3 results for Interim in Chester, Cheshire West and Chester

Interim Finance Assistant

Telford, Shropshire
remote
Temporary
27000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
Interim Finance Assistant / BookkeeperLocation: On-site, 5 days per weekContract: 3-6 monthsSalary: £27,000-£30,000 We are looking for a friendly and reliable Finance Assistant / Bookkeeper to join a busy finance team on an interim basis for 3-6 months.This is a varied role supporting day to day finance operations, including bookkeeping duties and payroll data input. This is a hands on role suited to someone with strong transactional finance experience Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Managing bookkeeping and finance administration tasks</li><li>Assisting with payroll data input and processing support</li><li>Managing purchase and sales ledger activities</li><li>Invoices, bank reconciliations and cash allocation</li><li>Processing invoices and supplier payments</li><li>Assisting with payroll data input and payroll administration</li><li>Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc tasks and reporting</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records on Xero</li></ul> Ideal Candidate:<ul><li>Previous experience in a Finance Assistant or Bookkeeping role</li><li>Xero experience preferred</li><li>AAT qualified or studying preferred</li><li>Friendly personality with a proactive approach</li><li>Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills</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/VGluby5GcmVldGguMjQ3MjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-08T16:44:12Z

Management Accountant

Bury, Greater Manchester
remote
Temporary
19.00 - 19.00 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering a well established manufacturing business based in North Manchester seeking an experienced Interim Management Accountant to support the finance function during a busy operational period.This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, requiring strong management accounting experience and the ability to work closely with operational stakeholders. Duration: 3-6 months (potential extension) Rate: |£19 - £24 p/h.Onsite 5 days a week. The RoleReporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for:<ul data-start="940" data-end="1649"><li data-end="1010" data-section-id="1ov90vf" data-start="940">Preparation of monthly management accounts within strict deadlines.</li><li data-start="1011" data-end="1088" data-section-id="1s0ve6m">Variance analysis and commentary on operational and financial performance.</li><li data-section-id="ivmy1b" data-end="1139" data-start="1089">Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li data-start="1140" data-end="1216" data-section-id="1y75na8">Monitoring manufacturing costs, stock valuation, and inventory reporting.</li><li data-end="1287" data-section-id="m6r2af" data-start="1217">Assisting with costings, margin analysis, and production reporting.</li><li data-start="1288" data-end="1359" data-section-id="1tg8exj">Balance sheet reconciliations and maintenance of financial controls.</li><li data-start="1360" data-section-id="xxktvg" data-end="1421">Business partnering with production and operational teams.</li><li data-section-id="1ohg5i8" data-end="1500" data-start="1422">Supporting year-end audit preparation and statutory reporting requirements.</li><li data-section-id="qxw77m" data-end="1577" data-start="1501">Identifying process improvements and driving efficiencies within finance.</li><li data-start="1578" data-end="1649" data-section-id="1rihf1q">Assisting with cash flow forecasting and working capital management.</li></ul><h2 data-start="1651" data-end="1669" data-section-id="1soy8p5">The successful candidate will ideally be:</h2><ul data-start="1713" data-end="2228"><li data-end="1771" data-section-id="d7k4ph" data-start="1713">Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems</li><li data-end="2048" data-section-id="rt4ovw" data-start="1974">Able to work independently and quickly adapt to a changing environment</li><li data-end="2101" data-section-id="dpopx6" data-start="2049">Commercially aware with strong analytical skills</li><li data-section-id="1u3cu7b" data-end="2183" data-start="2102">Excellent communicator with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders</li><li data-start="2184" data-end="2228" data-section-id="1ihinbp">Available immediately</li></ul><h2 data-end="2250" data-section-id="1g4jfzw" data-start="2230">What's on Offer</h2><ul data-start="2251" data-end="2480"><li data-start="2251" data-end="2282" data-section-id="1832zvk">Immediate start opportunity</li><li data-end="2337" data-section-id="c4084k" data-start="2283">Flexible interim contract with potential extension</li><li data-end="2389" data-section-id="et2noh" data-start="2338">Collaborative and supportive leadership team</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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuNTM1MjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-27T16:06:14Z

Practice Accountant

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Temporary
375.00 - 450.00 GBP / Daily
Robert Half is recruiting for an experienced and qualified Interim Practice Accountant to join a well established accountancy practice based in Manchester city centre. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands on practice professional to support a varied portfolio of SME clients during a busy period.The successful candidate must come from an accountancy practice background and be confident managing client relationships, statutory accounts preparation, and providing day-to-day advisory support to SMEs across a range of sectors.<h3 data-start="755" data-section-id="164ueu3" data-end="779">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1650" data-start="1252"><li data-start="780" data-section-id="1p19zly" data-end="842">Preparation and review of statutory accounts for SME clients</li><li data-section-id="pj7ahz" data-end="893" data-start="843">Managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses</li><li data-end="977" data-section-id="vl02d" data-start="894">Preparation of management accounts, VAT returns, and corporation tax computations</li><li data-start="978" data-end="1047" data-section-id="1b5hjb1">Supporting clients with bookkeeping and financial reporting queries</li><li data-section-id="1aroydl" data-end="1124" data-start="1048">Liaising directly with clients and providing commercial accounting support</li><li data-end="1192" data-section-id="1se2wk0" data-start="1125">Assisting with year-end processes and meeting reporting deadlines</li></ul><h3 data-section-id="14esvje" data-end="1251" data-start="1235">Requirements</h3><ul data-start="1672" data-end="1909"><li data-end="1286" data-section-id="14d1h5h" data-start="1252">ACA / ACCA qualified (essential)</li><li data-start="1287" data-section-id="3m3vxf" data-end="1347">Previous experience working within an accountancy practice</li><li data-start="1348" data-section-id="1iw56gm" data-end="1397">Strong knowledge of SME accounting requirements</li><li data-start="1398" data-section-id="1adhl1y" data-end="1453">Strong communication and client management skills</li></ul><h3 data-start="1652" data-section-id="13qglty" data-end="1671">The Opportunity</h3><ul data-start="1672" data-end="1909"><li data-start="1672" data-end="1699" data-section-id="1n8xncw">Immediate start</li><li data-end="1743" data-section-id="u9hqlu" data-start="1700">Central Manchester location with excellent transport links</li><li data-start="1805" data-section-id="qqw2it" data-end="1857">Opportunity to work with a diverse SME client base</li><li data-end="1909" data-section-id="16lvgp1" data-start="1858">Collaborative and supportive practice environment</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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuMjUyMjguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-27T13:06:25Z