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Finance Manager

Chippenham, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in an exclusive partnership with a thriving business in Chippenham to recruit a newly created Finance Manager role on a full-time permanent basis. The Finance Manager will play a key role in a period of exciting transformation and growth. This position offers an opportunity for someone who enjoys a change-focused, fast-paced SME environment and wants to further develop their finance expertise in a collaborative team. The Finance Manager role would suit someone that is stepping up into their first Finance Manager position and someone that has recently qualified (3+ years PQE) within industry or practice. The salary is between £50,000 - £60,000 plus benefits and will be office based initially with potential to work from home 1-2 day in the long term. Key Responsibilities The main duties of the Finance Manager will consist of:<ul><li>Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts</li><li>Lead efficient close processes and ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Oversee cash flow, working capital, and treasury management activities</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and statutory requirements</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and drive digitisation/automation within finance</li><li>Support the development of KPIs and dashboards for performance monitoring</li><li>Managing, supporting and developing a small team</li><li>Deliver strategic support as part of a finance transformation road map</li><li>Partner across the business to deliver financial insights that drive value creation and support sustainable growth</li></ul> Requirements To be considered for the Finance Manager role, you must ideally possess the following skills/experience:<ul><li>ACCA, ACA, CIMA qualified with 3 years PQE, newly qualified or finalist will also be considered</li><li>Experience as a Finance Manager or in a similar finance leadership role within an SME or growth-focused business</li><li>Strong technical skills in accounting, reporting, and financial controls</li><li>Proven record of process improvement and operational optimisation</li><li>Proactive approach and forward thinking</li><li>Confident communicator, experienced in business partnering</li></ul> Salary & Benefits <ul><li>£50,000 - £60,000 annual salary</li><li>Annual bonus scheme</li><li>25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off</li><li>Employer pension contribution</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Employee recognition events</li><li>On site parking</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4yNTk4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-14T13:38:37Z

Senior IT Manager

Newport, Newport
remote
Permanent
70000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half have partnered on an exclsuive basis with a Global Manufacturing organisation based in Newport to recruit a Senior IT Manager on a permanent basis. <h3 data-start="161" data-end="181" data-section-id="rxbt5q"> </h3>Role SummaryA global manufacturing organisation is seeking a Senior IT Manager to lead IT service delivery across a critical production site and associated remote locations. This role is accountable for ensuring the stability, security, and continuous improvement of IT systems supporting a 24/7 manufacturing environment.The position combines leadership of the IT Operations function with hands-on technical oversight and project delivery, working closely with both local stakeholders and global IT functions to drive operational excellence and technology innovation.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Take full ownership of IT service delivery across a manufacturing site and associated remote offices</li><li>Lead, develop, and mentor a local IT team, ensuring high performance and continuous capability development</li><li>Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and business stakeholders to deliver IT solutions that enhance production efficiency and reliability</li><li>Align local IT operations with global IT strategy, standards, and initiatives</li><li>Set priorities, allocate resources, and lead the delivery of IT projects and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Oversee and maintain core IT infrastructure, including:</li><ul><li>Virtualisation platforms (e.g. VMware)</li><li>Windows Server environments</li><li>Network infrastructure (LAN/WAN)</li></ul><li>Ensure robust IT security, risk management, and compliance across all systems</li><li>Support and optimise IT systems critical to manufacturing operations, ensuring minimal downtime</li><li>Manage IT budgets, resource planning, and vendor relationships where applicable</li><li>Provide reporting and governance into regional and global IT leadership</li></ul>Skills & Experience Required<ul><li>Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline</li><li>Minimum 10 years' experience in IT, including significant leadership experience (4+ years managing teams)</li><li>Demonstrable experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment (essential)</li><li>Strong understanding of IT requirements in 24/7, production-critical environments</li><li>Technical expertise in:</li><ul><li>Microsoft Active Directory and cloud services</li><li>Data centre infrastructure and operations</li><li>Network infrastructure and services</li></ul><li>Experience with manufacturing systems (e.g. MES, SCADA, or plant systems) is highly desirable</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities</li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment</li><li>Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills</li></ul>Key Attributes<ul><li>Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to technical leadership</li><li>Strong leadership and team development capabilities</li><li>Proactive, resilient, and results-driven</li><li>Deep appreciation of uptime, reliability, and operational continuity in manufacturing</li><li>Experience working within a global, matrixed organisation</li></ul> Salary/logistics<ul><li>£70,000-£75,000 + additional benefits </li><li>The role is 5 days a week on site in Newport as standard so please only apply if you are comfortable with the travel commitments. </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/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjYwNDY5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-03-20T14:13:04Z

IT Incident & Problem Manager

Newport, Newport
remote
Permanent
60000 - 62500 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working with a client sitting within the Utilities industry working in a highly regulated environment, and is seeking a proactive and experienced Incident and Problem Manager to join its IT Service Delivery function. This role is responsible for governing and executing incident and problem management processes, ensuring they are consistently applied, monitored, and aligned with organisational objectives.You will drive service stability and continuous improvement by ensuring incidents are effectively managed, root causes are identified promptly, and corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrence. The role also includes leading a team of internal staff and external service providers, fostering a high-performance and collaborative environment. <h3 data-end="169" data-section-id="cr3u3g" data-start="129">Governance & SLA Management</h3>Own and oversee partner adherence to incident and problem management SLAs, acting as the client authority on Root Cause Analysis (RCA) quality and ensuring corrective actions are effective, timely, and aligned with contractual expectations.<h3 data-section-id="9s5edi" data-end="455" data-start="412">Incident Management Leadership</h3>Ensure incidents are managed efficiently and in line with best practices, driving rapid resolution, minimizing service disruption, and maintaining high service availability.<h3 data-start="631" data-section-id="wz17as" data-end="686">Problem Management & Root Cause Excellence</h3>Lead robust problem management practices, ensuring high-quality RCAs, accurate root cause identification, and implementation of sustainable solutions to prevent recurrence.<h3 data-start="861" data-end="913" data-section-id="8ju43f">Vendor & Partner Performance Management</h3>Drive vendor accountability through regular service reviews, evaluating SLA performance, RCA quality, and continuous improvement opportunities to enhance overall service delivery.<h3 data-section-id="puuog2" data-end="1153" data-start="1095">Continuous Improvement & Service Optimization</h3>Identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities, leading initiatives that enhance incident prevention, streamline processes, and elevate service management maturity.<h3 data-section-id="64tba7" data-end="1380" data-start="1327">Team Leadership & Capability Development</h3>Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing incident and problem management team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.<h3 data-section-id="1f6av6t" data-end="1605" data-start="1545">Stakeholder Collaboration & Service Integration</h3>Work closely with Service Delivery Managers, IT teams, and partners to integrate insights from incidents and problems into broader service strategies and improvement plans. Excellent management upwards and downwards.<h3 data-start="1780" data-section-id="1fx33tp" data-end="1837">Reporting, Communication & Tooling Expertise</h3>Deliver clear, data-driven reporting and insights to IT leadership, leveraging tools such as ServiceNow, and communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.<h3 data-start="2134" data-end="2166" data-section-id="1lerpjn"> </h3><h3 data-start="78" data-end="119" data-section-id="d5l8tf">Qualifications & Accreditations</h3><ul data-end="795" data-start="120"><li data-start="120" data-end="246" data-section-id="1y9xgsk">Proven experience in a management role within IT service delivery, with a strong focus on incident and problem management.</li><li data-section-id="1r5so0k" data-end="371" data-start="247">Solid practical knowledge of ITIL frameworks, particularly across incident, problem, and service management disciplines.</li><li data-start="372" data-section-id="1rr6llk" data-end="474">Demonstrated expertise in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implementing effective corrective actions.</li><li data-start="475" data-section-id="5iqqcn" data-end="570">Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.</li><li data-start="571" data-section-id="amlqec" data-end="694">Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li><li data-section-id="1ax2jyb" data-end="795" data-start="695">Experience driving process optimisation and improving incident and problem management workflows.</li><li data-start="695" data-section-id="1ax2jyb" data-end="795">ITIL 4 Practitioner</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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby45ODg3NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-24T12:24:13Z

Interim Head of FP&A

Bath, Somerset
remote
Temporary
400 - 500 GBP /
Robert Half are working with a leading organisation within the education and not-for-profit sector is seeking an experienced Interim Head of FP&A to step into a critical leadership role at short notice.This is a high-impact assignment requiring an individual who can quickly assess, stabilise and enhance financial planning and reporting processes, while providing clear insight to senior stakeholders.INTERIM HEAD OF FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSISSouth West (On-Site) £400 - £500 per day (inside IR35) Immediate Start |3-6 Month ContractThe RoleReporting to the Director of Finance, you will take ownership of the organisation's FP&A function during a key period of planning and financial oversight.This is an on-site role, requiring a strong physical presence to engage with stakeholders, support the finance team and drive improvements at pace.You will be expected to operate with minimal handover, quickly building credibility and delivering value from day one.Key Priorities (First 3-6 Months)<ul><li>Lead and deliver the budgeting and forecasting cycle</li><li>Review and strengthen financial models and forecasting accuracy</li><li>Improve management reporting, KPIs and insight for senior leadership</li><li>Provide scenario analysis and decision support during a period of change</li><li>Support and guide a small FP&A team</li><li>Identify quick wins in process improvement, automation and data quality</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Own rolling forecasts, variance analysis and financial performance reporting</li><li>Deliver clear, concise insight to senior stakeholders and non-finance audiences</li><li>Partner with budget holders to improve financial understanding and control</li><li>Support strategic initiatives, investment appraisals and business cases</li><li>Enhance use of financial systems and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI, planning systems)</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Proven track record in interim FP&A or senior finance roles</li><li>Strong experience delivering budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling under time pressure</li><li>Comfortable operating in ambiguous or evolving environments</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence quickly</li><li>Advanced Excel and strong experience with BI / planning tools</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience in education, public sector or not-for-profit organisations</li><li>Experience stepping into roles at short notice and delivering rapid impact</li></ul>Key Requirements<ul><li>Available to start immediately or within 1 week</li><li>Able to commit to a 6-month assignment</li><li>Willing to work on-site in the South West</li></ul> I look forward to reviewing your application, this is a organisation with a strong culture and ambitious vision, a great place to work, well respected across the south-west. 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/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjU2ODkwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-04-07T14:25:32Z

Systems Accountant

Cardiff, Cardiff
remote
Permanent
75000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Talent Solution are seeking a permanent home based Elite S3 Project & Financial Systems Manager. Elite S3 Project & Financial Systems Manager will drive the optimisation of the platform, delivering efficiency in processes, facilitate the provision of real time insights and analytic reports to drive profitability and improve working capital. Reporting directly to the CFO with a dotted line to the IT Director, the role will be required to work collaboratively between functions to support the future growth of the firm. <ul><li>Be the finance subject matter expert on 3E and all other finance systems utilised by the firm.</li><li>Effect change. Champion the PMS and finance systems as the catalyst to solve the firms challenges and be the catalyst to transform the finance function to support the firm.</li><li>Create and own the finance process maps to drive continuous improvement, removing manual processes and embedding efficiency into BAU tasks.</li><li>Oversee the business intelligence design, improvements and production.</li><li>Project work to include the automation of management account production, reporting packs and dashboards.</li><li>Relentless pursuit to focus the firm on the key operating metrics, make information readily and easily available to drive improved decision-making.</li><li>Be the link between Finance, IT and external consultants.</li><li>Ensure system integrity and manage core financial data structures.</li></ul> You will be an accountant with experience of implementing, running and optimising 3E PMS. Salary to £90,000. Remote working with occasional travel to CardiffRobert 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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjE1NzEyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-05-18T14:19:25Z

Director of Technology, Digital & Data

Bristol, Bristol
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
Director of Technology, Digital & Data / Fixed term - 18 months Very interesting opportunity has become available to work with our Bristol based client as their new Director of DDT. This is a fixed term position for 18 months and you will play a pivotal role in stabilising and enhancing the data, digital and technology capabilities. Responsibilities include;<ul><li>Strategic Leadership and Planning</li><li>Leadership and Workforce development</li><li>Change and Transformation</li></ul>Experience required;<ul><li>Significant experience at leadership level within data, digital and technology functions</li><li>Experience managing data, digital and technology budgets, contracts and supplier relationships</li><li>Understanding of information governance, data protection and cyber security requirements in regulated environments</li><li>Bonus if you have healthcare, NHS, primary care or similar regulated environments</li></ul>If you tick the above boxes and would like to find out more, please apply via the link below or email me (Joss. Escott @ Roberthalf. co. uk) Interviews can be arranged immediately, with a view of starting in the next 2 - 4 weeks. Director of Technology, Digital & Data / Fixed term - 18 months 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/Sm9zcy5Fc2NvdHQuNzcyODIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-02T15:27:39Z