<p> Senior Finance Business Partner | £70,000 - £80,000 + benefits | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)</p><p>Robert Half has partnered exclusively with a fast-growing and forward-thinking organisation based in Cheshire. Due to continued growth and increased demand from their client base, a brand-new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to join the team.</p><p>This role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the chance to play a pivotal part in shaping commercial and financial strategy during an exciting period of expansion.</p><p>As Senior Finance Business Partner, you will:</p><ul><li>Provide commercial insight and analysis to support decision-making across sales, marketing, and operations</li><li>Take ownership of revenue reporting, forecasting and budgeting, ensuring leadership teams have clear visibility of performance</li><li>Lead the preparation of monthly and quarterly board packs, delivering meaningful financial and operational insight</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders to develop systems, processes and reporting tools that drive efficiency and clarity</li><li>Contribute to data warehouse/reporting development, ensuring accurate, actionable insights for the executive team</li><li>Support the CFO with ad hoc projects, financial modelling, and strategic analysis</li></ul><p>About You</p><p>The company is looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with at least 5 years' post-qualification experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or a related discipline.</p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li>Strong analytical and financial modelling skills</li><li>Excellent business partnering and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach and the flexibility to support across both commercial and financial accounting tasks</li><li>Experience within consultancy, professional services, or a similar fast-paced, client-led environment (desirable)</li></ul><p>What's on Offer</p><ul><li>Salary £70,000 - £80,000 DOE</li><li>Hybrid working: 3 days office / 2 days home</li><li>Occasional travel to another UK office</li><li>Significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape financial strategy at the highest level</li></ul><p>This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys partnering with the business, and wants to make a real impact in a high-growth organisation.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi41OTE4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of a Growing Construction business with offices in Milton Keynes</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Finance Manager you will take responsibility for all UK reporting into a Foreign Parent Company and Commercial Accounting centering around support on Projects, Bids and Tendering, Margin Control, Cost Reporting and Revenue Forecasting.</p><p>Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Monthly review and tracking of financial performance of projects</li><li>Review of project calculations and subcontractor terms</li><li>Review of the project bids - profitability and cash flow</li><li>Working with Commerical QS Teams to Prepare Cash Flow Planning and forecasting</li><li>Budgeting and revenue forecasting</li><li>Review and challenging the VAT rates applied,</li><li>Evaluating Risk of Potential New Contracts and analysing projected margins</li><li>Overseeing accounting operations including factoring, receivables and insurances</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will ideally be a Qualified Accountant with previous experience working in a Construction setting. Other industries that would be considered could be Manufacturing or Service where contracts are tracked, WIP is analysed and stakeholder development is key.</p><p>Company.</p><p>The Business is young, but developing and growing and has a strong link to energy efficiency and making a massive difference to the climate and the environment. The role of Finance Manager is key to maintaining the long term growth and development of the business and could potentially lead to a larger opportunity in the future.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Finance Manager in Milton Keynes is working mainly on a remote basis but with 1 or 2 meetings a month in the office and offers a salary of £55-70K + 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMzEzOTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>An experienced and commercially astute Head of Financial Planning & Analysis is sought to lead the financial insight and planning capabilities of this Knutsford based pharmaceutical business.</p><p>Robert Half is proud to be partnering this expanding global business in the appointment of a Head of FP&A. </p><p>The business is a leading medical communications and healthcare consultancy group, serving clients across biotech, pharma, and healthcare technology. It is due to the growth that an opportunity has arisen to lead the companies FP&A function. This role is critical to supporting strategic decision-making across the business, providing high-quality analysis, reporting, and business partnering. You will lead a team of four Finance Business Partners and own the development of financial reporting through Power BI to ensure data-driven performance management across the company.</p><p>Reporting into the Group CFO, duties will include: </p><p><strong>Strategic Planning & Forecasting </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-term planning processes in close collaboration with the leadership team</li><li>Align financial plans with business objectives, market dynamics, and operational drivers</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Analysis </strong></p><ul><li>Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting across the business using Power BI dashboards and reports</li><li>Oversee analysis of revenue, margin, and cost drivers across service lines, geographies, therapeutic areas and clients</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Business partnering </strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coach a team of 4 Finance Business Partners, supporting their engagement with senior leaders across the business</li><li>Ensure the FP&A team is an effective partner to the business, driving accountability and financial understanding.</li><li>Work closely with commercial leads to evaluate client profitability, pricing models, and project-level performance</li></ul><p><strong>Decision Support & Commercial Insight </strong></p><ul><li>Support strategic decision-making through scenario modelling, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI evaluations.</li><li>Provide financial input into new business opportunities, client proposals, and contract negotiations</li><li>Identify risks and opportunities to help drive financial performance improvement.</li><li>Where needed, support on due ad hoc diligence and reporting for current/prospective capital providers, and future transactions (e.g. M&A, refinancing and exit)</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance collaborative culture </li><li>Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and support the career development of team members</li></ul><p><strong>Experience and qualifications: </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 5-7 years of progressive experience in FP&A roles</li><li>Experience in a people based business where most of the revenue was derived by fixed project fee billing.</li><li>Strong track record of delivering high-quality financial planning, analysis, and reporting in a dynamic environment</li><li>Proven leadership of a finance team and senior stakeholder engagement</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced user of Power BI with a demonstrable track record of building insightful, self-serve dashboards</li><li>Strong financial modelling and Excel capabilities</li></ul><p><strong>Personal attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Commercial mindset with strong analytical and strategic thinking</li><li>Hands-on, detail-oriented, and willing to roll up their sleeves and drive a strong financial grip on the business with an interest in the day-to-day minutiae of the business.</li><li>Excellent communication and storytelling skills, able to translate complex financial data into actionable insights</li><li>Confident, proactive, and collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, client-centric environment</li><li>A strong collaborator and team player able to operate at pace across the business, whilst instilling financial rigour and discipline</li><li>Ambitious, forward-looking and drives action with a solutions-oriented and improvement-focused mindset</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking investor backed business where you will see progression. This is a highly visible role, where you be able to add real value. Experience working in a fixed project fee billing environment is essential. </p><p>In return you will be rewarded with a market-leading salary and benefits package. Hybrid working with the requirement to be in the office 2 days per week. </p><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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjQ3MDgxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering a private equity backed business in the appointment of a Finance Operations Manager, Cheshire. </p><p>The business operates in the global healthcare sector and delivers solutions for recognised pharmaceutical companies across the world. The consultancy serves clients across biotech, pharma and healthcare and has exciting growth plans with PE investment. </p><p>Reporting into the Group Financial Controller, the business is looking to appoint a Finance Operations Manager. This is a newly formed role allowing the incumbent to shape the team. </p><p>The Finance Operations Manager plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the company's invoicing and accounts receivable processes. This position ensures timely and accurate billing, effective debtor management, and the integrity of customer and project data within the project management system (CMAP). The role also involves regular communication with internal teams and external customers to resolve queries and maintain positive financial relationships.</p><p>This role is pivotal in ensuring financial accuracy, process efficiency, and cash generation and collection. The role will give the incumbent the opportunity to grow a team and drive the business forward in line with its strategic goals.</p><p><strong>Invoice & Billing:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage the end-to-end client invoicing process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness</li><li>Work closely with agency teams to align invoicing with project milestones, contracts, and billing schedules</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal policies and contractual obligations</li><li>Ensure sales invoices are uploaded to customer portals correctly and in a timely manner.</li><li>Liaise with internal client service teams to resolve invoicing discrepancies or queries</li><li>Liaise with clients to resolve any invoice queries in a timely manner</li><li>Ensure Purchase Order have been obtained in advance of invoicing and the balance is always sufficient to cover expected future invoice values</li></ul><p><strong>Accounts Receivable & Debtors Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Own the aged debtors ledger, ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding invoices</li><li>Maintain proactive communication with clients regarding overdue balances and support resolution of disputes</li><li>Develop and implement strategies to reduce debtor days and improve cash flow</li><li>Provide regular debtor reporting and analysis to senior management</li></ul><p><strong>Data Integrity & System </strong><strong>Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain oversight of all project and client data within CMAP, ensuring data is accurate, complete, and up to date</li><li>Act as the key liaison between Finance and Project teams to ensure CMAP supports operational and financial needs</li><li>Act as the key liaison between Finance and Project teams to ensure CMAP supports operational and financial needs</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to CMAP data processes, working closely with internal stakeholders and CMAP support </li><li>Ensure timely setup of new users and projects in CMAP in line with business workflows</li></ul><p><strong>Process improvement & reporting:</strong></p><ul><li>Continuously review and enhance finance operational processes to drive efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Develop dashboards and reports for financial KPIs relating to invoicing and debtor performance.</li><li>Contribute to system and process projects as required</li></ul><p>This role will work closely with senior stakeholders and report directly into the Group FC. </p><p> </p><p><strong>YOU:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum of 3 years in an accounts receivable management role within a project based business where most of the revenue was derived by fixed project fee billing</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, experienced in process improvement</li><li>Experience using project management systems</li><li>Team player</li></ul><p>In return you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and benefits package to include 26 days holiday rising with service, discretionary bonus, hybrid working with 2 days onsite in Knutsford. </p><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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjA1NDIzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is proud to be exclusively partnered with a market-leading engineering and technology business based just outside Peterborough in their search for an experienced <strong>Project Accountant</strong> on a 6-month fixed-term contract.</p><p>This is a <strong>hands-on, fully office-based role</strong> based just outside of Peterborough - so <strong>access to your own vehicle is essential</strong>. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting the Business Unit General Manager with critical financial insight, while also managing a small finance and admin team.</p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p>As the Project Accountant, you will be responsible for driving financial performance through robust reporting, commercial analysis, and close collaboration with operational leaders. You'll also take ownership of monthly reporting cycles, internal controls, and financial planning, whilst supporting wider business decision-making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Own and deliver month-end reporting, KPIs, and management accounts</p></li><li><p>Analyse financial data and advise the Business Unit General Manager on commercial decisions</p></li><li><p>Support cash flow forecasting, budget setting, and cost control</p></li><li><p>Oversee VAT, CIS and corporation tax compliance (with support from advisors)</p></li><li><p>Conduct project reviews with Project Managers, ensuring strong financial governance</p></li><li><p>Line manage the Assistant Finance Business Partner and wider admin team</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with internal controls and Group accounting policies</p></li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)</p></li><li><p>Experience in project accounting and cash flow management</p></li><li><p>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, manufacturing/engineering-type environment</p></li><li><p>Skilled communicator who can present financial insight to non-financial stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Confident user of Excel; SAP experience advantageous</p></li><li><p>Previous team management experience</p></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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjY2Mzc1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Commercial Finance Manager</strong></p><p>Milton Keynes (4 days on-site) £65,000 - £70,000 base + bonus + benefits</p><p>Robert Half is working exclusively with a leading UK manufacturer to recruit a Commercial Finance Manager for their head office in Milton Keynes. This is a permanent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join a business undergoing an exciting transformation journey, with a clear focus on sustainable growth and profitability.</p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance, this role offers a unique opportunity to drive commercial insight, streamline month-end processes, and partner with key stakeholders across sales, manufacturing, and operations. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end close for sales and production, including rebate and cost accruals</li><li>Deliver commercial insight into product contribution margins and plant cost efficiencies</li><li>Partner with sales and plant managers to drive profitability and cost control</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A processes</li><li>Provide scenario modelling for pricing, volume, and mix decisions</li><li>Analyse customer contracts and rebate structures to protect margins</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)</li><li>Proven experience in commercial finance within manufacturing or sales environments</li><li>Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory, and ERP systems (SAP preferred)</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills</li><li>Ability to simplify complex financial data and drive actionable insights</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive base salary of £65,000 - £70,000</li><li>Annual bonus</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Company-matched pension contributions</li><li>Income protection and life insurance</li><li>Hybrid benefits including cycle-to-work and EV schemes</li><li>A collaborative, inclusive culture with genuine career development opportunities</li></ul><p> </p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a real impact in a commercially focused finance role. Apply now or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjgyNzc3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Management Accountant on behalf of a specialist Sales and Distribution business based in Milton Keynes with some travel to Birmingham</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Management Accountant you will support the Head of Finance with the production of regular financial and management reporting across the UK. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Month end close activities including balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, provisions and prepayment calculations</li><li>Production of the monthly sales and margin flash reporting</li><li>Responsibility for the completion of the monthly management accounts; reviewing variances to budget and prior year as well as providing commentary to stakeholders</li><li>Cost reporting</li><li>Project costing</li><li>Assisting with year end close and preparation of statutory accounts</li><li>Assist in the preparation of annual budget and forecasts</li><li>Raising manual invoices and purchase orders</li><li>VAT returns</li><li>Maintenance of the fixed asset register</li><li>Management of employee expenses, corresponding payment runs and any other ad-hoc payments as required</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant or Finalist looking for a new development opportunity covering core management accounting duties and more commercial analysis work with senior stakeholder management. You will have the ability to work in Milton Keynes 2 days a week and in Birmingham 1 day a week with the remainder from home. It may suit an individual based in Northampton, Coventry, Leamington or surrounding.</p><p>Company</p><p>The business is internationally owned and well backed and well respected in its market. It has traversed a tough period but coming out of it stronger and ready for growth. Role of Management Accountant is integral in the next stage and development and growth for the business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Management Accountant in Milton Keynes with travel to Birmingham is working on a Hybrid basis 3 days in the office - 2 from MK and 1 form Birmingham and offering a salary of £40-50K + 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTQwNjguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
