<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join a growing finance team within a well‑established business in Leeds, West Yorkshire.</p><p>This is a broad, hands‑on role suited to someone who is comfortable owning day‑to‑day finance processes and enjoys getting involved across a wide range of ad hoc accounting duties. The role will particularly suit candidates with solid experience in payroll and purchase ledger, who are keen to build wider accounting exposure over time.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Ownership and processing of payroll, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Full purchase ledger responsibility, including supplier reconciliations and payment runs</li><li>Assisting with month‑end close, journals and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Supporting management accounts preparation</li><li>Handling a variety of ad hoc finance tasks as required across the team</li><li>Working closely with senior finance colleagues to support reporting and controls</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar transactional accounting role</li><li>Strong background in payroll and purchase ledger</li><li>Comfortable working in a varied role with changing priorities</li><li>Detail‑oriented, well organised and dependable</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£35,000-£40,000 salary (dependent on experience)</li><li>Exposure to a wide range of finance responsibilities</li><li>Opportunity to develop beyond transactional accounting</li><li>Stable, supportive finance team 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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjE4OTEwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Assistant Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>£35,000-£40,000 | Leeds | Varied & busy role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join a growing finance team within a well‑established business in West Yorkshire.</p><p>This is a broad, hands‑on role suited to someone who is comfortable owning day‑to‑day finance processes and enjoys getting involved across a wide range of ad hoc accounting duties. The role will particularly suit candidates with solid experience in payroll and purchase ledger, who are keen to build wider accounting exposure over time.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Ownership and processing of payroll, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Full purchase ledger responsibility, including supplier reconciliations and payment runs</li><li>Assisting with month‑end close, journals and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Supporting management accounts preparation</li><li>Handling a variety of ad hoc finance tasks as required across the team</li><li>Working closely with senior finance colleagues to support reporting and controls</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar transactional accounting role</li><li>Strong background in payroll and purchase ledger</li><li>Comfortable working in a varied role with changing priorities</li><li>Detail‑oriented, well organised and dependable</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£35,000-£40,000 salary (dependent on experience)</li><li>Exposure to a wide range of finance responsibilities</li><li>Opportunity to develop beyond transactional accounting</li><li>Stable, supportive finance team 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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjg2MjU5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half, acting as a recruitment business, is seeking an experienced Part-Time Bookkeeper/ Accounts Assistant for a growing retail business based in Burley, Leeds. This interim position is offered on a 12-month basis, providing the opportunity for the successful candidate to select working hours that best fit their individual needs.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Full management of purchase and sales ledgers</li><li>Execution of regular bank reconciliations</li><li>Production of accounts to trial balance</li></ul><p>The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the above areas, as well as competence in using popular accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage. Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines independently are essential.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic and expanding retail business while benefiting from true flexibility.</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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi4xOTg0Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>We are supporting a Manchester infrastructure management consultancy in the appointment of a Planner. The organisation is dynamic, collaborative, and purpose-driven, focused on delivering a once-in-a-generation infrastructure programme that will benefit millions of customers across the North West of England. It fosters a proactive, supportive, and high-performance culture and seeks individuals who demonstrate adaptability, initiative, and a commitment to excellence in complex project environments.</p><p>The service objective is to finance, design, construct, and maintain the infrastructure programme in accordance with good industry practice, contractual requirements, and agreed output, delivering on time, to the required quality standards, and within budget.</p><p>Principle responsibilities will be to:</p><ul><li data-section-id="1nff728" data-start="3765" data-end="3853">Ensure compliance with relevant construction obligations under the project agreement</li><li data-section-id="1qb8m7z" data-start="3854" data-end="3943">Support the project company in meeting output requirements and construction standards</li><li data-section-id="1xtt9vb" data-start="3944" data-end="4050">Coordinate with contractors and stakeholders to ensure delivery alignment with contractual obligations</li></ul><p>As a Planner you will take an integral role responsible for the following: </p><p> </p><ul data-end="4050" data-start="3765"><li data-section-id="1dwdn6h" data-start="2139" data-end="2275">Proactive identification of programme and schedule risks, including leading mitigation workshops to protect critical path activities</li><li data-section-id="1hsrkky" data-start="2276" data-end="2343">Provide "what-if" programme analysis to support decision-making</li><li data-section-id="1js1ip0" data-end="2423" data-start="2344">Manage programme data to produce leading and lagging performance indicators</li><li data-section-id="1tc9md9" data-start="2424" data-end="2528">Develop programme filters, layouts, and structured lookahead schedules (4-week and 6-month horizons)</li><li data-section-id="mqr31d" data-end="2617" data-start="2529">Verify and validate progress across design, procurement, and construction activities</li><li data-start="2618" data-end="2697" data-section-id="1bf18dd">Conduct programme integrity checks on the contractor's schedule submissions</li><li data-section-id="fro0p0" data-start="2698" data-end="2797">Support analysis and implementation of programme impacts arising from contractual change events</li><li data-start="2798" data-end="2879" data-section-id="13rjdma">Contribute to digital, data-driven programme monitoring and reporting systems</li><li data-section-id="1guc8z4" data-start="2880" data-end="2942">Support preparation of weekly and monthly progress reports</li><li data-section-id="1oue0oi" data-start="2943" data-end="3005">Maintain and update programme trackers and reporting tools</li><li data-start="3006" data-end="3086" data-section-id="1qcg7ah">Manage programme registers and ensure robust document control of submissions</li><li data-end="3161" data-start="3087" data-section-id="1nbxesk">Maintain awareness of programme linkages to cost and commercial models</li></ul><p>YOU: </p><ul data-start="3483" data-end="3698"><li data-section-id="4mzvha" data-end="3298" data-start="3205">Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline</li><li data-section-id="17uxiv5" data-end="3337" data-start="3299">Proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6</li><li data-section-id="ijg4sz" data-end="3380" data-start="3338">Working knowledge of Microsoft Project</li><li data-section-id="1r6n6hx" data-end="3443" data-start="3381">Familiarity with Acumen Fuse (desirable but not essential)</li><li data-section-id="163h0t8" data-start="3483" data-end="3599">3+ years' experience managing large-scale programmes within infrastructure, construction, or engineering sectors</li><li data-section-id="5953k2" data-start="3600" data-end="3698">Experience in programme reporting, monitoring, and stakeholder/contractor interface management</li></ul><p>This is a long-standing project and being hired on a permanent basis, located in Manchester. </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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjY5OTI2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Accountancy and Finance is recruiting for a Financial Accountant to join a market leading business based in Leeds. </p><p>This role is central to maintaining the integrity of financial records across various general accounting functions. From collecting and analysing financial data to ensuring accuracy and completeness, your day-to-day contributions will support the organisation's commitment to excellence in financial reporting.</p><p> <strong> Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and file statutory accounts on time and in compliance with accounting standards</li><li>Prepare and submit other regulatory information as required</li><li>Review VAT returns for various entities</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with auditors, business unit management, and other stakeholders to meet deadlines</li><li>Develop and document internal accounting controls</li><li>Assist in setting up processes and procedures to improve operations</li><li>Provide guidance and support for internal and external audits (ad-hoc, quarterly, and annual)</li><li>Manage other financial responsibilities as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous Financial Accounting or VAT accounting experience </li><li>Experience with evaluating and analysing financial projects effectively</li><li>Independent worker with strong judgement and decision-making skills</li><li>Capable of working collaboratively within a team and liaising with various departments</li><li>Strong organisation, time management, and attention to deadlines</li><li>Qualified , Part-qualified or QBE Financial Accountant will be considered </li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer: </strong></p><ul><li>Salary £40,000-£55,000 DOE </li><li>Excellent benefits </li><li>Hybrid work pattern and flexible working hours </li><li>Free car parking </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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5Ljc1NjAzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="83" data-start="0">Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a well-established, privately owned infrastructure business to appoint a Group Financial Accountant.</p><p data-end="536" data-start="256">This is a key appointment within a large, multi-entity organisation operating across major UK infrastructure programmes. The business delivers complex, high-value projects nationwide and is recognised for its long-term frameworks, in-house expertise and strong leadership culture.</p><p data-end="536" data-start="256">This role offers the chance to join a sizeable, privately owned organisation with a strong order book and long-term project pipeline. You will gain exposure to senior leadership, play a central role in financial governance, and have scope to further develop both your technical and leadership capabilities.</p><h2 data-end="554" data-start="543">The Role</h2><p data-end="766" data-start="556">As Group Financial Accountant, you will take ownership of financial reporting and compliance across the group structure. This is a hands-on, technically focused position with genuine visibility at senior level.</p><p data-start="768" data-end="1075">You will oversee statutory reporting, lead the audit process, ensure tax compliance and maintain strong financial controls across multiple entities. Alongside core reporting responsibilities, you will partner with operational leaders to support sound financial governance and continuous process improvement.</p><p data-start="1077" data-end="1278">This opportunity would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys technical accounting, thrives in a structured yet evolving environment, and wants to contribute to a sizeable, project-driven organisation.</p><h2 data-start="1077" data-end="1278">Key Responsibilities:</h2><ul><li>Lead the production of statutory financial statements across group entities</li><li>Ensure full compliance with UK financial reporting and tax regulations</li><li>Oversee Corporation Tax processes and work closely with external advisors</li><li>Manage indirect tax and statutory submissions </li><li>Act as the primary contact for external auditors, coordinating the year-end audit process</li><li>Maintain oversight of general ledger activity across the group</li><li>Drive consistency in accounting treatments and chart of accounts structure</li><li>Manage the month-end close process to ensure accurate and timely reporting</li><li>Prepare consolidated financial statements including P&L, balance sheet and cashflow</li><li>Review balance sheet reconciliations and inter-company balances</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities to enhance financial processes</li><li>Provide guidance and oversight to members of the finance team</li><li>Support senior finance colleagues as required</li><li>Lead the annual R&D tax credit submission process in collaboration with operational stakeholders and advisors</li><li>Build effective relationships with senior non-financial managers, offering technical insight and financial clarity</li></ul><h2 data-end="2702" data-start="2690">Candidate Profile: </h2><ul><li>Fully qualified ACA or ACCA</li><li>Strong grounding in financial accounting and statutory reporting</li><li>Experience overseeing audits and corporate tax processes</li><li>Confident managing or mentoring finance team members</li><li>Strong Excel capability and analytical mindset</li><li>Familiarity with ERP systems used in project-led organisations.</li></ul><h2 data-start="3118" data-end="3136">What's on Offer</h2><ul data-end="3464" data-start="3138"><li data-end="3173" data-start="3138"><p data-end="3173" data-start="3140">£55,000 - £65,000 plus additional benefits</p></li></ul><p data-start="3189" data-end="3495"> </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/amFjay5jb253YXkuNjA5MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
