<p><strong>Senior Recruitment Consultant, Manchester</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Join the world's largest and most respected accountancy recruiter.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half isn't just the biggest name in accountancy recruitment, we're also the oldest and the best. For over 70 years, we've built a reputation for excellence, and now we're investing heavily in our <strong>Manchester office</strong>, identified internally as a high-growth market for 2026. This is your chance to be part of something exciting and career-defining.</p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Why Robert Half?</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Global leader</strong>. The world's largest specialist accountancy recruiter.</li><li><strong>World-class compensation scheme</strong>. Earn what you're worth with uncapped potential.</li><li><strong>Strong brand loyalty</strong>. Clients trust us, making your job easier.</li><li><strong>Long-tenured team & collaborative culture</strong>. Learn from the most successful recruiters in the market.</li><li><strong>Autonomy & support</strong>. We help you play to your strengths and become the best version of yourself.</li><li><strong>International career prospects</strong>. Opportunities to grow nationally and globally.</li><li><strong>Mature, adult environment</strong>. No micromanagement, no meaningless targets.</li><li><strong>Unique client solutions</strong>. Collaborate with our sister consultancy, Protiviti, to solve complex business challenges.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What will you be doing as a Senior Recruitment Consultant?</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Your role as a Recruitment Consultant is dynamic and varied. You'll spend your days:</p><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Networking with CFOs and CEOs</strong>, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor.</li><li>Using <strong>white paper reports and market insights</strong> to offer unique solutions to clients.</li><li><strong>Interviewing high-calibre candidates</strong> and assessing their suitability for senior roles.</li><li><strong>Project managing C-suite job searches</strong>, ensuring a seamless process for both clients and candidates.</li><li><strong>Attending networking events</strong> to build relationships and expand your market presence.</li><li><strong>Developing a pipeline of future business</strong> using social selling and strategic outreach.</li><li><strong>Negotiating offers and closing deals</strong> that change careers and businesses.</li><li>Collaborating with our sister consultancy business <strong>Protiviti</strong> to deliver innovative solutions to complex client challenges.</li></ul><p> </p><p>This is a role for someone who thrives on building relationships, enjoys being entrepreneurial, and wants to be seen as a true market advisor, not just a recruiter.</p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What we offer</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>A <strong>professional environment</strong> where you can learn from the best.</li><li><strong>Uncapped Earnings</strong> where you are fairly rewarded for the work that you do</li><li><strong>Flexibility, </strong>allowing you to balance a busy work life with what is no doubt a busy personal life</li><li><strong>Autonomy to use your personality</strong> and play to your strengths.</li><li><strong>Support and training</strong> to help you become a trusted advisor to senior leaders.</li><li><strong>Collaboration with Protiviti</strong>, giving you a unique edge in solving complex client challenges.</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjA1ODQ2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a growing organisation to recruit an Assistant Financial Accountant based in Liverpool.</p><p>This role is well suited to someone developing their finance career and looking to gain strong technical experience across month‑end, reconciliations and core accounting processes within a structured shared service environment.</p><p>The salary for this role is £30,000 - £40,000, hybrid working and 25 days annual leave.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The Assistant Financial Accountant will support the delivery of accurate financial records and smooth month‑end close. Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Posting journals into the general ledger and sub‑ledgers</li><li>Preparing accruals and supporting month‑end processes</li><li>Completing reconciliations for fixed assets, prepayments, intercompany and deferred income</li><li>Carrying out bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assisting with accounts receivable and accounts payable close activities</li><li>Supporting VAT and CIS reporting</li><li>Maintaining financial controls and ensuring compliance with internal processes</li><li>Resolving queries and addressing issues promptly</li><li>Working collaboratively with colleagues across the shared service centre</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Confident working with journals, reconciliations, accruals and other core accounting tasks</li><li>Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills</li><li>Highly organised with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Able to work independently and within a team</li><li>Clear communicator who can build strong working relationships</li><li>Motivated, proactive and keen to develop</li><li>Comfortable being on‑site in four days per week</li></ul><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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNTYzMzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Group Financial Controller | Paying up to £80,000 | Hybrid working | Permanent </strong></p><p>Robert Half is working with a large, complex organisation undergoing significant transformation to recruit an accomplished Group Financial Controller<strong>.</strong> This is a high-impact leadership role, ideal for a commercially minded, technically strong finance professional who thrives in a dynamic, forward-looking environment.</p><p>You will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, elevating reporting standards, driving operational improvements and leading a high-performing finance team through change.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Group Financial Controller will oversee financial accounting, statutory reporting, working capital management and compliance. You will lead the Financial Accounts, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring robust controls, high-quality reporting and efficient end-to-end processes.</p><p>This is a role with breadth, influence and the opportunity to genuinely shape how the organisation manages and grows its financial capability.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Leadership & Transformation</strong></p><ul><li>Lead continuous improvement across finance operations, streamlining processes and enhancing reporting.</li><li>Drive adoption of digital tools, automation and data-led decision-making.</li><li>Support the development of the organisation's rolling financial strategy.</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Accounting & Regulatory Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee month-end close and the preparation of statutory and management accounts.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with accounting, regulatory and tax standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Insight</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the production of consolidated Group and subsidiary financial statements.</li><li>Strengthen the organisation's reporting framework and enhance financial insight.</li><li>Develop dashboards and analytics to support improved performance visibility.</li></ul><p><strong>Stakeholder Management</strong></p><ul><li>Build strong relationships with internal leaders and senior stakeholders.</li><li>Manage key external relationships including auditors, tax advisors, pension advisors, insurers, banks and regulators.</li><li>Provide strategic challenge and support to ensure high-quality financial decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Team Development</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor and develop finance colleagues, supporting capability growth and succession planning.</li><li>Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and high performance.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced finance leader who combines technical excellence with strong people and change management capability.</p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li><strong>Professional accountancy qualification</strong> (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li><strong>5+ years' experience</strong> in a senior financial management or Group Controller role.</li><li>Demonstrable success in leading financial accounting or transactional teams.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial controls.</li><li>Experience in transformation, automation or systems implementation.</li><li>Knowledge of defined benefit pension schemes (highly advantageous).</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>A solutions-focused, analytical mindset with high attention to detail.</li></ul><p>Experience in large, complex, multi-entity environments will be highly beneficial.</p><p><strong>Why Apply?</strong></p><ul><li>High-impact role with genuine influence over financial strategy and performance.</li><li>Opportunity to lead transformation and shape a modern, efficient finance function.</li><li>Hybrid working with excellent flexibility.</li><li>Competitive salary, generous holiday allowance and a comprehensive benefits offering.</li><li>A supportive environment committed to professional development and continuous improvement.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi41Mjk2Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
