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Assistant Operations Accountant

Banbury, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are proud to be partnering exclusively with a leading global manufacturing and retail business, to hire their next permanent Assistant Operations Accountant. This is a company where innovation, accountability and teamwork sit at the heart of everything they do. If you're someone who challenges the status quo, takes ownership and thrives in a fast-paced operational environment, this could be a brilliant home for you.Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Location: Banbury Working Pattern: Fully onsite initially, with hybrid working available once settled in<h2>The Role</h2>Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is a high-impact finance business partnering role covering UK manufacturing operations. You'll be the financial voice at the operations table - providing clear insight, challenging performance and helping drive real improvement across cost, productivity and inventory.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Owning the monthly close for operations finance - accruals, cost centre reviews and key control checks</li><li>Leading variance analysis of the operations P&L versus budget, forecast and prior year, with clear commentary on drivers and risks</li><li>Preparing monthly operations scorecards and contributing to performance reviews with senior leadership</li><li>Analysing manufacturing cost performance across labour, materials, overheads, scrap and absorption - and driving actions to improve efficiency</li><li>Owning the Fixed Asset Register and leading post-investment reviews on capex</li><li>Managing manufacturing inventory control, including valuation, variances, write-offs and provisions</li><li>Leading operations forecasting cycles and annual budget inputs, challenging assumptions with key stakeholders</li><li>Acting as business partner to Production, Engineering, Quality and CI teams, quantifying improvement opportunities and tracking cost-saving delivery</li></ul><h2>What We're Looking For</h2><ul><li>Ideally CIMA, ACCA or ACA part-qualified as a minimum - QBE also considered</li><li>Solid operations accounting background: standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation and month-end controls</li><li>Experience in a manufacturing or consumer goods environment is desirable</li><li>Strong SAP and Excel skills; Power BI experience an advantage</li><li>Confident communicator - able to translate complex financial insight for non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Proactive and self-driven, comfortable owning outputs with limited supervision</li><li>A genuine team player</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>£40,000 - £45,000 salary depending on experience</li><li>A defined path to hybrid working once you're through onboarding and training</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service</li><li>Simply Health cashback plan - covering medical, dental, optical and more</li><li>Life assurance at 2x basic salary</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 legal, financial and personal support</li><li>Long Service Awards recognising loyalty at key milestones</li><li>Pension scheme with employer contribution (matching up to 4%)</li><li>Discount platform giving access to exclusive deals and offers</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme and Electric Vehicle scheme</li><li>Free Will Writing Service and Free Mortgage Advice Service</li><li>Learning & Development budget - access to professional and personal development</li><li>Recognition Awards</li><li>A culture built on innovation, accountability and one team - where your contribution is recognised</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS4xOTEwMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-07T08:13:04Z

Non-LOB Position

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
30000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
Execution Associate - Loan ServicingLocation: City of London (Office-Based) Employment Type: Full-TimeThe OpportunityWe are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Execution Associate to support a busy Loan Servicing team. This role is responsible for coordinating the execution of legal and transaction documents, managing administrative processes, and ensuring business-critical deadlines are met.The successful candidate will be comfortable handling multiple tasks simultaneously, maintaining high levels of accuracy, and working effectively in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Coordinate the execution of legal and transaction documents, including wet-ink, electronic, and DocuSign signatures.</li><li>Manage signing processes across stakeholders and ensure documentation is completed accurately and within required timelines.</li><li>Liaise with external parties to obtain information and facilitate transaction requirements.</li><li>Monitor and maintain internal process management systems, logs, and databases.</li><li>Follow up with internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of actions.</li><li>Arrange and attend notary appointments where required.</li><li>Manage signatures, circulation, and secure storage of documentation.</li><li>Support the administration of powers of attorney for legal transactions.</li><li>Review loan documentation and process lease consents.</li><li>Complete data entry and other administrative duties as required.</li><li>Provide support on additional tasks and projects as directed.</li></ul>About YouYou will be a proactive and dependable team player with excellent organisational skills and a strong attention to detail. This role would suit a recent graduate.Skills & Experience<ul><li>Strong organisational, administrative, and time-management skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.</li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Confident working independently and taking ownership of responsibilities.</li><li>Ability to build effective relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.</li><li>Adaptable and comfortable working in a changing environment.</li><li>Good English language skills.</li></ul>What We're Looking For<ul><li>Previous experience in an administrative, operations, legal support, financial services, or document execution environment is advantageous.</li><li>Experience handling legal documentation, transaction administration, or loan servicing processes would be beneficial.</li><li>A professional approach and willingness to support business needs outside standard office hours when required.</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/Um9iaW4uSG9iYnMuNjU2MTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-10T07:04:43Z

Auditor and Accounts Manager

West End, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
<h3 data-path-to-node="1">The Company</h3>My client are a high-quality, long-standing 2-Partner accountancy practice based in Paddington. While they maintain the close-knit, supportive culture of a smaller firm, their client portfolio is exceptional and rivals that of much larger practices. They manage over 45 statutory audits across an extremely varied and high-profile client base, including regulated investment managers, prominent restaurants, travel companies, and medical/legal professionals.What truly sets my client apart is their business model: they are a fully Employee-Owned Trust. After one year of service, every member of staff becomes a co-owner of the practice, giving you a genuine stake in the business you help build. <h3 data-path-to-node="4">The Role</h3>My client are looking for a hands-on Audit & Accounts Senior to manage a varied portfolio of clients, taking sole charge of several accounts with direct client contact. The position split sits at roughly 70% Audit and 30% Accounts, reporting directly to a Manager or Associate Director.Key responsibilities include:<ul data-path-to-node="7"><li>Carrying out audit work from initial planning through to completion (primarily on-site at client premises).</li><li>Preparing non-audit accounts from clients' computerized records.</li><li>Handling corporate and personal tax compliance (my client will provide full training to upskill you in this area if required).</li><li>Utilizing IRIS software for accounts/tax returns and MyWorkPapers for paperless file management.</li></ul>Please note: This role is based in their Paddington office 5 days a week to support their collaborative team culture, with occasional flexibility available after your initial probationary period. <h3 data-path-to-node="9">The Profile</h3>My client are looking for an individual who thrives in a close-knit team and genuinely enjoys being close to the files and the data.The ideal candidate will have:<ul data-path-to-node="12"><li>A minimum of 4 years' experience working within a high-quality UK accountancy practice.</li><li>A strong background coming from a small-to-medium-sized firm environment.</li><li>Ideally be ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent).</li><li>A hands-on mindset-someone who is excited to actually do the work and prepare files, rather than just reviewing the work of others.</li><li>Prior experience with IRIS software and HAT Group methodology/MyWorkPapers is highly beneficial, though not essential.</li></ul> <h3 data-path-to-node="13">Salary & Benefits</h3><ul data-path-to-node="14"><li>Salary: Competitive and fully dependent on experience (market rate).</li><li>Ownership: Automatic entry into the Employee Ownership Trust after 12 months.</li><li>Training: Full corporate and personal tax compliance training.</li><li>Culture: A supportive environment with a great benefits package and occasional flexibility post-probation.</li></ul> My client are moving very quickly, and in-person interviews are being conducted early next week. Please apply today with your CV for immediate consideration.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/SmVybWFpbmUuTHluY2guNTUyOTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-06-04T10:57:08Z