<p>We are currently recruiting for an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join a well established and growing business operating within the manufacturing and construction sector.</p><p>This is a key interim appointment, initially for a period of 4-5 months, offering the opportunity to play a hands on role within the finance function and work closely with senior management and operational teams.</p><p>The successful candidate will be required to work on-site initially to gain a strong understanding of the business, its operations and the wider team. Following this initial period, there will be the opportunity to move to a hybrid working arrangement.</p><p>Lancashire based. Day rate. </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Interim Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day finance function and providing accurate, timely financial information to support business decision-making.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management</li><li>Financial analysis and variance reporting</li><li>Maintaining and improving financial controls and processes</li><li>Supporting month-end and year-end processes</li><li>Business partnering with senior management and operational teams</li><li>Providing commercial insight to support business performance</li><li>Supporting and overseeing the wider finance team</li><li>Liaising with external accountants, auditors and other key stakeholders</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and efficiencies</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded finance professional who can quickly understand a business and make an immediate impact.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar senior finance role</li><li>Experience within a manufacturing, construction, engineering or operationally focused environment</li><li>Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting experience</li><li>Excellent financial analysis and reporting skills</li><li>A hands-on and proactive approach</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>The ability to work independently and hit the ground running</li><li>Previous interim experience would be advantageous</li></ul><p>This role would suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys working closely with operational teams and making a tangible impact within a fast-paced, product-led environment.</p><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>4-5 month interim assignment</li><li>Full-time opportunity</li><li>Based in Lancashire</li><li>On-site initially, with hybrid working available following the initial onboarding period</li><li>Opportunity to make a genuine impact within an established and successful business</li><li>Competitive day rate/salary, depending on experience</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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuMDUwNjMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Finance Manager - Immediate Start</strong><br /><strong>Location: Halifax</strong><br /><strong>Office-Based Role</strong><br /><strong>Robert Half is recruiting on behalf of a financial services business</strong></p><p>Robert Half is supporting a financial services business based in Halifax in the recruitment of an <strong>Interim Finance Manager</strong> for an <strong>immediate start</strong>.</p><p>This is an interim opportunity to provide key finance support following the departure of a permanent member of staff, with cover required until a long-term permanent solution is in place. The role will play an important part in maintaining continuity across the finance function during this transition period.</p><p>The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant, or an experienced finance professional operating at this level, with strong hands-on experience of:</p><ul><li>Month-end close</li><li>Cash flow forecasting</li><li>Complex invoice production</li><li>Financial reporting and finance operations oversight</li></ul><p>You will need to be comfortable stepping into a fast-paced environment, taking ownership of core finance responsibilities, and ensuring deadlines are met to a high standard.</p><p><strong>Key requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong accounting background</li><li>Proven month-end experience</li><li>Strong cash flow forecasting capability</li><li>Experience producing complex invoices</li><li>Ability to start immediately or at short notice</li><li>Willingness to work on-site in the client's central Halifax offices</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced interim finance professional who can add value quickly and support the business through a key period of change.</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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi4xODE0Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Finance Manager</strong><br /><strong>Predominantly Remote | Full-Time | Approx. 6-Month Contract</strong></p><p><strong>Robert Half is recruiting on behalf of our client</strong> for an experienced <strong>Interim Finance Manager</strong> to join a small but highly capable finance team on an initial <strong>6-month contract</strong>.</p><p>This is a key role with responsibility for <strong>monthly financial reporting</strong> and the <strong>day-to-day management of finance activity</strong> for the business unit. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Director and collaborate across Operations, Support, Sales, and wider group finance teams in a fast-paced, growing environment. </p><h3 id="key-responsibilities">Key responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Support the Finance Director with financial reporting</li><li>Own monthly financial reporting</li><li>Manage VAT and other tax compliance for UK and Irish entities</li><li>Act as main contact for the external audit</li><li>Coordinate information for annual R&D claims</li><li>Oversee and sign off monthly payroll</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements</li></ul><h3 id="about-you">About you:</h3><ul><li>Qualified accountant or qualified by experience</li><li>Strong financial reporting and technical accounting awareness</li><li>Able to work both hands-on and strategically</li><li>Proactive and collaborative in approach</li><li>Strong IT skills, including process automation</li><li>Experience in a PE Backed business a huge advantage </li><li>Experience in a tech business would be ideal</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for an <strong>interim assignment with predominantly remote working</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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi4wNDYwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Accounts Clerk</strong><br /><strong>Location: Halifax</strong><br /><strong>Job Type: Interim / Temporary to Permanent</strong><br /><strong>Work Pattern: Office-Based</strong></p><p>Robert Half are currently recruiting for an <strong>Interim Accounts Clerk</strong> to join a <strong>fast-growing business in Halifax</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for an immediate start within a busy and supportive office environment.</p><p>This is a <strong>fully office-based role</strong>, and due to location and accessibility, candidates <strong>must have access to their own transport</strong>.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities may include:</strong></p><ul><li>Processing purchase and sales ledger invoices</li><li>Bank reconciliations</li><li>Assisting with payment allocations</li><li>Supporting month-end finance processes</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and data entry</li><li>Handling general accounts administration duties</li></ul><p><strong>Key requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in an Accounts Clerk or similar finance support role</li><li>Strong Excel skills, including confidence using formulas and spreadsheets</li><li>High levels of accuracy and attention to detail</li><li>Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Own transport is essential</li><li>Available to start at short notice</li></ul><p>This role may offer the potential to <strong>move from temporary to permanent</strong> for the right candidate, making it a great opportunity to join a business during an exciting period of growth.</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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi4xODM5OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Treasury Manager </strong><br /><strong>Length:</strong> 6 months<br /><strong>Start:</strong> ASAP<br /><strong>Commitment:</strong> Likely 2 days per week</p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Treasury professional</strong> to provide short-term specialist support to a Group Finance Director and help safeguard the Group's liquidity and financial risk position.</p><p>This is a hands-on interim assignment focused on leading <strong>cash, funding and foreign exchange activities</strong>, while ensuring robust treasury controls and compliance with Group Treasury Policy.</p><h3 id="key-responsibilities">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead and manage the FX hedging strategy for USD exposure, including an annual requirement of approximately <strong>USD 140m</strong>.</li><li>Ensure effective mitigation of foreign exchange risk and support the availability of funds required by the business.</li><li>Monitor and manage treasury exposures including: <ul><li>interest rate risk</li><li>foreign exchange risk</li><li>liquidity risk</li></ul></li><li>Use hedging strategies where appropriate in line with policy.</li><li>Oversee the Group's daily cash position and ensure sufficient liquidity is available to meet operational and financial commitments.</li><li>Provide clear, reliable and effective treasury insight to the Group Finance Director.</li><li>Ensure all Group Treasury activities are managed in accordance with the Group Treasury Policy.</li><li>Maintain strong treasury controls and support sound decision-making across treasury operations.</li></ul><h3 id="about-you">About You</h3><ul><li>3-5 years' experience in a treasury management or treasury lead role.</li><li>Strong specialist treasury experience, ideally supported by <strong>ACA, ACCA or CIMA</strong> qualification</li><li>Proven experience operating at a managerial level with accountability for decisions, controls and outcomes.</li><li>Hands-on experience managing material <strong>USD foreign exchange exposure</strong>.</li><li>Direct experience managing annual cash flows or currency requirements of a comparable scale, ideally at least <strong>USD 75m-100m</strong>, with the capability to manage a <strong>USD 140m</strong> annual requirement confidently.</li><li>Comfortable working independently in an interim capacity and adding value quickly.</li></ul><h3 id="additional-information">Additional Information</h3><p>This role can be predominantly remote but you may be required to spend some time in the clients North Leeds based office. </p><p>If you are available at short notice and bring strong treasury and FX hedging expertise, we would be keen to hear from you.</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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi4wNzg0Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for an Interim Finance Manager to join a PE-backed business in Leeds that has just made it's first major acquisition.</p><p>This acquisition which is due to complete imminently in Leeds, will create an immediate requirement for a hands-on finance professional who can establish robust financial processes, integrate systems and provide high-quality financial reporting from day one.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the CFO, you will take ownership of the finance function and be responsible for implementing new financial controls and set of management accounts.</p><p>Other duties will include: </p><ul><li>Implementing Xero and ensuring finance systems are fit for purpose</li><li>Producing monthly management accounts from scratch</li><li>Establishing financial controls and governance processes</li><li>Improving the quality and timeliness of management information</li><li>Providing accurate financial insight to support decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Immediately available and able to start at short notice</li><li>Experienced Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Interim Finance Lead</li><li>Strong knowledge of Xero implementation and process improvement beneficial</li><li>Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills</li><li>Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£350-£4000 per day (Outside IR35)</li><li>Immediate start available</li><li>Initial interim assignment with potential for longer-term opportunities</li><li>Exposure to a high-growth, PE-backed buy-and-build environment</li><li>Leeds-based role with flexibility around working arrangements</li></ul><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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjgwMTY3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h1> </h1>We are seeking an experienced Interim Director of People & Culture for a highly regarded further education college in Lancashire. This is an interim/fixed term assignment commencing as soon as possible, for approximately 12 months.<br><p>Reporting to the Principal & CEO, you will provide strategic leadership and professional assurance across the people agenda, working closely with the Senior Management Team and Corporation Board.</p><h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ul><li><p>Lead the People & Culture strategy, workforce planning and organisational development.</p></li><li><p>Manage complex employee relations matters, employment tribunals and trade union relationships, particularly UCU.</p></li><li><p>Oversee HR and payroll system implementation and integration, including People First.</p></li><li><p>Ensure robust employment safeguarding practices, including oversight of the Single Central Record.</p></li><li><p>Support teaching staff capability, performance management and leadership development.</p></li><li><p>Improve organisational culture, employee engagement and staff morale.</p></li><li><p>Lead organisational change and advise senior leaders and governors at executive and board level.</p></li></ul><h3>About you</h3><p>You will be an experienced senior HR leader with the credibility and judgement to operate at executive level from day one.</p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li><p>Significant senior HR or People leadership experience in a complex organisation.</p></li><li><p>Strong expertise in trade union relations, particularly UCU, employment tribunals and complex employee relations.</p></li><li><p>Experience of HR and payroll systems, safeguarding, workforce planning and organisational change.</p></li><li><p>The ability to influence senior leaders and governors while improving culture, engagement and performance.</p></li><li><p>Excellent stakeholder management, communication and leadership skills.</p></li></ul><h3>Assignment requirements</h3><ul><li><p>Available to commence at short notice</p></li><li><p>Able to commit to a 12-month assignment</p></li><li><p>Comfortable working on site at the college campus in Lancashire</p></li></ul><p>Appointment will be subject to satisfactory employment and health checks, including an appropriate DBS check.</p><br> <br><br><br><p> </p> <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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjI0NTU1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">