<p>An experienced and commercially astute Head of Financial Planning & Analysis is sought to lead the financial insight and planning capabilities of this Knutsford based pharmaceutical business.</p><p>Robert Half is proud to be partnering this expanding global business in the appointment of a Head of FP&A. </p><p>The business is a leading medical communications and healthcare consultancy group, serving clients across biotech, pharma, and healthcare technology. It is due to the growth that an opportunity has arisen to lead the companies FP&A function. This role is critical to supporting strategic decision-making across the business, providing high-quality analysis, reporting, and business partnering. You will lead a team of four Finance Business Partners and own the development of financial reporting through Power BI to ensure data-driven performance management across the company.</p><p>Reporting into the Group CFO, duties will include: </p><p><strong>Strategic Planning & Forecasting </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-term planning processes in close collaboration with the leadership team</li><li>Align financial plans with business objectives, market dynamics, and operational drivers</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Analysis </strong></p><ul><li>Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting across the business using Power BI dashboards and reports</li><li>Oversee analysis of revenue, margin, and cost drivers across service lines, geographies, therapeutic areas and clients</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Business partnering </strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coach a team of 4 Finance Business Partners, supporting their engagement with senior leaders across the business</li><li>Ensure the FP&A team is an effective partner to the business, driving accountability and financial understanding.</li><li>Work closely with commercial leads to evaluate client profitability, pricing models, and project-level performance</li></ul><p><strong>Decision Support & Commercial Insight </strong></p><ul><li>Support strategic decision-making through scenario modelling, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI evaluations.</li><li>Provide financial input into new business opportunities, client proposals, and contract negotiations</li><li>Identify risks and opportunities to help drive financial performance improvement.</li><li>Where needed, support on due ad hoc diligence and reporting for current/prospective capital providers, and future transactions (e.g. M&A, refinancing and exit)</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance collaborative culture </li><li>Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and support the career development of team members</li></ul><p><strong>Experience and qualifications: </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 5-7 years of progressive experience in FP&A roles</li><li>Experience in a people based business where most of the revenue was derived by fixed project fee billing.</li><li>Strong track record of delivering high-quality financial planning, analysis, and reporting in a dynamic environment</li><li>Proven leadership of a finance team and senior stakeholder engagement</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced user of Power BI with a demonstrable track record of building insightful, self-serve dashboards</li><li>Strong financial modelling and Excel capabilities</li></ul><p><strong>Personal attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Commercial mindset with strong analytical and strategic thinking</li><li>Hands-on, detail-oriented, and willing to roll up their sleeves and drive a strong financial grip on the business with an interest in the day-to-day minutiae of the business.</li><li>Excellent communication and storytelling skills, able to translate complex financial data into actionable insights</li><li>Confident, proactive, and collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, client-centric environment</li><li>A strong collaborator and team player able to operate at pace across the business, whilst instilling financial rigour and discipline</li><li>Ambitious, forward-looking and drives action with a solutions-oriented and improvement-focused mindset</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking investor backed business where you will see progression. This is a highly visible role, where you be able to add real value. Experience working in a fixed project fee billing environment is essential. </p><p>In return you will be rewarded with a market-leading salary and benefits package. Hybrid working with the requirement to be in the office 2 days per week. </p><p> </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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjQ3MDgxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Accountancy and Finance is recruiting for a strategic and hands-on <strong>Finance Director</strong> to lead a finance function for a global manufacturing business based in Leeds. In this pivotal leadership role, you'll take full ownership of financial and accounting operations across the region. You will be instrumental in supporting the business with strategic growth, driving financial performance, and partnering with executive teams across EMEA and the US.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage the EMEA Finance team, ensuring high standards in financial reporting, compliance, and analysis</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders in EMEA and globally to support business growth and decision-making</li><li>Provide insightful financial analysis to guide strategy and operational improvements</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across financial processes, systems, and controls</li><li>Ensure alignment with the businesses global financial strategy and corporate governance policies</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For: </strong></p><p><strong>Qualified Accountant ACA OR ACCA and ideally practice trained </strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a senior finance or Finance Director role within a multinational or manufacturing environment</li><li>Strong understanding of EMEA financial regulations, tax, and compliance requirements</li><li>Strategic mindset with the ability to translate financial insights into business impact</li><li>A proactive, collaborative, and hands-on leadership style</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage cross-functional teams and senior leadership</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer: </strong></p><p>Basic salary of £85-95k, plus car and lucrative bonus scheme, plus additional benefits. </p><p><strong> </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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5Ljk5NzA3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The company is one of the UK's largest private housing developers covering the North West and Central England. The Group builds premium homes and is continuing to grow. </p><p>It's due to this growth, that a Group Financial Accountant is sought to join the team located in South Manchester/Cheshire. </p><p>The role is an integral part of the finance team and is centred around delivering the Group's internal and external financial reporting obligations in an accurate and timely manner. The key responsibilities will include the preparation of monthly consolidated accounts and cashflow forecasting alongside involvement in cyclical budgeting, forecasting, audit, tax and statutory compliance as well as other group matters.</p><p>The role will report directly to the Group Financial Controller, whilst also working closely with the Finance Director. </p><ul><li>Prepare accounts for head office companies </li><li>Produce monthly consolidated accounts and financial statements.</li><li>Prepare spend analyses and cashflow projections </li><li>Carry out variance analysis against budget and forecast.</li><li>Manage the group's shared equity loan book.</li><li>Produce weekly consolidated cashflow reports for the executive.</li><li>Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are up to date and consistent across the group.</li><li>Collaborate with regional finance teams and the wider business.</li><li>Prepare budgets and forecasts for head office companies and group.</li><li>Prepare subsidiary and consolidated statutory accounts and support with the audit.</li><li>Preparation of tax packs and liaising with external tax consultants.</li><li>Continuously contribute to the enhancement of systems, controls and processes.</li><li>Deputise for the group financial controller as needed</li></ul><p>YOU: </p><ul><li>Qualified accountant: CIMA, ACCA, ACA- first time mover from practice considered</li><li>Must have group consolidation experience</li><li>Technically competent with excellent attention to detail</li><li>An interest in systems and process improvement</li><li>Team player, able to communicate with senior stakeholders </li><li>Strong Excel skills </li></ul><p>This role offers flexible working hours, a competitive package with encouragement to progress and develop. </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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjIzNTE3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> Senior Finance Business Partner | £70,000 - £80,000 + benefits | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)</p><p>Robert Half has partnered exclusively with a fast-growing and forward-thinking organisation based in Cheshire. Due to continued growth and increased demand from their client base, a brand-new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to join the team.</p><p>This role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the chance to play a pivotal part in shaping commercial and financial strategy during an exciting period of expansion.</p><p>As Senior Finance Business Partner, you will:</p><ul><li>Provide commercial insight and analysis to support decision-making across sales, marketing, and operations</li><li>Take ownership of revenue reporting, forecasting and budgeting, ensuring leadership teams have clear visibility of performance</li><li>Lead the preparation of monthly and quarterly board packs, delivering meaningful financial and operational insight</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders to develop systems, processes and reporting tools that drive efficiency and clarity</li><li>Contribute to data warehouse/reporting development, ensuring accurate, actionable insights for the executive team</li><li>Support the CFO with ad hoc projects, financial modelling, and strategic analysis</li></ul><p>About You</p><p>The company is looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with at least 5 years' post-qualification experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or a related discipline.</p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li>Strong analytical and financial modelling skills</li><li>Excellent business partnering and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach and the flexibility to support across both commercial and financial accounting tasks</li><li>Experience within consultancy, professional services, or a similar fast-paced, client-led environment (desirable)</li></ul><p>What's on Offer</p><ul><li>Salary £70,000 - £80,000 DOE</li><li>Hybrid working: 3 days office / 2 days home</li><li>Occasional travel to another UK office</li><li>Significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape financial strategy at the highest level</li></ul><p>This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys partnering with the business, and wants to make a real impact in a high-growth organisation.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi41OTE4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller - Growing SME | Leeds | £70,000-£80,000 DOE</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting on behalf of a thriving business in Leeds that's seeking a <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to lead its finance function. This is a classic Financial Controller role offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, manage a small team, and support the business through its next phase of growth.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director you'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial and management accounting, ensuring robust financial controls, and providing strategic insight to support decision-making. You'll report directly to the senior leadership team and play a key role in driving performance and efficiency across the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring high performance and development</li><li>Oversee the production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning</li><li>Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and liaise with external auditors</li><li>Develop and maintain financial controls and processes</li><li>Provide commercial insight and support strategic planning</li><li>Partner with operational teams to drive business performance</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)</li><li>Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within an SME</li><li>Strong technical and commercial acumen</li><li>Experience managing and developing finance staff</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills</li><li>Hands-on approach with the ability to operate strategically and tactically</li></ul><p> <br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £70,000-£80,000, 25 days holidays, annual bonus, private medical<br /> <strong>Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent</p><p> </p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and capable finance leader to join a business with ambition and momentum.</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjk5MTE5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
Description<br><br><p><strong>Interim Financial Controller - Walsall</strong><br /> <strong>Rate:</strong> Up to £400 per day<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Outside IR3<br /> <strong>Duration:</strong> 12-18 months</p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Financial Controller</strong> for a key 12-18 month assignment based in <strong>Walsall</strong>. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support a dynamic organization through a critical period of transformation and growth. The assignment will fall <strong>outside IR35</strong> with an attractive day rate of up to <strong>£400 per day</strong>.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and oversee the company's financial operations, including <strong>budgeting</strong>, <strong>forecasting</strong>, and <strong>management accounting</strong> to ensure effective financial controls are in place.</li><li>Manage the <strong>month-end and year-end close processes</strong>, delivering accurate and timely financial reports.</li><li>Implement robust <strong>cash flow</strong> forecasting and working capital management strategies.</li><li>Provide strategic financial direction and decision-making insights to the leadership team, supporting business transformation efforts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant financial <strong>regulations</strong>, <strong>standards</strong>, and <strong>reporting requirements</strong>.</li><li>Act as a key liaison for the <strong>external audit process</strong>, providing thorough preparation and timely responses.</li><li>Drive efficiency through process improvements and system optimization across the finance function.</li><li>Mentor and collaborate with the finance team, ensuring continuity and adherence to high-performance standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications and Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Professional accounting qualification (e.g., <strong>ACA</strong>, <strong>ACCA</strong>, <strong>CIMA</strong>, or equivalent).</li><li>Substantial experience as a <strong>Financial Controller</strong>, <strong>Finance Director</strong>, or similar senior role.</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills and detailed knowledge of <strong>IFRS/UK GAAP</strong>.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage interim assignments independently and hit the ground running.</li><li>Proven track record of delivering <strong>finance transformations</strong>, <strong>process improvements</strong>, and reporting efficiencies in a time-sensitive environment.</li><li>Advanced proficiency with financial systems; ERP system experience is advantageous.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Information:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> Walsall (on-site role)</li><li><strong>Rate:</strong> Up to £400 per day, <strong>DOE</strong> (outside IR35).</li><li><strong>Contract Length:</strong> 12-18 months with potential for extension depending on business needs.</li><li>Role suited for candidates available for <strong>immediate start</strong> or within short notice.</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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNDkwMDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
