<p data-end="386" data-start="108"><strong data-start="108" data-end="147">Finance Manager (6-Month FTC)</strong><br data-start="147" data-end="150" /> <strong data-start="150" data-end="163">Location:</strong> Just outside Peterborough (moving to Peterborough in the New Year)<br / data-end="233" data-start="230"> <strong data-end="244" data-start="233">Salary:</strong> £50,000 - £55,000 per annum<br / data-end="275" data-start="272"> <strong data-end="288" data-start="275">Contract:</strong> Full-time, Fixed Term (6 months)<br data-start="321" data-end="324" /> <strong data-start="324" data-end="344">Working pattern:</strong> On-site, 5 days a week (non-negotiable)</p><p data-end="722" data-start="388">Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with our client, a well-established business based just outside Peterborough, who are seeking an experienced Qualified Accountant (CIMA or ACCA) to join them on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role will be office-based, with the business set to relocate to Peterborough in the New Year.</p><h3 data-start="724" data-end="738">The Role</h3><p data-end="1110" data-start="739">This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical accounting knowledge alongside the ability to support and mentor a junior member of the team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing payroll processes, month-end, and balance sheet reconciliations, while also supporting the Assistant Finance Business Partner to build their confidence and knowledge.</p><h3 data-end="1138" data-start="1112">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1820" data-start="1139"><li data-start="1139" data-end="1441"><p data-start="1141" data-end="1205">Take full ownership of the company payroll process, including:</p><ul data-start="1208" data-end="1441"><li data-end="1296" data-start="1208"><p data-start="1210" data-end="1296">Collating and validating information (e.g. overtime, sickness reports, adjustments).</p></li><li data-end="1365" data-start="1299"><p data-end="1365" data-start="1301">Inputting and checking payroll data within the payroll system.</p></li><li data-end="1441" data-start="1368"><p data-end="1441" data-start="1370">Liaising with and validating reports from external payroll providers.</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="1442" data-end="1645"><p data-end="1484" data-start="1444">Lead the month-end process, including:</p><ul data-end="1645" data-start="1487"><li data-start="1487" data-end="1572"><p data-start="1489" data-end="1572">Preparing and reviewing accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.</p></li><li data-end="1645" data-start="1575"><p data-end="1645" data-start="1577">Ensuring accuracy and timely completion of reporting requirements.</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="1646" data-end="1820"><p data-end="1820" data-start="1648">Mentor and train the Assistant Finance Business Partner, providing guidance to ensure they are able to independently manage month-end processes and payroll in the future.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1841" data-start="1822">The Candidate</h3><ul data-end="2262" data-start="1842"><li data-end="1932" data-start="1842"><p data-end="1932" data-start="1844">Qualified Accountant (CIMA or ACCA) with at least 5+ years' post-qualified experience.</p></li><li data-start="1933" data-end="1999"><p data-end="1999" data-start="1935">Strong technical knowledge of payroll and month-end processes.</p></li><li data-start="2000" data-end="2091"><p data-start="2002" data-end="2091">Proven experience managing payroll systems and working with external payroll providers.</p></li><li data-end="2179" data-start="2092"><p data-start="2094" data-end="2179">Previous experience mentoring, training, or supporting junior finance team members.</p></li><li data-start="2180" data-end="2262"><p data-end="2262" data-start="2182">Confident, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fully on-site environment.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2285" data-start="2264">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-start="2286" data-end="2503"><li data-start="2286" data-end="2341"><p data-end="2341" data-start="2288">Salary £50,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience).</p></li><li data-end="2427" data-start="2342"><p data-end="2427" data-start="2344">6-month FTC with the opportunity to add real value during a period of transition.</p></li><li data-end="2503" data-start="2428"><p data-end="2503" data-start="2430">A supportive finance team environment with scope to develop and mentor.</p></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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjI1MzA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Ltd are delighted to be working with a growing business based in Oxford that are looking for a Finance Operations Manager to join the team. This role will ensure controls over all payrolls, cash operations and treasury across the finance department. Offering up to £50,000, hybrid working + excellent benefits.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Objectives:</strong></p><ul><li>Management of the Payroll Lead and Payroll Administrator, overseeing weekly and monthly payrolls</li><li>Management of the Cash Office Supervisor and Cash Office Assistant, overseeing all cash operations across all entities</li><li>Ownership of the cash forecasting for all entities, including the preparation and submission of a weekly cash flow file to the Group Treasury Team</li><li>Onboarding acquired businesses into the Group cash processes</li><li>Treasury Management across all entities</li><li>Review weekly Accounts Payable BACS payment runs</li><li>Review payroll and cash balance sheets</li><li>Prepare periodic VAT returns</li><li>Bank reconciliation for cash collections across all sites</li><li>Oversee adhoc payroll projects</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What they're looking for: </strong></p><ul><li>Good IT skills including Excel</li><li>Previous experience managing a team</li><li>Excellent communication skills, ability to partner with internal stakeholders</li><li>Previous experience in driving transactional finance function</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuNjE0MzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Ltd are delighted to be partnering with an Oxford City Centre-based organisation looking for an Accounts Receivable & Credit Control Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience to join a supportive environment, driving process improvements, leading a small team, and ensuring the efficient delivery of accounts receivable and credit control operations.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Develop, maintain, and improve robust systems for invoicing, reconciliations, credit control, and banking, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance</li><li>Implement processes to minimise risk, maximise collections, and oversee debt reporting, escalation, and recovery</li><li>Ensure all income and transactions are fully reconciled to supporting records and accurately reported</li><li>Review and streamline processes, drive integration with IT systems, and identify technology-based solutions for efficiency</li><li>Maintain clear documentation, ensure adherence to regulations and respond to audit queries</li><li>Manage, develop, and support the AR and credit control team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and customer service</li><li>Maintain effective communication with internal departments and stakeholders, ensuring issues are addressed proactively</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What they're looking for: </strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience managing a small team</li><li>Experience of managing the invoicing and credit control processes in a high-volume environment</li><li>Flexibility to adapt and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Good IT Skills including Excel</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMjMzNzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
