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5 results for Governance Assistant in Birmingham, Birmingham

Assistant Accountant
  • Abingdon, Oxfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in <strong>Radley (Abingdon)</strong> to recruit an <strong>Assistant Accountant</strong>. The Assistant Accountant will receive a salary of up to <strong>£35,000</strong> plus attractive benefits <strong>including hybrid remote working and free lunch!</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Manage the day-to-day operation of the purchase and sales ledger functions.</li><li>Process supplier invoices, credit notes and payments accurately and in a timely manner.</li><li>Prepare and submit VAT returns in accordance with HMRC requirements.</li><li>Ensure VAT is accounted for correctly across all transactions.</li><li>Manage daily banking activities, including processing receipts and payments.</li><li>Perform regular bank reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.</li><li>Monitor outstanding debtor balances and proactively follow up overdue accounts.</li><li>Maintain effective relationships with parents, customers and other stakeholders while managing collections.</li><li>Prepare and post monthly journals, including accruals, prepayments and other adjustments.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Support the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes;</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Minimum of 3 years' experience in an accounting or finance role.</li><li>Proven experience managing purchase ledger and sales ledger processes.</li><li>Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns.</li><li>Experience posting journals, accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Strong bank reconciliation and cash management experience.</li><li>Proactive and self-motivated.</li><li>Reliable and dependable with a strong sense of accountability.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNzcxODQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-06-25T17:11:30Z
Head of Transactional Finance
  • Abingdon, Oxfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in <strong>Abingdon</strong> to recruit a <strong>Head of Transactional Finance</strong>. The Head of Transactional Finance will receive a salary of up to <strong>£80,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote working!</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Lead, mentor and develop the finance operations team, ensuring high performance and professional growth.</li><li>Oversee the AP function to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments and that all liabilities are captured and reported timeously.</li><li>Oversee the AR function to ensure timely and accurate billing and collections.</li><li>Develop strategies to minimize outstanding receivables and improve cashflow.</li><li>Oversee banking relationships and optimize banking operations, including administrative ownership for Corporate credit cards.</li><li>Develop and enhance the cashflow management and reporting processes, with the support of the Treasury assistant.</li><li>Implement and maintain effective internal controls over the AP, AR and treasury processes.</li><li>Implement and maintain effective KPI's across departments, under direct responsibility.</li><li>Oversee the Intercompany policies and procedures, ensuring reconciliations are performed regularly and discrepancies resolved, per policy.</li><li>Oversee the GL accounting and VAT processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and relevant tax regulations and reporting requirements.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><ul><li>Strong people management and development essential</li><li>Strong knowledge of AP, AR, Treasury, GL accounting and tax compliance,</li><li>Strong organisational skills and ability to meet strict deadlines</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, flexible environment</li><li>Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.</li><li>Experience with Monthly Closure processes, balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNzE2NzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-06-18T15:31:03Z
Accounts Assistant
  • Bicester, Oxfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p data-start="0" data-end="64"><strong data-end="62" data-start="0">Accounts Assistant - 6 Month Fixed-Term Contract - £30,000 - £35,000</strong></p><p data-start="66" data-end="393">Robert Half are working with a well-established organisation in North Oxfordshire who are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a 6 month fixed-term contract. This position will provide day-to-day support to the Finance Manager, assisting with a variety of finance and accounting tasks across the business.</p><p data-start="395" data-end="425"><strong data-start="395" data-end="423">Key duties will include:</strong></p><ul data-end="823" data-start="427"><li data-end="488" data-start="427">Processing invoices across both purchase and sales ledger</li><li data-start="489" data-end="553">Performing bank reconciliations and maintaining cash records</li><li data-end="615" data-start="554">Assisting with payment runs and monitoring staff expenses</li><li data-end="688" data-start="616">Supporting credit control activities and issuing customer statements</li><li data-start="689" data-end="756">Maintaining accurate finance records and digital filing systems</li><li data-start="757" data-end="823">Assisting with month-end processes and account reconciliations</li></ul><p data-start="825" data-end="861"><strong data-start="825" data-end="859">The ideal candidate will have:</strong></p><ul data-is-last-node="" data-end="1081" data-is-only-node="" data-start="863"><li data-end="929" data-start="863">Previous experience within an accounts or finance support role</li><li data-start="930" data-end="975">Strong IT skills, particularly with Excel</li><li data-end="1031" data-start="976">Excellent organisational and time management skills</li><li data-start="1032" data-end="1081" data-is-last-node="">High levels of accuracy and attention to detail</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMzc5NjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-05-28T08:28:36Z
Financial Controller
  • Banbury, Oxfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 58000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an <strong>SME</strong> based in <strong>Banbury</strong> to recruit a <strong>Financial Controller.</strong> The Financial Controller will receive a salary of up to <strong>£60,000</strong> (potentially negotiable) along with other attractive benefits <strong>including hybrid remote working</strong> after an initial settling in period.</p><p>This is a <strong>broad role</strong>, and would suit an individual who doesn't mind rolling their sleeves up and getting stuck into the full accounting function.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts</li><li>Production and analysis of profit &amp; loss reports</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and month-end reporting</li><li>Cash flow forecasting and cash management</li><li>Budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Preparation of financial reports and commentary for Directors</li><li>Work closely with the Directors on strategic planning and business growth</li><li>Provide financial insight and analysis to support decision-making</li><li>Management of monthly payroll processes</li><li>Oversee credit control processes and debtor management</li><li>Lead the year-end process and prepare supporting documentation</li><li>Assist external accountants with statutory accounts preparation</li><li>Management, support, and development of the Accounts Assistant</li><li>Maintain and improve finance processes and procedures</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within an SME</li><li>Strong management accounting and commercial finance experience</li><li>Previous experience using Sage 50 Professional is highly desirable</li><li>Excellent Excel and financial systems skills</li><li>Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to work closely with Directors and wider teams</li><li>Experience managing or mentoring junior finance staff</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuOTYzNzEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-05-19T16:18:27Z
Accounts Payable Assistant
  • Oxford, Oxfordshire
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 32000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Accounts Payable - 2 month temporary role </strong></p><p><strong>Part Time - 20-25 hours a week </strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd are pleased to be supporting a business based in Cowley that are looking for a part time temporary Accounts Payable to join the team. Up to £35,000 (FTE)</p><p> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><p>* Management of the end-to-end Accounts Payable process<br />* Monitoring the AP inbox and processing supplier invoices<br />* Matching invoices to purchase orders and ensuring appropriate approvals are in place<br />* Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies<br />* Managing company credit card transactions and ensuring policy compliance<br />* Liaising with procurement regarding purchase orders and supplier queries<br />* Providing general finance and administrative support as required</p><p> </p><p><strong>What they're looking for</strong></p><p>* Strong purchase ledger background <br />* Good IT skills <br />* Strong communication <br />* Immediately available or short notice period </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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuNDMyOTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-05-15T12:28:30Z