Assistant Management Financial Accountant Jobs in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Management Accountant

Bedford, Bedfordshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is excited to be working on a retained basis with Premier Cables/IEWC in Bedford to assist with the recruitment of a Management Accountant IEWC is a leading supplier of wire, cable, and wire management products and also specializes in manufacturing value added solutions. The company is committed to empowering its team members and partners to drive a more connected future. They focus on delivering a broad portfolio of wire and cable solutions to thousands of companies in manufacturing, infrastructure, broadcast, professional audio-visual, and telecommunications. The organization has grown organically and through acquisition during its 60-year history and today is comprised of six companies: IEWC, Cablcon, Jupiter Communications, Premier Cables, Bevco & Simcona.Premier Cables has recently located to a larger site in Bedford to accommodate the 3-5 year growth plan. Employing c.65 employees - this is the base for the EMEA operation which has presence in mainland Germany. The RoleThe Management Accountant will play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial reporting and actionable insight to support strategic decision-making. You will take ownership of the month-end process, budget preparation, variance analysis, and operational forecasting while acting as a trusted finance business partner across departments. This is an excellent opportunity to add value to the business in order to assist with continued and sustained development.Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Lead the end-to-end month-end process, ensuring accurate closure of ledgers and timely preparation of monthly management accounts.</li><li>Prepare Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, Balance Sheet reconciliations, and Cash Flow statements.</li><li>Calculate and post accruals, prepayments, fixed asset depreciation, and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Produce commentary on monthly performance, identifying key cost drivers and variances against budget and forecast.</li><li>Assist in the annual budgeting process and quarterly/rolling forecasts across revenue and operational expenditure.</li><li>Conduct margin, product, and cost-centre profitability analysis to identify opportunities for efficiency and growth.</li><li>Prepare financial packs for the monthly departmental business reviews</li><li>In collaboration with Materials Management, analyse inventory levels, stock turns, and sales trends to identify inventory anomalies, excess holdings, or shortages.</li><li>Monitor working capital and maintain cash flow forecasts.</li><li>Maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Act as a primary liaison for annual statutory audit preparation.</li><li>Ensure a culture of continuous improvement in the policies, systems, processes, and methods of the supervised function.</li><li>Stay updated with emerging financial technologies and best practices.</li><li>Ensure that documentation is maintained to allow the Finance Department to track all acquisitions, maintenance, and repair of real estate, distribution centre, and office equipment at all IEWC EMEA subsidiaries.</li></ul>Your ProfileYou will be a Qualified Accountant with a "can do" Approach to financial issues and able to take ownership and accountability for cross functional issues and commercial support. Previous experience of UK/US GAAP would be beneficial as would Rubicon or SAP exposure. You will be interpersonally effective and looking for a strong opportunity to develop skills and experience in a fast moving business.Salary and BenefitsThe role of Management Accountant for Premier Cables in Bedford is offering a salary of £50-55K will be working in the office 4 days a week sometimes 5. This is an exciting and strong development opportunity for someone to push their career forwards in a role within a changing outlook the next 3-5 years. 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNjk3ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-12T08:43:35Z

Finance Manager

Bedford, Bedfordshire
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is excited to be working on a retained basis with Premier Cables/IEWC in Bedford to assist with the recruitment of an EMEA Finance Manager IEWC is a leading supplier of wire, cable, and wire management products and also specializes in manufacturing value added solutions. The company is committed to empowering its team members and partners to drive a more connected future. They focus on delivering a broad portfolio of wire and cable solutions to thousands of companies in manufacturing, infrastructure, broadcast, professional audio-visual, and telecommunications. The organization has grown organically and through acquisition during its 60-year history and today is comprised of six companies: IEWC, Cablcon, Jupiter Communications, Premier Cables, Bevco & Simcona.Premier Cables has recently located to a larger site in Bedford to accommodate the 3-5 year growth plan. Employing c.65 employees - this is the base for the EMEA operation which has presence in mainland Germany. The RoleThe EMEA Finance Manager will oversee the day-to-day financial management and reporting operations for the EMEA business, covering entities in the UK, Germany & Poland. Working in a fast-paced environment involving high-value inventory, complex supply chains, and import/export activities, you will manage the finance team, drive month-end reporting, control cash flow, and ensure compliance with UK and European accounting standards and tax regulations.Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and oversee the daily activities of the finance team</li><li>Conduct performance reviews and develop the finance team to achieve departmental goals.</li><li>Own the month-end and year-end financial close processes, ensuring complete balance sheet reconciliations and accurate P&L reporting.</li><li>Produce monthly management account packs with clear commercial commentary on variances, margins, and operational KPIs.</li><li>Present accurate and timely monthly financial reporting to the EMEA Finance Director.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.</li><li>Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.</li><li>Prepare the quarterly and annual EMEA forecasts in coordination with department heads and IEWC Group.</li><li>Oversee inventory valuation, stock reconciliations, and cost of goods sold analysis across warehouse operations.</li><li>Monitor product costing</li><li>Manage short-term and long-term cash flow forecasting, working capital optimisation, and foreign currency/exchange rate exposures (GBP, EUR, USD).</li><li>Ensure full compliance with UK tax regulations, including standard and import VAT (PVA), duty tariffs, and Intrastat/customs reporting.</li><li>Lead the annual external audit process and act as the primary contact for auditors and tax advisors.</li><li>Partner with department heads to analyse product line profitability and pricing structures.</li><li>Support investment decisions, capital expenditure (CapEx) appraisals, and ERP/system enhancements.</li><li>Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard the company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.</li></ul>Your ProfileYou will be a Qualified Accountant with a "can do" Approach to financial issues and with excellent team management skills and the ability to take ownership and accountability for cross functional issues and commercial support. Previous experience of UK/US GAAP would be beneficial as would Rubicon or SAP exposure. You will be interpersonally effective and looking for a strong opportunity to develop skills and experience in a fast moving business.Salary and BenefitsThe role of EMEA Finance Manager for Premier Cables in Bedford is offering a salary of £65-75K will be working in the office 4 days a week sometimes 5. This is an exciting and strong development opportunity for someone to push their career forwards in a newly created role within a changing outlook the next 3-5 years. 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMjQwMDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-12T08:48:42Z

Management Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is an expanding energy consultancy business based in London. They manage national energy grids, ensuring compliance with market rules. Operating at the heart of the energy sector, they ensure the market runs accurately and smoothly.Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire a talented Management Accountant to join their high-performing finance department.RoleReporting into the Financial Controller, the Management Accountant will support in owning month-end processes, monthly reporting, and commercial responsibilities to help achieve business objectives. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Support the month-end close and reporting process.</li><li>Prepare and post journals, accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.</li><li>Assist with monthly management accounts and reporting.</li><li>Analyse large datasets using Excel.</li><li>Support budgets, forecasts and variance analysis.</li><li>Prepare reports and statements for sales and commission teams.</li><li>Liaise with external auditors and provide supporting information.</li><li>Manage multiple reports, deadlines and priorities.</li><li>Investigate data discrepancies and resolve issues.</li><li>Support improvements to finance processes and reporting.</li><li>Work with wider teams to provide accurate financial information.</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal profile for this Management Accountant position, should have the following:<ul><li>Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA or CIMA)</li><li>3+ years of experience within a similar Management Accountant / Assistant Management Accountant role</li><li>Strong understanding of month-end and balance sheet accounting</li><li>Good Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets</li><li>Confident communicating with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Comfortable managing multiple deadlines and working autonomously</li><li>Strong double-entry knowledge and bookkeeping</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£40,000 - £45,000 plus additional benefits:<ul><li>Hybrid working structure - 2-3 days in office</li><li>Study support package</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Cycle2Work scheme</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays</li></ul>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjQ3MDMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-20T21:02:16Z

Finance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Finance ManagerLocation: City of London (Hybrid - 3 days in the office) Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + competitive benefits Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth FinTech business based in the City of London to recruit a Finance Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a scaling organisation and play a key role within the finance function, acting as the bridge between the transactional finance team and the Financial Controller. This is a broad and hands-on position, responsible for overseeing day-to-day finance operations, improving processes and controls, and ensuring the finance function runs efficiently. The RoleFinance Manager key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Overseeing day-to-day finance operations and transactional finance activities</li><li>Managing month-end processes and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting</li><li>Maintaining and improving financial controls across the business</li><li>Supporting process improvements and automation initiatives to drive efficiency</li><li>Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow management</li><li>Working closely with the Financial Controller to support the wider finance agenda</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact within the finance function and providing guidance to junior team members</li><li>Supporting ad hoc projects as the business continues to grow and evolve</li></ul> About YouWe are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded accountant who is eager to develop within a growing business.You will have:<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification</li><li>At least 1-year PQE - either in accounts preparation OR industry trained.</li><li>Ideal background within an SME environment OR experience within Financial Services/ FinTech</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the business</li></ul> We Would Be Particularly Interested In<ul><li>Newly qualified accountants who have trained in industry</li><li>ACA-qualified candidates from smaller accountancy practices/ accounts preparation who have worked predominantly with Financial Services clients</li><li>Individuals looking to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced and growing organisation.</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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuMTI1MzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-25T10:18:34Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
50000 - 550000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Financial Accountant</h1>Horsham | Office-Based | Competitive Salary + BenefitsRobert Half is partnering with a leading specialist services organisation to recruit a qualified Financial Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and evolving business operating within a highly regulated environment, offering genuine scope for career development and progression.Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in owning month-end accounting processes, ensuring balance sheet integrity, and supporting financial control across the business. The position offers broad exposure across reporting, audit, cash flow, working capital, and finance transformation initiatives.<h2>The Role</h2>Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Leading the month-end close process and ensuring timely reporting deadlines are met</li><li>Producing monthly revenue, gross margin, and management reporting</li><li>Owning key balance sheet areas including accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, stock, capital expenditure, and other control accounts</li><li>Managing revenue recognition and project accounting activities where required</li><li>Supporting VAT reporting and statutory compliance obligations</li><li>Acting as a key contact for external auditors throughout the annual audit process</li><li>Maintaining and developing financial controls within the accounting system</li><li>Supporting weekly cash flow forecasting and payment processes</li><li>Monitoring working capital performance, including WIP, invoicing processes, and aged debt management</li><li>Partnering with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight and challenge</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve processes, automation, systems, and reporting capabilities</li><li>Supporting finance transformation and continuous improvement projects</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>The ideal candidate will possess:<ul><li>Qualified ACA, ACCA</li><li>Strong financial accounting and month-end close experience</li><li>Proven experience managing journals, reconciliations, reporting schedules, and general ledger activities</li><li>Excellent balance sheet control and technical accounting skills</li><li>Strong Excel capabilities, including pivot tables, reconciliations, and data analysis</li><li>Experience working with ERP/accounting systems (Business Central experience advantageous)</li><li>Previous exposure to external audits and statutory reporting processes</li><li>A proactive and inquisitive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement</li><li>Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with both finance and operational stakeholders</li><li>The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and perform well within reporting deadlines</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation</li><li>Direct exposure to senior leadership and business decision-making</li><li>Broad and varied role with significant ownership and responsibility</li><li>Clear progression and personal development opportunities</li><li>Involvement in systems, process improvement, and finance transformation projects</li><li>Collaborative and supportive working environment</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 equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. 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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi40ODM2Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-02T07:09:31Z

Senior Financial Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Senior Financial Accountant Location: Central London (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + BenefitsRobert Half is partnering exclusively with a well-established, profitable infrastructure and engineering organisation to recruit a Senior Financial Accountant.This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong ACA or ACCA qualified accountant to join a high-performing finance team within a complex, large-scale business. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role offers broad exposure across statutory reporting, group reporting, technical accounting, audit, tax and financial controls, while providing genuine scope to improve processes and influence best practice across the wider finance function.<h3>The Role</h3>Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading balance sheet control processes, reconciliations and risk management activities.</li><li>Owning IFRS 16 lease accounting across the business, including technical guidance and monthly reconciliations.</li><li>Preparing and analysing quarterly group reporting packs.</li><li>Supporting the production of statutory accounts and associated reporting requirements.</li><li>Leading external audit processes and acting as a key contact for auditors and stakeholders.</li><li>Providing technical accounting guidance on evolving accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Supporting corporate tax activities, VAT and CIS compliance.</li><li>Driving improvements to financial controls, governance and reporting processes.</li><li>Partnering with senior finance and operational stakeholders across the business.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who can demonstrate:<ul><li>ACA or ACCA qualification.</li><li>Practice-trained background, ideally from a recognised accountancy firm.</li><li>Strong statutory reporting and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Hands-on knowledge of IFRS, including IFRS 16.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and attention to detail.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems.</li><li>A proactive mindset with a desire to drive improvements and challenge existing processes.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>Experience gained within a medium to large-sized organisation.</li><li>Exposure to group reporting environments.</li><li>Experience with Alteryx or other finance automation tools.</li><li>Prior involvement in audit management, tax compliance or financial control functions.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>High-profile role within a successful and growing organisation.</li><li>Significant exposure to senior finance leadership.</li><li>Opportunity to influence financial controls and reporting processes.</li><li>Broad technical accounting experience across a complex business environment.</li><li>Excellent long-term career development prospects.</li></ul>For a confidential discussion, please contact Robert Half today. 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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4wMzkwOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-14T07:47:17Z

Financial Accountant

London, London
remote
Temporary
300 - 350 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Financial Accountant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for the following duties:<ul><li>Maintain accurate financial records, including journals, reconciliations and general ledger postings.</li><li>Manage cash transactions, bank reconciliations, expenses and company credit cards.</li><li>Oversee sales invoicing and support credit control and cash collection.</li><li>Prepare VAT and WHT returns.</li><li>Support monthly management accounts, including contract asset and liability accounting.</li><li>Assist with forecasting, budgeting and commercial reporting, including backlog and pipeline reporting.</li><li>Support year-end reporting, statutory audits and ad hoc financial analysis.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and reporting.</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely financial information.</li><li>System - NetSuite</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Financial Accountant will be qualified.You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a leading Renewable Energy Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:This temporary Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £300-£350 per day via an umbrella company, 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/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjA2MDkwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-09T16:07:44Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
425 - 475 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary,Financial Accountant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for the following duties:<ul><li>Creating audit pack across 20 entities.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Intercompany reconciliations</li><li>Variance / commentary</li><li>Ad-hoc finance work</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Financial Accountant will either be ACA or ACCA qualified and have experience with IFRS.This role requires you to be in the office 5 days per week.You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a leading SaaS business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.Salary & Benefits:This temporary Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £425-£475 per day via an umbrella company, 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/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjU4NzkxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-22T11:29:44Z

Management Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Management Accountant - Central London - HybridPermanent hire - £55,000 - £60,000 DOERobert Half are partnering with a growing, specialist recruitment firm to hire a newly created Management Accountant position.This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant looking for a broad, hands-on role within a growing SME environment. Company:The business is an established UK-based talent and recruitment organisation operating across specialist technology, data, digital and transformation markets. It has an international presence and the organisation works with a range of high-profile global clients. The Role:Reporting directly into the CFO, this is a newly created position driven by continued business growth.The role will provide broad exposure across financial accounting, management reporting and commercial finance, including:<ul><li>Ownership of the month-end close</li><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts and MI packs</li><li>Detailed variance analysis</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Payroll</li><li>VAT and other statutory finance responsibilities</li><li>Liaising with external auditors</li><li>Supporting the CFO with ad hoc requests or projects</li><li>Helping to improve and develop finance processes as the business continues to scale</li></ul> About You:We are ideally looking for someone who is ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or recently qualified.You could be:<ul><li>An industry-trained Management Accountant looking for a broader role with greater ownership</li><li>A newly qualified accountant from practice looking to make the move into industry</li><li>Good communication skills, ability to work with senior stakeholders</li><li>Proactive, desire to learn etc</li></ul> Package:<ul><li>£DOE</li><li>Hybrid working - three days in the office and two days from home</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Pension</li><li>More TBC</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/TGF1cmVuLlByZXNzbWFuLjM2NzU1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-13T15:46:32Z

Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Contract
85000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Global Advertising Group | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £85,000-£100,000 | 1-Year Fixed-Term Contract Robert Half are partnering with a major global marketing group to recruit a Financial Controller for their UK finance function, based in Central London.This is a 1-year fixed-term contract, so we are ideally looking for someone who is happy with a 12-month contract and comfortable committing to the full duration of the role.With operations across multiple international markets and a portfolio of well-known advertising, media, and communications agencies, this organisation offers the scale, complexity, and reporting requirements of a truly global business.This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong finance professional with a strong financial accounting or Financial Controller background to step into a key role within a large, complex, multi-entity group environment. The position offers significant exposure to group reporting, consolidations, IFRS, financial controls and senior stakeholder management. About the PositionIn this role you will:<ul><li>Take ownership of financial reporting across multiple UK entities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to UK management and international stakeholders.</li><li>Lead the monthly management reporting and reforecasting process, including detailed variance analysis and ensuring submissions are delivered within stringent group deadlines.</li><li>Oversee multiple P&Ls and balance sheet areas, ensuring strong financial control and accuracy across the entities.</li><li>Review balance sheet reconciliations, analyse movements and ensure any issues are identified and resolved promptly.</li><li>Oversee WIP, house costs, accruals, journals and other key areas of financial accounting, ensuring your team are managing these effectively.</li><li>Manage cash forecasting, FX reporting and cost management across the business.</li><li>Lead and manage a team of Finance Managers, providing guidance, oversight and support across their respective P&Ls. The role will be focused on managing and reviewing the team rather than being a hands-on preparer.</li><li>Manage relationships with the UK and overseas Shared Service Centre team, providing clear direction and ensuring agreed deliverables, journals and reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time.</li><li>Oversee the statutory and group audit processes, working closely with external auditors, the Shared Service Centre and wider agency teams to ensure all requirements are delivered within strict deadlines.</li><li>Review financial statements and support the delivery of statutory and group reporting requirements across the UK entities.</li><li>Oversee tax and regulatory submissions, including VAT, corporation tax-related reporting, PSA, ONS submissions and other HMRC and UK Government requirements.</li><li>Review and approve relevant submissions prepared by the Shared Service Centre, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li></ul> What we're looking for<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant.</li><li>Previous Financial Controller, Financial Accounting, Group Accounting or similar experience within a large, complex organisation.</li><li>Strong financial accounting background with excellent technical accounting knowledge and a strong understanding of IFRS.</li><li>Experience working across multiple entities, ideally within a group environment with exposure to consolidations and group reporting.</li><li>Experience working within a large organisation where there are stringent reporting deadlines, complex structures and multiple stakeholders.</li><li>Previous team management experience.</li><li>We are open to candidates who have trained in practice and subsequently moved into industry, as well as those who have trained directly within industry. </li><li>Advertising experience would be advantageous but is not essential.</li><li>US GAAP and SOX experience would be advantageous but is not essential.</li></ul> Here's what's waiting for you<ul><li>£85,000-£100,000 salary plus benefits.</li><li>Hybrid working-3 days per week in the office.</li><li>The opportunity to join a major global advertising group.</li><li>Significant exposure to complex, multi-entity financial reporting and group processes.</li><li>Responsibility for a large, established finance team.</li><li>Exposure to senior stakeholders across both the UK and international finance functions.</li></ul> Why this role could be your next moveThis is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who wants to step into a genuinely complex Financial Controller position within a large international organisation. You'll be working across multiple entities, dealing with demanding reporting deadlines, group reporting, consolidations, IFRS, financial controls and a wide range of senior stakeholders.The business is particularly interested in candidates who understand the complexity that comes with working for a large organisation. This is not a straightforward single-entity Financial Controller position; you will be operating within a sizeable international group with multiple entities, significant reporting requirements, shared service centres and tight monthly and quarterly deadlines.Advertising or agency experience would be a major advantage, but the priority is someone who has already worked within a large, complex organisation and is comfortable operating in a highly controlled and deadline-driven 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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMjY0ODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-30T08:34:36Z

Systems Accountant

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
Systems AccountantExclusive partnership with Robert HalfMilton Keynes | Hybrid | Up to £40,000Are you a finance professional with strong experience in financial systems, reporting and data, looking for a role where you can genuinely influence and improve how finance operates?This is an excellent opportunity to join an established organisation in Milton Keynes, taking ownership of financial systems while working closely with Finance, Business Intelligence and senior stakeholders. The RoleYou'll be responsible for managing and developing financial accounting systems, ensuring data is accurate, reliable and meaningful.You'll also have the opportunity to:<ul><li>Take ownership of the architecture and development of financial systems</li><li>Develop insightful dashboards and reports for financial and non-financial users</li><li>Analyse financial data and improve reporting solutions</li><li>Work with the other teams to design, build and test reporting</li><li>Develop and improve finance processes and controls</li><li>Oversee financial data production and challenge existing outputs</li><li>Support monthly management accounts and performance reporting</li><li>Contribute to wider business projects and strategic analysis</li></ul> About YouWe're looking for someone with hands-on experience working with finance systems, financial reporting and data.You don't need to be fully qualified. Part-qualified accountants, AAT-qualified candidates and strong finance systems professionals will all be considered.Ideally, you'll have:<ul><li>Experience working with and developing financial systems and processes</li><li>Strong Excel and computerised accounting systems experience</li><li>Experience producing financial reports, management information or dashboards</li><li>Good understanding of accounting and management accounts</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders</li><li>A proactive approach to improving systems and processes</li></ul> Benefits<ul><li>Up to £40,000, depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>30 days annual leave + Bank Holidays</li><li>3 additional Christmas/New Year closure days</li><li>Birthday off</li><li>Generous pension scheme</li><li>Professional development and support towards qualifications</li><li>Employee wellbeing platform and Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Excellent employee discounts and rewards</li><li>Free parking</li></ul> Why Apply?A great opportunity for a finance professional who wants to combine accounting, systems, data and business improvement rather than being restricted to traditional finance.You'll have genuine ownership, exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a tangible difference to financial systems and reporting.For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Bhavin Kotecha FCCA at Robert Half. Exclusive partnership with Robert Half.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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuOTQyNTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-10T15:46:02Z

Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
65000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Marketing & Brand Experience | Central London | £70,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are partnering with a growing international marketing and brand experience business to recruit a Financial Controller into its London-based finance team. Reporting to the Finance Director, this is a broad Financial Controller role with responsibility across financial operations, reporting, controls and compliance. The business operates with an outsourced accounting provider who manages much of the day-to-day bookkeeping and processing. As a result, this role is less about transactional processing and more about ownership, oversight and control - reviewing the numbers, challenging where necessary, ensuring robust processes are in place and providing accurate financial information to the senior finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and wants broad exposure across month-end, revenue recognition, cash flow, payroll, audit, financial controls and process improvement. About the Position Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for: <ul><li>Leading the annual external audit process, including preparing the audit file, coordinating samples and testing, resolving auditor queries and managing the process through to completion.</li><li> Taking ownership of revenue recognition and ensuring the appropriate accounting treatment is applied in line with IFRS.</li><li>Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and maintaining robust balance sheet controls.</li><li>Managing and overseeing the outsourced accounting provider, reviewing their work, resolving issues and providing direction where improvements or corrections are required.</li><li>Leading the month-end and year-end close processes, including journals, reconciliations, supporting schedules and management accounts.</li><li>Overseeing payroll, including new starters, leavers, benefits and salary changes, ensuring the process is accurate and compliant.</li><li>Monitoring cash flow and working capital, preparing cash flow projections and highlighting potential cash pressures or opportunities.</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial performance analysis across the business.</li><li>Maintaining the fixed asset and wider asset registers, ensuring assets are accurately recorded, tracked, valued and depreciated.</li><li>Establishing and maintaining strong accounting policies, procedures and internal controls to mitigate financial risk.</li><li>Managing statutory and regulatory compliance requirements, including UK tax and VAT obligations.</li></ul> What We're Looking For <ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA).</li><li>Proven experience in a Financial Accounting position.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly around revenue recognition, IFRS and financial controls.</li><li>Preference for someone who is audit trained and has since moved into a Financial Accounting position within a small to medium-sized business. However, technically proficient industry-trained Financial Accountants will also be considered.</li><li>Strong experience across month-end and year-end close, management accounts, reconciliations and balance sheet governance.</li><li>Experience across payroll, cash flow, working capital and statutory compliance.</li><li>Strong external audit experience, with the ability to manage the audit process and act as the main point of contact for auditors.</li><li>Comfortable working in a hands-on environment where you will need to get into the detail rather than simply manage from a distance.</li></ul> Here's What's Waiting for You <ul><li>£70,000 salary depending on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working from a Central London office.</li><li>A broad Financial Controller role with genuine ownership across the finance function.</li><li>Significant responsibility across financial control, reporting, cash flow, compliance, audit and operational finance.</li><li>Scope to improve existing processes, controls and reporting rather than simply maintaining the status quo.</li><li>An international environment, working closely with senior stakeholders based in both the UK and abroad.</li></ul> Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is a great opportunity for a technically strong accountant looking for a broad Financial Controller position where they can genuinely take ownership of the numbers and have an impact on how the finance function operates. The role offers a good balance between technical accounting and hands-on financial control, alongside exposure to cash flow, working capital, audit, compliance, financial analysis and process improvement. You'll be working closely with senior finance stakeholders and will have the opportunity to strengthen processes, controls and reporting across the business. For someone who enjoys being close to the detail, has strong technical accounting knowledge and wants a role where they can combine financial control with commercial and operational insight, this could be an excellent next move.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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNDU5MDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-21T11:35:10Z

Assistant Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
Finance & Operations AssistantCity of London | Hybrid | Full-Time | £35,000-£40,000A boutique real estate investment and development business is looking for a Finance & Operations Assistant to support its finance function and day-to-day operations. This is a broad, hands-on role offering exposure across accounts, property administration and business operations within a professional, close-knit team.Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Processing invoices, expenses and payment runs</li><li>Bank reconciliations and finance administration</li><li>Raising sales and rental invoices</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial and CRM records</li><li>Document management and SharePoint administration</li><li>Supporting property and project-related operations</li><li>General office and administrative support</li></ul>About you:<ul><li>Experience in finance administration, accounts payable or bookkeeping</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>Reliable, proactive and able to manage deadlines</li><li>Property or real estate experience</li><li>Experience of automation processes or enthusiasm to learn</li></ul>What's on offer:<ul><li>Stable, long-term opportunity</li><li>Friendly and collaborative working environment</li><li>Exposure to both finance and operations</li><li>Study support towards AAT or a relevant qualification for the right candidate</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/Um9iaW4uSG9iYnMuODU2MzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-11T09:46:07Z

Management Accountant

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
remote
Temporary
34000 - 38000 GBP / Yearly
Salary: £34,000 - £38,000Contract: 10-month fixed-term contractWorking hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pmLocation: Fully On-siteRobert Half has partnered with a leading business in Peterborough to recruit for a Management Accountant on a 10-month fixed-term contract.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join a fast-paced organisation, providing financial insight and partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders.Key responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare weekly and monthly management reporting</li><li>Support the month-end process, including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations</li><li>Provide variance analysis and clear financial commentary</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning</li><li>Provide financial analysis to support business decisions</li><li>Work closely with operational and commercial stakeholders</li><li>Present financial information and highlight key trends, risks and opportunities</li></ul>About you<ul><li>Experience in a Management Accountant or similar finance role</li><li>Strong management reporting and analytical skills</li><li>Good understanding of month-end accounting</li><li>Confident communicating with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Strong Excel skills and experience using financial systems</li><li>Commercially aware, organised and able to work to tight deadlines</li></ul>What's on offer<ul><li>Salary £34,000 - £38,000</li><li>10-month fixed-term contract</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Healthcare and wellbeing benefits</li><li>Additional employee discounts and benefits</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMTg1ODIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-18T12:21:51Z

Financial Controls Manager - Temporary

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
remote
Temporary
300 - 350 GBP / Daily
Our client, based in Cambridge, is seeking an experienced Financial Controls Manager to join their finance function on a 9-month interim contract.This is a broad role with responsibility for financial controls, month-end accounting, statutory compliance, audit and financial processes across a number of UK and international entities.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage the monthly accounting cycle and month-end processes across group entities.</li><li>Liaise with the FP&A Manager to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Develop, manage and review financial policies, systems and controls, providing guidance and support to colleagues.</li><li>Support the annual audit across the UK and international group entities.</li><li>Prepare UK and Irish statutory accounts and oversee accounting-related filings</li><li>Ensure financial practices comply with Charities SORP (FRS 102) and other relevant regulations.</li><li>Review income treatment to ensure compliance with SORP, including partial exemption treatment and supporting documentation.</li><li>Oversee VAT, Gift Aid and wider tax compliance.</li><li>Lead and support the finance team, providing clear direction and ensuring effective delivery of key processes.</li><li>Manage the delivery of finance processes through Virtual Finance Offices across the UK, USA, India and Kenya.</li><li>Oversee payment runs and act as the first approver for payments across the relevant entities.</li><li>Provide oversight of financial due diligence on new and existing global partners.</li><li>Identify opportunities to strengthen financial controls, processes and reporting across the group.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>The ideal candidate will be an experienced finance professional with strong exposure to financial controls, accounting processes and compliance.You will ideally have:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience in a Financial Controls Manager, Financial Controller, Senior Management Accountant or similar role.</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Experience across month-end, statutory accounts and audit.</li><li>Strong knowledge of financial controls, policies and processes.</li><li>Experience working across multiple entities and/or international operations.</li><li>Ideally, knowledge of Charities SORP (FRS 102), VAT and Gift Aid.</li><li>Experience managing or overseeing finance teams and outsourced/shared-service functions.</li><li>The ability to quickly understand existing processes, identify improvements and take ownership of a broad controls remit.</li></ul><h3>Contract Details</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>9-month interim contract</li><li>£300-£350 per day + holiday pay</li><li>50% office-based in Cambridge</li><li>October 2026 start</li><li>Broad financial controls and accounting remit with significant international exposure</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjM4MDQ5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-02T10:20:30Z

Financial Analyst

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth FinTech business in the City of London to recruit a Financial Analyst. This is a newly created role that will be instrumental in building and developing the company's FP&A and business intelligence capability.This opportunity is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working with data, automation, and technology. While the core FP&A responsibilities are relatively straightforward, the business is looking for someone who can go beyond traditional forecasting and reporting to drive automation, improve decision-making, and deliver meaningful business insights. Key Focus AreasFP&A & Commercial Finance<ul><li>Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the Group.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Perform scenario analysis and sensitivity modelling.</li><li>Produce management information and board reporting packs.</li><li>Support long-term business planning and performance tracking.</li><li>Deliver commercial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.</li><li>Partner with stakeholders across the business to improve financial performance.</li></ul>Data, Automation & Business Intelligence<ul><li>Build and enhance reporting capabilities through Power BI and data analytics tools.</li><li>Identify opportunities to automate manual finance and reporting processes.</li><li>Create dashboards and visualisations that provide actionable insights to management.</li><li>Improve data quality, accessibility, and reporting efficiency across the business.</li><li>Utilise AI and automation tools to increase productivity and enhance decision-making.</li><li>Develop scalable reporting solutions that support business growth.</li></ul>Strategic Support<ul><li>Work closely with the CFO to develop a dedicated FP&A capability.</li><li>Support Board and executive-level reporting requirements.</li><li>Partner with Finance, Treasury, and Regulatory Finance teams.</li><li>Provide insight into business performance, cash generation, and key operational metrics.</li><li>Contribute to strategic projects and continuous process improvement initiatives.</li></ul> Candidate Profile:<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or relevant experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or investment analysis.</li><li>Background in FP&A, commercial finance, business partnering, or other analytical finance roles.</li><li>Experience within Financial Services, FinTech, Payments, FX, or a high-growth environment is advantageous.</li><li>Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.</li><li>Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools.</li><li>Data-driven mindset with an interest in automation, AI, and improving reporting processes.</li><li>Able to turn complex data into clear, actionable business insights.</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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuOTA0MjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-10T14:08:42Z

Management Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Management Accountant - Entertainment & Public RelationsPermanent Role. £50,000 - £60,000 DOECentral London - Onsite: 5 days in the office.Robert Half are partnering exclusively with a global strategic brand investment and advisory business operating at the intersection of entertainment, luxury, media, hospitality and global culture to recruit a Management Accountant.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who is comfortable working in an SME environment and enjoys working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial business. The RoleAs Management Accountant, you will work closely with the CFO and take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, providing financial insight and helping to improve processes across the business.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Managing core finance operations, including AP, AR, banking and the general ledger</li><li>Preparing monthly management accounts</li><li>Owning the P&L and cash flow</li><li>Cash flow management, foreign currency and debt collection</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>Reviewing project budgets for profitability</li><li>Preparing monthly financial statements</li><li>Supporting the audit process and external advisers</li><li>VAT</li><li>Supporting the Accounts Assistant</li><li>Working closely with senior stakeholders across the business</li><li>Identifying and implementing process improvements</li></ul> About YouWe are looking for a finance professional who:<ul><li>Has a strong hands-on SME background</li><li>Has experience with management accounts, P&L and cash flow</li><li>Is comfortable working in a messy, unstructured or fast-moving environment</li><li>Is proactive, resourceful and a natural problem solver</li><li>Is comfortable working independently and dealing with ambiguity</li><li>Can build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels</li><li>Enjoys improving processes and bringing greater structure to a business</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/TGF1cmVuLlByZXNzbWFuLjk1NDE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-10T09:40:10Z

Management Accountant - Temp

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
remote
Temporary
55000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Location: Near Cambridge (Hybrid - 2 days per week) Duration: Initial 6-Month Contract (Potential to Extend) Rate: Circa £60,000 FTE or competitive day rateRobert Half are delighted to be partnering with a rapidly growing business near Cambridge to recruit a qualified Management Accountant for an initial six-month interim assignment.This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding organisation that is creating a new position within its finance team. The role is being introduced on an interim basis to support continued growth, with the intention of assessing the long-term need for the position. As a result, there is genuine potential for the contract to be extended or converted into a permanent role.Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of the monthly management accounts process while supporting a range of ongoing finance and business improvement projects.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts</li><li>Lead month-end close activities, including journals, accruals and prepayments</li><li>Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances</li><li>Produce insightful financial analysis and management reporting</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting</li><li>Partner with stakeholders across the business to provide financial support and challenge</li><li>Contribute to ongoing finance projects and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Assist with the continued development of the finance function as the business grows</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li>Previous experience producing full management accounts within a commercial environment</li><li>Strong month-end accounting experience</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Strong Excel skills and experience using finance systems</li><li>Experience using Xero would be advantageous, although not essential</li><li>Available to start immediately or at short notice</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjkxODQ1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-07T12:58:38Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
400 - 450 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary,Financial Accountant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for the following duties:<ul><li>Creating audit pack for Costar's 20 entities.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Intercompany reconciliations</li><li>Variance / commentary</li><li>Ad-hoc finance work</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Financial Accountant will either be ACA qualified and have experience with IFRS. This role requires you to be in the office 5 days per week. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a leading SaaS business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:This temporary Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £400-£450 per day via an umbrella company, 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/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjI1MjE5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-07T07:14:31Z

Forensic Accountant

Hatfield, Hertfordshire
remote
Temporary
300.00 - 500.00 GBP / Daily
Robert Half is recruiting an Interim Forensic Accountant for our client in Hatfield, for a period of up to 6 months. The position of Interim Forensic Accountant will require the following;<ul><li>Qualified accountant </li><li>Strong academic background</li><li>In depth, forensic analytical skills to investigate multiple data reports / reconciliations / discrepancies etc.</li><li>VAT analysis and reporting experience</li><li>Contract reconciliations, sourcing documents, commissions</li><li>HMRC / Audit intermediary liaison</li><li>Hands-on approach, good personality, receptive to ideas</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines</li><li>Ability to implement and improve existing processes</li><li>Strong excel skills (VLOOKUP's and pivot tables minimum)</li><li>Sage experience, or similar ERP</li><li>Hospitality or similar fast moving industry - preferred</li><li>SME BACKGROUND ESSENTIAL</li></ul>The position of Interim Forensic Accountant is paying competitively on a daily rate basis, and due to the nature of the requirements, will be 100% based onsite. This is considered an urgent requirement to begin asap. 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/amFtZXMuZWxsaXMuMTgyMTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-02T18:17:47Z

Fund Accounting Manager

City of London, London
remote
Contract
60000 - 64000 GBP / Yearly
Fund Accounting Manager | Real Estate & Investment Management | Central London | £60,000-£64,000 | 12-Month FTC Robert Half are partnering with a leading international investment management business to recruit a Fund Accounting Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a 1-year fixed-term contract, so we are ideally looking for someone who is happy with a 12-month contract and comfortable committing to the full duration of the role. The role is available to start within the next month, so candidates will need to be immediately available or currently serving their notice period. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant, ideally ACA qualified, who has trained within audit and gained experience auditing investment management businesses, funds or asset management clients. The role sits within a specialist finance team and provides broad exposure across fund accounting, financial reporting, technical accounting, financial controls and client reporting. You will work closely with fund managers, asset managers, clients and external service providers, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move from audit into a broad fund accounting role. The position would suit someone who has developed a strong understanding of financial reporting and controls through auditing funds or asset management clients and is now looking to take greater ownership of the numbers, develop their stakeholder management skills and gain direct exposure to the investment management environment. About the Position You will be responsible for: <ul><li>Reviewing monthly and quarterly financial reporting for a portfolio of UK and European real estate funds, ensuring accuracy, quality and timely delivery.</li><li>Reviewing financial statements and challenging accounting treatments to ensure compliance with IFRS and relevant fund reporting requirements.</li><li>Presenting financial reporting to clients, responding to queries and building strong, long-term stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, investigating reconciling items and ensuring robust financial controls are maintained across the funds.</li><li>Overseeing VAT and CIS reporting, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and filing requirements.</li><li>Acting as a key finance contact for fund teams, asset managers, operations teams and clients, providing technical accounting and financial support.</li><li>Working closely with third-party administrators, external auditors, tax advisers and other service providers to ensure high-quality delivery.</li><li>Coordinating year-end audit processes, managing technical queries and ensuring recommendations arising from external reviews are addressed.</li><li>Supporting the financial management of funds through cash flow monitoring, financial governance and operational oversight.</li><li>Leading the financial onboarding of new clients and mandates, helping to establish appropriate reporting processes, controls and stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Supporting tender processes and the appointment of new external service providers where required.</li></ul> What We're Looking For <ul><li>Newly qualified accountant (ACA qualified).</li><li>Audit-trained with experience auditing funds, asset management or investment management clients.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial reporting, accounting principles and financial controls, ideally with exposure to IFRS.</li><li>Experience working with asset management, investment management, real estate, funds.</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills and the ability to understand and challenge financial reporting.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build credible relationships with clients, fund managers, asset managers and external advisers.</li><li>Commercially minded, proactive and solutions-focused, with a genuine interest in developing beyond a traditional audit role.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and quality.</li></ul> Here's What's Waiting for You <ul><li>Direct exposure to UK and European real estate funds and investment management.</li><li>Broad responsibility across financial reporting, technical accounting, controls, cash flow and client reporting.</li><li>Significant stakeholder exposure, working closely with fund managers, asset managers, clients and senior finance professionals.</li><li>The opportunity to develop commercially and build experience beyond a traditional external audit environment.</li></ul> Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified auditor looking to make the move into industry and develop a career within fund accounting and investment management. If you have spent your training contract auditing asset management or investment management clients, this role offers the opportunity to take the knowledge you have developed in audit and apply it directly within a specialist finance environment.You'll gain exposure to real estate funds, financial reporting, IFRS, financial controls, client relationships and fund operations, while working closely with experienced finance and investment professionals.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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMzQ5NDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-05T10:27:34Z

French Speaking Junior Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
48000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
<h2>The Company</h2>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a growing international agricultural development and investment business with headquarters in the City of London and operations across Africa.The organisation specialises in developing and managing large-scale farming projects in emerging markets, combining agriculture, technology, irrigation, livestock, food processing, and operational expertise to unlock the potential of underutilised land. Beyond driving commercial growth, the business is committed to creating jobs, developing local talent, and supporting sustainable farming practices within the communities it operates.As the company continues to expand its international footprint, they are seeking a Junior Finance Controller to join their London-based finance team and support the financial management of multiple overseas operations.<h2>The Role</h2>Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Junior Finance Controller will play a key role in supporting the financial reporting and control of several international entities.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Reviewing and analysing General Ledger transactions across several African entities, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and compliant.</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for local finance teams, providing support and guidance on accounting, reporting, and financial control matters.</li><li>Preparing and reviewing reconciliations, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner.</li><li>Supporting the production of monthly financial information and management reports for senior stakeholders.</li><li>Monitoring financial performance and identifying risks, variances, and areas for improvement across international operations.</li><li>Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of robust financial controls, processes, and governance frameworks.</li><li>Collaborating with operational teams and senior management to improve financial transparency and support decision-making.</li><li>Supporting external audits and ensuring compliance with group reporting requirements.</li><li>Undertaking regular international travel to visit overseas operations, build relationships with local teams, and gain a detailed understanding of on-the-ground business activities.</li></ul>This role offers a unique opportunity to combine strong technical finance experience with international exposure in a business making a tangible impact through agricultural development and investment.<h2>Your Profile</h2>The successful candidate will be:<ul><li>Part-qualified or studying towards ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.</li><li>Experienced within a finance, accounting, reporting, or management accounting environment.</li><li>Technically strong with a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.</li><li>Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Comfortable working with large volumes of financial data.</li><li>A confident communicator capable of building relationships with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>Proactive, organised, and eager to develop within a growing international business.</li><li>Willing and able to undertake international travel as part of the role.</li></ul><h2>Salary and Benefits</h2><ul><li>£48,000 - £55,000 depending on experience</li><li>International travel opportunities</li><li>Daily lunch allowance</li><li>Modern offices in the City of London</li><li>Exposure to overseas operations and senior leadership</li><li>Excellent long-term career progression opportunities</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/SmVybWFpbmUuTHluY2guMDQzODEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-16T09:02:25Z

Financial Analyst

London, London
remote
Contract
200 - 250 GBP / Daily
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Energy Consultancy in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Financial Analyst for 3- 6 months.Role:Our client is looking for an immediate interim Financial Analyst to assist them for 3-6 months. You will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Produce weekly Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable reporting.</li><li>Maintain reports covering outstanding customer invoices, supplier balances and working capital performance.</li><li>Attend weekly working capital review calls with Business Units.</li><li>Review and discuss key overdue customer invoices and supplier payment positions with stakeholders.</li><li>Record actions, track progress and ensure agreed actions are followed through to completion.</li><li>Escalate issues, risks and delays where appropriate.</li><li>Support the preparation of weekly and monthly cash reporting.</li><li>Maintain cash, receivables and payables reporting packs.</li><li>Ensure data used in reporting is complete, accurate and consistent.</li><li>Investigate and explain significant movements in reported balances.</li><li>Provide concise commentary highlighting key issues, risks and opportunities.</li><li>Refresh and maintain existing Excel-based reporting models.</li><li>Work with and analyse operational and financial datasets using Excel.</li><li>Build and maintain Pivot Table and lookup-based analysis.</li><li>Reconcile reports back to source systems and bank data.</li><li>Support investigation of data issues and work with stakeholders to improve reporting quality.</li><li>Produce accurate and timely management information.</li><li>Work closely with Business Unit finance teams, Treasury and Group Finance.</li><li>Follow up outstanding actions and information requests.</li><li>Challenge incomplete, inconsistent or unusual data where appropriate.</li><li>Build effective working relationships across the business.</li><li>Clearly communicate reporting outputs, issues and required actions.</li><li>Support ongoing improvements to reporting and working capital management processes.</li><li>Identify practical opportunities to improve reporting quality, efficiency and controls.</li><li>Contribute ideas to improve visibility of cash, receivables and payables performance.</li></ul>The successful interim Financial Analyst will have 3+ years experience. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Salary & Benefits:This role is paying between £200-£250 per day Umbrella (DOE)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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjEyNTkxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-16T14:54:16Z

Graduate Finance Assistant Accountant

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
20000 - 26000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Graduate Finance Assistant Accountant role on behalf of a Sales business with offices in Milton KeynesThe RoleAs Graduate Finance Assistant Accountant you will will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of the organisation's cash flow, banking operations, and treasury processes. This role ensures that all banking transactions are accurately processed, reconciled, and reported within in a timely manner. Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Monitor daily cash balances and ensure adequate funding for operational requirements.</li><li>Prepare and process electronic payments, bank transfers, and direct debits.</li><li>Download and reconcile bank statements and credit card statements.</li><li>Investigate discrepancies between the bank account and promptly.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of cash movements, investments, and loan schedules.</li><li>Assist in cash flow forecasting and provide regular treasury reports.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end financial close processes relating to treasury activities.</li></ul>Your ProfileYou will be a Recent Graduate ideally with a Mathematics, Economics or Accounting based Degree or a College Leaver having studied a similar course or AAT. You will have an interest in finance and numbers with strong numerical and analytical skills and excellent attention to detail. Previous experience with Microsoft Excel is highly preferred. This is an excellent first finance role which will be well supported and in a successful organisation.Salary and BenefitsRole of Graduate Finance Assistant Accountant is a Permanent Opportunity and working 5 days a week in the office in Milton Keynes. The role is paying up to £26K + Study + 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMjgxOTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-16T07:53:34Z

Management Accountant

Dartford, Kent
remote
Contract
38 - 47 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Engineering and Construction Company in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Management Accountant for 6-8 weeks.Role:Our client is looking for an immediate interim Management Accountant to assist them for 6-8 weeks. You will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Carry out audit clean-up and reconciliation work across the finance ledgers.</li><li>Complete bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Perform Accounts Payable (AP) ledger reconciliations and ensure balances are accurate.</li><li>Complete Accounts Receivable (AR) ledger reconciliations, identifying and resolving outstanding issues.</li><li>Prepare and maintain fixed asset reconciliations.</li><li>Complete detailed balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.</li><li>Maintain and reconcile the cashbook, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded.</li><li>Investigate discrepancies and work collaboratively with relevant teams to resolve outstanding items.</li><li>Support the wider finance team with audit preparation, month-end activities and ledger integrity.</li></ul>Profile:The successful interim Management Accountant will have 3+ years experience. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Salary & Benefits:This role is paying between £38-£47 per hour Umbrella (DOE)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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5Ljk4OTg5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-14T11:49:57Z

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