<p></p><p><strong>Interim Finance Business Partner</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Telford (Hybrid Working Available)<br /> <strong>Rate:</strong> £400-£550 per day inside <br /> <strong>Duration:</strong> 3-6 Months</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p>We are supporting a well-established business in Telford who are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner to provide commercial finance support during a period of change and growth. This is a highly visible role, partnering with operational and senior leadership teams to drive performance, improve decision-making, and deliver meaningful financial insights.</p><p>The successful candidate will be commercially minded, hands on, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insight and challenge</li><li>Deliver weekly and monthly performance reporting and commentary</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes</li><li>Analyse revenue, margins, costs and key business drivers</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency</li><li>Build and maintain financial models to support decision making</li><li>Provide financial support on business projects and improvement initiatives</li><li>Assist with month-end activities and management accounts where required</li><li>Develop meaningful KPIs and performance dashboards</li><li>Present financial information to senior stakeholders in a clear and concise manner</li></ul><h3>Person Specification</h3><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)</li><li>Previous experience in a Finance Business Partner or Commercial Finance role</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence non-finance teams</li><li>Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capability</li><li>Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling</li><li>Comfortable working independently and adding value from day one</li><li>Strong communication and presentation skills</li><li>Experience within manufacturing, distribution, FMCG or service-led environments would be advantageous</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Immediate start available</li><li>High-profile business partnering role</li><li>Opportunity to influence key commercial decisions</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement</li><li>Dynamic and collaborative working environment</li></ul><br><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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuODM3OTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Finance Operations Supervisor to join a well-recognised Professional Services company based in Cheltenham. For the right person the client is offering:</p><p><strong>Competitive salary depending on experience, bonus, hybrid working and wider benefits package</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing transactional finance team, conducting regular 1:1's, annual appraisals, and weekly workload planning meetings</li><li>Act as the escalation point for complex internal and external queries, supporting the team in overcoming operational bottlenecks</li><li>Oversee and execute core reconciliations, including daily/monthly bank accounts, credit card expenses, Equal prepaid cash cards and intercompany ledgers to ensure absolute control within the accounting systems</li><li>Manage the weekly payment run, distributing approved runs to the team and managing final banking approvals for supplier payments and customer refunds</li><li>Maintain a clean creditor ledger by monitoring supplier statement reconciliations, allocation of accounts, and resolving debit or historic balances</li><li>Ensure all direct cost invoices are posted on time, allowing the wider finance team to run accurate monthly accruals</li><li>Provide key support during peak month-end periods, year-end external audits, and finance transformation projects</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience managing or supervising a transactional finance or Accounts Payable team</li><li>Excellent reconciliation skills, ideally with exposure to intercompany accounting and multi-currency transactions</li><li>Strong system literacy, with experience utilising ERP systems and</li><li>Intermediate level Excel</li><li>Confident communicator across all levels of a business</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Competitive salary depending on experience, bonus, hybrid working and wider benefits package</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi4wMDYzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p> </p><p>Our client is a well-established, privately owned manufacturing and engineering business based in Nottinghamshire, with a strong market presence and an established customer base. The business continues to perform well, with a strong plans for further growth.</p><p> </p><p>They are looking to appoint a qualified Financial Controller to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, working closely with the leadership team to drive financial performance, improve reporting and support commercial decision-making.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, you will run the month-end process, lead a small finance team and make sure the business has accurate, timely information on profitability, stock and cash. There is a genuine opportunity to tighten processes and improve the quality of reporting rather than simply maintaining what is already there.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver the monthly management accounts and board reporting, with clear commentary on performance and margins</li><li>Oversee costing, WIP and stock valuation, working closely with operations to resolve variances</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital and the annual budget and reforecast process</li><li>Prepare year-end statutory accounts under FRS 102 and lead the external audit</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and processes while managing and developing the finance team</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with at least two years' post-qualification experience</li><li>A background in manufacturing, engineering or a similar operational environment where stock and costing are significant</li><li>Hands-on experience of month-end close, statutory accounts and audit, along with previous line management</li><li>Practical and commercially minded, able to explain the numbers clearly to non-finance managers and comfortable challenging when something does not look right</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>Apply now with your CV to be considered for this opportunity.</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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC45ODY4NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
Finance Assistant | South Derbyshire<br><br><p class="isSelectedEnd">Are you looking for a role where you can develop your finance career, gain further qualifications and have a clear path to progress?</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">I'm working with an established business in South Derbyshire that is looking to add a Finance Assistant to its growing finance team.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This would suit someone with some experience across sales ledger, accounts receivable or credit control who is looking to take the next step and build on their existing experience.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The role will have a particular focus on:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Sales ledger and accounts receivable</li><li>Sales invoicing and cash allocation</li><li>Customer queries and account reconciliations</li><li>Credit control and dispute management</li><li>Supporting the wider finance team</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd">What makes this opportunity stand out is the investment in your development. The business offers study support towards professional qualifications, alongside genuine opportunities to progress as you develop your skills and experience.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">📍 South Derbyshire<br />📚 Study support<br />📈 Progression opportunities</p><p>If you're looking for your next finance role and want to join a business that will invest in you and support your development, get in touch for more information.</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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC4xNjg4Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation to recruit a <strong>part-time</strong> <strong>Management Accountant</strong>. The part-time Management Accountant can be based in either Faringdon or Wantage. This role is <strong>term time only and 30 hours per week.</strong> The full-time salary offered is up to £38,500 along with other attractive benefits including an enhanced pension.</p><p> </p><p>Please note due to the term time only element and 30 hours per week, take home salary will be circa <strong>£25,000-£26,000.</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Assist and liaise with the Head of Finance Business Partnering, Finance Director and CFO to plan and produce 3-5-year budget forecasts across the organisation.</li><li>Undertake monthly in-year budget monitoring and reporting, covering both revenue and capital expenditure.</li><li>Undertake monthly payroll monitoring and reconciliation against budget, investigating discrepancies and supporting resolution where appropriate, with sign-off from relevant budget holders.</li><li>Support with payroll calculations and queries, calculating salaries based on grades, contracted hours and working arrangements to support accurate budget forecasting.</li><li>Act as a first point of contact for banking queries and process relevant bank transactions.</li><li>Take responsibility for maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring transactions are accurately recorded.</li><li>Review and action open purchase orders as part of the month-end process.</li><li>Prepare and review prepayments, accruals, deferred income and accrued income as part of the month-end close.</li><li>Support the financial management and reporting of specific projects and commercial activities.</li><li>Assist and advise budget holders on procurement processes and achieving best value for money.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant financial, audit and reporting requirements, including those relating to external funding and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Maintain an awareness of relevant legislation and guidance covering finance, taxation, VAT, National Insurance and other financial matters.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Budgeting, reporting, monitoring budgets and providing financial management support.</li><li>Accruals, prepayments and month end journals experience.</li><li>Microsoft Office and advanced skills in Excel data management and reporting.</li><li>Organised and thorough with a good eye for detail and ability to work to deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work independently.</li><li>Rigorous and methodical with the ability to manage own workload and meet deadlines.</li><li>Work effectively under pressure, managing conflicting priorities and meeting challenging deadlines.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMzY3NjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Accountant | Engineering & Manufacturing | Leamington Spa (Hybrid Working) | £58,000-£62,000 | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a leading engineering and manufacturing business to recruit a Financial Accountant on a permanent basis.</p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a well-established business and take ownership across financial reporting, month-end close, statutory accounts, IFRS and taxation.</p><p> </p><p>The role would suit someone who has a strong technical accounting background and is comfortable taking ownership of the full P&L close, preparing and presenting statutory accounts, and ensuring the business remains fully compliant with current IFRS and tax requirements.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The successful candidate must come from a manufacturing environment </strong>and have a strong understanding of the financial and operational complexities of a product-led business.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>You will be responsible for:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Taking ownership of the month-end close process, including reviewing and closing the P&L and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Preparing, reviewing and presenting statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Ensuring the business remains up to date with IFRS requirements and applying relevant accounting standards confidently across financial reporting.</li><li>Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of tax legislation and ensuring appropriate tax accounting and compliance processes are followed.</li><li>Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, investigating variances and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the balance sheet.</li><li>Preparing management accounts and providing clear financial analysis and commentary to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Working closely with operational and commercial teams to understand financial performance, investigate variances and provide meaningful insight into the underlying drivers of the P&L.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and wider financial planning activities.</li><li>Working closely with external auditors throughout the year-end process, managing technical queries and ensuring the timely completion of the statutory audit.</li><li>Reviewing accounting treatments and providing technical accounting guidance to the wider finance team and business where required.</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls and processes are maintained across the business and identifying opportunities to improve reporting and financial processes.</li><li>Supporting the wider finance function with ad hoc technical accounting, reporting and commercial projects as required.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li><strong>Proven experience working within a manufacturing environment is essential.</strong></li><li>Proven experience owning and closing the P&L as part of the month-end process.</li><li>Strong experience preparing, reviewing and presenting statutory accounts.</li><li>Up-to-date knowledge of IFRS and the ability to apply accounting standards confidently in a commercial environment.</li><li>Strong and current knowledge of tax accounting and relevant tax legislation.</li><li>Experience working with external auditors and managing the year-end statutory audit process.</li><li>Strong understanding of balance sheet accounting, reconciliations and financial controls.</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 Financial Accountant looking for a role that offers genuine ownership across financial reporting, technical accounting and the wider finance function.</p><p> </p><p>If you have a strong manufacturing background and are confident owning the P&L close, preparing and presenting statutory accounts, and applying up-to-date IFRS and tax knowledge, this role offers the opportunity to take on a broad position within an established business.</p><p> </p><p>You'll work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders, providing financial insight while taking ownership of key technical and reporting responsibilities.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNTExMTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Temporary Financial Controller Role</strong></p><ul><li>2 month temporary role</li><li>Mainly remote, occasional travel to Oxfordshire</li><li>£65,000 - £70,000 equivalent</li><li>Interviews next week</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage payroll and lead the month-end process.</li><li>Prepare the monthly Board pack and financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee cashflow management and forecasting.</li><li>Prepare and post journals, ensuring accurate financial records.</li><li>Take responsibility for financial reporting and provide clear insight to senior stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Must have Xero experience.</strong></li><li>Strong month-end and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Confident communicating with senior stakeholders.</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMzI0NDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be working with a well-established, Birmingham based construction business who are looking to appoint a qualified, professional Interim Project Accountant on an initial three-month basis.</p><p>This is a hands-on interim role supporting the finance team through a particularly busy period, with a key focus on working closely with the commercial and contract teams to resolve outstanding contract finance issues, as well as preparing the business for its December year-end.</p><p>The business operates across a significant number of live contracts, so the successful candidate will need strong experience of contract/project accounting, or audit, within a construction or similarly complex project-based environment,</p><p>The Role</p><p>You will take ownership of a range of project accounting and year-end activities, working closely with both the finance and commercial teams to ensure the business is fully prepared for audit and year-end.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Working through and resolving outstanding audit queries from the prior year, ensuring appropriate supporting evidence and reconciliations are provided.</li><li>Reviewing and strengthening project and contract accounting across a large portfolio of live construction contracts.</li><li>Supporting the finance team with December year-end preparation, including reconciliations, accruals, provisions and other key year-end adjustments.</li><li>Working closely with commercial and project teams to understand contract performance, costs incurred, forecasts and potential risks.</li><li>Reviewing project financial information and identifying variances, anomalies and areas requiring further investigation.</li><li>Ensuring project financial information is accurate, complete and appropriately supported.</li></ul><p>About You</p><p>The successful candidate will ideally have:</p><ul><li>A recognised Finance Qualification - ACA, ACCA, CIMA</li><li>Previous experience as a Project Accountant / Contract Accountant within the construction, engineering, infrastructure or wider project-based sector.</li><li>Strong understanding of contract accounting and project financial management.</li><li>Proven experience dealing with external audit queries and year-end processes.</li><li>The ability to work effectively with commercial and operational stakeholders, not just within finance.</li><li>Strong analytical and reconciliation skills, with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>A hands-on approach and the ability to quickly get up to speed in a complex environment.</li><li>The confidence to investigate historic issues, challenge information and drive queries through to resolution.</li><li>The ability to work to tight deadlines, particularly in preparation for the December year-end.</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced interim Project Accountant to join a busy construction business at a critical point in its financial calendar. The role will sit outside of IR35, paying circa £450 per day, dependant on experience. There will be a requirement to be on site in Birmingham 2-3 days per week</p><p>Robert Half are looking to speak with candidates who are available immediately and can make an immediate impact. If you are a Professional Interim and Immediately Available, please submit your CV ASAP</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/amFtZXMucGFnZXQuNTUyMjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Trainee Management Accountant</h1><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Location:</strong> Milton Keynes, <br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Hybrid<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive, dependent on experience<br /><strong>Benefits:</strong> Study support and career development</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Management Accountant to join an established finance team in Milton Keynes. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous finance experience who is looking to develop their technical accounting skills, gain exposure to management accounting and progress with professional studies.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, assisting with financial reporting, reconciliations, journals, cash flow reporting and general accounting activities.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, a convenient location close to a train station and support towards further professional qualifications. Excel skills are really imporatnt in this role.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Support the Financial Controller with the preparation of accounts and the day-to-day running of the finance department.</li><li>Prepare and submit weekly sales reports.</li><li>Assist with contract costing updates and work-in-progress (WIP) journals.</li><li>Maintain sales control accounts, including sales and machine cost of sales.</li><li>Update order reconciliations and prepare prepayment journals.</li><li>Prepare and upload APR reports and process general journals.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register and post depreciation.</li><li>Assist with cash flow preparation and bank liquidity reporting.</li><li>Reconcile customer deposits and purchase reserves.</li><li>Support the setup of new customers and process intercompany invoices.</li><li>Provide general finance administration support and assist with ad hoc assignments.</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues across the finance and wider administration teams, providing holiday and sickness cover when required.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Your Profile</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience working in a finance or accounts role, ideally within a corporate environment.</li><li>AAT qualified or studying towards AAT, with an interest in progressing towards ACCA or CIMA.</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, at intermediate level or above.</li><li>Experience using SAP would be advantageous.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.</li><li>Good communication skills and the ability to liaise with colleagues at all levels.</li><li>A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities.</li><li>A team player who is keen to learn, develop and take on additional responsibilities.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Study support and the opportunity to progress towards further professional qualifications.</li><li>Exposure to a broad range of management accounting activities.</li><li>The opportunity to learn directly from an experienced Financial Controller.</li></ul><p>If you are looking to build on your existing finance experience and develop your career in management accounting, this could be an excellent 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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTEyNTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Assistant Financial Accountant</h1><p><strong>Leicester City Centre | Hybrid working - 2 days a week in the office | Up to £40,000</strong></p><p><strong>Ready for a role that will genuinely move your finance career forward?</strong></p><p>If you're actively studying towards your ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification and want more than just another month-end role, this could be exactly the opportunity you've been waiting for.</p><p>Robert Half is partnering with an established, high-performing business to recruit an Assistant Financial Accountant into its finance team.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your technical accounting experience, get closer to financial reporting at group level and build the skills that will set you up for your next career move.</p><p>You'll gain exposure across statutory reporting, group submissions, financial controls and tax, working alongside an experienced reporting team where the quality of your work really matters.</p><h3>What makes this opportunity stand out?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Real technical development:</strong> Get involved in the preparation of statutory accounts, financial statements and supporting schedules.</p></li><li><p><strong>Group-level exposure:</strong> Contribute to periodic group reporting and consolidation submissions, developing your understanding of how financial information comes together.</p></li><li><p><strong>Broader accounting experience:</strong> Gain exposure to tax returns, reconciliations and external regulatory reporting.</p></li><li><p><strong>Ownership and responsibility:</strong> Take responsibility for reconciliations, reporting checks and financial control evidence, ensuring accuracy and integrity across the numbers.</p></li><li><p><strong>Make things better:</strong> Work with financial systems and data, identifying opportunities to improve reporting processes and reduce manual work.</p></li><li><p><strong>Flexibility:</strong> Enjoy hybrid working, with just two days a week in the Leicester City Centre office.</p></li></ul><h3>What will you be doing?</h3><p>You'll play an important role in the financial reporting process, supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and ensuring financial information is accurate, complete and ready for review.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Preparing statutory accounts schedules, disclosures and supporting financial analysis.</p></li><li><p>Supporting group reporting and consolidation submissions, investigating and resolving discrepancies.</p></li><li><p>Preparing external statistical and regulatory returns to strict deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Completing balance sheet reconciliations, financial controls and supporting documentation.</p></li><li><p>Supporting tax return preparation and associated reconciliations.</p></li><li><p>Extracting and analysing financial data, helping to improve reporting processes and systems.</p></li></ul><h3>What are we looking for?</h3><p>We're looking for someone with a solid grounding in financial accounting who is keen to develop their technical expertise.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Experience in a financial accounting, assistant accountant or similar role.</p></li><li><p>Be actively studying towards ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with a genuine commitment to completing your qualification.</p></li><li><p>Good understanding of financial accounting principles and reconciliations.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.</p></li><li><p>A methodical approach, strong attention to detail and the confidence to investigate discrepancies.</p></li><li><p>The ambition to take on more responsibility and develop within a technically focused finance role.</p></li></ul><h3>The details</h3><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £40,000 depending on experience<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Leicester City Centre<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Full-time, hybrid working with 2 days a week in the office<br /><strong>Qualification:</strong> Actively studying ACA, ACCA or CIMA</p><h3>Interested?</h3><p>If you're looking for a role that will broaden your technical accounting experience, give you exposure beyond the ledger and support your progression towards qualification, I'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential conversation.</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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uNTIyNjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting a Financial Controller role on a permanent basis with a growing SME based in Cheltenham. This role would suit an ambitious ACA/ACCA qualified Finance Manager seeking a step into their first Financial Controller role, or someone who's already established seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to turn a business around and add value.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>The Financial Controller will play a hands-on role in the development of the existing finance team as well as processes and reporting. We are seeking a technically strong accountant with an audit background who is comfortable with reporting standards and compliance. Previous experience of working in a change environment is essential with an emphasis on cashflow management. This is a visible, hands-on position sitting at the centre of the organisation, blending robust financial control with real commercial awareness. The role will involve but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Providing day-to-day leadership, coaching and development for the Finance function, including the accounts payable and accounts receivable teams</li><li>Producing high-quality monthly consolidated management accounts (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow), supported by in-depth variance analysis and clear commentary, including tour-level performance</li><li>Overseeing complex cash management and the weekly payment cycle, and owning daily cash reporting alongside a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast</li><li>Delivering timely, accurate balance sheet reconciliations each month across every Group entity</li><li>Taking charge of the annual audit and working alongside the CFO to sign off the statutory accounts</li><li>Owning VAT compliance and filings, regulatory submissions and monthly insurance reporting</li><li>Continuing to strengthen the company's financial systems, controls and processes, including managing the risks around company credit cards</li><li>Collaborating with the Commercial team to assess tour profitability, dig into variances and uncover opportunities for efficiencies and savings</li><li>Assisting the CFO in building annual budgets and financial targets that support the Group's strategic objectives</li><li>Working closely with the Senior Leadership team to deliver the strategic plan, and managing relationships with merchant service providers</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>ACA/ACCA qualified with 4+ years experience.</li><li>Practice/audit trained preferred.</li><li>Experience of leading teams (3+).</li><li>Strong technical understanding.</li><li>Experience of working in a change environment or private equity environment.</li><li>Resilient and adaptable to change.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Package:</strong></p><ul><li>£70,000 - £90,000 base salary dependant on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working: 1-2 days from home.</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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjQzNzM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p dir="ltr"></p> <br><h1 dir="ltr">Interim Financial Controller interim for a few months / could be TEMP - Perm</h1><p dir="ltr">We're looking for an experienced <strong>Interim Financial Controller</strong> to join a growing, international business during a period of change.</p><p dir="ltr">This is a hands-on controllership role, working closely with the Interim CFO and wider business to strengthen reporting, controls and the relationship between Finance and the Board.</p><h3 dir="ltr">The role</h3><ul><li><p dir="ltr">Own the <strong>management accounts</strong> process</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Lead <strong>group consolidations and intercompany adjustments</strong></p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Manage the <strong>audit process</strong></p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Investigate variances and get to the <strong>"why" behind the numbers</strong></p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Strengthen financial controls and reporting</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Build strong relationships with stakeholders and improve confidence in Finance</p></li></ul><h3 dir="ltr">What we're looking for</h3><ul><li><p dir="ltr">Qualified accountant or strong <strong>QBE</strong></p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Strong financial controllership and management accounts experience</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Proven consolidation and intercompany experience</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Comfortable operating in an environment where Finance currently needs to rebuild credibility</p></li><li><p dir="ltr"><strong>SaaS experience is advantageous</strong>, but not essential - we're looking for someone with the curiosity to quickly understand the model</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Experience working across <strong>international time zones</strong> would be useful</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Experience with <strong>Xero and/or QuickBooks</strong></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr">This is an opportunity for a confident, commercially minded Financial Controller who can combine <strong>technical strength with excellent communication</strong> and make an immediate impact.</p><br><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/bGlzYS5oYXl3YXJkLjA3NTA1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with an established company in Cirencester to recruit a detail-oriented Part-Time Finance Assistant<strong> </strong>to support their finance team. The role will predominantly support with accounts payable tasks such as invoice processing, preparing payment runs, supplier reconciliations and other adhoc duties. The Part-Time Finance Assistant role will be ideal for someone that has proven accounts payable/purchase ledger experience that is keen to add value and be a good team player. The salary is up to £30,000 (full-time equivalent) plus a number of benefits and it is 25 hours a week, across 5 days on site. </p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the Part-Time Finance Assistant role will consist of: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Processing invoices; match, batch and code.</li><li>Assist with preparing and processing payment runs.</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Dealing with queries.</li><li>Support month-end accounts payable activities.</li><li>Assist with other administrative and finance tasks as needed.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Must have proven accounts payable/purchase ledger experience</li><li>Strong attention to detail</li><li>Good organisational and time management skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage priorities</li><li>Competent user of Excel; familiar with lookups and pivot tables</li><li>Strong communication skills</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£28,000 - £30,000 (full-time equivalent) </li><li>Part-time hours; 25 a week, across 5 days (9AM - 2PM)</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Summer and Christmas party</li><li>On site parking</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4wNzg5Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2 data-pm-slice="1 3 []">Assistant Accountant - Temporary Role </h2><p><strong>Robert Half Ltd are pleased to be working with a business based in Bicester that are looking for an Assistant Accountant</strong> to join a finance team on a temporary basis.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Details</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Location:</strong> Bicester</p></li><li><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> Within the next week</p></li><li><p><strong>Contract:</strong> Temporary, with the potential to become permanent</p></li><li><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £37,000</p></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process purchase and sales invoices and maintain accurate financial records</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations</li><li>Assist with accounts receivable</li><li>Support month-end and year-end processes</li><li>Prepare financial reports and analysis as required</li><li>Resolve finance-related queries and support the wider finance team</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience in an accounts or finance role.</li><li>Previous reconciliation experience</li><li>Ideally used Xero (if not similar)</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuOTQ4ODIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in <strong>Kidlington</strong> to recruit a <strong>Senior Management Accountant</strong> (Finance Manager). The Senior Management Accountant will receive a base salary up to <strong>£56,300</strong> along with an attractive benefits package including <strong>mostly remote working</strong>; 1-2 days a week in the office max.</p><p> </p><p>This role is in the <strong>public sector</strong>; however, the hiring manager has <strong>no preference</strong> between <strong>public and private sector</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>This role will have 3 direct reports. <strong>Strong leadership</strong> is highly desirable for the role.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Own the month-end process, ensuring timetables are adhered to and producing accurate management accounts and reporting packs, including outturn and commentary, within agreed SLAs.</li><li>Oversee compliance and income generation, leading on grant returns and working with business leads to ensure accuracy, meet deadlines and maximise cost recovery opportunities.</li><li>Ensure relevant financial analysis, information requests and statutory returns are completed accurately and within deadlines.</li><li>Maintain and update the fixed asset register to support year-end close, ensuring compliance with capital policies and accounting standards.</li><li>Manage, develop and coach direct reports, setting clear objectives, supporting personal development and recognising achievements.</li><li>Review balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial controls are maintained.</li><li>Support the preparation of annual accounts and external audit, assisting the Finance Operations Manager in delivering the year-end timetable.</li><li>Ensure financial processes and procedures are followed, proactively identifying improvements and supporting continuous development, systems enhancements and upskilling across the team.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified/Part-qualified accountant to maintain professional standards and continuous development. Or qualified by experience.</li><li>Extremely analytical with strong Excel skills and the ability to interpret and analyse data, identifying and highlighting trends to infer meaning and facilitate action.</li><li>Proven line management experience and ability to coach and mentor staff.</li><li>Good communication and co-ordination skills with a customer-focused and results driven mentality.</li><li>Strong presentational skills and the ability to explain financial results and outputs to senior management.</li><li>Demonstrable experience of leading and supporting change and driving process improvement.</li><li>Demonstrate attention to detail and taking ownership of outputs.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNzAzNDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working exclusively with a multi-site business in Oxford, to recruit a new Assistant Financial Accountant to join the finance team. You'll take ownership of cash forecasting, treasury and VAT across several group entities. You'll report to the Financial Controller and work closely with Group colleagues. It's a good move for an ambitious finance professional who wants real responsibility and visibility.</p><p><strong>Assistant Financial Accountant</strong><br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000 - £38,000 per annum<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Cowley, Oxford (4 days office, 1 day WFH per week)<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Permanent, 37.5 hours per week</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own cash forecasting for all entities, preparing and submitting a weekly cash flow file to the Group Treasury team</li><li>Support treasury management across the entities, liaising with Group Treasury</li><li>Review the weekly BACS payment runs prepared by the shared services team</li><li>Take responsibility for payroll and cash balance sheets</li><li>Prepare periodic VAT returns, and liaise with HMRC and Group colleagues on tax updates</li><li>Manage multiple bank accounts across entities, ensuring reconciliations are completed within period reporting timelines</li><li>Reconcile cash collections across all sites</li><li>Support the onboarding of newly acquired businesses into Group cash processes, including the handling of cash variances</li><li>Oversee cash operations across the business, ensuring consistent processes and controls</li><li>Provide absence cover for the cash office</li><li>Attend occasional out-of-hours call-outs for cash handling equipment faults</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in an accounting or finance role, ideally with exposure to cash management, treasury or VAT</li><li>Part-qualified (AAT/ACA/ACCA/CIMA), or qualified by experience</li><li>Strong Excel skills and a methodical, controls-minded approach</li><li>Confident communicating with colleagues at all levels, including Group teams</li><li>Flexible and willing to support the occasional out-of-hours call-out</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong></p><ul><li>£35,000 - £38,000 per annum</li><li>26 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Hybrid working: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home</li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li><li>Lifestyle discount scheme</li></ul><p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>This role is being handled exclusively by Robert Half. To apply, please send your CV via the link or contact the Oxford office for a confidential conversation.</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS4zMzUzNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of Financial Planning on behalf of a specialist Service and Data/Information Organisation with offices in Buckingham.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Head of Financial Planning you will become a senior member of the Finance leadership team, working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Head of Financial Operations and other Executive stakeholders to provide strategic leadership in relation to financial planning, performance management and business partnering activities, ensuring that financial insight, forecasting, modelling and analysis support decision making at all levels of the organisation. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Lead the development and continuous improvement of the Organisation financial planning framework, including annual budgets, rolling forecasts, medium-term plans and long-term financial projections.</li><li>Establish organisation-wide planning methodologies, performance management frameworks and financial modelling standards.</li><li>Provide strategic oversight of management information and financial performance reporting, ensuring outputs support effective institutional decision making and governance.</li><li>Lead the financial evaluation of major investments, commercial opportunities, partnerships and organisational change initiatives, including due diligence annual reviews.</li><li>Develop and maintain complex financial models, including resource allocation methodologies, scenario models, investment appraisals and financial sustainability assessments.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide authoritative financial advice and recommendations to the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Team, on complex financial, commercial and strategic matters.</li><li>Prepare and present reports, business cases, financial models and strategic analyses for senior governance and decision-making forums.</li><li>Translate complex financial information into clear and accessible recommendations for both financial and non-financial audiences.</li><li>Act as a senior point of contact for complex financial planning, forecasting and performance management matters.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide leadership, coaching and performance management for direct reports.</li><li>Assess organisational capability, capacity and future resourcing requirements and make recommendations to support strategic objectives.</li><li>Contribute to the wider development of financial understanding across the Organisation</li></ul><p>Your profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with the ability to lead a team and also with substantial experience of leading financial planning, management reporting, and business partnering in a complex organisation, with clear evidence of improving quality, timeliness, and analytical value. This is an excellent role to implement commercial reporting processes and values in order to drive the organisation towards further success.</p><p>Salary</p><p>Role of Head of Financial Planning based in Buckingham is offering a salary up to £82K with hybrid working and excellent additional 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTg1MTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Assistant Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Salary: Up to £45,000 depending on experience</strong></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and trusted client, to recruit an Assistant Accountant / Management Accountant to join their team.</p><p>This is a varied, hands-on role for someone who enjoys getting involved, taking ownership and making things happen. You will support the day-to-day finance function, working across purchase ledger, stock and cost reporting, reconciliations and month-end activities.</p><p>Ideally, you will have experience in a manufacturing environment and understand the importance of accurate stock records, cost control and working closely with operational teams. This role would suit someone with a proactive, can-do attitude who is equally comfortable handling transactional detail and supporting wider accounting processes.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Processing purchase invoices and resolving queries with suppliers and internal teams.</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial, stock and operational records.</li><li>Supporting stock usage reporting, inventory tracking and bill of materials maintenance.</li><li>Assisting with cost and margin analysis, stock valuations and work-in-progress reporting.</li><li>Supporting month-end close, including reconciliations, accruals and financial checks.</li><li>Monitoring outstanding invoices, deliveries and supplier charges to ensure costs are accurately recorded.</li><li>Working closely with purchasing, operations and finance colleagues to investigate discrepancies and resolve queries.</li><li>Maintaining organised records and supporting the smooth running of day-to-day finance processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone who is practical, organised and keen to develop their accounting career. You will be happy rolling up your sleeves, tackling routine transactional work and taking responsibility for tasks through to completion.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Experience in an accounts or finance role, preferably within a manufacturing business.</li><li>Exposure to purchase ledger, reconciliations and month-end processes.</li><li>AAT qualification, ideally with current studies towards a professional accounting qualification.</li><li>An understanding of stock, costing or inventory processes, ideally gained in manufacturing.</li><li>Strong numerical skills, excellent attention to detail and good Excel skills.</li><li>A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the initiative to investigate discrepancies and follow up queries.</li><li>A flexible, hands-on attitude and the ability to balance routine tasks with wider finance responsibilities.</li></ul><p><strong>Attitude is just as important as technical ability.</strong> This role will suit someone who takes pride in getting the detail right, enjoys variety and is happy to get involved wherever support is needed.</p><p><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of up to £45,000, depending on experience.</li><li>A varied role covering transactional finance, stock, costing and month-end accounting.</li><li>The opportunity to broaden your accounting experience within an established group.</li><li>Scope to develop your technical skills and progress your professional qualifications.</li></ul><p>If you have a manufacturing finance background, enjoy a hands-on role and want to continue developing your accounting career, we would welcome your application.</p><p><strong>To find out more, please send your CV to Emma Llewellyn at Robert Half.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uODE4OTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Finance Supervisor for a growing business in Kington in Herefordshire</p><p> </p><p><strong>Finance Supervisor - Job Description</strong></p><p><strong>Job Purpose</strong></p><p>To supervise the day-to-day activities of the finance team, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, maintenance of financial records, and preparation of management information to support the Finance Director in financial reporting and decision-making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Supervision of Finance Staff:</strong> Supervise and support the accounts team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately, efficiently, and within agreed deadlines.</li><li><strong>Accounts Payable and Receivable:</strong> Oversee the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring supplier invoices, payments, customer invoices, and receipts are processed accurately and on time.</li><li><strong>Management Information:</strong> Prepare and provide accurate and timely financial and management information to the Finance Director to support business performance monitoring and decision-making.</li><li><strong>Accruals and Prepayments:</strong> Prepare and review monthly accruals and prepayments, ensuring costs and income are recorded in the correct accounting period.</li><li><strong>Month-End Reporting:</strong> Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including reconciliations, journals, and supporting schedules.</li><li><strong>Fixed Asset Register:</strong> Maintain and update the fixed asset register, ensuring additions, disposals, depreciation, and asset records are accurately recorded.</li><li><strong>Nominal Ledger:</strong> Review and check nominal ledger postings, investigate discrepancies, and ensure transactions are coded correctly.</li><li><strong>Cost Analysis:</strong> Assist with cost analysis, monitoring expenditure, identifying variances, and highlighting opportunities for improved cost control.</li><li><strong>Sales Analysis:</strong> Analyse sales performance, identify trends and variances, and provide relevant financial information to support business planning.</li><li><strong>Financial Controls:</strong> Ensure financial processes and procedures are followed, maintaining accurate records and supporting effective internal controls.</li><li><strong>Continuous Improvement:</strong> Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, reporting accuracy, and the efficiency of the finance function.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Skills and Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes.</li><li>Experience in preparing accruals, prepayments, and month-end journals.</li><li>Good understanding of management accounts and financial reporting.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret cost and sales information.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.</li><li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Previous experience supervising or supporting a finance team.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.</li></ul><p> </p><p>On offer - a salary of from £35,000 to £45,000</p><p>This role is fully on site</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjU3Mzg4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><p>We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a busy purchase ledger function, ensuring efficient processing of supplier payments, strong financial controls, and exceptional stakeholder service. The successful candidate will drive process improvements, support operational efficiencies, and lead a high-performing team within a fast-paced environment.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead, develop, and manage the Accounts Payable team, ensuring high levels of performance, accuracy, and service delivery.</li><li>Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.</li><li>Manage regular supplier payment runs and maintain strong cash flow controls.</li><li>Ensure all purchasing and expenditure transactions comply with company policies, procedures, and financial controls.</li><li>Perform monthly ledger reconciliations and support the preparation of management accounts.</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Produce spend analysis and supplier reporting, providing meaningful commentary and recommendations to finance leadership.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements, cost-saving initiatives, and operational efficiencies across the finance function.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners.</li><li>Act as a key contact for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy of financial records.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial data and ensure robust controls are in place across the accounts payable function.</li><li>Support the ongoing development of finance systems and processes to enhance reporting and operational effectiveness.</li><li>Deliver a high standard of customer service, resolving queries efficiently and professionally.</li></ul><h3>Person Specification</h3><ul><li>Previous experience managing an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger team.</li><li>Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, controls, and reconciliations.</li><li>Experience working with ERP/finance systems and producing management information.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>Proven ability to drive process improvements and deliver operational efficiencies.</li><li>Strong attention to detail with a proactive and problem-solving approach.</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.</li></ul><br><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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4yMzQ5Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>FP&A Analyst | Northwich | Hybrid working | Up to £50,000 + bonus</strong></p><p>Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking for a role where you can influence decisions, challenge existing processes and contribute to business performance?</p><p>Robert Half is working exclusively with an established technology services business looking to further develop its FP&A function and strengthen the commercial insight available across the business.</p><p>This is an opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders, gaining exposure to a broad range of commercial and operational areas. You'll play an active role in analysing business performance, identifying opportunities to improve profitability and supporting decisions around pricing, efficiency and future growth.</p><p>The role offers scope to take ownership, bring new ideas and move beyond traditional financial reporting into a more commercially focused position.</p><p>The Opportunity</p><ul><li><p><strong>Commercial business partnering:</strong> Work alongside senior stakeholders, providing financial insight and constructive challenge to support business decisions.</p></li><li><p><strong>Profitability and performance:</strong> Analyse margins, pricing and operational performance, identifying areas for improvement and increased efficiency.</p></li><li><p><strong>Develop FP&A:</strong> Contribute to the development of forecasting, financial modelling and forward-looking commercial analysis.</p></li><li><p><strong>Wider business exposure:</strong> Build relationships across Sales, Operations and Service Delivery, gaining an understanding of the wider business and its commercial drivers.</p></li><li><p><strong>Support growth:</strong> Evaluate commercial opportunities and proposals, helping the business make informed decisions and improve financial performance.</p></li><li><p><strong>Ownership and autonomy:</strong> Take responsibility for your work, challenge existing processes and put forward recommendations that can have a tangible impact.</p></li></ul><p>What We're Looking For</p><p>We're looking for someone with a strong analytical mindset who enjoys understanding the wider business, questioning the numbers and translating financial information into meaningful commercial insight.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>Experience within FP&A, commercial finance, finance business partnering or management accounting.</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with advanced Excel.</p></li><li><p>The confidence to work with senior stakeholders, challenge assumptions and communicate financial information clearly.</p></li><li><p>A proactive approach, with the ability to identify commercial opportunities and recommend practical solutions.</p></li><li><p>The ability to work independently, take ownership and adapt within a changing business environment.</p></li></ul><p>Full qualification isn't essential. The business is open to part-qualified candidates and those with relevant experience who can demonstrate the right commercial skills and mindset.</p><p>Previous experience within technology, services or recurring revenue businesses would be beneficial but isn't essential.</p><p>The Package</p><ul><li><p>Salary up to £50,000, depending on experience.</p></li><li><p>Annual bonus.</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working, with three days a week in the Northwich office (Tuesday to Thursday).</p></li><li><p>Private healthcare and dental plan options.</p></li><li><p>Birthday day off, plus increased annual leave with service.</p></li><li><p>Employee discounts, wellness benefits and ongoing training and development.</p></li></ul><p>Interested?</p><p>If you're looking to develop your commercial finance experience, gain greater exposure to senior decision-making and take on a role where your analysis can directly influence business performance, we'd like to hear from you.</p><p>Apply with your latest CV to find out more about this exclusive opportunity.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi41MjMwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><p>We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to provide support during a busy period for a well-established business based in Blaby. This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can quickly integrate into the finance team, take ownership of day-to-day transactional finance activities, and ensure financial records are maintained accurately.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Processing high-volume purchase ledger invoices and supplier queries</li><li>Maintaining the sales ledger and supporting credit control activities</li><li>Carrying out daily and monthly bank reconciliations</li><li>Managing employee expenses and company credit card reconciliations</li><li>Preparing and processing payment runs</li><li>Supporting with general finance administration and record keeping</li><li>Assisting with month-end duties as required</li><li>Ensuring financial information is accurate, up to date, and compliant with company procedures</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Previous experience in a Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, or similar finance role</li><li>Strong working knowledge of purchase and sales ledger processes</li><li>Experience completing bank reconciliations and payment runs</li><li>Confident managing expenses and credit card transactions</li><li>Good attention to detail and high levels of accuracy</li><li>Able to work independently and prioritise workloads effectively</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel and finance systems</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Immediate start available</li><li>3-4 month contract with potential for extension</li><li>Friendly and supportive working environment</li><li>Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a busy finance function</li><li>Fully office-based role in Blaby (5 days per week)</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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS40NDg3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<br><h1>Financial Accountant</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Oxfordshire<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Hybrid</p><p>An established and growing international business is seeking an experienced <strong>Financial Accountant</strong> to join its finance team.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to join a dynamic organisation operating across multiple international markets. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining robust financial controls, delivering accurate reporting and supporting the ongoing development of the finance function.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Month-End</strong></p><ul><li><p>Support the Financial Controller with month-end close, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial statements.</p></li><li><p>Take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accounts are fully reconciled, supported and ready for audit.</p></li><li><p>Manage intercompany accounting and reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and post journals, including technical accounting adjustments and lease accounting.</p></li><li><p>Manage fixed asset reconciliations and reporting.</p></li><li><p>Prepare monthly group reporting submissions and support ad hoc reporting requirements.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Audit & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li><p>Take an active role in audit preparation, ensuring reconciliations, supporting schedules and financial documentation are complete and available.</p></li><li><p>Liaise directly with external auditors, responding to queries and providing supporting evidence throughout the audit process.</p></li><li><p>Support internal audits and compliance reviews.</p></li><li><p>Prepare VAT returns and support indirect tax compliance across UK and international operations.</p></li><li><p>Assist with tax reporting, including Corporation Tax and R&D-related requirements.</p></li><li><p>Ensure financial reporting complies with relevant local and international accounting standards.</p></li><li><p>Maintain reconciliations between local and group reporting requirements.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Treasury & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li><p>Assist with treasury administration, including bank mandates.</p></li><li><p>Support finance system projects and wider business initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls and reporting efficiency.</p></li></ul><h3>Candidate Requirements</h3><ul><li><p>ACCA, ACA or equivalent qualified accountant.</p></li><li><p>At least five years' relevant accounting experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong technical accounting knowledge, including experience with relevant accounting standards and complex journal entries.</p></li><li><p>Proven experience managing balance sheet reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.</p></li><li><p>Good experience preparing for external audits, dealing directly with auditors and managing audit queries through to resolution.</p></li><li><p>Solid intercompany accounting and reconciliation experience, including investigating and resolving differences and preparing intercompany balances for audit.</p></li><li><p>Strong ERP systems experience; SAP or similar systems would be advantageous.</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.</p></li><li><p>Experience working within an international business environment.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and departments.</p></li><li><p>Highly organised, resourceful and able to manage competing priorities and strict deadlines.</p></li></ul><h3>What's on Offer?</h3><ul><li><p>Competitive salary, dependent on experience.</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working.</p></li><li><p>23 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service.</p></li><li><p>Holiday purchase scheme.</p></li><li><p>Contributory company pension.</p></li><li><p>Healthcare benefits, subject to eligibility.</p></li><li><p>Bonus opportunity.</p></li><li><p>Training sponsorship and professional development.</p></li><li><p>Charity volunteering leave and wellness initiatives.</p></li><li><p>A collaborative working environment with supportive leadership and opportunities to develop.</p></li></ul><p>If you're a qualified Financial Accountant with strong technical accounting, audit and reconciliation experience, looking for your next opportunity within an international business, we'd love to hear from you.</p><br><br><br> <br><br><br><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/bGlzYS5oYXl3YXJkLjk4OTMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><h1>Interim Management Accountant</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Central Birmingham (Hybrid) <strong>Rate:</strong> Up to £375 per day (Inside IR35) <strong>Contract Length:</strong> 3-6 Months <strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Robert Half is supporting a well-established and growing business based in Central Birmingham in the recruitment of an experienced <strong>Interim Management Accountant</strong>.</p><p>This is a hands-on role requiring a fully qualified accountant who can hit the ground running and take ownership of delivering accurate and timely financial reporting. Working closely with the Financial Controller and wider finance team, you will play a key role in month-end reporting, balance sheet integrity, budgeting, forecasting and business performance analysis.</p><p>The business is looking for a proactive individual who enjoys being involved in the detail, can challenge processes and provide meaningful financial insight to support decision-making.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Full ownership of month-end close activities</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and control reviews</li><li>Accruals, prepayments and journal preparation</li><li>Variance analysis with clear commentary</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting support</li><li>Cashflow reporting and analysis</li><li>Supporting audit requirements and year-end processes</li><li>Business partnering with operational stakeholders</li><li>Reviewing and improving existing finance processes and controls</li><li>Ad hoc reporting and financial analysis as required</li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile</h2><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified</li><li>Proven experience in a Management Accountant role</li><li>Strong month-end and financial reporting expertise</li><li>Excellent balance sheet control and reconciliation experience</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li><li>Able to work independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Available to start at short notice</li></ul><h2>Desirable Experience</h2><ul><li>Experience within SME, owner-managed or private equity-backed businesses</li><li>Previous interim/contract experience</li><li>Exposure to process improvement and finance transformation projects</li><li>Strong ERP systems experience</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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzkzNzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Accounts Assistant</strong> to join a busy finance team on a temporary basis for approximately 6-8 weeks.</p><p>The role will focus on supporting a largely manual finance process, with a particular emphasis on <strong>purchase ledger administration, query resolution, and maintaining accurate financial records</strong>. Whilst transaction volumes are relatively low, a high level of accuracy and attention to detail is essential.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Processing purchase invoices within a manual purchase ledger environment</li><li>Investigating and resolving supplier queries</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and maintaining accurate records</li><li>Supporting billing activities and customer invoicing</li><li>Assisting with credit control and debt chasing</li><li>Ensuring financial information is processed accurately and in a timely manner</li><li>Providing general finance administration support as required</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, or a broader Accounts Assistant role</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Confident handling supplier and customer queries</li><li>Ability to work independently and quickly adapt to established processes</li><li>Available to start at short notice</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking an immediate-start assignment within a supportive finance team.</p><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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4wOTMyNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">