<p></p><p>Robert Half are excited to announce and excluisve opportunity which has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a rapidly growing and highly successful South Wales business. Having expanded significantly in recent years, the organisation continues to invest in its finance function and is now looking to strengthen the team with the addition of a newly created role.</p><p>This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership, supporting financial control, management reporting, cashflow forecasting, and business performance analysis. Long-term career progression is a genuine possibility, with the business committed to developing future finance leaders.</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Initially, the role will have a strong focus on management accounting and financial control, with scope to evolve into a broader commercial finance and business partnering position as the organisation continues its growth journey.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts and reporting packs.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and financial control activities.</li><li>Fixed asset register management.</li><li>Hire purchase accounting.</li><li>Payroll-related balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Weekly cashflow forecasting and reporting.</li><li>WIP reporting and analysis.</li><li>Variance analysis and commentary.</li><li>Board pack preparation.</li><li>Overhead allocations and group recharges.</li><li>Working closely with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams.</li><li>Supporting finance process improvements and system enhancement projects.</li><li>Building strong relationships with operational stakeholders across the business.</li></ul><h2>What You'll Be Doing</h2><h3>Month-End Activities</h3><ul><li>Balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Fixed asset accounting.</li><li>Accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Hire purchase accounting.</li><li>Variance analysis.</li><li>Delivering management information within a 10-day month-end timetable.</li></ul><h3>Ongoing Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Weekly cashflow forecasting.</li><li>WIP reporting and analysis.</li><li>Supporting operational teams to improve WIP conversion and cash collection.</li><li>Business partnering with multiple operational departments.</li><li>Assisting with finance transformation and system improvement initiatives.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>The business is open to applications from:</p><ul><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) accountants.</li><li>Part-qualified accountants actively studying.</li><li>Qualified by Experience (QBE) professionals with relevant industry background.</li></ul><h3>Essential Experience</h3><ul><li>Experience within construction, contracting, maintenance, engineering, projects or a similar project-based environment.</li><li>Strong WIP accounting knowledge.</li><li>CIS experience.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP and XLOOKUP.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Experience producing management accounts and financial analysis.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>SAP exposure.</li><li>Power BI knowledge.</li><li>Contract profitability reporting.</li><li>Housing, repairs & maintenance or social housing sector experience.</li></ul><h2>Benefits</h2><ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Option to purchase up to 5 additional holidays.</li><li>Enhanced pension scheme (3% employee / 5% employer).</li><li>Free on-site parking.</li><li>Death in Service benefit.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.</li><li>Occupational sick pay.</li><li>Private medical cover (after qualifying service).</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement.</li></ul><h2>Career Development</h2><p>This is more than just a Management Accountant role. The position has been created to support a growing finance team and offers a clear pathway into Finance Manager and Senior Finance Manager level positions over the coming years for the right individual.</p><p>If you're looking to join an ambitious business where you can make a real impact while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you.</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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuNjMwMjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><p>Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with DEEP Manufacturing to recruit a newly created Financial Controller position on a permanent basis to be based in Avonmouth, Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapid scale business, built from a much needed innovation within the manufacturing space. Reporting to the CFO, you will play an active role in the building of processes, controls and systems alongside people as the business grows - this role will build the foundation of a finance function in a fast paced environment.</p><p> </p><p>The Financial Controller position will play a pivotal role in establishing the finance function for DEEP Manufacturing as it transitions to a standalone entity from the group structure. You will deliver robust day-to-day finance activities whilst actively driving new and improved processes and systems.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About DEEP Manufacturing…</strong></p><p>DEEP Manufacturing specializes in the rapid production of large, high-integrity metal components. From its facilities in Bristol, UK, and Houston, U.S., it operates one of the world's largest concentrations of Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) systems - delivering speed, scale and quality of production.</p><p>When DEEP set out to build a new generation of subsea human habitats, it found traditional manufacturing processes fell short on total cost, lead times and material waste. DEEP Manufacturing was launched to produce underwater pressure vessels for human occupancy. Today, its capacity and capability in large metal part production is offered to other customers in any industry, anywhere in the world.</p><p><strong>The Financial Controller Role…</strong></p><ul><li>Own the monthly management accounts process and associated reporting</li><li>Balance Sheet control and reconciliations</li><li>Preparation of statutory accounts and support the audit process</li><li>Assist with transfer pricing and intercompany arrangements</li><li>Support with VAT, corporation tax and other tax requirements with support of external providers</li><li>Business partnering with non-finance stakeholders within the manufacturing space guiding on performance, productivity, inventory, stock control, labour efficiency and CAPEX</li><li>Own standard costing, inventory accounting and WIP</li><li>Build scalable finance processes, ERP optimisation and adoption of necessary tools for a best in class function</li><li>As the business scales, recruit and develop a purpose built team offering clear routes for progression</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you…</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong technical accounting experience (UK GAAP, IFRS)</li><li>Experience within ERP optimisation and utilisation</li><li>Evidence of working within a start-up/scale up environment</li><li>Strong working knowledge of manufacturing principles and accounting</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on offer…</strong></p><ul><li>£80,000 to £90,000 per annum base salary</li><li>20% discretionary bonus</li><li>Enhanced pension (9% employer contribution)</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>On-site catering</li><li>On-site gym</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC43Njg4Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful, personable business where you'll play a key role within the finance function, working closely with the Finance Director and wider business. You'll join an accounts team of five and take responsibility for two direct reports, giving you the opportunity to combine hands-on accounting with team leadership, commercial partnering and process improvement.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of the monthly management accounting process and play an important role in providing accurate financial information and commercial insight to the wider business.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Producing end-to-end monthly management accounts, ensuring completion within one week of month end</li><li>Preparing and distributing associated financial reporting in a timely manner</li><li>Ensuring all balance sheet and control accounts are fully reconciled each month, including intercompany accounts</li><li>Investigating and resolving variances promptly</li><li>Working closely with departments across the business to track expenditure against budget and forecast</li><li>Business partnering with operational managers to understand financial trends and support effective cost control</li><li>Providing meaningful financial insight to support business decisions, development and profitability</li><li>Supporting the development and automation of regular reporting</li><li>Producing and monitoring KPI reporting</li><li>Supporting group reporting requirements for the parent company</li><li>Managing and developing two direct reports</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for an experienced <strong>Management Accountant or Finance Manager</strong> who is comfortable working in an SME environment and has experience supervising or managing a small team.</p><p>You'll ideally have experience within a <strong>manufacturing, product-based or supplier environment</strong>, although this isn't essential.</p><p>You'll also bring:</p><ul><li>Strong management accounting experience</li><li>Previous experience supervising or managing a small finance team</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines</li><li>Good Microsoft Office/Excel skills</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>A collaborative, team-focused approach</li><li>A positive, hands-on <strong>"can do"</strong> attitude</li><li>The confidence to work with stakeholders across the wider business</li><li>A commercially minded approach to finance</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/SGFycnkuR2lic29uLjUxNjc0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Commercial Project Finance Business Partner for an expanding services organisation in Cardiff</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Commercial Project Finance Business Partner</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cardiff</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £45,000 to 60,000</p><p><strong>Reporting to:</strong> Finance Manager</p><p><strong>Sector:</strong> IT Services</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are looking for a commercially minded <strong>Project Finance Business Partner</strong> to join our finance team within a growing services business.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a <strong>part-qualified or newly qualified accountant</strong> looking to develop their commercial finance and business partnering experience in a project-led environment.</p><p>Working closely with project managers, account managers, operational teams and senior stakeholders, you will provide financial insight and support to help ensure projects are delivered profitably, revenue and costs are accurately forecast, and commercial opportunities and risks are clearly understood.</p><p>Alongside your project finance responsibilities, you will play an important role in supporting the <strong>monthly management accounts process</strong>, gaining broad exposure to financial reporting and the wider finance function.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Project Finance & Commercial Business Partnering</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the finance business partner to project and operational teams, providing financial insight and support throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Work closely with Project Managers and Account Managers to understand project performance, budgets, forecasts and commercial drivers.</li><li>Monitor project revenue, costs, margins, utilisation and profitability against budget and forecast.</li><li>Support the preparation and review of project budgets and financial forecasts.</li><li>Identify and communicate financial risks, opportunities and variances, helping operational teams understand their financial impact.</li><li>Provide regular financial analysis and commentary on project performance.</li><li>Support project managers with financial decision-making, including resource planning, subcontractor costs, project expenditure and margin management.</li><li>Review project financial performance and challenge assumptions where appropriate.</li><li>Assist with project set-up, ensuring appropriate financial controls, budgets and reporting structures are in place.</li><li>Support the identification and management of unbilled revenue, accrued costs, work in progress and other project-related accounting items.</li><li>Assist with revenue recognition and ensuring project accounting is consistent with company policies and accounting standards.</li><li>Support commercial reviews, including analysis of project profitability, contract performance and potential change requests.</li><li>Develop strong relationships with non-finance stakeholders and help improve financial awareness across the business.</li></ul><p><strong>Monthly Management Accounts</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with the preparation of the monthly management accounts.</li><li>Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments and project-related adjustments.</li><li>Support balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with revenue and cost analysis and ensure transactions are recorded accurately in the appropriate accounting periods.</li><li>Prepare monthly variance analysis against budget and forecast.</li><li>Produce supporting schedules and management information for month-end reporting.</li><li>Provide clear commentary on key movements and financial performance.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of monthly reporting packs for senior management.</li><li>Contribute to improving the accuracy, efficiency and timeliness of the month-end process.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Analysis & Continuous Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Produce ad hoc financial analysis to support commercial and operational decision-making.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models, reports and dashboards.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting.</li><li>Help develop more consistent project reporting and forecasting processes across the business.</li><li>Support finance and wider business projects as required.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone who is <strong>commercially curious, analytical and keen to develop their career in a business partnering environment</strong>.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Part-qualified or newly qualified accounting status, such as <strong>ACA, ACCA or CIMA</strong>.</li><li>Experience within a commercial finance, management accounting, project accounting or finance business partnering environment.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets.</li><li>Good understanding of management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li></ul><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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjM0MDY1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><p><strong>Finance Manager</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Taunton (Hybrid Working Available)<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive + Excellent Benefits</p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be supporting an exciting and growing Taunton-based organisation in the search for a qualified accountant to join their leadership team in this pivotal role. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to take ownership of a broad finance remit, partnering closely with senior stakeholders while leading a small finance team.</p><p>This position offers significant exposure across the business, combining financial leadership, commercial insight and operational support to help drive performance and support future growth.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p>Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality finance function, supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring robust financial management across the organisation.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead, coach and develop a small finance team.</li><li>Deliver budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.</li><li>Partner with senior leaders and budget holders to provide financial insight and support decision-making.</li><li>Produce and analyse management information, identifying trends, risks and opportunities.</li><li>Lead budget reviews and challenge performance to drive accountability and value for money.</li><li>Support the preparation of statutory accounts, audits and regulatory returns.</li><li>Ensure strong financial controls, governance and compliance frameworks are maintained.</li><li>Oversee revenue management, invoicing and cash collection activities.</li><li>Support commercial decision-making, including pricing, costing and contract evaluations.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, systems and reporting.</li><li>Contribute to business change and cross-functional projects with a financial impact.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience in a finance leadership, finance manager, business partnering or financial controller capacity.</li><li>Strong budgeting, forecasting and management reporting experience.</li><li>Ability to influence and build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Commercially minded with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Strong people management skills, with experience developing and mentoring teams.</li><li>Comfortable working in a dynamic and collaborative environment.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>A competitive salary and excellent benefits package.</li><li>Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.</li><li>Opportunity to play a key role within a respected and growing organisation.</li><li>Broad remit with exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects.</li><li>Supportive culture with genuine opportunities for professional development and progression.</li></ul><p>For more information or to apply confidentially, please contact - </p><p>Andy Troup </p><p> </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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4yNDc1MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Finance Manager within Outsourced Business Services</p><p> </p><p>Location: Cardiff</p><p>Salary: £40,000-£55,000, depending on experience and seniority</p><p>Working pattern: Primarily office-based with flexible/agile working available</p><p>The Opportunity</p><p>An established and growing professional services organisation is looking for an experienced Account Manager / Accounting Manager to join its Outsourced Business Services team in Cardiff.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients, lead a small team, and play a key role in delivering high-quality outsourced finance solutions.</p><p>You will oversee the delivery of management accounts, statutory financial statements and day-to-day finance support, while building strong client relationships and ensuring work is delivered accurately, efficiently, on time and within budget.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Manage a diverse portfolio of moderately complex clients, with minimal supervision.</p><p>Oversee a small team delivering outsourced finance functions across approximately 30-40 clients.</p><p>Ensure the timely and accurate production of management accounts and year-end statutory financial statements.</p><p>Act as a key point of contact for clients, leading meetings and developing long-term, trusted relationships.</p><p>Take responsibility for financial performance, including WIP, debt, billing, recoveries and budgets.</p><p>Manage and resolve day-to-day client queries and provide proactive financial support.</p><p>Mentor, coach and support junior team members, contributing to their development and progression.</p><p>Work closely with audit and corporate tax teams to provide a joined-up service to clients.</p><p>Identify opportunities for business development, including leads, cross-selling and proposals.</p><p>Contribute to process improvements and the introduction of technology and more efficient ways of working.</p><p>Potentially take responsibility for the training and development of one or more trainees or team members.</p><p>About You</p><p>We're looking for an experienced accounting professional who is confident dealing with clients, managing workloads and supporting a team.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><p>AAT, ACA or ACCA qualification, or be AAT qualified with relevant experience.</p><p>Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple client deadlines.</p><p> </p><p>.</p><p>The organisation offers:</p><p>Competitive salary of £40,000-£55,000, depending on experience and seniority.</p><p>Flexible/agile working arrangements.</p><p>Private medical cover.</p><p>Pension matching.</p><p>Enhanced parental leave.</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjg3OTg3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p class="x12ofw9d">Robert Half Finance and Accounting are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to join an established manufacturing business based in Gloucester for a minimum of 6 months, potentially up to 12 months.</p><p class="x12ofw9d">This is a hands-on role, for an experienced finance professional with previous industry experience, strong management accounting skills and a proven ability to lead and develop a finance team.</p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Start date: </strong>ASAP </p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Duration: </strong>Minimum 6 months, with potential to 12 months </p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Money: </strong>£50,000 - £60,000 (DOE)</p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Location: </strong>Gloucester, office based </p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Role: </strong>Finance Manager </p><p class="x12ofw9d"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul class="x12ofw9d"><li>Lead, manage and develop the finance team, overseeing day-to-day activities</li><li>Oversee the preparation and production of monthly management accounts</li><li>Review financial results, investigate variances against budget and forecast, and provide meaningful commentary on performance</li><li>Support the month-end close process</li><li>Monitor costs, margins and operational performance, with a particular focus on manufacturing-related financial metrics</li><li>Work closely with operational and senior management teams</li><li>Ensure robust financial controls and processes are maintained across the business</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, efficiencies and the overall effectiveness of the finance function</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul class="x12ofw9d"><li>Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior management accounting role</li><li>Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment is essential</li><li>Experience of producing and reviewing monthly management accounts</li><li>Previous experience line managing, motivating and developing a finance team.</li><li>A hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to hit the ground running </li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Fully qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience candidates will be considered, depending on relevant experience</li></ul><h2 class="x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb"> </h2><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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjgxODcwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently supporting a longstanding client who need an experienced Finance Manager to join them for a period of 12 months on a fixed term contract basis. This opportunity is based in central Bristol with hybrid working + Flexible working hours.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Finance Manager </p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>12 months </p><p><strong>Start date: </strong>ASAP/Can wait for notice </p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Central Bristol </p><p><strong>Money: </strong>£45,000 - £60,000 (DOE)</p><p><strong>Working hours & Hybrid: </strong>37.5 hours weekly with flexible working hours and hybrid of 2-3 days per week in the office </p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function, with a primary focus on accounts payable.</li><li>Line manage and support a small team, taking a hands-on approach and providing guidance and assistance where needed.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable processes across the business, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, supplier payments and account reconciliations.</li><li>Manage the accounts payable month-end close and prepare weekly creditor analysis reports.</li><li>Monitor team performance, KPIs and service levels, ensuring compliance with financial controls, policies and procedures.</li><li>Support petty cash analysis and the management of expenses.</li><li>Liaise with wider business teams to support financial operations and reporting.</li><li>Build strong working relationships with Directors, Senior Executives and other key stakeholders.</li><li>Support finance activities across multiple entities and international operations, working with relevant business partners as required.</li><li>Provide practical support across transactional activities when required, ensuring the team operates effectively and efficiently.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience managing a finance, transactional finance or accounts payable team.</li><li>Proven line management experience, with a supportive and collaborative leadership style.</li><li>Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, financial controls and month-end procedures.</li><li>A hands-on approach, with a willingness to get involved in day-to-day activities and support the team when needed.</li><li>Ability to think on your feet, use initiative and respond effectively to changing priorities.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including confidence dealing with Directors and Senior Executives.</li><li>Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple entities or business areas.</li><li>Strong Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs and XLOOKUPs.</li><li>A proactive approach to problem-solving, process improvement and team development.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Experience & Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Experience within the construction, property or professional services sector</li><li>Experience supporting international finance operations</li><li>Experience using Workday or similar ERP systems</li><li>AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA</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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjgxNTg0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.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">
<p>Robert Half are partnering with a long-standing client based in North Bristol to recruit an SME Finance Manager on a 12-month FTC.</p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Finance Manager</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£45K - £50K</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> North Bristol</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 12 Month FTC</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Hours: </strong>36.25 hours per week</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Hybrid: </strong>Three days in and two days WFH<br /> </p><p><strong>Job Duties</strong>:</p><ul><li>Preparation of Management Accounts</li><li>Identify and resolve reconciliation issues.</li><li>Provide Support to the Transactional team</li><li>Calculate and post manual provisions such as accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Manage VAT return preparation and related reconciliations.</li><li>Support cashflow forecasting through accurate tracking of payments, income, costs, and project-level cash metrics.</li><li>Assist with budget/forecast preparation, including reconciliation checks for completeness and accuracy</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Professional qualifications (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) are welcome but not essential experience is key</li><li>Previous experience in a similar role and ideally within an SME environment</li></ul><p>For more information on this role please apply online or email your CV </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/bGV3aXMueW91bmcuMTIyNTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Robert Half are proud to be supporting an organisation within the education sector, based near Bath, with the recruitment of an interim finance director.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">This is a fantastic opportunity for newly created role reporting to board level, ideal for a candidate with previous experience within the sector at head of finance, financial controller or finance director level.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 months minimum - opportunity for extension.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Daily rate:</strong> Up to £400pd (Inside IR35)</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Start date:</strong> Early/Mid-October</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Hybrid:</strong> 3 days onsite, 2 remote.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Location:</strong> Near Bath.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Reporting to board level, you will take responsibility for the following:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Production of monthly management accounts</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Cashflow forecasting and treasury management</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Bank covenant monitoring and compliance reporting</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Oversight of payroll for 400-500 employees</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Management of sales ledger, purchase ledger and debt collection</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Responsibility for cash and investment management</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* VAT returns and Corporation Tax compliance</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Management of the external audit process</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Insurance claims administration</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Attendance at Finance Committee meetings and preparation of associated reports</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Supporting the implementation of a new HR and payroll system</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">This role suits a candidate that is a qualified accountant and can hit the ground running on the above responsibilities.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400 or apply directly to this advert.</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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjU3MjM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Manufacturing | Port Talbot, South Wales</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Port Talbot, South Wales<br /> <strong>Reporting to:</strong> Financial Controller</p><p><strong>An exciting opportunity to join a growing manufacturing business:</strong></p><p>Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking to develop your career in management accounting within a fast-paced manufacturing environment?</p><p>We are seeking a motivated, analytical and detail-oriented <strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong> to join our finance team at our manufacturing operation in Port Talbot.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers but also wants to understand the bigger commercial picture. You will play an important role in providing accurate financial information, analysing manufacturing costs and helping the business improve operational efficiency and profitability.</p><p>Working closely with the Finance team and colleagues across Production, Procurement, Engineering and Operations, you will gain valuable exposure to the financial and operational drivers of a manufacturing business. You will be encouraged to challenge variances, identify opportunities for improvement and turn financial data into meaningful business insight.</p><p>We are looking for someone who is proactive, curious and keen to make a difference, with the ambition to develop their management accounting skills and contribute to the continued success of the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role: </strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Manager or Management Accountant, you will support the preparation of monthly management accounts, manufacturing cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.</p><p>You will work closely with operational teams to understand production performance, investigate cost variances and ensure that stock, work in progress and manufacturing costs are accurately recorded and reported.</p><p>This is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to develop both your technical accounting expertise and your commercial understanding of manufacturing operations.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Management accounts and financial reporting</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Assist with the preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li>Prepare journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Analyse actual performance against budgets, forecasts and prior periods.</li><li>Produce financial reports and clear commentary explaining key movements and variances.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring reporting deadlines are achieved.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>Manufacturing cost accounting:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Monitor and analyse raw material, direct labour and manufacturing overhead costs.</li><li>Assist with product costing, standard costing and cost of sales calculations.</li><li>Investigate material price and usage variances, labour efficiency and production overhead variances.</li><li>Analyse scrap, waste, rework and production losses to identify opportunities for cost reduction.</li><li>Monitor production costs and, where relevant, cost per unit or tonne produced.</li><li>Work with operational managers to understand cost movements and improve manufacturing performance.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>Stock and inventory control:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Assist with stock valuation, work-in-progress reporting and inventory reconciliations.</li><li>Support periodic and year-end stock counts, investigating discrepancies and unusual movements.</li><li>Monitor slow-moving, obsolete and excess stock.</li><li>Reconcile goods received not invoiced and investigate outstanding items.</li><li>Work with Warehouse, Procurement and Production teams to improve inventory accuracy and control.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>Budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Support the annual budgeting process and regular financial forecasts.</li><li>Monitor departmental expenditure against approved budgets.</li><li>Assist with forecasting material costs, labour, energy, maintenance and other operating expenses.</li><li>Investigate significant variances and provide insight into the financial performance of the business.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve cost control, efficiency and profitability.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>Business partnering and continuous improvement:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Build effective working relationships with Production, Engineering, Procurement, Warehouse and Commercial teams.</li><li>Provide financial information that helps non-finance colleagues understand business performance.</li><li>Support investment appraisals and capital expenditure monitoring where required.</li><li>Contribute to improvements in financial reporting, accounting processes and internal controls.</li><li>Undertake ad hoc analysis and reporting to support the Finance team and wider business.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone who combines sound accounting knowledge with strong analytical skills, commercial awareness and a genuine interest in understanding how a manufacturing business operates.</p><p>You will be organised, proactive and comfortable working to deadlines. You will also have the confidence to investigate discrepancies, ask questions and work collaboratively with colleagues across the business.</p><p><strong>Essential skills and experience:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Experience in a finance or accounting role, ideally with exposure to management accounts, month-end processes or financial analysis.</li><li>AAT qualified or part-qualified, or actively studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ACA; equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.</li><li>A good understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations and financial reporting.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving.</li><li>The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.</li><li>Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across different departments.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>Desirable experience:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Experience within manufacturing, engineering or another operationally focused business.</li><li>Exposure to manufacturing cost accounting, standard costing, stock valuation or work in progress.</li><li>Experience using ERP or accounting systems such as SAP, Sage or Microsoft Dynamics.</li><li>An understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cost centre reporting and variance analysis.</li></ul></ol><p> </p><p><strong>Most importantly, we are looking for someone with the right attitude, a willingness to learn and the motivation to develop into a strong management accounting professional.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>What we offer:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>The opportunity to develop your career within a manufacturing finance environment.</li><li>Exposure to manufacturing operations, product costing and commercial decision-making.</li><li>The chance to work closely with experienced finance and operational professionals.</li><li>Opportunities to broaden your management accounting and business partnering skills.</li><li>A role where your analysis and recommendations can make a tangible difference to business performance.</li><li>A supportive environment in which to build your technical knowledge and professional qualifications.</li></ul></ol><p> </p><p>Salary, pension, annual leave, study support and other benefits will be confirmed as part of the recruitment process.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p>This is more than a traditional finance role. You will have the opportunity to understand the relationship between financial performance and manufacturing operations, develop commercially valuable skills and contribute directly to better business decisions.</p><p>If you are looking for a role where you can build your expertise, take ownership of your work and progress your career in management accounting, we would welcome your application.</p><p> </p><p><strong>How to apply:</strong></p><p>If you have the accounting knowledge, analytical mindset and enthusiasm to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you.</p><p>Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience, qualifications and interest in the position.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Apply now to take the next step in your finance career.</strong></p><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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS40MTM4Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1>Accountant</h1><p style="text-align: justify;" class="isSelectedEnd">An established and successful professional services business is looking to appoint an Accountant to join its finance team. This is a varied role offering a strong level of autonomy, responsibility and exposure to senior management, while also providing the support and development needed for someone looking to progress their career. You will work closely with the Finance Director and wider management team, taking responsibility for a broad range of accounting activities and helping to ensure the finance function operates accurately, efficiently and effectively. The role would suit an Accountant who enjoys a varied environment, is comfortable taking ownership and is keen to develop their wider commercial and financial skills.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Managing the day-to-day accounting processes across the business.</li><li>Supervising and supporting members of the transactional finance team.</li><li>Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process.</li><li>Assisting with cash-flow management and financial planning.</li><li>Monitoring income, expenditure and business performance.</li><li>Preparing regular reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records.</li><li>Overseeing purchase ledger and sales ledger activity.</li><li>Supporting year-end accounts preparation.</li><li>Liaising with external accountants, auditors and other professional advisers.</li><li>Preparing and monitoring VAT and other statutory financial returns.</li><li>Supporting payroll and pension processes where required.</li><li>Maintaining appropriate financial controls and procedures.</li><li>Reviewing and reconciling key balance sheet accounts.</li><li>Providing financial information and analysis to senior management.</li><li>Supporting the business with financial and commercial queries.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve processes, systems and efficiencies.</li><li>Helping to introduce and develop the use of technology across the finance function.</li><li>Supporting financial projects and other ad hoc requirements.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for someone who is organised, commercially aware and highly accurate, with the confidence to take ownership of their work.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience in an Accountant, Management Accountant or similar finance role.</li><li>Experience within a professional services or multi-site environment would be advantageous.</li><li>A strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.</li><li>Experience preparing management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Good Excel skills and confidence working with accounting systems.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.</li><li>The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>A proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.</li><li>The confidence to work with senior stakeholders.</li><li>A high level of discretion and confidentiality.</li><li>The ability to work collaboratively and provide support across the wider finance team.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">You may be ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified or part-qualified, although applications will also be considered from experienced AAT-qualified or qualified-by-experience candidates who can demonstrate the appropriate level of technical knowledge.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Experience working within a regulated professional services environment would be advantageous.</p><h3>What's on Offer?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative working environment.</li><li>Genuine opportunities for professional development and progression.</li><li>Broad exposure across the finance function.</li><li>Regular interaction with senior management.</li><li>A varied role with the opportunity to take ownership and make improvements to existing processes.</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/SGFycnkuR2lic29uLjkyMjM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">Robert Half is working with a fast-growing, acquisitive group to appoint a Financial Controller on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The group has grown through acquisitions and on its own and is going through a large transformation project.</p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> </p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Financial Controller - Transformation & Projects (12-month FTC)</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Bristol </li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Hybrid (3 days on site) </li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">£75,000 - £95,000 + 10% bonus</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Start date: December 1st or January 1st</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">You'll report to senior finance leadership and look after a portfolio of businesses while they go through this transformational change. The job combines core financial control with hands-on transformation work:</p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> </p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Delivering month end, management accounts and forecasting within group deadlines</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Supporting a new cloud ERP rollout</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Keeping the balance sheet sound through monthly reconciliations and reviews</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Preparing budgets and forecasts for P&L, balance sheet and cash flow</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Managing the annual audit with the external auditors</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Leading a small finance team</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Turning commercial reporting from Excel into supported system solutions</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Improving commercial insight and supporting the evaluation of new business initiatives</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.75in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">You'll also get exposure to IT, projects, commercial finance, customs and VAT/tax.</p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">About you:</p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> </p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Degree-educated and ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, with 5+ years' post-qualification experience</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Background in a large or complex organisation; any sector considered</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Experience managing a team</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Experience of system implementation; Business Central, NAV or similar is a plus</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Adaptable and hands-on, and comfortable working through change with little direction</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Good at building relationships across finance and the wider business</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.75in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;">To find out more, apply now or contact Ben Williams at Robert Half Bristol for a confidential conversation.</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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjg4Njk1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a well-established Bristol-based charity to appoint a Director of Finance & Operations, covering maternity leave.</p><p>You'll sit on the Senior Management Team, act as strategic lead for finance, operations and grant-making, and report directly to the CEO being equally comfortable in the Boardroom and close to operational detail.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Bristol - hybrid 2 days onsite.</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>circa £75,000</p><p><strong>Reporting to: </strong>Chief Executive Officer</p><p><strong>Duration</strong>: 12 month FTC</p><p><strong>Direct reports: </strong>Financial Controller, Head of Grants, Head of Operations</p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, management accounts and month-end close, reporting into the Finance & Grants and Audit Committees.</li><li>Lead risk, governance and policy - including company secretary duties and Board/committee papers.</li><li>Act as HR lead, overseeing payroll, pay and staff wellbeing.</li><li>Manage investment portfolios and a portfolio of let properties, including rent reviews and lease renewals.</li><li>Run the year-end audit and SORP-compliant statutory accounts.</li><li>Oversee IT and operational projects, and line-manage a Financial Controller, Head of Operations and Head of Grants.</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant with senior/Director-level experience in the charity sector - essential, to hit the ground running.</li><li>Confident presenting to Trustees and Boards, and translating finance for non-finance audiences.</li><li>Strong, adaptable people leader - comfortable managing a varied team through a period of change.</li><li>Working knowledge of charity SORP and UK charity governance.</li></ul><p>For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400 or apply directly to this advert.</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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjAxNDUwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a well-established Bristol-based charity to appoint a Director of Finance & Operations, covering maternity leave.</p><p>You'll sit on the Senior Management Team, act as strategic lead for finance, operations and grant-making, and report directly to the CEO - equally comfortable in the Boardroom and close to operational detail.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Bristol - hybrid 2 days onsite.</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>Circa £75,000</p><p><strong>Reporting to: </strong>Chief Executive Officer</p><p><strong>Duration</strong>: 12 month FTC</p><p><strong>Direct reports: </strong>Financial Controller, Head of Grants, Head of Operations</p><p> </p><p>The charity has recently been through a merger, and this role will help steer the resulting change programme, including a finance system implementation already in flight.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, management accounts and month-end close, reporting into the Finance & Grants and Audit Committees.</li><li>Lead risk, governance and policy - including company secretary duties and Board/committee papers.</li><li>Act as HR lead, overseeing payroll, pay and staff wellbeing. Manage two investment portfolios and a portfolio of let properties, including rent reviews and lease renewals.</li><li>Run the year-end audit and SORP-compliant statutory accounts.</li><li>Oversee IT and operational projects, and line-manage a Financial Controller, Head of Operations and Head of Grants - a team currently settling into some new appointments.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant with senior/Director-level experience in the charity sector - essential, to hit the ground running.</li><li>Confident presenting to Trustees and Boards, and translating finance for non-finance audiences.</li><li>Strong, adaptable people leader - comfortable managing a varied team through a period of change.</li><li>Working knowledge of charity SORP and UK charity governance.</li></ul><p> </p><p>For more information or to apply, please contact Hannah Curnow on 01179 935459 or apply directly to this advert.</p><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/aGFubmFoLmN1cm5vdy4yNDYxNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1>Finance Business Partner </h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Newport<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £50,000-£55,000 per annum<br /><strong>Contract:</strong> 12-month Fixed-Term Contract</p><p>A leading financial services business in Newport is looking to appoint a <strong>Finance Business Partner</strong> on a 12-month fixed-term contract.</p><p>This is a strong opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional to work closely with senior stakeholders, providing meaningful financial insight and supporting key business decisions.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p>You will act as a trusted finance partner to the wider business, using financial analysis and commercial insight to help drive performance.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Partnering with senior stakeholders to understand business performance and financial drivers</li><li>Producing and analysing management information, budgets and forecasts</li><li>Providing clear financial insight and commentary to support decision-making</li><li>Challenging assumptions and highlighting opportunities, risks and areas for improvement</li><li>Supporting financial planning and performance reviews</li><li>Analysing variances and identifying the key drivers behind performance</li><li>Developing strong relationships across finance and operational teams</li><li>Improving the quality and effectiveness of financial reporting</li><li>Supporting strategic projects and wider business initiatives</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>We are looking for a confident finance professional who can go beyond reporting and add genuine commercial value.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Experience in a Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant or commercially focused finance role</li><li>A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or be actively studying towards one</li><li>Strong experience across budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis</li><li>Excellent Excel and analytical skills</li><li>The ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insight</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>A proactive, commercially minded approach</li><li>Financial services experience would be advantageous</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>£50,000-£55,000 annual salary</li><li>12-month fixed-term contract</li><li>Newport-based role</li><li>Opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders</li><li>Broad commercial exposure within an established financial services business</li><li>A role where your insight can directly influence business performance</li></ul><p>If you're an experienced finance professional looking for a commercially focused contract opportunity in Newport, we'd 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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS44OTA1MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting an FP&A Specialist for a private equity-backed professional services business, pursuing an ambitious organic and buy-and-build growth strategy ahead of a planned exit in the coming years.</p><p>This is a great opportunity to join a high-growth, fast-paced finance function with genuine exposure to board reporting, M&A and business scale-up.</p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> Herefordshire / hybrid - 2 days on site, 3 remote</li><li><strong>Duration:</strong> up to 6 months</li><li><strong>Day rate:</strong> Up to £500pd (Inside & experience dependent)</li><li><strong>Start:</strong> ASAP</li></ul><p><strong>Duties for the role:</strong></p><ul><li>Support the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts, working closely with department and divisional heads</li><li>Build and maintain robust financial models for scenario planning and sensitivity analysis, tracking progress against the growth plan</li><li>Support delivery of monthly Board packs and investor reporting, including KPI dashboards and trend analysis for PE sponsor requirements</li><li>Analyse pricing, margin and contract profitability across service lines, including recurring revenue contracts</li><li>Support working capital/cash flow analysis and capex business cases</li><li>Support financial due diligence and post-acquisition integration for bolt-on acquisitions, including harmonising reporting and KPIs across acquired businesses</li><li>Drive continuous improvement of reporting tools, templates and processes, including ERP/system automation</li></ul><p><strong>What they're looking for:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent</li><li>Experience in FP&A, financial analysis or commercial finance, ideally in a fast-growing, multi-site or services-based business</li><li>Experience with recurring-revenue services highly advantageous</li><li>Exposure to PE-backed businesses, Board reporting or M&A/due diligence a strong plus</li><li>Experience consolidating multi-entity/multi-site results beneficial</li><li>Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills essential; Power BI/ERP-consolidation systems knowledge advantageous</li><li>Working knowledge of AI and automation of planning processes highly advantageous</li></ul><p>For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams or Hannah Curnow @ Robert Half in Bristol on 01179 935 400.</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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjI0MTcxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Group Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>3-6 Month Interim Assignment | £450-£450 per day Umbrella | [Cheltenham / Hybrid]</strong></p><p>A senior interim opportunity with genuine ownership and direct CFO exposure</p><p>Robert Half is exclusively supporting an established organisation in the appointment of an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller for an initial 3-6 month assignment.</p><p>Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a key role within the finance leadership team and an opportunity for an experienced interim to step into a broad remit, take ownership and make a visible impact.</p><p>This isn't a role where you'll simply be producing the numbers.</p><p>You'll have responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, the quality of financial reporting and controls, and the wider processes that support the business.</p><p><strong>Assignment details:</strong></p><p>Duration: 3-6 months<br /> Rate: £450-£450 per day Umbrella<br /> Location: Cheltenham, GL51<br /> Start: ASAP</p><p>Reporting to: CFO</p><p><strong>What you'll be doing:</strong></p><p>You'll take ownership across the full operational finance function, including:</p><ul><li>Leading the month-end close and delivery of accurate management accounts across P&L, balance sheet and cashflow</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls, reconciliations and balance sheet integrity</li><li>Leading budgeting, rolling forecasts and scenario planning</li><li>Providing clear analysis and insight to the CFO and senior leadership team</li><li>Owning cashflow forecasting and working capital management</li><li>Overseeing debtor and creditor performance</li><li>Managing the year-end statutory accounts and external audit</li><li>Overseeing VAT and wider tax compliance</li><li>Leading and developing the finance team</li><li>Improving finance processes, systems, reporting and automation</li><li>Working closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to improve financial visibility and decision-making</li><li>Acting as a trusted partner to the CFO and deputising where required</li></ul><p>What we're looking for</p><p>You'll be a qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent - with a strong track record in Financial Controller, Group Financial Controller, Head of Finance or a similar senior finance position.</p><p>More importantly, you'll be someone who can hit the ground running.</p><p>You'll have:</p><ul><li>Strong hands-on experience across management accounts and financial control</li><li>A solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting and cashflow</li><li>Experience with statutory accounts and audit</li><li>Proven experience managing and developing finance teams</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge</li><li>The confidence to work with senior non-finance stakeholders</li><li>A pragmatic, commercial approach</li><li>Experience improving processes, systems and reporting</li><li>The ability to operate independently and take ownership from day one</li></ul><p>Experience working across multiple entities would be advantageous.</p><p>Why consider it?</p><p>For an experienced interim, this is an opportunity to take on a genuine Group FC remit, working directly with the CFO and having influence across the wider finance function.</p><p>You'll have the scope to get involved in the detail where required, whilst also stepping back to improve controls, reporting, processes and the way finance supports the wider business.</p><p>If you're an experienced interim FC who enjoys coming into a business, getting up to speed quickly and leaving things in a stronger position, this could be a particularly good fit.</p><p>If you're available now, coming available shortly, or would like to discuss the assignment confidentially, please don't hesitate to apply.</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/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjIwNDQ3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h1>Finance Transformation Lead </h1><h1>BST11 ERP - Finance Transformation</h1><h2>About the Role</h2><p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>BST11 Project Manager</strong> to play a key role in a major <strong>BST11 ERP and Finance transformation programme</strong>.</p><p>The role will provide strong <strong>project management, PMO governance and delivery leadership</strong>, with a particular focus on the Finance ERP workstream.</p><p>Working across <strong>Finance, Technology, Operations, Project Management and external implementation partners</strong>, you will ensure the programme is effectively planned, governed and delivered against agreed scope, timelines, budget and quality standards.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>ERP Project Management</h3><ul><li>Lead and coordinate BST11 ERP projects and workstreams through the full project lifecycle.</li><li>Develop and maintain integrated project plans, milestones, dependencies and critical paths.</li><li>Manage scope, schedule, budget, resources, risks and issues.</li><li>Coordinate ERP configuration, integrations, data migration, testing, training, cutover and go-live.</li><li>Work closely with implementation partners and internal technology teams.</li><li>Drive actions, decisions and dependencies through to resolution.</li><li>Support post-go-live stabilisation and transition to BAU.</li></ul><h3>Finance ERP Transformation</h3><p>Work closely with Finance stakeholders and SMEs across:</p><ul><li>General Ledger</li><li>Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable</li><li>Project Accounting</li><li>Billing and Invoicing</li><li>Revenue and Cost Management</li><li>Cash Management</li><li>Financial Reporting</li><li>Management Accounting</li><li>Project Profitability</li><li>Forecasting</li><li>Time and Expense</li><li>Financial Controls and Reconciliations</li></ul><p>Ensure Finance requirements are clearly defined, prioritised and translated into effective BST11 ERP solutions.</p><h3>PMO & Governance</h3><ul><li>Establish and maintain robust PMO governance.</li><li>Own RAID, dependency, decision and action logs.</li><li>Produce weekly and monthly programme reporting.</li><li>Prepare Steering Committee and Programme Board materials.</li><li>Track budget, forecast, resources and delivery performance.</li><li>Manage change control and scope governance.</li><li>Provide clear visibility of programme progress, risks, issues and delivery confidence.</li><li>Ensure project documentation and governance standards are consistently maintained.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><h3>Essential Experience</h3><ul><li>Proven experience as an <strong>ERP Project Manager, ERP PMO Lead or Senior PMO professional</strong>.</li><li>Strong experience delivering <strong>Finance ERP implementations or transformation programmes</strong>.</li><li>Experience working in a project-driven organisation, ideally within <strong>AEC, engineering, environmental consulting, professional services or consulting</strong>.</li><li>Strong understanding of Finance processes and project accounting.</li><li>Experience managing complex projects with multiple business and technology workstreams.</li><li>Strong project governance, planning and reporting capability.</li><li>Experience managing risks, issues, dependencies, scope and change.</li><li>Experience with data migration, testing, integrations and ERP go-live.</li><li>Experience working with implementation partners and third-party suppliers.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li><strong>Direct BST11 ERP experience</strong></li><li>BST11 Finance implementation</li><li>BST11 Project and Billing functionality</li><li>BST11 integrations and data migration</li><li>ERP implementation within an AEC environment</li><li>Finance transformation</li><li>Project accounting</li><li>Power BI / management reporting</li><li>ERP systems integration</li><li>PRINCE2, PMP, AgilePM or equivalent</li></ul><h2>The Person</h2><p>We are looking for someone who is:</p><ul><li><strong>Delivery focused</strong> - drives activity and achieves outcomes.</li><li><strong>Highly organised</strong> - manages complex plans and competing priorities.</li><li><strong>Commercially aware</strong> - understands budgets, forecasts and resource requirements.</li><li><strong>Finance savvy</strong> - understands Finance processes within a project-based business.</li><li><strong>Technically credible</strong> - able to work effectively with ERP, data and integration teams.</li><li><strong>A strong communicator</strong> - communicates clearly with technical and business audiences.</li><li><strong>Confident with senior stakeholders</strong> - able to influence, challenge and escalate.</li><li><strong>Solutions focused</strong> - proactively resolves issues and removes delivery obstacles.</li></ul><h2>Why Join?</h2><p>This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in a significant <strong>BST11 ERP and Finance transformation programme</strong>.</p><p>You will work at the intersection of <strong>Finance, Technology and Project Operations</strong>, helping to deliver improved processes, better financial visibility and a more integrated approach to managing projects and business performance.</p><h3>Apply</h3><p>If you are an experienced <strong>ERP PMO / Project Manager with Finance ERP expertise</strong> and are looking for a high-profile transformation opportunity, we would like to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply now to join the BST11 ERP transformation programme.</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/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uMTc0MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Senior Finance Business Partner 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>£70,000 - £80,000 plus bonus and hybrid remote working</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Actively monitor and report on monthly P&L performance and KPIs with insightful analysis to identify areas for challenge and improvement</li><li>Lead on the annual budget process, provide challenge and guidance to the Executive Team to ensure targets and assumptions are appropriate. Ensure deadlines are met and sufficient insightful analysis is provided to support approval by the Board. Support the Executive Team during budget presentations to the CEO and CFO</li><li>Review and provide steer and challenge to the monthly forecasting process, provide informative analysis to enable the CFO, Board and Executive Team to effectively monitor performance against the annual budget</li><li>Review performance of major contracts or projects against revenue and margin targets, and provide suggestions for areas of improvement</li><li>Design appropriate commission schemes that ensure sales teams are motivated to succeed </li><li>Create business models for approval of new product, price changes or project investments</li><li>Provide support to commercial and sales teams negotiating large deals, by creating bespoke bid models and challenging acceptable commercial/financial parameters</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) with 5+ years PQE</li><li>Successful track record as an experienced finance business partner</li><li>Advanced excel skills for financial modelling</li><li>Data driven with strong analytical skills, with the ability to unite and motivate people around decisions</li><li>Deep knowledge and understanding of the financial and performance levers in the relevant business area, as well as wider business context</li><li>Excellent verbal communication skills, used to communicate with executive management and other stakeholders</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£70,000 - £80,000 plus bonus and hybrid 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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi42MDYyNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking an Operational & Management Accountant to join a SME manufacturing organisation near Llanelli.</p><p> </p><p>The operational Management Accountant will be responsible for:</p><p><strong>Stock & Inventory Management</strong> (Integrated with Reporting)</p><ul><li><strong>Valuation & Reconciliation:</strong> Perform monthly reconciliations between the <strong>Inventory Sub-ledger</strong> and the <strong>General Ledger</strong>.</li><li><strong>Margin Integrity:</strong> Investigate discrepancies between theoretical and actual margins, focusing on stock waste, scrap, and re-work costs.</li><li><strong>Provisioning:</strong> Present monthly reports on stock to the Senior Management Team</li></ul><p><strong> System and Process Improvements</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Reporting Automation:</strong> Transition manual monthly reporting into automated <strong>BI tools or ERP dashboards</strong> to reduce the month-end cycle time.</li><li><strong>Data Integrity:</strong> Audit the flow of data from warehouse into the management accounts to ensure "one version of the truth."</li></ul><p><strong>Monthly Management Reporting</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Month-End Close:</strong> Lead the month-end process for the manufacturing entity, ensuring all journals, accruals, and prepayments are posted accurately and on time.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong> Prepare the monthly <strong>Management Accounts pack</strong>, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements.</li><li><strong>Variance Analysis:</strong> Provide high-level commentary on actual vs. budget performance, specifically highlighting <strong>gross margin fluctuations</strong> driven by production costs or inventory movements.</li><li><strong>KPI Development:</strong> Define and track operational KPIs (e.g., Gross Margin by product line, Labour Recovery rates, and Stock Turnover).</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Operational Budgeting:</strong> Partner with Production and Warehouse Managers to build annual budgets and quarterly rolling forecasts.</li><li><strong>Cash Flow Management:</strong> Forecast inventory spend and lead times to ensure optimal working capital levels.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Refined Skills & Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Experience:</strong> Strong background in <strong>Operational Accounts</strong> within a manufacturing or recycling organisation.</li><li><strong>Commercial Acumen:</strong> Ability to explain the "why" behind the numbers to the Department Heads.</li><li><strong>Technical:</strong> Proficiency in <strong> advanced Excel</strong> for data visualization of monthly trends and a desire to improve and automate systems.</li></ul><p> </p><p>On offer: Salary to £45,000 plus PHI and pension</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjk1NTYyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><h2>Senior Finance Business Partner</h2><p><strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid Working<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £80,000 - £90,000 + £9k car allowance<br /> <strong>Type:</strong> Permanent</p><h3>Shape Strategic Investment Decisions</h3><p>A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to play a pivotal role in supporting business-critical investment programmes and long-term strategic initiatives.</p><p>This is a high-profile opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who thrives on influencing decision-making, partnering with senior stakeholders, and translating complex financial data into clear business insight. You will help ensure significant investments deliver maximum value while supporting sustainable growth and organisational performance.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Act as a trusted finance partner to senior leaders and programme teams.</li><li>Deliver robust financial planning, forecasting and performance analysis.</li><li>Build and review financial models to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Evaluate business cases, investment opportunities and commercial proposals.</li><li>Provide meaningful insight to improve performance and support delivery of key objectives.</li><li>Identify financial risks and opportunities, recommending appropriate actions.</li><li>Contribute to governance processes and ensure strong financial oversight.</li><li>Present financial information and recommendations to a range of senior stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong track record of partnering with operational and leadership teams in a complex environment.</p><p>You'll bring:</p><ul><li>Proven business partnering and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking capability.</li><li>Excellent financial modelling, forecasting and analytical expertise.</li><li>Experience evaluating investments, business cases or large-scale initiatives.</li><li>Confidence influencing and challenging senior decision-makers.</li><li>The ability to communicate complex financial information in a clear and engaging way.</li></ul><h3>What's in It for You?</h3><ul><li>A visible, influential role with significant stakeholder exposure.</li><li>The opportunity to shape major business decisions and investment priorities.</li><li>A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment.</li><li>Flexible hybrid working arrangements.</li><li>Competitive salary and an attractive benefits package.</li><li>Strong prospects for professional development and career progression.</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to move beyond traditional reporting and play a key role in driving strategic and commercial success within a large and evolving organisation.</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4wMzg2NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half Talent Solutions are exclusively hiring for a Treasury, Tax & Working Capital Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Treasury, Tax & Working Capital Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Bridgend, Wales (Hybrid: 3 days on site, 2 days remote)<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive + 10% bonus + comprehensive benefits package<br /> <strong>Reports to:</strong> Chief Financial Officer</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Are you a hand-on, senior finance professional looking to build and shape a critical capability?</p><p>As our <strong>Treasury, Tax & Working Capital Manager</strong>, 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.</p><p>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><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Cash Management (12.5%):</strong> Build and run the rolling 13-week cash forecast and daily cash positioning to establish active cash management as a standard discipline.</li><li><strong>FX & Hedging (7.5%):</strong> Manage and fully document the FX hedging programme against contracted currency exposures and committed payables, including year-end fair-value treatment.</li><li><strong>Working Capital & Team Leadership:</strong> 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.</li><li><strong>Tax Governance:</strong> Own the governance, risk management, and strategic relationships with external tax advisers.</li><li><strong>Process Resilience:</strong> Transition informal, key-person dependencies into structured, documented, and scalable financial disciplines.</li></ul><p><strong>What We Are Looking For</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Qualifications:</strong> Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).</li><li><strong>Experience:</strong> Proven, hands-on experience in cash management, treasury operations, and working capital cycles.</li><li><strong>Skills:</strong> Strong business-partnering capabilities, excellent documentation skills, and experience managing small teams or direct reports (like Credit Control).</li><li><strong>Mindset:</strong> A proactive builder who enjoys creating order, documenting processes, and establishing robust governance.</li></ul><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Financial Reward:</strong> Competitive salary plus a performance-related <strong>10% bonus</strong>.</li><li><strong>Retirement & Security:</strong> <strong>8% company pension</strong> contribution and comprehensive life assurance.</li><li><strong>Time Off:</strong> <strong>25 days annual leave</strong> plus all statutory bank holidays.</li><li><strong>Health & Wellbeing:</strong> Paid sick pay and an active cycle-to-work scheme.</li><li><strong>Culture:</strong> Regular company events and a collaborative, hybrid working environment.</li></ul><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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjU5MjM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">