<p>Robert Half are working with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation in seeking an experienced Stock Accountant to join their finance team on an initial 6-month contract.</p><p>Based in Wiltshire, full time on site.</p><p>This role will play a key part in supporting inventory reporting, project accounting activities, and driving insight through detailed variance analysis across a complex operational environment.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong manufacturing or engineering experience and advanced SAP knowledge to make an immediate impact within a large, fast-paced business.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Ownership of inventory and stock accounting processes Investigate and explain material, labour and manufacturing variances</p><p>Analyse inventory movements and stock valuations</p><p>Support month-end and year-end reporting activities</p><p>Work closely with operational and project teams to ensure accurate financial reporting Assist with project accounting, including cost tracking and profitability analysis</p><p>Review WIP (Work in Progress) balances and cost allocations</p><p>Reconcile inventory-related balance sheet accounts</p><p>Produce detailed management reports and financial analysis for senior stakeholders</p><p>Identify opportunities to improve financial controls and reporting processes</p><p>Key Requirements</p><p>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or Qualified by Experience</p><p>Previous experience in a manufacturing, engineering or project-based environment</p><p>Strong understanding of stock accounting, inventory controls and costing principles</p><p>Proven experience conducting detailed variance analysis</p><p>Project accounting experience desirable</p><p>Advanced SAP experience is essential</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci45MjYyNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Finance Consultant (Manufacturing Scale-up)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid - Bristol, with travel to London<br /> <strong>Duration:</strong> 4-6 months<br /> <strong>Rate:</strong> £450 - £550pd - Outside IR35<br /> <strong>Reports to:</strong> COO</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p><br /> A well-backed manufacturing scale-up is transitioning from R&D into commercial production. They are seeking an Interim Finance Consultant to design and implement stock, inventory and cost of goods sold (COGS) processes in their ERP, and to own the finance side of the ERP-MES integration. This is a hands-on, standalone role with no team to delegate to the successful candidate will have full ownership to build these processes from the ground up, leaving behind a documented, repeatable process for the permanent team to run after handover.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Main Focus;</strong></p><ul><li>Design and implement stock, inventory and COGS processes in the ERP system, covering costing method, valuation, bills of materials, and WIP and finished goods tracking</li><li>Own the month-end reconciliation between the ERP and the manufacturing execution system (MES)</li><li>Own the ERP-MES integration from the finance side, ensuring production data flows into the ledger accurately</li><li>Leave behind a documented, repeatable process the permanent team can run after handover</li></ul><p> </p><p>Reporting and scaling finance processes</p><ul><li>Improve management reporting and put in place the controls and processes needed to move from R&D into commercial production</li><li>Build gross margin and unit cost reporting</li><li>Move the business to production-based cost accounting as it scales</li></ul><p> </p><p>Stakeholder engagement and management</p><ul><li>Work closely with production, engineering and finance teams to understand shop floor operations, agree data ownership and process changes, and drive adoption of new ways of working</li><li>Act as the main point of contact for group finance agreeing reporting requirements, accounting policies and timelines up front, and keeping stakeholders updated on progress and risks</li><li>Manage expectations so that delivery aligns with group-level policies and needs</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on ERP implementation experience in a manufacturing or scale-up setting</li><li>Comfortable delivering alone with minimal support</li><li>Strong understanding of shop floor operations</li><li>Able to explain finance to non-finance teams, with the emotional intelligence to hold their own with senior group stakeholders</li><li>Ideally has experience remediating a poorly executed ERP rollout, and understands what good looks like from the outset</li></ul><p> </p><p>If you would like more information regarding the above role, please reach out directly to Hannah Curnow on 01179 35459.</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/aGFubmFoLmN1cm5vdy4zMjc1NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half are working in partnership with an established, highly regarded company near Malmesbury to recruit a Financial Analyst on a full-time permanent basis. The Financial Analyst will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, improving financial performance and driving business efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for someone that is looking to step into their first Financial Analyst role, that will bring either month-end or strong analytical skills, as well as good business partnering skills and experience with influencing business performance through quality financial analysis. The salary is between £40,000 - £50,000 plus excellent benefits. </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">As Financial Analyst, you will partner with Finance and operational stakeholders to provide insightful analysis across financial and commercial performance. You'll transform complex data into actionable recommendations, supporting budgeting, forecasting, profitability, and long-term business planning.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p>Key duties:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Analyse financial and commercial performance across multiple business areas, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.</li><li>Produce regular management reports and KPI analysis, including revenue, gross margin, working capital, and profitability.</li><li>Compare actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods, providing meaningful variance analysis.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling to aid strategic decision-making.</li><li>Deliver pricing, margin, and profitability analysis to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Analyse inventory and working capital performance, providing recommendations to improve efficiency and cash flow.</li><li>Support system enhancements, testing, and implementation of new reporting models.</li><li>Partner with Finance and operational teams to present clear, meaningful insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p> </p><p>We're looking for an analytical and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys financial and data analysis, whilst influencing business decisions.</p><p> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You must ideally have the following skills/experience:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience in a Financial Analyst, FP&A/Commercial Analyst or a management accounting type role.</li><li>A good understanding of P&L and balance sheet</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Good attention to detail</li><li>Competent Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise way.</li></ul><h2> </h2><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>£40,000 - £50,000 annual salary </li><li>24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) </li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>Employee well-being benefits</li><li>On site parking</li><li>Christmas party </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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy40NDQzMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a permanent Management Accountant to join a fast paced private equity backed business in Newport</p><p><strong> </strong> </p><p>We are seeking a proactive <strong>Part-Qualified Management Accountant</strong> to join our fast-paced finance team. This role offers a unique blend of core management accounting, commercial analysis, and high-level exposure to board-level reporting. You will play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of our financial data while supporting the business through a period of PE-driven growth.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Accounting & Month-End</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Management Accounts:</strong> Preparation and assistance with monthly management accounts, including prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations, and all relevant month-end tasks.</li><li><strong>Fixed Assets & Stock:</strong> Full ownership of <strong>Fixed Assets</strong>, including maintaining the register. Responsible for <strong>Creditors and Stock</strong> management, including weekly and month-end reporting.</li><li><strong>Ledger Management:</strong> Daily bank reconciliations, postings, and allocations to the AR/AP ledgers.</li><li><strong>Purchase Ledger Support:</strong> Ensuring all manual and <strong>3-way match GRN invoices</strong> are processed accurately and timely, in accordance with company finance policies.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Board Exposure</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Presentations:</strong> Assist in preparation and delivery of both <strong>Board presentations</strong> and <strong>Budget presentations</strong>.</li><li><strong>Group & International:</strong> Assisting with <strong>group consolidations</strong> and the management of <strong>International accounts</strong>.</li><li><strong>Cash Management:</strong> Managing the weekly payment run and providing essential assistance with <strong>cashflow forecasting</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong>Commercial Analysis & Budgeting</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Budgeting:</strong> Assisting with the preparation of annual budgets.</li><li><strong>Variance Analysis:</strong> Reviewing weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly spend with budget holders to analyse and report on spend vs. variance.</li></ul><p><strong>Audit & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Statutory Requirements:</strong> Assist in the preparation for <strong>Statutory returns</strong> and assisting in the <strong>year-end Statutory Audit</strong>.</li><li><strong>External Liaison: </strong>Assist with <strong>External Audits</strong>.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Technical Skills:</strong> Strong ERP experience and advanced Excel skills. Understanding of double entry and reconciliations</li><li><strong>Communication:</strong> Confident in presenting financial data to senior leadership and collaborating with non-finance budget holders.</li></ul><p> </p><p> <strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Full study support package</li><li>Exposure to Private Equity reporting cycles and high-level board interaction.</li><li>Salary from £30,000 to £35,000</li><li>Hybrid working-</li><li>Company bonus scheme</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjUzMzA1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><p><strong>Robert Half are recruiting on behalf of a well-established international manufacturing business for an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a permanent basis</strong></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is looking to develop their skills across transactional finance, reconciliations, reporting and month-end accounting.</p><p>The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the finance function, ensuring the accurate processing of financial transactions and maintaining strong financial controls across the business.</p><h3>What's on Offer?</h3><ul><li>Fixed-Term Contract</li><li>Monday to Friday office-based role</li><li>Hybrid working may be considered after probation</li><li>Core working hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm</li><li>Flexible working hours scheme</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Pension contribution: 4% employee / 5% employer</li><li>Supportive and collaborative finance team</li><li>Opportunity to develop accounting and reporting experience</li></ul><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Processing purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions</li><li>Managing invoice processing and ensuring financial records are accurately maintained</li><li>Allocating customer payments and reconciling cash receipts</li><li>Supporting credit control activities and monitoring outstanding balances</li><li>Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries</li><li>Performing supplier, customer, intercompany and bank reconciliations</li><li>Assisting with month-end accounting processes and financial reporting</li><li>Maintaining schedules relating to fixed assets, accruals, prepayments and operating expenses</li><li>Liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers and customers</li><li>Supporting multiple business entities with accounting requirements</li><li>Providing general finance and accounts administration support</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>You will have previous experience working within an Accounts or Finance function and be comfortable managing a variety of transactional accounting duties.</p><p><strong>Essential Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or similar role</li><li>Purchase ledger and/or sales ledger experience</li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills</li><li>Experience of reconciliations and financial administration</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines</li><li>Proactive approach to problem solving and resolving queries</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Credit control experience</li><li>SAP or similar ERP/accounting system experience</li><li>AAT qualification or studies towards an accounting qualification</li></ul><h3>Ideal Backgrounds</h3><p>We would be keen to speak with candidates currently working as:</p><ul><li>Accounts Assistant</li><li>Finance Assistant</li><li>Assistant Accountant</li><li>Accounts Administrator</li><li>Purchase Ledger Clerk</li><li>Sales Ledger Clerk</li><li>Ledger Clerk</li></ul><p>If you are looking for a varied finance position offering exposure across transactional finance, reconciliations and month-end accounting activities within a successful international organisation, Please get in contact.</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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuODYzMjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<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">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Financial Controller for a flourishing manufacturing organisation near Bridgend.</p><p><strong>Finance Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Finance Controller | Manufacturing | Permanent | £90,000 plus bonus + Benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with an established and successful manufacturing business to recruit a <strong>Finance Controller</strong>. This is a key, autonomous position reporting directly to the Head of Accounting, offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of financial reporting, controls, compliance and business performance.</p><p>This is a <strong>challenging and varied role</strong> where no two days will be the same. You will play a central role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the company's financial information, while partnering with senior stakeholders to drive financial performance and continuous improvement.</p><p>Experience within a <strong>complex manufacturing environment is essential</strong>.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Finance Controller, you will lead the company's financial activities and oversee the controls, processes and reporting frameworks that underpin the Finance function.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Leading the month-end management accounts process, ensuring group deadlines are met and all balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled.</li><li>Preparing accurate P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting for management.</li><li>Producing monthly board reports, providing insightful commentary on business performance.</li><li>Leading the annual budgeting and forecasting process, coordinating timelines and challenging assumptions.</li><li>Monitoring and analysing budget variances and identifying opportunities to improve financial performance.</li><li>Acting as a trusted finance business partner to departmental heads, challenging costs and driving accountability.</li><li>Developing, embedding and continuously improving financial policies, controls, processes and procedures.</li><li>Identifying and leading finance systems and process improvements to increase efficiency and reporting quality.</li><li>Managing purchase ledger and sales ledger activities, ensuring strong credit control and supplier payment processes.</li><li>Driving working capital improvements, including challenging inventory levels across both sites.</li><li>Overseeing cash flow and payments, reviewing forecasts and ensuring appropriate cash availability.</li><li>Leading year-end audit activity and working closely with external auditors and tax advisers.</li><li>Overseeing VAT, Plastic Tax, EPR, PAYE, P11D and Corporation Tax processes and ensuring all statutory obligations are met.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with UK legislation and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Working closely with the Group payroll team to ensure payroll accuracy and deadlines are achieved.</li><li>Coaching, developing and supporting the Finance team to improve performance and capability.</li><li>Providing financial leadership across the wider business and taking ownership of ad hoc finance projects.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for a confident, commercially minded Finance Controller who can operate autonomously while building strong relationships across the business.</p><p>You will ideally bring:</p><ul><li>A professional accountancy qualification (<strong>ACA, ACCA or CIMA</strong>) or significant relevant experience.</li><li>Proven experience of management accounts, monthly P&L reporting, cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting.</li><li>Previous experience managing or coordinating external audit processes.</li><li><strong>Essential experience within a manufacturing environment.</strong></li><li>Strong knowledge of financial controls, policies and compliance frameworks.</li><li>A continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to challenge existing processes and identify practical improvements.</li><li>Strong analytical and data-handling skills, with confidence using financial systems and Excel.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUPs; experience with macros would be advantageous.</li><li>Strong leadership and people-management skills, with a coaching-led approach.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence senior colleagues.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure and to tight deadlines.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take a <strong>high-impact role within an established manufacturing business</strong>, working closely with senior leadership and having genuine influence over financial performance, controls and continuous improvement.</p><p>If you're an experienced Finance Controller looking for your next challenge and have a strong manufacturing background, <strong>we'd love to hear from you.</strong></p><p><strong>Apply now to find out more.</strong></p><p>#FinanceController #FinancialController #FinanceJobs #AccountingJobs #Manufacturing #ManufacturingJobs #ManagementAccounts #FinanceLeadership #ACA #ACCA #CIMA #RobertHalf</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjMwNzM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">