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Finance Manager

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering a Manchester based infrastructure investment manager in the appointment of an ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified Finance Manager. Applications are welcome from first-time movers from practice wanting to gain industry exposure. This is down to experience gained in managing a multi-client portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to obtain a high level of responsibility and variation at this stage in your career. Must be comfortable working on-site in Manchester city centre.The role will take ownership of management accounting, financial accounting, reporting, and company secretarial activities across a multi-entity/project environment. This role is suited to an accountant who thrives in a dynamic setting, can adapt to shifting priorities, and enjoys collaborating closely with a broad range of stakeholders. 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.Key responsibilities will include: <ul data-start="2110" data-end="2803"><li data-start="79" data-end="610">Management Accounting<ul data-end="610" data-start="111"><li data-start="111" data-end="230">Incorporate purchase ledgers, sales ledgers, cash books, and loan schedules into ETBs and reconcile to SUN Systems.</li><li data-end="314" data-start="233">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-end="895" data-start="612">Financial Accounting<ul data-start="643" data-end="895"><li data-end="695" data-start="643">Prepare statutory accounts for the annual audit.</li><li data-end="774" data-start="698">Produce supporting documentation and working papers for year-end audits.</li><li data-end="827" data-start="777">Liaise with internal and external audit teams.</li><li data-end="895" data-start="830">Coordinate with tax advisors on corporation tax computations.</li></ul></li><li data-end="1179" data-start="897">Reporting<ul data-end="1179" data-start="917"><li data-end="997" data-start="917">Present finance reports to shareholders at quarterly project board meetings.</li><li data-end="1091" data-start="1000">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-start="1181" data-end="1344">Company Secretarial Duties<ul data-start="1218" data-end="1344"><li data-end="1261" data-start="1218">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-start="2843" data-end="3439"><li data-end="2248" data-start="2110">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-end="2381" data-start="2249">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-start="2722" data-end="2803">Advanced Excel proficiency and adaptability to new financial systems and tools.</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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjY0NTcxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-04-27T09:48:58Z

Semi-Senior Accountant

Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
remote
Contract
34000 - 37000 GBP / Yearly
We are supporting a well-established accountancy practice in Stoke-on-Trent that is looking to appoint a Semi-Senior Accountant on a fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practice experience to take on a varied role, supporting a portfolio of clients across accounts preparation, tax, and day-to-day advisory.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare statutory accounts for a range of clients including SMEs, sole traders, and partnerships</li><li>Assist with the preparation of management accounts and financial reports</li><li>Support the completion of VAT returns and corporation tax computations</li><li>Liaise directly with clients to request information and resolve queries</li><li>Assist senior members of the team with more complex accounting assignments</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records in line with compliance requirements</li><li>Support junior staff where required and contribute to team workflow</li><li>Ensure deadlines are met across multiple client engagements</li></ul>Key Requirements<ul><li>Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment</li><li>Strong understanding of accounts preparation and basic tax principles</li><li>AAT qualified or ACCA/ACA part-qualified (or equivalent)</li><li>Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks or similar</li><li>Good working knowledge of Excel</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines</li><li>Confident communication skills with the ability to build client relationships</li></ul>Additional Information<ul><li>Fixed-term contract opportunity</li><li>Office-based role, 5 days per week in Stoke-on-Trent</li><li>Hands-on, varied position offering exposure to a wide client base</li><li>Ideal for someone looking to build on their practice experience in a supportive 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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS40NTU2NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-13T16:07:20Z

Finance Transformation Manager

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Contract
75000 - 700000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a well established social infrastructure business based in North Manchester. This is a hands on role working closely with senior finance leadership to drive process improvements, strengthen financial controls and support systems and policy enhancements across the finance function.Fixed term contract. £70k-£75k per annum. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Support the delivery of finance transformation and continuous improvement project.</li><li>Review and improve finance processes, controls and operational procedures</li><li>Embed and standardise key financial processes including purchase orders, expenses and balance sheet controls</li><li>Assist with finance systems enhancements and implementation of new finance policies</li><li>Identify process inefficiencies and control weaknesses, recommending practical improvements</li><li>Document finance processes to improve operational resilience and knowledge sharing</li><li>Coordinate project activity, ensuring delivery against agreed timelines and objectives</li><li>Engage with stakeholders across finance and wider business functions to support successful change management</li><li>Maintain clear project reporting, updates, and risk management documentation</li><li>Review and improve finance processes, controls and operational procedures</li><li>Embed and standardise key financial processes including purchase orders, expenses and balance sheet controls</li><li>Assist with finance systems enhancements and implementation of new finance policies</li><li>Identify process inefficiencies and control weaknesses, recommending practical improvements</li><li>Document finance processes to improve operational resilience and knowledge sharing</li><li>Coordinate project activity, ensuring delivery against agreed timelines and objectives</li><li>Engage with stakeholders across finance and wider business functions to support successful change management</li><li>Maintain clear project reporting, updates, and risk management documentation</li></ul>About You * Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) * Proven experience delivering finance process improvement or transformation projects * Strong understanding of finance operations, controls, and change management * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills * Advanced Excel and strong analytical capability, including handling large data sets * Proactive and adaptable with a hands-on approach 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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuOTI5OTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-13T14:24:10Z

Management Accountant

Whitefield, Greater Manchester
remote
Temporary
19.00 - 19.00 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with growing business within the automotive sector, seeking a part-qualified Management Accountant to support financial reporting, budgeting and compliance activities.This is a hands-on role working closely with operational teams to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making.6 month interim assignment. Onsite - North Manchester.Key Responsibilities:<ul data-end="1092" data-start="565"><li data-start="565" data-end="636" data-section-id="xqn578">Prepare monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)</li><li data-start="637" data-end="717" data-section-id="v6x8ll">Deliver variance analysis against budgets, with a focus on operational costs</li><li data-section-id="1buyn57" data-start="718" data-end="783">Partner with department heads to review financial performance</li><li data-start="784" data-end="842" data-section-id="ugctk8">Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting</li><li data-start="843" data-end="904" data-section-id="1x6vfow">Support year-end audit and statutory accounts preparation</li><li data-section-id="fa5gkw" data-start="905" data-end="962">Manage VAT reporting and ensure regulatory compliance</li><li data-start="963" data-end="1029" data-section-id="10szqlo">Contribute to process improvements and ad hoc finance projects</li><li data-section-id="fb9dav" data-end="1092" data-start="1030">Provide support across transactional finance when required</li></ul>Requirements:<ul data-start="1114" data-end="1451"><li data-start="1114" data-end="1158" data-section-id="8qyc85">Part-qualified (CIMA/ACCA or equivalent)</li><li data-end="1182" data-start="1159" data-section-id="4w5xou">Strong Excel skills</li><li data-end="1254" data-start="1183" data-section-id="pgzao7">Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred</li><li data-section-id="syx5r1" data-start="1255" data-end="1319">Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines</li></ul>What's on Offer:<ul data-start="1476" data-end="1657"><li data-section-id="19yb3lb" data-start="1476" data-end="1535">Broad exposure across finance in a growing organisation</li><li data-section-id="1y18yz8" data-end="1607" data-start="1536">Opportunity to develop commercially and progress your qualification</li><li data-start="1608" data-end="1657" data-section-id="1dxe1bn">Collaborative, fast-paced working 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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuNzk3OTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-23T19:05:42Z

Commercial Finance Manager

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
80000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
<h3>The Opportunity</h3>Our client is a well-established, UK-based financial services organisation with a strong reputation for delivering innovative solutions to both consumers and businesses. Operating in a regulated environment, the business has demonstrated consistent growth and continues to invest in its people, technology, and customer offering. With a collaborative culture and a focus on data-driven decision-making, this is an exciting time to join as the company scales its commercial and financial capabilities.We are seeking a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to join this growing and dynamic organisation. This is a high-impact role supporting senior stakeholders across the business, providing insight, challenge, and financial guidance to drive performance and strategic decision-making.You will lead a small team and act as a key link between finance and operational functions, ensuring financial information is clear, actionable, and aligned to business objectives. <h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Partner with senior stakeholders to support strategic planning and decision-making</li><li>Deliver insightful financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting</li><li>Provide robust challenge and support to drive business performance</li><li>Lead the monthly management reporting process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Identify risks and opportunities, recommending appropriate actions</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting</li><li>Line management and development of 2 direct reports</li></ul> <h3>About You</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Proven experience in a Finance Business Partner or similar commercial finance role</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior levels</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities</li><li>Confident communicator, able to simplify complex financial information</li><li>Experience managing and developing team members</li><li>Proactive, adaptable, and commercially focused</li></ul> <h3>Desirable (but not essential)</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Experience within financial services or a regulated environment</li><li>Exposure to fast-paced or high-growth businesses</li></ul> <h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Competitive salary of £80,000 - £100,000</li><li>Hybrid working (1 day per week in the Salford office)</li><li>Private Healthcare</li><li>Opportunity to play a key role in shaping business performance</li><li>Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment</li><li>Strong career development prospects</li></ul> This is an excellent opportunity for a driven finance professional looking to step into a visible, commercially focused role with real influence across the business.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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjU0Nzc4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-03-25T11:40:59Z

Assistant Accountant

Birkenhead, Merseyside
remote
Permanent
32000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a well established business within the manufacturing sector looking to appoint a motivated and detail focused Assistant Accountant. Supporting the Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and smooth day to day finance operations.Wirral based, onsite. 37 hours per week.About the Role:This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career in a hands on environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul data-end="1862" data-start="748"><li data-start="748" data-end="810">Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.</li><li data-end="858" data-start="811">Support budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li data-end="904" data-start="859">Maintain and reconcile the general ledger.</li><li data-end="978" data-start="905">Prepare and post journal entries (including accruals and prepayments).</li><li data-start="979" data-end="1037">Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.</li><li data-end="1114" data-start="1038">Provide accounts payable support (holiday cover).</li><li data-start="1168" data-end="1224">Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.</li><li data-start="1225" data-end="1292">Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding balances.</li><li data-start="1293" data-end="1351">Assist with VAT return preparation and submission.</li><li data-end="1470" data-start="1406">Produce financial reports and analysis as required</li><li data-end="1731" data-start="1674">Provide general administrative support to the finance team</li></ul> Skills & Experience Required:<ul data-start="1903" data-end="2333"><li data-end="1959" data-start="1903">Previous experience in an accounting or finance role</li><li data-end="1989" data-start="1960">Strong numerical and analytical skills</li><li data-start="2089" data-end="2145">Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems</li><li data-start="2146" data-end="2196">High level of accuracy and attention to detail</li><li data-start="2197" data-end="2249">Strong organisational skills</li><li data-end="2303" data-start="2250">Ability to work independently and collaboratively</li></ul>Benefits:<ul data-start="2354" data-end="2850"><li data-end="2440" data-start="2354">Contributory Pension Scheme (5% employer contribution, rising to 10% with service)</li><li data-end="2483" data-start="2441">Medical Cash Back Plan</li><li data-start="2484" data-end="2521">Life Assurance (4x annual salary)</li><li data-start="2522" data-end="2550">Annual performance bonus</li><li data-start="2551" data-end="2572">Annual pay review</li><li data-start="2573" data-end="2597">Free on-site parking</li><li data-start="2598" data-end="2622">Cycle to Work scheme</li><li data-end="2651" data-start="2623">Employee Assistance Programme (health & wellbeing support)</li><li data-start="2715" data-end="2763">Ongoing training & development opportunities</li><li data-end="2850" data-start="2764">25 days holiday + bank holidays + 1 company holiday</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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuNjc3ODguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-05T15:19:27Z