<p><strong>Role Title:</strong> Director of Finance (FIN24-010)</p><p><strong>Normal Workbase:</strong> Your normal place of work is the Stoke Campus, but you will be required to work or</p><p>be based at any premises the University occupies or any other reasonable location</p><p>where the University is undertaking its business.</p><p><strong>Grade:</strong> 12</p><p><strong>Role Family:</strong> Senior and Ultimate Lead</p><p><strong>Reporting To</strong>: Chief Financial Officer</p><p><strong>Responsible For:</strong> Director of Business, Planning and Resources</p><p>Head of Financial Planning and Analysis</p><p>Head of Sustainable Strategic Procurement</p><p>Head of Financial Operations</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Summary of the Role</strong></p><p>Lead the development, deployment and evaluation of the Five-Year Financial Strategy, to support the delivery of the</p><p>Strategic Plan and the strategic priorities.</p><p><strong>Key Accountabilities</strong></p><ol><li>Design and manage the delivery of the operational plan to support the Five-Year Financial Strategy including</li></ol><p>academic resource planning, student number planning, the further development of the Target Operating Model,</p><p>budget preparation and forecasting, procurement, treasury management, tax and VAT compliance and the capital</p><p>master plan.</p><ol start="2"><li>Design and manage the delivery of the Financial Regulations and supporting policies and procedures across the</li></ol><p>university, ensuring that these are designed and implemented in accordance with regulatory, legal and statutory</p><p>requirements, and are in compliance with internal and external audit requirements.</p><ol start="3"><li>Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory financial requirements including the preparation of the annual</li></ol><p>consolidated Financial Statements, and the required reporting to regulatory bodies.</p><ol start="4"><li>Design and manage the operational approach to supporting all schools and services across the University with</li></ol><p>their financial management, through the finance business partnering approach.</p><ol start="5"><li>Lead and manage the staff within Finance, in accordance with university policies and procedures, delivering our</li></ol><p>approach for an inclusive culture, in line with our values, whilst ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of all.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role Dimensions</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p>To be successful in this role you will need to hold the following qualification requirements:</p><ul><li>Relevant professional accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)</li></ul><p>Experience and Knowledge Requirements</p><p>To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate:</p><ul><li>Thorough understanding of Higher Education sector including its future direction and a regional and national</li></ul><p>level.</p><ul><li>Strong analytical skills with both quantitative and qualitative data, coupled with the ability to understand</li></ul><p>themes and identify key messages form complex data sets.</p><ul><li>An experienced and credible senior leader, comfortable at operating in high profile, uncertain environments,</li></ul><p>with a style that encourages openness, transparency and empowerment.</p><ul><li>High level communication skills, both written and oral, with the capability of influencing a direction of travel.</li></ul><p><strong>Core Competencies</strong></p><p>As a University we have aligned success, in all roles, to the demonstration of all ten Behavioural Competencies that</p><p>bring our Values to life. Demonstrating these Behaviours is a critical part of a successful career at the University of</p><p>Staffordshire. Whilst you are expected to demonstrate all ten behaviours, five core behaviours have been identified as</p><p>essential for success in the Senior and Ultimate Lead role family as follows:</p><p><strong>Making Relationships Work</strong></p><p>Builds great working relationships, internally and externally, through an honest, open and collaborative approach.</p><p>Communicates effectively and adapts their style to suit the audience or individual, always considering the needs of</p><p>others</p><p><strong>Sees the Bigger Picture</strong></p><p>Thinks and plans several steps ahead. Delivering today's commitments with an eye on future changes and</p><p>requirement. Works collaboratively across the organisation understanding where and how things link together to</p><p>enhance the reputation of the University</p><p><strong>Personal Credibility</strong></p><p>Takes pride in doing a great job. Demonstrates energy and commitment in all aspects of the role. Focuses on the</p><p>things that make the biggest difference to the University, the team and the department.</p><p><strong>Leadership</strong></p><p>Demonstrates leadership of self or self and others if in a management role. Takes responsibility for own actions and</p><p>where in a manager/leader role, the actions of their team. Demonstrates the University values consistently in the way</p><p>they work. Inspires others by their actions.</p><p><strong>Digital</strong></p><p>Demonstrates a positive approach to working with University systems, software and technology. In an ever-changing</p><p>environment seeks out opportunities to embrace change using digital skills, software, and technology to improve</p><p>processes and drive behavioural and organisational change.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Fair and Inclusive * Curious and Daring * Ambitious and Inspirational * Innovative and Enterprising</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. 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<p data-end="495" data-start="104">Robert Half is partnered with a dynamic organisation seeking an experienced finance leader to head up their Finance function. This is a senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the finance function, drive operational excellence, and influence strategic decision-making.</p><p data-start="104" data-end="495">The Head of Finance position will be based in Birmingham, offering a base salary between £75,000 and £95,000 per annum plus car allowance, bonus and other benefits. This role is based 5 days on site.</p><p data-start="104" data-end="495">The Head of Finance is responsible ensuring effective operational delivery while shaping and implementing the strategic objectives of the organisation. This role requires a strong balance of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic thinking, with accountability for compliance, risk management, and service excellence.</p><ul><li>Provide leadership to the Financial Control and Reporting teams, acting as the escalation point for all people and operational matters.</li><li>Build and embed a culture of high performance, collaboration, and accountability across the Finance function.</li><li>Lead and develop team leaders, ensuring effective line management, mentoring, and succession planning.</li><li>Oversee compliance with all statutory, legislative, regulatory, and internal control requirements, including liaison with external auditors and regulators.</li><li>Drive risk mitigation, process improvement, and efficiency in financial operations and reporting.</li><li>Lead and contribute to key strategic initiatives and business projects.</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders to provide insight, challenge, and support for achieving organisational objectives.</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost efficiency and added value within the Finance function.</li><li>Continuously enhance the Finance department's capability, ensuring it is recognised as a centre of excellence.</li><li>Provide clear leadership and motivation to the Finance teams to deliver against KPIs and objectives.</li><li>Act as a role model and mentor, coaching team members to maintain high levels of technical and professional competence.</li><li>Ensure effective succession planning, resource allocation, and employee engagement across the function.</li><li>Design, implement, and continuously improve processes and procedures to support effective and compliant service delivery.</li><li>Establish and maintain a robust control framework and delegation of authority policy.</li><li>Work with internal and external audit teams to ensure compliance and best practice.</li><li>Drive improvements in financial systems, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including statutory accounts, management reporting, and consolidated reporting where relevant.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and contractual obligations.</li><li>Oversee the preparation and review of reconciliations, financial statements, and control checks.</li><li>Act as a senior escalation point for finance-related issues across the business.</li><li>Support audit processes and ensure all financial records, procedures, and controls meet the required standards.</li></ul><h2 data-start="2850" data-end="2875">Person Specification</h2><ul><li>Recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).</li><li>Strong technical knowledge of financial control, reporting, and accounting standards.</li><li>Commercially astute, with the ability to identify risks and opportunities.</li><li>Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail and analytical ability.</li><li>Proven track record of managing financial operations and control environments</li><li>Experienced people leader, with the ability to inspire, coach, and develop high-performing teams.</li><li>Recognised as a senior specialist, able to influence and guide others.</li><li>Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and sound decision-making.</li><li>Skilled at building and managing senior stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.</li><li>Committed to delivering high-quality service and outcomes.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to improve and adapt financial processes and procedures.</li><li>Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, with experience of financial and ERP systems.</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuMjgxODcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-start="334" data-end="418">Interim Tax Consultant - Project based</h2><h2 data-end="418" data-start="334">Lead and execute a comprehensive overhaul of the organisation's tax processes, ensuring full compliance, operational efficiency, and alignment with recognised best-practice standards. The project focuses on strengthening governance, improving accuracy, and embedding sustainable procedures that reduce risk and support long-term strategic objectives.</h2><h3 data-end="844" data-start="816"><strong data-start="820" data-end="844">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><p data-end="886" data-start="845"><strong data-start="845" data-end="884">1. Diagnostic Review & Gap Analysis</strong></p><ul data-start="887" data-end="1214"><li data-start="887" data-end="996"><p data-start="889" data-end="996">Conduct a full assessment of existing tax workflows, controls, documentation, and compliance obligations.</p></li><li data-start="997" data-end="1119"><p data-start="999" data-end="1119">Identify process inefficiencies, control weaknesses, data gaps, and areas of exposure to regulatory or financial risk.</p></li><li data-start="1120" data-end="1214"><p data-start="1122" data-end="1214">Benchmark current practices against industry standards and emerging regulatory requirements.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1275" data-start="1216"><strong data-start="1216" data-end="1273">2. Design & Implementation of Improved Tax Procedures</strong></p><ul data-end="1583" data-start="1276"><li data-start="1276" data-end="1394"><p data-start="1278" data-end="1394">Develop clear, standardised procedures for corporate tax, VAT, transfer pricing, and other relevant tax areas.</p></li><li data-start="1395" data-end="1477"><p data-start="1397" data-end="1477">Implement structured process maps, and documentation protocols.</p></li><li data-end="1583" data-start="1478"><p data-start="1480" data-end="1583">Establish internal control frameworks to ensure accuracy, segregation of duties, and audit-readiness.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1585" data-end="1631"><strong data-start="1585" data-end="1629">3. Strengthening Governance & Compliance</strong></p><ul data-start="1632" data-end="1966"><li data-start="1632" data-end="1750"><p data-end="1750" data-start="1634">Review compliance calendars, filing processes, and data-collection workflows to ensure timely, accurate reporting.</p></li><li data-end="1857" data-start="1751"><p data-end="1857" data-start="1753">Enhance record-keeping practices aligned with regulatory expectations and internal audit requirements.</p></li><li data-end="1966" data-start="1858"><p data-end="1966" data-start="1860">Ensure compliance processes include adequate review steps, sign-off structures, and escalation procedures.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2012" data-start="1968"><strong data-end="2010" data-start="1968">4. Best-Practice Framework Development</strong></p><ul data-end="2324" data-start="2013"><li data-end="2128" data-start="2013"><p data-end="2128" data-start="2015">Introduce leading-practice methodologies for tax risk management, regulatory monitoring, and quality assurance.</p></li><li data-start="2129" data-end="2245"><p data-start="2131" data-end="2245">Provide guidance on automation opportunities and digital tools that enhance efficiency and reduce manual errors.</p></li><li data-end="2324" data-start="2246"><p data-end="2324" data-start="2248">Develop a sustainable governance model that supports continuous improvement.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2326" data-end="2371"><strong data-end="2369" data-start="2326">5. Knowledge Transfer</strong></p><ul data-start="2372" data-end="2684"><li>Deliver training to finance and tax teams on new processes, documentation requirements, and compliance expectations.</li><li data-end="2594" data-start="2493"><p data-end="2594" data-start="2495">Create user-friendly manuals, guides, and templates to support long-term adherence to procedures.</p></li><li data-start="2595" data-end="2684"><p data-end="2684" data-start="2597">Mentor internal stakeholders to embed a culture of accuracy, compliance, and ownership.</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/RG9taW5pYy5Gb3J0ZXkuNDQ5NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-start="108" data-end="132"><strong data-end="130" data-start="111">Head of Finance</strong></h2><p data-start="133" data-end="309"><strong data-end="257" data-start="223">Location: Near Henley-in-Arden, West Midlands</strong><br data-start="257" data-end="260" /> <strong data-start="260" data-end="309">Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 + Benefits Package</strong></p><p data-end="739" data-start="311">An exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished senior finance leader to join a growing, modern manufacturing organisation based near <strong data-end="471" data-start="452">Henley-in-Arden, West Midlands</strong>. Operating in a fast-paced, technically sophisticated environment and backed by private equity, the business is entering a significant phase of investment and transformation. As a result, they are seeking a <strong data-end="698" data-start="679">Head of Finance</strong> to act as the strategic No.2 to the CFO.</p><p data-end="925" data-start="741">This role will play a pivotal part in shaping financial strategy, strengthening governance, and partnering with operational leaders to drive sustainable performance and value creation.</p><h3 data-end="943" data-start="927"><strong data-start="931" data-end="943">The Role</strong></h3><ul><li>Act as a trusted partner to the CFO, providing high-quality financial insight, challenge, and recommendations that support strategic decisions, investment appraisal, and long-term planning.</li><li>Provide analytical and commercial support to operational teams, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities that influence margin, cost efficiency, and performance improvement.</li><li>Lead the development and delivery of the financial strategy, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.</li><li>Support major strategic initiatives, including M&A activity, refinancing, capital structuring, and value-creation planning, contributing to financial modelling, due diligence, integration, and scenario analysis.</li><li>Prepare board-level reporting, investor updates, KPIs, and performance packs, acting as a credible representative of the finance function with private equity stakeholders and external partners.</li><li>Oversee financial accounting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity across ledgers, statutory reporting, and financial governance.</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and accounting policies, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS and driving robust financial discipline across the organisation.</li><li>Lead the external audit process and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality month-end, quarter-end, and year-end results.</li><li>Drive excellence in management accounting, including costing, variance analysis, operational KPIs, pricing support, and manufacturing reporting.</li><li>Enhance costing methodologies, inventory controls, and manufacturing transparency to support improved decision-making and operational performance.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team across transactional, financial accounting, and management accounting disciplines.</li><li>Champion continuous improvement, process optimisation, and best-practice financial workflows, including upgrades to ERP and reporting systems.</li><li>Instil strong financial governance, clarity around cost ownership, and accountability at all levels of the business.</li></ul><h3 data-end="3050" data-start="3033"><strong data-end="3050" data-start="3037">About You</strong></h3><p data-end="3178" data-start="3051">We are looking for a forward-thinking, commercially minded finance leader who can thrive in a dynamic and evolving environment.</p><ul><li>Full accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with substantial post-qualified experience.</li><li>Proven experience in finance leadership within manufacturing, engineering, or similarly complex environments.</li><li>Strong technical grounding across both financial and management accounting.</li><li>A track record of leading, developing, and motivating finance teams.</li><li>Experience in private equity-backed or complex group structures (desirable).</li><li>Advanced Excel and ERP capability.</li><li>A proactive, improvement-driven mindset with strong commercial awareness.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to build credibility with internal and external 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/amFjay5jb253YXkuODIwMDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of FP+A on behalf of a Global Sales business with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Head of FP+A you will need to be a highly motivated leader with a proven record of steering business performance at both strategic and operational levels. You will closely with the Managing Director, senior leadership team and CFO to help drive decision making and improved performance. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Act as a key finance partner to the MD, CFO, and UK Board, shaping strategy, and defining the UK financial and controlling framework in line with global standards.</li><li>Leading the evaluation of major strategic initiatives across pricing and sales network development</li><li>Lead end-to-end performance management, driving planning, forecasting, governance, KPI setting, and profitability analysis to ensure clarity, and delivery of financial targets.</li><li>Own planning and forecasting, driving annual plans, cost control, investment appraisal, and scenario modelling to enable agile, informed decision-making.</li><li>Lead and develop a high-performing team, and drive cross-functional collaboration across UK and global finance</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant already working at a Senior Commercial level such as Commercial Finance Manager with strong experience across FP+A, leadership and commercial controlling. Previous experience within a Matrix sales organisation would be of benefit.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Head of FP+A is based in Milton Keynes and working 3 days a week in the office and offering a salary of up to £80K + Excellent 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMjgwMTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>HEAD OF TALENT - PERMANENT - UP TO £85k + 10-20% BONUS - NORTHAMPTON - ONSITE</strong></p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a long-standing client who are looking for a permanent Head of Talent to join their team offering up to £85k + 10-20% bonus! You will take the lead in building a powerful, in-house recruitment engine and act as a strategic partner across the business. You'll drive top-tier hiring and influence their talent strategy at every stage as they continue to grow at pace.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Effectively managing the recruitment cycle for vacancies across the business.</li><li>Directly sourcing candidates for a range of positions, from executive level hires to junior graduate trainees.</li><li>Lead the existing Graduate Recruitment programme.</li><li>Liaising with senior stakeholders in the business to identify recruitment needs and support throughout each stage of the process.</li><li>Building effective relationships with recruitment agencies to assist with the identification of suitable candidates for roles.</li><li>Confidence and ability to effectively negotiate payment terms and rebate terms with external recruitment agencies.</li><li>Interviewing and communicating with candidates, as well drafting job descriptions and other media to support recruitment efforts.</li><li>Utilising recruitment software and digital solutions to drive efficiency and processes.</li><li>Consistently driving talent attraction via Social Media platforms, Job Boards, and LinkedIn Recruiter.</li><li>Hiring in high-volume/peak periods whilst supporting the Leadership Team in the delivery of exceptional talent into the business.</li><li>Organising and attending regional recruitment events to assist with recruitment, and travel as required to various locations in the UK for recruitment events and assessment days etc.</li><li>Working with the Leadership Team and COO to support with business change projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul><li>5+ years' experience leading an in-house function or managing an agency office.</li><li>Helpful, but not a requirement, would be a sound understanding of a sales or finance environment.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of UK, and ROI right to work legislation.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to show accuracy and exemplary attention to detail.</li><li>Experience of working with data systems or ATS systems.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMDQ2MzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="549" data-start="238">Robert Half has partnered exclusively with a client in Birmingham who are looking for a proven senior leader to take charge of their data science strategy and drive the next wave of AI innovation. This is a permanent opportunity, with hybrid working, paying up to £95,000 with great benefits such as bonus and car allowance.</p><p data-start="238" data-end="549">This role requires someone who can operate at executive level, set vision, and deliver impact while building out teams, platforms, and solutions that scale across the business.</p><h3 data-start="551" data-end="572">The Role</h3><ul><li>Own the organisation-wide data science strategy, with a focus on Generative AI, ML, and advanced analytics</li><li>Be the senior voice on AI, influencing board-level discussions and shaping how data science drives commercial outcomes.</li><li>Establish an AI Centre of Excellence to embed data-driven thinking across all functions.</li><li>Deliver enterprise-scale GenAI solutions (e.g. copilots, virtual assistants, RAG systems) and lead classical ML initiatives.</li><li>Define governance and ethical standards for responsible AI adoption.</li></ul><h3 data-end="1133" data-start="1105">What We're Looking For</h3><ul><li>Extensive senior leadership experience leading large, enterprise data science functions.</li><li>A strong track record of delivering production-grade AI/ML solutions and driving adoption at scale.</li><li>Deep expertise in GenAI (LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG) as well as classical ML and experimentation.</li><li>Hands-on knowledge of MLOps, cloud (AWS/Azure), and modern data science tools.</li><li>Exceptional stakeholder skills - able to translate complex technical work into board-level strategy and outcomes.</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/Um94eS5MYXcuNTkxMDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half have partnered on an exclsuive basis with a growing Pharmaceutical/MedTech organisation in the Greater Manchester area to recruit and IT Manager on a permanent basis.<br /><br />As the IT Manager, you will lead the planning, implementation, maintenance, and security of IT systems, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and external vendors to support secure, scalable, and compliant technology solutions across the organisation. Experience in regulated industries, particularly within healthcare, is highly desirable.<br /><br /><strong>Responsibilities:<br /></strong></p><ul><li>Lead the day-to-day operations of the IT team including the dedicated service desk, infrastructure maintenance and systems management.</li><li>Be responsible for meeting IT Service Desk SLA's and achieving KPI's</li><li>Develop policies and drive process improvement in line with standards such as ITIL and Cyber Essentials.</li><li>Ensure that company policies are implemented, review and maintain procedures and ensure necessary tracking information is captured.</li><li>Lead and manage the IT team Comprising of Senior IT Engineers and an IT Engineer, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities to ensure the team's success and alignment with organisational goals.</li><li>Engage with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Manage and maintain IT budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships. Own, develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources and services supplied to the business.</li><li>Contribute to and ensure first line security of the organisation IT systems and data through implementing cybersecurity measures.</li><li>Ensure network and system security, ensuring compliance with data protection laws (e.g., GDPR) and any other appropriate regulatory standards.</li><li>Lead IT projects, including Company acquisitions, software and hardware upgrades, migrations, and digital transformation initiatives.</li><li>Covering team absences which may require time filling other team roles, such as commissioning equipment, covering the help desk, technical research and implementation.</li><li>Provide technical support, training and communications to end-users as part of the wider change projects.</li><li>Monitor system performance and implement improvements as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience/Skills required:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in an IT Manager or similar leadership role, preferably within healthcare, life sciences, or medical communications.</li><li>Strong knowledge of cloud-based platforms (especially Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Azure).</li><li>Excellent understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR, ISO 27001).</li><li>Experience supporting hybrid/remote teams using collaboration tools such as Teams, Zoom, and project management systems.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary/logistics:</strong></p><ul><li>£60,000-£70,000 + additional benefits</li><li>Hybrid working - 2/3 days a week on site as standard.</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/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjM0OTg5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Exciting opportunity for an IT Manager to join a growing not-for-profit organisation based in Oxford, offering up to £59,000 plus excellent benefits (including hybrid working)</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The IT Manager will be a standalone position, so an excellent blend of hands-on, operational work as well as strategic planning and project management. </p><p>Responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>working closely with senior stakeholders, developing a strategic road-map for IT and systems</li><li>managing effective relationships with 3rd party vendors </li><li>overseeing day to day management of systems, networks and infrastructure </li><li>cyber security ownership, ensuring company compliance with various industry standards</li><li>project, change, budget and risk management</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Applicants for the IT Manager role will have:</p><ul><li>a hands-on systems configurations, hardware and networking skills </li><li>experience of IT management, developing IT strategies, and budget management </li><li>experience of supervising/managing small teams </li><li>cyber security experience including knowledge of ISO27001 / ISO277001</li></ul><p><strong>On offer</strong></p><p>Salary of up to £59,000 plus excellent company benefits, including hybrid and flexible working options</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/cGV0ZXIuZWx3YXJkLjMyMTU4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering a European manufacturing company in the appointment of a highly motivated and hands-on Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function at the South Manchester/Cheshire site. This is a new role due to the companies continued expansion. </p><p>Operating within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, the successful candidate will play a key role in managing day-to-day financial operations, providing insightful analysis, and supporting the leadership team in driving sustainable growth and operational efficiency.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who enjoys a mix of operational involvement and strategic contribution within a dynamic, growing business.</p><p>The successful candidate will be hands on with strong technical ability and experience operating in a fast-paced, progressive business. </p><p data-start="978" data-end="1005"><strong data-start="978" data-end="1003">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-end="1895" data-start="1006"><li data-end="1126" data-start="1006"><p data-end="1126" data-start="1008">Managing financial operations, including general ledger, management accounts, and reporting.</p></li><li data-end="1219" data-start="1127"><p data-start="1129" data-end="1219">Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.</p></li><li data-start="1220" data-end="1333"><p data-start="1222" data-end="1333">Partner closely with operational and commercial teams to support decision-making and performance improvement.</p></li><li data-start="1334" data-end="1411"><p data-start="1336" data-end="1411">Oversee cash flow management, working capital control, and cost analysis.</p></li><li data-end="1512" data-start="1412"><p data-end="1512" data-start="1414">Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and external audit requirements.</p></li><li data-start="1513" data-end="1632"><p data-end="1632" data-start="1515">Lead and develop a small finance team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.</p></li><li data-end="1708" data-start="1633"><p data-end="1708" data-start="1635">Support pricing, costing, and margin analysis to enhance profitability.</p></li><li data-start="1709" data-end="1802"><p data-end="1802" data-start="1711">Review and refine financial processes and systems to improve efficiency and data quality.</p></li><li data-end="1895" data-start="1803"><p data-start="1805" data-end="1895">Assist with group reporting and coordination with head office finance teams as required.</p></li></ul><p>YOU: </p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA)</li><li>Experience in manufacturing preferred but not essential</li><li>Experience operating a broader role within an SME</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a proactive, collaborative approach</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li></ul><p>This opportunity is offering hybrid working with onsite parking. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjA3MTUzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a <strong>renewable energy</strong> organisation based in <strong>Oxford</strong> to recruit a <strong>part time</strong> (0.6) <strong>Technical Accountant</strong>. The Technical Accountant will receive a salary of up to <strong>£90,000</strong> (FTE, take home £54,000 based on 0.6) along with other attractive benefits including mostly remote working. You will need to be in the office once a week.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Take ownership of and proactively manage the audit process across all jurisdictions</li><li>Lead the preparation of technical accounting memos to support internal documentation and external compliance needs</li><li>Review and interpret contracts to identify accounting implications and advise on structuring options from a compliance perspective</li><li>Monitor and interpret new and amended IFRS standards, as well as changes to laws and regulations, assessing their potential impact on each entity</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement by reviewing and improving controls and internal documentation</li><li>Maintain a register of key accounting considerations, judgements and estimates which will be used to inform strategic decision making within the business</li><li>Manage relationships with tax advisors, accountants and other service providers</li><li>Provide training and technical updates to the finance team as needed</li><li>Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis to support Head of Finance Operations and CFO</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA)</li><li>Proven experience drafting technical memos, including conducting research and presenting solutions</li><li>Thorough understanding of group audit processes and requirements, including consolidation (either in UK or US)</li><li>Ability to cope with ambiguity and to manage multiple workflows simultaneously</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft suite and specifically, Microsoft Excel</li><li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to coordinate external advisors and articulate finance issues to non-finance personnel</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNDUyNzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>ESTATES DIRECTOR - UP TO £410/day (via umbrella) - BIRMINGHAM - ONSITE - ASAP START DATE </strong></p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a long-standing client who are recruiting for a full-time Estates Director for a 4 month temporary assignment to cover absence within the team offering up to £410/day (via umbrella)! </p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the Estate Management team.</li><li>Ensure the building is a high-quality, safe place to work, shop, visit and live.</li><li>Build strong relationships with tenants and stakeholders.</li><li>Support marketing and business improvement activities.</li><li>Oversee all health & safety and environmental responsibilities.</li><li>Manage suppliers and contractors.</li><li>Monitor budgets, service charges, and financial performance.</li><li>Handle tenant performance reporting and surveys.</li><li>Deal with customer issues quickly and professionally.</li><li>Promote occupancy, community engagement and ESG initiatives.</li><li>Provide monthly reporting to the landlord/client. </li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul><li>Excellent people and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong strategic management experience in a large, prestigious asset.</li><li>Real estate / mixed-use property experience (10+ years).</li><li>Experience managing big Capex projects and service charge budgets.</li><li>Good financial understanding (P&L, reporting).</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMDcyMDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="213" data-end="688">Robert Half is partnering a well established Macclesfield based manufacturing company in the appointment of a qualified Finance Manager to join its growing business within a wider group structure. The successful candidate will take responsibility for all core finance functions from accounting and reporting through to budgeting, forecasting, and commercial financial support, ensuring financial stability, compliance, and providing insightful analysis that helps guide strategic and operational decision-making across the group.</p><p data-start="213" data-end="688">Reporting into the Managing Director with a line into the Group Financial Controller, duties are as follows:</p><ul data-end="2211" data-start="717"><li data-start="717" data-end="919">Lead the full finance function, including day-to-day accounting, management of ledgers, bank reconciliations, creditor/debtor control, and cash-flow management. </li><li data-end="1110" data-start="920"><p data-start="922" data-end="1110">Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts, balance sheets, profit & loss statements, cashflow reports, and other financial statements</p></li><li data-end="1335" data-start="1111"><p data-start="1113" data-end="1335">Develop, maintain and monitor budgets and forecasts (short-term and long-term), including variance analysis and scenario modelling to support business planning and growth strategies. </p></li><li data-start="1336" data-end="1549"><p data-start="1338" data-end="1549">Provide financial insight and analysis to senior management and group leadership to support commercial decisions, investments, cost control and profitability optimisation.</p></li><li data-end="1712" data-start="1550"><p data-start="1552" data-end="1712">Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, statutory reporting requirements, tax, VAT and other obligations. </p></li><li data-end="1951" data-start="1713"><p data-start="1715" data-end="1951">Manage and lead a team of 3 finance staff; act as a key point of contact within the group for finance interactions and consolidate group-level financial information where required.</p></li><li data-start="1952" data-end="2211"><p data-start="1954" data-end="2211">Drive improvement and standardisation of finance processes and systems (e.g. accounting software, process automation, internal control frameworks) to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and scalability as the business grows. </p></li></ul><p data-start="2213" data-end="2241"><strong data-end="2239" data-start="2213">Candidate Requirements</strong></p><ul data-end="3437" data-start="2242"><li data-end="2386" data-start="2242"><p data-start="2244" data-end="2386">Fully qualified accountant (e.g. ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent recognised qualification/experience.</p></li><li data-end="2386" data-start="2242"><p data-end="2386" data-start="2244">Post-qualification experience in a Finance Manager (or senior finance) role, ideally within an SME or group-structured business.</p></li><li data-end="2759" data-start="2581"><p data-end="2759" data-start="2583">Strong technical accounting skills, including experience with UK accounting standards, month-end and year-end close, financial statement preparation, and financial reporting.</p></li><li data-end="2962" data-start="2760"><p data-start="2762" data-end="2962">Proven ability in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and analysis; comfortable preparing and presenting financial information to senior stakeholders and supporting strategic decision-making.</p></li><li data-start="2963" data-end="3115"><p data-start="2965" data-end="3115">Excellent commercial awareness: ability to understand and interpret business performance, profitability drivers, costs, margins and financial risks.</p></li><li data-start="3116" data-end="3286"><p data-end="3286" data-start="3118">Strong Excel skills, SAP advantageous</p></li><li data-end="3437" data-start="3287"><p data-start="3289" data-end="3437">Strong communication and leadership abilities; capable of managing and liaising with multiple stakeholders across departments and the wider group.</p></li></ul><p data-end="3473" data-start="3439"><strong data-start="3439" data-end="3471">What's On Offer </strong></p><ul data-end="4008" data-start="3474"><li data-end="3587" data-start="3474"><p data-end="3587" data-start="3476">A key role within a group environment, offering exposure to multiple business units and commercial functions.</p></li><li data-end="3729" data-start="3588"><p data-start="3590" data-end="3729">Opportunity to shape and drive financial strategy, improve financial processes, and have a meaningful impact on growth and profitability.</p></li><li data-start="3730" data-end="3855"><p data-end="3855" data-start="3732">Collaboration with senior leadership and operational teams, influencing business decisions with robust financial insight.</p></li><li data-end="4008" data-start="3856"><p data-start="3858" data-end="4008">A dynamic, evolving environment where flexibility and proactive thinking are valued, and where the finance function plays a central, strategic role.</p></li></ul><p>This is a great business to be part of, a friendly and supportive team offering hybrid working and on-site parking. </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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjA3MjU5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting a Payroll Manager on behalf of a Large Outsourced Services Provider with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Payroll Manager you will support the Finance Teams during an exciting period of growth to manage all payroll activities on behalf of clients whilst managing a small team. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>End-to-end processing of company payrolls including processing BACS/Faster Payments and pensions payments.</li><li>Payroll administration including filing, setting up new starters, HMRC tax codes and student loan updates</li></ul><ul><li>Termination payment calculations</li><li>P11Ds</li><li>Process increases and calculation of back pay</li><li>Month end RTI submissions</li><li>Support any required system updates, parallel runs, migrations, reconciliation and implementations</li><li>Regular reports to Senior Finance</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be an experienced Senior Payroll individual who has ideally lead teams and has experience within a multi-site/multi entity business ideally from a Bureau setting or similar who is able to work at a fast pace and with the ability to work both internally and externally with stakeholders.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Payroll Manager in Milton Keynes is working 5 days a week in the office with some flexibility and offering a salary of £40-50K.</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDM1OTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3 class="rhcl-heading rhcl-heading--modifier-none rhcl-heading--theme-light rhcl-heading--variant-display5"><strong data-start="131" data-end="205">Financial Reporting Manager</strong></h3><p data-end="549" data-start="209">Robert Half are partnering with a high-performing, PE-backed organisation currently on an exciting growth journey. With continued investment in innovation, technology, and operational excellence, this is a fantastic opportunity for a Financial Reporting Manager to play a key role in shaping the next phase of the company's expansion.</p><p data-start="551" data-end="932">The Financial Reporting Manager will take ownership of delivering high-quality statutory and financial compliance across the group, driving continuous improvement in reporting processes, and ensuring compliance with corporate, tax, and regulatory standards. This position will suit a technically strong, commercially minded finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.</p><h3 data-end="962" data-start="934"><strong data-start="938" data-end="962">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Lead the preparation of statutory accounts for multiple UK entities in accordance with UK GAAP.</li><li>Oversee compliance with corporate tax, VAT, and R&D tax credit reporting requirements.</li><li>Manage year-end processes and enhance the quality and timeliness of reporting.</li><li>Act as the lead point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors.</li><li>Support consolidated group reporting, collaborating closely with PE investors and auditors.</li><li>Contribute to finance transformation projects, including systems development and process automation.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control.</li><li>Strengthen internal financial governance and control frameworks.</li><li>Implement standardised reporting and automation solutions where appropriate.</li><li>Support group-wide projects including M&A integration, investment appraisals, and scenario analysis.</li><li>Provide technical accounting guidance to finance and non-finance stakeholders.</li></ul><h3 data-start="1933" data-end="1968"><strong data-end="1968" data-start="1937">Experience & Qualifications</strong></h3><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with a strong technical grounding.</li><li>Proven experience in a complex, multi-entity or project-driven environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of statutory reporting and tax compliance requirements.</li><li>Exposure to R&D tax reliefs, corporate tax reporting.</li><li>Experience within a PE-backed or high-growth organisation desirable.</li><li>Advanced Excel and ERP systems experience.</li><li>Commercially aware with a proactive, continuous improvement mindset.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to build credibility across all levels.</li></ul><p><strong data-start="2620" data-end="2642">Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p><br / data-start="2642" data-end="2645"> A competitive salary in the region of <strong data-start="2683" data-end="2704">£75,000 - £85,000</strong>, plus a comprehensive benefits package. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business offering both challenge and progression within a high-growth, PE-backed environment.</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuMDAyNjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Corporate Tax and VAT Manager on behalf of a large service and sales business with offices in Milton Keynes</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Corporate Tax and VAT Manager you will play a key role in supporting the UK business and international sites with full compliance across UK Gaap, US Gaap, Statutory requirements and Corporate Tax and VAT. You will be the go to expert for all things Corporate Tax and VAT and manage end to end processes to ensure seamless compliance and reporting for the business working closely with the Global Tax and Finance Teams to support strategic and operational financial objectives. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Managing <strong>VAT submissions</strong> - gathering information, preparing returns, and liaising with external advisors.</li><li>Leading <strong>UK Corporate Tax</strong> reporting, including R&D, Patent Box, PSA, and P11D compliance.</li><li>Supporting annual <strong>corporation tax returns</strong>, ensuring accuracy, minimizing liabilities, and coordinating payments to HMRC.</li><li>Partnering with <strong>HMRC</strong> on corporate tax matters, including correspondence, negotiations, and approvals.</li><li>Providing <strong>tax forecasts and planning insights</strong> for the UK group and supporting US corporate tax teams.</li><li>Assisting with <strong>month-end and year-end close</strong>, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will ideally be a Qualified Accountant and potentially CTA Qualified with 3 years experience in accounting and with direct demonstrable expertise in Corporate Tax and VAT. This is an excellent newly created opportunity to join a <strong>global leader in its industry</strong> where innovation, continuous improvement, and best practice are at the heart of everything they do.</p><p>Company.</p><p>You'll join a <strong>dynamic, global organisation</strong> where your expertise will shape the financial success of regional and international operations. Expect an environment that values <strong>continuous improvement</strong>, <strong>professional growth</strong>, and <strong>team collaboration</strong>.</p><p>Salary and Benefits.</p><p>Role of Corporate Tax and VAT Manager in Milton Keynes is working on a Hybrid basis and offering a salary of up to 60K + Excellent Benefits - Potentially more for the right candidate.</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMTQ2NzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="158" data-end="556"><strong>Robert Half are recruiting for an exciting new contract opportunity! This role is fully remote or working from their Solihull offices on a hybrid basis if preferred.</strong> The HR Operations Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day delivery of HR operational services across the business. This role ensures that core HR processes across the employee lifecycle-including onboarding, payroll coordination, HR systems, employee data, benefits administration, and policy governance-are delivered consistently, efficiently, and in line with regulatory requirements.</p><p data-end="926" data-start="558">Acting as a key link between the People team, Finance, managers, and external partners, the HR Operations Manager drives service excellence, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency. The role also leads the HR Operations team and uses data, systems, and standardised processes to enhance the employee experience and support informed business decision-making.</p><h2 data-start="1418" data-end="1445"><strong data-start="1421" data-end="1445">Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><h3 data-start="1447" data-end="1483">HR Operations & Service Delivery</h3><ul data-start="1484" data-end="2018"><li data-start="1484" data-end="1653"><p data-start="1486" data-end="1653">Lead the delivery of HR operational services across the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, payroll coordination, and employee data management.</p></li><li data-start="1654" data-end="1877"><p data-end="1877" data-start="1656">Act as the primary point of contact for operational HR queries and provide pragmatic advice to managers on employee relations matters, including contractual terms, absence management, policies, and consultation processes.</p></li><li data-start="1878" data-end="2018"><p data-end="2018" data-start="1880">Ensure HR services are delivered consistently and in line with internal governance, employment legislation, and data protection standards.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2053" data-start="2020">HR Systems, Data & Compliance</h3><ul data-start="2054" data-end="2513"><li data-start="2054" data-end="2216"><p data-end="2216" data-start="2056">Own and optimise the use of the HRIS (Sage HR), ensuring data accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with GDPR, employment legislation, and ISO requirements.</p></li><li data-end="2306" data-start="2217"><p data-end="2306" data-start="2219">Maintain ownership of the company's HMRC SMS visa portal and ensure ongoing compliance.</p></li><li data-end="2403" data-start="2307"><p data-end="2403" data-start="2309">Conduct regular audits and quality checks to safeguard the integrity of HR data and processes.</p></li><li data-end="2513" data-start="2404"><p data-end="2513" data-start="2406">Leverage workforce data and insights to support senior leadership decision-making and service improvements.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2515" data-end="2554">Leadership & Stakeholder Management</h3><ul data-end="2981" data-start="2555"><li data-start="2555" data-end="2690"><p data-start="2557" data-end="2690">Provide line management and development support to the HR Operations team, promoting a high-performance and customer-focused culture.</p></li><li data-end="2856" data-start="2691"><p data-start="2693" data-end="2856">Build strong, collaborative relationships with People teams, Finance, Payroll, regional HR colleagues, and wider stakeholders to ensure joined-up service delivery.</p></li><li data-start="2857" data-end="2981"><p data-end="2981" data-start="2859">Act as the escalation point for complex or sensitive HR operational issues, resolving them efficiently and professionally.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="3455" data-end="3484">Change & Project Delivery</h3><ul data-end="3795" data-start="3485"><li data-start="3485" data-end="3594"><p data-start="3487" data-end="3594">Lead and support HR Operations activity related to TUPE transfers, restructures, and redundancy programmes.</p></li><li data-end="3697" data-start="3595"><p data-start="3597" data-end="3697">Partner with overseas HR teams to align operational processes and ensure consistency across regions.</p></li><li data-start="3698" data-end="3795"><p data-start="3700" data-end="3795">Provide cross-coverage for international People Operations during peak periods or annual leave.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="3823" data-start="3797">Broader People Support</h3><ul data-end="5103" data-start="4211"><li data-end="3989" data-start="3824"><p data-end="3989" data-start="3826">Act as the dedicated HR Advisor for specific business units, supporting recruitment activity, employee relations cases, organisational change, and people planning.</p></li><li data-end="4165" data-start="3990"><p data-start="3992" data-end="4165">Contribute to wider People & Culture initiatives beyond core operations, including learning and development delivery, workplace strategy, engagement, and culture programmes.</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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4xNzIyMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a transport services business to recruit for a Compliance & Risk Manager.</p><p><strong>6-month fixed-term contract | £52,000-£56,000 | Hybrid (2 days per week on-site) | Crewe or Derby</strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced compliance and risk specialist to support the development, coordination and assurance of compliance frameworks across a multi-entity operational environment. The role works closely with senior leaders and group stakeholders, providing expertise across corporate compliance, data protection and risk management.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and enhance standardised compliance and risk frameworks, ensuring consistent controls and governance across all business units.</li><li>Act as the primary link between Group Compliance and local teams, sharing best practice and escalating issues when required.</li><li>Carry out assurance reviews and support continuous improvement of processes, controls and documentation.</li><li>Lead compliance communications, training materials, e-learning monitoring and responses to employee queries.</li><li>Manage data protection responsibilities, including incident reporting, retention controls and compliance registers.</li><li>Oversee risk register updates, quarterly reporting, governance submissions and audit action tracking.</li><li>Support wider governance and assurance forums, contributing to ICS, risk and audit activities.</li><li>Promote a strong compliance culture across the organisation, with some travel between sites.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Relevant qualification with <strong>3+ years experience</strong> in compliance, risk, audit or governance.</li><li>Strong knowledge of corporate compliance policies and data protection requirements.</li><li>Experience working with risk management frameworks and assurance processes.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex information and influence stakeholders.</li><li>Highly organised, proactive and comfortable juggling multiple priorities.</li><li>Strong relationship builder, able to collaborate effectively across functions and locations.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary (£52k-£56k).</li><li>Hybrid working with <strong>2 days per week on-site</strong>.</li><li>Choice of base location: <strong>Crewe or Derby</strong>.</li><li>Opportunity to shape compliance activity within a complex, fast-moving organisation.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMjgzNzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="281" data-end="606">Robert Half are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a prestigious Oxford-based institution to recruit an Accounts Receivable & Credit Control Manager. This is a key role within a large, respected finance function, responsible for overseeing high-volume invoicing, credit control, reconciliations, and team leadership.</p><p data-end="606" data-start="281"><strong>Location:</strong> Oxford</p><p data-start="281" data-end="606"><strong>Office / Hybrid:</strong> WFH 2 or 3 days per week</p><p data-start="281" data-end="606"><strong>Salary:</strong> £39,424 - £47,779</p><p data-start="608" data-end="1005">The position manages the end-to-end Accounts Receivable process across a wide range of income streams, ensuring timely and accurate billing, robust credit control practices, and strong financial controls. You will oversee a small team, act as the primary contact for auditors, and play a vital part in process improvement as the organisation continues to modernise its systems and ways of working.</p><p data-end="1284" data-start="1007">The successful candidate will bring strong customer-service skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Once embedded, there is genuine scope to move around the organisation as you gain familiarity with its systems and culture.</p><p data-end="1310" data-start="1286"><strong data-end="1310" data-start="1286">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-start="1311" data-end="1890"><li data-end="1385" data-start="1311"><p data-start="1313" data-end="1385">Oversee accurate and timely invoicing across multiple revenue streams.</p></li><li data-end="1469" data-start="1386"><p data-end="1469" data-start="1388">Lead credit control activity, ensuring proactive and effective debt management.</p></li><li data-start="1470" data-end="1541"><p data-end="1541" data-start="1472">Manage reconciliations, ensuring financial accuracy across systems.</p></li><li data-start="1542" data-end="1636"><p data-end="1636" data-start="1544">Act as the main AR/Credit Control contact for internal stakeholders and external auditors.</p></li><li data-start="1637" data-end="1691"><p data-start="1639" data-end="1691">Supervise, support, and develop the existing team.</p></li><li data-start="1692" data-end="1793"><p data-start="1694" data-end="1793">Review and enhance AR processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and system integration.</p></li><li data-end="1890" data-start="1794"><p data-start="1796" data-end="1890">Ensure compliance with financial policies, VAT regulations, and wider governance frameworks.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1892" data-end="1911"><strong data-end="1911" data-start="1892">What's on Offer</strong></p><ul data-start="1912" data-end="2405"><li data-end="1995" data-start="1912">38 days (inc. public holidays). Long service additional annual leave awarded - up to 5 days per annum.</li><li data-end="1995" data-start="1912"><p data-end="1995" data-start="1914">A highly competitive pension scheme (14.5% employer contribution), with options to over- or under-contribute.</p></li><li data-start="1996" data-end="2061"><p data-start="1998" data-end="2061">subsidised food across on-site catering facilities.</p></li><li data-start="2062" data-end="2174"><p data-end="2174" data-start="2064">Access to extensive staff discounts through partnerships with local restaurants, hotels, retailers and more.</p></li><li data-end="2328" data-start="2249"><p data-start="2251" data-end="2328">A collaborative environment with strong internal mobility once established.</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS42MjAzMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="0" data-end="123"><strong>Power BI Analyst</strong><br / data-end="23" data-start="20"><strong> Location: Birmingham (Hybrid )</strong><br / data-start="82" data-end="85"><strong> Salary: £35,000 + great benefits</strong></p><p data-start="125" data-end="335">Robert Half have been retained by a well-established organisation to recruit a Power BI Analyst within their Finance team, reporting directly to the Head of Commercial Finance.</p><p data-start="337" data-end="623">This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that truly values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As part of a supportive finance function, you'll play a key role in turning complex data into meaningful insights that drive smarter decisions and real results.</p><h3 data-end="652" data-start="630"><strong data-start="634" data-end="652">What You'll Do</strong></h3><ul data-end="1065" data-start="653"><li data-start="653" data-end="736"><p data-end="736" data-start="655">Build and deliver impactful Power BI reports with clear analysis and commentary</p></li><li data-start="737" data-end="824"><p data-start="739" data-end="824">Identify trends, highlight underperformance, and provide actionable recommendations</p></li><li data-end="909" data-start="825"><p data-start="827" data-end="909">Work closely with Tech to improve and automate reporting tools</p></li><li data-start="977" data-end="1065"><p data-end="1065" data-start="979">Support the Head of Commercial Finance with data-led insights to enhance performance</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1072" data-end="1097"><strong data-end="1097" data-start="1076">What You'll Bring</strong></h3><ul data-start="1098" data-end="1361"><li data-start="1098" data-end="1157"><p data-start="1100" data-end="1157">Proven experience in a data or performance analyst role</p></li><li data-start="1158" data-end="1228"><p data-start="1160" data-end="1228">Advanced Power BI skills and confidence in creating dashboards</p></li><li data-end="1293" data-start="1229"><p data-end="1293" data-start="1231">Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills</p></li><li data-start="1294" data-end="1361"><p data-start="1296" data-end="1361">A proactive, inquisitive mindset with a passion for improvement</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1368" data-end="1391"><strong data-end="1391" data-start="1372">What's on Offer</strong></h3><ul data-end="1645" data-start="1392"><li data-end="1410" data-start="1392"><p data-end="1410" data-start="1394">£35,000 salary</p></li><li data-start="1411" data-end="1467"><p data-end="1467" data-start="1413">Hybrid working </p></li><li data-start="1468" data-end="1518"><p data-end="1518" data-start="1470">22 days holiday (rising to 27) + bank holidays</p></li><li data-start="1519" data-end="1572"><p data-start="1521" data-end="1572">Pension, Life Assurance, optional Bupa Healthcare</p></li><li data-start="1573" data-end="1645"><p data-start="1575" data-end="1645">Wellbeing tools, retail discounts & career development opportunities</p></li></ul><p data-end="1817" data-start="1652">Join a business that's going from strength to strength - where your insight can shape the future.<br / data-start="1749" data-end="1752"> <strong data-start="1752" data-end="1815">Apply today!</strong></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/Q2FpdGxpbi5TbWl0aC42MzQ4Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Finance Director - SME - Leicester (On-site, 5 days/week, 6-month contract)</strong></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong><br />We are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director to join a dynamic SME based in Leicester. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing all finance operations and supporting business performance through a period of transition. The assignment will be full-time, on-site, for 6 months.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the finance function and manage the day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, cash flow, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.</li><li>Oversee the production of accurate management accounts and financial statements in line with company and statutory requirements.</li><li>Provide financial insight and challenge to the senior leadership team, supporting business strategy and decision-making.</li><li>Review and enhance financial controls, processes, and systems to improve efficiency and compliance.</li><li>Manage banking relationships, cash management, and working capital.</li><li>Support or lead year-end audit, tax submissions, and liaison with external advisors.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team, ensuring clear objectives and professional development.</li><li>Provide scenario modelling and strategic recommendations to support business change, growth initiatives, or restructuring as required.</li><li>Act as finance business partner to operational leaders and stakeholders across the business.</li><li>Deliver ad hoc finance projects as needed throughout the interim assignment.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Skills & Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with substantial post-qualification experience in SME environments.</li><li>Proven track record as a Finance Director or in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within an SME or mid-market company.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge combined with commercial acumen and excellent analytical skills.</li><li>Experience of improving processes, financial controls, and reporting frameworks.</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to partner with and influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>Hands-on approach and willingness to be operational as well as strategic.</li><li>Experience managing or leading teams and supporting change/transformation is highly desirable.</li><li>Immediate or short-term availability preferred.</li></ul><p><strong>Details:</strong></p><ul><li>Location: Leicester, full-time, 5 days per week on site.</li><li>Contract: Interim, 6 months.</li><li>Sector: SME - open to various industries.</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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzY5OTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3 data-start="136" data-end="191">🚀 Graduate Accountant - Your Career Starts Here!</h3><p data-end="242" data-start="192"><strong data-end="205" data-start="192">Location:</strong> Solihull<br data-end="217" data-start="214" /> <strong data-end="228" data-start="217">Salary:</strong> £32,000 DOE</p><p data-start="244" data-end="553">Are you a recent graduate with a head for numbers and big ambitions? Ready to kickstart your accounting career and gain hands-on experience that will fast-track your growth? We're looking for a <strong data-end="461" data-start="438">Graduate Accountant</strong> who's eager to learn, get involved, and make a real impact within a dynamic finance team.</p><h3 data-end="585" data-start="560"><strong data-start="564" data-end="583">What You'll Do:</strong></h3><p data-start="586" data-end="719">Step into a varied, fast-paced role where you'll build a strong foundation in management accounting and finance operations. You'll:</p><ul data-start="720" data-end="1077"><li data-end="789" data-start="720"><p data-start="722" data-end="789">Assist with month-end journals including accruals and prepayments</p></li><li data-end="875" data-start="790"><p data-start="792" data-end="875">Support sales and analysis reporting, identifying insights that drive performance</p></li><li data-start="876" data-end="941"><p data-end="941" data-start="878">Help manage invoicing, credit notes, and bank reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="942" data-end="1008"><p data-end="1008" data-start="944">Contribute to weekly financial reports and fee reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1009" data-end="1077"><p data-end="1077" data-start="1011">Get involved in tax packs, audits, and ad hoc financial projects</p></li></ul><p data-start="1079" data-end="1205">You'll play a key role in supporting the wider finance team and developing the skills needed for professional qualification.</p><h3 data-start="1212" data-end="1234"><strong data-end="1232" data-start="1216">Who You Are:</strong></h3><ul data-start="1235" data-end="1601"><li data-end="1298" data-start="1235"><p data-end="1298" data-start="1237">Degree-qualified in Accounting, Finance, or a related field</p></li><li data-end="1367" data-start="1299"><p data-start="1301" data-end="1367">Looking to study towards ACCA, CIMA, or ACA (or already started)</p></li><li data-end="1423" data-start="1368"><p data-end="1423" data-start="1370">Strong Excel skills with a sharp analytical mindset</p></li><li data-end="1480" data-start="1424"><p data-end="1480" data-start="1426">Highly organised, detail-oriented, and keen to learn</p></li><li data-start="1481" data-end="1548"><p data-end="1548" data-start="1483">A proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment</p></li><li data-end="1601" data-start="1549"><p data-start="1551" data-end="1601">Excellent communicator with a commercial mindset</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1643" data-start="1608"><strong data-end="1641" data-start="1612">Why This Role Is For You:</strong></h3><ul data-end="1945" data-start="1644"><li data-end="1722" data-start="1644"><p data-end="1722" data-start="1646">Join a supportive, ambitious finance team that invests in your development</p></li><li data-start="1723" data-end="1791"><p data-start="1725" data-end="1791">Gain hands-on exposure across all areas of management accounting</p></li><li data-end="1872" data-start="1792"><p data-start="1794" data-end="1872">Study support and clear progression opportunities towards full qualification</p></li><li data-end="1945" data-start="1873"><p data-start="1875" data-end="1945">Be part of a business where your ideas and contribution truly matter</p></li></ul><p data-end="2160" data-start="1952">This isn't just a job - it's your launchpad to a successful finance career. If you're ready to take your first big step into accounting and start building your professional future, we want to hear from you.</p><p data-end="2219" data-start="2162"><strong data-end="2219" data-start="2162">Apply now and turn your ambition into achievement! 🚀</strong></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/Q2FpdGxpbi5TbWl0aC4yMjM0OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be supporting an organisation in Gloucester on the recruitment of a full-time and permanent Finance Business Partner to join the team.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, and with line management responsibilities for a small team, you will play a pivotal role in the running, functioning and growth of the Finance function.</p><p>The ideal candidate will be proactive, driven and a problem solver. There are numerous exciting career progression opportunities within this position and the organisation for the right person.</p><p>Our client adopts a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home), although you must be prepared to be fully office based for the initial 6 months.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities of the Finance Business Partner will include but not be limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead budget planning, monitoring, and reporting across business units.</li><li>Act as a primary finance contact for senior leadership within the business, providing strategic financial advice and support decision making through robust analysis and forecasting.</li><li>Support with procurement activities, contracts and supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with legislation and value for money across all commercial operations.</li><li>Lead and mentor finance and procurement staff, promote cross-functional working, and contribute to organisational development through training and support.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, statutory returns, and audit support.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile: </strong></p><ul><li>Preferably, you will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), but we are open to part-qualified/studiers and candidates who are qualified by experience, as long as you have the willingness to become qualified.</li><li>Strong proven experience in managing operational budgets, interpreting complex financial data and delivering strategic financial support.</li><li>Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to lead and motivate teams.</li><li>Advanced Excel, and data presentation capabilities.</li></ul><p>In return, the successful candidate can expect a salary of between £55-65k plus benefits including study support, a generous pension scheme (18%), 24 days holiday and more.</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/RWxsaWUuQ2x1dHRvbi4wNDY4OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h3 data-start="230" data-end="307"><strong data-end="305" data-start="234">Senior People Business Partner - Hybrid (2 days per week in office)</strong></h3><p data-end="414" data-start="308"><strong data-start="308" data-end="335">Salary: £60,000-£63,000</strong><br / data-start="335" data-end="338"> <strong data-end="365" data-start="338">Location: Milton Keynes</strong><br data-start="365" / data-end="368"> <strong data-start="368" data-end="414">Recruiting exclusively through Robert Half</strong></p><p data-start="416" data-end="840">A strategic Senior People Business Partner role, partnering closely with senior leaders to shape and drive people-focused initiatives across the organisation. You will play a key role in workforce planning, organisational design, talent development, culture change and leadership capability. This is a high-impact position ideal for an experienced HR Business Partner looking to step into a more strategic, influential role.</p><h3 data-start="842" data-end="870"><strong data-end="870" data-start="846">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-end="1343" data-start="923"><li data-end="1080" data-start="923"><p data-start="925" data-end="1080">Build trusted relationships with senior leaders and act as a strategic advisor on workforce planning, organisation design, and people-related challenges.</p></li><li data-start="923" data-end="1080"><p data-start="925" data-end="1080">Align People strategies with business goals, ensuring HR initiatives deliver measurable value.</p></li><li data-start="1180" data-end="1279"><p data-start="1182" data-end="1279">Support leaders in navigating organisational change, restructures, and cultural transformation.</p></li><li data-end="1343" data-start="1280"><p data-end="1343" data-start="1282">Act as Deputy to the Head of People Experience when required.</p></li></ul><ul data-end="1675" data-start="1391"><li data-start="1391" data-end="1499"><p data-start="1393" data-end="1499">Coach and mentor People team members, helping build capability and fostering a high-performance culture.</p></li><li data-start="1500" data-end="1594"><p data-end="1594" data-start="1502">Assist with onboarding of new team members and support leadership development initiatives.</p></li><li data-start="1595" data-end="1675"><p data-end="1675" data-start="1597">Promote a coaching, feedback-driven culture across the People Experience team.</p></li></ul><ul data-start="1726" data-end="2128"><li data-end="1831" data-start="1726"><p data-start="1728" data-end="1831">Use workforce analytics to identify trends, inform strategic decisions, and measure HR effectiveness.</p></li><li data-start="1832" data-end="1955"><p data-start="1834" data-end="1955">Drive continuous improvement across People processes to ensure high-quality, compliant, and efficient service delivery.</p></li><li data-end="2037" data-start="1956"><p data-start="1958" data-end="2037">Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and L&D teams on integrated HR solutions.</p></li><li data-start="2038" data-end="2128"><p data-end="2128" data-start="2040">Lead Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and support employee community groups.</p></li></ul><br><br>Transformation & Organisational Change<br><br><ul data-start="2178" data-end="2529"><li data-start="2178" data-end="2272"><p data-end="2272" data-start="2180">Develop and deliver change management strategies to support organisational transformation.</p></li><li data-end="2354" data-start="2273"><p data-start="2275" data-end="2354">Lead succession planning, capability mapping, and analysis of critical roles.</p></li><li data-end="2439" data-start="2355"><p data-end="2439" data-start="2357">Support organisational structure reviews, job design, and workforce forecasting.</p></li><li data-start="2440" data-end="2529"><p data-start="2442" data-end="2529">Ensure restructures and people changes are legally compliant and effectively delivered.</p></li></ul><br><br>Collaboration & Relationship Management<br><br><ul data-end="2844" data-start="2580"><li data-start="2580" data-end="2676"><p data-start="2582" data-end="2676">Partner with cross-functional teams including Operations, Finance, Commercial and Technical.</p></li><li data-end="2767" data-start="2677"><p data-start="2679" data-end="2767">Provide guidance on performance, career development, absence, and employee engagement.</p></li><li data-start="2768" data-end="2844"><p data-start="2770" data-end="2844">Represent the People team in senior meetings and collaborative projects.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2863" data-start="2846"><strong data-start="2850" data-end="2863">About You</strong></h3><ul data-end="3360" data-start="2864"><li data-end="2908" data-start="2864"><p data-start="2866" data-end="2908">CIPD Level 7 (or equivalent experience).</p></li><li data-end="2981" data-start="2909"><p data-end="2981" data-start="2911">Significant experience in a HR Business Partner or Senior HRBP role.</p></li><li data-end="3083" data-start="2982"><p data-end="3083" data-start="2984">Strong background in organisational change, culture transformation and strategic people planning.</p></li><li data-end="3158" data-start="3084"><p data-end="3158" data-start="3086">Commercially minded with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.</p></li><li data-start="3159" data-end="3220"><p data-end="3220" data-start="3161">Highly analytical, with strong HRIS and Excel capability.</p></li><li data-end="3274" data-start="3221"><p data-start="3223" data-end="3274">Skilled coach, mentor and confident communicator.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNjg0NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Role: </strong>Finance Business Partner</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> West Midlands (Hybrid)</p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established organisation within the project-based professional services sector to recruit a Finance Business Partner. This is a high-impact, commercially focused role supporting senior operational leadership within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Finance Director, with a reporting line into the Regional GM, the Finance Business Partner will play a critical role in providing insight, challenge and decision support to drive business performance.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial & Management Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in line with group accounting policies</li><li>Post and review general ledger journals</li><li>Monitor and report off-balance sheet commitments</li><li>Apply technical accounting expertise to ensure correct treatment of transactions</li></ul><p><strong>Business Partnering</strong></p><ul><li>Partner closely with operational leaders and project managers to support project performance</li><li>Coach and train stakeholders on project accounting systems and financial controls</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor, translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insights</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Planning & Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial reports</li><li>Analyse KPIs including invoice lag, debtors, variances and productive hours</li><li>Lead monthly project reviews alongside the General Manager</li><li>Provide performance analysis and recommendations to improve commercial outcomes</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting</strong></p><ul><li>Play an active role in annual budget preparation</li><li>Support quarterly reforecasting and long-range planning</li><li>Track performance against budget, producing variance analysis and corrective actions</li><li>Support control of overhead spend in line with agreed budgets</li></ul><p><strong>Cash Management</strong></p><ul><li>Maximise invoicing efficiency and oversee effective credit control</li><li>Identify cost drivers and opportunities for cost reduction</li><li>Ensure supplier set-up and payments comply with internal controls and agreed terms</li></ul><p><strong>Governance, Control & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure all reporting is delivered in line with group timetables</li><li>Lead internal control reporting for the business unit</li><li>Support internal and external audits</li><li>Ensure compliance with group policies and procedures</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Contribute to business unit administration and wider reporting (e.g. sustainability, HR, statutory data)</li><li>Support strategic initiatives and business improvement projects</li><li>Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis for new opportunities and operational changes</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Minimum of 2 years' post-qualified experience in FP&A, business partnering</li><li>Strong experience working in a business partnering or project-based environment</li><li>Able to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders</li><li>Strong relationship builder with the ability to influence at all levels</li><li>Commercially minded with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>High attention to detail, quality-focused and deadline-driven</li><li>Strong Excel skills; PowerPoint and Word proficiency essential</li><li>SAP knowledge desirable</li><li>Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Hybrid working model</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making</li><li>A commercially focused role with real influence on business performance</li><li>Opportunity to grow within a complex, project-led organisation</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuNjkwMjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
