<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Senior Management Accountant to join a well-recognised Professional Services company based in Bristol. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£50,000 - £55,000 plus bonus, hybrid remote working and wider benefits package</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts and supporting schedules in accordance with current accounting and tax legislation</li><li>Direct day-to-day cash management and forecasting</li><li>Preparation of supporting information for the annual audit</li><li>Support the production of periodic budgets and forecasts</li><li>Ensure the business follows all required internal procedures and legislation, internal procedure review and audit of compliance</li><li>Management of customer and supplier rebates</li><li>Monthly balance sheet reconciliations</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA first mover from a top 10 practice or CIMA/ACCA qualified from industry</li><li>Intermediate level Excel</li><li>Ability to report financial data clearly and concisely</li><li>Self-motivated individual with strong customer focus</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills being able to communicate and influence across all levels of the business</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£50,000 - £55,000 plus bonus, hybrid remote working and wider benefits package</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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi43ODE4Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting an Accountant on a short term basis for a well-established bookkeeping and accountancy practice near Cirencester.</p><p>Working directly with the Director, you will play a key role in preparing management accounts and draft year-end accounts for a varied portfolio of clients.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous accountancy practice experience who can quickly become productive and work with minimal supervision.</p><p>Key Responsibilities Preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts for a portfolio of clients.</p><p>Assisting with the preparation of draft year-end accounts.</p><p>Reviewing bookkeeping records and ensuring accuracy and completeness.</p><p>Performing bank, control account and balance sheet reconciliations.</p><p>Investigating and resolving accounting discrepancies and queries.</p><p>Maintaining accurate accounting records and supporting compliance requirements.</p><p>Liaising with the Managing Director regarding client work and deadlines.</p><p>Providing general accounting and bookkeeping support as required.</p><p>Skills & Experience Required</p><p>Previous experience working within an accountancy practice is highly desirable.</p><p>Strong bookkeeping and accounting knowledge.</p><p>Experience preparing management accounts and draft statutory/year-end accounts.</p><p>Confident using accounting software such as Xero, Sage and QuickBooks.</p><p>Excellent reconciliation and problem-solving skills.</p><p>High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</p><p>Ability to manage workloads independently and prioritise effectively.</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4yMzYyMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are exclusively hiring for a Treasury, Tax & Working Capital Manager Treasury, Tax & Working Capital Manager</p><p> </p><p>Location: Bridgend, Wales Hybrid working Salary: Competitive + 10% bonus + comprehensive benefits package</p><p> </p><p>About the Role Are you a hand-on, senior finance professional looking to build and shape a critical capability?</p><p>As our Treasury, Tax & Working Capital Manager, you will transition our informal finance processes into a resilient, documented, and fully controlled function. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will take full ownership of cash forecasting, the FX hedging programme, credit insurance, and the end-to-end working-capital cycle. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant with deep cash management exposure, including experienced Financial Controllers or Heads of Finance looking for a high-impact position. Technical tax preparation (such as transfer pricing and R&D claims) is outsourced to external advisers; your focus will be on leading tax governance and managing these strategic adviser relationships. _</p><p> </p><p> Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Cash Management (12.5%): Build and run the rolling 13-week cash forecast and daily cash positioning to establish active cash management as a standard discipline.</li><li>FX & Hedging (7.5%): Manage and fully document the FX hedging programme against contracted currency exposures and committed payables, including year-end fair-value treatment.</li><li>Working Capital & Team Leadership: Drive the end-to-end working-capital cycle. You will partner closely with Procurement and provide direct leadership to the Group Credit Controller to optimise the collection side of the cash-conversion cycle. * Tax Governance: Own the governance, risk management, and strategic relationships with external tax advisers. * Process Resilience: Transition informal, key-person dependencies into structured, documented, and scalable financial disciplines.</li></ul><p> </p><p>What We Are Looking For</p><ul><li>Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).</li><li>Experience: Proven, hands-on experience in cash management, treasury operations, and working capital cycles.</li><li>Skills: Strong business-partnering capabilities, excellent documentation skills, and experience managing small teams or direct reports (like Credit Control).</li><li>Mindset: A proactive builder who enjoys creating order, documenting processes, and establishing robust governance.</li></ul><p> </p><p> What We Offer</p><ul><li>Financial Reward: Competitive salary plus a performance-related 10% bonus. * Retirement & Security: 8% company pension contribution and comprehensive life assurance. * Time Off: 25 days annual leave plus all statutory bank holidays. * Health & Wellbeing: Paid sick pay and an active cycle-to-work scheme. * Culture: Regular company events and a collaborative, hybrid working environment.</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjAyNDI3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> The Vale Of Glamorgan (Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office)<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £38,000 - £44,000<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> 12-18 Month Fixed-Term Contract<br /> <strong>Hours:</strong> Full-Time, 36.5 hours per week<br /> <strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP (Ideally by mid-November to allow for a handover period)</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Are you a commercially minded Management Accountant looking for a varied role that combines FP&A, business partnering and hands-on finance responsibilities?</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation where you'll play a key role within a collaborative finance team. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and financial analysis while also supporting wider finance operations when required.</p><p>This position would suit someone who enjoys combining commercial finance with practical, day-to-day accounting responsibilities and isn't afraid to roll their sleeves up when needed.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Ownership of budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Variance analysis and meaningful financial commentary</li><li>Financial modelling and business analysis</li><li>Revenue reporting and performance analysis</li><li>Supporting senior leaders with financial insight and decision-making</li><li>Business partnering with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Assisting with month-end processes</li><li>Providing support acrosstransactional finance activities when required, including: <ul><li>Purchase Ledger</li><li>Credit Control</li><li>Bank Reconciliations</li><li>General finance operations</li></ul></li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>We're keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified or part-qualified</li><li>Strong management accounting experience</li><li>Experience producing budgets, forecasts and management accounts</li><li>Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage non-finance stakeholders</li><li>A hands-on and flexible approach within a small team environment</li><li>Experience within a SaaS, subscription-based or recurring revenue business</li></ul><h2>Highly Desirable Experience</h2><ul><li>Understanding ofSaaS metrics including: <ul><li>ARR</li><li>Churn</li><li>Customer Retention</li><li>Revenue Analysis</li></ul></li><li>Previous business partnering experience</li><li>Power BI</li><li>Sage Intacct</li><li>Experience using AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT or Claude within finance processes</li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile</h2><p>Successful applicants are likely to have:</p><ul><li>SaaS or subscription-based business experience</li><li>Ownership of budgets, forecasts or financial models</li><li>Strong management accounting expertise</li><li>A proactive and collaborative attitude</li><li>The ability to start within the next few weeks and commit to a 12-18 month contract</li></ul><h2>Please Note</h2><p>This role is unlikely to be suitable for:</p><ul><li>Purely transactional finance candidates</li><li>Individuals seeking a dedicated FP&A-only analytical role</li><li>Candidates requiring line management responsibility, as there are no direct reports within this position</li></ul><br><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuMDYwMjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are partnering with an organisation based in Bristol to recruit an Assistant Accountant on an interim basis.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Assistant Accountant</p><p><strong>Rate: </strong>£15ph - £20ph dependent on experience</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Central Bristol</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 3 Months with potential for extension</p><p><strong>Hybrid: </strong>Two days in the office</p><p> </p><p><strong>Job Duties</strong>:</p><ul><li>Ownership of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable function</li><li>Review and support on payment runs</li><li>Support a junior member of staff</li><li>Supplier Statement reconciliations</li><li>Accruals & Prepayments</li><li>Any adhoc duties as required</li></ul><p>For more information on this role, please apply online or send a copy of your CV </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/bGV3aXMueW91bmcuMzA4OTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be recruiting a part-time Accountant on a permanent basis. This role will be based onsite 5 days a week with flexible hours, 20-25 hours a week. This role would suit someone with experience of working in an SME who is happy to be hands on.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>The part-time Accountant will be responsible for a range of duties, and ultimately responsible for the businesses finances. This is a standalone role requiring someone with previous experience of working in a small business. This role will start before Christmas so you must be available immediately or on a short notice period. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Invoice processing - sales ledger and purchase ledger.</li><li>Bank reconciliations.</li><li>Journals, accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Management accounts preparation.</li><li>Preparing payroll data.</li><li>Working closely with the management team and consulting on the financial position of the business.</li><li>Cashflow management.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Required experience</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience of working in a small business.</li><li>Experience of preparing management accounts.</li><li>Intermediate level excel (vlookups and pivot tables).</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills.</li><li>Able to work in a standalone role.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>£40,000 - £50,000 FTE.</li><li>20-25 hours a week.</li><li>5 days onsite preferred, flexible hours.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li><li>Auto enrolment pension.</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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjAwODQwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Finance Operations Supervisor to join a well-recognised Professional Services company based in Cheltenham. For the right person the client is offering:</p><p><strong>Competitive salary depending on experience, bonus, hybrid working and wider benefits package</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing transactional finance team, conducting regular 1:1's, annual appraisals, and weekly workload planning meetings</li><li>Act as the escalation point for complex internal and external queries, supporting the team in overcoming operational bottlenecks</li><li>Oversee and execute core reconciliations, including daily/monthly bank accounts, credit card expenses, Equal prepaid cash cards and intercompany ledgers to ensure absolute control within the accounting systems</li><li>Manage the weekly payment run, distributing approved runs to the team and managing final banking approvals for supplier payments and customer refunds</li><li>Maintain a clean creditor ledger by monitoring supplier statement reconciliations, allocation of accounts, and resolving debit or historic balances</li><li>Ensure all direct cost invoices are posted on time, allowing the wider finance team to run accurate monthly accruals</li><li>Provide key support during peak month-end periods, year-end external audits, and finance transformation projects</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience managing or supervising a transactional finance or Accounts Payable team</li><li>Excellent reconciliation skills, ideally with exposure to intercompany accounting and multi-currency transactions</li><li>Strong system literacy, with experience utilising ERP systems and</li><li>Intermediate level Excel</li><li>Confident communicator across all levels of a business</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Competitive salary depending on experience, bonus, hybrid working and wider benefits package</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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi4wMDYzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a <strong>high-tech manufacturer</strong> based in <strong>Didcot</strong> to recruit a <strong>Financial Controller</strong>. The Financial Controller will receive a salary of up to <strong>£80,000</strong> dependent on experience plus attractive benefits including health insurance and generous annual leave. Hybrid remote working is available in this role.</p><p><strong>SME and Manufacturing</strong> experience is desirable for this role.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Preparation of the monthly management accounts, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and maintenance of asset registers.</li><li>Delivering accurate, timely and high-quality financial information and commentaries to the Board, Exec and Management teams.</li><li>Reviewing and when appropriate, improving the financial models that the company uses for forecasting.</li><li>Overseeing end-to-end financial operations, financial planning and analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Continuous improvements to financial procedures and controls</li><li>As Company Secretary producing accurate minutes of shareholder and formal director meetings and resolutions.</li><li>Ensuring that the company has in place at all times appropriate insurances.</li><li>Working closely with the Board, Exec and Management teams to help deliver the best financial performance of the company.</li><li>Monitoring project costs and producing regular updates for the Exec and Management teams.</li><li>Managing debtors and creditors.</li><li>Manage relationships with bank, auditors and HMRC</li><li>Delivering a draft Budget for approval by the Exec team at least 1 month before the first board meeting of the year</li><li>Delivering a mid-year financial forecast and review to the Exec team.</li><li>As Company Secretary ensuring that the company complies with all financial and legal requirements as well as maintaining high standards of corporate governance.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with minimum 10 years' experience in a finance management or controller role.</li><li>Experience of producing management, formal accounts and financial models for a diverse and complex medium sized enterprise.</li><li>Experience with financial software and MRP systems</li><li>Company Secretary experience desirable.</li><li>Ability to delegate and manage the work of others.</li><li>Experience running annual audit.</li><li>Experience of delivering excellence in a high-paced environment.</li><li>Excellent leadership and man-management skills to successfully lead, motivate, retain and develop our talented team.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNzI3MzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>AAT Finance Officer</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Blackwood<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £28,000 - £30,000 </p><p><strong>AAT Finance Officer:</strong></p><p>We are currently recruiting for an <strong>AAT-qualified or AAT-studying Finance Officer</strong> on behalf of our client, a well-established organisation based in Blackwood.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to build on their accounting experience and develop their career within a supportive finance team.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Working as part of the finance function, you will provide support across a range of transactional and accounting activities, helping to ensure the accurate and efficient management of the organisation's financial records.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ol><ul><li>Processing purchase and sales invoices.</li><li>Managing purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions.</li><li>Completing regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Processing payments, expenses and staff claims.</li><li>Assisting with credit control and resolving outstanding queries.</li><li>Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.</li><li>Supporting month-end and year-end accounting processes.</li><li>Assisting with the preparation of financial reports and management information.</li><li>Posting journals and supporting general ledger activities.</li><li>Investigating and resolving financial discrepancies.</li><li>Liaising with suppliers, customers and internal departments.</li><li>Assisting with VAT returns and other statutory requirements where required.</li><li>Supporting the wider finance team with ad-hoc accounting duties and projects.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>The successful candidate will ideally be:</p><ol><ul><li><strong>AAT qualified, part-qualified or currently studying towards an AAT qualification.</strong></li><li>Experienced in a finance or accounts environment.</li><li>Confident with double-entry bookkeeping and general accounting principles.</li><li>Experienced in areas such as purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations.</li><li>Highly accurate with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Comfortable working with financial data and meeting deadlines.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Experienced with accounting software or finance systems.</li><li>A strong communicator with a professional and collaborative approach.</li><li>Keen to develop their accounting knowledge and progress their finance career.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Supportive and collaborative finance team.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development.</li><li>Support for continued AAT studies where applicable.</li><li>Excellent opportunity to develop your accounting experience.</li></ul></ol><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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS44NDE2Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently supporting a longstanding client who need an Accounts Payable Clerk to join them for a period of 6 months on a fixed term contract basis. This opportunity is based in central Bristol with hybrid working + Flexible working hours.</p><p lang="en-US" style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Role: Accounts Payable Clerk</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Duration: 6 months </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Start date: ASAP/Can wait for notice </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Location: Central Bristol </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Money: £28,000 - £32,000 (DOE)</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Working hours & Hybrid: 37.5 hours weekly with flexible working hours and hybrid of 2-3 days per week in the office </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li> Support the day-to-day accounts payable function, following established procedures and best practice</li><li>Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring correct ledger coding and VAT treatment</li><li>Maintain supplier accounts and records, including processing new supplier approvals and reviewing existing suppliers</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice and payment queries promptly and professionally</li><li>Assist with supplier payment runs and cash flow forecasting</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Skills/experience needed:</strong></p><ul class="x12ofw9d"><li>Previous experience in an accounts payable role</li><li>Experience using finance systems and accounting software</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel </li><li>Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and sound judgement</li><li>Effective written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team</li><li>Flexible and adaptable, with a proactive approach to problem-solving</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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjcwNjI1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are partnering with a Wiltshire-based business to recruit an experienced Stock Accountant on a 6-month temporary contract.</p><p>This is a hands-on role supporting the finance team through a busy period, with a strong focus on stock accounting, project analysis, and manufacturing finance.</p><p>Working closely with operational and finance stakeholders, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of inventory reporting, investigating stock variances, and providing meaningful analysis to support business performance.</p><p>Key Responsibilities Manage and reconcile stock and inventory accounts</p><p>Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and valuation issues</p><p>Support monthly management accounts preparation</p><p>Analyse manufacturing costs, work-in-progress and inventory movements</p><p>Work closely with operations, supply chain and production teams</p><p>Assist with project accounting and cost tracking across multiple projects</p><p>Provide financial analysis and reporting to support decision-making</p><p>Support budgeting and forecasting processes</p><p>Ensure accurate SAP transactional reporting and data integrity</p><p>Develop and maintain Excel-based reports and analysis tools</p><p>Experience Required</p><p>Qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience accountant</p><p>Previous experience in a manufacturing environment</p><p>Strong understanding of stock accounting and inventory controls</p><p>Experience supporting project accounting activities</p><p>Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and data analysis</p><p>Experience using SAP Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</p><p>Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities</p><p>Desirable Experience of cost accounting</p><p>Exposure to ERP system implementations or process improvements</p><p>Experience working within fast-paced operational businesses</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci45MTk2Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><h1>AAT Accounts Assistant</h1><p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with an innovative and growing technology business based in Cardiff to recruit an <strong>AAT Accounts Assistant</strong>.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to join a forward-thinking organisation that can offer genuine career progression, exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities, and ongoing <strong>AAT study support</strong>. The successful candidate will become a key member of the finance team and play an important role in supporting the day-to-day accounting function while developing their career within the business.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Supporting the production of monthly management accounts.</li><li>Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.</li><li>Performing bank, supplier, and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Assisting with month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Processing journals, accruals, and prepayments.</li><li>Monitoring cash flow and supporting cash management activities.</li><li>Investigating and resolving financial queries.</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring data integrity.</li><li>Assisting with financial reporting and analysis.</li><li>Supporting process improvements and finance transformation initiatives.</li></ul><h2>About the Candidate</h2><p>The ideal candidate will have:</p><ul><li>AAT qualification or be actively studying towards completion.</li><li>Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, or similar finance role.</li><li>Strong understanding of core accounting principles.</li><li>Good Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.</li><li>A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across the business.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>AAT study support and ongoing professional development.</li><li>Clear progression opportunities within a growing finance team.</li><li>Exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities.</li><li>Opportunity to work for an innovative technology company.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative working environment.</li><li>Modern Cardiff office location with excellent transport links.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li></ul><p>This role would suit an ambitious finance professional who is looking to build on their existing experience while continuing their studies and progressing towards a more senior accounting position in the future.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/THVuYS5QZXNjZS42Mjk5NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a charitable organisation within the <strong>performing arts</strong> industry based in <strong>Salisbury </strong>to recruit a <strong>Financial Controller</strong>. The Financial Controller will receive a salary of up to £60,000 along with other attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote working (1-2 days per week WFH)</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>Part-time hours will be considered for this role. The ideal candidate will be looking for full-time hours.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Provide financial leadership in support of the organisation's mission and wider strategic objectives.</li><li>Attend Board, Finance Sub-Committee and Senior Management Team meetings, advising on financial matters.</li><li>Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.</li><li>Monitor financial performance against targets, providing analysis and financial commentary.</li><li>Take responsibility for cash flow management and overall cash positions.</li><li>Develop and maintain robust financial controls, policies and procedures.</li><li>Oversee internal and external audits, acting as the main point of contact for auditors.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant company law, charity law and financial regulations.</li><li>Lead and manage the finance team, including oversight of payroll operations.</li><li>Analyse financial information and prepare financial scenarios to support business decisions.</li><li>Work collaboratively with other departments to maximise income, control expenditure and improve financial processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) QBE will be considered.</li><li>Previous experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Director or senior finance position.</li><li>Strong technical knowledge of financial management, reporting, budgeting and cash flow.</li><li>Experience overseeing financial controls, audits and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Previous experience managing and developing a finance team.</li><li>Confident communicating financial information to senior stakeholders and non-finance colleagues.</li><li>A hands-on approach, with the ability to balance operational finance responsibilities with strategic input.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNjM5NzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Transactional Finance Manager to join a rapidly growing PE backed Services business on a <strong>fully-remote basis</strong>. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£50,000 - £60,000 plus wider benefits package</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to: </strong></p><ul><li>Own end-to-end accounts receivable and credit control: cash collection, aged debt and credit risk across the group's customer base</li><li>Own accounts payable: supplier payment runs, invoice processing controls and supplier relationship management</li><li>Own cash management: daily cash positioning, bank reconciliations and short-term cash forecasting into the Group FC</li><li>Own payroll: accurate, on-time monthly payroll for all group employees, including statutory compliance (PAYE, NI, pensions auto-enrolment) and liaison with HR/Shared Services on starters, leavers and changes</li><li>Act as right hand to the Group FC, alongside the Management Accountant: covering process, controls and people management so the FC can focus on consolidation, statutory reporting and board/investor reporting</li><li>Manage, coach and develop the transactions team, setting clear standards for accuracy, timeliness and service to the rest of the business</li><li>Support month-end close: transactional cut-off, accruals/prepayments relevant to AP/AR, and clean handover of data to the Management Accountant and Group FC</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Extensive experience managing transactional finance teams across AP/AR</li><li>Strong process improvement and automation experience</li><li>Confident using a wide range of finance systems, in particular Excel</li><li>Strong controls mindset - able to spot and fix a process gap before it becomes an audit finding</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For the right person the client is offering:</strong></p><p><strong>£50,000 - £60,000 plus wider benefits package</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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi40NjI2Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1 class="x1ll2q23 x1a4oops">Credit Controller</h1><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Location:</strong> Cardiff<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £30,000-£35,000 per annum<br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Hybrid</p><p class="x12ofw9d">An established and growing business based in Cardiff is looking to appoint an experienced <strong>Credit Controller</strong> to join its finance team.</p><p class="x12ofw9d">This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and proactive credit professional to take ownership of a portfolio of customer accounts, maintain strong customer relationships and play an important role in supporting the company's cash flow.</p><h3 class="x1ll2q23 x1a4oops">The Role</h3><p class="x12ofw9d">The successful Credit Controller will be responsible for:</p><ul class="x12ofw9d"><li>Managing a portfolio of customer accounts and ensuring payments are received on time</li><li>Proactively contacting customers by telephone and email regarding outstanding invoices</li><li>Allocating and reconciling payments accurately</li><li>Investigating and resolving invoice queries and disputes</li><li>Monitoring aged debt and taking appropriate action to minimise overdue balances</li><li>Agreeing payment plans where appropriate and following up on commitments</li><li>Working closely with internal teams to resolve account queries</li><li>Maintaining accurate and up-to-date customer records</li><li>Preparing regular aged debt and credit control reports</li><li>Escalating long-outstanding or high-risk accounts where necessary</li><li>Supporting the wider finance team as required</li></ul><h3 class="x1ll2q23 x1a4oops">About the Candidate</h3><p class="x12ofw9d">The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a <strong>credit control or accounts receivable position</strong> and will be confident managing customer accounts and collecting outstanding debt.</p><p class="x12ofw9d">They will be:</p><ul class="x12ofw9d"><li>Confident communicating with customers by telephone and email</li><li>Comfortable having professional but firm conversations regarding payment</li><li>Highly organised with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Confident working with figures and financial information</li><li>Proactive and able to manage their own workload</li><li>A strong problem solver with a commercial approach</li><li>Comfortable using Excel and finance/accounting systems</li></ul><p class="x12ofw9d">Experience within a fast-paced finance environment would be advantageous.</p><h3 class="x1ll2q23 x1a4oops">The Package</h3><ul class="x12ofw9d"><li><strong>£30,000-£35,000 per annum</strong></li><li><strong>Hybrid working</strong></li><li>Cardiff-based office</li><li>Supportive and collaborative working environment</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and progression</li><li>A varied role with genuine responsibility and ownership</li></ul><p class="x12ofw9d">This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller to join a successful organisation in Cardiff and develop their career within a supportive finance team.</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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS44Njk4Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p dir="ltr"><strong>P/T: Charity Accountant (12-Month Maternity Cover)</strong></p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Location:</strong> Bristol, South West (some travel between sites) | <br /><strong>Hours:</strong> 3 days per week, flexible working considered |<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000-£45,000 FTE, pro rata | <br /><strong>Contract:</strong> 12-month fixed term (maternity cover)</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>The opportunity</strong></p><p dir="ltr">Robert Half is recruiting for a respected, values-led charity looking for a part-time Charity Accountant to cover a 12-month maternity leave. You'll be the finance partner to a busy operational division generating around £4.5m in annual revenue, working closely with its senior leader and site managers.</p><p dir="ltr">It's a varied, hands-on role in a friendly, mission-driven organisation. You'll protect income, keep the numbers accurate and give leadership a clear financial picture.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>What you'll be doing</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Monitoring income across multiple sites, identifying and resolving anomalies</li><li>Running invoicing, raising credits and adjustments, and calculating late payment charges</li><li>Managing debt and credit control</li><li>Reconciling operational system data to external funding and producing reports for managers to action</li><li>Checking bank receipts and making sure payments are allocated correctly</li><li>Producing balance and financial reporting for the CEO, Executive Directors and Accounts</li><li>Supporting site managers with system queries and changes</li><li>Spotting opportunities to improve processes and efficiency</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>About you</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Experience in an accounting, finance business partnering or management accounting role. Full qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT or similar) is <strong>not essential</strong>; relevant experience matters more</li><li>A charity background would be beneficial but is not essential</li><li>Strong Excel and Microsoft skills, with good analytical and problem-solving ability</li><li>Confident handling sensitive data in line with GDPR</li><li>A strong communicator who works well with non-finance colleagues at every level</li><li>Organised, accurate and happy to use your own initiative</li><li>Experience of change management or process improvement (desirable)</li><li>A genuine interest in the charity sector</li><li>A driving licence and access to a car</li><li>Willingness to undergo pre-employment checks</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>What's on offer</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>£40,000-£45,000 FTE, pro rata for 3 days per week</li><li>Flexible working, including some home working</li><li>28 days' holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Wellbeing benefits</li><li>A supportive, friendly team and a charity that genuinely cares</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/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjU0MTE3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><p> </p><h1>Financial Controller</h1><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join a growing group of businesses. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading financial control, reporting and process improvement across multiple business units.</p><p>This is a highly visible position, offering the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making while remaining hands-on within a fast-paced operational environment.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead the monthly management accounts process and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.</li><li>Produce consolidated group reporting, analysis and performance insights.</li><li>Manage month-end, year-end and audit processes.</li><li>Oversee cashflow forecasting, balance sheet control and working capital management.</li><li>Ensure compliance with VAT, statutory reporting and other regulatory requirements.</li><li>Lead and develop a small finance team, providing coaching and support.</li><li>Partner with operational, manufacturing and commercial stakeholders to improve business performance.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and systems.</li><li>Improve stock, inventory and operational reporting capabilities.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning activities.</li><li>Deliver high-quality information to support decision-making at senior leadership level.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with previous Financial Controller experience or a strong Finance Manager/Financial Accounting Manager background ready for the next step.</p><h3>Essential Experience</h3><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.</li><li>Experience managing month-end, year-end and audit processes.</li><li>Team leadership and people management experience.</li><li>Strong systems and process improvement capability.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>Multi-entity or group reporting experience</li><li>ERP or finance systems implementation exposure.</li><li>Experience within a growing SME or private-equity-backed environment.</li><li>Commercial finance business partnering experience.</li></ul><h2>What You'll Bring</h2><ul><li>Hands-on approach with a willingness to get into the detail.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.</li><li>A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.</li><li>Ability to build credibility quickly across finance and operational teams.</li><li>Organised, accountable and capable of delivering against deadlines.</li></ul><h2>What's On Offer</h2><p>Salary - £80k-£85k + £5k car allowance</p><p>Hybrid and flexible working - 3-4 days onsite, 1-2 days remote</p><p>This is an opportunity to join a successful and growing business at an exciting stage of its development, working closely with an experienced leadership team while helping shape the future of the finance function. The environment is collaborative, ambitious and supportive, with flexibility, autonomy and genuine scope to make an impact.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW5keS5Ucm91cC45OTEwMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a market-leading organisation to recruit a <strong>Management Accountant</strong> for its South Wales headquarters. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join a successful business with ambitious growth plans and a strong market position.</p><p>Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of the monthly management accounts for a key business unit while partnering with operational stakeholders to provide meaningful financial insight and support strategic decision-making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Cash flow reporting and forecasting</li><li>Maintaining financial ledgers and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Statutory accounts preparation</li><li>Producing KPI reporting and performance analysis</li><li>Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Assisting with year-end and interim audits</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve financial controls, reporting and processes</li><li>Providing cross-functional support across the wider finance team</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for a proactive and commercially aware accountant who enjoys working in a growing business environment.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or be newly qualified)</li><li>Strong accounting experience</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Advanced Excel capabilities</li><li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills</li><li>Experience of improving financial processes and reporting</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £50,000</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Career development opportunities within a growing organisation</li><li>Exposure to senior stakeholders and operational decision-making</li><li>The chance to make a genuine impact within a successful and expanding business</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/Q2FybGllLldpbGxpYW1zLjI5NTQyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking an Assistant Management Accountant for a business based near Mountain Ash / Aberdare.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Job Description: Assistant Management Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Job Purpose</strong></p><p>To support the day-to-day finance function of a growing SME business, ensuring accurate financial records, timely reporting and effective financial control. The role will provide support across management accounting, product costing, VAT compliance, credit control and cash management, working closely with the Finance Manager and wider operational team.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Management Accounting and Financial Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring financial information is accurate, complete and produced within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Prepare and maintain monthly prepayments and accruals, ensuring costs and income are recognised in the correct accounting period.</li><li>Produce ad hoc financial reports and analysis to support management decision-making.</li><li>Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies as required.</li><li>Support the month-end close process, including journal preparation and maintaining accurate financial records.</li></ul><p><strong>Product Costing and Manufacturing Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), ensuring component, material and production cost information is accurate and up to date.</li><li>Produce product costing reports and analyse manufacturing costs, including raw materials, components and production-related expenses.</li><li>Ing.</li></ul><p><strong>Cash Management and Banking</strong></p><ul><li>Support the preparation and processing of supplier and other business payments, ensuring transactions are accurate, appropriately authorised and processed on time.</li><li>Assist with banking transactions and maintain accurate records of cash movements.</li><li> </li></ul><p><strong>Credit Control and Accounts Receivable</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and issue customer statements on a regular basis.</li><li>Assist with credit control activities, including monitoring outstanding balances and following up overdue customer accounts.</li></ul><p><strong>VAT and Tax Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with the preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded and VAT treatment is appropriate.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills and Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in a finance or accounts role, ideally within an SME environment.</li><li>Experience or understanding of management accounts, accruals, prepayments and financial reporting. </li></ul><p>On offer:</p><p> </p><p>A salary of up to £35,000 plus benefits</p><p>Potential study support</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjc0MTE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Temporary Accountant Role </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> Abingdon (hybrid)</li><li><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 - 8 weeks</li><li><strong>Rate:</strong> £50,000 (hourly equivalent)</li><li><strong>Start date:</strong> Monday 12th October</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The role will involve:</strong></p><ul><li>Overseeing and supporting the Accounts Payable team</li><li>Handling and resolving complex supplier and payment queries</li><li>Managing payment runs and ensuring they are completed accurately and on time</li><li>Supporting with management accounts and wider month-end activities</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What they're looking for: </strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience producing management accounts</li><li>Comfortable managing a small team</li><li>Happy to be hands on with Accounts Payable</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuNDY1NzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with a successful and growing organisation in Swindon to recruit a Finance Manager on a full-time permanent basis. The Finance Manager will play a key role in managing the day-to-day finance function, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, and providing commercial insight to support business growth. You will manage and develop a small finance team, while working closely with senior stakeholders and wider finance teams to ensure strong financial controls, compliance and effective business partnering. The salary is between £55,000 - £65,000 plus hybrid working and other excellent benefits. </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The main duties of the Finance Manager role will consist of: </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading the monthly management accounts process, ensuring accurate, complete and timely management accounts, including review of overheads, trial balances and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Business partnering with stakeholders to provide commercial insight, financial analysis and support for business growth, pricing and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Overseeing tax, VAT, statutory accounts and audit requirements, acting as a key finance contact for year-end audits and ensuring all compliance deadlines are met.</li><li>Managing a small team; providing coaching, guidance and performance management.</li><li>Driving finance process improvements and strong financial controls, identifying opportunities to improve systems and general processes.</li><li>Overseeing intercompany accounting and general ledger activity.</li><li>Supporting with strategic projects, while building strong relationships with wider finance teams and acting as a trusted finance business partner.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you..</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">To be considered for the Finance Manager role, you will ideally have:</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience across month-end and year-end processes.</li><li>Experience managing or supervising a finance team.</li><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or an experienced Finance Manager that is qualified by significant relevant experience.</li><li>Experience with general ledger and intercompany accounting, and financial reporting.</li><li>Previous experience within an audit environment would be desirable.</li><li>Excellent communication skills. </li><li>Strong relationship building skills. </li><li>Good attention to detail. </li><li>An interest in improving/refining processes and adding value beyond day-to-day finance duties.</li></ul><h2> </h2><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>£55,000 - £65,000 annual salary</li><li>Hybrid working; 2 days in the office, 3 days from home</li><li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) </li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>Life assurance </li><li>Cycle to work scheme </li><li>Holiday purchase scheme </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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4yODAwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Graduate Accounts Assistant</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Cardiff, South Wales</strong><br /><strong>Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 per annum</strong></p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>Are you a recent graduate looking to kick-start your career in finance and accounting?</p><p>We are looking for a motivated, organised and enthusiastic Graduate Accounts Assistant to join a growing finance team in Cardiff.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone with a finance-related degree who is keen to develop their accounting skills and gain valuable practical experience within a supportive and professional working environment.</p><p>You will receive hands-on training and the opportunity to develop your knowledge across a range of financial and accounting functions.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assisting with the day-to-day running of the finance department.</li><li>Processing purchase invoices and sales invoices.</li><li>Assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable.</li><li>Reconciling supplier and customer accounts.</li><li>Processing payments and allocating receipts.</li><li>Assisting with bank reconciliations.</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems.</li><li>Supporting month-end and year-end financial procedures.</li><li>Investigating invoice and payment discrepancies.</li><li>Providing general administrative support to the finance team.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>We are looking for someone who has:</strong></p><ul><li>A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Studies or a related subject.</li><li>A strong interest in developing a career in accountancy or finance.</li><li>Good numerical and analytical skills.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Good communication and organisational skills.</li><li>Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.</li><li>A positive attitude and willingness to learn.</li><li>The ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li></ul><p><strong>Previous accounts experience is desirable but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.</strong></p><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive starting salary of £24,000-£27,000.</li><li>Full training and ongoing professional development.</li><li>Opportunities for career progression.</li><li>Support towards AAT, ACCA or CIMA studies (where applicable).</li><li>Friendly and supportive working environment.</li><li>Valuable hands-on experience within a finance department.</li><li>Monday to Friday working hours.</li></ul><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious graduate who wants to build a long-term career in finance and accounting.</p><p>If you are enthusiastic, eager to learn and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply today!</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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS43MDQxOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Receivable & Credit Control Assistant</strong></p><p><strong>£30,000-£40,000 | Bristol | Office-based | Monday-Friday</strong></p><p><strong>An opportunity to take ownership, develop your skills and make a real impact within a growing finance function.</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a role where you can take ownership of your work, broaden your experience and become a key part of a finance team?</p><p>We're working with a business in Bristol looking to appoint an Accounts Receivable & Credit Control Assistant.</p><p>You'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the finance function, taking responsibility for customer accounts, overseeing outstanding payments and helping ensure the business maintains strong financial controls. What's particularly appealing about this opportunity is the breadth of exposure it offers, with the chance to get involved in process improvements, systems development and wider finance projects.</p><p>If you're someone who enjoys taking initiative, building relationships and finding better ways of working, this could be an excellent next step.</p><p><strong>Why consider this opportunity?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Real responsibility:</strong> Take ownership of customer accounts and have a direct influence on the effectiveness of the sales ledger and credit control function.</li><li><strong>Variety:</strong> Enjoy a broad position covering invoicing, reconciliations, cash allocation, credit management, reporting and month-end activities.</li><li><strong>Opportunity to make improvements:</strong> Get involved in developing processes, improving financial controls and making better use of existing systems.</li><li><strong>Wider finance exposure:</strong> Work alongside the Financial Controller and wider finance team, gaining exposure beyond the traditional accounts receivable remit.</li><li><strong>Career development:</strong> An opportunity to build on your existing finance experience, with AAT studies and further professional development welcomed.</li></ul><p><strong>What will you be doing?</strong></p><p>You'll have a varied workload, with responsibility spanning several important areas of the finance operation.</p><p><strong>Accounts Receivable & Sales Ledger</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the accurate and timely processing of customer invoices.</li><li>Maintain customer accounts, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.</li><li>Complete sales ledger reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.</li><li>Allocate incoming payments and resolve unidentified or unallocated cash.</li><li>Prepare and issue monthly customer statements.</li></ul><p><strong>Credit Control & Customer Relationships</strong></p><ul><li>Proactively monitor outstanding balances and take ownership of chasing overdue payments.</li><li>Contact customers via telephone, email and written correspondence to resolve payment queries and secure outstanding funds.</li><li>Negotiate payment arrangements where necessary and escalate more challenging accounts.</li><li>Help achieve debtor day and overdue debt collection targets.</li><li>Review new customer credit applications and assist with setting and monitoring appropriate credit limits.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Financial Controls</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with aged debt reporting and cash collection forecasting.</li><li>Support month-end activities relating to accounts receivable and credit control.</li><li>Ensure transactions are accurately documented and appropriate audit trails are maintained.</li></ul><p><strong>Process Improvement & Wider Finance Support</strong></p><ul><li>Contribute to improving customer onboarding, credit control and order-to-cash procedures.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes and maximise the functionality of existing finance systems.</li><li>Work with colleagues across the business to resolve invoice queries, discrepancies and customer disputes.</li><li>Support the wider finance team during periods of absence or increased workload.</li><li>Get involved in ad hoc finance projects and initiatives focused on improving efficiency, controls and reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>What are we looking for?</strong></p><p>We're keen to speak with individuals who have some previous experience in a finance or accounts-based position, particularly within sales ledger, accounts receivable or credit control.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience in a finance, accounts administration or customer accounts role, ideally with exposure to sales ledger and credit control.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy across financial records.</li><li>Confident communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate professionally with customers.</li><li>Excellent organisation and time management, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.</li><li>A proactive attitude, taking ownership of responsibilities and working independently.</li><li>An inquisitive mindset and an interest in understanding and improving financial systems and processes.</li><li>Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Teams.</li><li>Exposure to an ERP or finance system such as Microsoft Dynamics, Sage or SAP.</li></ul><p><strong>It would be a bonus if you also have:</strong></p><ul><li>An interest in continuous improvement and process optimisation.</li><li>AAT studies or an ambition to pursue a professional finance qualification.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£30,000-£40,000 salary, dependent on experience.</li><li>23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Private healthcare cash plan.</li><li>Life insurance.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li><li>Employee referral programme.</li></ul><p><strong>The Practical Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> Bristol.</li><li><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Fully office-based.</li><li><strong>Hours:</strong> 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, standard office hours</li><li><strong>Reporting to:</strong> Financial Controller.</li></ul><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>If this sounds interesting I want to hear from you… please reach out to apply!</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/SnVhbi5Db2xlZ2F0ZS45MzkwNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><h1>Interim Finance Director</h1><h2>Location:</h2><p>Worcestershire </p><h2>Contract Type:</h2><p>Interim (6 Months Initial Contract)</p><h2>Day Rate:</h2><p>Up to £550 per day INSIDE IR35</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>We are partnering with a growing SME to appoint an experienced Interim Finance Director to support the business through an important period of change and development. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, you will take ownership of the finance function, provide commercial insight, strengthen controls and support strategic decision-making.</p><p>This is a hands-on role requiring an individual who can operate at both a strategic and operational level. The successful candidate will be comfortable rolling up their sleeves, improving processes and ensuring the business has the financial information required to support growth.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead the day-to-day finance function and manage a small finance team.</li><li>Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management processes.</li><li>Provide commercial support and challenge to the Managing Director and leadership team.</li><li>Improve financial controls, processes and reporting capability.</li><li>Review working capital, cash management and profitability performance.</li><li>Lead year-end accounting activities and manage relationships with auditors, banks and external advisers.</li><li>Oversee balance sheet integrity and ensure robust reconciliation processes are in place.</li><li>Support operational decision-making through meaningful financial analysis and KPI reporting.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements across finance and wider business operations.</li><li>Assist with business planning, strategic initiatives and potential growth opportunities.</li></ul><h2>Key Requirements</h2><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience operating as a Finance Director, Financial Controller or Head of Finance.</li><li>Strong SME experience with the ability to work in a hands-on environment.</li><li>Proven track record of delivering finance transformation, process improvement or business change initiatives.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>Experience managing cashflow, forecasting and working capital within growing businesses.</li><li>Comfortable leading teams and driving accountability across the finance function.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both financial and non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul><h2>Ideal Background</h2><p>We are particularly interested in individuals who have:</p><ul><li>Held interim finance leadership positions.</li><li>Worked within owner-managed, private equity-backed or entrepreneurial businesses.</li><li>Supported periods of growth, turnaround, restructuring or transformation.</li><li>Experience implementing systems, improving reporting and strengthening financial controls.</li><li>A pragmatic, hands-on approach with the ability to quickly build credibility and deliver results.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to work closely with the Managing Director and leadership team.</li><li>Autonomous role with genuine influence over business decision-making.</li><li>Chance to leave a lasting impact through process improvement and commercial support.</li><li>Flexible working environment.</li><li>Immediate start available.</li></ul><p>This opportunity would suit a commercially minded Interim Finance Director who enjoys operating within fast-paced SME environments and can quickly identify opportunities to improve performance, strengthen controls and support sustainable growth.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzMwMzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation in seeking an experienced Stock Accountant to join their finance team on an initial 6-month contract.</p><p>Based in Wiltshire, full time on site.</p><p>This role will play a key part in supporting inventory reporting, project accounting activities, and driving insight through detailed variance analysis across a complex operational environment.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong manufacturing or engineering experience and advanced SAP knowledge to make an immediate impact within a large, fast-paced business.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Ownership of inventory and stock accounting processes Investigate and explain material, labour and manufacturing variances</p><p>Analyse inventory movements and stock valuations</p><p>Support month-end and year-end reporting activities</p><p>Work closely with operational and project teams to ensure accurate financial reporting Assist with project accounting, including cost tracking and profitability analysis</p><p>Review WIP (Work in Progress) balances and cost allocations</p><p>Reconcile inventory-related balance sheet accounts</p><p>Produce detailed management reports and financial analysis for senior stakeholders</p><p>Identify opportunities to improve financial controls and reporting processes</p><p>Key Requirements</p><p>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or Qualified by Experience</p><p>Previous experience in a manufacturing, engineering or project-based environment</p><p>Strong understanding of stock accounting, inventory controls and costing principles</p><p>Proven experience conducting detailed variance analysis</p><p>Project accounting experience desirable</p><p>Advanced SAP experience is essential</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci45MjYyNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">