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Credit Controller<p>Robert Half are working with a highly regarded commercial law firm in Central Bristol who are seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join its Finance Department. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility and the opportunity to work within an award-winning organisation.</p><p>As a Credit Controller, you will manage an assigned ledger, ensuring effective cash collection and contributing to the overall financial success of the firm. Working within the Credit Management Team, you will engage directly with clients and internal stakeholders to meet and exceed cash collection targets.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Managing a portfolio of internal and external clients to ensure timely payment of invoices.</li><li>Contacting clients to confirm receipt of invoices and payment timelines.</li><li>Resolving payment queries, sending copy invoices, credit notes, and reconciling accounts as needed.</li><li>Reporting outstanding issues to the Credit Manager and highlighting potential debtor concerns.</li><li>Providing regular updates on aged debt and advising internal teams on account concerns.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, including SARs and anti-money laundering protocols.</li><li>Participating in sending credit control letters and statements, while maintaining strong client relationships to mitigate bad debt risks.</li></ul><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><p>The successful candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:</p><ul><li>Proven ability to prioritise and maximise cash collection.</li><li>A good working knowledge of the regulatory environment, including SARs and money laundering guidelines.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across teams and clients.</li><li>Excellent time management, organisation, and attention to detail.</li><li>A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>A minimum of 25 days holiday, with the option to buy up to an additional 5 days.</li><li>Discretionary bonus scheme.</li><li>Generous pension contributions.</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Life assurance.</li><li>Cycle-to-work scheme.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</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 equal opportunity and diversity. 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><p><strong>Security alert:</strong> scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: roberthalf.com/gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuNDUwNTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">Accounts Payable - Temporary.<p>Robert Half are working with a client based in Gloucestershire to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join their team on a temporary basis.</p><p>The reason that this role has come around is due to a colleague moving on temporarily internally to manage a project.</p><p>There is every potential that this role will be extended dependant on the length of the project.</p><p>A vital part of this role will include running the day to day activities of the purchase ledger, with some sales ledger duties and processes also included.</p><p>The client offer hybrid working in the form of 2/3 days a week from home, the rest in the office.</p><p>The structure of this can change week by week, and the client are flexible around this. The hourly rate on offer for this role is £14.00 p/h PAYE.</p><p>Some of the main duties of the Accounts Assistant include but won't be limited to:</p><p>Coding, processing and arranging approval of ledger through the finance system Issuing sales invoices and credit notes Preparing payments (including BACS and CHAPS)</p><p>Management of the transnational accounting inbox Maintaining accurate account details within the sales/purchase ledger</p><p>The ideal candidate for this assignment will have a Purchase Ledger experience in a similar role </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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4yNzI3NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">Finance Project Lead - Change Management and Automation<p><strong>Interim Finance Transformation/Change Management Specialist</strong></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a South West based, international business to support them with recruiting a finance project specialist to join them on an interim basis for an initial period of six months.</p><p>Supporting the senior finance leader, you will play an integral part in the automation of current finance processes. Due to the nature of the business, and the potential need for an interim consultant please keep in mind theses tasks may be spread across multiple needs but for insight into some of the responsibilities of this role, please see below;</p><ul><li>Assess financial processes - identify areas of improvement within the current finance team e.g. invoicing, reconciliation, budgeting and reporting</li><li>Analysis of current processes; determining what tasks could potentially be automated with system improvement and AI based tools</li><li>Customising automation with system integration across the standard finance processes</li><li>Develop and maintain SOPs for finance automation processes</li><li>Working with stakeholders across the business to align new ideas with business goals</li><li>Change Management; leading and supporting change management efforts to shift from manual to automated processes and suggesting enhancements</li><li>Compliance management; ensuring new processes comply with compliance requirements</li><li>Cost reduction; measuring the cost benefits of automation, including reductions in time spent on manual tasks and improved staff productivity</li></ul><p>Skills required to be successful in this role;</p><ul><li>Proficient in automation tools, data analytics tools and finance software</li><li>Ability to lead projects, manage timelines, and drive cross-functional collaboration </li><li>Strong ability to communicate up and down line across the business</li><li>Deep understanding of finance and accounting processes, including those listed above</li><li>Ability to address complex challenges by leveraging automation technology </li><li>Demonstrable experience of the tasks listed above with cost saving examples</li></ul><p>Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will need to be onsite more often than not and we would expect this to be a minimum of three to four days a week.</p><p>As this role is an interim requirement, you will need to be <strong>immediately available</strong> or on less than a 2 week notice period. This role will be paid on a daily rate, with discussion of rates upon application.</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 equal opportunity and diversity. 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><p><strong>Security alert:</strong> scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: roberthalf.com/gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FsbGllLldpbGxpYW1zLjkwNTMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">Business Partner Finance<p> </p><p> Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Finance Business Partner for a growing pharmaceutical organisation based in Bridgend.</p><p> </p><p>The Finance Business Partner will provide strategic and financial decision support capabilities to the Finance and Operations leadership team. You'll drive a culture of financial accountability and cost / commercial awareness within the Operations function</p><p>You'll perform Month End / Periodic activities to ensure accurate reporting of manufacturing performance</p><p>Responsible for certain month end tasks including posting of journals and generation and reporting e.g. Operational P&L, Gross Margin and Cost of Production, and Overhead analysis.</p><p>Develop Headcount & Cost tracking</p><p>Provide support to Inventory management and reconciliations</p><p>Assist and support Standard Cost process</p><p>Drive improvements in understanding of manufacturing cost base</p><p>Understanding of core manufacturing processes and recording of actual costs of manufacture</p><p>Direct and Indirect Labour planning modelling and support to Factory Management teams</p><p>Develop improvements to current costing models (actual costing / standard costing)</p><p>Support continuous improvement across Finance and Operations, including development of new KPIs</p><p>Lead the development of regular financial reporting and analysis to the Operations leadership team</p><p>Develop Annual Budgets and necessary Forecasts with Operations lead team</p><p> </p><p>On offer: Salary of up to £55,000, hybrid working, 8% pension and 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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjk1NDM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">Financial Controller<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Financial Controller to join an exciting Professional Services company with a fantastic reputation based in Gloucester. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£55,000 - £58,000 plus excellent benefits including hybrid remote working options</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Role responsibilities will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting</li><li>Manage and develop the finance team, providing leadership, training, and support to ensure high performance</li><li>Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team</li><li>Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure effective financial control and compliance with relevant legislation and regulations</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads as a Finance Business Partner to develop and manage budgets</li><li>Monitor and report on budget performance, providing insights and recommendations for cost control and efficiency improvements</li><li>Manage and monitor cashflow, ensuring that the business maintains adequate resources to meet its financial obligations</li><li>Prepare cashflow forecasts to support strategic planning and decision-making</li><li>Coordinate and oversee annual audits and liaise with external auditors</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified</li><li>Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting</li><li>Strong people management skills</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders</li><li>Intermediate level Excel</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</strong></p><p><strong><strong>£55,000 - £58,000 plus excellent benefits including hybrid remote working options</strong></strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi43ODA3Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">Financial Controller<p><strong>Financial Controller - Housing Association</strong></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Cardiff</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£90,000 FTE</p><p><strong>Type: </strong>Hybrid - 2 days office</p><p><strong>Contract:</strong> 3 months +</p><p><strong>About the Company<br /> <br /> </strong>A well-established and forward-thinking housing association, dedicated to providing high-quality affordable housing and support services to communities. As the organisation continues to grow, they are seeking an experienced and dynamic <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join their finance team and contribute to their ongoing success.</p><p><strong>Role Overview:<br /> <br /> </strong>The Financial Controller will play a key role in overseeing the financial operations of the housing association, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of all financial data. This individual will be responsible for managing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance, while also providing strategic financial insights to support decision-making at all levels of the organisation.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.</li><li>Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to maintain financial health.</li><li>Manage the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and regulations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with statutory financial regulations and governance requirements.</li><li>Provide strategic financial guidance to senior management, supporting key decision-making.</li><li>Develop and implement robust financial controls and processes to safeguard the organisation's assets.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and liquidity to ensure financial stability.</li><li>Supervise and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.</li><li>Liaise with external auditors and manage the audit process to ensure smooth completion.</li><li>Prepare and review financial reports for board meetings and other stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications & Skills Required:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified or equivalent, with significant experience in a senior financial role.</li><li>Proven experience in financial management within the housing association or public sector environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of financial accounting standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.</li><li>Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.</li><li>Proficient in financial software and systems (experience with housing association-specific systems is a plus).</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul> <br><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p> <br><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uMDQ4MjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">Business Partner Finance<p><strong>Finance Business Partner</strong></p><p>Are you a dynamic and experienced Finance Business Partner looking to make a significant impact in a leading operations environment? I am working with a market leading manufacturing company in Bristol, looking for an experienced FBP to play a key role in shaping financial strategies for operations across the region.</p><p><strong>What you'll do:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Align operational objectives</strong> with Group and Division strategic goals, ensuring a seamless link between financial and operational performance.</li><li><strong>Manage and control costs</strong> by developing effective business cases and driving action at all leadership levels.</li><li>Collaborate with plant BPs during <strong>internal/external audits</strong>, ensuring corrective actions are implemented across the region.</li><li><strong>Review and consolidate financial forecasts</strong> for plants, adhering to Group guidelines.</li><li>Work closely with the <strong>Continuous Improvement (CI) team</strong> to lead Group/Division projects, ensuring proper implementation and identifying new opportunities.</li><li>Provide expert support to team members at plant, division, and group levels as the Subject Matter Expert on Group processes.</li><li>Foster a <strong>performance-driven culture</strong> by closely tracking weekly variances and anticipating monthly results.</li><li>Perform in-depth <strong>financial analysis</strong> to identify risks and implement corrective action plans.</li><li><strong>Lead and manage a small team</strong>, nurturing their growth and development to drive success.</li></ul><p><strong>What you'll bring:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Proven experience</strong> as a Finance Business Partner within a manufacturing environment, particularly in complex organisations.</li><li><strong>Strong people management skills</strong>, with a focus on developing and empowering your team.</li><li><strong>Hands-on experience with SAP</strong> and other financial systems.</li><li><strong>CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification</strong> (or equivalent).</li><li>A passion for driving operational excellence and contributing to strategic business decisions.</li></ul><p>If you have the skills, experience, passion and drive for this role and would like further details, please reach our with your CV, current and expected salary and notice period.</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 equal opportunity and diversity. 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><p><strong>Security alert:</strong> scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: roberthalf.com/gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4wOTU1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">Credit Controller<p>Robert Half are supporting a business in Gloucester who are looking for an interim Credit Controller to join their team. This role presents an opportunity for an individual with good communication skills and a finance background to contribute to the efficient functioning of the receivable's operations. Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 Months Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 Hybrid Working Working hours: 37.5 hours per week Responsibilities: * Cash Receipting * Credit Control * Inbox Queries * Setting up customer accounts, credit checking and managing credit limits * Reduce overall debtor levels * Adhoc duties as required. Required experience/background: * Previous experience in credit control or sales ledger * Excellent communication * Team player * Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills This is a perfect opportunity for someone with recent finance experience and good communication skills. For more information on this role, apply online or contact Lewis Young on 0117 993 5400.</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/bGV3aXMueW91bmcuNDU4OTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">Credit Controller 3 months contract.<p>Robert Half are working with a Chippenham based business to recruit a Credit Controller for 3-6 months.</p><p>This role will be office based, and is available on either a part time, 30 hour week, or full time up to 40 hours per week.</p><p>Covering Accounts Receivable and Credit Control, this will involve:</p><p>All aspects of Accounts Receivable processing.</p><p>Responsible for bank reconciliation on a monthly basis.</p><p>Manage applications for billing invoices.</p><p>Undertaking credit control activities for customers .</p><p>Set up of new customer accounts and undertake credit checking for new customer accounts</p><p>Prepare all bank reconciliation on a monthly basis </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 equal opportunity and diversity. 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><p><strong>Security alert:</strong> scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: roberthalf.com/gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci43NTk2OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">