39 results for It in Caerphilly, Caerphilly
Assistant Management Accountant
- Neath, Neath Port Talbot
- remote
- Contract
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- 35000 GBP / Yearly
- <h1>Assistant Management Accountant</h1><p><strong>Swansea | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits</strong></p><h3><strong>Build your career. Study towards ACCA. Gain international experience. Progress into Management Accounting.</strong></h3><p>We're delighted to be supporting an established and highly successful <strong>international manufacturing business</strong> with the appointment of an <strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong> at its Swansea branch.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who is serious about developing their career and wants to join a business that will <strong>invest in their professional development</strong>.</p><p>The role offers a clear opportunity to progress towards a <strong>Management Accountant position</strong>, with <strong>full support towards ACCA studies</strong>, alongside hands-on experience across management accounts, month-end, budgeting, forecasting and commercial finance.</p><p>You'll also become part of an international finance function, working with colleagues across Europe and gaining exposure to a wider group environment.</p><p>And it's not all spreadsheets and month-end, the business has a strong team culture, with <strong>regular company and team socials, including regular travel to European locations</strong>.</p><h2>Your Opportunity</h2><p>As an Assistant Management Accountant, you'll work closely with the existing finance team and play a key role in supporting the production of accurate financial information.</p><p>This is a role designed to <strong>develop you</strong>.</p><p>You'll be given the opportunity to build your technical accounting knowledge, understand how finance supports a manufacturing operation and progressively take on more responsibility as your experience grows.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Assisting with the preparation of <strong>monthly management accounts</strong></li><li>Supporting the month-end close process</li><li>Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances</li><li>Posting journals, accruals and prepayments</li><li>Assisting with monthly reporting and management information</li><li>Supporting <strong>budgeting and forecasting</strong></li><li>Preparing variance analysis and commentary</li><li>Assisting with financial planning and analysis</li><li>Supporting the maintenance of strong financial controls</li><li>Working with operational teams to understand and challenge financial performance</li><li>Using <strong>SAP</strong> across the finance function</li><li>Assisting with process improvement and finance projects</li><li>Working with finance colleagues across the UK and wider European business</li><li>Taking on additional responsibilities as your knowledge and experience develop</li></ul><h2><strong>ACCA Study Support & Career Progression</strong></h2><p>If you're ambitious about becoming a qualified accountant, this is a role where your development will be taken seriously.</p><p>The business will provide <strong>support towards ACCA studies</strong>, giving you the opportunity to work towards your professional qualification while gaining valuable practical experience.</p><p>You'll be supported by an experienced finance team and given exposure to increasingly complex areas of accounting as you progress.</p><p>The longer-term objective is to develop you into a <strong>fully-fledged Management Accountant</strong>, with the potential for further career progression within the wider finance function.</p><h2>What We're Looking For</h2><p>We're looking for someone with the <strong>ambition and attitude to develop</strong>, rather than someone who simply ticks every box on a job description.</p><p>You may currently be an:</p><ul><li>Assistant Accountant</li><li>Accounts Assistant</li><li>Finance Assistant</li><li>Assistant Management Accountant</li><li>Part-qualified accountant</li></ul><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li>Experience working within an accounts or finance environment</li><li>A good understanding of accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping</li><li>Experience with reconciliations and month-end processes</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li><li>Experience with <strong>SAP or another ERP system</strong></li><li>Good analytical and numerical ability</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>The confidence to work with stakeholders across the wider business</li><li>A proactive approach and genuine desire to learn</li><li>A clear ambition to progress within finance and work towards <strong>ACCA qualification</strong></li></ul><h2>Why Join?</h2><p>This is a particularly attractive opportunity for someone who wants their next move to <strong>add real value to their career</strong>.</p><p>You'll get:</p><ul><li><strong>ACCA study support</strong></li><li>A clear route towards <strong>Management Accountant</strong></li><li>Hands-on management accounting experience</li><li>Exposure to budgeting, forecasting and commercial finance</li><li>Experience within an <strong>international manufacturing group</strong></li><li>Exposure to <strong>SAP and a structured ERP environment</strong></li><li>The opportunity to work with colleagues across Europe</li><li>European travel opportunities through company/team events</li><li>A supportive and collaborative finance team</li><li>Genuine scope to take on greater responsibility as you develop</li><li>A long-term career opportunity rather than simply another finance position</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/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uOTQyOTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-08-28T09:50:42Z
Director of Finance & Operations
- Bristol, Bristol
- remote
- Contract
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75000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
- <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">
- 2026-09-03T16:08:48Z
Director of Finance & Operations
- Bristol City Centre, Bristol
- remote
- Temporary
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70000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
- <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">
- 2026-09-01T07:52:05Z
Finance Manager
- Bristol, Bristol
- remote
- Permanent
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42000 - 46000 GBP / Yearly
- <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 20.0pt;">Finance & Business Manager</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Location: Bristol | Salary: £42,069-£46,149 FTE | Permanent, 3.5 days per week</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">We're working with a growing, purpose led organisation in Bristol to appoint a Finance Manager. This is a broad role combining hands on finance with business operations, systems and strategic input.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;">The Role</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">You'll take ownership of:</p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Day-to-day finance, including payroll, invoicing, budgeting and reporting.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Management accounts, forecasting and financial planning.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Improving finance systems and processes, including a planned move to Xero.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Business operations, procurement, facilities and IT.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Compliance, risk management and organisational policies.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Supporting the senior leadership team with financial insight and commercial recommendations.</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;">About You</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">We're looking for someone who is:</p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Experienced in finance management and reporting.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Commercially minded and highly organised.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Confident managing budgets, forecasts and management accounts.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Comfortable working across finance and wider business operations.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Proactive, hands-on and confident improving systems and processes.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Able to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">AAT Level 4, MAAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent experience is desirable. Experience within a growing SME or purpose-led organisation would be advantageous.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;">What's on Offer</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;">£42,069-£46,149 FTE</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">3.5 days per week</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Term time working pattern</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Hybrid flexibility</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Bristol-based</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Supportive, close-knit working environment</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">If you're looking for a finance role with real breadth, autonomy and influence beyond the numbers, this could be a great opportunity.</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/ZGlhbmEuZmVybmFkZXNsb3Blcy45MzkyNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-08-12T09:43:40Z
Senior Business Partner Finance
- Bristol, Bristol
- remote
- Permanent
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60000 - 62000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Senior Finance Business Partner</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established organisation based in Bristol, is looking for a <strong>Senior Finance Business Partner</strong> to join their Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially-minded finance professional to work closely with budget holders across the business, providing expert financial guidance and helping to protect the long-term financial health of the organisation.</p><p>Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in supporting budgeting, forecasting, and investment decision-making, while developing and maintaining robust long-term cost models.</p><h1>The Role</h1><ul><li>Provide effective financial guidance to budget holders throughout the budgeting and forecasting cycle</li><li>Support budget holders with accurate monitoring of monthly management accounts, identifying and explaining variances</li><li>Support budget holders in valuing risks and assessing investment decisions, including input into business cases</li><li>Develop and maintain accurate long-term cost models and contract clause calculations</li><li>Prepare month-end journals to ensure the accuracy of monthly management accounts</li><li>Maintain best-practice finance business partnering policies</li><li>Build strong, collaborative relationships with budget holders, ensuring early involvement in financial risks and decisions</li><li>Manage and coach a small team, supporting their development and performance</li><li>Maintain business finance processes and controls that support accurate, timely decision-making and long-term cost management</li></ul><h1>About You</h1><ul><li>Part-qualified or fully qualified in a relevant professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA); qualified candidates with post-qualification experience are especially encouraged to apply</li><li>Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and long-term cost modelling</li><li>Working knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102) and IFRS as relevant to the role</li><li>Confident building relationships with non-finance stakeholders and translating financial information for a wider audience</li><li>Experience supporting or managing a small team is desirable</li><li>A proactive, analytical approach with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Strong IT and systems skills, with a willingness to develop digital capability further</li><li>Long term contracts experience would be desirable</li></ul><h1>What's on Offer</h1><ul><li>Salary up to £62,000, depending on experience</li><li>Based in Bristol</li><li>The opportunity to join a collaborative, values-driven finance team with genuine scope for progression</li></ul><p>If this sounds like your next move, we'd love 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/ZGlhbmEuZmVybmFkZXNsb3Blcy41NDAwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-09-02T17:22:42Z
Customer Service Administrator
- Westbury, Wiltshire
- remote
- Permanent
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26000 - 28000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>CUSTOMER SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR</strong><br /> Westbury, Wiltshire | Hybrid (3 days office, 2 days home) | £26,000 - £28,000 DOE</p><p>Robert Half is working exclusively with a well-established manufacturing business, a leading name in its sector supplying high-profile clients across retail, art, music, and charity industries. This is a great opportunity for a customer-focused administrator to join a busy, collaborative commercial team.</p><p><strong>THE ROLE</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Senior Client Services Manager, you'll play a key part in keeping clients happy and the wider business running smoothly. You'll be the link between the customer services department and the rest of the organisation, handling admin, reporting, and day-to-day client queries.</p><p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Answering and directing incoming calls, taking messages where needed</li><li>Responding to daily customer service emails within a 24-hour SLA</li><li>Reviewing and logging customer returns</li><li>Running daily and weekly client stock reports</li><li>Liaising with clients on address issues and updating internal records</li><li>Managing shipping exceptions, including issuing commercial invoice details</li><li>Taking and writing up weekly sales meeting notes</li><li>Providing general admin support to account managers</li><li>Covering for the Digital Account Manager during holiday periods</li></ul><p><strong>ABOUT YOU</strong></p><ul><li>Strong attention to detail</li><li>Confident, self-aware, with excellent interpersonal skills</li><li>Comfortable communicating at all levels and building strong working relationships</li><li>A genuine team player</li><li>Good written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Able to juggle multiple tasks and think on your feet</li><li>Strong organisational and time-management skills</li><li>Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel</li><li>Previous customer service experience is desirable but not essential</li></ul><p><strong>THE PACKAGE</strong></p><ul><li>Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 DOE</li><li>Hybrid working pattern (Tuesday-Thursday in office, Monday and Friday remote)</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/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuNzUzNTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-09-17T10:44:35Z
Reconciliations Clerk
- Swansea, Swansea
- remote
- Contract
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30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
- <h1>Reconciliations Clerk</h1><h3>Swansea | £32,000-£35,000 per annum | Full-time</h3><p><strong>When the numbers don't add up, you're the person who wants to know why.</strong></p><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a <strong>Reconciliations Clerk</strong> to join a well-established, community-focused organisation in Swansea.</p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong finance background who enjoys working with detail, solving problems and making sure everything balances exactly as it should.</p><p>You'll play an important role within the finance team, taking ownership of reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and helping maintain accurate and reliable financial records.</p><h2>The role</h2><p>You'll be responsible for ensuring financial information is accurate, complete and up to date, with a particular focus on reconciliations and resolving outstanding items.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Completing regular bank, customer, supplier and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Investigating discrepancies and getting to the root of any issues.</li><li>Identifying missing, duplicated or incorrectly allocated transactions.</li><li>Reviewing outstanding reconciliation items and ensuring they are resolved.</li><li>Maintaining clear and accurate reconciliation schedules.</li><li>Supporting month-end and year-end processes.</li><li>Working with colleagues to investigate and resolve financial queries.</li><li>Supporting financial controls and ensuring processes are followed.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve processes and make them more efficient.</li><li>Providing wider support to the finance team where required.</li></ul><h2>About you</h2><p>You'll be someone who naturally spots when something doesn't look right and enjoys figuring out what's happened.</p><p>You'll bring:</p><ul><li>Previous experience in a finance, accounts or reconciliations role.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.</li><li>Good knowledge of accounting principles.</li><li>Experience investigating and resolving financial discrepancies.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems.</li><li>Excellent organisation and time management.</li><li>The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.</li><li>Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach.</li><li>A proactive attitude and a willingness to improve existing processes.</li></ul><p>An <strong>AAT qualification or equivalent experience</strong> would be advantageous, as would experience with month-end, balance sheet reconciliations or accounting/ERP systems.</p><h2>Why this role?</h2><p>This is more than simply making numbers balance.</p><p>Working within a community-focused organisation, you'll be part of a finance function that supports the wider work and services delivered to the local community.</p><p>It's an opportunity to use your finance skills in an organisation where accuracy, accountability and doing things properly genuinely matter.</p><h3>The package</h3><p><strong>£32,000-£35,000 per annum</strong>, depending on experience, alongside the opportunity to join a supportive team and develop your career within a purpose-driven organisation.</p><p><strong>If you're detail-focused, commercially aware and enjoy solving financial problems, we'd love to hear from you.</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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS44MDUyOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-09-09T16:48:23Z
Finance Assistant
- Bristol, Bristol
- remote
- Permanent
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25000 - 27000 GBP / Yearly
- <p class="mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.375rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="1:1-1:47;0-46" dir="ltr"><strong>Finance Assistant | Bristol | Hybrid Working | £25,000-£27,000</strong></p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="4:1-4:337;131-467" dir="ltr">Are you a recent graduate looking for a role where you'll actually be trusted with real responsibility from day one? This is your chance to join the Accounts team of a well established and highly respected law firm in Bristol, in a role built for someone with drive, curiosity and a sharp eye for detail rather than years of experience.</p><p class="mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold" dir="ltr" data-sourcepos="8:1-8:25;902-926"><strong>What you'll be doing</strong></p><p data-sourcepos="10:1-10:148;928-1075" dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">You'll sit right at the heart of the firm's Accounts department, getting hands on experience across a huge range of financial processes, including:</p><ul dir="ltr" data-sourcepos="12:1-21:68;1077-1647" class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="12:1-12:54;1077-1130">Processing payments from client and office accounts</li><li data-sourcepos="13:1-13:48;1131-1178" class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Checking and finalising fee earners' invoices</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="14:1-14:51;1179-1229">Billing disbursements accurately and efficiently</li><li data-sourcepos="15:1-15:38;1230-1267" class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Managing client to office transfers</li><li data-sourcepos="16:1-16:66;1268-1333" class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Assisting with consultancy fee claims and consultants' invoices</li><li data-sourcepos="17:1-17:67;1334-1400" class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Reviewing client matter balances and investigating discrepancies</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="18:1-18:53;1401-1453">Promptly clearing residual client account balances</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="19:1-19:55;1454-1508">Supporting month end processes across the department</li><li data-sourcepos="20:1-20:71;1509-1579" class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Handling queries directly from Partners, Legal Staff and Secretaries</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="21:1-21:68;1580-1647">Helping ensure full compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules</li></ul><p dir="ltr" data-sourcepos="23:1-23:216;1649-1864" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">This isn't a role where you'll be sat in the background. You'll be dealing with people at every level of the business from day one, building the kind of commercial confidence that most graduates spend years chasing.</p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="23:1-23:216;1649-1864" dir="ltr"><strong>You will gain:</strong></p><h3 dir="ltr" data-sourcepos="25:1-25:22;1866-1887" class="mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold"> </h3><ul dir="ltr" data-sourcepos="36:1-40:109;2421-3097" class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1"><li data-sourcepos="36:1-36:195;2421-2615" class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Genuine progression.</strong> A clear route for growth and progression throughout the business.</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="37:1-37:169;2616-2784"><strong>Real training, not box ticking.</strong> You'll be mentored by an experienced Accounts team who will actively teach you the ropes rather than leaving you to figure it out.</li><li data-sourcepos="38:1-38:112;2785-2896" class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Immediate responsibility.</strong> You'll be trusted with meaningful work from week one, not stuck making the tea.</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="39:1-39:92;2897-2988"><strong>Hybrid working.</strong> A flexible balance of office and home working once you're settled in.</li><li data-sourcepos="40:1-40:109;2989-3097" class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>A stable, respected employer.</strong> Join a well established Bristol firm known for looking after its people.</li></ul><p data-sourcepos="44:1-44:153;3149-3301" dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">If you're a graduate who wants a role with genuine substance behind it, we want to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch directly to find out more.</p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="46:1-47:16;3303-3352" dir="ltr">📩 </p><p dir="ltr" data-sourcepos="49:1-49:35;3354-3388" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"> </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/SnVhbi5Db2xlZ2F0ZS40Njc5Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-08-12T10:50:16Z
Operations Manager
- Bristol, Bristol
- remote
- Permanent
-
40000 - 42000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Operations Manager </strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd is working in partnership with this organisation to recruit an experienced Operations Manager for this role.</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Circa £42,000 + excellent benefits package<br /> <strong>Hours:</strong> Full-time<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> North Bristol</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced and highly capable Operations Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day operational running of a busy, organisation.</p><p>This is a broad, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys being the lynchpin between multiple stakeholders, teams and functions. You will bring together facilities, health & safety, administration, HR and finance, ensuring that everything works effectively behind the scenes so that the wider organisation can focus on delivering its core purpose.</p><p>You might come from a multisite retail, hospitality, education, leisure, healthcare or other customer-facing operational environment. What matters most is your ability to manage complexity, build strong relationships and keep multiple priorities moving simultaneously.</p><p>You will need to be comfortable spinning multiple plates, responding calmly to changing priorities and knowing when to take ownership, when to delegate and when to bring in specialist support.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Operational Management</strong></p><ul><li>Take overall responsibility for the effective day-to-day operation of multiple sites.</li><li>Coordinate activity across facilities, administration, HR, finance, compliance and other support functions.</li><li>Act as a key point of contact between operational teams, senior leaders, central functions and external suppliers.</li><li>Identify operational issues early and ensure they are resolved quickly and effectively.</li><li>Develop practical processes and systems that improve efficiency, consistency and service delivery.</li><li>Support the implementation of organisational change and new initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Health, Safety & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure appropriate health & safety systems, procedures and risk assessments are in place and maintained.</li><li>Monitor compliance across sites and ensure actions are followed through.</li><li>Coordinate incident, accident and first-aid processes as required.</li><li>Maintain accurate operational records, policies and documentation.</li><li>Work with relevant specialists and senior colleagues to manage safeguarding, compliance and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Facilities & Estates</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the effective management and maintenance of sites, buildings and facilities.</li><li>Coordinate internal site teams and external contractors and service providers.</li><li>Manage facilities-related contracts and ensure suppliers deliver against agreed standards.</li><li>Ensure appropriate fire, emergency and business continuity arrangements are in place.</li><li>Monitor maintenance requirements, repairs and improvements and ensure issues are progressed to completion.</li></ul><p><strong>People & HR</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with HR/People colleagues on recruitment, onboarding, compliance and employee administration.</li><li>Ensure relevant employment records and compliance checks are maintained.</li><li>Coordinate absence and other people-related processes.</li><li>Support managers and colleagues with operational HR matters, escalating to specialist HR support where appropriate.</li></ul><p><strong>Finance & Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Work with finance colleagues to monitor budgets, expenditure and operational costs.</li><li>Support purchasing, invoicing and supplier management.</li><li>Ensure operational spend represents good value and is appropriately controlled.</li><li>Oversee administration processes and ensure teams provide an efficient, professional service.</li><li>Maintain accurate records, reports and documentation.</li></ul><p><strong>Stakeholder Management</strong></p><ul><li>Build strong and trusted relationships with senior leaders, operational teams, central functions and external partners.</li><li>Act as the link between multiple stakeholders, ensuring information flows effectively and actions are followed through.</li><li>Communicate clearly and confidently with people at all levels.</li><li>Influence and challenge constructively when required while maintaining positive working relationships.</li><li>Represent the organisation professionally with suppliers, contractors and external partners.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone who is:</p><ul><li>An experienced operations professional, ideally with multisite or multi-location experience.</li><li>Comfortable working across a broad range of operational disciplines rather than within a single specialist function.</li><li>Highly organised, able to prioritise effectively and comfortable managing competing demands.</li><li>A natural problem-solver who takes ownership and gets things done.</li><li>A confident and engaging communicator who can build relationships quickly.</li><li>Adaptable and calm under pressure, with the ability to respond to changing circumstances.</li><li>Commercially aware and comfortable working with budgets, suppliers and operational costs.</li><li>Confident working with health & safety, facilities, HR and compliance processes.</li><li>Able to influence and coordinate people without always having direct authority.</li><li>Comfortable moving between strategic thinking and practical, hands-on problem solving.</li><li>Someone who enjoys being the person who keeps all the moving parts connected and on track.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience</strong></p><p>We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience in multisite retail, hospitality, leisure, education, healthcare, property, facilities or other complex customer-facing environments.</p><p>You do not need to have worked in the same sector. We are more interested in your operational breadth, judgement, communication skills and ability to manage complexity.</p><p>Above all, you will be someone who can walk into a busy environment, understand what needs to happen, bring the right people together and make sure it gets done.</p><p><strong>What Success Looks Like</strong></p><p>Success in this role means that the organisation's sites run safely, efficiently and consistently, people know who to go to when they need help, issues are resolved before they become problems, and senior leaders have confidence that the operational detail is being well managed.</p><p>You will be the person who connects the dots, keeps things moving and makes the complicated look straightforward.</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/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuNjM5NjguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-08-17T09:35:12Z
Personal Assistant
- Swansea, Swansea
- remote
- Permanent
-
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
- <p></p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Robert Half are working with a leading international organisation is seeking an experienced and highly organised <strong>Personal Assistant</strong> to provide comprehensive executive support to the UK Operations Manager.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a professional PA who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working closely with senior leadership. The role offers significant variety, autonomy and exposure to both UK and international stakeholders, making it ideal for someone who can confidently manage competing priorities while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and confidentiality.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><p>As Personal Assistant, you will:</p><ul><li>Provide proactive executive and administrative support to the UK Operations Manager.</li><li>Manage complex diaries, appointments and correspondence.</li><li>Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, visas and travel documentation.</li><li>Organise meetings, leadership events and conferences, ensuring all logistics are effectively managed.</li><li>Act as a point of contact for senior visitors, customers and key stakeholders.</li><li>Prepare reports, presentations, business documentation and correspondence.</li><li>Process invoices, expenses and supplier payments in line with company procedures.</li><li>Administer company credit card processes and maintain accurate financial records.</li><li>Support corporate governance activities and ensure relevant documentation is maintained.</li><li>Coordinate employee recognition programmes, educational awards and community initiatives.</li><li>Liaise with legal teams, insurers, corporate functions and external stakeholders where required.</li><li>Take meeting minutes and maintain accurate records.</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives and special projects.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>To be successful in this role, you'll have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or senior administrative professional.</li><li>Experience supporting senior leaders within a complex business environment.</li><li>Excellent organisational, planning and prioritisation skills.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Experience coordinating complex travel arrangements.</li><li>Financial administration experience, including expenses and invoice processing.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.</li><li>The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.</li><li>High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Skills & Experience</h3><ul><li>Business Studies Diploma, PA Qualification or equivalent Level 3 qualification.</li><li>Experience working within a large multinational organisation.</li><li>SAP knowledge or experience.</li><li>Corporate governance administration experience.</li><li>Minute-taking experience.</li></ul><h2>The Ideal Candidate</h2><p>We're looking for someone who is:</p><ul><li>Professional, proactive and highly dependable.</li><li>Confident working with senior stakeholders.</li><li>Emotionally intelligent with excellent relationship-building skills.</li><li>Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Able to remain calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines.</li><li>Committed to delivering a first-class support service.</li></ul><h2>Benefits</h2><ul><li>Salary up to £35,000</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>On-site gym</li><li>Free flu vaccinations</li><li>Sick pay</li><li>Bereavement leave</li></ul><h2>Location & Working Pattern</h2><p>This role is based in <strong>Swansea (SA6)</strong> and is office-based. </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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuNTE2OTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-08-18T16:29:18Z
Interim Financial Controller
- Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
- remote
- Temporary
-
400 - 450 GBP / Daily
- <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">
- 2026-09-07T15:56:25Z
Payroll Administrator
- England,
- remote
- Permanent
-
- 43000 GBP / Yearly
- <h3 dir="ltr">HR & Payroll Administrator | PERMANENT | Up to £45,000 FTE</h3><br><br>Flexible hours: part-time (25 hrs) right through to full-time - your call.<br><br><p dir="ltr"><strong>This isn't a bureau job processing payslips for strangers. This is payroll and HR with a seat at the table.</strong></p><p dir="ltr">We're recruiting exclusively on behalf of a thriving, well-established business just outside Bath and Bristol, one that's been quietly building something impressive for over a century, and is now investing in the people who keep it running.</p><p dir="ltr">They need an <strong>HR & Payroll Administrator</strong> who can own two payrolls end-to-end and be the trusted right hand to their Group HR Manager. If you're the kind of person who takes pride in a payroll run that lands perfectly, every single time, and who genuinely enjoys the variety of HR admin alongside it, this is built for you.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Why this role stands out:</strong></p><p dir="ltr">✅ <strong>Permanent</strong> - not a contract, not a maternity cover, not a "we'll see how it goes." A genuine long-term home.</p><p dir="ltr">✅ <strong>Real flexibility</strong> - 25 hours a week, full-time, or anywhere in between. Life doesn't fit into one box, so why should your working week?</p><p dir="ltr">✅ <strong>£45,000 FTE</strong>, pro-rated fairly (e.g. <strong>£30,375 for a 25-hour week</strong>), so part-time doesn't mean shortchanged.</p><p dir="ltr">✅ <strong>Variety, not monotony</strong> - one day you're processing statutory payments and reconciling pensions, the next you're drafting contracts, running DBS checks, or supporting a HR project. No two weeks look the same.</p><p dir="ltr">✅ <strong>A business that's built to last</strong> - multi-site, established, stable, and growing. This isn't a start-up gamble.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>What you'll bring:</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>3+ years' hands-on payroll processing experience</li><li>Confidence juggling payroll deadlines with HR administration</li><li>Aneye for detail</li><li>Payroll software experience (Moorepay a bonus, not a dealbreaker)</li><li>The integrity and discretion to handle confidential information properly</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>Where:</strong> On-site, 5 days a week, based in Radstock - easy commute from Bristol, Bath, Wells, and the surrounding South West.</p><p dir="ltr">Interested?</p><p dir="ltr">Contact for next step!</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/SnVhbi5Db2xlZ2F0ZS41Nzc5MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-09-14T15:02:19Z
Credit Controller
- Bristol, Bristol
- remote
- Permanent
-
30000 - 34000 GBP / Yearly
- <p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><strong>CREDIT CONTROLLER</strong></p><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">No Finance Experience Required, Full Training Given</p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" dir="ltr"><strong>Location:</strong> Bristol (office based)<br /> <strong>Reports to:</strong> Regional Credit Manager<br /> <strong>Contract type:</strong> Full-time after probation period<br /> <strong>Hours:</strong> 37.5 hrs/week, Mon to Fri, 9-5 with 30 mins lunch<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £34,000 dependant on experience</p><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"> </p><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">Looking for a genuine way into a finance career? This role is a brilliant launchpad. You don't need a finance degree or previous credit control experience: full training is given from the ground up. You'll take ownership of your own portfolio of credit accounts, from sole traders through to national key accounts, and quickly build commercially valuable skills in negotiation, cash flow management and relationship building. It's fast paced, varied and genuinely rewarding: you'll see the direct impact of your work every single day, and build a skill set that opens doors right across the finance profession.</p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" dir="ltr"><strong>Why Start Your Career Here?</strong></p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" dir="ltr">Credit control is one of the best kept secrets in finance. It gives you hands on commercial experience, direct exposure to how a business really operates, and a set of skills that transfer into wider finance, accountancy and business careers. Here's what makes this a great first step:</p><ul dir="ltr" class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Full training, no experience needed:</strong> a structured induction and ongoing coaching from an experienced Regional Credit Manager, so you're set up to succeed from day one</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Real ownership from day one:</strong> you'll manage your own portfolio of accounts, so you can see the direct results of your work rather than sitting on the sidelines</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Transferable, in-demand skills:</strong> negotiation, commercial awareness, relationship management and cash flow understanding are all skills that finance and accountancy employers actively look for</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>A clear path forward:</strong> strong performers can progress toward senior credit control roles or move into wider finance functions as they build experience</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Stability, backed by scale:</strong> you'll be learning your trade within a large, well established national business, with the security and support that comes with a nationwide operation</li></ul><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" dir="ltr"><strong>Key Accountabilities</strong></p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" dir="ltr">Collections & Cash Allocation</p><ul dir="ltr" class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Chase outstanding debt by telephone, letter and email in a timely and effective manner, tailoring approach to account type</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Accurately and promptly allocate customer payments across various payment methods</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Take payments over the telephone</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Set up and manage approved payment plans through to completion</li></ul><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">Account & Query Management</p><ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1" dir="ltr"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage and resolve invoice queries promptly, liaising with branches and customers as needed</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintain and process stopped account listings</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Escalate problem debts to the Credit Manager for litigation where appropriate</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Prepare customer files and new credit applications for the Credit Manager's authorisation</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintain accurate, up-to-date customer files and records</li></ul><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" dir="ltr">Administration & Reporting</p><ul dir="ltr" class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Record all actions and customer conversations clearly and consistently in customer notes</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Provide general office administration support to the Credit Office</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Support ad hoc duties such as collecting/opening post and banking cheques</li></ul><p dir="ltr" class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" dir="ltr">Essential (we'll teach you the credit control side, these are about how you work)</p><ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1" dir="ltr"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Confident, professional telephone manner, with the ability to handle contentious debt-collection conversations calmly</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Skilled at building relationships at all levels: customers, branch staff, senior managers and colleagues</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong personal organisation, with the ability to manage a busy workload accurately and efficiently</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A proactive approach to credit control and a commitment to keeping a clean, up-to-date ledger</li></ul><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" dir="ltr">Desirable</p><ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1" dir="ltr"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Any exposure to a customer-facing, sales, office or finance environment (through part-time work, a placement or an internship) is a bonus, but by no means essential</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A genuine interest in starting a career in finance or credit control, and a willingness to learn</li></ul><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" dir="ltr"><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul dir="ltr" class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A structured training programme and hands-on mentoring, with no prior finance experience required</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Contributory pension scheme</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Bonus scheme</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Onsite parking</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Regular company social events</li></ul><p>Interested? Contact or call 01179935412!</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/SnVhbi5Db2xlZ2F0ZS42NDg5MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-08-17T09:07:51Z
Trainee Accountant
- Bradford-On-Avon, Wiltshire
- remote
- Permanent
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30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Trainee Accountant to join a well-recognised Professional Services company based in Bradford-on-Avon. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£30,000 - £35,000 plus study support package, hybrid remote working and 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>Support agreed purchase order processes, including assisting staff with raising, editing, approving and receipting of purchase orders</li><li>Involved in production of month-end accounts</li><li>Prepayments and accruals processing through the ledger for month end accounting</li><li>Produce aged creditors reports and review regularly. Take appropriate actions to maintain tidy and accurate purchase ledger accounts</li><li>Reconcile the month end accounts payable to the ledger</li><li>Take ownership of the invoice processing system, maintaining vendor templates and monitoring processing accuracy</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely payments are made to suppliers and remittance advices are sent in a timely manner</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements where received</li><li>Communication with budget holders and suppliers</li><li>Learn how payroll works in HR Information System</li><li>Gain knowledge and experience to ultimately be responsible for monthly pension accounting and processing to include query resolution</li><li>Ownership of the timeliness, accuracy and integrity of month-end payroll processes and journalling into accounts</li><li>Ensuring all payroll queries are responded to within agreed timeframe. Either responding directly, delegating appropriately or liaising with other departments to ensure an appropriate resolution is reached</li><li>Take responsibility for the Fixed Assets Register</li><li>Perform monthly bank reconciliations and journalling for income accounting including accruals</li><li>Be part of the team working with external auditors to provide information and respond to queries</li></ul><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Currently studying towards / ready begin professional qualification (ACA / ACMA / ACCA)</li><li>Relevant degree related to the role (AAT also considered)</li><li>Current experience working within a finance team</li><li>Competent using IT tools with experience using MS packages - can demonstrate Excel skills</li><li>Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>An active willingness and ability to learn and develop new knowledge and skills</li><li>A confident communicator who works well within a team</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£30,000 - £35,000 plus study support package, hybrid remote working and wider benefits package</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi4xNzQzMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-08-12T13:41:39Z