, cybersecurity, and business continuity while building a robust and forward-looking IT infrastructure.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>IT Strategy & Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and deliver IT strategies, policies, and digital transformation initiatives aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Oversee long-term digital infrastructure planning to support growth, scalability, and operational efficiency.</li><li>Lead on cybersecurity and risk management, ensuring proactive monitoring, incident response, and data protection.</li><li>Champion the adoption of AI, automation, and emerging technologies to drive innovation and reduce manual processes.</li></ul><p><strong>Business Continuity & Risk</strong></p><ul><li>Own and maintain the IT Disaster Recovery Plan, ensuring resilience and minimal operational disruption.</li><li>Proactively identify risks and deliver infrastructure enhancements to safeguard business continuity.</li></ul><p><strong>Data Protection & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with UK-GDPR, EU-GDPR, and other data protection regulations.</li><li>Manage Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs), and Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs).</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership & Enablement</strong></p><ul><li>Lead IT onboarding and system integration for new employees.</li><li>Design and deliver training programmes covering IT systems, cybersecurity, and best practices.</li><li>Oversee IT support, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and adoption of AI-enhanced tools.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in IT leadership and digital transformation at a senior level.</li><li>Strong track record of integrating AI, automation, and emerging technologies into enterprise IT strategy.</li><li>Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and data protection regulations.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.</li><li>Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple complex projects under pressure.</li><li>Relevant certifications (CISM, CISA, CISSP, or similar) desirable.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and discretionary performance-related bonus</li><li>10% employer pension contribution (with salary sacrifice options)</li><li>Private medical cover (Bupa) and Medicash Health Cash Plan</li><li>Life insurance (4 x annual salary)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme and Reward Gateway discounts</li><li>25 days annual leave + public holidays</li><li>Season ticket loan</li><li>Learning & development budget, with personal development time</li><li>Monthly recognition scheme (PACT awards)</li><li>Social and wellbeing events throughout the year (including sports, creative sessions, and team activities)</li><li>Office perks such as a rooftop basketball court and regular social events</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/amFtZXMud2lsbHNvbi40NTM1NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-end="252" data-start="90"><strong data-start="90" data-end="114">Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic bio-tech scale- up in the search of a Financial Controller to join their team and help them in building the success of the finance function. </strong></p><p data-start="90" data-end="252"><strong data-end="114" data-start="90">Financial Controller</strong><br / data-end="117" data-start="114"> <strong data-start="117" data-end="130">Location:</strong> London (Hybrid - 2/3 days in office)<br data-end="168" data-start="165" /> <strong data-end="179" data-start="168">Salary:</strong> £70,000 - £85,000 + Benefits<br / data-end="211" data-start="208"> <strong data-start="211" data-end="222">Sector:</strong> HealthTech / Scale-Up / SME</p><p data-start="254" data-end="544"><strong data-end="272" data-start="254">About the Role</strong><br / data-end="275" data-start="272"> Join a fast-growing Health Tech scale-up as a Financial Controller, leading finance operations and building scalable processes. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will manage financial reporting, compliance, and a small team, with exposure to international entities.</p><p data-end="572" data-start="546"><strong data-end="570" data-start="546">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-start="573" data-end="818"><li data-end="648" data-start="573"><p data-end="648" data-start="575">Lead month-end close, statutory accounts (FRS 102), and external audits</p></li><li data-end="723" data-start="649"><p data-end="723" data-start="651">Oversee AP, AR, credit control, and UK tax compliance (support US tax)</p></li><li data-end="765" data-start="724"><p data-end="765" data-start="726">Manage and develop two direct reports</p></li><li data-start="766" data-end="818"><p data-end="818" data-start="768">Drive process improvements and system automation</p></li></ul><p data-start="820" data-end="848"><strong data-start="820" data-end="846">Candidate Requirements</strong></p><ul data-end="1179" data-start="849"><li data-start="849" data-end="923"><p data-end="923" data-start="851">ACA qualified with 1+ year's industry experience and practice training</p></li><li data-start="924" data-end="995"><p data-start="926" data-end="995">Strong accounting knowledge (FRS 102) and month-end close expertise</p></li><li data-end="1057" data-start="996"><p data-start="998" data-end="1057">Experience in AP, AR, credit control, and line management</p></li><li data-end="1124" data-start="1058"><p data-start="1060" data-end="1124">Proficient in Excel and cloud accounting software (e.g., Xero)</p></li><li data-start="1125" data-end="1179"><p data-start="1127" data-end="1179">Clear communicator with a process-focused approach</p></li></ul><p data-start="1181" data-end="1295"><strong data-start="1181" data-end="1207">Additional Information</strong><br data-start="1207" data-end="1210" /> Hybrid working with two days in the Central London office. Sponsorship 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/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS45NTg0MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>This exciting UK Payroll Manager vacancy is based in modern offices at my Client's HQ in Reading.</p><p> </p><p>This is a permanent, hands-on role managing 2 Payroll Assistants in a growing, firmly established business. It comes with flexible, hybrid working, parking, tech package and a whole host of other benefits.</p><p> </p><p>You will be working within a busy, friendly Finance Function and be responsible for processing the company's Group payroll for 800 employees in accordance with current statutory requirements and within required timescales. The successful candidate will also perform all other required payroll related duties with support from the Payroll Assistants.</p><p> </p><p>There is also scope to influence and be a key part of varied accountancy Framework projects and process improvements as the Payroll lead. </p><p> </p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Processing the company's payroll for 800+ employees accurately and within required timescales</li><li>Ensuring compliance with current statutory requirements and regulations</li><li>Managing and processing all aspects of the payroll including, but not limited to, salaries, wages, benefits, and statutory deductions</li><li>Ensuring accuracy and completeness of payroll data, ensuring it is maintained and updated as necessary</li><li>Liaising with HR to ensure accuracy of employee data, including new starters, leavers, and changes to employee details</li><li>Managing and reconciling all payroll-related accounts and ensuring that all payments are made in a timely and accurate manner</li><li>Generating payroll-related reports for management as required</li><li>Staying up to date with payroll-related legislation and making any necessary changes to payroll processes to ensure compliance</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>Proven experience as a payroll manager, ideally managing 6+ payrolls at group level</li><li>Technical systems experience in using ADP</li><li>Excellent knowledge of payroll legislation and regulations</li><li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail</li><li>Experience using payroll software and systems</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines</li><li>CIPP qualification preferred, but not essential</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>If you are an experienced payroll manager looking for a new challenge and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply via the link.</p><p> </p><p>We look forward to hearing from you!</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuQWRleS4yMjA4NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">As Head of Growth Marketing, you'll own the end-to-end strategy, planning, and hands-on execution of user acquisition and retention campaigns across paid and organic channels. This is a high-impact role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and has a strong track record of growing B2C user bases efficiently and sustainably.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Head of Growth Marketing Key Responsibilities:</p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Lead and optimise paid growth campaigns across TikTok, Meta (Facebook/Instagram), Google Search, and other performance channels.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Develop and execute a holistic growth strategy that includes SEO, email marketing, and influencer partnerships.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Drive user acquisition and retention through full-funnel experimentation, data analysis, and continuous optimisation.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Manage campaign budgets and ensure efficient spend with a strong focus on ROI and customer LTV.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Collaborate cross-functionally with product, design, and content teams to align growth initiatives with broader business goals.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging platforms to identify new growth opportunities.</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Head of Growth Marketing Responsibilities:</p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">3+ years of experience in growth or performance marketing roles, ideally within a B2C tech or app-based company.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Proven ability to scale acquisition channels while managing efficiency (CAC, ROAS, retention).</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Deep experience with Meta and TikTok Ads, with hands-on knowledge of paid search, SEO, and email platforms.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Strong analytical mindset with proficiency in data tools (e.g. GA, Looker, Amplitude, Excel).</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Experience in hospitality, FMCG, or adjacent industries is a bonus.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Proactive, resourceful, and able to operate independently with minimal supervision.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Comfortable working in-office 4 days a week.</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">What We Offer:</p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Competitive salary </li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Collaborative and ambitious team environment</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Opportunity to shape the future growth of a fast-scaling company</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Office perks, team socials, and more</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/Q2Fyb2xpbmUuR3JhaW5nZXIuMzIwNDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
