48 results for Head Finance in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Head of Finance

City of London, London
remote
Contract
350 - 400 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Head of Finance to assist them for 3 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Manage the effective day to day running of the finance function, ensuring appropriate delegation of tasks.</li><li>Oversee Payroll, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable</li><li>Manage the relationship with the external payroll bureau.</li><li>Provide management, direction and development of finance staff.</li><li>Develop and maintain effective financial policies, procedures and controls.</li><li>Lead the annual financial business planning and budgeting process, undertaking periodic reviews to track progress against planned and agreed objectives.</li><li>Develop all financial and management reporting for the organisation, ensuring that financial reporting tools and processes are in place to support the on-going and future needs of the charity.</li><li>Compile financial reports and statistics and present information to a variety of audiences to influence and improve the financial sustainability of the charity.</li><li>Prepare and file relevant returns in accordance with good financial practice.</li><li>Oversee the distribution of grant funds.</li><li>Lead on liaison with external auditors.</li><li>Prepare annual statutory accounts in accordance with UK GAAP and Charity SORP</li><li>Produce the financial accounts on a timely basis.</li><li>Review financial analysis and information and identify significant variances to budget, working with Budget Holders / Project Managers to prepare a business case for adjustment as appropriate.</li><li>Distribute quarterly management accounts, including commentary, for the finance and investment committee to enable them to track performance.</li><li>Monitor investment performance, and on a quarterly basis, arrange and structure reviews with the Finance & Investment Committee so as to effectively manage the investment managers, ensuring that the fund enables the charity to optimise its investment return targets.</li><li>Lead on the development and implementation of the investment policy in line with ethical investment and ESG considerations.</li><li>Implement an agreed Finance & Investment strategy by producing relevant plans, frameworks, procedures, and processes to enable effective delivery.</li><li>Ensure the strategy implementation is on track and performance against plans are monitored and measured.</li><li>Support the COO to cost agreed change programmes and plans.</li><li>To participate as a senior manager, with input into strategy, business plans, organisational performance and culture</li><li>Fulfil the role of secretary and provide support to the Chair of the Finance and Investment Committee by compiling agendas and reports, providing information and analysis, along with Finance and Investment recommendations.</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Head of Finance will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and will have a charity background with SORP accounting experience. You will have a strong management background and experience working with investments is a nice to have. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a leading Charity based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:The temporary Head of Finance role will be paying circa £350 - £400 per day, 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/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC42ODczNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-09T16:17:14Z

Head of Finance

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
120000 - 130000 GBP / Yearly
Head of Finance | Energy | Central London (Hybrid) | £120,000 - £130,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half is partnering with a leading energy business that forms part of a large international group, combining the scale and backing of a multinational organisation with a commercially agile and operationally focused culture. This role sits within one of the group's specialist divisions, supporting a broad portfolio of public and private sector clients across complex infrastructure and energy-related projects. The business operates in a fast-moving, project-driven environment, working closely with operational and commercial teams to deliver long-term sustainable solutions for clients across the UK. This is a broad and commercially focused Head of Finance role, reporting directly into the Managing Director with a strong dotted line into the CFO. The position offers significant exposure to both operational and strategic leadership, combining ownership of the finance function with genuine influence across the business. 📊 About the Position As Head of Finance, you'll lead the day-to-day finance function and act as a key business partner to both operational and commercial leadership teams. This is a highly visible role with broad exposure across financial control, planning, commercial decision-making, and operational performance. Day-to-day, you'll: <ul><li>Lead, develop, and motivate the finance team, ensuring clear priorities, strong performance, and ongoing development across the function. * Own the month-end close process, delivering accurate and timely management accounts, KPI reporting, and financial commentary to senior leadership. * Lead budgeting, forecasting, and longer-term planning processes, including scenario analysis and performance modelling. * Partner closely with operational and commercial stakeholders, supporting project delivery, procurement activity, contract reviews, and profitability improvement initiatives. * Maintain a strong financial control environment, ensuring balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, and compliance with group and statutory requirements. * Oversee cash flow management, working capital, payroll oversight, and liquidity forecasting. * Coordinate statutory accounts preparation, audit processes, and wider external reporting requirements. * Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, reporting, systems, and controls. * Support senior leadership on strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and wider commercial projects. * Act as a key finance lead across the division, providing insight, challenge, and commercial support to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.</li></ul> This role offers a strong blend of operational finance leadership and commercial business partnering, making it particularly well suited to someone who enjoys working closely with the business. 📋 What We're Looking For <ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). * Significant post-qualified experience within a senior finance leadership role. * Experience within either construction, energy services, facilities management, engineering, or project-based environments is essential.</li><li>Strong understanding of payroll, procurement, and operational finance processes. * Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning within a fast-moving and operationally focused business. * Commercially minded with strong business partnering capability and the confidence to influence senior stakeholders. * Previous people management experience, with a track record of developing and leading high-performing teams. * Confident communicator, capable of translating financial information into clear commercial insight for operational stakeholders.</li></ul> 🤝 Here's What's Waiting for You <ul><li>£120,000 - £130,000 base salary. * Hybrid working model with Central London office base. * Direct exposure to both the Managing Director and CFO. * Broad leadership role with genuine commercial influence across the business. * A highly visible position within a growing and operationally focused division. * The opportunity to shape finance processes, reporting, and controls within a complex environment. * Long-term career opportunities within a large international group.</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is far more than a traditional Head of Finance role. You'll operate as a genuine commercial partner to the leadership team, supporting operational performance, influencing strategic decisions, and helping drive the continued growth of the business. Alongside ownership of the finance function, you'll gain broad exposure across operational and commercial activity, working closely with stakeholders across project delivery, procurement, planning, and business performance. The role offers the scale and backing of a large international group whilst still maintaining the visibility, pace, and broad exposure often found in more entrepreneurial environments. For someone looking to combine strong financial leadership with genuine operational and commercial involvement within a growing and project-led business, this represents an excellent opportunity. 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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuOTAwOTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-22T16:26:51Z

Head of Finance

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
100000 - 105000 GBP / Yearly
Head of Finance | Property Managed Services | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £100,000 - £105,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are working with a Leading Multinational in the Property and Workplace Services Space, known for delivering integrated solutions across a global client base. Following an internal promotion, the business is now looking to hire a Head of Finance to oversee a portfolio of 20 clients, working closely with operational teams to drive financial performance and commercial insight. This is a high-impact leadership role for a commercially driven finance professional who thrives in a matrix environment, enjoys operating at pace, and is confident influencing senior operational and executive stakeholders. You will play a critical role in driving performance, strengthening financial governance, and supporting strategic decision-making across a large, revenue-generating portfolio. 📊 About the Position Reporting to the Sector Finance Director, you will: <ul><li>Provide financial leadership across multiple business units, ensuring delivery of growth, margin improvement, and operational performance across a complex client portfolio. * Act as a key finance business partner to Executive Directors and senior operational leadership teams, influencing commercial decisions and strategic direction. * Review and challenge monthly P&L, balance sheet, forecasts, and management reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and actionable insight. * Lead monthly business and contract performance reviews, with a strong focus on underperforming contracts, risk identification, and value creation opportunities. * Support divisional budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning cycles, ensuring robust assumptions and commercial alignment. * Oversee financial governance, ensuring balance sheet integrity, compliance with internal controls, and adherence to relevant accounting standards and frameworks. * Support new business wins from a financial perspective, providing oversight from tender stage through mobilisation and transition. * Drive continuous improvement across reporting processes, systems usage, and financial controls, reducing inefficiencies and enhancing data quality. * Provide high-quality financial analysis, modelling, and insight to support commercial decision-making and performance improvement.</li></ul> 📋 What we're looking for <ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance business partnering role. * Strong experience working in a contracts-led, service-based environment is essential, ideally within industries such as Facilities Management, Property Services, Defence, Security, Cleaning, Catering, Infrastructure Services, or similar multi-site operational businesses. * Demonstrable background in business partnering within complex, operational organisations where performance is driven by contract delivery and margin management. * Proven experience influencing senior operational stakeholders and working effectively within a matrix structure. * Strong technical grounding in management accounting, financial reporting, and performance management, with the ability to operate at both detail and strategic level. * Experience reviewing, challenging, and improving financial performance across large, multi-contract portfolios, including P&L, forecasting, and budgeting. * Strong understanding of financial governance, controls, and ideally experience working within structured compliance environments. * Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate financial data into clear commercial insight and actionable recommendations. * A proactive, hands-on leader who drives accountability, improves performance, and builds strong cross-functional relationships across operational teams.</li></ul> 🤝 Here's what's waiting for you <ul><li>£100,000 - £105,000 base salary plus bonus * Hybrid working model - 3 days per week in the Central London office * Private healthcare and enhanced benefits package * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays * Senior exposure to divisional and executive leadership teams * Strong career progression within a large, growing UK finance structure * Opportunity to shape financial performance across a significant client portfolio * High visibility role with direct commercial impact across multiple business units</li></ul> 💼 Why this role could be your next move This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior client-facing finance leadership role with genuine breadth and influence. You will operate close to divisional leadership, shaping financial strategy while ensuring strong delivery across a complex, multi-contract portfolio. The organisation continues to experience strong growth and regular new contract wins, creating ongoing opportunities for senior finance professionals who can combine commercial thinking with strong technical and governance capability. With a proven track record of internal progression, this role offers both immediate impact and longer-term progression into divisional or country-level leadership 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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNTk2MjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-06T11:30:55Z

Head of Finance

Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Head of Finance - Exclusive (Robert Half) - Based in Crick office based with flexibility/hybrid once probation has been passed.Robert Half are exclusively supporting the search for a Head of Finance, reporting to the Finance and Commercial Director and leading a team of four (2 Accounts Administrators, Finance Administrator, Credit Controller).Role ownership:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Own end-to-end operational finance delivery</li><li>Lead monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, and rolling forecasts</li><li>Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and full month-end close</li><li>Manage fixed assets (demo & hire fleet) including SAP processing, disposals, and depreciation</li></ul>Control & compliance:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Strengthen internal controls and financial governance</li><li>Improve reporting processes, systems, and financial discipline</li><li>Support year-end audit process</li><li>Ensure tax and regulatory compliance (including VAT)</li><li>Identify and manage financial and operational risk</li></ul>Commercial support:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Deliver financial insight and analysis to support decision-making</li><li>Improve forecasting accuracy through business driver understanding</li><li>Support challenge of cost base, margins, and performance assumptions</li><li>Drive profitability through commercial finance support</li></ul>Leadership & delivery:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead, develop, and scale a small finance team</li><li>Embed accountability, structure, and process discipline</li><li>Drive automation and continuous improvement across finance</li><li>Ensure the function is scalable to support growth</li></ul>Stakeholder scope:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Act as finance partner to operational teams and senior leadership</li><li>Operate across all levels from shop floor to board level</li><li>Engage with international stakeholders and major customers</li><li>UK & European travel may be required</li></ul>Requirements:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong ERP experience (SAP preferred)</li><li>5+ years' senior commercial finance experience</li><li>Proven leadership experience in a hands-on environment</li><li>Strong balance of operational detail and commercial thinking</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuODUwMTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-07T14:46:41Z

Head of Finance

City of London, London
remote
Contract
90000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
Role:Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Head of Finance to assist them for 18 months. You will be responsible for the following duties:<ul><li data-start="97" data-end="204" data-section-id="1uycim3">Partnering with leadership on forecasting, budgeting, financial planning and commercial decision-making</li><li data-section-id="nw4p8f" data-start="205" data-end="302">Leading financial management across UK and US entities</li><li data-section-id="49h7sn" data-end="388" data-start="303">Monitoring project budgets, profitability and supplier costs across live projects</li><li data-end="467" data-start="389" data-section-id="7bh5ri">Preparing management accounts, cash flow forecasts and financial reporting</li><li data-section-id="okxvvq" data-start="468" data-end="562">Collaborating with Project Leads to ensure strong financial management throughout delivery</li><li data-end="667" data-start="563" data-section-id="170gc3c">Overseeing day-to-day finance operations including reconciliations, payments, invoicing and expenses</li><li data-section-id="10au8d8" data-start="668" data-end="752">Supporting tax compliance, year-end processes, procurement and payment approvals</li><li data-end="811" data-start="753" data-section-id="9jsexv">Managing external accountant and advisor relationships</li><li data-end="887" data-start="812" data-section-id="1aklecj">Improving financial systems, controls, reporting and internal processes</li><li data-end="978" data-start="888" data-is-last-node="" data-section-id="ugyrlp">Driving financial visibility, accountability and operational support across the business</li><li>System - Xero</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Head of Finance will have previous experience in the creative/entertainment industry and be qualified. Please note this role is office based - 5 days a week.You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a fast growing Creative Agency based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:This temporary Head of Finance role will be paying circa £90-£100k per annum, 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/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjUyNzA2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-05-27T08:06:27Z

Finance Manager

Kensington and Chelsea, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Manager - Private Equity Location: South Kensington, London (Onsite)Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, boutique private equity firm to appoint a Finance Manager. This is a broad, hands-on role within a lean, high-performing team, offering close exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to play a key role in the firm's continued growth. The position reports directly to the CEO.<h3>The Opportunity</h3>This is a unique opportunity to join a scaling finance function in a dynamic private equity environment. You'll work closely with the CEO, taking ownership of core accounting responsibilities while gaining exposure to fund structures and contributing to strategic decision-making.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day finance operations across the group</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts for group entities, funds, SPVs, and construction projects</li><li>Liaise with third-party fund administrators on fund accounting and reporting</li><li>Produce monthly and annual financial statements (IFRS/GAAP)</li><li>Support VAT returns, tax compliance, and audit processes</li><li>Assist with treasury management and cash flow forecasting</li><li>Maintain and develop financial models for performance tracking and analysis</li><li>Contribute to management and board reporting</li><li>Partner with investment and operations teams across multiple jurisdictions</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements as the business scales</li></ul><h3>Candidate Profile</h3>Qualifications & Experience<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)</li><li>Post-qualified experience in industry, ideally within Private Equity, Financial Services, Real Estate, or Construction</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS/GAAP essential)</li><li>Experience in a hands-on SME or high-growth environment</li></ul>Skills & Attributes<ul><li>Proactive and adaptable, with an entrepreneurial mindset</li><li>Strong attention to detail combined with commercial awareness</li><li>Confident communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholders</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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuMTk0OTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-18T12:58:05Z

Finance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are partnering with a fast-growth fintech firm to recruit a Finance Manager. This is a hands-on role, perfect for a newly qualified straight from practice, who wants a strong technical foundation, ownership of core finance processes, and exposure to audits and regulatory requirements in a fast-growing business. You will play a key role in improving finance processes as the business scales, supporting audits, and maintaining a clean and well documented financial control function. Location: City if LondonHybrid working model Ideal profile:<ul><li>Audit trained ACA qualified</li><li>Ideally 1-2-year PQE</li></ul><ul><li>Ambitious, proactive, and capable of operating in a fast-growth environment.</li><li>Demonstrated consistent career progression (e.g. promotions every 1-2 years).</li></ul> Key Responsibilities & work-streams you'll own<ul><li>Lead the month-end close</li><li>Support tax compliance and regulatory reporting</li><li>Maintain ownership of balance sheet accounts</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and ensure transactions are accurate and controlled</li><li>Improve and document finance processes to support scale and audit readiness</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with the business to identify, design, and implement process improvements</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and support statutory and regulatory filings</li><li>Support the migration to a new accounting system</li></ul> Additional Information<ul><li>This is a full-time position with competitive salary, share options, and benefits</li><li>3 days a week in the London office</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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuOTk3MDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-20T15:09:04Z

Assistant Accountant

Tring, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
34000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant on behalf of a specialist service business with offices in Tring.The RoleAs Assistant Accountant you will work across the finance team covering transactional accounting and providing timely and accurate data, journals, reconciliations and analysis in order to aid in the smooth and accurate running of the finance team. Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Month end accounting including the posting of monthly overheads, PO accruals, revenue accruals and other ad hoc postings.</li><li>Responsible for analysing and reporting on monthly performance for your division to the Head of Finance</li><li>Responsible for Intercompany checking and balance</li><li>Supporting the Head of Finance in the production of the board pack.</li><li>Managing the stock process </li><li>Monthly outloads reporting and analysis.</li><li>Monthly balance sheet reconciliations ensuring all outstanding items are acted upon or raised to the head of Finance </li><li>Production of various other weekly and monthly reports as required by the business.</li><li>Ability to spot potential improvements to current processes in order to improve efficiency.</li><li>Building relationships with non finance teams and evolving into holding monthly review meetings discussing monthly performance and look forward to future month, challenging sites on spend where necessary</li></ul>Your ProfileYou will be an Experienced Accountant with strong IT skills and excellent communication. You will be able to work within a small team and have the ability to take on new tasks with a balance of understanding quickly. This is an excellent development opportunity within a high performing team and within an exciting business.CompanyThe Business is a leader in its field and has an ever changing positive landscape through organic growth. Role of Assistant Management Accountant is newly created with a view to adding further value across the business.SalaryRole of Assistant Accountant in Tring is commutable from Aylesbury, Milton Keynes, Leighton Buzzard and surrounding areas and offering a salary up to £40K + Benefits and working on a Hybrid basis in the office and at home after an initial period of 5 days working in the 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMjgyNDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-26T11:25:42Z

Senior Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
80000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Senior Accountant | Energy Trading Sector | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £85,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are recruiting for a Qualified Accountant to join a global Energy Trading & Infrastructure business as a Senior Accountant, based in Central London. This is a highly commercial, front-office facing role offering extensive exposure to Traders, Business Developers, and senior leadership, including the CEO. Sitting within the Finance Operations team, this position is far broader than a traditional financial accounting role. The successful candidate will work closely with the trading desk, supporting mark-to-market valuations, applying IFRS to complex trading contracts and derivatives, and providing analytical insight to support commercial decision-making. The business trades power, gas, and environmental certificates, using a range of derivatives including forwards, futures, swaps, and options. The UK platform is fully integrated into a global trading business, providing a unique opportunity to combine technical accounting expertise with commercial exposure within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. 📊 About the Position Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will play a pivotal role within the Finance team, acting as a key link between Finance and the Front Office. This is an analytical and commercially focused role suited to someone who enjoys working in an evolving, unstructured environment rather than purely routine accounting processes. Key responsibilities include: <ul><li>Supporting and running mark-to-market valuations for trading activities and derivative contracts. * Applying IFRS accounting standards, including IFRS 9, to complex trading agreements and commercial contracts. * Partnering closely with Traders, Business Developers, and senior stakeholders to provide financial insight and commercial support. * Producing detailed KPI analysis, variance reporting, and ad-hoc financial analysis to support strategic decision-making. * Interpreting and assessing the accounting treatment of derivatives, PPAs, structured contracts, and traded instruments. * Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis across trading activities. * Ensuring accurate accounting treatment and booking of derivative transactions. * Designing and maintaining complex Excel-based models and reports to support operational and commercial performance. * Supporting audit and compliance activities where required.</li></ul>This role is significantly less focused on routine month-end accounting tasks such as balance sheet reconciliations, payment runs, and journal posting. Instead, the emphasis is on understanding how derivatives work, performing valuations, and providing commercially focused accounting support to the trading business. 📋 What We're Looking For <ul><li>Minimum of 7 years' experience in finance roles within the energy, commodities, or oil and gas sectors is essential. Prior experience within trading environments is also essential. * Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). * Strong understanding of IFRS, particularly IFRS 9, with experience applying accounting standards to derivatives and trading contracts. * Experience working closely with front-office or commercial teams within energy or commodities businesses. * Strong analytical mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced, unstructured, and commercially driven environment. * Experience with mark-to-market valuations, trading activities, or derivative accounting is essential. * Advanced Excel and financial modelling capabilities. * Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.</li></ul> 🤝 What's On Offer <ul><li>Salary: £85,000 * Hybrid working * Generous annual bonus * Pension: 12% employer contribution * 28 days holiday plus bank holidays * Group Life Cover: 8x base salary * Private Medical Insurance: family coverage * High exposure to front-office trading activities and senior leadership * Opportunity to develop within a global energy trading platform</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is an opportunity to move into a highly visible and commercially focused finance role within a leading energy trading business. You will work directly with the Front Office, gaining exposure to derivatives, trading strategies, and commercial decision-making while applying technical accounting expertise in a genuinely value-adding capacity. If you are looking to step away from heavily process-driven month-end accounting and into a more analytical, commercially engaged role with direct exposure to trading activities, this position offers an excellent platform for long-term career development within the energy and commodities sector.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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuOTgyNzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-28T10:29:21Z

Finance Manager & Operations

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
<h3>Senior Finance Manager - Finance Operations</h3>London | Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)Robert Half is partnering with a growing, multi‑site, property‑led organisation to appoint a Senior Finance Manager - Finance Operations. This is a senior, high‑impact role within a well‑established finance team, offering broad responsibility across finance operations, systems, and business partnering.The role will suit a qualified finance professional who has trained in practice and has since moved into industry, bringing strong technical grounding alongside hands‑on operational experience.<h3>The Role</h3>Reporting into the Group Financial Controller, the Senior Finance Manager will take ownership of the day‑to‑day running of finance operations across a multi‑entity, multi‑site business.You will lead a finance operations team covering AP, AR, and junior finance roles, while working closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders to improve processes, strengthen controls, and provide clear, decision‑useful financial insight.This is a hands‑on leadership role with genuine scope to influence how finance operates and scales.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Oversee end‑to‑end finance operations, including AP, AR, billing, and cash collection</li><li>Lead, develop, and mentor a finance operations team, setting clear ownership and accountability</li><li>Ensure strong financial control and balance sheet integrity across the group</li><li>Support an efficient and well‑governed month‑end close process</li><li>Drive continuous process improvement and operational efficiency</li><li>Play a key role in systems optimisation and enhancement, including ERP and billing platforms</li><li>Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and non‑finance stakeholders</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>Essential<ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA)</li><li>Trained within an accountancy practice, with post‑qualification experience gained in industry</li><li>Strong grounding in financial control, balance sheets, and core accounting principles</li><li>Proven experience in finance operations, controllership, or senior management accounting roles</li><li>Demonstrable people‑management experience within a finance function</li><li>Track record of delivering process improvement and systems enhancement</li><li>Confident, commercial business partner able to operate across finance and operations</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience within property, real estate, or flexible workspace environments</li><li>Exposure to multi‑site and/or multi‑entity organisations</li></ul><h3>Why Apply?</h3><ul><li>Senior, visible role with genuine ownership across finance operations</li><li>Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes in a growing organisation</li><li>Hybrid working model with a collaborative, delivery‑focused culture</li><li>Broad stakeholder exposure across finance, operations, and leadershiP</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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi44MjMxMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-23T16:49:40Z

Regional Finance Manager

London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 61000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Regional Finance Manager</h1>International Business | Hybrid Working in London£55,000-£61,000k base plus benefits A growing international organisation is looking to appoint a standalone Regional Finance Manager to lead financial operations across a diverse regional portfolio. This is a broad and commercially focused role offering exposure to management reporting, budgeting, cash flow, payroll oversight, and operational finance support within a multi-country environment.Partnering closely with regional leadership and the wider finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring robust financial management, reporting accuracy, and continuous process improvement across the region.<h2>Regional Finance Manager Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead monthly financial and management reporting</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow processes</li><li>Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and banking activities</li><li>Ensure compliance with local financial and statutory requirements</li><li>Support and guide operational teams on finance matters</li><li>Drive finance process and systems improvements across the region</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Experience within a broad finance or regional finance role</li><li>Strong financial and management accounting capability</li><li>Confident working with stakeholders across multiple locations</li><li>Hands-on, proactive, and commercially aware</li><li>ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified in accountancy or industry </li></ul><h2>Why Join?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Broad international exposure within a collaborative business</li><li>High-visibility role with strong stakeholder interaction</li><li>Opportunity to influence processes and support operational growth</li><li>Hybrid working environment with real ownership and autonomy</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/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS42NjQzNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-28T17:12:50Z

Finance Manager

London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Manager - PermanentLocation: London (Fully Remote for now - eventual London office presence)Salary: £60,000-£70,000 DOE + bonus + benefits Reporting directly into senior leadership, the Finance Manager will take ownership of the end-to-end finance function while managing one direct report. The role offers broad exposure across finance, operations and commercial partnering, with the opportunity to help shape processes, improve reporting visibility and support strategic growth initiatives. Key Responsibilities:<ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Ownership of the full finance function including month-end, management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Lead reporting, financial analysis and performance insight for senior leadership</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Partner with commercial and operational stakeholders to support decision-making and business growth</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Manage working capital, inventory accounting and supply chain-related financial processes</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Oversee AP/AR, reconciliations, controls and external accountant relationships</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Improve finance processes, reporting automation and operational visibility</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Support pricing, margin analysis and broader commercial initiatives</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Manage and develop one junior finance team member</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Play a key role in helping scale the finance infrastructure as the business grows</li></ul> Candidate Profile:<ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Previous experience within an SME environment with ownership of a broad, hands-on finance role</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Product-based industry background essential, ideally retail, consumer goods, FMCG, e-commerce or related sectors</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Strong understanding of inventory, stock management, supply chain and working capital dynamics</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Comfortable operating in lean environments without large support structures</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Commercially minded with the ability to balance detail with wider business priorities</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Strong Excel and finance systems capability</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Proactive, adaptable and motivated by helping scale a growing 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/TGF1cmVuLlByZXNzbWFuLjI1NDM3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-05-12T16:00:20Z

Senior Finance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Senior Finance ManagerLocation: UK - predominantly remote (occasional London office visits) Salary: £66,000 - £75,000 + strong benefits Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours)Robert Half is partnering with a PE-backed, multi-site organisation to recruit a technically strong Senior Finance Manager into a group-level finance function operating within an essential services environment.This is a high-impact role, offering strong exposure to senior finance leadership and the opportunity to play a key role in strengthening financial control, reporting, and process improvement across the group.<h3>The Opportunity</h3>The Senior Finance Manager will support the delivery of accurate and timely financial information, take ownership of key financial control activities, and act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders. The role is well suited to a hands-on, commercially minded accountant who thrives in a fast-paced and evolving business.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead key aspects of month-end and year-end close, including journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules</li><li>Own the preparation of statutory accounts and act as the main point of contact for external auditors</li><li>Partner closely with senior finance leadership to strengthen group-level reporting and controls</li><li>Drive process improvement, systems optimisation, and automation initiatives</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, providing insight and challenge where appropriate</li><li>Operate effectively in a high-accountability, PE-backed environment with senior stakeholder exposure</li></ul><h3>The Ideal Candidate</h3><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial control background</li><li>Proven ownership of statutory accounts and audit processes</li><li>Hands-on, "roll‑sleeves‑up" mindset with a continuous improvement approach</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-entity or PE-backed business</li><li>Strong Excel, systems, and stakeholder management skills</li></ul>Nice to have:<ul><li>Healthcare, regulated, or multi-site experience</li><li>People management or mentoring exposure</li></ul><h3>What's On Offer</h3><ul><li>Employer pension contribution</li><li>27 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Predominantly remote working with limited office presence</li><li>High-impact role with visibility to senior finance leadership</li><li>Values-led culture with genuine scope to influence and improve</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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4wMTc1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-21T10:21:50Z

Finance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
85000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Manager | Real Estate Development | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £90,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are recruiting for a Finance Manager to join a growing, international real estate development business on a permanent basis, based in Central London. This is a highly technical and commercially exposed role, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, support complex development and investment structures, and play a key role in shaping financial reporting and controls across the EMEA region. The business operates across large-scale industrial and logistics development projects, partnering through joint ventures to acquire, develop, and deliver high-value assets. With an entrepreneurial and evolving environment, finance plays a critical role in supporting growth, ensuring technical accuracy, and influencing decision-making. 📊 About the Position Reporting into the Finance Director, you will play a key role in supporting the business through: <ul><li>Managing and reviewing the month-end close process, including balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany reporting, and variance analysis. * Supporting financial reporting and consolidations across EMEA, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and local reporting standards. * Preparing technical accounting papers, including revenue recognition, acquisitions, disposals, and complex development arrangements. * Leading on joint venture and equity accounting, including consolidation assessments (VIE vs VOE). * Reviewing real estate valuations and ensuring accurate accounting treatment and documentation. * Overseeing statutory accounts and working closely with auditors and external advisors. * Partnering with tax specialists to ensure compliance across VAT and corporate structures. * Supporting system improvements, automation initiatives, and wider finance transformation projects. * Interpreting legal agreements (including development management agreements) and translating them into clear accounting treatment. * Acting as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders, providing technical guidance and challenge where required.</li></ul> 📋 What We're Looking For<ul><li> ACA qualified, ideally trained within a Big 4 environment. * Strong technical accounting experience across US GAAP, IFRS, and UK GAAP. * Demonstrable experience in joint venture and equity accounting, this is essential. * Experience within real estate, property development, or fund structures (e.g. fund accounting / fund control) is highly advantageous. * Proven ability to interpret complex legal agreements and translate into accounting outcomes. * Experience preparing accounting memos and communicating technical concepts to non-finance stakeholders. * Strong analytical and organisational skills, with high attention to detail. * Confident communicator, able to challenge and influence senior stakeholders. * Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with developing processes and controls.</li></ul> 🤝 Here's What's Waiting for You<ul><li> A highly visible, technically focused role within a growing international real estate development platform. * Direct exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence key financial and strategic decisions. * Ownership of complex accounting areas, including joint ventures, development structures, and revenue recognition. * The opportunity to operate in an entrepreneurial environment with scope to improve processes and controls. * A collaborative and ambitious team, with strong long-term growth plans across EMEA.</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant to step into a high-impact role within a growing real estate development business. You'll work on complex, high-value projects, gain exposure to senior stakeholders, and play a key role in shaping financial reporting and controls in an evolving environment.If you're looking to combine technical excellence with commercial exposure in a dynamic and entrepreneurial setting, this role offers a strong platform for 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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuOTY4MjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-27T16:52:27Z

Finance Manager

Saffron Walden, Essex
remote
Permanent
55000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
<h2>Robert Half is partnering with a growing private group based in Saffron Walden to recruit a Finance Manager on behalf of our client.</h2>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a dynamic owner-managed business with multiple operating entities. Reporting directly to the CEO, the successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, lead a small team, and provide both operational and commercial financial support across the wider business.The role would suit a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), finalist, or strong QBE candidate with previous experience in a hands-on SME environment.<h2>Location</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Saffron Walden (full-time on site)</li><li>1 day per week required in the London office</li></ul><h2>Salary</h2>£55,000 - £60,000 plus benefits<h2>The Role</h2>Key responsibilities will include:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts for three group entities</li><li>Presenting financial performance to the CEO and senior leadership team</li><li>Quarterly board reporting and analysis</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management</li><li>Daily cash reporting and treasury support</li><li>Oversight of payroll and statutory submissions</li><li>Year-end audit preparation and liaison with external auditors</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and month-end controls</li><li>Management of credit control and debtor performance</li><li>Ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and on time</li><li>Reviewing and improving internal controls, systems and finance processes</li><li>Supporting commercial teams with pricing, margin analysis and sales proposals</li><li>Managing, developing and mentoring a team of three finance staff</li><li>Providing ad hoc commercial and strategic analysis to the CEO</li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile</h2>We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate:<ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification, finalist status, or strong QBE experience</li><li>Previous experience producing management accounts independently</li><li>Strong Excel and data analysis skills</li><li>Experience in a broad SME finance role</li><li>Prior team leadership or supervisory experience</li><li>Commercial awareness with the ability to support non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines</li><li>A proactive, hands-on and solutions-focused approach</li><li>Permanent right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjQzMTUxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-04-28T08:07:34Z

Commercial Finance Manager

London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Commercial Finance Manager North London | Hybrid - 4 daus in office £70,000-£80,000k + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsA market-leading real estate and property developer is seeking a commercially driven Commercial Finance Manager to partner on large-scale London developments within a fast-paced, high-performing environment.This is a highly visible role sitting at the heart of project delivery, working closely with senior operational stakeholders to drive profitability, challenge decision-making, and provide commercial insight across major residential schemes.The Commercial Finance Manager Role * Lead project forecasting, cashflow, and profitability analysis * Partner with Project Directors and senior stakeholders on strategic and operational decisions * Deliver clear, accurate reporting on project performance and commercial risk * Drive financial control across project spend, reserves, VAT, and tax matters * Analyse pricing, sales performance, and development opportunities * Support tender reviews and subcontractor risk assessments * Coach and review junior finance team outputThe Candidate * ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified 2-6 PQE * Strong commercial finance experience within project-led environments * Advanced Excel and strong financial modelling capability * Confident influencing senior stakeholders and challenging assumptions * Commercially sharp, analytical, and proactiveAn outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to step into a commercially focused role within a well-capitalised, growth-driven business delivering landmark developments. 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/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS42MjY5Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-20T11:54:07Z

Finance Operations Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is a global award-winning and renowned architecture firm based in the City of London. They have designed and built hundreds of large-scale real estate and property projects, ranging from commercial and residential buildings through to cultural centres across several countries.Due to continued expansion, they are looking to hire an Finance Operations Manager - Treasury & Payroll, to join their growing finance department.RoleReporting into the Head of Finance, the Finance Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing payroll operations, banking and cash activities and wider finance controls across the international group.They will take on a number of key duties including:<ul><li>Oversee payroll operations across multiple international entities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery through outsourced providers.</li><li>Manage payroll reporting, reconciliations, and controls, acting as the key finance contact for payroll-related matters.</li><li>Oversee banking, payments, and cash operations across the Group, ensuring robust controls and governance.</li><li>Support cash flow monitoring and liquidity management, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Coordinate VAT, employment tax, and wider compliance activities, working closely with external advisors.</li><li>Maintain audit-ready documentation and support internal and external audit requirements.</li><li>Lead and develop a junior finance team member, providing support, guidance, and oversight of day-to-day finance operations.</li><li>Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and enhancements to operational finance processes and controls.</li><li>Partner with HR, finance, and external providers to ensure efficient processes, accurate reporting, and regulatory compliance.</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal profile for this Finance Operations Manager position based in the City of London, should have the following attributes:<ul><li>Proven experience in managing payroll coordination and operational finance (treasury, VAT etc.)</li><li>Experience working within a multi-entity business, across international jurisdictions.</li><li>Experience coordinating VAT and compliance processes, including exposure to foreign VAT.</li><li>Ability to work confidently across international jurisdictions.</li><li>Experience overseeing junior team members' work.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Confident in communicating with senior stakeholders and external providers.</li><li>Previous experience in an Architecture or Professional Services business would be desirable.</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£65,000 to £75,000 plus benefits:<ul><li>Hybrid working - 3 days in office</li><li>Discretionary bonus scheme</li><li>Company pension</li><li>Excellent career development and international exposure</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Company socials and more.</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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjk3MzYxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-06-03T11:46:35Z

Business Partner Finance

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Location: UK (Hybrid) - 4 days in the office Robert Half is proud to be partnering with a leading international hospitality group with a strong presence across the UK and Europe, to appoint a Finance Business Partner.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional looking to step into a true operational business partnering role, supporting site leadership and driving performance across a portfolio of hotels.<h3>The Role</h3><ul><li>Act as a key finance partner to General Managers and department heads, providing insight, challenge and support</li><li>Own monthly management accounts, variance analysis and performance reporting across multiple sites</li><li>Lead on budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives</li><li>Support day-to-day operational decision-making, identifying opportunities to improve margins and control costs</li><li>Work closely with central finance teams to ensure strong processes, controls and reporting integrity</li><li>Assist in the preparation of business cases and investment analysis</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</li><li>Background within the hospitality sector is essential</li><li>Prior experience in management accounting or business partnering roles</li><li>Confident working with non-finance stakeholders and able to translate financials into actionable insight</li><li>Hands-on, proactive and keen to develop in a fast-paced, multi-site environment</li></ul><h3>Why Apply</h3><ul><li>Genuine entry into a value-adding business partnering role</li><li>Exposure to a multi-site, operationally driven environment</li><li>Strong platform for progression into senior commercial finance roles</li><li>Collaborative, people-focused culture within a well-backed international group</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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi41MTU4MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-05T13:53:11Z

FP&A Manager

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Role: FP&A Manager Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 Location: Hybrid (2 days per week in Hemel Hempstead office)We are seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to join a dynamic and growing finance team. This role offers a blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration, with two days per week based in the Hemel Hempstead office.We required a fully qualified Accountant for this position.<h3 data-start="420" data-end="444">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1027" data-start="445"><li data-start="445" data-end="521">Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes</li><li data-end="602" data-start="522">Deliver high-quality financial analysis to support strategic decision-making</li><li data-start="603" data-end="689">Produce monthly management reporting, variance analysis, and insightful commentary</li><li data-end="804" data-start="690">Partner with senior stakeholders across the business to challenge performance and support commercial decisions</li><li data-start="805" data-end="888">Develop and maintain financial models to support planning and scenario analysis</li><li data-end="964" data-start="889">Drive improvements in FP&A processes, reporting tools, and data quality</li><li data-start="965" data-end="1027">Support ad hoc analysis and strategic projects as required</li></ul><h3 data-start="1029" data-end="1045">Requirements</h3><ul data-start="1046" data-end="1442"><li data-end="1127" data-start="1046">Proven experience in an FP&A or management accounting role at a similar level</li><li data-start="1128" data-end="1175">Strong financial modelling and Excel skills</li><li data-end="1228" data-start="1176">Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability</li><li data-end="1305" data-start="1229">Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders</li><li data-start="1306" data-end="1368">Experience working in a fast-paced, commercial environment</li><li data-end="1442" data-start="1369">Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider finance team</li></ul><h3 data-start="1444" data-end="1463">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-end="1756" data-start="1464"><li data-start="1464" data-end="1495">Salary of £60,000 - £70,000</li><li data-start="1496" data-end="1558">Hybrid working (2 days per week in Hemel Hempstead office)</li><li data-start="1559" data-end="1615">Opportunity to take ownership of core FP&A processes</li><li data-end="1679" data-start="1616">Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making</li><li data-end="1756" data-start="1680">Supportive and collaborative finance function with scope for development</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNjI5OTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-13T08:28:52Z

Finance Graduate

City of London, London
remote
Contract
14 - 15 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Events Business in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Graduate Accounts Assistant for 3 months.Role:Our client is looking for an immediate interim Graduate Accounts Assistant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li data-start="172" data-section-id="9j7z2v" data-end="251">Raise invoices manually in Workday, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.</li><li data-section-id="ogcjow" data-start="252" data-end="343">Recorded and reconciled customer payments within internal systems and external platforms.</li><li data-section-id="10qdg7x" data-start="344" data-end="436">Uploaded and maintained data on insurance platforms in accordance with company procedures.</li><li data-end="524" data-start="437" data-section-id="xvohye">Gathered, reviewed, and reconciled credit notes to ensure accurate financial records.</li><li data-end="633" data-section-id="8p0v4l" data-start="525">Conducted supplier verification checks, including verbal verification of supplier details and credentials.</li><li data-start="634" data-section-id="wdyyot" data-end="729">Liaised with suppliers to resolve invoice queries, payment issues, and account discrepancies.</li><li data-end="838" data-section-id="pi15v0" data-start="730">Processed and managed supplier invoices, ensuring compliance with internal controls and payment schedules.</li><li data-start="839" data-section-id="6kn4cj" data-end="969">Set up and verified supplier banking details across banking platforms, maintaining accuracy and security of payment information.</li></ul>Profile:The successful interim Graduate Accounts Assistant will need to be a Graduate immediately available.You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a Events Business in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:This role is paying between £15/h-£16p/h, 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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjI2NDM2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-06-03T16:05:38Z

Finance Business Partner

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
300 - 400 GBP / Daily
Robert Half are recruiting for an Interim Finance Business Partner to join a industry lead non-for-profit for a 6 month contract in London.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Annual Business Planning - Lead the end‑to‑end planning cycle, including timetable design, stakeholderengagement, consolidation, challenge, and presentation of the plan.</li><li>Forecasting & Performance Management - Own monthly and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuringaccuracy, insight, and alignment with strategic priorities.</li><li>Business Partnering - Provide strategic financial insight to senior leaders, challenging assumptions andsupporting commercial decision‑making.</li><li>Reporting & Insight - Oversee production of monthly management reporting, KPIs, dashboards, and Exec-and Board-level reporting packs.</li></ul>Details:<ul><li>Immediate Start</li><li>6 month contract</li><li>£300-400pd Inside</li><li>Qualified, Part-Qualified or QBE</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/SGFubmFoLlN6eW1hbnNraS40NzY1NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-28T15:48:18Z

Finance Transformation - Senior Manager / Associate Director

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
90000 - 123000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Transformation - Senior Manager/Associate DirectorLondon | Hybrid workingSalary: £90,000 - £123,000 (DOE) + bonusRobert Half are working with a leading Consulting firm experiencing significant growth and is seeking a high-performing Finance Transformation Senior Manager/Associate Director to lead complex transformation programmes for a diverse portfolio of clients across the UK.The OpportunityAs a Senior Manager, you will take ownership of multiple Finance Transformation engagements from strategy through to implementation, managing senior stakeholder relationships while leading and developing consulting teams.Key ResponsibilitiesTransformation ProjectsYou will lead projects across:<ul><li>Shared Service Centre (SSC) design, transition, and outsourcing readiness</li><li>Finance operating model transformation</li><li>Process optimisation across Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C), and Record-to-Report (R2R)</li><li>FP&A and performance reporting transformation</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting, and planning process redesign</li><li>Automation, RPA, process mining, and technology enablement</li><li>AI readiness assessments, use-case development, governance, and implementation planning</li><li>Finance benchmarking and maturity assessments</li><li>Post-acquisition integration and carve-out programmes</li></ul>About YouWe're interested in speaking with candidates who possess:<ul><li>Significant experience within Finance Transformation, Finance Change, or Management Consulting</li><li>Proven track record of leading complex transformation engagements</li><li>Deep understanding of P2P, O2C, and R2R processes</li><li>Experience advising CFOs, Finance Directors, and senior finance stakeholders</li><li>Strong consulting, stakeholder management, and programme leadership capabilities</li><li>Experience managing teams within a consulting or client-facing environment</li><li>Commercial awareness with experience managing engagement budgets and delivery performance</li><li>Demonstrable experience identifying and implementing process improvements and technology-enabled change</li><li>Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills</li><li>Experience contributing to successful proposals, bids, and business development activity</li></ul>Finance Transformation - Senior Manager/Associate Director 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/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjcyNDYzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-06-03T13:48:55Z

International Payroll Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is a global award-winning and renowned architecture firm based in the City of London. They have designed and built hundreds of large-scale real estate and property projects, ranging from commercial and residential buildings through to cultural centres across several countries.Due to continued expansion, they are looking to hire an International Payroll Manager to solely manage the end-to-end payroll function across their various jurisdictions.RoleReporting into the Head of Finance, the International Payroll Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end management of payroll as well as supporting treasury & cash functions. This role will combine strong UK payroll and PAYE expertise with international exposure, including foreign VAT.They will take on a number of key duties including:<ul><li>Take full ownership of UK and international payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.</li><li>Act as the subject matter expert on payroll taxes, including PAYE, NIC, pensions and year-end processes.</li><li>Partner with HR and external providers on payroll-related matters, including starters, leavers and benefits.</li><li>Oversee treasury and banking activities, including payments, cash management and liquidity planning.</li><li>Maintain strong controls, reconciliations and audit readiness across payroll and cash processes.</li><li>Manage compliance and regulatory requirements, including KYC, tax documentation and audit support.</li><li>Support VAT reporting and international tax matters, liaising with external advisors where required.</li><li>Provide oversight and guidance to junior team members, driving process improvements and best practice.</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal profile for this International Payroll Manager position based in the City of London, should have the following attributes:<ul><li>Proven experience in UK and International Payroll management.</li><li>Strong PAYE and payroll tax expertise.</li><li>Solid understanding of VAT compliance including exposure to foreign VAT.</li><li>Experience managing payroll within a multi-entity / international environment.</li><li>Ability to work confidently across international jurisdictions.</li><li>Experience overseeing junior team members' work.</li><li>Experience with PayCircle would be advantageous.</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£55,000 to £65,000 plus benefits:<ul><li>Hybrid working - 3 days in office</li><li>Discretionary bonus scheme</li><li>Company pension</li><li>Excellent career development and international exposure</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Company socials and more.</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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjYyMTE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-04-07T22:54:09Z

Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
135000 - 140000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Real Estate Development | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £140,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are recruiting for a Financial Controller to join a growing, international real estate development business on a permanent basis, based in Central London.This is a senior leadership role within a growing EMEA business, offering the opportunity to lead a multi-country controllership function, partner directly with executive leadership, and shape financial reporting, governance, and controls across a complex international structure.The business operates across large-scale real estate development and investment projects throughout Europe, with a focus on high-value commercial and logistics assets. Backed by a major global organisation, the platform combines the pace and entrepreneurial culture of a growing business with the technical rigour and reporting standards of a US-listed environment. This role sits at the centre of that balance, requiring both exceptional technical capability and the confidence to influence at the highest levels. 📊 About the PositionReporting into senior leadership, you will play a key role in supporting the business through:<ul><li>Leading the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process across the EMEA region, ensuring timely and accurate reporting under US GAAP. * Overseeing statutory reporting and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, working closely with external providers and advisors. * Managing complex consolidations, intercompany reporting, and regional financial controls within a large multinational structure. * Acting as the key finance business partner to senior stakeholders across Operations, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and executive leadership. * Reviewing and challenging accounting treatment across development transactions, management contracts, joint ventures, and equity arrangements. * Supporting technical accounting matters including revenue recognition, impairments, carried interest, incentive structures, and IFRS 15 considerations. * Leading audit relationships across multiple entities and ensuring compliance within a SOX-controlled environment. * Interpreting complex legal and commercial agreements and translating them into clear accounting conclusions and reporting outcomes. * Enhancing the control environment and helping establish scalable processes within a growing and evolving business. * Managing competing priorities across US group reporting requirements and local statutory obligations across EMEA. * Leading and developing a high-performing finance team while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li></ul> 📋 What We're Looking For<ul><li>ACA qualified, ideally trained within a Big 4 environment. * Approximately 15+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience within large multinational businesses. * Prior experience operating within a US-listed or highly regulated public-company environment with exposure to SOX controls and rigorous reporting deadlines. * Strong technical accounting expertise across US GAAP, IFRS, and multi-jurisdiction statutory reporting. * Proven experience leading controllership, financial reporting, or group finance functions within complex international organisations. * Strong consolidations experience within complex corporate structures. * Demonstrable ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders across both finance and non-finance functions. * Commercially minded with strong presence, credibility, and business partnering capability at executive level. </li></ul> 🤝 Here's What's Waiting for You<ul><li>A highly visible leadership role within an internationally backed real estate platform experiencing continued growth across EMEA. * Significant exposure to senior executives and the opportunity to influence key operational and strategic decisions. * Ownership of a broad and complex controllership remit across multiple countries and reporting frameworks. * The opportunity to shape and strengthen processes, controls, and finance infrastructure within an entrepreneurial environment. * A dynamic and collaborative culture where finance plays a central role in commercial decision-making. * A genuine opportunity to combine technical excellence, leadership, and strategic business partnering in one role.</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance leader to step into an FD-grade controllership role within a highly commercial and technically challenging environment. You'll work closely with senior leadership across Europe and the US, lead a critical finance function through its next phase of growth, and play a key role in building a scalable, best-in-class control environment. If you're looking for a role that combines complex technical accounting, international exposure, senior stakeholder management, and the opportunity to influence a growing business, this position offers an outstanding platform for 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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuODcwNTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-06-02T14:05:28Z

Finance Assistant

South West London, London
remote
Permanent
32000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is an innovative PE backed renewable energy developer & consultancy based in south-west London. They build large-scale solar farms as well as helping countries increase solar usage and reduce carbon emissions.Due to continued expansion, they are looking to hire an experienced Finance Assistant to join their growing department. This opportunity will be key in contributing to the on-going management of the finance operations.RoleReporting into the Head of Finance, the Finance Assistant will support the team across multiple subsidiaries, playing a hands-on role in day to day financial operations and reporting.Key duties will include:<ul><li>Take ownership of accounts payable for allocated entities, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing and payments.</li><li>Manage supplier relationships and resolve queries efficiently.</li><li>Prepare and review bank and balance sheet reconciliations, investigating discrepancies.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately.</li><li>Provide cover for employee expenses, ensuring compliance with company policies.</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits, preparing documentation and responding to queries.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and support day-to-day finance administration.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance controls and efficiency.</li><li>Collaborate with teams across the business to deliver reliable finance support</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal profile for this Finance Assistant position, should have the following:<ul><li>Ideally 4+ years of experience within a similar finance capacity</li><li>Strong proficiency in owning end-to-end Accounts Payable processes</li><li>Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.</li><li>Experience working within multi-entity organisation.</li><li>Proficiency with Excel and formulas.</li><li>High levels of attention to detail.</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£32,000 to £38,000 plus benefits:<ul><li>Hybrid working - 4 days in office, 1 day remote.</li><li>Study support package</li><li>Company bonus scheme</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Medical insurance</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays</li><li>Career development opportunities</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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjAwNjYyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-05-03T23:29:48Z