<h2>Director of Finance</h2><p> </p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid (Cardiff office presence, with flexibility for home and other office visits)</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£70,000 </p><p><strong>Hours:</strong> Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (with flexibility)</p><p>Are you a strategic financial leader passionate about making a difference? I am delighted to be supporting a valued organisation in the centre of Cardiff who seeking a highly experienced and dedicated <strong>Director of Finance</strong> to join their team. This is a pivotal role, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, where you'll be instrumental in shaping the financial future and ensuring the sustainable delivery of vital services.</p><p>As Director of Finance, you'll be the strategic financial lead, overseeing all aspects of the organisation's finances, ensuring probity, compliance, and prudent management. </p><h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul><li><p><strong>Financial Strategy & Leadership:</strong> Work closely with the CEO and Trustees to define and implement financial strategies that drive growth and sustainability, including assessing commercial opportunities and managing risk.</p></li><li><p><strong>Operational Oversight:</strong> Manage the entire Finance function, ensuring all accounting requirements (banking, payroll, HMRC, pensions, investments, reserves, cashflows) are met accurately and on time.</p></li><li><p><strong>Reporting & Analysis:</strong> Produce and present comprehensive financial reports, budgets, and projections for various stakeholders, providing expert advice and analysis.</p></li><li><p><strong>Payroll Management:</strong> Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for over 480 employees, along with all related submissions.</p></li><li><p><strong>Fundraising Support:</strong> Oversee community and corporate fundraising activities to maximise income and meet KPIs.</p></li><li><p><strong>Resource Optimisation:</strong> Ensure financial resources are used effectively to achieve maximum impact, including business systems, insurance, and contract management.</p></li><li><p><strong>Asset & Treasury Management:</strong> Be responsible for the organisation's financial asset and treasury management, optimising income sources, and addressing shortfalls.</p></li><li><p><strong>Compliance & Governance:</strong> Lead on statutory accounts preparation, ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards, Charity Commission, and Companies House, and supporting strong charity governance.</p></li><li><p><strong>Company Secretary:</strong> Act as the organisation's Company Secretary, ensuring all statutory reporting requirements are met.</p></li><li><p><strong>Team Collaboration:</strong> Be an active and integral member of the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams.</p></li></ul><p> </p><h3>What You'll Bring:</h3><p>We're looking for a highly experienced and dedicated individual with:</p><p><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li><p>A degree or equivalent qualification.</p></li><li><p>IT proficiency and knowledge of accounting systems (experience with MS Dynamics and Access Payroll is a plus).</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of financial management principles, accounting practices, and regulatory requirements (including employment legislation, GDPR, and Charity Law).</p></li><li><p>Extensive written and verbal communication expertise.</p></li><li><p>Proven team leadership and management experience.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing a finance function in a large/complex organisation.</p></li><li><p>Experience working with Boards/Trustees.</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated resilience and determination.</p></li><li><p>High level of integrity and dependability, with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Chartered Accountant (ACCA, ACA, or equivalent) with full membership of a professional body.</p></li><li><p>Experience in project management and business planning.</p></li><li><p>Prior experience within the Charity/Third sector.</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with project assessment tools.</p></li><li><p>Ability to speak Welsh.</p></li></ul><h3>Benefits:</h3><ul><li><p>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 28 days after three years of service, and 30 days after five years.</p></li><li><p>Workplace auto-enrol pension scheme (3% employer contribution, 5% employee contribution).</p></li><li><p>Long-term service bonus at 10 and 20 years.</p></li><li><p>Flexible and hybrid working model.</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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuMjkxMDIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Assistant <br /> Stonehouse, Gloucestershire (On-Site role)<br /> £25,000, Full Time Permanent Role </strong></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a leading company based in Stonehouse to recruit a Finance Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional who is looking to contribute their skills to a meaningful cause, while enjoying the flexibility of a part-time role.</p><p>In this key position, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the company, ensuring strong financial controls are maintained and accurate, timely information is available for decision-making across the organisation.</p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing:</strong></p><p>Transactional Finance Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Manage sales and purchase ledgers, including monitoring outstanding invoices</li><li>Process and reconcile bank payments, receipts, and petty cash</li><li>Raise sales invoices and process incoming supplier invoices</li><li>Prepare and post monthly payroll journals</li><li>Complete monthly reconciliations (supplier statements, bank accounts, expenses)</li><li>Process accruals, prepayments, and adjustments for income and expenditure</li><li>Administer Gift Aid claims</li></ul><p><strong>General Duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Support the finance team in meeting KPIs and performance targets</li><li>Assist staff and senior management with financial queries and needs</li><li>Contribute to improving financial processes within the charity</li><li>Support the Head of Finance in annual audit preparation</li><li>Take part in finance-related projects as needed</li><li>This is an on-site role</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><p>Essential Skills & Experience:</p><ul><li>Proven bookkeeping experience and understanding of key accounting processes</li><li>Confident handling bank reconciliations, sales invoicing, and expense processing</li><li>Knowledge of accruals and prepayments</li><li>Familiarity with QuickBooks Online</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel</li><li>Organised, methodical, with strong attention to detail</li><li>Strong communicator able to work collaboratively and independently</li></ul><p><strong>What's On Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary £25,000</li><li>Pension</li><li>25 days holiday </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/Q2hhcmxpZS5Eb3duaW5nLjI3OTE1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="209" data-start="91"><strong data-end="135" data-start="91">PA to CEO:</strong></p><p data-start="91" data-end="209">Cardiff - Temporary Contract - Competitive Day Rate</p><p data-start="211" data-end="434">Are you an experienced Personal Assistant looking for your next opportunity? We're partnering with a fast-growing technology company seeking a highly organised and proactive <strong data-end="410" data-start="385">PA to support the CEO</strong> on a temporary basis.</p><h3 data-start="436" data-end="450">The Role</h3><p data-start="451" data-end="699">Reporting directly into the CEO, you will play a vital role in ensuring their day-to-day operations run smoothly. This is a fast-paced, dynamic environment, requiring excellent attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to anticipate needs.</p><p data-start="701" data-end="728"><strong data-end="726" data-start="701">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-start="729" data-end="1154"><li data-start="729" data-end="816"><p data-start="731" data-end="816">Provide seamless executive support to the CEO, including diary and inbox management</p></li><li data-start="817" data-end="895"><p data-end="895" data-start="819">Coordinate internal and external meetings, events, and travel arrangements</p></li><li data-start="896" data-end="962"><p data-start="898" data-end="962">Prepare correspondence, reports, and presentations as required</p></li><li data-start="963" data-end="1045"><p data-start="965" data-end="1045">Act as the first point of contact for stakeholders, both internal and external</p></li><li data-end="1154" data-start="1046"><p data-end="1154" data-start="1048">Support with ad-hoc projects and administrative tasks to enable the CEO to focus on strategic priorities</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1171" data-start="1156">About You</h3><p data-end="1231" data-start="1172">We're looking for someone who can hit the ground running:</p><ul data-start="1232" data-end="1600"><li data-end="1303" data-start="1232"><p data-end="1303" data-start="1234">Previous experience supporting at C-suite or senior executive level</p></li><li data-start="1304" data-end="1361"><p data-start="1306" data-end="1361">Exceptional organisational and time-management skills</p></li><li data-end="1435" data-start="1362"><p data-start="1364" data-end="1435">Strong communication skills, with a professional and confident manner</p></li><li data-start="1436" data-end="1531"><p data-end="1531" data-start="1438">Proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace and comfort with technology-driven environments</p></li><li data-end="1600" data-start="1532"><p data-end="1600" data-start="1534">Adaptability, discretion, and the ability to work under pressure</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1623" data-start="1602">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-start="1624" data-end="1830"><li data-end="1713" data-start="1624"><p data-end="1713" data-start="1626">The opportunity to work closely with an inspiring CEO in a leading technology company</p></li><li data-start="1714" data-end="1766"><p data-end="1766" data-start="1716">Exposure to a fast-paced, innovative environment</p></li><li data-start="1767" data-end="1800"><p data-end="1800" data-start="1769">Competitive hourly/daily rate</p></li><li data-start="1801" data-end="1830"><p data-end="1830" data-start="1803">Immediate start available</p></li></ul><p data-start="1837" data-end="1977">If you're a proactive and detail-oriented PA who thrives in dynamic settings, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered.</p> <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/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uODgzOTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are excited to be working with an industry leading organisation to recruit an accounts assistant based Mountain Ash.</p><p>They are offering a base salary up to £27,000 + Hybrid working (1 day from home), subsidised canteen & onsite parking & Study Support.</p><p>Duties to assist the Finance Manager in all aspects of the Finance Office function.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Working with the Finance Manager on various projects.</li><li>Producing data to evidence KPIs.</li><li>Completing bank reconciliations.</li><li>Assisting with the preparation of month-end accounts, including accruals and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Developing an understanding of all aspects of the Finance function.</li><li>Helping with the annual external audit.</li></ul><p><strong>Knowledge & Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to work on own initiative, to constantly hit targets and strict deadlines.</li><li>Excellent computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel and experience of one of the major ERP systems eg Sage, SAP, D365, Dynamics AX, Odoo, is desirable.</li><li>Have the initiative to resolve complex problems and instigate processes to avoid such instances occurring in future.</li><li>Ability to communicate and liaise at all levels both within the Company and with external stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent analytical, numerical, communication and organisational skills.</li><li>Flexible and adaptable.</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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuODI0NDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Our client is seeking a proactive Temporary Finance Assistant to join their finance team within a busy construction company based in Cardiff.</p><p>The successful candidate will support key financial operations, with a primary focus on purchase ledger, bank reconciliations, and credit control.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process and maintain the purchase ledger, including matching, batching, and coding invoices</li><li>Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.</li><li>Assist with credit control tasks, including chasing overdue payments and maintaining customer accounts</li><li>Support the finance team with ad hoc administrative tasks as needed</li></ul><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>Immediately available</li><li>Previous experience in a finance or accounts role within the construction industry</li><li>Strong understanding of purchase ledger and bank reconciliation processes</li><li>Good communication and organisational skills</li><li>Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel</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/RmZpb24uUGVycmV0dC42MTQ0NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently supporting a business based in Central Bristol, who are looking for a Interim Senior Accounts Assistant to join their team. This is initially for a period of 3 months - With a possibility of extension.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Senior Accounts Assistant </p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Central Bristol</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 3 Months</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£28,000 - £35,000 (DOE)</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Working pattern: </strong>This position can either be 4 or 5 days a week - 3 days a week in the office, 2 from home</p><p>The purpose of this role is to take accountability for the ledgers and transactions for two of the companies within the group.</p><p><strong> Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain both purchase and sales ledgers: invoicing, payments, reconciliations, and credit control</li><li>Manage banking and bank reconciliations</li><li>Resolve queries </li><li>Accurately recognise and record sales invoices </li><li>Basic reporting & variance analysis and resolve discrepancies </li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Skills & Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on experience using an accounting software - Xero is desirable</li><li>Proven experience in a similar role </li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities</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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjY5NDQxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a client based in Gloucestershire, near to Cirencester 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.</p><p>The hourly rate on offer for this role is £15.50 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</p><p>Issuing sales invoices and credit notes</p><p>Preparing payments (including BACS and CHAPS)</p><p>Management of the transactional accounting inbox Maintaining accurate account details within the sales/purchase ledger</p><p>The ideal candidate for this assignment will have a minimum of 18 months experience in a similar role which is a pre-requisite.</p><p>It is important that the candidate is also computer literate, particularly with Excel and office packages.</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci41NjE3My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently recruiting for a small but growing business based in Gloucester who are looking for an Interim Part-time Accounts Assistant to join them for a period of 4-6 months. </p><p><strong> Role:</strong> Part-Time Accounts Assistant - Gloucester<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Gloucester</p><p><strong>Working pattern & hours: </strong>20 hours per week. Initially based for training then min 1 day per week in the office.</p><p><strong>Start date: </strong>30th September</p><p><strong>Money: </strong>£28,000 - £35,000 - Depending on relevant experience/quals (Hourly rate equivalent)</p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Reconcile historical activity</li><li>Work with the FD to devise a full suite of basic accounting processes and procedures</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and reconcile accounts</li><li>Prepare and process invoices - Sales & purchase ledger</li><li>Assist with monthly/quarterly VAT returns</li><li>Nominal ledger Journals</li><li>Generate ad-hoc financial reports</li><li>Ad hoc financial tasks as required to assist the wider team and business</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Skills/experience needed:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous varied experience in an SME all round accounting role</li><li>Willingness to work in a changing environment</li><li>Ability to use initiative and problem solve</li><li>Team player attitude and strong work ethic</li><li>Exceptional organisational and time management skills</li><li>Effective communication skills</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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjAxOTIzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be supporting a manufacturing business in North Bristol on the recruitment of a full time and permanent Accounts Assistant to join the team.</p><p>Joining a UK Finance team, who are part of a larger international group, you will play a pivotal role in supporting in a local environment with the backing of a global business.</p><p>Our client adopts a hybrid working model, which will require you on site for 2-3 days per week. The working hours are 8:30am to 4:45pm but this can also be discussed if flexibility is needed.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant include but are not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Managing both sides of the ledger - purchase and sales.</li><li>Processing invoices, expenses, and credit notes.</li><li>Supporting with bank reconciliations and assisting the Finance team with month-end close.</li><li>Supporting with payroll and VAT returns.</li><li>Preparing financial reports.</li><li>Assisting the wider Finance team with ad hoc tasks and process improvements.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience working in a finance position, ideally within a SME environment.</li><li>Confident working on both sides of the ledger.</li><li>Comfortable with the MS Suite particularly Excel and accounting tools.</li><li>A proactive and organised individual, able to manage a busy workload of varying deadlines.</li></ul><p>In return, the successful candidate can expect a salary of between £26,000 to £32,000 dependant on experience plus benefits including study support.</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/RWxsaWUuQ2x1dHRvbi42MDMxMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Accounts Assistant<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Office-based <br /> <strong>Reports to:</strong> Financial Controller<br /> <strong>Type:</strong> Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)</p><p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an international PE backed business to take on an Accounts Assistant on a full-time and permanent basis.</p><p>You will manage the purchase ledger, process invoices, and build strong relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders to support accurate and timely financial operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Processing invoices in both the accounting and invoice approval systems</li><li>Building relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders</li><li>Handling supplier queries and resolving issues</li><li>Assisting with mid and end of month payment runs</li><li>Assisting in the improvement of purchase ledger processes</li><li>Reconciling bank and supplier statements</li><li>Support the Financial Controller and wider finance team during month-end close</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Understanding of general accounting procedures</li><li>Proficient in Sage 50 and ERP systems</li><li>Strong organisational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills</li><li>Team-oriented and collaborative</li></ul><p><strong>If this sounds like the opportunity for you. 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/THlkaWEuQmVycnkuOTgxMDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
