<p> </p><h1><strong>Financial Controller</strong></h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> London (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office)<br /> <strong>Industry:</strong> Professional Services / Group Environment<br /> <strong>Qualification Requirement:</strong> <strong>ACA-qualified only</strong></p><h2><strong>About the Organisation</strong></h2><p>Robert Half is working with a rapidly growing, international professional services group with operations across the UK and North America. With a multi-entity structure, international presence, and a strong reputation for excellence, the organisation delivers specialist consultancy, insight-driven strategy, and creative solutions across a range of industry sectors.</p><p>As the business continues to scale, they are strengthening their central finance team with the addition of a technically strong and commercially minded <strong>Financial Controller</strong>.</p><h2><strong>Role Overview</strong></h2><p>This is a broad and high-impact role covering all aspects of financial accounting, management reporting, consolidation, audit, and financial controls for the UK parent company and selected subsidiaries.</p><p>You will be responsible for producing accurate and timely financial information, improving financial processes, and supporting senior leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis.</p><p>The organisation operates in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment, so strong technical accounting skills and experience with consolidations are essential.</p><h2><strong>Who This Role Suits</strong></h2><p>This role is ideal for an <strong>ACA-qualified accountant</strong> (2-5 years PQE) looking to step into a Financial Controller position within a dynamic, evolving environment.</p><p>You'll thrive here if you enjoy:</p><ul><li><p>Designing and strengthening financial controls</p></li><li><p>Taking ownership of complex group reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing audits and driving process improvement</p></li><li><p>Working in a PE-influenced or fast-growth environment</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><h3><strong>Accounting & Reporting</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Oversee day-to-day financial operations including AP/AR.</p></li><li><p>Produce month-end management accounts with insightful commentary.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of VAT filings.</p></li><li><p>Support payroll, pensions, and other employee-related financial processes.</p></li><li><p>Conduct financial analysis to identify trends and improvement opportunities.</p></li><li><p>Monitor cash flow and liquidity across multiple entities.</p></li><li><p>Contribute to cash flow optimisation and working capital improvements.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Financial Accounting & Audit</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Advise on accounting standards and implement best-practice reporting across the group.</p></li><li><p>Draft technical accounting memos (e.g., for acquisitions or disposals).</p></li><li><p>Prepare consolidated financial statements and support subsidiary statutory accounts.</p></li><li><p>Lead and project-manage the annual audit, ensuring timely completion.</p></li><li><p>Implement control improvements and system/process enhancements.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Financial Strategy & Risk</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Work closely with senior finance and business leaders to align financial and strategic goals.</p></li><li><p>Provide recommendations to improve profitability and financial performance.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.</p></li><li><p>Identify and manage financial risks and introduce mitigation strategies.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Other Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Support group finance during busy periods or leave cover.</p></li><li><p>Drive automation and system efficiencies.</p></li><li><p>Assist in budgeting and forecasting.</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></h2><ul><li><p><strong>ACA-qualified accountant (required)</strong> - the client is <strong>only considering ACA candidates</strong>.</p></li><li><p>2-5 years post-qualification experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong technical accounting skills, including multi-currency consolidation.</p></li><li><p>Excellent Excel skills.</p></li><li><p>Proven experience improving processes and internal controls.</p></li><li><p>Experience in PE-backed or leveraged environments advantageous but not essential.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of US or Canadian structures beneficial.</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Additional Information</strong></h2><ul><li><p>All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.</p></li><li><p>Successful candidates may be subject to background checks.</p></li><li><p>The organisation values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4zNzA3MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Large Financial Services client with offices in Northampton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support the Finance Director and oversee all finance and payroll activity,. You will help to prepare all internal and external financial reporting as well as providing expert timely and insightful financial analysis, to support the business in maximising profitability and efficiency. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts and other financial reports including budgets and KPIs.</li><li>Produce high quality monthly consolidated and entity management accounts, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, to agreed deadlines with supporting operational analysis.</li><li>Undertake analysis as required on company performance, highlighting areas of concern or risk.</li><li>Develop analysis as required to support the development and subsequent measurement of sales strategies.</li><li>Manage forecasts for the annual business plan and report monthly cost actuals against business plans.</li><li>Present reports to senior management to assist with business planning and decision making and goal achievement.</li><li>Oversight of AP and AR</li><li>P+L Reviews</li><li>Payroll Processing</li><li>Team Management</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ideally from within a Practice environment with prior experience working in a Finance Manager or Financial Controller position and with experience of producing monthly consolidated management accounts for a group of companies. In addition you will have strong reporting and process improvement exposure with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and performance/risk analysis This is an excellent Senior Opportunity within a fast paced, growing organisation.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is working on a 5 days a week basis in the office in Northampton from their impressive offices and is paying £70-80K + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDkxMjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3 data-start="38" data-end="73">Transactional Finance Manager</h3><p data-start="74" data-end="144"><strong data-start="74" data-end="109">London / Milton Keynes | Hybrid</strong><br data-start="109" / data-end="112"> <strong data-start="112" data-end="144">£55,000 - £65,000 + benefits</strong></p><p data-end="285" data-start="146">A growing real estate business is seeking a Transactional Finance Manager to lead Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Credit Control.</p><p data-end="554" data-start="287"><strong data-start="287" data-end="299">The Role</strong><br data-start="299" / data-end="302"> Reporting to the Finance Director, you will run day-to-day transactional finance, ensuring strong controls, timely month-end and an efficient, well-managed function. You will lead a small team and support ongoing improvements to systems and automation.</p><p data-end="892" data-start="556"><strong data-start="556" data-end="580">Key Responsibilities</strong><br data-end="583" / data-start="580"> * Lead AP, AR and Credit Control<br data-start="615" / data-end="618"> * Ensure accurate processing, controls and reconciliations<br data-start="676" data-end="679" /> * Own month-end close and payment runs<br / data-end="720" data-start="717"> * Support rent and service charge billing and reconciliations<br data-end="784" / data-start="781"> * Drive process improvements and automation<br data-start="827" data-end="830" /> * Act as the main internal contact for transactional finance</p><p data-end="1166" data-start="894"><strong data-end="911" data-start="894">The Candidate</strong><br data-start="911" data-end="914" /> * Proven experience managing transactional finance teams<br data-end="973" / data-start="970"> * Property / real estate experience preferred<br data-end="1021" / data-start="1018"> * Strong controls and month-end knowledge<br / data-end="1065" data-start="1062"> * Hands-on, organised and commercially aware<br / data-end="1112" data-start="1109"> * Confident people manager with a practical approach</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS44OTA4MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Business Partner | Real Estate | Central London (Hybrid) | £80,000 + Bonus</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are working with a large, international real estate and professional services organisation to recruit a permanent Finance Business Partner into a senior commercial role supporting their growing European operations.</p><p> </p><p>Reporting into the Finance Director, this role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and real estate strategy, partnering closely with senior stakeholders across multiple European markets. You will provide commercial insight, financial challenge, and strategic support in a fast-paced, client-facing environment, helping to shape performance, inform investment decisions, and drive business growth. This is a highly visible role with influence across a complex, multi-country business, providing exposure to senior leadership and involvement in key business initiatives.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>📊</strong><strong> About the Position</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reporting into the Finance Director, you will be responsible for:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Driving robust financial management and insight across the European real estate operations through high-quality management accounts and analysis.<br /> * Partnering with senior stakeholders to assess and challenge performance across revenue, margins, headcount, pipelines, client wins and losses, debt, risks, and opportunities.<br /> * Preparing clear, concise financial summaries, report packs, and commentary to support confident decision-making at leadership level.<br /> * Acting as a key point of contact for financial queries across the European business, ensuring timely resolution.<br /> * Overseeing the monthly close process, ensuring adherence to revenue recognition policies, balance sheet governance, and internal controls.<br /> * Owning bonus and commission calculations and tracking.<br /> * Managing and refining allocation methodologies to ensure fair and transparent cost distribution across teams.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>📋</strong><strong> What We're Looking For</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).<br /> * 5-6 years' post-qualified experience in a senior finance business partnering or commercial finance role.</li><li>Experience within Real Estate is highly desirable but not essential.</li><li>Strong capability in building senior-level presentation decks with clear insight, narrative, and actionable recommendations.<br /> * Proven experience driving change, including process improvements, systems enhancements, or transformation initiatives.<br /> * Advanced modelling, forecasting, and ad-hoc analytical skills.<br /> * Confident communicator with experience partnering senior leadership across multiple geographies.<br /> * A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in automation and data improvement.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>🤝</strong><strong> Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>£80,000 base salary plus bonus.<br /> * Flexible hybrid working model based in London, with the opportunity to engage regularly with European colleagues and senior stakeholders, combining remote working with office-based collaboration.<br /> * High-visibility role partnering senior stakeholders across a European real estate operation.<br /> * Exposure to complex, international operations within a well-established organisation.<br /> * Clear scope for long-term progression within a large, structured finance function.<br /> * Opportunities to work on high-profile, commercially impactful projects and initiatives across the real estate portfolio.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>💼</strong><strong> Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>This role offers a rare blend of senior-level finance business partnering and European exposure within a commercially driven real estate environment. You'll work closely with leadership teams to influence decision-making, support growth initiatives, and provide meaningful financial insight across a complex international business, making it an excellent step for an experienced Finance Business Partner seeking impact and progression.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuOTk4MzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Duties: </strong></p><ul><li>Ensuring all month end journals and reconciliations across all Group entities are completed on time, working with the Group Financial Controller, AP Manager, Director of Commercial Finance and Credit Controller & Commercial Finance Lead to prepare accurate and timely monthly and half-yearly reporting.</li><li>Posting of business as usual and month end journals and preparation of balance sheet reconciliations and income statement expense review files.</li><li>Leading the inter-company elimination and reporting process for Group companies.</li><li>Prepare monthly / bi-monthly and quarterly VAT returns for the Group's UK and Irish entities, as well as developing a CIS reporting process.</li><li>Leading the IFRS 16 Right of Use asset accounting process for the London Office and Electric vehicle fleet.</li><li>Assisting with the management of the Irish legacy operations and wind down / management of SPVs.</li><li>Supporting preparation of the monthly CFO board pack reports and periodic external reporting requirements, including work on consolidated Group reporting.</li><li>Support preparation of the Group consolidation under IFRS across a number of entities and associated financial disclosures for the consolidated and single entity financial statements.</li><li>Liaising with external auditors to provide support and documentation, ensuring an efficient audit process</li><li>Working closely with IT in streamlining Netsuite ERP reporting.</li><li>Business partnering with Group cost centres in order to assist with budgeting, forecasting, monthly review of expenditure and performance.</li><li>Liaison with HR to assist in the monthly payroll process, including payroll review, postings and reconciliation of associate balance sheet creditors including PAYE and pension control accounts.</li><li>Engagement in ad-hoc projects to support the Group as required.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuODY3MzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Management Accountant to assist them for 2-3 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Management Accountant to assist them for 2-3 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Preparation and reporting of monthly management accounts, including analytical review of the results and communicating underlying trends to the FD.</li><li>Lead the development of annual budget and quarterly financial forecasts.</li><li>Review of nominal ledger and balance sheet accounts, including posting of accrual journals in line with budget and real time knowledge.</li><li>Review of accrued and deferred net sales in line with revenue recognition principals and preparation of journals</li><li>Monitor and manage the agency's cash flow to ensure liquidity and prevent financial risk and reporting to HQ</li><li>Oversee billing and credit control function</li><li>Lead year-end reporting and audit</li><li>Oversee WIP management</li><li>Sign-off payment runs and bank transactions</li><li>Track and analyse financial performance, identifying key trends and potential areas for improvement.</li><li>Acknowledges the full extent of responsibilities and can prioritise a workplan that facilitates both the team and their reporting deadlines.</li><li>Provides insight and expertise to strengthen finance expertise and stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Can work with theoretical insight and information to draw recommendations.</li><li>Lead charge ability and utilisation reporting meeting with annotated analysis and recommendations.</li><li>Reviews overhead budgets vs actual.</li><li>Can advise how to better improve EBITDA without compromising on ROI</li><li>Understands the requirements of cash flow for project work, assisting internal and external teams accordingly.</li><li>Helps drives commercial understanding and financial process throughout the client service team.</li><li>Work with clients on financial matters related to project budgets, invoicing, and payment schedules.</li><li>Completes Performance review meetings with direct reports and provides feedback on wider team when requested.</li><li>Helps support project teams, upskilling, training, inducting as required.</li><li>Manage and mentor the finance team, ensuring their professional development and effectiveness.</li><li>Working closely with the Managing Director and Heads of Departments, including their account management and operations team to provide financial guidance and support for commercial decision making.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Finance Manager will be either part-qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or Qualified by experience and ideally have previous experience experience working in Creative, PR, Advertising, Marketing or Media.</p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Media business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>The temporary Finance Manager role will be paying circa £22.50 - £27.50 per hour, dependant on experience.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjczNjM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working for a world class institution to recruit for Head of Management Accounts based in Bedfordshire</p><p><strong>Salary between £55-65k</strong></p><p>Generous benefits are:</p><ul><li>Life Cover</li><li>Access to a wide range of discounts</li><li>Recognition awards</li><li>Healthcare cashback plans</li><li>Generous holiday benefits</li><li>Contributory pension schemes - 10%!</li><li>Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.</li><li>Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.</li></ul><p>Reporting to the UK Financial Controller, this is an opportunity to lead the UK's management accounts Function, taking responsibility for 3 staff. The company operates the UK, US, France, Germany Finland trading entities with revenues of c.£40m and c.600 employees.</p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Meeting all weekly, monthly and year-end internal reporting deadlines</li><li>Maintaining, improving and controlling the quality of the management accounts</li><li>Delivering accurate and timely financial reporting</li><li>Responsible for the management and development of the management accounting team (3 direct reports)</li><li>Accountable for the compliance of financial statements with Group Accounting policies, IFRS and relevant tax law</li><li>Preparation of subsidiary accounts for external reporting</li><li>Ongoing Balance Sheet control and review</li><li>Continually improving financial processes, including system improvements. Devising and implementing change across the business to drive efficiency</li><li>To provide ad-hoc business finance partnering to operations and group.</li><li>Supporting annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting process</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent with the key skills</li></ul><p><strong>Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Team management</li></ul><p><strong>Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Strong technical accounting background</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li><li>Management and leadership skills</li><li>Solid communication and presentation skills</li><li>Excellent relationship building skills</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMzI1NTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This is an exponentially growing environment trade and services business based in North London. Through modern processes, they reuse, recycle, and acquire energy from waste, helping reduce emissions. They are continuously acquiring new businesses and expanding operations across the UK.</p><p>Due to this growth, they are now looking to hire a qualified Finance Business Partner to join their high-performing finance team.</p><p><strong>This role will be based full-time in the office.</strong></p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The Finance Business Partner for this growing environment trade and services business based in North London, will work closely with the Head of Finance providing a strategic financial insight and guidance to drive business performance and growth. They will also take ownership of varied duties including:</p><ul><li>Collaborate with business leaders to develop financial and operational strategies aligned with organisational goals.</li><li>Provide insightful financial analysis to support decision-making.</li><li>Challenge and influence business decisions through data-driven insights.</li><li>Partner with non-finance stakeholders to enhance financial understanding and accountability.</li><li>Prepare and present monthly management reports and dashboards.</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost savings, and process optimisation.</li><li>Monitor KPIs and recommend actions for improvement.</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Finance Business Partner position, should have the following attributes:</p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA or CIMA) with experience in a commercial finance capacity.</li><li>Strong evidence of business partnering and managing stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Ownership of budgeting and forecasting procedures.</li><li>Experience in a similar industry would be advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£60,000 to £65,000 plus benefits:</p><ul><li><strong>Full-time in office</strong></li><li>Pension scheme plan</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holiday</li><li>Career development plans</li><li>EV Car scheme & more!</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjM1MjkyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h2 data-start="349" data-end="401"><strong data-start="352" data-end="399">Interim Financial Controller (Outside IR35)</strong></h2><p data-end="538" data-start="402"><strong data-start="402" data-end="482">£500-£600 per day | Bishops Stortford | Immediate Start | 3-6 Month Contract</strong><br data-start="482" / data-end="485"><br /></p><p data-end="1037" data-start="540">Robert Half are partnering with a well-established automotive group in Bishops Stortford to appoint an accomplished Interim Financial Controller. Our client is one of the UK's most respected names in high-end vehicle repair and restoration, working closely with leading global automotive brands. As they continue to expand and integrate operations across the group, they require an experienced interim to provide stability, leadership, and improved financial discipline during this critical phase.</p><p data-start="1039" data-end="1164">This assignment sits <strong data-start="1060" data-end="1076">outside IR35</strong> and requires someone who can operate confidently in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.</p><h3 data-end="1182" data-start="1166"> </h3><h3 data-end="1587" data-start="1559"><strong data-end="1587" data-start="1563">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><p data-start="1588" data-end="1621"><strong data-start="1588" data-end="1621">Financial Reporting & Control</strong></p><ul data-end="2139" data-start="1622"><li data-start="1622" data-end="1707"><p data-start="1624" data-end="1707">Lead the monthly reporting cycle and ensure accurate, timely management accounts.</p></li><li data-end="1779" data-start="1708"><p data-end="1779" data-start="1710">Drive the shift from cash-based reporting to a full accruals basis.</p></li><li data-end="1902" data-start="1780"><p data-start="1782" data-end="1902">Oversee balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations, journals, intercompany activity, and supporting schedules.</p></li><li data-end="2001" data-start="1903"><p data-start="1905" data-end="2001">Enhance internal controls, reporting timetables, and accounting processes across the business.</p></li><li data-end="2063" data-start="2002"><p data-start="2004" data-end="2063">Ensure adherence to UK GAAP and group financial policies.</p></li><li data-start="2064" data-end="2139"><p data-start="2066" data-end="2139">Prepare reporting outputs for group leadership and investor stakeholders.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2174" data-start="2141"><strong data-end="2174" data-start="2141">Business Partnering & Insight</strong></p><ul data-start="2175" data-end="2440"><li data-start="2175" data-end="2301"><p data-end="2301" data-start="2177">Collaborate directly with the Managing Director to interpret financial performance and support commercial decision-making.</p></li><li data-start="2302" data-end="2386"><p data-start="2304" data-end="2386">Provide clear analysis on revenue mix, margin development, and cost base trends.</p></li><li data-end="2440" data-start="2387"><p data-end="2440" data-start="2389">Contribute to the budgeting and forecasting cycles.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2468" data-start="2442"><strong data-start="2442" data-end="2468">Cash & Working Capital</strong></p><ul data-start="2469" data-end="2664"><li data-end="2552" data-start="2469"><p data-start="2471" data-end="2552">Produce short-term cash flow forecasts and oversee daily/weekly cash reporting.</p></li><li data-end="2664" data-start="2553"><p data-end="2664" data-start="2555">Monitor working capital performance, including debtor management, supplier payment cycles, and stock control.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2666" data-end="2699"><strong data-start="2666" data-end="2699">Systems & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul data-start="2700" data-end="2843"><li data-start="2700" data-end="2758"><p data-end="2758" data-start="2702">Standardise financial processes across multiple sites.</p></li><li data-start="2759" data-end="2843"><p data-start="2761" data-end="2843">Support integration activities as the business aligns with wider group frameworks.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2881" data-start="2845"><strong data-end="2881" data-start="2845">Leadership & Operational Support</strong></p><ul data-start="2882" data-end="3112"><li data-start="2882" data-end="2946"><p data-start="2884" data-end="2946">Provide guidance and management to the on-site finance team.</p></li><li data-end="3011" data-start="2947"><p data-end="3011" data-start="2949">Offer continuity and structure during organisational change.</p></li><li data-end="3112" data-start="3012"><p data-start="3014" data-end="3112">Assist the CFO/FD/FP&A team with ad hoc reporting, board packs, and investor information requests.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="3114" data-end="3131"><strong data-end="3131" data-start="3118">About You</strong></h3><ul data-start="3132" data-end="3622"><li data-end="3207" data-start="3132"><p data-start="3134" data-end="3207">A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical grounding.</p></li><li data-start="3208" data-end="3330"><p data-end="3330" data-start="3210">Proven experience in Financial Controller or senior finance leadership roles within an SME or mid-market organisation.</p></li><li data-start="3331" data-end="3422"><p data-start="3333" data-end="3422">Background in automotive, manufacturing, or operationally intensive sectors beneficial.</p></li><li data-start="3423" data-end="3527"><p data-end="3527" data-start="3425">Comfortable joining a fast-moving, private-equity-backed environment where rapid impact is expected.</p></li><li data-end="3622" data-start="3528"><p data-start="3530" data-end="3622">Hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of quickly identifying and implementing improvements.</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjQxMzkxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of Finance on behalf of a specialist service business with offices on the edge of Bedford and Ampthill.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Head of Finance you will lead the UK Finance Operations and partner with he UK head and International Parent to drive financial accuracy, aid in strategic decision making and manage key internal and external stakeholders. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Business Partnering & Strategic Support.</li><li>Provide financial insights and analysis to support business decisions and growth initiatives.</li><li>Defining and implementing change in processes across the business to drive efficiency.</li></ul><ul><li>Support the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes with a focus on precision and relevance.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning and performance tracking.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results and forecasts.</li></ul><ul><li>Oversee all UK accounting operations, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and drive process improvements.</li><li>Ongoing Balance Sheet control and review.</li><li> In charge of consolidated accounts for entities and statutory accounts for UK entities.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including group finance, operations, and HR.</li><li>Represent UK finance in global forums and contribute to group-wide initiatives.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant and have a strong combination of technical accounting and commercial acumen, leadership qualities and the ability to work at a Board Level to provide insight and updates. Role of Head of Finance is critical to the ongoing development and change for the UK business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Head of Finance is working on a 5 day a week basis from the office with some flex based near Bedford and Ampthill and offering a salary of £70-90K + Excellent benefits.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTMzNzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Group Financial Controller to assist them for 15 months. You will be responsible for following duties</p><ul><li> Lead EMEA financial close and consolidated reporting across 20 legal entities, ensuring accuracy, governance, and IFRS compliance.</li><li>Maintain strong balance sheet control, cashflow management, liquidity forecasting, and working capital optimisation.</li><li>Oversee payroll approval, tax coordination, and statutory compliance to minimise risk and liabilities.</li><li>Provide high-quality financial reporting and insights to the European CFO and global leadership.</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders across Europe and Australia on budgeting, forecasting, strategy, and performance improvement.</li><li>Lead audit, risk, and governance activities, including external and internal audits and financial controls.</li><li>Drive systems implementation, process improvement, reporting efficiency, and EMEA standardisation.</li><li>Support M&A, strategic projects, cross-regional initiatives, and provide leadership within a high-energy European finance team.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Group Financial Controller will have excellent consolidation skills and and have 4/5 years post qualified experience. </p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Retail Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>These temporary Accounts Payable roles will be paying circa £90 -95k Pro-rata, dependant on experience.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjI3MzI1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>This newly created Financial Controller</strong><strong> r</strong><strong>ole </strong><strong>for a Growing Fintech/payment firm paying £75,000 to £85,000 depending on experience with a Discretionary bonus, based in Heart of the City on a Permanent basis and operate 2 days in the office policy. </strong></p><p> <strong>Role</strong></p><p>As an Financial Controller, you will work closely with the Head of Finance who is all about internal growth and development. Please find a brief outline of the role below:</p><ul><li>Prepare P&L and Balance Sheet analyses for group entities, including overseas subsidiaries.</li><li>Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and reviews, including prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, and inventory.</li><li>Support with monthly consolidated Group report, including management accounts commentary and analysis</li><li>Perform client money bank reconciliations across systems</li><li>Analyse monthly fee revenue, ensuring correct split between UK and EU acquiring entities.</li><li>Prepare and submit annual and quarterly FCA returns.</li><li>Assist in preparing Group Consolidated Financial Statements under IFRS, including notes and disclosures.</li><li>Support external audits and FCA safeguarding audits.</li><li>Prepare IFRS-related workings</li><li>Coordinate with local accountants to prepare international subsidiary accounts.</li><li>Key role in upcoming system implementation</li><li>Prepare bespoke analyses and reports for senior management.</li><li>Support automation initiatives and participate in finance process redesign projects.</li><li>Coordinate with tax advisors on corporation tax, VAT, and transfer pricing compliance.</li><li>Ensuring the internal controls and processes remain fit for purpose, driving change where required</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The Financial Controller for this Fintech/payment firm is ideally for the below</p><ul><li>An Audit Trained Accountant</li><li>At least 2 years' post qualification experience working in a similar role</li><li>Strong Experience with IFRS, Month end closing and Consolidations</li><li>Nice to have experience with Sage Intact</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>The Financial Controller will report into a hugely impressive Head of Finance who you will very closely on the day-to-day operations. The Fintech/payment firm transact over a Billion Monthly and looking to reach 3 billion by 2030 and offer great flexibility 2 days a week in the office</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>Salary is bench marked £75,000 to £85,000 on experience. Additionally, there is a Discretionary bonus They also have amazing culture and work life balance and are all about internal progression and growth. The business also a great benefit such bonus, private medical, free breakfast, progression plans and much more.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF0dC5CaXJkLjA1NDY2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Responsibilities:</p><p><strong>Cashflow Management & Modelling:</strong> </p><ul><li>Develop robust financial models to support strategic planning and scenario forecasting.</li><li>Manage cashflow and liquidity planning, identifying risk and optimising working capital.</li><li>Deliver actionable financial insights to leadership and the board.</li></ul><p><strong>Fundraising & Corporate Financing:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial modelling and analysis to support equity fundraising rounds.</li><li>Prepare investor materials and financial insights for due diligence.</li><li>Identify, evaluate and execute working capital mechanisms</li><li>Financial governance of grants, government credits and share schemes</li></ul><p><strong>ERP & Inventory Alignment: </strong></p><ul><li>Align ERP data with financial models to ensure accurate cost tracking and unit economics.</li><li>Monitor inventory and manufacturing data for operational and financial consistency.</li><li>Drive automation and scalability in financial processes</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting, Payables & Receivables, and Payroll:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations, including statutory accounts, audits, compliance, and tax.</li><li>Manage payables and receivables processes to ensure accurate and timely execution.</li><li>Handle payroll, pensions, and benefits, maintaining strong internal controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience & Qualifications:</strong> </p><ul><li>Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).</li><li>3+ years in finance roles within high-growth or product-based businesses.</li><li>Experienced in ERP systems, inventory management, and manufacturing finance.</li><li>Experienced in financial modelling, cashflow analysis, and equity and debt financing.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuNzMyNTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Accounts Payable Manager to assist them for 3 - 6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice receipt, coding, matching, approvals, and payment processing.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely weekly payment runs and ensuring Urgent payment request are approved and processed timely.</li><li>Maintain Vendor master data, including setting up new vendors, updating information, and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Support the AP team to Manage reconciliations of AP sub-ledger to the general ledger.</li><li>Oversee end-to-end month end process for the AP team. Expenses Processing Operations</li><li>Oversee Expenses specialist end-to end expenses process including expenses booking and processing together with payroll and treasury teams</li><li>Oversee Expenses end-to-end month end process</li><li>Support Expenses specialist in maintaining the newly set up Expenses helpdesk platform</li><li>Ensure AP and Expenses processes comply with company policies, GAAP (if applicable), and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Implement and maintain strong internal controls to prevent fraud and payment errors.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations. Process Improvement</li><li>Evaluate existing AP processes and systems; recommend and implement improvements.</li><li>Lead automation initiatives (e.g., OCR, AP workflow tools).</li><li>Develop KPI's and reporting tools to monitor process efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and train AP staff; assign and review work to ensure high performance.</li><li>Conduct performance evaluations and support staff development.</li><li>Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and issue resolution.</li><li>Build strong relationships with internal departments (accounting, treasury, operations and business stakeholders).</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Accounts Payable Manager will have a strong management background with extensive process improvement experience. You will have experience using Netsuite. </p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a growing consultancy based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>The temporary Accounts Payable Manager role will be paying circa £250 - £300 per day, dependant on experience.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC45MzUyMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Are you an ambitious FP&A leader looking for a new challenge? Would you like to work for a Global Sports Data company that is PE backed and growing fast? Do you have experience building and leading strategic FP&A functions partnering with C-Suite leadership?</p><p>As the successful candidate you will have fantastic stakeholder management skills, be able to get truly under the skin of the business and help them shape business functions translating numbers into actionable insights. Other key responsibilities include;</p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Leadership</strong></li><li>Own financial planning cycles (annual budget, quarterly forecasts, long-range plans).</li><li>Deliver forward-looking analysis, scenario planning, and decision support to the CFO and executive team.</li><li>Be a strategic advisor on investments, pricing, capital allocation, and overall business performance.</li><li>Be a major influence on M&A activity and other growth initiatives through robust financial modelling and commercial evaluation.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Commercial Business Partnering</strong></li><li>Partner cross-functionally with commercial, operations, product, and sales leader to evaluate initiatives, contracts, and growth opportunities.</li><li>Partner with sales and product leaders on pricing strategy, deal structuring, and go-to-market plans.</li><li>Develop commercial / financial models to assess ROI on new investments, partnerships, and market entries.</li><li>Drive insights into customer profitability, contract performance, and margin improvement.</li><li>Act as the finance voice in commercial decision-making - balancing growth opportunities with financial discipline.</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Performance Management & Analysis</strong></li><li>Own monthly and quarterly performance reviews, ensuring robust variance analysis vs. budget / forecast.</li><li>Develop KPIs and dashboards that link financial results to operational drivers.</li><li>Proactively highlight risks, opportunities, and recommendations to senior leadership.</li><li>Provide insight into competitor benchmarks, market trends, and external factors impacting financial performance.</li></ul><p>In return we offer a great salary and benefits package and the chance to work for a global brand in a career defining role.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGhpbGlwLkJvZGVuLjYyNTc4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Are you an established CFO looking for the next step in your career? Would you like to work for a growing technology service business who expand through acquisition? Do you have a decade of senior leadership and strategic finance experience specifically within the technology sector?</p><p>As the successful candidate you will be both a strategic leader and be willing to be technically relevant. You will manage a mainly UK based team but have constant dialogue with senior stakeholders in USA HQ. You will enjoy working in a complex and fast paced environment. Other key responsibilities include;</p><p>1. UK & US GAAP experience spanning multiple roles</p><p>2. Manage USA led deadlines</p><p>3. Manage key none finance stakeholders including Tech/Marketing/HR and Legal teams</p><p>4. Understand multiple currency environments </p><p>5. Manage external auditors</p><p>6. Manage external Tax entities</p><p>In return we offer a great salary and benefits package with an opportunity to work for an industry leading brand. This is a career defining role helping the business grow, shape and expand. </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGhpbGlwLkJvZGVuLjg5MjIzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Accounts Payable Manager to assist them for 3-6 months. You will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Ensure suppliers are paid on time and operations remain uninterrupted.</li><li>Implement strong governance, segregation of duties, and internal controls to minimise payment risks.</li><li>Maintain a smooth, accurate payment process with robust checks.</li><li>Ensure correct cost coding for reliable financial reporting, budgeting, and P&L accuracy.</li><li>Oversee timely, compliant processing and auditing of corporate card and employee expenses.</li><li>Partner with Financial Control to ensure postings enable clear analysis of company spend and identification of risks or opportunities.</li><li>Manage a team of 5 providing coaching that connects daily work to wider business goals.</li><li>Deliver meaningful, real-time feedback to support growth and high performance.</li><li>Foster continuous improvement in controls, accuracy, and efficiency</li><li>System - SAP Business One </li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Accounts Payable Manager will have previous experience managing a team and excellent communication skills. </p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Retail Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This temporary Accounts Payable Manager will be paying circa £275-£325 per day via an umbrella company, dependant on experience.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjM3MDY1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a luxury real estate firm to recruit a Finance Manager on a permanent basis.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £60,000 - £70,000</p><p><strong>Location: Chelsea</strong></p><p><strong>Hybrid:</strong> 4 days in the office, 1 day from home</p><p><strong>Reports to:</strong> Chief Financial Officer</p><p><strong>Team:</strong> 1-2 direct reports</p><p> </p><p>They are offering a competitive benefits package.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Manager/ Management Accountant to oversee the finance function. You will be responsible for all aspects of client accounting and financial reporting within a dynamic and fast-paced industry.</p><p> </p><p>This hands-on role blends financial management, client relationship management, and strategic reporting. The Finance Manager will work closely with clients, suppliers, colleagues, and senior management to ensure financial accuracy and transparency across the client portfolio.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Client Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and deliver regular financial reports to clients, detailing income and expenditure.</li><li>Manage and reconcile multiple client accounts, ensuring accuracy in all transactions and proper allocation of funds.</li><li>Monitor budget performance vs. actual spend, providing variance analysis and proactive commentary.</li><li>Liaise with client managers to develop and maintain property-related budgets.</li><li>Manage client funding requirements as necessary.</li><li>Maintain detailed reconciliations of client expenditure and funds received.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Management & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Produce management accounts and financial performance reports for both clients and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Develop and report on KPIs including efficiency, profitability, and budget adherence.</li><li>Assist in preparing statutory accounts and corporation tax returns.</li><li>Manage VAT returns and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and internal controls within the finance function.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Experience & Skills Required</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum of 3-5 years' experience as a Management Accountant/ Finance Manager or equivalent.</li><li>Excellent communication and client relationship skills.</li><li>Prior experience in an SME or property-related business is desirable.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuOTQ4NTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Are you a seasoned CFO looking for the next step in your career? Would you like to work for a growing Private Equity backed company that grows both organically and through acquisition? Do you have experience of multiple CFO roles driving business strategy?</p><p>As the successful candidate you will have worked within a PE environment, with proven experience taking a company through exit. You will have built and scaled teams, worked closely with CEO's and Private Equity senior stakeholders, you will have multiple M&A exposure.</p><p>Key responsibilities include;</p><p>1. Manage multiple M&A activity</p><p>2. work closely with in house M&A team to challenge them and support future acquisitions</p><p>3. Manage a finance transformation programme including a scalable Data Cube and MI transformation</p><p>4. Be a key support of the CEO to help get the business ready for exit</p><p>5. Manage key banking relationships</p><p>In return we offer a great salary and benefits package along with SWEAT Equity options. This is a career defining role with the opportunity to make genuine change.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGhpbGlwLkJvZGVuLjM2NzI1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of FP+A on behalf of a Global Sales business with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Head of FP+A you will need to be a highly motivated leader with a proven record of steering business performance at both strategic and operational levels. You will closely with the Managing Director, senior leadership team and CFO to help drive decision making and improved performance. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Act as a key finance partner to the MD, CFO, and UK Board, shaping strategy, and defining the UK financial and controlling framework in line with global standards.</li><li>Leading the evaluation of major strategic initiatives across pricing and sales network development</li><li>Lead end-to-end performance management, driving planning, forecasting, governance, KPI setting, and profitability analysis to ensure clarity, and delivery of financial targets.</li><li>Own planning and forecasting, driving annual plans, cost control, investment appraisal, and scenario modelling to enable agile, informed decision-making.</li><li>Lead and develop a high-performing team, and drive cross-functional collaboration across UK and global finance</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant already working at a Senior Commercial level such as Commercial Finance Manager with strong experience across FP+A, leadership and commercial controlling. Previous experience within a Matrix sales organisation would be of benefit.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Head of FP+A is based in Milton Keynes and working 3 days a week in the office and offering a salary of up to £80K + Excellent Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMjgwMTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="198" data-start="55"><strong data-start="55" data-end="134">Financial Controller - Growing Health & Wellness Business (Anonymous Brief)</strong><br data-start="134" data-end="137" /> ACA-qualified candidates with technical industry experience</p><p data-start="55" data-end="198">Base Salary £75,000k-£85,000k plus benefits and Hybrid Work in London</p><p data-start="200" data-end="442">A rapidly expanding leisure and sport business is seeking a technically strong Financial Controller to support its continued UK and international growth. This is a broad, high-visibility role within a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.</p><p data-end="470" data-start="444"><strong data-start="444" data-end="468">Financial Controller Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-end="885" data-start="471"><li data-start="471" data-end="538"><p data-start="473" data-end="538">Lead month-end close, management accounts and variance analysis</p></li><li data-end="598" data-start="539"><p data-start="541" data-end="598">Oversee financial transactions, reconciliations and VAT</p></li><li data-start="599" data-end="645"><p data-end="645" data-start="601">Manage and develop a Management Accountant</p></li><li data-start="646" data-end="695"><p data-end="695" data-start="648">Administer payroll via a third-party provider</p></li><li data-end="764" data-start="696"><p data-end="764" data-start="698">Enhance controls, reporting frameworks and regulatory compliance</p></li><li data-start="765" data-end="832"><p data-end="832" data-start="767">Identify process improvements and cost-efficiency opportunities</p></li><li data-start="833" data-end="885"><p data-start="835" data-end="885">Support external audit and board-level reporting</p></li></ul><p data-end="910" data-start="887"><strong data-start="887" data-end="908">Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul data-start="911" data-end="1202"><li data-end="986" data-start="911"><p data-start="913" data-end="986"><strong data-end="930" data-start="913">ACA qualified</strong> with relevant industry experience in a technical role</p></li><li data-start="987" data-end="1041"><p data-end="1041" data-start="989">Skilled in multi-entity, multi-currency accounting</p></li><li data-start="1042" data-end="1088"><p data-end="1088" data-start="1044">Strong Excel and confident Xero capability</p></li><li data-start="1089" data-end="1145"><p data-end="1145" data-start="1091">High attention to detail; able to work independently</p></li><li data-end="1202" data-start="1146"><p data-start="1148" data-end="1202">Clear communicator with strong organisational skills</p></li></ul><p data-end="1225" data-start="1204"><strong data-start="1204" data-end="1223">What's on Offer</strong></p><ul data-end="1396" data-start="1226"><li data-start="1226" data-end="1287"><p data-end="1287" data-start="1228">High-impact role in a growing health-focused organisation</p></li><li data-end="1341" data-start="1288"><p data-end="1341" data-start="1290">Autonomy, visibility and scope to shape processes</p></li><li data-end="1396" data-start="1342"><p data-start="1344" data-end="1396">Competitive package with wellness-related benefits</p></li></ul><p> </p><p data-is-only-node="" data-start="1398" data-is-last-node="" data-end="1497">Ideal for an ACA-qualified professional seeking a progressive, hands-on role in a scaling business.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS44NzA1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Finance Business Partner to assist them for 12 month. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Improving the business's understanding of its performance through targeted financial analysis and insight, linking financial data to support and challenge the business strategy</li><li>Improving visibility of financial performance across business service offerings by developing and delivering management information and reporting dashboards, providing both quantitative data and qualitative insight and recommendations to stakeholders</li><li>Presenting data and insight in a compelling way to members of the Senior Management Team to enable the best strategic decisions to be taken and challenge those already taken</li><li>Challenging current ways of working, driving efficiencies and cost savings to ensure key operational, commercial and financial targets are delivered</li><li>Advising senior stakeholders on emerging risks and opportunities</li><li>Understanding, articulating and measuring the key cost drivers of the business</li><li>Building strong working relationships and active partnerships with management and teams across the business. </li><li>Collaborating with colleagues across the business to identify and realise opportunities for efficiency and process improvement</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Finance Business Partner will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and have 5+ years experience within a similar business partnering role. </p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Construction Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>The temporary Finance Business Partner role will be paying circa £90,000 - £95,000 per annum, dependant on experience.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC44ODk2OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Multi Entity Service Business with offices in Milton Keynes</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support the Finance Director and Commercial Directors with advanced insight, robust controls and performance reporting for the UK business. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Team Management and mentoring</li><li>Lead in Financial Strategy and Compliance for business units</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting cycles, presenting insights and variance analysis to senior leadership.<br /> Partner with the board and CFO to shape financial strategy and guide key business decisions.</li><li>Establishing internal controls and unified reporting standards for potential acquisitions</li><li>Lead international audits and ensure compliance with VAT/Sales Tax regulations across multiple regions.</li><li>Monthly management accounts, budgets and variance analysis for business units</li><li>Manage statutory audits</li><li>Lead the preparation of Group Consolidated statutory accounts</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be at Audit Manager level in Practice or be looking for your second move Post Practice within a high performing and fast paced organisation. The opportunity to be developed is highly likely and the role will change as time progresses. You will have a high level of interpersonal effectiveness with the ability to complete both statutory and management accounts.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is based 5 days a week in the office in Milton Keynes with hybrid available in time. The role is paying a salary of £55-75K + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTMzNjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Transactions Manager to assist them for 5-6 months. You will be responsible for the following duties:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Manage the Accounts Payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices.</li><li>Oversee the Accounts Assistant, providing guidance and ensuring supplier queries are resolved promptly.</li><li>Reconcile and post credit card transactions each month.</li><li>Coordinate and manage all supplier and expense payment runs.</li><li>Manage the Accounts Receivable function, raising timely and accurate invoices to shareholders and obtaining PO numbers in advance.</li><li>Proactively manage debtor balances to ensure prompt income collection.</li><li>Oversee day-to-day liquidity and working capital.</li><li>Manage cash flow processes, including weekly reconciliations.</li><li>Forecast cash position throughout the year and track working capital accordingly.</li><li>Complete month-end cash reconciliations to the general ledger.</li><li>Prepare VAT returns.</li><li>Provide audit support as required.</li><li>Complete ad hoc requests from the Head of Finance and/or Finance Director.</li><li>System - NetSuite</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Transactions Manager will have previous experience managing AP/AR and be an excellent communicator. </p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p>Please note think role requies you to be in the offcie 3 days per week. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Media Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This temporary Transactions Manager will be paying circa £225-£275 per day, dependant on experience.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjI1NTM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are exclusively partnering with an global Real Estate firm in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, interim Accounts Payable Manager for 6 weeks.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Accounts Payable Manager for a 6 week contract and as part of this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul><li>Oversee the AP function and manage a team of up to 15 AP professionals based in India.</li><li>Ensure bi-monthly payment runs for the EMEA region.</li><li>Handle vendor and landlord queries, ensuring smooth communication and resolution.</li><li>Review and approve payments and new vendor on boarding.</li><li>Provide guidance on transition projects </li><li>Support analysis of rent and occupancy costs for non-OREG properties.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.</li><li>Manage and maintain strong vendor relationships to resolve issues promptly.</li><li>Oversee timely reconciliations of accounts payable ledgers.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.</li><li>Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Monitor and report on KPIs for AP performance and vendor payment cycles.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this interim Accounts Payable role will have strong end to end AP experience, ideally managing an outsourced function, strong attention to detail and be deadline orientated. </p><p>You must be immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is an established and reputable global Real Estate firm based in Central London, the role offers a hybrid working arrangement with 3 days per week in the office.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim Accounts Payable Manager role will be paying circa £275-300 per day, dependant on experience. </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi45NzcyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
