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Project Accountant

Kidlington, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established engineering business based near Kidlington to recruit an experienced Project Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy programme finance function within a technically complex, multi-project environment, supporting delivery teams with robust financial control, reporting and commercial insight.This role would suit a finance professional who enjoys working closely with delivery and programme teams, translating operational activity into accurate financial data, and who is comfortable balancing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced setting.The RoleReporting into the finance leadership team, you'll take ownership of the financial health of a portfolio of active projects, acting as the go-to finance contact for programme managers and senior stakeholders.Commercial & Proposals<ul><li>Review and sign off the financial assumptions underpinning new customer proposals before they go out the door</li><li>Build out project plans, work packages and schedules to support future bids and contract submissions</li></ul>Budgeting & Forecasting<ul><li>Own the forecast update cycle, feeding into the wider annual operating plan and flagging any deviation from budget</li><li>Keep project cost data accurate, with correct cost allocation and up-to-date hours bookings across the portfolio</li><li>Identify and manage financial risk across your project portfolio</li></ul>Reporting & Governance<ul><li>Produce monthly project reviews and forecast-to-completion updates, checking labour and third-party costs are booked correctly</li><li>Support the month-end close process, applying the correct accounting treatment across projects</li><li>Act as first point of contact for all project-related finance queries, providing challenge and support to delivery teams as needed</li><li>Respond to ad hoc financial requests from the wider programme</li><li>Monitor compliance with internal policy, accounting standards and risk management procedures</li><li>Maintain project financial data within the company's ERP system, liaising with IT on any reporting changes required</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes, answering project-related queries as they arise</li></ul>What You'll NeedEssential<ul><li>Solid background in financial controlling and/or project/programme reporting</li><li>Strong grasp of core accounting principles</li><li>Confident communicator, both written and verbal, with strong report-writing skills</li><li>Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel</li><li>Comfortable juggling multiple priorities and working to tight deadlines</li><li>Good understanding of work package management and control</li><li>Working knowledge of risk management principles</li><li>A methodical, organised approach to planning and tracking</li><li>Professional accountancy qualification, or actively working towards one (part-qualified considered)</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience with a major ERP system</li><li>Prior experience in project accounting</li><li>Exposure to government or public-sector commercial and accounting frameworks</li><li>Awareness of single-source procurement/contract regulations</li></ul>The Package<ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office, 2 days per week WFH</li><li>Strong company pension contribution</li><li>Private medical cover</li><li>Annual leave that increases with length of service</li><li>Bonus scheme</li><li>Additional lifestyle and wellbeing benefits</li></ul>Please note: Full right to work in the UK is required, as visa sponsorship is not available for this role.For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Charlie at Robert Half. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS43NzYyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-10T16:15:22Z

Legal & Insurance Office Administrator

Bedford, Bedfordshire
remote
Permanent
28000 - 34000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half are currently recruiting for a Legal and Insurance Office Administrator on behalf of a Large Organisation with offices on the outskirts of CranfieldThe RoleAs Legal and Insurance Office Administrator you will provide will provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Director of Legal & Insurance and the wider Legal & Insurance Office. You will work with colleagues to support the management of contracts, research and commercial activity, insurance matters, legal and regulatory requirements and associated risks. Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Coordinate administrative processes relating to research and legal contracts, including document preparation, signature processes, record keeping and filing.</li><li>Monitor contracts and documents processing through signature processes and follow up with relevant administrative contacts where appropriate.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on systems, including WorkTribe, and other relevant systems.</li><li>Upload and file executed contracts and associated documentation following completion of the signature process.</li><li>Provide administrative support for pre-award and research-related process including supplier questionnaires and other routine documentation.</li><li>Act as a point of contact for routine administrative queries and appropriately signpost specialist queries to the relevant member of the Legal & Insurance Office.</li><li>Provide meeting, diary, correspondence and document management support to the Director of Legal & Insurance and, where required, other members of the Office.</li><li>Support the effective management of the Legal & Insurance Office's records, shared folders, systems and administrative information.</li><li>Assist with office management activities, including arranging meetings, maintaining office supplies and equipment, coordinating visitors and supporting the general organisation of the Office.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve administrative process and contribute to their implementation.</li><li>Provide administrative cover and support across the Office during periods of absence or increased workload.</li></ul>Your ProfileYou will be an experienced Admin Support Professional who has worked within a Legal or Service/Project support function and with the ability to build and develop relationships across a range of stakeholders. This is an excellent role within a changing and developing organisation that offers excellent career certainty, development and a strong culture for its staff.SalaryRole of Legal and Insurance Office Administrator is offering a salary of £29-34K + Excellent Benefits and is working on a Hybrid basis on the outskirts of CranfieldRobert 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMjg1OTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-11-04T15:02:19Z

Tax Analyst

Leicester, Leicestershire
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
Tax Analyst Looking for a role that offers more than traditional tax compliance? This is an opportunity to join an established international business in a varied finance role, combining tax, reporting, analysis and project work. Working closely with the Tax Manager, you'll support tax compliance across multiple entities while gaining exposure to financial reporting, tax accounting and wider finance projects. The role<ul><li>Prepare direct and indirect tax returns and supporting reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain accurate working papers and audit trails.</li><li>Support current and deferred tax calculations and disclosures.</li><li>Assist with statutory, group and regulatory reporting.</li><li>Extract and analyse financial data using Excel and ledger systems.</li><li>Contribute to projects involving Pillar Two, transfer pricing and finance system changes.</li></ul> About you<ul><li>Experience in tax or accountancy, gained through a relevant qualification or practical experience.</li><li>Knowledge of tax returns, VAT or corporation tax.</li><li>Strong Excel, analytical and reconciliation skills.</li><li>Organised, detail-focused and comfortable managing deadlines.</li><li>Willingness to work across both tax and reporting.</li></ul> Part-qualified or qualified CTA, ACCA, ACA or CIMA professionals are encouraged to apply. Interested? If you're looking to broaden your technical experience in a role offering variety and development, get in touch to find out more.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC42MjYxMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-26T13:29:04Z

Data Lake Programme Lead

Birmingham, West Midlands
remote
Contract
600 - 650 GBP /
Data & Analytics Programme Lead (Data Lake) | Global Consulting Firm | ContractRobert Half is supporting a global consulting firm in the search for an experienced Data & Analytics Programme Lead to help drive a major Data Lake transformation programme for a leading international organisation. This is a business-focused leadership role, requiring someone who can bring together Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain and Technology stakeholders to successfully deliver a large-scale data and analytics agenda.Contract Details<ul><li>📍 Predominantly Remote (occasional travel as required)</li><li>💰 £600-£650 per day via Umbrella</li><li>📅 Initial 6-month contract</li><li>🚀 ASAP start⏱️ Approx. 1-2 week turnaround for interview, onboarding and mobilisation</li></ul>The RoleYou will lead a high-profile Data Lake and Analytics programme, acting as the bridge between business and technology teams to ensure successful delivery and adoption across the organisation.This is not a hands-on engineering role. Instead, we are looking for someone with strong programme leadership experience who understands modern data platforms and can confidently engage senior stakeholders across multiple business functions.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead delivery of a large-scale Data Lake and Analytics transformation programme</li><li>Engage and influence senior stakeholders across Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Commercial and Technology functions</li><li>Drive programme governance, planning, reporting and execution</li><li>Coordinate delivery teams, technology partners and third-party suppliers</li><li>Support the development of data-driven decision making and reporting capabilities</li><li>Ensure business requirements are translated into successful programme outcomes</li><li>Manage programme risks, dependencies and executive-level communications</li></ul>Key Experience Required<ul><li>Proven experience leading end-to-end Data & Analytics transformation programmes</li><li>Strong programme or project leadership background</li><li>Experience delivering Data Lake initiatives at enterprise scale</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills across business and technology teams</li><li>Experience working with executive sponsors, steering committees and senior business leaders</li><li>Understanding of data governance, analytics, reporting and data quality principles</li></ul>Desirable Experience: Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Platform, Power BI, Manufacturing, Retail, Distribution, Consumer Products or Supply Chain environmentsAdd this at the bottom of the advert: Please note: Due to the nature of this engagement, successful candidates will be required to complete comprehensive onboarding and compliance checks. This will include obtaining detailed employment references covering the last 3 years, a criminal records check, and financial background screening. Candidates should be comfortable meeting these requirements prior to commencement. If you're an experienced Data Programme Lead with a track record of delivering large-scale analytics and data transformation initiatives, we'd be keen to hear from you.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS4zODI3MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-07T15:25:39Z

Finance Business Partner

Bicester, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 66500 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a leading UK sustainability business to recruit a Finance Business Partner. You'll work side by side with operational and commercial leaders on the decisions that matter, in a role with real visibility and influence.<ul><li>Finance Business Partner </li><li>Permanent </li><li>Bicester (Hybrid working - 2 days onsite per week, with occasional travel to other sites)</li><li>£60,000 + £6,500 car allowance + performance bonus</li></ul>The roleYou'll partner with site operations, commercial teams and senior management, making sure they understand how the business is performing against targets and which levers they can pull to improve it. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Providing insightful business partnering on EBITDA, operating cash flow and capex</li><li>Producing management accounts, budgets, forecasts and investment appraisals to agreed timetables</li><li>Presenting financial information to finance and non-finance colleagues</li><li>Upholding the accuracy and integrity of financial information, with strong controls and governance</li><li>Identifying risks and opportunities, and working with senior stakeholders to deliver results</li><li>Evaluating projects and capital expenditure, including post-project appraisals</li><li>Supporting wider consolidated analysis and reporting across the group</li></ul>About you<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or actively studying and close to qualifying</li><li>Degree qualified or equivalent</li><li>Strong management accounting and business analysis skills</li><li>Advanced Excel, with Power BI experience highly desirable</li><li>Commercial experience, with a track record of building strong relationships with non-finance managers and budget holders</li><li>A confident communicator who can influence and challenge the business</li><li>Experience of capex, investment appraisal and large, matrixed organisations is desirable</li><li>Full driving licence, with travel to site 2 days per week and occasional travel to other locations</li></ul>What's in it for you<ul><li>£60,000 base salary, plus a £6,500 car allowance and a performance-related bonus</li><li>Generous pension, with the employer matching your contributions up to 7%</li><li>Healthcare cash plan with private health insurance included, covering dependent children</li><li>24/7 confidential employee assistance helpline and a full wellbeing programme</li><li>Gym membership discounts of up to 17% at over 3,000 clubs</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme, with up to £1,000 of bike and equipment</li><li>Employee discounts on shopping, holidays, dining out, cinema and more</li><li>Payroll giving to support the charity of your choice</li><li>A supportive, collaborative culture that values continuous improvement and personal development</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS40Mzc3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-29T12:22:27Z

Finance & Payroll Accounts Assistant - TEMP TO PERM

Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire
remote
Permanent
- 35000 GBP / Yearly
<h1 dir="ltr">Finance & Payroll Accounts Assistant - TEMP TO PERM</h1>Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location: Bourton-on-the-Water Salary: Up to £35,000 Working pattern: Office-based, with some flexibility around start and finish times<h2 dir="ltr">The Role</h2>We are looking for an organised and detail-focused Finance & Payroll Accounts Assistant. The role combines responsibility for accurate weekly payroll preparation with finance, accounts and general administrative support.The key focus is compiling, checking and validating employee hours before weekly payroll is processed. This is not an end-to-end payroll position; payroll processing, tax and final payroll preparation are handled by an established payroll specialist.<h2 dir="ltr">Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Compile and validate weekly employee hours, including variable hours, pay rates, sickness, holidays and other payroll adjustments.</li><li>Review time-recording information and compare reports across multiple systems.</li><li>Investigate discrepancies, missing or incorrect information and liaise with managers to resolve issues.</li><li>Ensure payroll data is accurate, complete and correctly allocated ahead of the weekly payroll deadline.</li><li>Support Finance with payroll reporting, reconciliations, financial records and general accounts administration.</li><li>Handle relevant cash, petty cash and payment administration.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll, financial and employee records, spreadsheets and internal systems.</li><li>Respond to payroll, finance and employee queries professionally, working collaboratively with Finance, HR and management.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the wider business as required.</li></ul><h2 dir="ltr">What We're Looking For</h2><ul><li>Previous payroll experience, with a proven understanding of payroll processes and experience collating and/or checking payroll data.</li><li>Strong Excel skills, including confidence working with formulas, checking formula accuracy and analysing spreadsheets.</li><li>Experience analysing data from multiple systems or reports and confidently interrogating information to identify discrepancies or errors.</li><li>Understanding of hours worked, pay rates, gross pay, deductions, net pay, holiday, sickness and different working arrangements.</li><li>Experience in basic finance and accounts administration, including maintaining financial records, reconciliations and cash-related queries.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, numerical accuracy and a methodical approach.</li><li>Comfortable working to a weekly payroll cycle and fixed deadlines while maintaining accuracy in a busy environment.</li><li>Strong organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of deadlines.</li><li>Good communication skills and confidence liaising with employees and managers.</li></ul><h2 dir="ltr">Working Arrangements</h2>The position is predominantly office-based, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility around start and finish times, provided business requirements and weekly payroll deadlines are met.The role works across Finance, HR and management, requiring effective communication and collaboration.<h2 dir="ltr">Benefits</h2><ul><li>Competitive salary up to £35,000.</li><li>20 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays.</li><li>Pension scheme.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits and retail discounts.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Career development opportunities.</li><li>Option to purchase additional annual leave.</li><li>Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme.</li><li>Cycle-to-work scheme.</li></ul><h2 dir="ltr">To Be Considered</h2>Please email me the following information:<ul><li>How many years' payroll experience you have.</li><li>Your level of Excel experience.</li><li>Your location and how you would travel to Bourton-on-the-Water.</li><li>Your salary expectations.</li><li>Your availability to start.</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bGlzYS5oYXl3YXJkLjQ1MzkzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-24T16:01:30Z

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