<p>Robert Half are recruiting for a founder-led, purpose-driven consumer brand based in Cornwall with a strong identity and loyal customer base. The business sells through a UK retail estate and a growing direct-to-consumer e-commerce channel, with increasing international reach. Values-led in the truest sense - this is a business people genuinely care about, based in a Cornwall, South West England location.</p><p><strong>INTERIM GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER</strong></p><p><strong>Day Rate:</strong> £350-£450pd</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cornwall</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 3-4 months</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cornwall - South West England - hybrid, 3-4 days on-site per week</p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> May 2026</p><p><strong>Reports to:</strong> Chief Financial Officer</p><p><strong>Start:</strong> Immediate</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the CFO, the interim Group Financial Controller will take full ownership of the group finance function - ensuring tight controls, accurate reporting and strong financial leadership for the duration of the engagement. You will need to integrate quickly, work with limited handover and deliver from day one.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Control & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Own the group month-end close and produce accurate, timely management accounts across all entities</li><li>Prepare consolidated group financial statements - P&L, balance sheet and cash flow</li><li>Deliver board reporting packs with clear commentary and variance analysis</li><li>Lead the year-end statutory accounts process and manage the external audit relationship</li></ul><p><strong>Cash & Treasury</strong></p><ul><li>Own cash flow forecasting and monitoring, including a rolling 13-week model</li><li>Manage working capital - AR/AP and stock oversight</li><li>Manage FX exposure across multi-currency trading channels</li></ul><p><strong>Commercial Finance</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with the CFO and senior leadership on commercial decision-making</li><li>Support budgeting and reforecasting with channel-level performance analysis</li></ul><p><strong>Controls & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure all statutory filings are submitted accurately and on time</li><li>Strengthen financial processes and controls where needed</li><li>Maintain compliance with UK GAAP / FRS 102</li></ul><p><strong>Team</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop the finance team day-to-day</li><li>Provide a stable, credible senior presence for the duration of the engagement</li></ul><p><strong>The Person</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified - ACA, ACCA or CIMA</li><li>Proven experience as a Group Financial Controller or equivalent senior finance role</li><li>Background in consumer, retail or branded goods</li><li>Multi-entity consolidation and group reporting experience</li><li>Able to operate hands-on, at pace, with limited handover</li><li>Strong UK GAAP / FRS 102 technical knowledge</li><li>Confident communicating with CFO and board-level stakeholders</li><li>Prior interim experience an advantage</li></ul><p><strong>To Apply</strong></p><p>The client name will be shared with suitable candidates following an initial conversation. Please submit your CV and a brief note on your experience and current availability. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.</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/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjI2NTQ1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><p>Robert half are delighted to be suppoting an established client for thier next FP&A Assistant </p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the FP&A Manager, you will be responsible for delivering high‑quality financial analysis, reporting and insight to support commercial decision‑making. You'll work closely with both retail and e‑commerce teams, providing clear, concise analysis that drives improved performance.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Report daily <strong>sales and margin performance</strong> across the business.</li><li>Assist in the preparation and production of <strong>weekly trading slides</strong>.</li><li>Produce <strong>store and e‑commerce budgets, forecasts and latest views</strong>, ensuring accuracy due to their impact on cash forecasting.</li><li>Produce and analyse <strong>Store P&Ls and KPIs</strong>.</li><li>Produce and analyse <strong>E‑commerce P&Ls and KPIs</strong>.</li><li>Produce <strong>monthly P&L Packs</strong> for senior management review.</li><li>Support the production of <strong>Quarterly Regional Review Packs</strong>.</li><li>Interpret financial and management information in a <strong>clear, insightful, and actionable</strong> manner.</li><li>Review, analyse, and assist in the sign‑off of <strong>month‑end retail and e‑commerce costs</strong>.</li></ul><br><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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuMzg2NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a permanent experienced Assistant Accountant for a permanent role on site in Newport.</p><p> </p><p>As an Assistant Management Accountant, you will be key in delivering high quality management accounting information and a robust control environment. You will be instrumental in ensuring the completeness and accuracy of the underlying financial transactions of the business and the delivery of weekly, monthly and year-end reporting processes.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities</p><p> </p><ul><li>Responsibility for Preparing accruals and prepayments for month end.</li><li>Accountable for Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Assisting in Control of Fixed Asset accounting.</li><li>Assisting in Stock accounting and analysis and preparation of monthly provision requirements.</li><li>Performance review and variance analysis, comparing with budget and last year, including interpretation and commentary, working with key stakeholders across the organisation.</li><li>Ownership of accurate trade debtors and trade creditors reporting.</li><li>Assist in the year end Statutory audit process.</li><li>Assisting in the budget preparation process.</li><li>Supporting Purchase ledger - ensuring all manual and 3-way match GRN invoices are processed in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with finance policies and procedures.</li><li>Assisting in the preparation of BACS payment runs for all UK and overseas suppliers.</li><li>Ensuring all remittances are sent to suppliers.</li><li>Posting and allocating all payments to the AP ledger daily.</li><li>Processing and posting customer sales invoices daily.</li><li>Ensuring customer receipts are accurately allocated to sales invoices.</li><li>Bank entry posting and daily reconciliation.</li><li>Supporting other areas of the finance team as required.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Qualifications, Experience, Technical Skills & Knowledge</p><p> </p><p>Minimum AAT Finalist</p><p>Minimum of 2 years' experience in a finance function.</p><p> </p><p>On offer: salary to £35,000 plus study support </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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjgzNDc0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="149" data-end="507">Robert Half are working with a client sitting within the Utilities industry working in a highly regulated environment, and is seeking a proactive and experienced Incident and Problem Manager to join its IT Service Delivery function. This role is responsible for governing and executing incident and problem management processes, ensuring they are consistently applied, monitored, and aligned with organisational objectives.</p><p data-end="862" data-start="509">You will drive service stability and continuous improvement by ensuring incidents are effectively managed, root causes are identified promptly, and corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrence. The role also includes leading a team of internal staff and external service providers, fostering a high-performance and collaborative environment.</p><p data-start="509" data-end="862"> </p><h3 data-end="169" data-section-id="cr3u3g" data-start="129"><strong data-end="167" data-start="133">Governance & SLA Management</strong></h3><p data-start="170" data-end="410">Own and oversee partner adherence to incident and problem management SLAs, acting as the client authority on Root Cause Analysis (RCA) quality and ensuring corrective actions are effective, timely, and aligned with contractual expectations.</p><h3 data-section-id="9s5edi" data-end="455" data-start="412"><strong data-end="453" data-start="416">Incident Management Leadership</strong></h3><p data-end="629" data-start="456">Ensure incidents are managed efficiently and in line with best practices, driving rapid resolution, minimizing service disruption, and maintaining high service availability.</p><h3 data-start="631" data-section-id="wz17as" data-end="686"><strong data-start="635" data-end="684">Problem Management & Root Cause Excellence</strong></h3><p data-start="687" data-end="859">Lead robust problem management practices, ensuring high-quality RCAs, accurate root cause identification, and implementation of sustainable solutions to prevent recurrence.</p><h3 data-start="861" data-end="913" data-section-id="8ju43f"><strong data-start="865" data-end="911">Vendor & Partner Performance Management</strong></h3><p data-end="1093" data-start="914">Drive vendor accountability through regular service reviews, evaluating SLA performance, RCA quality, and continuous improvement opportunities to enhance overall service delivery.</p><h3 data-section-id="puuog2" data-end="1153" data-start="1095"><strong data-end="1151" data-start="1099">Continuous Improvement & Service Optimization</strong></h3><p data-end="1325" data-start="1154">Identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities, leading initiatives that enhance incident prevention, streamline processes, and elevate service management maturity.</p><h3 data-section-id="64tba7" data-end="1380" data-start="1327"><strong data-start="1331" data-end="1378">Team Leadership & Capability Development</strong></h3><p data-end="1543" data-start="1381">Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing incident and problem management team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.</p><h3 data-section-id="1f6av6t" data-end="1605" data-start="1545"><strong data-start="1549" data-end="1603">Stakeholder Collaboration & Service Integration</strong></h3><p data-end="1778" data-start="1606">Work closely with Service Delivery Managers, IT teams, and partners to integrate insights from incidents and problems into broader service strategies and improvement plans. Excellent management upwards and downwards.</p><h3 data-start="1780" data-section-id="1fx33tp" data-end="1837"><strong data-end="1835" data-start="1784">Reporting, Communication & Tooling Expertise</strong></h3><p data-start="1838" data-end="2024">Deliver clear, data-driven reporting and insights to IT leadership, leveraging tools such as ServiceNow, and communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</p><h3 data-start="2134" data-end="2166" data-section-id="1lerpjn"> </h3><h3 data-start="78" data-end="119" data-section-id="d5l8tf"><strong data-start="82" data-end="117">Qualifications & Accreditations</strong></h3><ul data-end="795" data-start="120"><li data-start="120" data-end="246" data-section-id="1y9xgsk">Proven experience in a management role within IT service delivery, with a strong focus on incident and problem management.</li><li data-section-id="1r5so0k" data-end="371" data-start="247">Solid practical knowledge of ITIL frameworks, particularly across incident, problem, and service management disciplines.</li><li data-start="372" data-section-id="1rr6llk" data-end="474">Demonstrated expertise in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implementing effective corrective actions.</li><li data-start="475" data-section-id="5iqqcn" data-end="570">Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.</li><li data-start="571" data-section-id="amlqec" data-end="694">Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li><li data-section-id="1ax2jyb" data-end="795" data-start="695">Experience driving process optimisation and improving incident and problem management workflows.</li><li data-start="695" data-section-id="1ax2jyb" data-end="795">ITIL 4 Practitioner</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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby45ODg3NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
