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Finance Manager

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
50000 - 58000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering a Manchester based infrastructure service provider in the appointment of an ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified Finance Manager. The business is seeing a proactive and highly capable Finance Manager to take ownership of management accounting, financial accounting, reporting, and company secretarial activities across a multi-entity/project environment. This role is ideally suited to a qualified accountant who thrives in a dynamic setting, can adapt to shifting priorities, and enjoys collaborating closely with a broad range of stakeholders. The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring robust financial control, insightful reporting, and strong commercial support.This role offers broad exposure across management and statutory accounts, commercial accounting, and company secretarial duties within a niche industry, providing experience beyond typical finance roles. Engagement with lenders, shareholders, suppliers, operations teams, and local authorities develops strong commercial and relationship management skills. A collaborative, supportive environment ensures continuous learning and guidance at all levels.Reporting into the Finance Director, key responsibilities will include: <ul data-start="2110" data-end="2803"><li data-end="610" data-start="79">Management Accounting<ul data-end="610" data-start="111"><li data-end="230" data-start="111">Incorporate purchase ledgers, sales ledgers, cash books, and loan schedules into ETBs and reconcile to SUN Systems.</li><li data-start="233" data-end="314">Maintain accruals, prepayments, amortisation schedules, and related workings.</li><li data-start="317" data-end="391">Prepare monthly management accounts and analyse actuals versus budget.</li><li data-start="394" data-end="454">Supervise VAT and CIS return preparation and submission.</li><li data-end="548" data-start="457">Oversee preparation of purchase invoices, non-supplier payments, and customer invoices.</li><li data-end="610" data-start="551">Supervise maintenance of cash books and loan schedules.</li></ul></li><li data-start="612" data-end="895">Financial Accounting<ul data-end="895" data-start="643"><li data-start="643" data-end="695">Prepare statutory accounts for the annual audit.</li><li data-start="698" data-end="774">Produce supporting documentation and working papers for year-end audits.</li><li data-start="777" data-end="827">Liaise with internal and external audit teams.</li><li data-start="830" data-end="895">Coordinate with tax advisors on corporation tax computations.</li></ul></li><li data-end="1179" data-start="897">Reporting<ul data-start="917" data-end="1179"><li data-end="997" data-start="917">Present finance reports to shareholders at quarterly project board meetings.</li><li data-start="1000" data-end="1091">Track and ensure compliance with project deliverables tied to loan facility agreements.</li><li data-end="1179" data-start="1094">Maintain financial and operating models; prepare budgets and cash flow forecasts.</li></ul></li><li data-end="1344" data-start="1181">Company Secretarial Duties<ul data-start="1218" data-end="1344"><li data-start="1218" data-end="1261">Take minutes at project board meetings.</li><li data-start="1264" data-end="1344">Prepare and submit Companies House filings and related formal documentation</li></ul></li></ul>Key requirements for the role:<ul data-end="3439" data-start="2843"><li data-start="2110" data-end="2248">ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant</li></ul><ul data-end="3439" data-start="2843"><li data-start="2110" data-end="2248">Multi-entity or multi-project experience and comfortable managing responsibilities across several entities or projects simultaneously.</li><li data-start="2249" data-end="2381">Flexibility under pressure and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities while delivering under tight or competing deadlines.</li><li data-start="2382" data-end="2504">A collaborative team player who demonstrates respect, supports colleagues, and contributes positively to team culture.</li><li data-start="2596" data-end="2721">Strong commercial awareness and understanding of client-facing responsibilities, adopting a commercially minded approach.</li><li data-end="2803" data-start="2722">Advanced Excel proficiency and adaptability to new financial systems and tools.</li></ul>Only candidates with the requisite skills & experience outlined clearly on CVs will be considered. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjQ1NTA3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-01-27T14:24:14Z

Credit Controller

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
30000 - 31000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a professional services business to recruit for a Credit Controller. Our client is looking for an experienced Credit Controller to take ownership of a varied debtor portfolio and play a key role in improving cashflow performance. This position sits within a collaborative finance function and offers the chance to build relationships across the business while driving consistent credit control standards. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage your own portfolio of debt, including regular discussions and review meetings with internal stakeholders.</li><li>Resolve queries efficiently, escalating issues when required.</li><li>Apply credit control and debt provisioning policies consistently across all accounts.</li><li>Maintain an accurate debtor ledger, ensuring minimal adjustments and prompt management of unallocated cash.</li><li>Proactively pursue overdue balances and keep senior managers updated on progress.</li><li>Log all client interactions and updates clearly within internal systems</li><li>Produce routine reports on aged debt and portfolio performance.</li><li>Flag accounts requiring escalation, including those that may need to follow a legal recovery route.</li></ul> Skills & Experience Required<ul><li>Experience within a professional services or similar stakeholder‑focused environment.</li><li>Solid Excel capability.</li><li>Confident communicator, able to engage with senior stakeholders and explain financial information clearly.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, motivate and handle sensitive conversations professionally.</li><li>Proactive approach to problem‑solving and service delivery.</li><li>Comfortable managing personal workload while working closely with the wider team.</li></ul> What's on Offer<ul><li>Flexible and agile working options.</li><li>Supportive, people‑focused culture.</li><li>Opportunities to take ownership of processes and contribute to continuous improvement.</li><li>Clear development pathways and career progression support.</li><li>Salary: £30,000 - £31,000</li><li>Hybrid working</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNTE2MjguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-09T13:47:00Z

R&D Tax Analyst

Salford, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
45000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
R&D Tax Analyst | Salford Quays | Paying up to £60,000 | 4 days home working / 1 day office A growing and well-established specialist tax advisory firm is seeking a R&D Tax Analyst to join its expanding team. This role reports directly to the Head of Compliance and focuses on managing UK R&D Tax Relief compliance checks and HMRC correspondence, ensuring claims remain robust, defensible, and fully compliant with current legislation.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong experience in defending R&D tax claims who enjoys working autonomously while collaborating with technical and financial specialists.<h3 data-end="1053" data-start="1041">The Role</h3>As R&D Tax Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery and defence of UK R&D Tax Relief claims. You will manage HMRC compliance enquiries from start to finish, working closely with internal analysts and technical teams to ensure claims are accurate, well-documented and compliant.Key responsibilities include:<ul data-start="1395" data-end="2164"><li data-end="1469" data-start="1395">Managing HMRC compliance checks relating to UK R&D Tax Relief claims</li><li data-start="1470" data-end="1555">Taking ownership of compliance cases from initial enquiry through to resolution</li><li data-start="1556" data-end="1631">Reviewing technical and financial documentation supporting R&D claims</li><li data-start="1632" data-end="1690">Preparing and reviewing incentive claim calculations</li><li data-start="1691" data-end="1771">Managing multiple compliance cases across a range of businesses simultaneously</li><li data-end="1868" data-start="1772">Working closely with tax analysts and internal teams to validate qualifying R&D activities</li><li data-end="1924" data-start="1869">Drafting reports, documentation and responses to HMRC</li><li data-start="1925" data-end="1995">Ensuring claims remain defensible and aligned with HMRC guidance</li><li data-start="1996" data-end="2092">Monitoring regulatory updates and training internal technical teams on legislative changes</li><li data-start="2093" data-end="2164">Supporting client relationships and account management activities</li></ul><h3 data-start="2171" data-end="2184">About You</h3>The ideal candidate will have strong experience within R&D tax incentives and compliance, alongside excellent communication and organisational skills.Key requirements:<ul data-start="2360" data-end="2973"><li data-end="2440" data-start="2360">Proven experience with UK R&D Tax Relief claims and HMRC compliance checks</li><li data-end="2499" data-start="2441">Experience defending R&D claims from start to finish</li><li data-end="2570" data-start="2500">Strong understanding of HMRC guidelines and compliance processes</li><li data-start="2571" data-end="2638">Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously</li><li data-end="2703" data-start="2639">Experience reviewing technical and financial documentation</li><li data-start="2704" data-end="2783">Strong written communication skills for HMRC correspondence and reporting</li><li data-start="2784" data-end="2859">Experience working with technical teams to validate qualifying activities</li><li data-start="2860" data-end="2912">Client-facing or account management experience</li><li data-end="2973" data-start="2913">Highly organised with the ability to work autonomously</li></ul><h3 data-end="3004" data-start="2980">Working Arrangements</h3><ul data-start="3005" data-end="3169"><li data-end="3061" data-start="3005">Hybrid working: 4 days remote, 1 day in the office</li><li data-end="3111" data-start="3062">Office located in Salford Quays, Manchester</li><li data-end="3169" data-start="3112">Fully remote may be considered in certain circumstances</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi43MTUzOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-03-11T16:30:58Z

Finance Director

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
90000 - 110000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is working in partnership with a highly successful and growing Northwest engineering business to appoint an exceptional Finance Director.Our client is a well-established organisation with a strong market presence, a diverse customer base and ambitious plans for further expansion. As part of their continued development, they are now seeking a commercially focused Finance Director to join their executive leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the next stage of their growth.Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Finance Director will have full responsibility for the financial strategy and performance of the business. This is a broad and influential role requiring a strategic thinker who can also operate effectively at an operational level within a fast-paced engineering environment.Key responsibilities will include:* Developing and delivering the financial strategy in line with business objectives * Providing commercial insight and strategic guidance to the Board * Leading budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning * Overseeing management reporting, statutory accounts and compliance * Driving financial performance, margin improvement and cost control * Managing cash flow, working capital and capital expenditure * Strengthening financial controls, systems and processes * Providing commercial support to pricing, bids and major contracts * Managing relationships with banks, auditors and external stakeholders * Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team * Supporting strategic projects including investment appraisal and acquisitionsThe successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with significant senior finance leadership experience, ideally gained within an engineering, manufacturing or technical services environment. Strong commercial acumen, excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at Board level are essential.In return, our client is offering:* Competitive salary * Performance-related bonus * Car allowance or company car * Pension and private healthcare * Hybrid and flexible working * A genuine opportunity to influence strategy and growthThis represents an outstanding opportunity to join a high-quality engineering business at an exciting point in its development. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5Ljc1MjM0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-02-03T16:57:08Z