<p></p><h1>Interim Assistant Accountant</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Birmingham (Hybrid)<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> 3-6 Months Interim<br /> <strong>Rate:</strong> Competitive</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>We are recruiting an Interim Assistant Accountant to support a busy finance team during a period of increased workload. This is a hands-on role supporting month-end, reconciliations and payroll processing.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Assist with monthly management accounts preparation.</li><li>Perform balance sheet and bank reconciliations.</li><li>Post journals, accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end activities.</li><li>Process payroll using <strong>Sage Payroll</strong>.</li><li>Manage starters, leavers, pension submissions and payroll queries.</li><li>Support VAT returns and audit requirements.</li><li>Assist with cashflow reporting and financial analysis.</li></ul><h2>Candidate Requirements</h2><ul><li>Previous experience as an Assistant Accountant or Assistant Management Accountant.</li><li>Experience using <strong>Sage Payroll</strong> is essential.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and reconciliation experience.</li><li>AAT qualified, studying ACCA/CIMA, or qualified by experience.</li><li>Available at short notice and able to hit the ground running.</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for a varied interim assignment within a supportive and fast-paced environment.</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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzA2NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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 Company Accountant</strong><br /><strong>West Leeds | Hybrid Working | 6-Month Contract | Outside IR35</strong></p><p>Robert Half is recruiting for an <strong>Interim Company Accountant</strong> to join a <strong>small business based in West Leeds</strong> on an initial <strong>6-month contract</strong>. </p><p>This is a hands-on role focused on <strong>setting up and establishing the accounts function from scratch</strong>, with a particular emphasis on implementing robust finance processes using <strong>Xero</strong>. This is following on from a high investment in the firm from PE backers </p><p>Working closely with the business owners, the successful candidate will bring a practical, collaborative approach and be comfortable operating in a smaller business environment where flexibility and initiative are essential.</p><ul><li>Set up and establish end-to-end accounting processes for the business. </li><li>Implement and optimise <strong>Xero</strong> as the core finance system. </li><li>Develop controls, procedures and reporting to support the growth of the business. </li><li>Work closely with the business owners to provide financial insight and improve day-to-day finance operations. </li><li>Ensure the business has an efficient and scalable accounting framework in place. </li></ul><p><strong>Key requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience working with <strong>owner-managed or smaller businesses</strong>. </li><li>A track record of <strong>setting up finance or accounting processes from scratch</strong>. </li><li>Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to work autonomously. </li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with business owners. </li></ul><p>This role offers <strong>hybrid working</strong> and is <strong>likely to fall outside IR35</strong>. </p><p>If you are an experienced interim finance professional with a strong background in building accounting processes within small businesses, we would be keen to hear from you. </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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi40NTAyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.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><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></p><p><strong>Interim Finance Business Partner</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Telford (Hybrid Working Available)<br /> <strong>Rate:</strong> £400-£550 per day inside <br /> <strong>Duration:</strong> 3-6 Months</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p>We are supporting a well-established business in Telford who are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner to provide commercial finance support during a period of change and growth. This is a highly visible role, partnering with operational and senior leadership teams to drive performance, improve decision-making, and deliver meaningful financial insights.</p><p>The successful candidate will be commercially minded, hands on, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insight and challenge</li><li>Deliver weekly and monthly performance reporting and commentary</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes</li><li>Analyse revenue, margins, costs and key business drivers</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency</li><li>Build and maintain financial models to support decision making</li><li>Provide financial support on business projects and improvement initiatives</li><li>Assist with month-end activities and management accounts where required</li><li>Develop meaningful KPIs and performance dashboards</li><li>Present financial information to senior stakeholders in a clear and concise manner</li></ul><h3>Person Specification</h3><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)</li><li>Previous experience in a Finance Business Partner or Commercial Finance role</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence non-finance teams</li><li>Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capability</li><li>Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling</li><li>Comfortable working independently and adding value from day one</li><li>Strong communication and presentation skills</li><li>Experience within manufacturing, distribution, FMCG or service-led environments would be advantageous</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Immediate start available</li><li>High-profile business partnering role</li><li>Opportunity to influence key commercial decisions</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement</li><li>Dynamic and collaborative working environment</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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuODM3OTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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">
<p></p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong> to join a busy finance team on an interim basis for an initial 1-2 month assignment. This role has arisen due to changes within the team and will provide essential support across the purchase-to-pay process while the business works towards a permanent solution.</p><p>You will play a key role in maintaining efficient supplier payment processes and ensuring the smooth running of the AP function.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Managing the end-to-end purchase-to-pay process within NetSuite.</li><li>Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.</li><li>Matching, batching and coding invoices.</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries.</li><li>Preparing payment runs and ensuring suppliers are paid on time.</li><li>Liaising with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Supporting month-end activities relating to accounts payable.</li><li>Assisting with a small amount of sales invoicing where required.</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and ERP system data.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger position.</li><li>Strong understanding of ERP-based finance processes.</li><li>Experience using NetSuite would be highly advantageous.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing workloads independently.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.</li><li>Available to start at short notice.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Hybrid working arrangement with only 1 day per week in the office.</li><li>Immediate opportunity to support a busy and collaborative finance team.</li><li>Exposure to a NetSuite ERP environment.</li><li>Initial 1-2 month contract with potential for extension depending on business needs.</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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS44MTM1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">