<p><strong>Commercial Finance Analyst</strong></p><p><strong>Barnsley | £35,000-£40,000 | Hybrid</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Commercial Finance Analyst to join a growing Yorkshire business as they continue to invest in their finance and commercial functions.</p><p>Working closely with the Head of Commercial Finance, this role will suit a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working with data, partnering with stakeholders and helping the business understand the story behind the numbers.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to develop their commercial finance experience within a fast-paced and evolving organisation.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Analyse commercial and operational data to provide meaningful business insights</li><li>Produce regular reporting, KPI analysis and performance dashboards</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting activities</li><li>Partner with stakeholders across the business to explain financial performance and trends</li><li>Assist with profitability and margin analysis</li><li>Support month-end close activities and management accounting processes</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve reporting, analysis and decision-making</li><li>Support ad hoc finance and commercial projects</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Candidate</strong></p><p>The successful candidate will ideally:</p><ul><li>Be studying towards ACCA or CIMA qualification</li><li>Have experience within a Finance Analyst, Commercial Finance Analyst, Assistant Management Accountant or Management Accountant role</li><li>Possess strong Excel and analytical skills</li><li>Be confident communicating with both finance and non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Enjoy working with data and turning information into actionable insights</li><li>Demonstrate strong commercial awareness and a proactive approach</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£35,000-£40,000 salary</li><li>Study Support</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership</li><li>Genuine opportunity to develop commercial finance and business partnering 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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjAyMTExLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>FINANCIAL CONTROLLER | BIRMINGHAM</strong></p><p><strong>£75,000 - £105,000 + benefits</strong></p><p><strong>This is not a business-as-usual Financial Controller appointment.</strong></p><p>We are looking for an exceptional Financial Controller with a proven track record in manufacturing to play a pivotal role in a business undergoing significant transformation and growth.</p><p>This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical finance function, work shoulder-to-shoulder with the senior leadership team and help shape the next chapter of an international manufacturing business.</p><p>The business has ambitious plans. A significant turnaround is underway, growth is accelerating and a major international ERP implementation is on the horizon. The finance function will be central to making it happen.</p><p><strong>The challenge</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop an established finance team, bringing strong leadership, direction and accountability.</li><li>Own the financial reporting agenda, ensuring robust controls, accuracy and technical excellence.</li><li>Work closely with senior leadership, providing the financial insight and challenge needed to drive business performance.</li><li>Navigate the complexities of SOX controls and US GAAP reporting.</li><li>Play a key role in a major international ERP implementation.</li><li>Strengthen financial processes, reporting infrastructure and governance as the business continues to evolve.</li></ul><p><strong>Who we want to hear from</strong></p><p>This is a non-negotiable manufacturing requirement. You will be an established Financial Controller with substantial experience operating within a manufacturing environment.</p><p>Ideally, you will bring:</p><ul><li>Around five years' Financial Controller experience within manufacturing.</li><li>Exceptional financial reporting and technical accounting capability.</li><li>A proven track record of leading, developing and managing finance teams.</li><li>Experience of SOX and US GAAP.</li><li>The credibility and commercial awareness to influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>The resilience and ambition to operate in a business going through significant change.</li></ul><p><strong>Why consider this?</strong></p><p>Because the opportunity to make a genuine difference at this level doesn't come along every day.</p><p>You will have the platform, the senior leadership exposure and the scale of transformation to leave a meaningful mark on the finance function and the wider business.</p><p>If you are an experienced manufacturing Financial Controller who wants more than another reporting role, this deserves a conversation.</p><p><strong>Birmingham | £75,000 - £105,000</strong></p><p>For a confidential discussion, contact Emma Llewellyn, Director - Qualified Finance & Accounting, Robert Half.</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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uNTcwMTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1> </h1><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join an <strong>employee-focused SME business</strong>, forming part of an international group. This role is based in South Birmingham</p><p>Based within the UK entity, you will take <strong>full ownership of the UK finance function</strong>, reporting directly to the <strong>Managing Director</strong> and working closely with the wider international Group.</p><p>This is a broad and commercially focused role, with responsibility for the full finance function, financial strategy, reporting, controls, cash flow and team leadership. You will provide financial insight to the MD and senior management team, while also supporting wider business decision-making.</p><p>Alongside finance, the role will have responsibility for areas including <strong>payroll, HR support and quality management processes</strong>, making this an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional looking for genuine ownership and influence within an SME environment.</p><h3>Financial Leadership & Strategy</h3><ul><li>Take <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">full ownership of the UK finance function</strong>, ensuring the effective delivery of all financial activities.</li><li>Report directly to the <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">Managing Director</strong>, providing clear financial insight and commercial advice.</li><li>Develop and implement the financial strategy in line with UK business objectives and wider Group requirements.</li><li>Prepare and deliver <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">quarterly financial reporting to the international Group</strong>.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning processes.</li><li>Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency and cost management.</li></ul><h3>Financial Reporting & Compliance</h3><ul><li>Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Produce financial statements and support the annual audit process.</li><li>Oversee statutory reporting, tax requirements and financial compliance.</li><li>Manage the preparation and submission of corporate tax returns and other financial filings.</li><li>Ensure the UK entity complies with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.</li><li>Liaise directly with HMRC, auditors, banking partners and other external stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Cash Flow & Working Capital</h3><ul><li>Take overall responsibility for UK cash flow management.</li><li>Monitor working capital and liquidity.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve cash flow and minimise financial risk.</li><li>Oversee supplier payments and financial authorisation processes.</li></ul><h3>Group Reporting</h3><ul><li>Act as the key finance contact for the UK entity in relation to Group reporting.</li><li>Prepare and submit quarterly financial information to Group within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Ensure UK financial information is accurate, complete and aligned with Group requirements.</li><li>Work collaboratively with international finance colleagues and senior stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Team Leadership</h3><ul><li>Lead, manage and develop the finance and accounts team.</li><li>Oversee the day-to-day activities of the accounts and administration function.</li><li>Support recruitment, training and development within the team.</li><li>Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability.</li></ul><h3>Business Partnering</h3><ul><li>Work closely with the MD and senior management team to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Provide financial insight across different areas of the business.</li><li>Monitor performance against budgets and agreed targets.</li><li>Provide recommendations around investment and business decisions.</li></ul><h3>Additional Responsibilities</h3><p>The role will also provide support across a number of wider business functions, including:</p><ul><li>HR and payroll oversight.</li><li>Supporting ISO 9001-related processes and continuous improvement.</li><li>Working with operational teams to collect and analyse business data.</li></ul><p><strong>Personal profile</strong></p><ul><li><strong style="font-size: 8pt;">CIMA, ACA or an equivalent accounting qualification.</strong></li><li>Strong experience preparing management accounts and financial statements.</li><li>Previous experience leading or managing a finance team.</li><li>Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial procedures.</li><li>Experience dealing with external auditors, HMRC and banking providers.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and business partnering skills</li></ul><p>Salary - Up to £80k, plus bonus and fantastic 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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmJlYXR0aWUuNzQxNTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h3> </h3><p></p>Robert Half are recruiting a Group IT GRC Lead on behalf of a Group organisation. Reporting into the Group ISO, you will lead cyber governance, risk and compliance initiatives, supporting the development of security frameworks, managing cyber risk and ensuring compliance across multiple business units<br> <br>The right person for this role will be pragmatic, logical and methodical in thinking. Having the confidence to report up to board and disseminate information to the various business units is essential. <br><br /><p> </p><br><br>Essential Requirements<br><br><ul><li>Strong knowledge of NIST CSF, CIS Controls and ISO 27001</li><li>Ownership of GRC and Cyber best practices</li><li>Experience conducting risk assessments, audits and compliance reviews</li><li>Ability to develop security policies, standards and governance processes</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including reporting to senior leadership</li><li>Understanding of vulnerability management and security controls</li></ul><br><br>Desirable Requirements<br><br><ul><li>Experience with GRC platforms</li><li>Exposure to supplier assurance and ISO 27001 certification audits</li><li>Understanding of cloud security, particularly Microsoft 365 and Azure</li><li>Relevant certifications such as<strong> </strong>Security+, CISA, CRISC, CISSP or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer</li></ul><p><strong>Please note:</strong></p><p><strong>Sponsorship is not available for this position<br /></strong></p><p><strong>This role offers a Hybrid working pattern</strong></p><br><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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby4xNTEzMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with an accountancy practice to recruit a Graduate Trainee Accountant to join its team in South Manchester.</p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate looking to build a career in accountancy, with structured training, study support and hands-on experience towards achieving the ACCA qualification.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting the preparation of accounts for a varied portfolio of small and medium-sized businesses.</li><li>Assisting with bookkeeping and VAT return preparation.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of personal and company tax returns.</li><li>Helping clients transition to and work with digital accounting systems.</li><li>Developing knowledge across a broad range of accounting and tax activities.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>A degree at 2:1 level or above in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics or a related discipline.</li><li>A genuine interest in pursuing a career in accountancy.</li><li>Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills.</li><li>Good communication skills and a willingness to learn.</li><li>A proactive approach with good attention to detail.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>£25,000 salary.</li><li>Full study support towards the ACCA qualification.</li><li>Paid study leave.</li><li>Structured training, professional development and on-the-job coaching.</li><li>Four-year training programme.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Working arrangements:</strong></p><ul><li>Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.</li><li>Fully office-based.</li><li>South Manchester location</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMTc4ODQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Internal Audit Manager - IT | Major Infrastructure & Energy | Manchester (Hybrid Working) | £76,000-£86,000 + Bonus + Benefits | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a leading UK infrastructure and energy organisation with a diverse and evolving operational landscape.</p><p> </p><p>As the business continues to evolve, its Internal Audit function is growing, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced Internal Audit Manager - IT to join a high-impact team and help strengthen technology governance, risk management and internal controls.</p><p> </p><p>This is a hands-on management role where you'll lead multiple audit engagements across IT governance, cyber security, digital transformation and technology risk. You'll oversee audit quality, manage and develop audit professionals, and work closely with senior stakeholders to provide clear, evidence-based insight that supports decision-making and strengthens the control environment.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>As Internal Audit Manager - IT, you'll take ownership of technology-focused audit engagements from planning through to reporting and action tracking, ensuring work is delivered to a consistently high standard.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>You'll oversee multiple audits, review findings and recommendations, and act as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders. Alongside managing and developing the Senior Internal Auditor, you'll work with co-sourced providers and contribute to the ongoing development of the risk-based Internal Audit Plan.</p><p> </p><p>This is an opportunity for an established IT Audit professional who combines strong technical expertise with people management, quality assurance and the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p>Day-to-day, you'll:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Lead multiple IT audit engagements, from risk assessment and planning through to fieldwork, reporting and action tracking.</li><li>Oversee audits covering IT governance, cyber security, cloud services, IT operations, data management and digital transformation.</li><li>Review audit scopes, testing strategies, evidence, findings and reports, ensuring recommendations are practical and evidence-based.</li><li>Manage, coach and develop audit professionals, including workload allocation, performance management and development planning.</li><li>Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and communicate audit findings clearly to management.</li><li>Monitor emerging technology risks, cyber threats and regulatory developments to inform audit planning.</li><li>Contribute to the risk-based Internal Audit Plan and collaborate with co-sourced providers and other assurance teams.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>At least 7 years of relevant experience leading IT internal audit engagements.</li><li>Significant IT Internal Audit experience gained within a large, complex or regulated organisation, or a Big Four professional services environment.</li><li>Experience across both IT Audit and broader Internal Audit.</li><li>Proven experience managing multiple audits simultaneously, from planning through to reporting and action follow-up.</li><li>Essential line management experience, including coaching, developing and overseeing audit professionals.</li><li>Experience reviewing and signing off audit work, challenging findings and maintaining high-quality reporting standards.</li><li>Strong knowledge of IT General Controls, cyber security, technology risk and governance frameworks.</li><li>Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001 or equivalent technology risk frameworks.</li><li>A relevant professional qualification, such as CISA, CIA, ACA, ACCA, CPA or CA.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£76,000-£86,000 base salary, depending on experience.</li><li>Up to 10% annual bonus.</li><li>Hybrid working- 2-3 days per week in the office.</li><li>28 days' annual leave, increasing to 30 days after five years, plus bank holidays.</li><li>Option to purchase additional annual leave.</li><li>Pension scheme with up to 7.5% employee contribution and 15% employer contribution.</li><li>Private healthcare and additional health, financial wellbeing and lifestyle benefits.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is an opportunity to step into a management role where you can shape audit delivery, influence senior stakeholders and play a meaningful part in strengthening technology risk and governance.</p><p> </p><p>You'll combine hands-on audit leadership with people management and quality assurance, overseeing multiple engagements while helping develop the wider Internal Audit function.</p><p> </p><p>For an established IT Audit Manager looking to take ownership of a broader audit programme, work across complex technology risks and develop their leadership experience, this is an excellent next step.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuODcyODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Financial Controller | Northwich | Paying £70k - £80k | 3 days home / 2 days office </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><br />Robert Half is working exclusively with a well-established, international organisation to recruit a Financial Controller for its Northwich-based operation.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an important leadership position, taking responsibility for the finance function and acting as the lead finance contact for the business. Reporting into the wider group finance structure, you will oversee financial reporting, controls and compliance, while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business to support operational and commercial performance.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will lead an established onsite finance team of three, ensuring the delivery of accurate financial information, robust financial controls and an effective month-end process.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Take ownership of the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting.</li><li>Lead the month-end close process, overseeing the production and review of management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, P&L and cash flow reporting.</li><li>Maintain compliance with US GAAP, UK GAAP, internal group policies and SOX control requirements.</li><li>Oversee statutory audit processes, managing relationships with external auditors and tax advisers.</li><li>Prepare and oversee quarterly VAT and corporation tax computations and submissions to HMRC.</li><li>Work closely with FP&A, Operations, Sales and the Senior Leadership Team, providing financial support and ensuring strong communication across the business.</li><li>Lead, manage and develop the onsite finance team, providing direction, support and oversight to three direct reports.</li><li>Maintain and strengthen financial processes, controls and reporting standards, ensuring the finance function operates effectively within the wider group.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>The Person</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Previous experience operating at Financial Controller or senior Finance Manager level, with responsibility for financial reporting and control.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge, ideally with exposure to both UK and US GAAP.</li><li>Experience working within a group environment, with an understanding of internal controls and SOX compliance.</li><li>Confident overseeing month-end, balance sheet integrity, audit and statutory reporting.</li><li>Previous experience managing and developing a finance team.</li><li>Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and building relationships across operational and commercial functions.</li><li>Hands-on, organised and proactive, with the ability to take ownership of the finance function.</li></ul><p>This is an opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take a lead role within an established business, combining financial control, team leadership and exposure to a wider international group.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi41NTM5Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Title: </strong>Senior Head of Finance</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Birmingham</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive + Benefits</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half are a retained search partner for a market leading, UK-based professional services organisation seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Head of Finance</strong> to lead a significant finance function supporting a diverse portfolio of clients and business operations.</p><p>This is a highly visible leadership position, responsible for driving financial performance, governance, reporting excellence, service delivery, and continuous improvement across a complex and growing operation. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in shaping strategy, commercial outcomes, and ensuring best-in-class financial processes and controls.</p><p>The role offers an opportunity to lead an established team while driving transformation, process optimisation, and service excellence in a client-focused environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the overall finance strategy, operating model, and service delivery framework.</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to support business growth and operational performance.</li><li>Build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Support commercial initiatives, business development activity, and client presentations.</li><li>Act as the senior point of escalation for complex financial matters.</li></ul><p><strong>Control & Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure robust financial governance, controls, and risk management processes are maintained.</li><li>Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, professional standards, and internal policies.</li><li>Manage internal and external audit relationships.</li><li>Monitor and mitigate financial and operational risks.</li><li>Deliver high-quality governance reporting to senior leadership.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Commercial </strong></p><ul><li>Drive the production of accurate, timely, and commercially focused management information.</li><li>Develop meaningful financial reporting, KPIs, and performance dashboards.</li><li>Support strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis.</li><li>Translate complex financial information for both financial and non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership </strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a sizeable finance team.</li><li>Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support succession planning, talent development, and professional qualifications.</li><li>Ensure appropriate resource planning and organisational capability to support future growth.</li></ul><p><strong>Transformation</strong></p><ul><li>Champion finance transformation initiatives and operational improvements.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls, and enhance efficiency.</li><li>Drive the adoption of technology, automation, and data-driven decision making.</li><li>Lead change programmes that improve service delivery and commercial performance.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are seeking a commercially minded finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with exceptional stakeholder management and leadership capability.</p><p>You will ideally possess:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification.</li><li>Significant senior finance leadership experience within a complex environment.</li><li>Proven experience leading large finance teams through growth and change.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, risk management, and compliance.</li><li>Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders both internally and externally.</li><li>A track record of delivering operational improvement, transformation, and process optimisation initiatives.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>A critical leadership role within a growing and ambitious organisation.</li><li>Significant exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Opportunity to shape the future direction of a large finance function.</li><li>Strong career progression potential.</li><li>Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuMzgxNzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>Robert Half is looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant </strong>to play a key role in driving business growth and delivering outstanding results for clients and candidates alike.</p><p>If you're an experienced recruiter looking to take the next step in your career, this is your chance to move into a strategic, high-impact role with genuine autonomy and clear progression - all within a market-leading business.</p><p>In return, you'll be part of a passionate and vibrant team, supported by industry-leading training, cutting-edge technology, and a rewarding package of benefits.</p><p><strong>Meet your future career at Robert Half,</strong> the global leader in talent solutions.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the role</strong> </p><ul><li><p>As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you'll manage end-to-end recruitment processes across permanent and contract roles within your specialist market, delivering tailored talent solutions to meet client needs.</p></li><li><p>You'll build and nurture consultative relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor and market expert.</p></li><li><p>You'll drive business development by identifying new opportunities, expanding market presence, and contributing to the growth of your desk through strategic client engagement.</p></li><li><p>On the candidate side, you'll proactively source, assess, and engage top-tier talent - ensuring an exceptional experience from first contact through to successful placement and beyond.</p></li><li><p>You'll stay ahead of market trends and competitor activity, using insights to inform recruitment strategy and deliver value to clients and candidates alike.</p></li><li><p>As a key member of the team, you'll contribute to a collaborative culture - mentoring junior consultants, sharing best practices, and supporting collective success.</p></li><li><p>This role offers the opportunity to build long-term relationships, deliver expert consulting, and make a meaningful impact on careers and businesses.</p></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your skills and experience</strong> </p><ul><li><p>You have 3+ years of 360° recruitment experience, ideally within [insert sector - e.g., finance, legal, technology], with a strong track record of delivering high-quality placements across permanent and/or contract roles.</p></li><li><p>You bring a proven history of business development success, combining strong client and candidate management skills with a consistent billing performance.</p></li><li><p>You demonstrate commercial acumen and approach business development with confidence, identifying and capitalising on new opportunities.</p></li><li><p>You take a proactive, self-driven approach to your work and show clear potential for leadership and progression.</p></li><li><p>You have excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills that enable you to build lasting professional relationships.</p></li><li><p>You operate with a consultative mindset and a strong focus on delivering value to clients - always putting their needs first.</p></li><li><p>You are highly motivated, professional, and results-oriented, with a passion for exceeding targets and expectations.</p></li><li><p>You thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment where goals are clear and ambition is rewarded.</p></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What we offer</strong> <br />When you join us, we will invest in your financial and personal wellbeing with benefits that work for you. Our package includes: </p><ul><li><p>Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package</p></li><li><p>Transparent quarterly performance-based bonuses</p></li><li><p>Well-being initiatives designed to support your mental, physical and financial health</p></li><li><p>Industry-leading training and continuous professional development</p></li><li><p>Access to the latest technology and tools to help you succeed</p></li><li><p>Recognition programmes celebrating both individual and team achievements</p></li><li><p>National and international career mobility opportunities</p></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Meet your future with a business that changes futures</strong> <br />At Robert Half, we change lives and create incredible career journeys through work with meaning, and work with impact. we meet the demands of a changing world and changing work, with foresight, empathy, and energy.</p><p>If you have the skills to connect exceptional talent with exciting opportunities, meet your future as a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Robert Half. </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 equal opportunity and diversity. 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.co.uk/legal-information/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZWxzLmd1bGRpeC43MDQ4Ny4xMDkyM0Byb2JlcnRoYWxmaW50bC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a large, regulated business to recruit for an Information Disclosure Coordinator.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> London, Manchester or East Anglia<br /> <strong>Working pattern:</strong> Hybrid, minimum two days per week in the office, with occasional travel<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Permanent, full time <br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £56,500-£60,000 + bonus and benefits</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Are you experienced in GDPR, compliance, information governance or managing confidential documentation?</p><p>An opportunity has arisen for an organised and proactive Information Disclosure Coordinator to join a growing regulatory team.</p><p>The hiring manager is open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, particularly those who have experience handling sensitive information, working with regulated documents, managing SLAs or ensuring processes meet compliance requirements.</p><p>You do not need previous experience within information disclosure, the nuclear sector or managing a Virtual Data Room. Relevant transferable experience will be considered.</p><p>The successful candidate will take ownership of coordinating information requests across the business, ensuring information is handled securely and accurately, and maintaining effective processes in a complex stakeholder environment.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys bringing structure to processes, working with multiple stakeholders and taking responsibility for ensuring important information is managed appropriately.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate information requests across the business, working with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Oversee the day-to-day management and quality assurance of a Virtual Data Room.</li><li>Ensure information is reviewed and approved in line with relevant regulatory, contractual and confidentiality requirements.</li><li>Maintain accurate procedures, process documentation and trackers.</li><li>Monitor compliance with established processes and provide assurance where required.</li><li>Coordinate activity across different workstreams, ensuring actions are progressed and deadlines are met.</li><li>Build effective working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and ensure information is managed efficiently.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in GDPR, data protection, compliance, information governance, information disclosure or a related field.</li><li>Experience handling confidential information, regulated documentation, information requests or processes involving SLAs.</li><li>Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>High attention to detail and the ability to manage information accurately.</li><li>Ability to understand processes end to end and identify what needs to happen next.</li><li>Confidence working autonomously, taking initiative and managing competing priorities.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Bonus of up to 5%.</li><li>28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.</li><li>Option to purchase additional annual leave.</li><li>Employer pension contribution of up to 15%.</li><li>Access to a benefits platform, including discounted gym memberships, an electric vehicle scheme and private medical insurance.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMzU2MzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Head of Data Product</strong> to lead the development of data-driven products, commercial insight and predictive analytics that help organisations make better-informed decisions, improve service performance and unlock growth opportunities.</p><p>This is a permanent role, paying up to £90,000 with 15% bonus and car allowance/EV. Our client, based in Birmingham offers hybrid working (2-3 days a week in office with occasional travel to client sites) </p><p>This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone who combines strong data product leadership with commercial acumen and the ability to translate complex information into meaningful, actionable intelligence.</p><p>You will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for developing innovative client and contract intelligence solutions, including reporting products, dashboards, insight packs and AI-powered capabilities. Your work will help drive client retention, identify opportunities for revenue and margin improvement, support business development and enable better operational decision-making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Data Product Strategy & Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Define and own the vision, strategy and roadmap for client and contract intelligence products.</li><li>Lead product discovery, engaging with clients and internal stakeholders to understand business challenges and translate them into effective data solutions.</li><li>Prioritise product development, manage backlogs and oversee delivery from initial concept through to launch and adoption.</li><li>Balance the development of scalable, reusable products with specific client and commercial requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Commercial Intelligence & Analytics</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and deliver high-quality dashboards, reporting solutions, insight packs and analytical products to support client decision-making.</li><li>Drive the use of predictive analytics, AI and natural-language AI agents to generate actionable intelligence and next-best-action recommendations.</li><li>Bring together data across Procurement, Sales, HR and Finance to identify trends, performance opportunities and potential improvements in revenue and profitability.</li><li>Develop intelligence that supports client retention, business growth, and service performance.</li><li>Oversee the delivery of client-facing ESG reporting, drawing on relevant people and procurement data to meet client requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>You will be an established data, analytics or intelligence leader with experience taking data products from initial discovery through to successful delivery and adoption.</p><p>You will ideally bring:</p><ul><li>Proven experience leading data, analytics or intelligence products, including ownership of product strategy, roadmaps and delivery priorities.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of client, contract and service-performance environments.</li><li>Experience developing scalable reporting products, dashboards and actionable business intelligence.</li><li>An understanding of predictive analytics, AI and emerging AI-driven capabilities, with the ability to identify how these can deliver tangible business value.</li><li>Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and bringing together technical, analytical and business stakeholders.</li><li>The ability to translate complex data into clear commercial insights and practical recommendations.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to engage directly with senior business leaders and clients.</li><li>A sound understanding of data quality, governance, reporting definitions and the importance of responsible data sharing.</li><li>Make a measurable impact on client relationships, business growth and profitability.</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Paying up to £90,000 DOE </li><li>Bonus - up to 15% </li><li>Car allowance or EV</li><li>27 days annual leave plus bank holidays </li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Hybrid working (2-3 days a week in Birmingham, with occasional travel to client sites) </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/Um94eS5MYXcuNDc4MzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a infrastructure business to recruit for a Head of Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation.</p><p>This is a newly created senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape and deliver the organisation's data, analytics and digital transformation strategy.</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £75,000 - £85,000</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Crewe, York, Leeds or Derby</p><p><strong>Working pattern:</strong> 2 days per week on site, with some travel to other locations</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You will lead the development of a modern, data-driven function, using data, analytics, automation, AI and digital technology to improve operational performance, decision-making and business efficiency.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Develop and deliver the organisation's data and digital transformation strategy.</li><li>Build strong data governance, reporting and analytics capabilities.</li><li>Establish reliable business data and improve data quality and accessibility.</li><li>Lead digital transformation, automation and technology-enabled change programmes.</li><li>Identify opportunities to use AI and emerging technologies to improve efficiency.</li><li>Develop dashboards, MI and insights to support senior decision-making.</li><li>Build and lead a high-performing data and digital team.</li><li>Manage budgets, business cases, suppliers and transformation benefits.</li><li>Work closely with senior stakeholders across technology, finance, operations and other functions.</li><li>Ensure appropriate governance, risk, data protection and information security standards are maintained.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced data, digital or transformation leader with:</p><ul><li>Significant leadership experience across data, analytics, digital transformation or technology.</li><li>A strong track record delivering large-scale transformation programmes.</li><li>Experience developing data strategies and governance frameworks.</li><li>Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and influencing senior stakeholders.</li><li>Strong knowledge of analytics, BI, automation, AI and emerging technologies.</li><li>Commercial awareness, with experience managing budgets and business cases.</li><li>Strong programme management, stakeholder engagement and change management skills.</li><li>A strategic and commercially minded approach, with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced data and transformation professional to take ownership of a newly created function and play a key role in shaping the organisation's future digital capability.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMDU4NDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Recruitment Consultant</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are hiring a Recruitment Consultant to join our Manchester City Centre team.</p><p>Are you ambitious, competitive, and looking to build a successful career in sales?</p><p>This is an opportunity to join one of the world's leading recruitment businesses, where you'll receive industry-leading training, clear career progression, and the opportunity to earn uncapped commission while working with some of the region's most recognised businesses.</p><p>Whether you're currently working in sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or are a recent graduate looking to start your career, we'll provide the tools, training, and support to help you succeed.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>As a Recruitment Consultant, you'll operate as a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates, building long-term relationships and delivering talent solutions to businesses across the region.</p><p>Combining sales, business development, and consultative recruitment, you'll manage the full recruitment lifecycle while developing your own market, client base, and personal brand.</p><p>You'll join our Finance & Accounting team, partnering with businesses to help them secure top talent while supporting finance professionals in taking the next step in their careers.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>As a Recruitment Consultant, you will:</p><ul><li>Develop new business opportunities and build relationships with prospective clients</li><li>Manage and grow a portfolio of client accounts</li><li>Identify, attract, and engage high-calibre finance professionals</li><li>Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline of candidates</li><li>Conduct candidate interviews and assess suitability for opportunities</li><li>Manage recruitment processes from initial brief through to successful placement</li><li>Negotiate offers and help clients secure the best talent in the market</li><li>Become a market expert, sharing insights on hiring trends, salaries, and candidate availability</li><li>Consistently work towards and exceed individual and team targets</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for individuals who are:</p><ul><li>Highly motivated and ambitious, with a strong desire to build a successful career</li><li>Resilient, competitive, and comfortable working towards targets</li><li>Commercially aware and interested in business and sales</li><li>Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and development</li><li>Strong communicators who can build relationships quickly</li><li>Confident engaging with a range of stakeholders and decision-makers</li><li>Results-driven with a genuine desire to win and succeed</li><li>Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Team players who enjoy collaborating with colleagues</li></ul><p>Previous experience in sales, customer service, hospitality, retail, business development, or another target-driven environment is advantageous but not essential.</p><p><strong>Why Join Robert Half?</strong></p><ul><li>Industry-leading training and development from day one</li><li>Clear, merit-based career progression</li><li>Structured development programmes and ongoing mentorship</li><li>High-performance, supportive team culture</li><li>Opportunity to work with some of the UK's leading businesses</li><li>Access to industry-leading technology and tools</li><li>National and international career opportunities across a global organisation</li><li>Individual and team recognition programmes that celebrate success</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£30,000 - £35,000 basic salary</li><li>Typical first-year earnings of £40,000+</li><li>Typical second-year earnings of £55,000+</li><li>Uncapped quarterly bonus scheme with transparent targets</li><li>Industry-leading training programmes and career development</li><li>Ongoing investment in technology to help you succeed</li><li>Individual and team incentives and rewards</li><li>Company-wide recognition programmes</li><li>Career mobility opportunities across the UK and internationally</li><li>Wellbeing initiatives and employee support programmes</li></ul><p><strong>Location</strong></p><p>Manchester City Centre</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjYwMzg1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy and fast-paced finance team on a 6-month contract.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned AP professional who is comfortable working with high volumes of invoices, multiple locations and competing priorities. You will play an important role in ensuring invoices are processed accurately and efficiently, supporting the wider finance function in a multi-site organisation.</p><h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Processing a high volume of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Matching invoices to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Managing invoice queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders</li><li>Ensuring invoices are correctly coded and authorised</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and investigating outstanding items</li><li>Supporting payment runs and ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time</li><li>Maintaining accurate AP records and supporting month-end activities</li><li>Managing a busy workload across multiple sites and prioritising effectively</li><li>Working closely with colleagues across finance and the wider business</li></ul><h3>About you</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable professional who can <strong>hit the ground running</strong> in a busy environment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Proven experience in an Accounts Payable role</li><li>Experience processing <strong>large volumes of invoices</strong></li><li>Experience working within a fast-paced, multi-site organisation</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy</li><li>Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines</li><li>Confidence dealing with supplier and internal queries</li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Good Excel skills and experience using finance/accounting systems</li><li>The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider finance team</li></ul><h3>What's on offer</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>6-month contract</li><li>Hybrid working pattern, with <strong>4 days office-based and 1 day on-site</strong></li><li>Opportunity to join a busy and established finance function</li><li>A varied role within a multi-site organisation</li><li>Immediate opportunity to make an impact within the AP team</li></ul><p><strong>If you're an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk who enjoys working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.</strong></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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuMDMwMTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><p>We're partnering a fast-growing, Lancashire-based, private equity-backed technology business is looking to appoint an experienced Group Financial Controller to join its senior finance team.</p><p>The business operates internationally across the UK and Europe and is going through an exciting period of growth, driven by organic expansion, technology investment and acquisition. </p><p>This is a senior, hands-on Group FC role, reporting directly to the Group CFO and offering genuine scope to influence how the finance function develops as the business continues to scale.</p><h2>The role</h2><p>You will take ownership of the Group's financial reporting, consolidation, controls and accounting operations across 12 legal entities in the UK and Europe.</p><p>Alongside ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Group's financial reporting, you will work closely with the CFO, senior leadership team, private equity investors, auditors, tax advisers and banking partners.</p><p>The role will suit someone who enjoys operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and who can bring structure, rigour and commercial thinking without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and financial reporting process across 12 entities</p></li><li><p>Preparing consolidated financial statements in accordance with FRS 102</p></li><li><p>Overseeing the year-end statutory accounts process and managing external audit relationships</p></li><li><p>Ensuring balance sheet integrity, including key reconciliations and intercompany accounting</p></li><li><p>Leading the month-end close process and ensuring appropriate Group adjustments and eliminations</p></li><li><p>Managing Group tax compliance, working with external advisers and local finance teams across multiple jurisdictions</p></li><li><p>Preparing quarterly covenant and investor reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing Group cash flow and treasury, including the weekly 13-week cash flow forecast</p></li><li><p>Supporting banking requirements and facility utilisation</p></li><li><p>Providing technical accounting advice across the Group, including accounting for hedging and financial derivatives</p></li><li><p>Supporting acquisitions, due diligence and post-acquisition integration</p></li><li><p>Working with the CFO and PE investors on Group reporting and wider finance matters</p></li><li><p>Strengthening financial controls, governance and processes as the business scales</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve automation, systems and reporting</p></li><li><p>Working with finance teams across the Group to improve consistency and financial discipline</p></li><li><p>Supporting wider finance projects and system implementations</p></li></ul><h2>What we're looking for</h2><p>We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with a practice background and strong technical accounting and Group reporting experience. </p><p>You will have:</p><ul><li><p>Post-qualified experience within a PE backed Group finance environment</p></li><li><p>Strong consolidation and statutory reporting experience</p></li><li><p>Experience working across multiple entities and/or international operations</p></li><li><p>A strong technical accounting grounding</p></li><li><p>Experience dealing with auditors, advisers, banks and senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Exposure to private equity, high-growth or acquisitive businesses would be highly advantageous</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels</p></li></ul><p>Most importantly, you will be hands-on, pragmatic and commercially minded. This is not a role for someone who wants to operate purely at a reporting distance - you'll be close to the detail, but also expected to understand the wider business and contribute to its growth.</p><h2>Why join?</h2><p>This is an opportunity to join a growing international technology business at an important stage of its journey.</p><p>You will work closely with an experienced CFO and private equity stakeholders, with the opportunity to help shape the Group's financial infrastructure as it continues to grow through international expansion and acquisition.</p><p>For someone looking for a genuine Group FC position with breadth, visibility and the opportunity to make an impact, this is an excellent time to join.</p><p>Hybrid working is offered.</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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjkxMjA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><p>We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead a busy purchase ledger function, ensuring efficient processing of supplier payments, strong financial controls, and exceptional stakeholder service. The successful candidate will drive process improvements, support operational efficiencies, and lead a high-performing team within a fast-paced environment.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead, develop, and manage the Accounts Payable team, ensuring high levels of performance, accuracy, and service delivery.</li><li>Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.</li><li>Manage regular supplier payment runs and maintain strong cash flow controls.</li><li>Ensure all purchasing and expenditure transactions comply with company policies, procedures, and financial controls.</li><li>Perform monthly ledger reconciliations and support the preparation of management accounts.</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Produce spend analysis and supplier reporting, providing meaningful commentary and recommendations to finance leadership.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements, cost-saving initiatives, and operational efficiencies across the finance function.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners.</li><li>Act as a key contact for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy of financial records.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial data and ensure robust controls are in place across the accounts payable function.</li><li>Support the ongoing development of finance systems and processes to enhance reporting and operational effectiveness.</li><li>Deliver a high standard of customer service, resolving queries efficiently and professionally.</li></ul><h3>Person Specification</h3><ul><li>Previous experience managing an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger team.</li><li>Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, controls, and reconciliations.</li><li>Experience working with ERP/finance systems and producing management information.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>Proven ability to drive process improvements and deliver operational efficiencies.</li><li>Strong attention to detail with a proactive and problem-solving approach.</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.</li></ul><br><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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4yMzQ5Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 20.0pt; color: black;">Contract IT Support Technician</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Role: M365 Support Technician</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Location: Huddersfield</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"><strong>Length: </strong>Initally 3 months</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Rate: Competitive daily rate</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Working Pattern: Full-time on site, 5 days per week (9:00am - 5:00pm)</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.0pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">We are currently looking for a proactive and customer-focused M365 Support Technician to join a dynamic IT team based in Huddersfield. This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic IT professional who enjoys problem-solving, supporting users, and working within a fast-paced technology environment.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 18.0pt; color: black;">Key Responsibilities & Skills</p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Provide first-line technical support across hardware, software, and user issues</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Diagnose and resolve incidents relating to Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, and basic networking</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Support users with HyperV, Intune.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Log, manage, and resolve tickets within agreed timescales</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Assist with user onboarding, account management, and general IT requests</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Work independently while collaborating effectively with the wider IT team</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">The successful candidate will be customer-focused, technically capable, and able to deliver excellent support in a busy environment.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.0pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Immediate start available - please apply as soon as possible if you are interested.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Aptos; font-size: 12.0pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 20.0pt; color: black;">Contract IT Support Technician</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/c2FtLmJvc2NvbGV5LjAzMzU5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Recruitment Consultant</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are hiring a Senior Recruitment Consultant to join our Manchester City Centre team.</p><p>Are you an experienced recruiter looking for the next step in your career?</p><p>Following a successful 2026 and ambitious growth plans for 2027, we're investing in our Manchester business and looking to attract high-calibre recruitment professionals who want to make a genuine impact.</p><p>This is an opportunity to join one of the world's leading recruitment businesses, working alongside experienced consultants and leaders in a high-performance, collaborative environment. You'll benefit from an established client base, a globally recognised brand, industry-leading technology, and uncapped earning potential.</p><p>Whether you're currently working in accountancy & finance recruitment or another specialist recruitment sector, we'd be interested in speaking with ambitious recruiters looking to accelerate their career.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you'll operate as a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates, delivering tailored talent solutions across the Yorkshire market.</p><p>You'll take ownership of business development, client management and candidate delivery activities, building your own market presence while helping drive the continued growth of our Manchester Finance & Accounting practice.</p><p>This role offers the opportunity to work with some of the region's most recognised businesses, from SMEs and private equity-backed organisations through to large corporates.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>As a Senior Recruitment Consultant, you will:</p><ul><li>Develop new business opportunities and build long-term relationships with senior decision-makers</li><li>Manage and grow an existing portfolio of client accounts</li><li>Generate and convert business development opportunities through calls, meetings, networking and referrals</li><li>Identify, attract and engage high-calibre finance professionals</li><li>Build and maintain a strong pipeline of candidates and vacancies</li><li>Conduct candidate interviews and assess suitability for opportunities</li><li>Manage recruitment assignments from initial briefing through to successful placement</li><li>Negotiate terms, fees and offers with confidence</li><li>Provide clients with market insights, salary benchmarking and hiring advice</li><li>Consistently achieve and exceed individual and team performance targets</li><li>Act as a brand ambassador for Robert Half in the local market</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for individuals who:</p><ul><li>Have previous experience in either a recruitment or Business Development role</li><li>Have a track record of achieving targets and delivering results</li><li>Enjoy business development and building new client relationships</li><li>Are commercially minded and motivated by success</li><li>Have strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills</li><li>Build credibility quickly with senior stakeholders and decision-makers</li><li>Are self-motivated, resilient and ambitious</li><li>Thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment</li><li>Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a high-performing team</li><li>Want to continue developing their career within a global recruitment business</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join Robert Half?</strong></p><ul><li>Global recruitment brand with an excellent market reputation</li><li>Established client relationships and strong market presence</li><li>Industry-leading recruitment technology and tools</li><li>Clear, merit-based career progression</li><li>High-performance, collaborative team culture</li><li>Ongoing learning and development programmes</li><li>National and international career opportunities</li><li>Strong leadership support and mentoring</li><li>Individual and team recognition programmes</li><li>Flexible and autonomous working environment</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li><strong>£35,000 - £45,000 basic salary</strong></li><li>Uncapped quarterly bonus scheme with transparent targets</li><li>Industry-leading training and development</li><li>Structured career progression opportunities</li><li>Individual and team incentives</li><li>Company-wide recognition programmes</li><li>Access to industry-leading technology and recruitment tools</li><li>Wellbeing initiatives and employee support programmes</li><li>Opportunities for career mobility across the UK and internationally</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location</strong></p><p>Manchester City Centre</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjE2MzMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller | Warrington | £55,000-£65,000 + bonus | On-site </strong></p><p>An opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a successful, profitable and growing founder-owned business based in Warrington.</p><p>Operating in a technology-led, consumer-focused market, the business has established a strong market position and continues to grow, with ambitious plans for the future. It offers the opportunity to join an entrepreneurial environment with an established operation, where finance plays an important role in supporting business performance and future growth.</p><p>This is a key appointment within a close-knit team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, work closely with senior leadership and make a tangible contribution to the continued development of the business.</p><h3>The role</h3><p>Reporting to the senior finance leadership team, the Financial Controller will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting and robust processes.</p><p>The role offers a varied blend of technical accounting, team leadership and commercial business partnering. You will lead a small finance team, remaining hands-on with the detail while providing the financial insight needed to support business performance and decision-making.</p><p>This would suit someone who enjoys working in a dynamic SME environment, where initiative, adaptability and a pragmatic approach are valued.</p><h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ul><li><p>Own the month-end close process, delivering accurate and timely management accounts.</p></li><li><p>Oversee the general ledger, journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</p></li><li><p>Maintain robust financial controls, accounting policies and reporting procedures.</p></li><li><p>Lead, support and develop a small finance team, including two Assistant Accountants.</p></li><li><p>Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial modelling.</p></li><li><p>Provide commercial analysis and insight to support business planning and strategic decisions.</p></li><li><p>Partner with senior stakeholders, communicating financial performance clearly and managing expectations.</p></li><li><p>Monitor results against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.</p></li><li><p>Oversee statutory reporting, audit requirements and compliance with relevant accounting standards.</p></li><li><p>Review and improve finance systems, processes and reporting to support the business as it grows.</p></li><li><p>Work closely with the leadership team to ensure finance supports operational performance and future growth.</p></li></ul><h3>About you</h3><p>You will be a technically strong and commercially minded finance professional who is comfortable rolling up your sleeves and getting involved in the detail.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>A recognised accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with at least two years' post-qualification experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong technical accounting skills and experience across financial control and reporting.</p></li><li><p>A solid grounding in month-end, balance sheet management and financial controls.</p></li><li><p>Experience of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial modelling.</p></li><li><p>The ability to lead and develop a small team while remaining hands-on.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems and financial data.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</p></li><li><p>A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to challenge constructively and improve processes.</p></li></ul><p>Experience in an SME, owner-managed or entrepreneurial business would be advantageous. Practice-trained candidates with the right commercial awareness and desire to move into a broad industry role will also be considered.</p><p>Most importantly, you will be adaptable, approachable and comfortable operating in a growing business where collaboration, accountability and initiative are key.</p><h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li><p>Salary of £55,000-£65,000, depending on experience.</p></li><li><p>Bonus scheme.</p></li><li><p>Holidays increasing with service.</p></li><li><p>Workplace pension.</p></li><li><p>Employee rewards and benefits through Perkbox.</p></li><li><p>On-site parking.</p></li><li><p>A close-knit, collaborative working environment.</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence business decisions.</p></li><li><p>A broad, influential role with the opportunity to shape processes, develop the finance function and support the next stage of business growth.</p></li></ul><h3>Location</h3><p>Warrington - this is an office-based position, suited to someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative team and working closely with the wider business.</p><p>If you're looking for a Financial Controller role where you can combine technical expertise with commercial involvement and have a genuine impact on a successful, growing business, we'd welcome a conversation.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4xNDIzOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half have partnered to support a search with an exciting group-level opportunity.</p><p>The Email Security & Mimecast Lead will have primary responsibility for the technical ownership, administration and optimisation of the Mimecast email security platform across the holdings company and its subsidiary businesses. The role will act as the Group subject-matter expert for email security, support cyber security awareness and threat training, and liaise closely with the external SOC/MDR provider in the monitoring, investigation and response to security incidents</p><p></p><h3>Essential Experience</h3><p>Candidates should have:</p><ul><li>Strong hands-on administration experience with Mimecast Email Security.</li><li>Experience configuring enterprise email-security policies.</li><li>Good understanding of email routing and mail flow.</li><li>Practical knowledge of DNS and email authentication technologies including SPF, DKIM and DMARC.</li><li>Experience investigating phishing, spoofing and BEC incidents.</li><li>Understanding of identity, authentication and privileged-access principles.</li><li>Experience supporting security incidents.</li><li>Ability to analyse security information and explain findings clearly to IT teams and management.</li></ul><p>The role requires someone who has the confidence and gravitas to operate at Group level and be the subject matter expert.</p><br><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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby4xNzYxOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Senior Marketing Manager</p><p>Salary: £55,000 - £60,000<br /> Location: Cheshire<br /> <br /> </p><p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Senior Marketing Manager to join a long-established, growing and entrepreneurial business based in Cheshire.</p><p>The business operates in a fast-moving, highly commercial environment where effective marketing directly influences audience numbers, ticket sales and the success of the strategic plan.</p><p>This is a newly created, senior role offering the successful candidate the opportunity to take ownership of the overall marketing strategy, lead a small team and work closely with the Commercial Director. </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>The Senior Marketing Manager will be responsible for bringing together the business's existing marketing channels and creating a clear, commercially focused strategy across its portfolio of shows.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Developing and delivering the overall marketing strategy</li><li>Driving audience growth, customer acquisition and ticket sales</li><li>Creating tailored marketing plans for different shows, venues, locations and customer demographics</li><li>Leading, supporting and developing a marketing team of four</li><li>Bringing greater structure and coordination to activity currently managed across different channels</li><li>Overseeing CRM, paid digital, social media, SEO, content, outdoor advertising and brand activity</li><li>Managing and challenging external agencies to ensure strong performance and value</li><li>Using customer data, market insight and campaign analysis to guide decision-making</li><li>Monitoring ROI, ROAS, ticket sales and campaign performance</li><li>Managing and optimising the annual marketing budget</li><li>Working closely with operational, finance, commercial and production teams</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal candidate profile</strong></p><p>The successful candidate is likely to be an experienced Marketing Manager or Senior Marketing Manager who is ready to take ownership of a complete marketing function.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Broad experience across the full marketing mix rather than specialising in one individual channel</li><li>A track record of developing and delivering multi-channel marketing strategies</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of how marketing activity drives revenue</li><li>Experience of customer acquisition, customer journeys and audience segmentation</li><li>Good knowledge of CRM, paid digital, social media, content and offline marketing</li><li>Experience using data and insight to improve campaign performance</li><li>An understanding of ROI and ROAS</li><li>Experience managing budgets and external agencies</li><li>Previous team management or leadership experience</li><li>The confidence to influence senior stakeholders and challenge existing approaches</li><li>A hands-on, adaptable approach suited to an entrepreneurial, owner-managed business</li></ul><p><strong>Salary and benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of £55,000 - £60,000</li><li>25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Opportunity to take ownership of a newly created senior marketing role</li><li>Leadership of an established marketing team</li><li>Responsibility for the annual marketing budget</li><li>Direct exposure to the Commercial Director and business owners</li><li>Scope to shape the future marketing strategy and grow with the business</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjI4Njc3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><h1>Head of Finance</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> West Midlands | Hybrid Working</p><p>Robert Half are recruiting a <strong>Head of Finance</strong> on behalf of a successful UK organisation operating within a complex, project-led environment. This is a high-impact leadership position, offering full ownership of the finance function and a seat at the table with the senior leadership team.</p><p>This is far more than a traditional financial control role. You'll be expected to challenge decisions, drive profitability, improve performance, and provide the commercial insight needed to support continued growth.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p>As Head of Finance, you will take responsibility for the overall financial leadership of the business, ensuring robust financial management whilst acting as a trusted adviser to operational and commercial teams.</p><p>You'll be at the heart of strategic decision-making, providing insight that drives business performance, improves margins, strengthens controls, and supports long-term growth ambitions.</p><p>Responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Leading and developing a high-performing finance team.</li><li>Owning all financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting and planning activities.</li><li>Delivering meaningful commercial insight to support business performance.</li><li>Driving financial discipline and accountability across the organisation.</li><li>Managing cash flow, working capital and liquidity performance.</li><li>Partnering with operational leaders to improve project and contract profitability.</li><li>Ensuring appropriate governance, risk management and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Leading audit processes and maintaining key external relationships.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve systems and enhance reporting capability.</li><li>Supporting strategic initiatives, investment decisions and future growth plans.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>We're seeking an ambitious and influential finance professional who enjoys operating in a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid to challenge the status quo.</p><p>You will ideally possess:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.</li><li>A proven track record in a senior finance leadership role.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>Experience within engineering, contracting, manufacturing, construction, infrastructure, utilities or other project-based sectors.</li><li>Excellent financial planning, analysis and cash management capabilities.</li><li>A hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.</li><li>Experience leading teams through change, growth or transformation.</li><li>The confidence to operate as a key member of the senior leadership team.</li></ul><p> </p><h2> </h2><br><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/amFjay5jb253YXkuMjQ2ODUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager | Sutton Coldfield | Up to £60,000 + Benefits (Hybrid 3 days in the office) </strong></p><p><strong>Exclusive to Robert Half | Interviews being arranged for next week</strong></p><p><strong>A hands-on Finance Manager role where no two days are the same.</strong></p><p>Robert Half is exclusively representing a well-established, <strong>owner-managed manufacturing business</strong> in Sutton Coldfield as they appoint a Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and lead a small team.</p><p>This is a role for someone who enjoys being <strong>close to the numbers and close to the business</strong>. You'll have genuine ownership across the finance function, working closely with the Managing Director and getting involved across management accounts, forecasting, stock, costs and commercial performance.</p><p>If you're looking for a varied Finance Manager position where you can make a tangible contribution rather than being one small part of a large finance structure, this could be a strong fit.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>You will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of finance, managing a small team and ensuring the business has accurate, timely financial information to support decision-making.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Preparing accurate and insightful <strong>monthly management accounts</strong></li><li>Managing <strong>budgets, forecasts and financial planning</strong></li><li>Taking ownership of <strong>inventory accounting and stock control</strong></li><li>Managing and understanding <strong>WIP and cost of sales</strong></li><li>Analysing <strong>margins and profitability</strong></li><li>Providing the Managing Director with clear and reliable financial information</li><li>Supporting the business with financial analysis and decision-making</li><li>Managing and developing a small finance team</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls and accurate reporting are maintained</li></ul><p><strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><p>The successful candidate is likely to have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience in a <strong>Finance Manager or similar hands-on finance role</strong></li><li>Strong manufacturing finance experience</li><li>A thorough understanding of <strong>inventory, stock control and WIP</strong></li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>margin analysis and cost of sales</strong></li><li>Proven experience preparing <strong>management accounts, budgets and forecasts</strong></li><li>The confidence and capability to work closely with an owner/Managing Director</li><li>A hands-on approach and willingness to get into the detail</li><li>Ideally <strong>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified</strong>; strong QBE candidates will also be considered</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer?</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £60,000 + benefits<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Sutton Coldfield - excellent access to the M42</p><p>Hybrid: 3 days in the office 2 from home <br /> <strong>Recruitment:</strong> <strong>Exclusive to Robert Half</strong><br /> <strong>Interviews:</strong> Being arranged for <strong>next week</strong></p><p>This is a confidential assignment and, for obvious reasons, further identifying details about the business will be shared directly with suitable candidates during the process.</p><p><strong>If you're an experienced Accountant who enjoys variety, ownership and being close to the detail, I'd be very interested in speaking with you.</strong></p><p><strong>Apply now or contact Emma Llewellyn at Robert Half for a confidential conversation.</strong></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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uODQ4NTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<br><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Finance Manager to join a rapidly growing, international technology business at its Wilmslow office. </p><p>The business has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to expand its international operations. This role will be instrumental in strengthening the finance function, improving internal financial reporting and providing greater commercial insight to support business decisions.</p><p>Working closely with senior finance leadership and colleagues across the UK, Europe and the US, you will take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and management reporting, ensuring financial information is accurate, meaningful and delivered in a timely manner.</p><p>The role will also play an important part in a major finance systems transformation, with the business preparing to transition to SAP S/4HANA. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, commercially minded finance professional looking to make a tangible impact within a growing international organisation, with longer-term career development opportunities.</p><h2>Key responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p>Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with budget holders to develop robust financial plans and understand business performance.</p></li><li><p>Produce and enhance internal financial reports, providing clear analysis of performance, trends and key financial drivers.</p></li><li><p>Deliver regular variance analysis, investigating discrepancies, identifying risks and opportunities, and challenging assumptions where appropriate.</p></li><li><p>Improve the accuracy, consistency and efficiency of financial reporting processes, ensuring data is validated and reliable before being entered into financial systems.</p></li><li><p>Act as a business partner to budget holders and operational stakeholders, translating financial data into meaningful insight to support decision-making.</p></li><li><p>Work closely with US-based finance colleagues to align reporting, processes and financial objectives across the wider business.</p></li><li><p>Manage and develop the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable team, overseeing three team members across the UK and Germany.</p></li><li><p>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and reporting methodologies.</p></li><li><p>Support the transition from Oracle to SAP S/4HANA, working alongside the US IT team on system development, testing and implementation.</p></li><li><p>Contribute to the introduction of new systems and processes, including a purchase order system, ensuring finance requirements are effectively represented.</p></li><li><p>Support internal reporting requirements and collaborate with colleagues responsible for statutory and wider group reporting.</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>You will be a fully qualified accountant with strong experience in management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. You will combine excellent technical capability with the confidence to engage with stakeholders, challenge figures and identify opportunities to improve business performance.</p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.</p></li><li><p>Experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar senior accounting role.</p></li><li>Experience with SAP, particularly SAP S/4HANA</li><li><p>Strong experience in internal financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel skills and the ability to interrogate complex financial data, identify inconsistencies and resolve issues.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and business partnering skills, with the confidence to ask questions and challenge constructively.</p></li><li><p>A proactive, analytical and detail-oriented approach, with a strong focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing or developing a finance team.</p></li><li><p>The ability to work effectively across functions and within an international, matrix-managed organisation.</p></li></ul><h2>What's on offer?</h2><ul><li><p>Salary of up to £70,000.</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to join a growing international business with an established presence across the UK, Europe and the US.</p></li><li><p>A key role in improving internal reporting and strengthening finance processes.</p></li><li><p>Involvement in a significant SAP S/4HANA implementation.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to senior stakeholders and international finance teams.</p></li><li><p>A genuine opportunity for longer-term career development and progression.</p></li><li><p>A dedicated office and car parking at the Wilmslow location.</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a collaborative and supportive company culture.</p></li></ul><p>If you are a qualified accountant looking for a broad Finance Manager role combining internal reporting, business partnering, team leadership and systems transformation, we would be keen to hear from you.</p><br><br><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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjcxODIzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
Description<br><br><p data-pm-slice="1 3 []">Robert Half are happy to present a Senior M365 Technician opportunity. The Senior M365 Technician will be responsible for the hands-on administration, support and continuous improvement of the organisation's M365 environment within the engineering industry.</p><p>The role will act as a senior technical escalation point, managing Microsoft 365 services, endpoint devices, security and end-user technology. The successful candidate will be technically hands-on, proactive and focused on resolving issues and improving systems.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul data-pm-slice="3 3 []" data-spread="false"><li><p>Hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint and OneDrive.</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of Microsoft Intune, Windows 11, endpoint deployment, Autopilot and device management.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing users, licences, permissions, MFA and identity access controls.</p></li><li><p>Strong troubleshooting skills across desktop, application, authentication and Microsoft 365 issues.</p></li><li><p>Understanding of Active Directory, networking fundamentals, LAN, Wi-Fi, DNS and DHCP.</p></li><li><p>Experience providing technical support and resolving complex issues within an IT service desk environment.</p></li><li><p>Experience supporting migrations, system upgrades, automation and continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Strong problem-solving, communication and technical documentation skills.</p></li></ul><br><br><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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby4xOTc0MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">