<p><strong>Northampton</strong><br /><strong>Exclusive Retained Search - Robert Half - Head of Finance</strong></p><p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively retained by <strong>Miswa Chemicals Limited</strong> to appoint a <strong>Head of Finance</strong> based in <strong>Northampton</strong> in the <strong>office full time</strong>.</p><p>This role represents an opportunity for a <strong>high-performing finance leader</strong> to play a central role in scaling an ambitious manufacturing business while working closely with the owners and progressing toward a <strong>Finance Director position</strong> as the company continues its growth trajectory.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Miswa is a fast-growing, independent British manufacturer of transportation and industrial chemical solutions with a clear ambition to scale to £50m+ revenue by FY29 while maintaining disciplined, profitable growth.</p><p>The business is seeking a high-calibre Head of Finance to manage a small finance function with a huge opportunity to expand, with aspirations toward a future Finance Director role, to lead financial strategy through its next phase of expansion. This role will suit an experienced finance leader from an SME or entrepreneurial environment who is commercially sharp, operationally grounded and comfortable partnering closely with owner-directors.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><p>The Head of Finance will provide strategic and operational financial leadership, ensuring the business maintains strong financial discipline while scaling. The role will focus on delivering:</p><p><br />* Profitable and sustainable growth<br />* Rigorous financial control<br />* Strong cash flow management<br />* Robust governance and reporting<br />* Optimised funding structures<br />* Strategic readiness for future acquisitions</p><p>Working closely with the owners, the Head of Finance will strengthen profitability, build financial resilience and elevate the finance function to support long-term growth.</p><p><strong>Strategic Financial Leadership</strong><br />* Partner with the Managing Director and Board on long-term financial strategy<br />* Deliver EBITDA and cash targets aligned to the <strong>£50m growth plan</strong><br />* Lead disciplined capital allocation and investment decisions</p><p><strong>Profitability & Margin Management</strong><br />* Deliver SKU, customer and channel margin analysis<br />* Identify margin erosion and implement corrective action<br />* Support pricing governance and commercial decisions<br />* Drive continuous improvement in gross and net profitability</p><p><strong>Cash Flow & Reserve Development</strong><br />* Implement rolling <strong>6-12 month cash flow forecasting</strong><br />* Optimise working capital across inventory, receivables and payables<br />* Build and protect a meaningful cash reserve<br />* Develop structured plans to build an acquisition reserve</p><p><strong>Funding & Banking Oversight</strong><br />* Manage and optimise <strong>invoice discounting facilities</strong><br />* Oversee asset finance and commercial loan arrangements<br />* Support renegotiation of banking facilities and cost of capital<br />* Maintain strong relationships with lenders and advisors</p><p><strong>Capex & Investment Planning</strong><br />* Introduce structured ROI and payback analysis<br />* Evaluate capital expenditure proposals<br />* Ensure investment decisions align with strategic priorities</p><p><strong>Budgeting & Financial Governance</strong><br />* Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes<br />* Oversee delivery of clear monthly management accounts and board packs<br />* Implement financial dashboards aligned to key KPIs</p><p><strong>Operational Financial Control</strong><br />* Strengthen cost discipline across operations and production<br />* Link operational metrics to financial performance<br />* Drive financial accountability throughout the organisation</p><p><strong>Finance Team Leadership</strong><br />* Lead, develop and mentor the finance team<br />* Conduct structured performance reviews<br />* Improve reporting accuracy, systems and processes<br />* Oversee payroll governance and compliance</p><p><strong>FX & Risk Management</strong><br />* Develop and manage a structured foreign exchange strategy<br />* Protect margins through forward planning and hedging where appropriate<br />* Identify and manage financial risk proactively</p><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>We are seeking a commercially minded <strong>Head of Finance / aspiring Finance Director</strong> with:<br />* <strong>ACCA qualified (or equivalent)</strong><br />* Proven success within an <strong>SME growth environment</strong><br />* Strong experience driving <strong>profitability and margin improvement</strong><br />* Advanced <strong>working capital and cash flow management expertise</strong><br />* Experience managing <strong>invoice discounting, asset finance and loan structures</strong><br />* Track record renegotiating banking facilities<br />* Experience preparing businesses for <strong>acquisition or investment</strong><br />* Ability to operate effectively at <strong>Board level</strong><br />* Hands-on style with strong operational understanding<br />* High integrity and discretion when working with founders/owners</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuOTYyODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a fast growing Data Centre business in the UK who are looking to hire an immediate, qualified interim Financial Accountant for a 9 month role.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, German speaking qualified Financial Accountant for a 9 month role and as part of this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul><li>Monthly Close & Reporting: Support monthly close activities for German and German JV entities under US GAAP, including journal review, variance analysis, and financial submissions.</li><li>GAAP Reconciliation: Perform reconciliations between German GAAP and US GAAP, investigating and documenting differences in line with group policies.</li><li>Process Documentation: Create and maintain SOPs and process documentation for key accounting areas, ensuring clarity, consistency, and control.</li><li>Balance Sheet Oversight: Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews and reconciliation reviews, ensuring account accuracy, completeness, and alignment with internal controls.</li><li>Statutory & Tax Support: Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and support the collection of data for tax filings (including VAT).</li><li>Audit Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to ensure timely, accurate statutory audits.</li><li>Compliance & Controls: Help ensure adherence to US GAAP, German GAAP, and internal accounting policies. Support the implementation of financial controls.</li><li>Issue Resolution: Investigate accounting issues, propose solutions, and drive improvements across processes and systems.</li><li>Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with shared services, external providers, and regional/global finance teams to ensure smooth operations.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Financial Accountant role will be a qualified accountant CA, ACA or ACCA who is fluent in German and has experience working on German GAAP.</p><p>You must be immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is a fast growing Data Centre business who are looking to recruit an immediate, qualified Financial Accountant for 10 month role. This role is fully remote and can be based anywhere within the UK.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £400-450 per day, dependant on experience.</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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi4yMDQ2NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are exclusively partnering with Digital Advertising firm in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, interim Financial Accountant for 3 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Financial Accountant for a 3 month contract and as part of this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul><li>Handle the high-volume data gathering required for the country filings to ensure we hit deadlines without stalling.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations </li><li>Statutory Filings & Cash Recovery</li><li>Audit Finalisation & Reconciliation Cleanup.</li><li>Managing remaining audit queries and completing a full cleanup of the client vs. Third-Party reconciliations. Audit Readiness</li><li>Systematically gathering, labelling, and verifying supporting documentation (invoices, contracts, bank statements) to prevent back-and-forth with auditors.</li><li>Audit Trail Maintenance</li><li>Year end reconciliations</li><li>Statutory Filing & Global Compliance: Managing filings for France, Italy, Sweden, Brazil, UK, Australia, Singapore and Germany (2024 & 2025)</li><li>Ensuring all accounts are reconciled monthly, providing a "clean" starting point for the auditors.</li><li>Bank reconciliations</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this interim Financial Accountant role will have experience assisting on audits, statutory reporting and have strong balance sheet reconciliations. </p><p>You must be immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is an fast growing Digital Advertising firm based in London. Please note that this role will be based in the clients Central London office 3 days per week.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £23-27 per hour, plus holiday pay, dependant on experience. </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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi4zMDg5Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Accountant on behalf of a Large Organisation based in the Centre of Luton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Accountant you will report to the Head of Finance and play a key role in supporting all external reporting and statutory compliance for the business including year end, VAT returns and cashflow forecasting. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Lead on the management of the balance sheet including reconciliations</li><li>Fixed assets</li><li>Direct and indirect tax returns and management of VAT</li><li>Assist in the preparation of the annual financial statements</li><li>Key contact for audit and compliance</li><li>Cashflow management</li><li>Assisting with the development of Finance systems and tools</li><li>Mentoring and management of a small team</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant either trained in Practice or developed through industry having worked through a core transactional accounting and book-keeping route who is fully able to read, prepare and complete financial statements. This is an excellent role within a supportive environment that offers career progression and also a true work-life balance.</p><p>Salary</p><p>Role of Financial Accountant in Luton is working on a Hybrid basis 3 days in the office and offering a salary of Circa 40K with excellent additional benefits such as holiday and pension.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTYwODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Will Trevor of Robert Half is partnering with an Architecture firm in London, supporting the hire of a Financial Controller. </p><p><strong>Role Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of financial accounting, including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures and internal controls to ensure compliance.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.</li><li>Oversee the preparation and filing of tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.</li><li>Manage treasury functions, cash flow and investment activities.</li><li>Manage multi-entity and multi-currency accounting operations, ensuring accurate consolidation and reporting.</li><li>Oversee WIP accounting.</li><li>Provide team management to direct reports.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified.</li><li>Team management essential to the growth of this business and role.</li><li>Proficiency in accounting software, use of Sage and knowledge of Rapport3 advantageous.</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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuNzYwMjMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This is a dynamic and growing renewable energy consultancy business based in London. They transform waste and pollution from production in various sectors, turning it into clean energy.</p><p>Due to continued growth and new projects, they are looking to hire an Accounts Assistant to join their finance department.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The Accounts Assistant for this renewable energy business based in the London, will work closely with the Finance Manager, and own various duties across Accounts Payable and Receivable. Their key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Manage Accounts Payable, including invoice processing, supplier queries, payments and reconciliations.</li><li>Oversee supplier onboarding and master data, ensuring accurate setup and bank detail verification.</li><li>Support Accounts Receivable, including invoicing, cash posting and credit control.</li><li>Perform regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations, including intercompany balances.</li><li>Produce weekly and monthly reporting on creditors, debtors and unregistered invoices.</li><li>Handle employee expenses and maintain strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Assist with treasury postings and ad hoc finance tasks as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal profile for this Accounts Assistant position, should have the following attributes:</p><ul><li>1-2 years of experience within a similar Accounts Payable position.</li><li>Experience with bank reconciliations</li><li>Basic bookkeeping and accounting knowledge</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li><li>Proficient with Excel</li><li>Studying towards a recognised qualification e.g. AAT</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£32,000 to £35,000 plus benefits:</p><ul><li>Hybrid working </li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Study support (post probation)</li><li>Life insurance</li></ul><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjEwMDEzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a global Tech firm in West London firm who are looking to hire an immediate, qualified interim Finance Manager for 3 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Finance Manager for 3 a month role. This will be a hands on Finance Manager role and as part of this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul><li>Manage, coach and develop an accountant to drive a high-performing culture.</li><li>Promote collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. Financial Reporting & Control</li><li>Drive the preparation and first-level review of month-end, half year and year end close reporting across multiple entities, providing insightful variance commentary and ensuring timely, accurate delivery of internal and external submissions, including annual financial statements and other statutory filing obligations.</li><li>Demonstrate day-to-day operational knowledge of IFRS, applying technical standards in routine accounting transactions to ensure compliance and high-quality financial reporting.</li><li>Hands on responsibility for day‑to‑day general ledger operations, including preparing and posting journals, performing account reconciliations and investigating variances.</li><li>Hands on entity level budgeting and forecasting process with robust, insightful commentary that clearly articulates key drivers, trends, and risks. </li><li>Support accounts payable queries and drive general ledger accuracy including journal processing, reconciliations and month-end close activities.</li><li>Act as primary lead for external audits, efficiently managing timelines, requests and stakeholder communication.</li><li>Hands-on ownership of timely and efficient reporting across multiple entities and currencies, including the intercompany recharge process, FX movements, and key reconciliations Business Partnering</li><li>Collaborate with regional and local leaders to provide financial insights that drive cost discipline, working capital improvements and resource allocation.</li><li>Forecast and manage liquidity across multiple entities and currencies.</li><li>Support group-level cash repatriation strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory and tax requirements. Problem-Solving & Continuous Improvement </li><li>Prepare accurate VAT returns, monthly filing and supporting reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare monthly corporate income tax provision and quarterly advance payments computation.</li><li>Support the global tax team with the annual tax filing process with exposure to transfer pricing requirements and supporting data.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Finance Manager role will be a qualified accountant ACA, ACCA or CA who has excellent technical acumen. Strong inter-company and multi-currency reporting skill set as well as hands on monthly reporting experience.</p><p>You must be immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is a Technology firm who are looking to recruit an immediate, interim qualified Finance Manager for a 3 month role. This role is hybrid and based in West London.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim Finance Manager role will be paying circa £375-400 per day, dependant on experience. </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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi40OTI5MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Large Financial Services client with offices in Northampton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support the Finance Director and oversee all finance and payroll activity,. You will help to prepare all internal and external financial reporting as well as providing expert timely and insightful financial analysis, to support the business in maximising profitability and efficiency. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts and other financial reports including budgets and KPIs.</li><li>Produce high quality monthly consolidated and entity management accounts, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, to agreed deadlines with supporting operational analysis.</li><li>Undertake analysis as required on company performance, highlighting areas of concern or risk.</li><li>Develop analysis as required to support the development and subsequent measurement of sales strategies.</li><li>Manage forecasts for the annual business plan and report monthly cost actuals against business plans.</li><li>Present reports to senior management to assist with business planning and decision making and goal achievement.</li><li>Oversight of AP and AR</li><li>P+L Reviews</li><li>Payroll Processing</li><li>Team Management</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ideally from within a Practice environment with prior experience working in a Finance Manager or Financial Controller position and with experience of producing monthly consolidated management accounts for a group of companies. In addition you will have strong reporting and process improvement exposure with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and performance/risk analysis This is an excellent Senior Opportunity within a fast paced, growing organisation.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is working on a 5 days a week basis in the office in Northampton from their impressive offices and is paying £70-100K + Benefits</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uODc2MzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of a specialist Engineering business with offices in Leighton Buzzard.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Finance Manager you will assist the FC in delivering accurate and timely financial and commercial reporting for the UK business. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Management of the outsourced AP function</li><li>Statutory Accounts and Treasury Management</li><li>Contract Analysis and WIP reporting with associated Business Partnering</li><li>Intercompany recharging</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintenance of the SAP system</li><li>Internal and external audits</li><li>Tax submissions</li><li>Board level reporting</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified and Technically Strong Accountant either from a Practice or Industry environment with the ability to provide a best in class financial reporting process whilst also looking after the strategic performance and direction of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a Technical individual to develop their skills across commercial areas with a large complex organisation </p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Finance Manager is a Permanent Opportunity and working 3 days a week in the office in Leighton Buzzard after an initial handover period.. The role is paying up to £60K + Bonus + Benefits</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMzQ1MDguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a specialist Research Organisation with offices in Hertfordshire - easily commutable from Harpenden, St Albans, Luton, Hemel and surroundings.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will report to the FD and work <strong>closely with department heads and contribute to cross functional initiatives that enable effective financial management to aid organisational performance</strong>. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Lead the preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns</li><li>Oversee the timely and accurate processing of purchase invoices, payment requests, and expense claims.</li><li>Ensure monthly bank reconciliations are completed and that intercompany accounts are reconciled as part of the month end close process.</li><li>Lead the production of monthly management accounts for the Business and support the FD in preparing the annual organisational budget.</li><li>Production of annual report and accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards</li><li>Leadership of month end process and production and presentation of management accounts</li><li>Regular financial reporting to the Executive Board</li><li>Use financial information to give recommendations on key business decisions</li><li>Leadership of the Procurement Team</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with extensive experience leading on the production of draft statutory accounts and internal management accounts. Deep experience & knowledge in financial accounting, reporting and control. This is an excellent senior opportunity to work within an organisation that can affect the wider world and community</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller in Herfordshire is working 3 days a week in the office and offering a salary of £70-75K</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDI3MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a specialist outsourced service provider with offices in Ware, Hertfordshire.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support an impressive CFO with the management of the finance team, core reporting and aiding in key business decisions. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare and produce high quality monthly consolidated and entity management accounts and other financial reports ensuring compliance with UK GAAP including budgets, reforecast and KPIs.</li><li>Analysis on company performance, highlighting areas of concern or risk.</li><li>Develop analysis as required to support the development and subsequent measurement of sales strategies.</li><li>Manage payment runs, ensuring prompt and efficient payment to suppliers.</li><li>Work with the sales support team to ensure that invoices are raised, and cash is collected, on-time and effectively.</li></ul><ul><li>Aged debtor review and improvement</li></ul><ul><li>Manage payroll processing, alongside outsourced payroll provider</li><li>Perform monthly P&L reviews and prepare associated balance sheet and revenue reconciliations.</li><li>Manage the year end audit, statutory accounts and corporation tax</li><li>Support the CFO in M&A activities.</li><li>Team management and development</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with proven experience in a Financial Controller of Finance Manager position ideally from a SME or growth environment. You will have strong leadership and communication skills and looking for a new opportunity within a changing and developing organisation with an excellent mentor.</p><p>Salary</p><p>Role of Financial Controller in Ware is working on a Hybrid basis 3 days in the office and offering a salary of £80-90K DOE.</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTM0ODYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Will Trevor of Robert Half is partnering with an Online Retailer actively hiring a Senior Tax Accountant.</p><p>The client is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Tax Accountant to join their Finance team and work closely with external tax advisors to prepare and file European direct and indirect tax returns.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced tax professional who thrives in a fast-paced, continuously evolving international business. The successful candidate will bring strong attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset. A collaborative team player with a positive, outgoing approach will flourish in this role.</p><p>Reporting directly to the CFO, you will take ownership of the Group's international tax compliance, planning, and reporting, while also contributing to advisory and project-based work. The role offers broad exposure across the business, with regular interaction with Senior Management and multiple cross-functional teams in a highly commercial environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Corporate income tax compliance</p></li><li><p>Value Added Tax (VAT) and other indirect taxes</p></li><li><p>Withholding taxes</p></li><li><p>Transfer pricing documentation</p></li><li><p>Country-by-country reporting</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Coordinate with finance colleagues to ensure all tax payments are made accurately and on time, including preparation of monthly tax account reconciliations</p></li><li><p>Manage relationships with external tax advisors and support tax audits by local tax authorities</p></li><li><p>Proactively research and analyse tax rules and implications related to cross-border activities</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with Treasury, Finance, Accounting, and Legal teams on tax forecasting, restructurings, cash deployment, and foreign currency matters</p></li><li><p>Assist with annual tax provisioning and accounting</p></li><li><p>Manage registrations and de-registrations with tax authorities when opening or closing legal entities</p></li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Be ACA / ACCA / CTA qualified, or qualified by experience with 3-4+ years' tax experience</p></li><li><p>Have strong experience in both direct and indirect taxation within a multi-national environment</p></li><li><p>Demonstrate a solid background in indirect tax (VAT), with a genuine interest in developing further expertise in corporate tax and transfer pricing</p></li><li><p>Have experience in cross-border B2C retail and selling through on-line Marketplaces</p></li><li><p>Be a self-starter who is comfortable working across functions and engaging with senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Bring a proactive, problem-solving mindset with strong communication skills</p></li></ul><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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuOTgzOTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Management Accountant | Leading Facilities Management & Workplace Solutions Group | Central London (Hybrid Working- 3 Days in office) | £55,000 | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are working with a market-leading facilities management and workplace solutions provider, operating at scale across multiple industries and supporting some of the world's most recognisable brands. The organisation delivers a wide range of integrated services across large and complex client sites within a dynamic, multi-service operating environment.</p><p> </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a high-performing finance team, supporting a broad and complex portfolio of contracts.</p><p> </p><p>This role offers genuine variety, with exposure to senior finance stakeholders and operational teams, and the chance to make a tangible impact by delivering accurate, insightful reporting, improving financial visibility across contracts, and driving process improvements. It's well suited to a Management Accountant looking to step into a role where you can take full ownership of the management accounts process and collaborate closely with Finance Business Partners.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Take ownership of monthly management accounts for a portfolio of operational contracts, delivering accurate, timely reporting with clear financial analysis.</li><li>Manage the full end-to-end accounting process, including revenue recognition, cost accruals, and preparation of journals.</li><li>Lead the month-end close process, ensuring completeness and accuracy across all key financial areas.</li><li>Oversee contract accounting, ensuring revenue, costs, and profitability are accurately captured and reported.</li><li>Review and analyse payroll costs and subcontractor spend, ensuring alignment with contract budgets and operational activity.</li><li>Maintain the balance sheet, including ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and review of key working capital positions.</li><li>Manage fixed asset accounting, ensuring accurate capitalisation and reconciliation processes.</li><li>Work closely with Finance Business Partners and operational stakeholders to provide financial insight and support decision-making.</li><li>Review open purchase orders and support effective cost management across contracts.</li><li>Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and readiness.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting efficiency, and data accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with a wide network of stakeholders across finance, operations, and leadership.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>About You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>ACCA, or CIMA part or fully qualified.</li><li>Proven management accounting experience within large, high-volume and fast-paced organisations, ideally within contract-led or service-focused businesses.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Confident communicator who can engage effectively with finance and non-finance teams.</li><li>Proactive, organised, and comfortable working to tight deadlines.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£55,000 base salary</li><li>Hybrid working- 3 days per week in the London office.</li><li>Private health insurance and a competitive benefits package.</li><li>Clear career development opportunities within a global market leader.</li><li>Exposure to high-value contracts, senior stakeholders, and finance transformation initiatives.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a Management Accountant seeking a broad, hands-on management accounting role in a complex, global business. You'll play a key part in delivering the numbers and insight that underpin commercial performance, while gaining exposure to a diverse range of contracts, senior stakeholders, and finance transformation initiatives.</p><p> </p><p>You'll join a supportive, high-performing finance team that values collaboration, professional growth, and continuous improvement, giving you the platform to develop your skills and progress your career. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact and see the value your work brings to the wider organisation, this position offers both challenge and opportunity in equal measure.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNjk1MDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong> GROUP FINANCE DIRECTOR </strong></p><p><br /> I am proud to be the retained search partner to a well-established, reputable and highly profitable pharmaceutical manufacturing group that has a diverse range of products across its five business units. Due to internal change they now seek to recruit a Group CFO that will oversee business unit performance, develop Divisional Finance Directors, identify acquisition opportunities, steer growth strategy through partnership with operational leadership and manage the relationship with the board.<br /> </p><p>This role would be based from their Beaconsfield HQ with the opportunity to work from home 1-2 days per week.</p><p><br /> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Financial Leadership:</strong></li><ul><li>Develop and implement group-wide financial strategies aligned with the individual business's strategy and business goals.</li><li>Advise the Group Chief Executive and executive team on financial planning, risk management, and investment opportunities.</li></ul><li><strong>Financial Operations & Reporting:</strong></li><ul><li>Provision of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated group management accounts and reports to the board and executive team.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li>Provide strong support and challenge to all capital expenditure proposals across the group to ensure strong return on investments.</li><li>Responsible for monthly Group management accounts.</li><li>Responsible for effective management of the Group's cash position including FX and treasury.</li></ul><li><strong>Compliance & Risk Management:</strong></li><ul><li>Ensuring compliance with all financial, accounting and tax requirements for the Group, working with external advisors as appropriate.</li><li>Oversee the annual audit and preparation of statutory accounts working with the external auditors.</li><li>Ensure all businesses within the group adhere to the internal Group Finance and Governance framework to deliver a robust financial control environment.</li><li>Ensure that effective risk and resilience plans are in place across the Group to mitigate financial risks to the Group.</li></ul><li><strong>Team Leadership & Development:</strong></li><ul><li>Lead and mentor the finance leaders across all of businesses providing coaching and support as required.</li><li>Foster a high-performance culture within the Group's finance function.</li></ul><li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement:</strong></li><ul><li>Proactively manage relationships with the external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies as appropriate.</li><li>Produce insightful financial management information with regards to operational and strategic performance to the Managing Directors, Executive team and Board.</li></ul><li><strong>Miscellaneous:</strong></li><ul><li>Oversee and administer payroll for senior leaders.</li><li>Provide support on any ad hoc activities and projects as instructed by the Group CEO and Board.</li></ul></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Senior finance leadership experience in a multi-site, operationally complex environment with exposure to a manufacturing sector business</li><li>Strong commercial orientation with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>Robust technical capability, including audit oversight and acquisition accounting.</li></ul><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £150,000 and £180,000 P/A based on experience</li><li>A car allowance of £6500 P/A</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 25%</li><li>7% pension contribution</li><li>26 days holiday plus 8 bank holiday</li><li>Income protection</li><li>Death in service</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Other great benefits on application</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMzc5NDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Management Accountant | Technology Services Organisation | Central London (Hybrid - 2 Days in Office) | £60,000 - £65,000 | 12-Month FTC</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering with an established technology services business to recruit a Management Accountant on a 12-month fixed term contract. This position sits within a high-performing finance team and offers broad exposure across revenue accounting, forecasting, and financial analysis.</p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Management Accountant to take ownership of key reporting processes while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>📊</strong><strong> About the Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a central role in delivering accurate revenue accounting, management reporting, and forward-looking financial analysis for a key division of the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Revenue Accounting & Management Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Monthly reporting of actual results, including revenue recognition across fixed price, annuity, and time & materials contracts.</li><li>Ownership of data integrity and accuracy across revenue streams.</li><li>Monthly reporting of revenue and gross margin by customer, deal, and revenue type.</li><li>Detailed analysis of results versus forecast and budget, providing clear variance explanations.</li><li>Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including reconciliation of prior month accruals and timesheet compliance.</li><li>Preparation of month-end journals and balance sheet reconciliations.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Forecasting & Planning</strong></p><ul><li>Ownership of the monthly forecast process for a professional services division.</li><li>Working closely with senior stakeholders to understand pipeline, workload, and resource planning assumptions.</li><li>Supporting inputs into the Annual Operating Budget.</li><li>Managing and evolving KPI reporting, including building additional metrics where required.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Controls & Process</strong></p><ul><li>Responsibility for intercompany reconciliations, invoicing, recharges, and supporting analysis.</li><li>Ensuring balance sheet integrity through regular reconciliations.</li><li>Supporting continuous improvement in financial systems and processes.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with data protection and information security policies.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋<strong> What We're Looking For</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>ACCA or CIMA qualified or qualified by experience.</li><li>6+ years' experience in a Management Accountant or similar role.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Essential:</strong> Proven experience in organisations with billable hours, such as law firms, management consulting, or IT consulting.</li><li><strong>Essential</strong><strong>:</strong> Strong understanding of revenue recognition.</li></ul><ul><li>Solid experience in financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively within a finance team and partner effectively with senior stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝<strong> What's on Offer</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 salary.</li><li>12-month fixed term contract.</li><li>Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the London office.</li><li>Direct reporting line to the Finance Director, offering strong visibility within the finance function.</li><li>Broad exposure across revenue accounting, forecasting, and performance analysis within a growing organisation.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>💼</strong><strong> Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>This role offers the chance to step into a well-structured finance environment where you can take ownership of key revenue accounting areas and contribute to high-quality financial insight. With direct access to senior finance leadership and responsibility across multiple core processes, it provides valuable breadth and visibility within a dynamic technology services business.</p><p>If you're an experienced Management Accountant seeking your next challenge within a collaborative and forward-thinking finance team, this opportunity provides a strong platform to make an impact.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMTUyOTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Overview:</strong><br />Robert Half is working with a valued, long-standing client to recruit a Temporary Payments Administrator for a 6-month assignment based in their Saffron Walden office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a junior background in finance, accounts, or mortgages who is looking to build hands-on experience within a supportive and fast-paced environment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Reconciliation, tracking, and chasing of manual payments made to the Society</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Monitoring and maintaining accurate records of fees paid, outstanding, and cancelled</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Processing refunds for fees paid but not utilised</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Supporting the onboarding of new mortgage applications</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Liaising via telephone with mortgage brokers and conveyancing solicitors regarding applications and associated fees</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Instructing mortgage valuations and reconciling related records</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Providing administrative support to the Processing team to ensure efficient and accurate mortgage processing</p></li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Candidate Profile:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Previous experience in a finance, accounts, or mortgage-related role (junior level welcomed)</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Strong attention to detail and organisational skills</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Confident communicator, particularly over the phone</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Comfortable working with data, reconciliations, and financial tracking</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Proactive and able to manage workload effectively in a busy team environment</p></li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Additional Information:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Full-time, office-based role in Saffron Walden</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Immediate or short-notice availability preferred</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a reputable organisation</p></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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjY2NjgzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Accountant | Energy Sector | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £75,000 - £95,000 | 2 Year Fixed Term Contract</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Qualified Accountant to join a global Energy & Infrastructure business as <strong>Senior Accountant</strong>, based in Central London. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to senior leadership and front-office teams involved in <strong>energy trading and commercial operations</strong>. The ideal candidate will bring a strong grounding in both <strong>financial and management accounting</strong>, along with exposure to <strong>commodities or financial instruments</strong>-whether from <strong>energy, oil and gas or utilities</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>The organisation is a major player in the transition to low-carbon energy, delivering large-scale solutions across the UK and internationally. With operations in over 70 countries, they support both public and private sector clients across power, heat, and infrastructure projects.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for core reporting activities and act as a key finance contact for both senior stakeholders and operational teams. Your responsibilities will include:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Preparing and delivering monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of annual statutory accounts and ensuring compliance with all audit and disclosure requirements.</li><li>Assisting in financial planning and forecasting to support budgeting and business strategy.</li><li>Managing internal and external queries related to invoicing, settlements, and payment flows-particularly those linked to <strong>energy trading and commodities exposure</strong>.</li><li>Taking ownership of VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HMRC requirements.</li><li>Producing regular and ad-hoc cash flow forecasts, including scenario modelling in response to market volatility.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)</strong> with experience across both <strong>financial and management accounting</strong>.</li><li>Strong technical foundation, with hands-on experience in <strong>statutory reporting, cash flow forecasting, VAT</strong>, and <strong>month-end close</strong>.</li><li>Exposure to <strong>commodities, financial instruments</strong>, or <strong>traded environments</strong> is essential-this may come from <strong>energy, utilities, or oil and gas</strong>.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and confidence working with C-level and front-office stakeholders.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple reporting streams.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>What's on offer</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Salary of £75,000-£95,000 depending on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working (2 days per week in the office).</li><li>Annual bonus scheme (Up to 25%).</li><li>Generous pension scheme.</li><li>Flexible benefits allowance.</li><li>28 days holiday.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is more than just a <strong>BAU accounting or reporting role</strong>. You'll be embedded in the heart of the business with direct lines of communication to the <strong>CEO</strong>, <strong>Traders</strong>, and <strong>Business Development teams</strong>-giving you visibility and input into real-time commercial decision-making. You'll join a globally backed, purpose-driven energy business with a strong UK footprint and an ambitious growth strategy. From district heating networks to major decarbonisation partnerships, the company is shaping the UK's low-carbon future and finance plays a key role in enabling that mission.</p><p>If you're looking for a finance role with substance, senior visibility, and exposure to a complex, high-growth environment, this is it.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMjM3OTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Job Title:</strong> Accountant (AAT qualified minimum)<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire office 5 days</p><br><h3><strong>About the Firm</strong></h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half is recruiting on behalf of a reputable accountancy practice based in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire. The firm provides a broad range of accounting, tax, and advisory services to a varied client base, including owner-managed businesses, sole traders, and limited companies across multiple sectors.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The practice is known for delivering high-quality, personalised services, supporting clients with both compliance requirements and ongoing financial guidance. The team environment is collaborative, professional, and focused on maintaining strong client relationships.</p><br><h3><strong>About the Role</strong></h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and detail-oriented AAT/ACCA-qualified accountant to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients and ensuring compliance with UK tax regulations and statutory requirements.</p><br><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Prepare and submit: <ul data-spread="false"><li>Self-assessment tax returns</li><li>Corporation tax returns</li><li>VAT returns</li></ul></li><li>Manage client payroll accurately and within deadlines</li><li>Ensure compliance with HMRC and Companies House regulations</li><li>Maintain and manage accounting records using: <ul data-spread="false"><li>Sage</li><li>QuickBooks</li><li>Xero</li></ul></li><li>Provide general accounting support, guidance, and advice to clients</li><li>Handle bookkeeping and financial reporting tasks across multiple client accounts</li></ul><br><h3><strong>Requirements</strong></h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Minimum AAT qualification (ACCA qualified or part-qualified preferred)</li><li>Proficiency in Sage, QuickBooks, and Xero</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK tax regulations and accounting standards</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple client accounts</li></ul><br><h3><strong>Desirable Skills</strong></h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience working in an accountancy practice</li><li>Familiarity with additional accounting software</li></ul><br><h3><strong>Experience Required</strong></h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>At least 1 year of experience in: <ul data-spread="false"><li>Self-assessment tax returns</li><li>VAT returns</li><li>Payroll</li><li>Bookkeeping</li><li>Accounts preparation and corporation tax returns</li></ul></li></ul><br><h3><strong>Additional Requirements</strong></h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Fluent in English</li><li>AAT/ACCA certification required</li><li>Ability to reliably commute to Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire or relocate prior to starting</li></ul><br><h3><strong>Job Details</strong></h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-time</li><li><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> In-person</li><li><strong>Benefits:</strong><ul data-spread="false"><li>Flexitime</li></ul></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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTc4MTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Will Trevor at Robert Half, London is actively hiring a Financial Controller with a Agri / International Food Business. </p><p>This role will be based in London and will allow for fully remote working when in the UK, 70% of the position will require international travel across Africa. </p><p>Fluent French speaking is a mandatory requirement.</p><p><strong>Duties of the role Below:</strong></p><ul><li>Liaising with local finance teams to prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and business plans for African entities and projects</li><li>Analyze variances between actual results, budget, and forecast, providing insights to management</li><li>Support monthly and annual closing activities in coordination with local finance and accounting teams</li><li>Ensure reliability and consistency of financial data received from local subsidiaries</li><li>Support local management in planning and controlling activities</li><li>Prepare periodic financial reports for headquarters</li><li>Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, and Audit functions</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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuOTYzNDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>This Accountant for </strong><strong>a rapidly growing Investment Bank paying £55,000 to £60,000 depending on experience with a Discretionary bonus, based in Heart of the West End. </strong></p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>As an Accountant, you will work closely with the Financial Controller who is all about internal growth and development. Please find a brief outline of the role below:</p><ul><li>Maintenance of accounting records across a broad range of revenue, expense, and balance sheet categories, including preparation of accruals, US GAAP to IFRS adjustments, lease accounting, prepayments management and fixed asset register maintenance</li><li>Supporting monthly results analysis and reporting to management</li><li>Preparation and collation of support for all balances and disclosures related to financial statements, including balance sheet substantiation</li><li>Researching accounting treatments and preparing accounting policy papers, research of technical accounting and disclosure queries, drafting papers to explain treatment, ensure compliance with accounting standards and local regulations</li><li>Supporting the preparation of forecasts, including capital and liquidity planning, and stress- testing for our regulated entities</li><li>Documentation of control weaknesses and areas of improvement, providing timely recommendations for improvement</li><li>Completion of and monitoring of delivery against detailed plans, provision of regular updates and early identification of expected delays, with appropriate escalation</li><li>Assist with other ad-hoc projects as required; proposing changes, designing test plans and ensure smooth implementation of new functionality</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The Accountant for this Investment Bank Firm is ideally for the below</p><ul><li>A newly Qualified Top 6 audit trained accountant (ACA)</li><li>Audited financial services- ideally (investment banks, banking capital markets)</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>The accountant will report into a hugely impressive Financial Controller who you will very closely on the day-to-day operations. This Investment bank have had year on year growth and no looking like it's slowing down in 2026. The bank offers great benefits as well as work life balance </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>Salary is bench marked £55,000 to £60,000 on experience -Additionally, a bonus, private medical insurance, pension</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF0dC5CaXJkLjc2NzE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Will Trevor, Senior Talent Solutions Manager at Robert Half is partnering with an Architecture firm on the hiring of a Management Accountant.</p><p><strong>Role Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare project budgets and forecasts working closely with PMs and Architects.</li><li>Monitor project costs and track variances against budget.</li><li>Assist with month-end closing activities, including journal entries, reconciliations and financial statement preparation.</li><li>Manage the financial accounting and reporting for multiple entities, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Oversee multi-currency transactions, mitigating foreign exchange rates.</li><li>Collaborate with department heads to ensure process improvement delivery.</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified.</li><li>Proven experience in management accounting, with a focus on multi-entity and multi-currency environments.</li><li>Proficiency in accounting software, use of Sage and knowledge of Rapport3 advantageous.</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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuNTQ5NzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="474" data-start="161"><strong data-end="176" data-start="161">Robert Half</strong> are pleased to be working with a well-established organisation based in <strong data-start="249" data-end="256">Ely</strong> to recruit an <strong data-end="295" data-start="271">Assistant Accountant</strong> on a permanent basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to broaden their experience within a supportive and collaborative finance team.</p><p data-end="706" data-start="476">Working closely with colleagues across the finance function and wider business, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting financial reporting, reconciliations, and the day-to-day running of the accounts function.</p><h3 data-end="732" data-start="708">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="2416" data-start="733"><li data-start="733" data-end="903"><p data-start="735" data-end="903">Assist with the production of monthly management accounts, including preparing and posting journals such as accruals and prepayments, and supporting overhead analysis</p></li><li data-start="904" data-end="998"><p data-end="998" data-start="906">Carry out balance sheet reconciliations and help investigate and resolve any discrepancies</p></li><li data-start="999" data-end="1086"><p data-end="1086" data-start="1001">Support the reconciliation of stock and goods received not invoiced (GRNI) balances</p></li><li data-end="1185" data-start="1087"><p data-start="1089" data-end="1185">Assist with the preparation and submission of VAT returns and other required financial filings</p></li><li data-start="1186" data-end="1268"><p data-start="1188" data-end="1268">Maintain and update the fixed asset register, ensuring records remain accurate</p></li><li data-end="1379" data-start="1269"><p data-start="1271" data-end="1379">Ensure financial records, supporting documentation and accounting systems are kept accurate and up to date</p></li><li data-start="1380" data-end="1501"><p data-end="1501" data-start="1382">Oversee and maintain the purchase ledger, ensuring invoices are processed correctly and queries are resolved promptly</p></li><li data-start="1502" data-end="1583"><p data-end="1583" data-start="1504">Perform regular bank reconciliations, identifying and resolving any variances</p></li><li data-start="1584" data-end="1655"><p data-end="1655" data-start="1586">Maintain accurate accounting records using internal finance systems</p></li><li data-end="1776" data-start="1656"><p data-end="1776" data-start="1658">Use Excel to analyse and interpret financial data, including working with functions such as lookups and pivot tables</p></li><li data-start="1777" data-end="1868"><p data-end="1868" data-start="1779">Work with colleagues across the business to resolve finance-related queries efficiently</p></li><li data-start="1869" data-end="1982"><p data-end="1982" data-start="1871">Handle financial information with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality in line with GDPR requirements</p></li><li data-start="1983" data-end="2105"><p data-start="1985" data-end="2105">Support improvements to existing finance processes and assist with the implementation of new procedures where required</p></li><li data-end="2186" data-start="2106"><p data-end="2186" data-start="2108">Provide support with ad-hoc reporting, analysis and finance-related projects</p></li><li data-end="2304" data-start="2187"><p data-start="2189" data-end="2304">Assist with year-end audit preparation, including providing supporting schedules and documentation when requested</p></li><li data-end="2416" data-start="2305"><p data-start="2307" data-end="2416">Provide cover for colleagues within the finance team when required and support the wider department as needed</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2418" data-end="2431">About You</h3><ul data-start="2432" data-end="2922"><li data-start="2432" data-end="2527"><p data-end="2527" data-start="2434"><strong data-end="2500" data-start="2434">Fully AAT qualified or currently studying towards ACCA or CIMA</strong> as a minimum requirement</p></li><li data-end="2589" data-start="2528"><p data-start="2530" data-end="2589">Previous experience working in a finance or accounts role</p></li><li data-end="2669" data-start="2590"><p data-start="2592" data-end="2669">Strong Excel capability, including experience with lookups and pivot tables</p></li><li data-start="2670" data-end="2741"><p data-end="2741" data-start="2672">Good understanding of reconciliations and core accounting processes</p></li><li data-end="2809" data-start="2742"><p data-start="2744" data-end="2809">Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills</p></li><li data-end="2922" data-start="2810"><p data-start="2812" data-end="2922">A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders</p></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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjE5NjYxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Finance Manager to assist them for 12 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Support the Financial Controller with the preparation and collation of management accounts and reports on a monthly basis for the Company and Group Entities, including review and presentation of findings to the Financial Controller.</li><li>Support the Financial Business Partner and Financial Controller in monitoring and maintaining budgets and forecasts (both expenditure and cash) across the Company and Group Entities, reporting any discrepancies or material changes to the Financial Controller where required</li><li>Team management responsibilities in conjunction with the Financial Controller</li><li>Assist in the training and development of junior finance team members to promote their continuous improvement and development to and to enable the Company to deliver to the highest possible standards</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls, processes and procedures governing the financial management of projects are in place and operating to the highest possible standards</li><li>Collaborating with colleagues across the business to identify and realise opportunities for efficiency and process improvement</li><li>Ensuring continuous compliance with local accounting, tax, legal and reporting regulations and requirements, working with external consultants as required</li><li>Taking responsibility for ensuring the implementation of best practice record-keeping and the accurate use and regular updating of the electronic filing of documents and emails.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Finance Manager will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and ideally come from a service industry background. </p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading property company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>The temporary Finance Manager role will be paying circa £75,000 - £85,000 pro rata, dependant on experience.</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/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC41OTQ0OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Real Estate Management & Investment Business, South West London</p><p>As the business grows, we have created an exciting entry level role in the accounting team, which would suit a studying accountant who wants to rapidly expand their accounting experience and eventually become qualified.</p><p><strong>JOB ROLE:</strong></p><ul><li>Responsible for bank reconciliation process</li><li>Support the preparation of quarterly management accounts</li><li>Responsible for balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Quarterly Prepayments & Accruals postings</li><li>Loan interest calculations & postings</li><li>Responsible for updating quarterly accounts and shareholder packs for current TBs</li><li>Deal with auditors on your own areas of work</li><li>Support the finance team with ad hoc reporting & analysis</li><li>Daily treasury</li><li>Workflow approval</li><li>Prepare quarterly vat returns</li><li>Provide analysis and commentary on quarterly management accounts</li><li>Prepare statutory accounts</li><li>Significant opportunities to develop over time</li></ul><p><strong>IDEAL CANDIDATE</strong> </p><ul><li>Excellent skills using Excel and industry-wide software, including QUBE, Sage and Caseware</li><li>Financial accounting experience including financial statement audit or production</li><li>Some tax experience - especially VAT including partial exemption</li><li>Demonstrate analytical capabilities</li><li>An understanding of property finance</li><li>Highly motivated</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail with good writing skills</li><li>Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines</li><li>The ability to work as part of a team</li><li>The ability to prioritise your workload</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/Um9iaW4uSG9iYnMuMDIwOTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller | FinTech / SaaS Scale-Up | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £100,000 - Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a rapidly growing SaaS provider delivering procurement, compliance, and supplier management solutions to large corporate clients.</p><p>Following a period of significant international growth, the business is investing heavily in strengthening its finance capability and is now seeking a Financial Controller to play a critical role in shaping a scalable, best-in-class finance function.</p><p>This is a high-impact, process-improvement led role, ideal for a technically strong finance professional who enjoys improving systems, implementing controls, and building efficient processes in a fast-paced scale-up environment.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll play a central role in improving and strengthening financial operations as the company continues to scale globally.</p><p> </p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Leading the monthly group consolidation process across a growing international structure, ensuring accurate reporting in line with UK GAAP / FRS 101.<br /> * Improving and evolving the month-end close process, identifying opportunities for automation, efficiency, and stronger financial controls.<br /> * Reviewing and strengthening financial controls and documentation, ensuring appropriate governance as the business scales.<br /> * Ensuring accurate revenue recognition processes, including deferrals, accruals, and reconciliations across both SaaS subscription and transaction-based revenue streams.<br /> * Supporting the development of management reporting and departmental insights, ensuring consistency between budget, forecasts, and actuals.<br /> * Leading improvements across AP and AR processes, ensuring effective controls, timely invoicing and collections, and accurate posting of transactions.<br /> * Reviewing complex or evolving commercial arrangements such as invoice factoring, rebates, early payment discounts, and sales commission structures, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment.<br /> * Designing and implementing new processes for areas such as sales commission reporting and performance tracking.<br /> * Working closely with internal teams to review new commercial contracts and business initiatives, ensuring appropriate accounting and financial treatment.<br /> * Overseeing the preparation of group and local entity statutory accounts and audits, ensuring timely completion and evaluating external providers where necessary.<br /> * Ensuring compliance with global reporting, audit, and tax requirements across a growing international entity structure.<br /> * Supporting the development of cash flow forecasting, including weekly and 13-week cash forecasts.<br /> * Partnering with the Data team to improve financial data visualisation, reporting dashboards, and KPI tracking.<br /> * Identifying further opportunities to automate reporting and streamline finance processes as the business continues to scale.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).<br /> * 5+ years' post-qualification experience, with proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role.<br /> * Experience operating within a high-growth, international business, ideally within SaaS, FinTech, or technology environments.<br /> * Demonstrable experience improving finance processes, implementing controls, and driving operational improvements.<br /> * Strong experience across financial reporting, audit, tax compliance, and management accounting.<br /> * Comfortable reviewing and accounting for complex commercial arrangements and evolving business models.<br /> * Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced scale-up environment.<br /> * Strong communication skills with the ability to partner with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.<br /> </li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the Central London office.<br /> * A high-growth FinTech / SaaS environment with a global customer base and international operations.<br /> * The opportunity to lead meaningful finance transformation and process improvement initiatives.<br /> * Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.<br /> * The chance to build scalable processes and controls that will support the company's next phase of growth.<br /> * A collaborative, ambitious culture where initiative, innovation, and ownership are genuinely encouraged.<br /> * Clear opportunities for career progression within a scaling international organisation.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is a unique opportunity to join a rapidly scaling technology business at a pivotal stage of its growth journey.</p><p>You'll play a central role in strengthening the finance function, improving financial processes, and building the controls and infrastructure needed to support international scale. From reviewing complex commercial arrangements to optimising month-end processes and driving automation, your work will have a direct impact on how the business operates and grows.</p><p>If you're a technically strong, improvement-focused finance professional who enjoys solving problems, building structure, and leading change in a scale-up environment, this role offers a fantastic platform to make a meaningful impact.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuODExMzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
