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Treasury Manager - Projects

Bristol, Bristol
remote
Contract
80000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working with a PE-backed, acquisitive services group to recruit an Interim Treasury specialist to support through a period of transformation & growth.<ul><li>Duration: 9-12 months</li><li>Start Date: Immediate</li><li>Rate: £80,000-90,000 per annum (Daily rate potentially an option)</li><li>Location: Central Bristol (Hybrid Working - 2 days on site, 3 remote)</li></ul>Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will take responsibility for a blend of project and BAU focused work:<ul><li>Complete and embed the group cash pooling arrangement</li><li>Deliver overnight cash deposits to make better use of surplus cash</li><li>Maximise use of the group's banking facilities across entities and territories</li><li>Integrate newly acquired businesses into treasury processes and banking structures</li><li>Manage the complexity of operating across multiple currencies, including Nordic and Spanish operations</li><li>Automate manual processes, reducing entries between banking portals and the finance system</li><li>Scope, recommend and potentially implement a TMS</li><li>Produce monthly cash reporting for the board, CFO, lenders and PE stakeholders</li><li>Manage working capital and lender reporting</li><li>Monitor and report treasury and cash KPIs, including collection variances</li><li>Analyse cash positions and identify how funds can be deployed more effectively</li><li>Handle day-to-day treasury queries on cash movements and banking arrangements</li><li>Review heavily manual reporting processes and drive automation</li></ul>Profile:<ul><li>5+ years' solid treasury experience, with strong cash management and liquidity reporting</li><li>Track record delivering treasury projects - cash pooling, automation or system implementation</li><li>Experience in a complex, international, multi-currency group</li><li>Strong systems and automation mindset, with advanced Excel</li><li>Able to take a project with limited guidance, set out options and make recommendations</li><li>Hands-on - happy to get into the detail while keeping BAU running</li><li>Strong communicator who builds relationships with senior stakeholders and manages an offshore team</li><li>Flexible and comfortable with change; able to prioritise and know when to ask for support.</li></ul>For more information or to apply, please contact Robert Half Bristol on 01179 935400 or apply directly through this advert.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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjE4NTY0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-20T13:58:12Z

Finance Manager

Bristol, Bristol
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Transactional Finance Manager to join a rapidly growing PE backed Services business on a fully-remote basis. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:£50,000 - £60,000 plus wider benefits package Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to: <ul><li>Own end-to-end accounts receivable and credit control: cash collection, aged debt and credit risk across the group's customer base</li><li>Own accounts payable: supplier payment runs, invoice processing controls and supplier relationship management</li><li>Own cash management: daily cash positioning, bank reconciliations and short-term cash forecasting into the Group FC</li><li>Own payroll: accurate, on-time monthly payroll for all group employees, including statutory compliance (PAYE, NI, pensions auto-enrolment) and liaison with HR/Shared Services on starters, leavers and changes</li><li>Act as right hand to the Group FC, alongside the Management Accountant: covering process, controls and people management so the FC can focus on consolidation, statutory reporting and board/investor reporting</li><li>Manage, coach and develop the transactions team, setting clear standards for accuracy, timeliness and service to the rest of the business</li><li>Support month-end close: transactional cut-off, accruals/prepayments relevant to AP/AR, and clean handover of data to the Management Accountant and Group FC</li></ul> Person specification:<ul><li>Extensive experience managing transactional finance teams across AP/AR</li><li>Strong process improvement and automation experience</li><li>Confident using a wide range of finance systems, in particular Excel</li><li>Strong controls mindset - able to spot and fix a process gap before it becomes an audit finding</li></ul> For the right person the client is offering:£50,000 - £60,000 plus wider benefits packageRobert 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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi40NjI2Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-28T14:07:19Z

Finance Manager

Bristol, Bristol
remote
Permanent
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful, personable business where you'll play a key role within the finance function, working closely with the Finance Director and wider business. You'll join an accounts team of five and take responsibility for two direct reports, giving you the opportunity to combine hands-on accounting with team leadership, commercial partnering and process improvement.The RoleAs Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of the monthly management accounting process and play an important role in providing accurate financial information and commercial insight to the wider business.Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Producing end-to-end monthly management accounts, ensuring completion within one week of month end</li><li>Preparing and distributing associated financial reporting in a timely manner</li><li>Ensuring all balance sheet and control accounts are fully reconciled each month, including intercompany accounts</li><li>Investigating and resolving variances promptly</li><li>Working closely with departments across the business to track expenditure against budget and forecast</li><li>Business partnering with operational managers to understand financial trends and support effective cost control</li><li>Providing meaningful financial insight to support business decisions, development and profitability</li><li>Supporting the development and automation of regular reporting</li><li>Producing and monitoring KPI reporting</li><li>Supporting group reporting requirements for the parent company</li><li>Managing and developing two direct reports</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting</li></ul>About YouWe're looking for an experienced Management Accountant or Finance Manager who is comfortable working in an SME environment and has experience supervising or managing a small team.You'll ideally have experience within a manufacturing, product-based or supplier environment, although this isn't essential.You'll also bring:<ul><li>Strong management accounting experience</li><li>Previous experience supervising or managing a small finance team</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines</li><li>Good Microsoft Office/Excel skills</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>A collaborative, team-focused approach</li><li>A positive, hands-on "can do" attitude</li><li>The confidence to work with stakeholders across the wider business</li><li>A commercially minded approach to finance</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/SGFycnkuR2lic29uLjUxNjc0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-01T12:44:35Z

Group IT Manager

Melksham, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 63500 GBP / Yearly
We are seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead a small technical team and oversee IT infrastructure, systems and support services across a multi-site organisation. This is a permanent role paying up to £63,500 plus company car, with hybrid working after successful completion of probation.This is a hands-on leadership role, combining day-to-day operational responsibility with project delivery, team development and continuous improvement. You will work closely with business systems colleagues to ensure technology supports business performance, security and efficiency.Key Responsibilities<ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead, mentor and develop the internal IT team, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>Oversee IT support, service desk operations and service level agreements.</li><li>Manage IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, applications, devices and communications.</li><li>Plan and deliver IT projects, managing resources, budgets, suppliers and timescales.</li><li>Support IT strategy, technology improvements and business transformation initiatives.</li><li>Maintain cyber security, data protection, system updates and IT governance.</li><li>Develop and test business continuity and disaster recovery arrangements.</li><li>Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting when required</li></ul>About You<ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, Active Directory, SharePoint Online and SQL Server.</li><li>Good understanding of networking, storage, virtualisation and remote desktop technologies.</li><li>Knowledge of cyber security, GDPR and IT governance.</li><li>Proven IT project management and service delivery experience.</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on ownership and continuous improvement.</li></ul>On Offer<ul><li>Salary up to £63,500</li><li>Company car</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days a week in Melksham</li><li>Competitive benefits</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um94eS5MYXcuMzU2MTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-23T17:00:01Z

IT Administrator

Chipping Sodbury, Gloucestershire
remote
Permanent
31000 - 37000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are partnering with a fast-growing client to recruit for their IT Administrator.The role is best suited for someone keen to learn and grow! If you're the sort of person who has a hand in IT systems, whether that's professionally or personal projects, then this might be the role for you.There's plenty of on-going learning and development and a career path to work your way up and take on more responsibilities within the IT function. Job Overview:<ul><li>Provide day-to-day IT support to users across office and project environments.</li><li>Assist with IT administration and help automate recurring tasks and processes.</li><li>Support IT projects, including setting up connectivity and technology at remote sites.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve workflows through automation and process improvements.</li><li>Create and maintain clear IT documentation, user guides and training materials.</li><li>Manage equipment inventories, software licences and purchasing records.</li><li>Work with suppliers and support procurement and invoice administration activities.</li><li>Use Excel and data analysis skills to support reporting and administrative tasks.</li><li>Communicate effectively with userbase, solving technical issues and providing guidance</li></ul>Desirable experience includes scripting, automation, AI tools, Microsoft Intune, Entra ID and business application administration 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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby4xMjIxMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-20T16:30:28Z

Assistant Accountant

Abergavenny, Monmouthshire
remote
Permanent
29000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
Salary: £30,000 + BenefitsAre you looking to develop your career within treasury, finance, and financial operations? We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Treasury Analyst to join a growing finance team, supporting treasury operations, financial controls, reconciliations, reporting, and process improvement activities.Reporting to the Treasury Operations Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately, controls are maintained, and reporting deadlines are consistently met.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Financial Accounting & Treasury Operations</h3><ul><li>Prepare and post journals including accruals, prepayments, fees, commissions, and treasury-related transactions.</li><li>Analyse processing fees, operating expenses, and supplier costs.</li><li>Support month-end and quarter-end close activities.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records within finance systems.</li><li>Process and monitor treasury settlements and related accounting entries.</li></ul><h3>Reconciliations & Controls</h3><ul><li>Prepare bank, balance sheet, and operational reconciliations.</li><li>Investigate and resolve discrepancies and outstanding items.</li><li>Perform financial controls in line with company policies and compliance requirements.</li><li>Review payment instructions and supporting documentation prior to release.</li><li>Ensure financial records remain accurate, complete, and audit-ready.</li></ul><h3>Claims & Investigations</h3><ul><li>Investigate ATM withdrawal and deposit claims in line with company procedures.</li><li>Process claim-related adjustments and payments.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation.</li><li>Escalate complex cases where required.</li></ul><h3>Reporting & Analysis</h3><ul><li>Produce management information and treasury reports.</li><li>Analyse financial and operational data to identify trends and variances.</li><li>Support audit requests and business reporting requirements.</li><li>Utilise reporting tools and dashboards to provide meaningful insights.</li></ul><h3>Continuous Improvement</h3><ul><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and efficiencies.</li><li>Support automation and system enhancement initiatives.</li><li>Maintain process documentation and assist with finance projects.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>Essential<ul><li>Part-qualified AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent, or relevant finance experience.</li><li>Strong understanding of journals, accruals, reconciliations, and financial controls.</li><li>Excellent Excel and Microsoft Office skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Salary of £30,000</li><li>Opportunity to develop treasury and financial accounting expertise</li><li>Exposure to financial analysis, controls, reporting, and process improvement projects</li><li>Supportive team environment with ongoing development opportunities</li><li>Excellent platform for progression within finance and treasury</li></ul>If you're looking for a role that combines finance, analysis, controls, and treasury operations, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion. </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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuMjIwMDAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-19T07:33:28Z

Elite R3 Systems Accountant

Cardiff, Cardiff
remote
Permanent
60000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Talent Solutions are currently working with an organisation in the legal sector for a permanent Financial Systems Accountant with deep domain expertise in Elite 3E Practice Management Solution to play a critical role in the Day 2 transformation of finance systems. The firm successfully implemented the PMS in the spring of 2024, have operated with the support of external consultants since Go-live, and are now in the steady state to optimise the platform.This new role will drive the optimisation of the platform, delivering efficiency in processes, facilitate the provision of real time insights and analytic reports to drive profitability and improve working capital. Reporting directly to the CFO with a dotted line to the IT Director, the role will be required to work collaboratively between functions to support the future growth of the firm. <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;">Be the finance subject matter expert on 3E and all other finance systems utilised by the firm.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Effect change. Champion the PMS and finance systems as the catalyst to solve the firms challenges and be the catalyst to transform the finance function to support the firm.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Create and own the finance process maps to drive continuous improvement, removing manual processes and embedding efficiency into BAU tasks.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Oversee the business intelligence design, improvements and production.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Project work to include the automation of management account production, reporting packs and dashboards.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Relentless pursuit to focus the firm on the key operating metrics, make information readily and easily available to drive improved decision-making.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Be the link between Finance, IT and external consultants.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Ensure system integrity and manage core financial data structures.</li></ul> You will be a qualified accountant with experience of implementing, running and optimising 3E PMS. Salary to £90,000. Remote working with occasional travel to CardiffRobert 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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjcwNDIxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-05T13:43:22Z

Management Accountant

Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
remote
Permanent
35000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking an Operational & Management Accountant to join a SME manufacturing organisation near Llanelli. The operational Management Accountant will be responsible for:Stock & Inventory Management (Integrated with Reporting)<ul><li>Valuation & Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations between the Inventory Sub-ledger and the General Ledger.</li><li>Margin Integrity: Investigate discrepancies between theoretical and actual margins, focusing on stock waste, scrap, and re-work costs.</li><li>Provisioning: Present monthly reports on stock to the Senior Management Team</li></ul> System and Process Improvements<ul><li>Reporting Automation: Transition manual monthly reporting into automated BI tools or ERP dashboards to reduce the month-end cycle time.</li><li>Data Integrity: Audit the flow of data from warehouse into the management accounts to ensure "one version of the truth."</li></ul>Monthly Management Reporting<ul><li>Month-End Close: Lead the month-end process for the manufacturing entity, ensuring all journals, accruals, and prepayments are posted accurately and on time.</li><li>Financial Reporting: Prepare the monthly Management Accounts pack, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements.</li><li>Variance Analysis: Provide high-level commentary on actual vs. budget performance, specifically highlighting gross margin fluctuations driven by production costs or inventory movements.</li><li>KPI Development: Define and track operational KPIs (e.g., Gross Margin by product line, Labour Recovery rates, and Stock Turnover).</li></ul>Budgeting & Forecasting<ul><li>Operational Budgeting: Partner with Production and Warehouse Managers to build annual budgets and quarterly rolling forecasts.</li><li>Cash Flow Management: Forecast inventory spend and lead times to ensure optimal working capital levels.</li></ul> Refined Skills & Qualifications<ul><li>Experience: Strong background in Operational Accounts within a manufacturing or recycling organisation.</li><li>Commercial Acumen: Ability to explain the "why" behind the numbers to the Department Heads.</li><li>Technical: Proficiency in advanced Excel for data visualization of monthly trends and a desire to improve and automate systems.</li></ul> On offer: Salary to £45,000 plus PHI and pensionRobert 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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjk1NTYyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-12T14:37:09Z

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