120 results for Assistant Fund Accountant Financial Services in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
100000 - 120000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is excited to be retained by Quant Insights to handle a vital new hire. Quant Insight (Qi) is a global macro analytics firm that combines quantitative research, financial markets expertise, and cutting-edge technology to transform complex data into actionable investment insight.Reporting directly to the CEO and COO, you will take ownership of all aspects of financial management. From accounting and controls to budgeting, reporting, and forecasting. You will play a hands-on role in developing the finance function, ensuring robust processes and systems are in place to support a fast-growing, data-driven global business. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations including billing, A/R, A/P, GL, payroll, and revenue recognition.</li><li>Prepare and publish timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</li><li>Coordinate and direct the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and performance reports, providing insight into financial results and business drivers.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant UK, international accounting standards (IFRS), and taxation requirements.</li><li>Support the COO in commercial and operational areas, including contract negotiation, procurement, and supplier management.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong internal controls, financial policies, and accounting processes.</li><li>Manage the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors and advisors.</li><li>Provide financial insight and recommendations to leadership to guide strategic decision-making.</li><li>Evaluate company performance through analysis and interpretation of key financial and operational metrics.</li><li>Assist in the set-up and financial management of overseas subsidiaries and intercompany transactions.</li></ul> About You <ul><li>ACA, ACMA, or ACCA qualified, with 5+ years' post-qualification experience.</li><li>Proven track record as a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager in a fast-paced, high-growth, or technology-led environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of UK GAAP/IFRS, corporate taxation, and compliance.</li><li>Experienced in preparing management accounts, financial statements, and forecasts.</li><li>Confident Xero user with solid system administration and reporting capabilities.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to partner with senior leaders.</li><li>Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritise multiple deliverables and meet tight deadlines.</li><li>Commercially astute, proactive, and excited by the opportunity to help shape a scaling business.</li></ul> Salary and Benefits The role of Financial Controller is offered with a salary of £100 - £120,000 DOE and will work on a hybrid basis with 4 office days and 1 from home.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjY0ODQwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-10-28T13:40:56Z

Junior Financial Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
30000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
<h3 data-start="131" data-end="164">Junior Accountant</h3>London | Hybrid (4 days office-based)An established, FCA-regulated investment management firm is seeking a Junior Accountant to join its growing London-based finance team.This role is well suited to a part-qualified accountant that has sat some exams, looking to gain broad exposure across financial accounting, management reporting, audit and regulatory processes within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Key Responsibilities <ul data-start="610" data-end="1021"><li data-start="610" data-end="688">Month-end bookkeeping, journals, reconciliations, accruals and prepayments</li><li data-end="747" data-start="689">Maintenance of fixed asset and balance sheet schedules</li><li data-start="748" data-end="800">Processing invoices, payments and staff expenses</li><li data-start="801" data-end="847">Assisting with monthly management accounts</li><li data-end="888" data-start="848">Supporting year-end and group audits</li><li data-end="918" data-start="889">VAT and statutory filings</li><li data-end="966" data-start="919">Compliance and regulatory reporting support</li><li data-start="967" data-end="1021">Ad-hoc finance and operational support as required</li></ul> Candidate Profile <ul data-start="1048" data-end="1473"><li data-start="1048" data-end="1100">Has started their accounting qualification and is actively studying: ACA / ACCA / CIMA </li><li data-start="1101" data-end="1179">Strong academic background in accounting, finance or a numerate discipline</li><li data-end="1228" data-start="1180">Solid understanding of accounting principles</li><li data-start="1229" data-end="1293">Comfortable working in a small team with multiple priorities</li><li data-start="1294" data-end="1371">Strong Excel skills; experience with Xero or similar systems advantageous</li><li data-start="1372" data-end="1443">Investment management or regulated environment experience desirable</li><li data-start="1444" data-end="1473">UK right to work required</li></ul> Package & Benefits <ul data-end="1689" data-start="1501"><li data-start="1501" data-end="1535">Competitive market-rate salary</li><li data-end="1559" data-start="1536">Discretionary bonus</li><li data-start="1560" data-end="1577">Study support</li><li data-start="1578" data-end="1602">Hybrid working model</li><li data-start="1603" data-end="1650">Pension contribution and insurance benefits</li><li data-start="1651" data-end="1689">25 days holiday plus bank holidays</li></ul> This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious junior accountant to develop within a high-quality investment business offering long-term progression.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/V2lsbGlhbS5Ccmlja2hpbGwuNjQzNzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-12-17T16:04:44Z

Fund Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a leading real estate firm to recruit a Fund Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to gain broad exposure to both commercial finance and fund accounting. Location: London (4 days in office) Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare management accounts for SPVs and fund consolidation.</li><li>Oversee balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow reconciliations.</li><li>Manage cashflow, optimize working capital, and support budgeting/forecasting.</li><li>Liaise with auditors, tax consultants, and banks for compliance, statutory accounts, and tax reporting.</li><li>Support investor relations, capital drawdowns, and debt covenant preparation.</li><li>Improve financial processes and manage accounts payable/receivable.</li></ul> Requirements:<ul><li>Fluent in French, German, Dutch, or Italian (preferred).</li><li>ACA qualified or experienced fund accountant.</li><li>Knowledge of local and US GAAP.</li><li>Strong communication skills and stakeholder management.</li></ul> Benefits:<ul><li>Competitive salary,</li><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>Sponsorship available,</li><li>Private medical insurance,</li><li>Pension contributions,</li><li>Hybrid working options,</li><li>Free breakfast & snacks.</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuOTQ2MjMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-10-29T18:03:04Z

Group Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
90000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Financial Services has partnered with a global investment management firm based in the City of London to hire a Group Reporting Manager. The Group Reporting Manager will have a broad and hands on role and will be responsible for several entities. The PersonThe successful Group Reporting Manager for this City of London based investment management firm will be an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with at least four years of post qualified experience. Reporting experience and group consolidations experience are essential. All candidates must be available to work within one month maximum. The CompanyMy client is a global investment management firm with several billion pounds of assets under management. They are based in the city of London.Salary & BenefitsThe successful Group Reporting Manager for this central London based investment manager will receive a salary of c.£90,000 (highly dependent on skills and experience) plus a competitive bonus and benefits package. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2FsaW1hLkl6YWdhcmVuLjM3OTMxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-11-20T12:13:58Z

Qualified Management Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
54000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Qualified Management Accountant - Financial Services Clients Central London | Hybrid Working | Top 30 Accountancy Firm | PermanentAn excellent opportunity for a qualified Management Accountant to join a highly regarded Top 30 practice, supporting a growing portfolio of financial services and FCA-regulated clients. You'll be part of a collaborative team delivering full-service outsourced accounting and advisory support.Key Responsibilities<ul data-start="468" data-end="1063"><li data-end="606" data-start="468">Oversee a portfolio of financial services clients, producing accurate management and statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP (FRS102).</li><li data-start="607" data-end="685">Prepare and review VAT returns, including complex partial exemption cases.</li><li data-start="686" data-end="761">Advise clients on improving systems, processes, and financial controls.</li><li data-start="762" data-end="871">Review and mentor junior team members, offering constructive feedback and support with their development.</li><li data-end="970" data-start="872">Act as a main point of contact for clients, ensuring smooth delivery and strong relationships.</li><li data-start="971" data-end="1063">Contribute to business development by assisting with client proposals and presentations.</li></ul>Candidate Profile<ul data-end="1600" data-start="1089"><li data-start="1089" data-end="1179">ACA or ACCA qualified, with experience in preparing management and statutory accounts.</li><li data-start="1180" data-end="1265">Practice background required.</li><li data-start="1266" data-end="1322">Strong grasp of UK GAAP (FRS102) and VAT principles.</li><li data-end="1402" data-start="1323">Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.</li><li data-end="1503" data-start="1403">Competent user of accounting systems such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage, and confident with Excel.</li><li data-start="1504" data-end="1600">Enjoys taking ownership, mentoring others, and delivering a high standard of client service.</li></ul>Why Join<ul data-end="1928" data-start="1617"><li data-start="1617" data-end="1703">Work for a respected Top 30 firm known for its approachable, professional culture.</li><li data-end="1787" data-start="1704">Exposure to diverse, high-quality clients within the financial services sector.</li><li data-end="1863" data-start="1788">Genuine progression opportunities and ongoing professional development.</li><li data-start="1864" data-end="1928">Competitive salary and flexible hybrid working arrangements.</li></ul> Ideal for a qualified accountant seeking to build a long-term career within a forward-thinking practice environment.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS43ODc3Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2025-10-24T08:31:21Z

Qualified Financial Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
<h3 class="sr-only">London | Hybrid | Top 30 Accountancy Firm | Permanent</h3>Join a respected Top 30 practice as a ACA/ACCA Qualified Financial Accountant within their Business Services division. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting and reporting services to a portfolio of financial services clients, with a strong emphasis on technical financial reporting under UK GAAP and IFRS.The Role<ul data-start="475" data-end="1240"><li data-end="604" data-start="475">Manage a diverse client portfolio, producing accurate statutory accounts and financial statements under UK GAAP and IFRS.</li><li data-end="710" data-start="605">Prepare detailed group consolidations and support clients through the year-end audit process.</li><li data-end="831" data-start="711">Research and draft responses to technical accounting queries, supporting senior team members on complex matters.</li><li data-end="939" data-start="832">Liaise directly with clients to resolve technical queries, provide updates, and ensure smooth delivery.</li><li data-end="1037" data-start="940">Supervise, review, and mentor junior team members, offering feedback and development support.</li><li data-end="1141" data-start="1038">Contribute to client proposals, pitches, and the growth of the team's financial reporting offering.</li><li data-start="1142" data-end="1240">Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge through regular learning and professional development.</li></ul>About You<ul data-end="1821" data-start="1258"><li data-start="1258" data-end="1333">ACA or ACCA qualified with experience preparing statutory accounts.</li><li data-end="1419" data-start="1334">Sound understanding of UK GAAP (FRS102) and exposure to IFRS (desirable).</li><li data-end="1523" data-start="1420">Prior experience within practice.</li><li data-start="1524" data-end="1621">Excellent communicator with strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.</li><li data-end="1821" data-start="1727">Personable, proactive, and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul data-end="2181" data-start="1845"><li data-end="1952" data-start="1845">Opportunity to work with high-calibre financial services clients in a growing technical reporting team.</li><li data-end="2042" data-start="1953">Supportive environment within a Top 30 firm known for its people-focused culture.</li><li data-start="2043" data-end="2105">Clear progression routes and access to technical training.</li><li data-end="2181" data-start="2106">Competitive salary and flexible hybrid working from the City of London.</li></ul> Perfect for a qualified financial accountant who enjoys complex reporting work and wants to deepen their technical expertise within a leading professional services environment. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS4yNjk2Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2025-10-24T09:06:22Z

Assistant Management Accountant

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
remote
Permanent
35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a rapidly growing, next-generation start-up based in Cambridge, as they look to hire an Assistant Management Accountant to join their expanding finance team.This is a newly created role due to growth, reporting directly into the Financial Controller, and will play a key part in strengthening their financial foundations as they scale their R&D, manufacturing, and operational capabilities.If you're looking for a role that offers true variety, exposure across the business, and the opportunity to develop your management accounting skills in a complex, high-growth environment - this provides exactly that.Key Responsibilities:Month-End & Management Accounts<ul><li>Support preparation of monthly management accounts to review stage.</li><li>Prepare accruals, prepayments and journals with clear audit trails.</li><li>Reconcile key balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and control.</li><li>Assist with monthly reporting packs and variance analysis across scientific and operational departments.</li></ul>Financial Controls & Processes<ul><li>Contribute to an efficient month-end close timetable.</li><li>Process monthly payroll to review stage for UK employees.</li><li>Complete bank reconciliations, purchasing card reconciliations and project spend analysis.</li><li>Support cashflow forecasting by maintaining robust cash schedules.</li></ul>Project & Operational Support<ul><li>Assist with project-level budget tracking across R&D and operational teams.</li><li>Partner with scientific and non-financial stakeholders to improve cost visibility and strengthen financial understanding.</li><li>Ensure accuracy of financial information relating to grants and external reporting requirements.</li></ul>Compliance & Other Duties<ul><li>Support VAT returns, payroll reconciliations and external audit requests.</li><li>Assist with process improvements, system developments and automation initiatives.</li><li>Handle ad hoc finance tasks as required within a fast-moving environment.</li></ul> Skills & Qualifications:<ul><li>Actively studying ACCA / CIMA / ACA.</li><li>Strong grounding in accounting principles and exposure to month-end processes.</li><li>Confident user of Excel (lookups, PivotTables, data analysis).</li><li>Comfortable working with both scientific and non-financial teams.</li><li>High attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a proactive mindset.</li></ul> Desirable Experience:<ul><li>Experience within biotech, pharma, life sciences or other regulated industries.</li><li>Understanding of project accounting, CAPEX, or R&D cost categories.</li><li>Exposure to process improvements, finance system rollouts or automation.</li></ul> Salary & Benefits:The role of Assistant Management Accountant is offered with a competitive salary (dependent on experience) plus a strong benefits package. This company operates a hybrid model, with around two days a week in their Cambridge office. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjU0NTYyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-12-08T09:58:27Z

Client Accountant

Kensington and Chelsea, London
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a real estate firm in Southwest London to recruit a Client Accountant. This exciting opportunity will see you manage the financial operations for a portfolio of high-end residential properties, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and client satisfaction. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Property Management:</li><ul><li>Oversee high-end residential properties, including the preparation and management of preventative and reactive maintenance.</li><li>Supervise contractors, suppliers, and facilities management.</li><li>Provide condition reports, enhancement advice, and manage household staff.</li><li>Manage residential security personnel and address property & lifestyle requests.</li></ul><li>Financial Management:</li><ul><li>Handle client accounts and meticulously track all receipts and expenditures.</li><li>Monitor outgoing payments and ensure all expenses are within budget and approved by clients.</li><li>Prepare and submit monthly detailed reports to clients, covering expenses, repairs, and property-related matters.</li><li>Ensure all client funds are safeguarded, and expenditure is fully authorised.</li></ul><li>Client Account Management:</li><ul><li>Maintain transparency in the handling of client funds, ensuring accuracy and accountability.</li><li>Not responsible for P&L or balance sheets but must maintain accurate records of balances, expenditures, and funding.</li><li>Proactively request additional funds from clients to ensure smooth property operations.</li></ul><li>Internal/Client Balance:</li><ul><li>70% client-side responsibilities and 30% internal responsibilities, including supporting AP as required.</li></ul></ul> Experience & Qualifications:<ul><li>Minimum of 2 years' experience in a client accounting or finance role,</li><li>Knowledge of XERO accounting software.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience managing multiple client accounts, ideally in a high-volume environment</li></ul><ul><li>A proactive, motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and a customer-focused approach.</li><li>Experience working with SME companies is a plus.</li></ul> Benefits & Perks including but not limited to: base salary £50,000 - £60,000 (some flexibility), offering 1 day from home, 25 days plus annual leave, life insurance and much more.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuOTQ5MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-10-23T14:56:53Z

Finance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
This newly created Finance Manager role for a Growing Asset Manager firm paying £65,000 to £75,000 depending on experience with a Discretionary bonus, based in Heart of the City on a Permanent basis and operate 3 days in the office policy. RoleAs an Finance Manager, you will work closely with the Head of Finance who is all about internal growth and development. Please find a brief outline of the role below:<ul><li>Manage the fixed asset register including additions, disposals, depreciation, revaluations and impairments in accordance with relevant accounting standards</li><li>Oversee the application of IFRS 16, including component accounting, across the leased asset base ensuring recognition and measurement criteria is applied in accordance with the group policy</li><li>Oversee the set up and maintenance of Purchase Price Allocation (IFRS only) adjustments, including monthly depreciation and reconciliations</li><li>Analyse accounts related to heavy maintenance to appropriately capitalise or expense costs according to Component Accounting group policy, providing commentary as necessary</li><li>Oversee management of short- & long-term heavy maintenance planning, ensuring Technical Heavy Maintenance schedule are kept up to date</li><li>Ensure fixed assets are appropriately presented in the trial balance, management accounts, statutory accounts, and related notes to the balance sheet</li><li>Maintain a robust system for tracking and managing the group Investment projects and their timely capitalisation, including monthly reconciliations</li><li>Conduct regular audits of the company's fixed assets and assist with various monthly and quarterly management and statutory reporting and reconciliations</li><li>Review Fixed Assets for impairment as required per company policy and in accordance with accounting standards. Document review within accounting papers and provide substantive evidence as required to support external audit review</li><li>Maintain Fixed Asset policy and perform ad hoc analysis requested from the Senior Manager, Financial Reporting and their team</li><li>Responsible for all fixed asset related entries, including correct accounting and approval of Full-Service and Heavy maintenance invoices and accounting entries</li><li>Liaise with the Technical department to ensure correct and timely accounting of Full-Service and Heavy maintenance</li><li>Oversee finance lease accounting</li><li>Assist the Controlling and Reporting teams with any ad hoc task, project and systems developments, as required/instructed by the Senior Manager, Finance & Controlling.</li></ul>ProfileThe Finance Manager for this Asset Manager firm is ideally for the below<ul><li>Qualified accountant</li><li>Someone with lots of experience with Fixed asset and reporting IFRS 16</li><li>From Financial services and ideally someone who used Microsoft D365</li></ul>CompanyThe Finance will report into a hugely impressive Head of Finance who you will very closely on the day-to-day operations. The Asset Manager are currently on track for another year of growth and 2026 isn't looking like it's slowing down! The Asset Manager are a market leader and have currently 4 billion under assetsSalary & BenefitsSalary is bench marked £65,000 to £75,000 on experience. Additionally, there is a Discretionary bonus They also have amazing culture and work life balance and are all about internal progression and growth. The business also a great benefit such bonus, private medical, free breakfast, progression plans and much more.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF0dC5CaXJkLjU2MDE2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-12-10T16:52:23Z

Assistant Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Contract
19 - 21 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Sports Company in London to recruit immediate, temporary Assistant Accountant for 6 months.Role:Our client is looking for an immediate part time temporary, Assistant Accountant to assist them for 6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Maintaining relationships with both external and internal parties</li><li>Provide support to the Accounts Payable Assistant, if needed</li><li>Allocation of payments to suppliers</li><li>Support of the team - posting accounting entries, taking on certain areas</li><li>Managing VAT reconciliations in different countries with help of local tax advisors</li><li>Banking - payment entries and allocation</li><li>Annual financial audit - support</li><li>Support/guidance for other team members in various accounting tasks when required</li><li>Preparation of monthly management packs for our external consultants</li><li>Any Ad hoc task</li></ul>Profile:The successful part time temporary Assistant Accountant will either be a Finance graduate looking to gain entry level finance experience or you will have have 2+ years experience in Assistant Accountant.You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a leading Sports Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:These temporary Accounts Payable roles will be paying circa £19-£21 per hour, dependant on experience.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjQwNTAwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-11-11T17:42:00Z

Investment Operations Analyst

London, London
remote
Permanent
80000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Financial Services has partnered with an investment management firm to hire an Investment Operations Analyst, based in the City of London. The Investment Operations Analyst will play a pivotal role in delivering fund launches, modifications, and transitions. They will oversee end-to-end execution, governance, and process optimisation to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest operational standards. The PersonThe successful Investment Operations Analyst will have at least 5 years of experience within a similar role. Transistors experience is absolutely essential and experience of fund launches would be highly desirable. Ideally, the Investment Operations Analyst will come from investment management but candidates from investment banking may also be considered. The CompanyMy client is a small investment management firm with over £30billion in assets under management. They are based in the City of London and operate on a hybrid working policy. Salary & BenefitThe successful Investment Operations Analyst will receive a salary of up to £80,000, highly dependent on experience, plus very competative benefits. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2FsaW1hLkl6YWdhcmVuLjYxMTI4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-12-11T14:14:42Z

Senior Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is rapidly growing and expanding financial services business based in the City of London. They are well-established and specialise in the trade of physical precious metals, as well as foreign exchange services; operating across several countries internationally.Due to continued growth, they are looking to expand their UK function by recruiting a sole Senior Accountant to join their London office. RoleThe Senior Accountant for this exciting financial services business based in City of London, will work closely with the Managing Director, responsible for all statutory accounting, financial compliance, and audit processes. They will also take on a number of key duties including:<ul><li>Lead year-end close, prepare statutory accounts, and act as primary audit contact.</li><li>Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, Companies House requirements, and group policies.</li><li>Prepare and submit VAT returns (including margin schemes), PAYE/NIC, and other HMRC filings.</li><li>Apply correct VAT treatments for high-value transactions.</li><li>Own general ledger accuracy, accounting processes, and policy documentation.</li><li>Manage intercompany accounting and maintain internal controls.</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting and ensure accurate treatment of purchases, sales, and stock movements.</li><li>Reconcile FX transactions and perform revaluations.</li><li>Act as Xero system owner, improving configuration, automation, workflows, and documentation.</li><li>Build reporting structures in Excel / Tableau (optional).</li><li>Liaise with HMRC, auditors, and MLRO, providing documentation for AML or regulatory reviews.</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal candidate for this Senior Accountant position, should have the following attributes:<ul><li>Fully Qualified Accountant (ACCA or ACA)</li><li>Strong practical experience in statutory accounting and audit processes</li><li>Small/Mid-tier practice background or industry experience in a sole function is advantageous</li><li>Experience using Xero</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£55,000 to £65,000 plus benefits including:<ul><li>Private health insurance</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays</li><li>Career growth & development plans</li><li>Company socials</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Hybrid option - 4 days in office, 1 day remote.</li><li>Training budgets</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjQyODE1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-12-09T17:33:23Z

Assistant Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
45000 - 47000 GBP / Yearly
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT - PERMANENT - LONDON - UP TO £47k + 15% BONUS - HYBRID Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a long-standing client who are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their team on a permanent basis offering hybrid working, up to £47k and 15% bonus, study support and career progression! Responsibilities: <ul><li>Prepare and process journal entries, ledger transactions, and reconciliations accurately and timely.</li><li>Producing accurate monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis for the contract and reporting results to Contract Manager, Finance Manager, and operational managers.</li><li>Preparing forecasts and budgets in liaison with finance teams - providing support and advice where required.</li><li>Support the wider Municipal finance team with audit queries and pricing queries from clients.</li><li>Support data collection and basic analysis of operational KPIs and financial performance of the contract.</li><li>Collaborate with other team members to complete balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Assist in auditing processes to ensure compliance with policies/procedure and collaborate with the finance team to assist with other ad hoc tasks. </li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Part-qualified or finalist - ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent.</li><li>Proficiency in spreadsheet as Microsoft Excel/ google sheets.</li><li>Excellent organisational and time management skills with high attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines and good communication skills. </li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMzA3MjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-11-21T12:13:08Z

Management Accountant

Ely, Cambridgeshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are partnered with a group business based near Ely in the recruitment of a Management Accountant on a permanent basis. This role would be ideally suited to part-qualified candidates looking for support in obtaining their CIMA/ACCA in the next couple of years. The role is based on a hybrid basis near Ely with the option to work from home for 2 days per week. Salary for this role is budgeted at 50,000 - 55,000 per annum.Responsibilities-Responsible for full montly management accounts within your division of the group-Prepayments and accruals alongside posting of journals-Stock reporting including valuation and turnover/aging-Coordinate statutory and internal audits, ensuring full compliance, reconciliations, asset verification and supporting documentation.-Partner with regional finance/shared services on VAT and tax compliance, payroll accounting, intercompany balances and banking activities.-Manage fixed assets and capital expenditure processes, including approvals, tracking, reporting and asset lifecycle controls.-Maintain financial master data and support ERP processes to ensure data integrity across the site.-Lead budget, forecast and cost projection cycles, providing timely financial analysis to support strategic decisions. Experience required-Management Accounts experience tierh supporting or full ownership-Candidates with experience in a manufacturing or similar sector are considered at an advantage -CIMA or ACCA part-qualification 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjAyNTE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-11-03T13:59:46Z

Financial Controller

Northampton, Northamptonshire
remote
Permanent
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
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.The RoleAs 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:<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>Your ProfileYou 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.Salary and BenefitsRole of Financial Controller is working on a 5 days a week basis in the office in Northampton from their impressive offices and is paying £70-80K + BenefitsRobert 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDkxMjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-12-15T17:37:19Z

Financial Accountant

Royston, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing medical device company based in Royston to recruit a Financial Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a regulated, innovation-led organisation operating in an international group structure, offering strong exposure to statutory reporting, technical accounting, and consolidation activities.Reporting into the Financial Controller, the Financial Accountant will play a key role in ensuring robust financial reporting, balance sheet integrity, and compliance across the business.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Ownership of balance sheet accounting, including reconciliations, reviews, and resolution of complex items</li><li>Preparation of statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP / IFRS and liaison with external auditors</li><li>Support group consolidations, including intercompany reconciliations and eliminations</li><li>Manage tax-related activities, including corporation tax computations, deferred tax, and coordination with external tax advisors</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal control requirements relevant to a medical device environment</li><li>Contribute to month-end close processes and continuous improvement of reporting and controls</li><li>Support ad-hoc technical accounting queries and projects as the business continues to scale</li></ul> Your Profile<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent</li><li>Strong experience in financial accounting, ideally within a manufacturing, life sciences, or regulated environment</li><li>Solid understanding of balance sheet accounting, statutory reporting, tax, and consolidations</li><li>Comfortable working within a group structure</li><li>Strong attention to detail with the ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders</li></ul> What's On Offer<ul><li>Salary of £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience</li><li>10% annual bonus</li><li>Hybrid working model</li><li>Opportunity to work in a growing medical device business with strong technical exposure and career development potential</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjQxOTIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-12-16T13:33:16Z

Assistant Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
36000 - 42000 GBP / Yearly
The client is a digital advertising company based in London that owns and operates high-quality LED screens in central London and other local locations to help brands reach large, diverse urban audiences. It provides flexible digital billboard spaces where advertisers can run static or full-motion campaigns to engage people in locations. The company specifically supports SMEs and start-ups but has also partnered with the likes of Netflix, Sky, Tesco, and much more! Their ideal candidate will be confident, progressive, and engaging. They must be skilled in end-to-end AP and AR processes as well as taking full ownership of the month's end duties including, journal, pre-payments and accruals etc. This position will grow very quickly with the opportunity to line manage and will report directly into the Financial Controller. Title: Assistant Accountant Working structure: Hybrid - Tues, Weds, Thurs in office (9am - 5:30pm) Location: Central London Additional benefits: <ul data-editing-info="{"applyListStyleFromLevel":true}"><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays </li><li> study support (case by case) </li><li>Standard pension </li><li>Company socials an events </li><li>Private Medical </li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VGFpamEuQnJ5YW4uMDEwNTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-12-12T13:45:39Z

Financial Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
65000 - 78000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Accountant- Hybrid, LondonBase salary £65,000-£78,000k plus extensive benefitsA senior financial accountant role within a large, public sector and government complex organisation, responsible for statutory accounts, regulatory filings and group consolidation. The position also leads the in-sourcing of accounting processes and strengthens the organisation's financial governance framework.Financial Accountant Key Responsibilities:<ul data-start="494" data-end="1014"><li data-end="590" data-start="494">Lead the production of statutory accounts, AR21 filings and full reporting for all entities.</li><li data-start="591" data-end="694">Manage consolidation schedules and act as primary liaison for external audit and regulatory bodies.</li><li data-start="695" data-end="803">Oversee the in-sourcing of financial accounting from the external provider, ensuring a smooth transition.</li><li data-start="804" data-end="894">Drive improvements to financial accounting policy, controls and fixed asset reporting.</li><li data-end="1014" data-start="895">Provide leadership to Tax and Treasury (where line management applies) and support the wider finance management team.</li></ul>Candidate Profile:<ul data-is-only-node="" data-start="1041" data-is-last-node="" data-end="1699"><li data-end="1179" data-start="1041">Strong financial accounting experience in a large, complex environment with full statutory reporting and group consolidation exposure.</li><li data-start="1180" data-end="1281">Proven ability to develop complete accounts from trial balance and manage regulatory submissions.</li><li data-start="1282" data-end="1400">Exceptional Excel capability (pivot tables, power queries, data models) and strong technical accounting knowledge.</li><li data-end="1492" data-start="1401">Qualified accountant (ACA/FCA preferred) with excellent analytical and drafting skills.</li><li data-start="1493" data-end="1596">Collaborative, resilient and discreet, with the ability to manage staff and deliver under pressure.</li><li data-end="1699" data-is-last-node="" data-start="1597">Desirable: union/membership organisation experience; systems change; NAV/Business Central; Caseware.</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS4xNjI0MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2025-11-17T16:33:51Z

Senior Management Accountant

Chelmsford, Essex
remote
Permanent
59000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Senior Management Accountant | Global Logistics Business | Chelmsford (Hybrid) | £60,000 ⚠️ Due to business needs, only candidates who are immediately available can be considered for this position. Robert Half are partnering with a growing international logistics business to appoint a permanent Senior Management Accountant. Following a period of international expansion, the business is investing in strengthening its finance function and is seeking a fully qualified accountant to take ownership of core reporting, analysis, and financial processes. This is a hands-on, varied role with responsibility across multiple entities and exposure to senior leadership. 📊 About the PositionReporting to the Global Financial Controller, you will be a key member of the finance team, providing insight and support across multiple entities and currencies. You will own critical financial processes, provide actionable analysis, and contribute directly to business decision-making. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Managing VAT and Duty reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations accurately and on time.</li><li>Month-end and year-end close, including statutory accounts preparation and audit support.</li><li>Oversight of fixed assets, including schedules, disposals, and depreciation postings.</li><li>IFRS16 accounting and related reporting.</li><li>Producing departmental and P&L analysis to support strategic decisions.</li><li>Supervising the Assistant Management Accountant and ensuring high-quality deliverables.</li><li>Ad hoc month-end journals and reporting as required.</li><li>Assisting with statutory accounts and tax pack completion for multiple group companies.</li><li>Contributing to ad hoc financial projects with cross-functional impact.</li></ul> 📋 Candidate Requirements<ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Extensive management accounting experience with full P&L ownership.</li><li>Prior exposure to a contract-related business and revenue recognition experience is desirable but not essential.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and the ability to manage complex data.</li><li>Strong communicator, able to liaise effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.</li></ul> 🤝 Here's What's Waiting for You<ul><li>Responsibility for key financial processes in an international logistics business.</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence business decisions.</li><li>Profit share scheme, pension, life assurance, health cash plan, and mental health support.</li><li>Hybrid working with flexibility and autonomy in how you deliver impact.</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next MoveYou will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and driving business decisions. You'll manage complex, multi-entity reporting, influence senior leadership, and take full ownership of critical financial processes. This is a hands-on, high-responsibility position that provides exposure to international operations, strategic projects, and career progression opportunities.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNTkzMTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-11-07T12:52:33Z

Assistant Accountant

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
25000 - 28000 GBP / Yearly
Accounts Assistant - Hybrid, Central Milton Keynes Robert Half is recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join a leading service provider based in Central Milton Keynes. This full-time hybrid role involves delivering high-quality finance support across multiple clients.Role Overview The Accounts Assistant will handle a variety of accounting duties including purchase invoice processing, payment preparation, reconciliations, and General Ledger posting. You will also assist with month-end tasks such as journals, accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets while following client policies and internal procedures.Key Responsibilities<ul data-end="1409" data-start="797"><li data-end="855" data-start="797">Process purchase invoices and match to purchase orders</li><li data-end="925" data-start="856">Prepare client bank payments for senior review and client release</li><li data-end="983" data-start="926">Assist with bank reconciliations and payment matching</li><li data-start="984" data-end="1065">Resolve internal and external queries related to invoices and reconciliations</li><li data-start="1066" data-end="1111">Post transactions into the General Ledger</li><li data-end="1192" data-start="1112">Support month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset processes</li><li data-end="1268" data-start="1193">Liaise with clients professionally, providing effective problem-solving</li><li data-start="1269" data-end="1326">Manage workload efficiently across multiple deadlines</li><li data-start="1327" data-end="1409">Train junior team members (e.g., school leavers) in Accounts Payable processes</li></ul>Skills & Requirements<ul data-start="1439" data-end="1774"><li data-end="1503" data-start="1439">GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, Grade C or above</li><li data-start="1504" data-end="1562">Knowledge of accounts payable and receivable processes</li><li data-end="1623" data-start="1563">Confident and professional phone and email communication</li><li data-start="1624" data-end="1680">Strong organisational skills and attention to detail</li><li data-start="1681" data-end="1726">Competent with MS Excel, Word and Outlook</li><li data-start="1727" data-end="1774">Experience with ERP systems is an advantage</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTQ1OTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-12-05T13:12:36Z

Financial Controller

London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Financial Controller</h1>Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office) Industry: Professional Services / Group Environment Qualification Requirement: ACA-qualified only<h2>About the Organisation</h2>Robert Half is working with a rapidly growing, international professional services group with operations across the UK and North America. With a multi-entity structure, international presence, and a strong reputation for excellence, the organisation delivers specialist consultancy, insight-driven strategy, and creative solutions across a range of industry sectors.As the business continues to scale, they are strengthening their central finance team with the addition of a technically strong and commercially minded Financial Controller.<h2>Role Overview</h2>This is a broad and high-impact role covering all aspects of financial accounting, management reporting, consolidation, audit, and financial controls for the UK parent company and selected subsidiaries.You will be responsible for producing accurate and timely financial information, improving financial processes, and supporting senior leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis.The organisation operates in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment, so strong technical accounting skills and experience with consolidations are essential.<h2>Who This Role Suits</h2>This role is ideal for an ACA-qualified accountant (2-5 years PQE) looking to step into a Financial Controller position within a dynamic, evolving environment.You'll thrive here if you enjoy:<ul><li>Designing and strengthening financial controls</li><li>Taking ownership of complex group reporting</li><li>Managing audits and driving process improvement</li><li>Working in a PE-influenced or fast-growth environment</li></ul><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Accounting & Reporting</h3><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day financial operations including AP/AR.</li><li>Produce month-end management accounts with insightful commentary.</li><li>Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of VAT filings.</li><li>Support payroll, pensions, and other employee-related financial processes.</li><li>Conduct financial analysis to identify trends and improvement opportunities.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and liquidity across multiple entities.</li><li>Contribute to cash flow optimisation and working capital improvements.</li></ul><h3>Financial Accounting & Audit</h3><ul><li>Advise on accounting standards and implement best-practice reporting across the group.</li><li>Draft technical accounting memos (e.g., for acquisitions or disposals).</li><li>Prepare consolidated financial statements and support subsidiary statutory accounts.</li><li>Lead and project-manage the annual audit, ensuring timely completion.</li><li>Implement control improvements and system/process enhancements.</li></ul><h3>Financial Strategy & Risk</h3><ul><li>Work closely with senior finance and business leaders to align financial and strategic goals.</li><li>Provide recommendations to improve profitability and financial performance.</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.</li><li>Identify and manage financial risks and introduce mitigation strategies.</li></ul><h3>Other Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Support group finance during busy periods or leave cover.</li><li>Drive automation and system efficiencies.</li><li>Assist in budgeting and forecasting.</li></ul><h2>Skills & Experience Required</h2><ul><li>ACA-qualified accountant (required) - the client is only considering ACA candidates.</li><li>2-5 years post-qualification experience.</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills, including multi-currency consolidation.</li><li>Excellent Excel skills.</li><li>Proven experience improving processes and internal controls.</li><li>Experience in PE-backed or leveraged environments advantageous but not essential.</li><li>Knowledge of US or Canadian structures beneficial.</li></ul><h2>Additional Information</h2><ul><li>All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.</li><li>Successful candidates may be subject to background checks.</li><li>The organisation values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4zNzA3MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2025-11-14T13:29:56Z

Interim Financial Accountant - 6 to 9 months

Colchester, Essex
remote
Temporary
250 - 350 GBP / Daily
<h2 data-start="158" data-end="229">Job Title: Financial Accountant (Qualified) - 6-9 Month Contract</h2>Location: Colchester (Onsite minimum 3 days per week) Contract Type: Interim Day Rate Contract Inside IR35 - Umbrella or PAYE Day Rate: £250-£350 per day Start Date: Immediate<h3 data-start="441" data-end="465">About the Client</h3>Our client is a well-established international organisation with a strong presence across global markets. They are seeking an experienced and technically strong Financial Accountant to join their finance team on an interim basis to support core accounting activities and upcoming audit requirements.<h3 data-start="776" data-end="797">Role Overview</h3>This is a hands-on, technically demanding Financial Accountant role working closely with the wider finance function and key stakeholders. The successful candidate will contribute to month-end close activities, assist with audit preparation and execution, and support accurate financial reporting in line with applicable accounting standards.<h3 data-end="1174" data-start="1146">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1865" data-start="1175"><li data-end="1276" data-start="1175">Lead and perform accounting tasks ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.</li><li data-end="1357" data-start="1277">Prepare and review key balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.</li><li data-end="1407" data-start="1358">Support month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li data-end="1548" data-start="1408">Assist with the planning and execution of external and internal audits, including preparing audit packs and responding to auditor queries.</li><li data-start="1549" data-end="1648">Ensure compliance with internal policies, group accounting standards, and statutory requirements.</li><li data-start="1649" data-end="1730">Provide technical accounting support and guidance on complex accounting issues.</li><li data-start="1731" data-end="1792">Identify improvements in accounting processes and controls.</li><li data-end="1865" data-start="1793">Work collaboratively with internal teams to drive successful outcomes.</li></ul><h3 data-start="1872" data-end="1902">Candidate Requirements</h3>Essential:<ul data-end="2409" data-start="1918"><li data-start="1918" data-end="1979">Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li data-start="1980" data-end="2043">Strong technical accounting knowledge (e.g., IFRS / UK-GAAP).</li><li data-end="2142" data-start="2044">Proven experience in a Financial Accountant role, preferably within a multinational environment.</li><li data-start="2143" data-end="2235">Audit experience, including direct involvement in audit cycles and liaising with auditors.</li><li data-end="2287" data-start="2236">Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.</li><li data-end="2348" data-start="2288">Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li data-end="2409" data-start="2349">Flexible, adaptable, and capable of working independently.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul data-end="2551" data-start="2426"><li data-start="2426" data-end="2485">Prior experience working on interim/contract assignments.</li><li data-end="2551" data-start="2486">ERP or finance system experience (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics).</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjI0MjE3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-12-03T17:51:55Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Accountant - Technical & Project-Focused | Rail / Construction Background PreferredRobert Half is working with a established organisation is seeking a Financial Accountant to join its Financial Control team. This role is ideal for a technically strong accountant who enjoys a blend of financial reporting, controls, systems improvement and project-focused work, particularly within a dynamic, contract-driven environment.About the Role As a key part of the Financial Control team, you will play a central role in ensuring accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement across the function. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Managing and reconciling the fixed asset register</li><li>Ownership of IFRS16 lease accounting</li><li>Preparing statutory accounts and managing change control</li><li>Delivering high-quality, timely balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Supporting both internal and external audits</li><li>Providing expert guidance on accounting standards, company law and HMRC requirements</li><li>Strengthening internal controls and collaborating with wider finance teams to mitigate risk</li><li>Supporting tax computations and broader tax compliance</li><li>Driving systems and process improvements across finance</li><li>Ad hoc project support as directed by the Financial Controller</li></ul>This position offers a balance of BAU and project responsibilities, with ample opportunity to influence processes and enhance reporting quality.About You We're seeking a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with a strong grounding in technical accounting and financial control. You will stand out if you bring:<ul><li>Experience within the railway, construction or infrastructure sectors</li><li>Exposure to working with subcontractors, complex contracts or project-based environments</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for improving processes</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work across multiple stakeholders</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality reporting</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li>A broad technical accounting role with meaningful project involvement</li><li>Exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams</li><li>Opportunities to influence systems, processes and internal controls</li><li>A collaborative team environment that values technical expertise</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li></ul>If you're a technically strong Financial Accountant with experience in rail, construction or subcontractor-heavy environments, we'd love to hear from you.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4zMzEwNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2025-12-15T14:45:08Z

Finance Manager

Battersea, London
remote
Permanent
58000 - 64000 GBP / Yearly
The ClientBased in Battersea, my client is a major, innovation-focused multinational conglomerate listed on a leading global stock exchange. Employing hundreds of thousands of people across dozens of countries worldwide, the organisation operates a few core strategic business sectors, including logistics, real estate and consumer retail.The Role<ul><li>Overseeing and managing the preparation of monthly management and financial accounts for the business unit.</li><li>Preparing and submitting monthly/quarterly financial reporting to the central head office.</li><li>Handling cash flow management, including the preparation of weekly forecasts.</li><li>Managing all aspects of budgeting and forecasting (including overseeing quarterly forecasts and yearly budgets).</li><li>Executing key financial compliance tasks, such as balance sheet reconciliations, payroll management, and VAT/tax returns and reports.</li><li>Ensuring all local statutory filing and tax deadlines are met, and processes relating to the finance function are adhered to.</li><li>Managing the annual external audit and maintaining the in-house accounting system.</li><li>Providing commercial analysis as required and working with business managers to develop financial processes and systems.</li><li>Manage a mananagement and assistant msanagement acocuntant.</li></ul>Your ProfileTo app;y for this role you must be qualified with at least one years post qualified experience. You will have had a blend of management and financial accounting experience with some exposure to budgeting and forecasting. You will also have liaise with senior stakeholders and be comfortable communicating the numbers to colleagues outside of finance. Team management would be advantegeous. Salary & Benefits£58,000 - 64,000 + 20% bonus3 days a week in the officeRobert 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVybWFpbmUuTHluY2guNzg0NzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2025-12-02T15:40:29Z

Finance Manager

Royston, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a local manufacturing business to recruit a Finance Manager / Group Reporting Manager to support the Group Finance Director and oversee the finance operations for their group entities. This is a key role within a growing group, offering genuine impact, autonomy and visibility across the business. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee the finance function for the legal entities and the group.</li><li>Lead and review month-end processes and prepare monthly reporting packs</li><li>Produce consolidated financial reporting.</li><li>Provide commentary, performance analysis and insight across the Group</li><li>Monitor and forecast Group cashflow</li><li>Review working capital movements and drive improvements</li><li>Coordinate annual budgets and half-year forecasting cycles</li><li>Act as the main contact for the year-end audit, preparing analysis and key deliverables</li><li>Support insurance renewals with financial analysis and data</li><li>Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed and reviewed</li><li>Support, train and cover team members as needed</li><li>Lead and contribute to process improvements (e.g. expense system rollout, BACs improvements, invoicing automation) </li></ul>Skills & Attributes<ul><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Sound technical accounting knowledge, including consolidations and multi-currency</li><li>Highly organised, able to manage multiple deadlines under pressure</li><li>Experience training, supporting and developing finance team members</li><li>Strong attention to detail with a commercial mindset</li><li>Proficient Excel user </li></ul>Experience & Qualifications<ul><li>Proven experience producing consolidated management reports</li><li>Strong understanding of internal controls</li><li>Experience in driving change, improving processes and coaching others</li><li>Fully qualified accountant - ideally ACCA or ACA </li></ul>Salary and Benefits:The role if Finance Manager is offered with a salary of up to £65,000. This role will be based fully on site.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjg0MjE1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2025-12-08T10:41:48Z