213 results for Finance Accounting in London, London, City of

Forensic Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 67000 GBP / Yearly
Senior Accountant / Forensic Advisory ConsultantLondon | Competitive Salary + Bonus | Fast-Track Career Progression | International ExposureRobert Half is partnering exclusively with a market-leading specialist advisory firm to appoint an exceptional newly qualified ACA into a highly sought-after opportunity within its growing London team.This is not a traditional accounting role.The successful candidate will join a specialist advisory business operating at the intersection of finance, investigations, insurance, disputes and professional services, working on complex, high-profile assignments involving financial loss, fraud, cyber incidents, professional negligence matters and commercial disputes.Offering exposure typically unavailable within industry or mainstream practice, this role provides a genuine opportunity to accelerate your career, develop specialist expertise and work directly alongside senior accountants, lawyers and industry experts on intellectually challenging projects.The OpportunityYou will be involved in the investigation, analysis and resolution of complex financial matters, taking ownership of assignments from an early stage while working closely with senior stakeholders and clients across the UK and internationally.The role combines commercial problem-solving, financial analysis, report writing and client interaction, making it ideal for an ambitious accountant looking to move beyond statutory audit into a more varied and rewarding environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Investigate and analyse complex financial losses, disputes and insurance-related matters.</li><li>Review financial records, accounting evidence and supporting documentation.</li><li>Quantify losses and prepare detailed financial analyses.</li><li>Draft high-quality reports for clients, insurers and legal stakeholders.</li><li>Assist with matters involving fraud, financial crime, cyber incidents and professional negligence claims.</li><li>Liaise directly with clients, insurers, legal professionals and senior stakeholders.</li><li>Support assignments from initial investigation through to final resolution.</li><li>Contribute to business development initiatives and ongoing growth of the practice.</li><li>Develop technical expertise within a highly specialised area of advisory and consulting.</li></ul>What We're Looking For<ul><li>ACA qualified with first-time passes throughout.</li><li>Strong academic record, including a 2:1 or above from a Russell Group, Redbrick or similarly regarded university.</li><li>Degree subject demonstrating strong written communication and analytical ability, such as: <ul><li>English</li><li>History</li><li>Law</li><li>Geography</li><li>Politics</li><li>International Relations</li></ul></li><li>Trained within a Top 20 accountancy practice, leading mid-tier firm, National Audit Office or similar environment.</li><li>Background in Audit, Forensic Advisory, Investigations or Financial Due Diligence.</li><li>Exceptional report-writing skills with the ability to communicate complex financial matters clearly and concisely.</li><li>Polished, articulate and professional with excellent stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Naturally inquisitive, commercially minded and able to think critically when solving complex problems.</li><li>Ambitious and looking to build a long-term career within a highly specialist advisory environment.</li></ul>Why This Opportunity Stands Out<ul><li>Rare opportunity to move into a highly niche and intellectually stimulating area of advisory.</li><li>Work on complex investigations, financial disputes, professional negligence and commercial claims.</li><li>Exposure to international assignments and global stakeholders.</li><li>Significant responsibility and client interaction from day one.</li><li>Opportunity to work alongside leading accountants, lawyers and industry specialists.</li><li>Fast-track progression within a high-growth and meritocratic business.</li><li>Competitive salary, bonus and long-term earning potential.</li><li>Clear route towards becoming a recognised specialist within your field.</li></ul>This role will suit a high-calibre ACA who has excelled academically and professionally, enjoys solving complex problems and possesses the communication skills and commercial mindset to thrive in a specialist advisory environment. For individuals looking to step away from traditional audit while retaining the technical challenge and intellectual rigour of professional services, opportunities of this nature are exceptionally rare. 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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi40ODY4Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-03T07:02:33Z

Accounts Payable Assistant

Oxford, Oxfordshire
remote
Contract
35000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
<h2>Accounts Payable Specialist (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)</h2>Location: Oxford (hybrid role & onsite parking) Salary: £35,000Robert Half Ltd are pleased to be working with a business based in Oxford that are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join its Finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage, supporting the full accounts payable function while playing a key role in a major system migration. <h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, reconciliations and payment runs</li><li>Maintain supplier records and resolve invoice queries</li><li>Assist with month-end activities and financial controls</li><li>Support the finance team throughout the SAP S/4HANA implementation, helping ensure a smooth system transition</li><li>Work closely with stakeholders across the business to improve processes and resolve issues</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Confident in an Accounts Payable role </li><li>Essential: Previous experience working with SAP/S4Hanna </li><li>Strong Excel skills and excellent attention to detail</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMjAyNTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-07T09:14:19Z

Management Accountant

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Contract
300 - 325 GBP / Daily
Management Accountant - 1 day in office - Slough - £300 - £325 per day Role PurposeA hands-on finance business partnering role responsible for delivering management accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, and commercial support across multiple business units. The role also provides leadership and support to management accountants, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls, and effective decision-making support for operational stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Analysis<ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts and performance reports.</li><li>Analyse financial results, variances, and key performance indicators (KPIs).</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes.</li></ul>Budgeting & Forecasting<ul><li>Lead budgeting and forecasting activities across business units.</li><li>Challenge assumptions and identify financial risks and opportunities.</li><li>Support capital expenditure planning and investment decisions.</li></ul>Cost Control & Business Performance<ul><li>Monitor costs against budgets and identify efficiency improvements.</li><li>Provide analysis of labour, materials, and operational costs.</li><li>Support operational teams in improving profitability and performance.</li></ul>Cash Flow & Working Capital<ul><li>Monitor cash flow performance and working capital metrics.</li><li>Develop cash flow forecasts and support cash recovery initiatives.</li></ul>Financial Business Partnering<ul><li>Provide financial insight and recommendations to operational leaders.</li><li>Support project performance reviews, pricing decisions, and business planning.</li><li>Develop financial models and sensitivity analyses to support decision-making.</li></ul>Compliance & Process Improvement<ul><li>Support audit requirements and maintain strong financial controls.</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems.</li><li>Assist in developing finance team capability and best practices.</li></ul>Key Skills & Experience<ul><li>Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Excellent analytical and cost analysis skills.</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.</li><li>Ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.</li><li>Experience leading or supporting finance team members.</li><li>Professional accounting qualification (preferred).</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/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS44ODgzMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-06-18T15:24:58Z

Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
79000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Real Estate | Central London (Hybrid) | £80,000| Permanent RoleRobert Half are working with a large, international real estate and professional services organisation to recruit a permanent Financial Controller into a high-profile technical accounting leadership role supporting their UK & Ireland finance function.Reporting into the Country Controller, this position offers an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a significant area of the balance sheet within a complex, multi-entity business. You'll combine strong technical accounting expertise with commercial judgement, working closely with finance teams across the UK and international shared service centres to ensure robust financial reporting, strong governance, and continuous process improvement. This is a highly visible role offering significant exposure to senior finance leadership and the opportunity to influence how finance operates across the wider business. Due to Business Needs, there is a strong preference for candidates who are available at short notice, although applications from those with up to a three-month notice period will also be considered. About the PositionReporting into the Country Controller, you will be responsible for:<ul><li>Taking full ownership of a defined area of the balance sheet, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, accounting treatment, and supporting judgements. * Leading the SOX and internal controls framework for your area, strengthening governance and driving continuous improvements across finance processes. * Reviewing and challenging month-end close activities delivered by international finance teams, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance. * Acting as the technical accounting lead for your area, providing guidance on complex accounting matters and supporting key business decisions. * Owning balance sheet reconciliations, movement analysis, and reporting commentary for senior finance leadership. * Managing external audit requirements for your area, including statutory reporting, disclosures, and responses to audit queries. * Maintaining and resolving accounting exceptions, identifying root causes and implementing long-term process improvements. * Coaching and developing junior finance colleagues while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.</li></ul> What We're Looking For<ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA). * Big 4 trained, with a strong technical accounting foundation. * Strong technical accounting experience gained within a complex, listed, multi-entity organisation. * Experience operating within a SOX or highly controlled financial environment. * Strong understanding of both UK GAAP and US GAAP, with Irish GAAP knowledge beneficial but not essential. * Previous ownership of significant balance sheet areas and complex accounting judgements. * Proven ability to work effectively with shared service or offshore finance teams. * Strong stakeholder management skills with confidence to challenge, influence, and support senior colleagues. * Previous experience developing junior team members and promoting continuous improvement. * An interest in automation, technology, and leveraging AI to enhance finance processes would be highly advantageous.</li></ul> Here's What's Waiting for You<ul><li>£80,000 base salary plus bonus. * Flexible hybrid working model based in Central London. * A high-profile technical accounting role within a large international real estate organisation. * Significant exposure to senior finance leadership and business-critical decision making. * Opportunities to lead finance transformation initiatives, strengthen controls, and improve reporting processes. * Excellent long-term career progression within a well-established global finance function.</li></ul> Why This Role Could Be Your Next MoveThis is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant looking to step into a broad leadership role with genuine ownership and influence. You'll combine technical expertise with stakeholder management, process improvement, and team leadership, helping shape the future of finance within a complex international business. If you're looking for a position that offers challenge, visibility, and long-term progression, this role provides an outstanding next step.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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuODYwNzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-07T12:57:29Z

Management Accountant

Yarnton, Oxfordshire
remote
Temporary
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
<h3>Management Accountant (6-Month Temporary Contract)</h3>Locatoin: Yarnton Temporary: 6 Months Hours: Full-timeRobert Half Ltd are working with a business in Yarnton that are looking for a Management Accountant to join the team on a 6-month temporary contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive finance professional who can hit the ground running and provide valuable support. <h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, including journals, accruals and prepayments</li><li>Produce financial reports and variance analysis</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Prepare and analyse financial information to support business decisions</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting and financial planning</li><li>Support process improvements and ad hoc finance projects</li></ul> <h3>What they're looking for </h3> <ul><li>Strong month-end accounting experience</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience using finance systems</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMzM3NDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-02T13:56:33Z

Commercial Accountant

Stokenchurch, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
38000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Commercial Accounting Manager</h1>Location: Stokenchurch (Hybrid)Salary: Competitive + Benefits<h2>The Opportunity</h2>Robert Half is partnering with a successful and growing organisation to recruit a Commercial Accounting Manager to join its finance team.This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded accountant looking to play a key role in financial reporting, business partnering and commercial decision-making. Working closely with operational stakeholders, you'll provide financial insight, support budgeting and forecasting, and help drive business performance across multiple cost centres and business units.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Prepare and review monthly management accounts, including revenue, cost of sales, gross profit, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Analyse financial performance, identifying trends, risks, opportunities and key variances against budget and forecast.</li><li>Partner with operational stakeholders to prepare budgets and ensure profitability is maintained.</li><li>Support forecasting, financial planning and commercial decision-making through insightful reporting and analysis.</li><li>Prepare financial commentary for senior leadership.</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.</li><li>Support month-end, year-end and audit processes.</li><li>Drive continuous improvements to financial reporting, controls and processes.</li><li>Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic business initiatives.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA (or actively studying towards qualification).</li><li>Previous experience within a commercial accounting or management accounting role.</li><li>Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse and interpret financial data.</li><li>Confident communicating financial information to non-financial stakeholders.</li><li>Commercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Experience with ERP systems; PeopleSoft or Planning Analytics experience is advantageous but not essential.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>Hybrid working.</li><li>Study support and ongoing professional development.</li><li>Genuine career progression within a growing organisation.</li><li>Exposure to senior stakeholders and commercial decision-making.</li><li>Supportive, collaborative finance team with opportunities to make a real impact.</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uMzM4OTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-05T09:39:25Z

Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
85000 - 95000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | London-Based (Predominantly Remote) | Up to £95,000 + Bonus + Share Options + Private Medical Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a fast-growing financial services business to appoint a Financial Controller. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant looking to step into a broad and high-impact leadership role within a dynamic environment. We are particularly interested in candidates who are Big 4 or Top 10 trained, with approximately 3-4+ years of post-qualified industry experience. Financial services experience would be advantageous, but we are open to candidates from other sectors with a strong technical accounting background.The role is predominantly remote; however, applicants must be based in London or the surrounding areas. Package<ul><li>Up to £95,000 base salary (depending on experience)</li><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>Share options</li><li>Private medical cover</li><li>Flexible, predominantly remote working</li></ul> Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead, develop and mentor a finance team.</li><li>Provide technical accounting guidance, including the preparation of accounting papers and technical assessments.</li><li>Support strategic finance initiatives, including new entity set-up, financial modelling and commercial analysis.</li><li>Review monthly management accounts and oversee complex journal entries.</li><li>Lead the half-year reporting process.</li><li>Maintain and update technical accounting disclosures within financial reports.</li><li>Take ownership of year-end financial reporting, including:</li><ul><li>UK statutory accounts</li><li>US reporting requirements</li><li>Reporting across three legal entities</li></ul><li>Consolidate the US subsidiary into the UK group accounts.</li><li>Review VAT and corporate tax submissions.</li><li>Manage the R&D tax relief process and liaise with HMRC where required.</li><li>Present financial information and key findings to the Audit Committee and Board.</li></ul> Candidate Profile<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent).</li><li>Big 4 or Top 10 training highly desirable.</li><li>Strong technical accounting and group consolidation experience.</li><li>Approximately 3-4+ years of post-qualified industry experience.</li><li>Financial services experience preferred but not essential.</li><li>Proven people management and leadership capability.</li><li>Collaborative and engaging management style, with the ability to motivate, develop and support a high-performing team.</li></ul> This role would suit an ambitious finance professional who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with team leadership and strategic business partnering.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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuMjM2NTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-20T14:53:35Z

Forensic Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Forensic Accountant - Forensic & Financial ClaimsLondonRobert Half is exclusively partnering with a highly regarded specialist professional services firm to recruit a Senior Accountant into their growing London team.This is a genuinely unique opportunity for a newly qualified ACA looking to move away from traditional audit and into a commercially focused, investigative role sitting at the intersection of accounting, insurance, legal services and complex financial disputes.Working as part of a multidisciplinary team of accountants and legal professionals, you will investigate, quantify and report on complex financial losses, supporting major insurance claims across a broad range of industries and jurisdictions.<h3>The Opportunity</h3>You will be involved in high-profile assignments relating to:<ul><li>Financial crime and fraud investigations</li><li>Cyber-related losses and business interruption claims</li><li>Professional negligence matters</li><li>Banking, financial services and fiduciary-related disputes</li><li>Trade credit and political risk claims</li><li>Complex financial loss quantification exercises</li></ul>This is a highly analytical and report-driven role, offering exposure to international assignments, senior stakeholders and intellectually challenging work from day one.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Investigating complex financial loss and insurance claims</li><li>Analysing financial information, business records and supporting evidence</li><li>Preparing detailed written reports for insurers, legal teams and other stakeholders</li><li>Quantifying financial losses and supporting settlement negotiations</li><li>Managing claims from initial notification through to final resolution</li><li>Liaising with clients, insurers, lawyers and other professional advisers</li><li>Supporting business development initiatives and client relationship management</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We are keen to speak with ambitious individuals who combine strong technical accounting skills with exceptional written communication abilities.Requirements:<ul><li>ACA qualified (or recently qualified)</li><li>Trained within accounting practice, ideally in Audit</li><li>Up to 2 years' post-qualified experience</li><li>Strong academic background, ideally from a Russell Group or Red Brick university</li><li>Degree in a non-numerical discipline such as English, History, Law, Geography, Politics or a similar essay-based subject</li><li>Outstanding report writing and written communication skills</li><li>Commercial mindset and intellectual curiosity</li><li>Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Exposure to forensic accounting, investigations or disputes work</li><li>Insurance sector experience</li><li>Additional language skills, particularly Spanish</li><li>Experience producing detailed technical or analytical reports</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Clear progression and fast-track career development</li><li>Exposure to complex, international assignments</li><li>Opportunity to work alongside both accounting and legal specialists</li><li>Diverse and intellectually stimulating caseload</li><li>Strong mentoring and professional development support</li><li>Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package</li><li>Opportunity for international travel</li></ul>This role would particularly suit a newly qualified ACA who enjoys problem-solving, investigation, written analysis and stakeholder interaction, and is looking for an alternative career path outside of traditional finance roles. 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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi44ODI3My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-31T06:47:47Z

Management Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a leading Investment firm in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, interim Qualified Accountant for 9 months.Role:Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Qualified Accountant to join their finance team.In this role you will be responsible for the following duties: <ul><li>Ownership of the management accounting cycle and support wider financial reporting, tax and budgeting processes for the business.</li><li>Prepare management accounts, post journal entries, perform bank reconciliations, and prepare the consolidation package</li><li>Liaise with the external auditor and tax advisor to support preparation of statutory accounts and the tax return</li><li>Oversee the payments and invoicing procedure</li><li>Prepare the annual budget and update forecasts on a regular basis</li><li>Analyse variances between budget, actual results and forecast, and monitor progress against budget </li></ul>Profile:The successful interim Accountant will be a qualified accountant have strong working knowledge of IFRS, be able to take full ownership of the monthly reporting whilst also having the ability to analyse large data sets.You must be immediate or on a 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role. Client:Our client is a Japanese investment firm based in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, Qualified Accountant for 9 months to cover a maternity leave. This role will be office based 5 days per week initially and once probation is passed you will have the option of hybrid working of 3 days per week in the office.Salary & Benefits:This interim Accountant role will be paying £70,000-80,000 per annum dependant on experience 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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi44OTA4Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-06-19T15:25:59Z

Finance Manager

London, London
remote
Contract
350 - 400 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Finance Manager to assist them for 3-6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Validate the month end management accounts prepared by management accountant, ensuring all balance sheet accounts and P&L details are fully reconciled.</li><li>Preparation of Group consolidated monthly reports including inter-company eliminations and reconciliation</li><li>Ensure all group entity tax platforms have been completed, filled and reconciled on time</li><li>Prepare the MI Pack for board and external reporting requirements, including all relevant commentary.</li><li>Authorise the weekly pay runs in line with cash flow plans</li><li>Oversee the cash collection processes ensuring customer are paying in line with agreed terms.</li><li>Prepare the 6 week detailed rolling cash flow plan for the HOF.</li><li>Prepare the 13 week rolling cash flow plan, identifying any gaps from sales, operations and AP payment requirements to be corrected pre the 6 week detailed plan for the HOF.</li><li>Prepare the 22 week rolling overview cash flow plan, highlighting gaps or opportunities with relevant dept teams & HOF.</li><li>Assist the HOF with the implementation of financial reporting deadlines ensuring all deadlines are adhered to.</li><li>Working closely with the Product Development, Marketing and Operations teams to ensure spending is on track and in line with budget.</li><li>Analysis of monthly sales by product, brand, market and customer.</li><li>Preparation of weekly flash sales reports and commentary.</li><li>Leading the finance teams NOVA intelligence system integration, deployment and enhancement.</li><li>Authorising the quarterly royalty statements for submission to external third party IP licensors.</li><li>Management of royalty advance payments and minimum guarantees, maintaining accurate reconciliations of royalties reported versus payments made.</li><li>Overseeing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable including review of weekly payment runs and highlighting areas of concern to the HOF in a timely manner.</li><li>Initially this role may involve some processing of AP invoices. As we upgrade our systems and automate processes, this part of the role will transition to the Finance Assistant.</li><li>Ensuring submission of quarterly VAT returns.</li><li>Assist the HOF with the preparation of quarterly forecasts, annual budget and quarterly cashflow forecasts.</li><li>Support the HOF in reviewing financial processes as well as implementing controls and efficiencies where necessary.</li><li>Production of year end reports and schedules and liaison with external accountants for the preparation of the statutory accounts.</li></ul>ProfileThe successful, temporary Finance Manager will either qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent qualification) or consider Qualified by experience. You will be happy to be hands on and have experience managing the audits. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a growing manufacturing business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:The temporary Finance Manager role will be paying circa £350 - £425 per day, dependant on experience.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/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC40NDQ0MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-08T14:58:07Z

Accounts assistant

London, London
remote
Contract
14 - 16 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Metal Brokers in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Accounts assistant for 6-12 months.Role:Our client is looking for an immediate interim Accounts Assistant to assist them for 6-12 months. You will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Process daily client collateral movements, ensuring timely execution and accurate reconciliation of client and counterparty transactions.</li><li>Monitor client accounts for margin requirements and coordinate with the appropriate teams to ensure sufficient funds are available.</li><li>Track margin balances and ensure that client margin calls are fulfilled promptly to maintain optimal liquidity levels.</li><li>Assist in managing the firm's daily cash flow, ensuring payments are processed according to the firm's liquidity and risk management policies.</li><li>Support the Financial Controller with daily treasury operations and cash flow forecasts.</li><li>Maintain and update client account information, ensuring that all financial data is accurate and up to date.</li><li>Assist with daily and monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy of all financial transactions and client balances.</li><li>Assist in reconciling FX positions, margin accounts, and other client-related financial records.</li><li>Support the reconciliation of LME cash, collateral accounts, and other related financial data.</li><li>Ensure that all client payments and receipts are accurately recorded in the accounting system.</li><li>Providing an excellent level of customer service, responding in a timely manner to queries from clients and the Japanese subsidiary.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide support during the annual audit process, assisting with the preparation of financial statements and liaising with external auditors.</li><li>Assist with the preparation and filing of VAT returns, corporation tax, and other HMRC-related documentation.</li><li>Provide general support to the finance team in various day-to-day financial operations, including invoice processing and payments.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of financial transactions, ensuring all supporting documentation is filed appropriately for auditing purposes.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of reports and ad-hoc requests from senior management and other departments.</li><li>Assist with employee expenses, and other HR-related financial tasks as required.</li></ul> Profile:The successful interim Accounts Assistant will have 6 months years experience You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Salary & Benefits:This role is paying between £14-£16p/h 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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjQ4MDM3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-12T07:45:37Z

Finance Assistant

Bicester, Oxfordshire
remote
Contract
28000 - 31000 GBP / Yearly
<h2>Finance Assistant - 12 Month FTC - up to £31,000 </h2>Robert Half Ltd are pleased to be partnering with a well-established business based in Bicester to recruit a Finance Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative finance team, supporting the day-to-day finance function in a varied and fast-paced role where you'll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of financial operations. <h3>The Role</h3>You'll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of financial operations, including:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Processing sales and purchase invoices</li><li>Managing employee expenses and company credit card transactions</li><li>Completing bank reconciliations</li><li>Supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit control activities</li><li>Preparing supplier payment runs and processing payments</li><li>Setting up new supplier and customer accounts</li><li>Responding to finance queries and providing support across the business</li></ul> <h3>About You</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience in a similar role</li><li>A good understanding of invoice processing, bank reconciliations and payment processes</li><li>Credit control experience and strong attention to detail</li><li>Experience using an ERP or accounting system</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuNzcxNzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-29T15:36:57Z

Qualified Management Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Qualified Management Accountant -Transport Industry </h1><h1>Hybrid, London</h1><h1>£55,000-£65,000K</h1>Newly Qualified ACA / ACCA ? Ready to make your first move into industry?We're partnering with a leading international business within the transport and rail industry to recruit a qualified Management Accountant to join its London finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified management accountant looking to build a commercial career in a global organisation with strong progression and development opportunities.<h3>The Role</h3>Reporting to the Head of Accounting, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and contributing to business decision-making. You'll gain broad exposure across the finance function while working closely with stakeholders across the business.<h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning cycles</li><li>Complete month-end activities including journals, accruals and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with year-end reporting and external audit</li><li>Produce financial analysis to support business performance</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders across the organisation</li><li>Support finance projects and wider corporate accounting initiatives</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Newly qualified ACA or ACCA in practice</li><li>Experience preparing accounts</li><li>Understanding of month-end processes</li><li>Confident communicator with excellent analytical skills</li><li>Proactive, organised and keen to develop within a fast-paced international environment</li><li>Experience within a multinational business is advantageous but not essential</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Salary of £55,000-£65,000</li><li>Hybrid working in Central London</li><li>Excellent first move from practice into industry</li><li>International transport business with genuine career progression</li><li>Supportive, collaborative finance team and exposure to senior stakeholders</li></ul>If you're looking to make your first move into industry and join a growing international business where you can accelerate your career, I'd love to hear from you.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/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS45MTcyNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-10T14:35:25Z

Management Accountant

Royston, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is proud to be exclusively partnered with a privately owned group organisation near Royston in the recruitment of a permanent Management Accountant. This is a role that will require full-time onsite working. This is a great opportunity for someone who has experience producing, or assisting with, management accounts and is looking to take the next step in their career. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll be joining a growing business where you'll gain exposure to a wide range of finance responsibilities across multiple entities.It's a varied role that will suit someone who enjoys getting involved, wants to continue learning and is keen to develop within a supportive finance team.Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts/financial statements</li><li>Prepare journals, including accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Provide analysis of various business interests including profitability and financial modelling</li><li>Complete balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Support the month-end and year-end close process.</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting.</li><li>Produce financial reports and analyse variances.</li><li>Support the monthly payroll process.</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting.</li><li>Help improve finance processes and reporting where possible.</li><li>Provide support to the CFO on ad hoc finance projects.</li></ul>About YouYou'll ideally be:<ul><li>Part-qualified or actively studying (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) </li><li>Experienced in preparing, or supporting, management accounts.</li><li>Comfortable with accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Confident using Excel and accounting software.</li><li>Organised, accurate and able to manage your own workload.</li><li>Someone with a positive attitude who's keen to develop and take on more responsibility.</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li>£40,000 - £45,000 salary.</li><li>Discretionary bonus.</li><li>The opportunity to work closely with an experienced CFO.</li><li>Exposure to group finance across a diverse business.</li><li>A varied role with genuine opportunities to develop your career.</li><li>Full-time office-based position near Royston</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjIwMzQ0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-07-29T08:00:44Z

Financial Controller

East Sussex, East Sussex
remote
Permanent
60000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Property Development | East Sussex | Hybrid (2 Days in the Office) | £60,000 - £75,000 | Permanent RoleRobert Half are partnering with a well-established property development business to recruit a Financial Controller into a broad and varied finance role. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this position offers the opportunity to take ownership of financial reporting, forecasting, statutory accounting and financial control, while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to join a growing organisation where they can make a real impact across financial reporting, forecasting, business partnering and process improvement. The role offers significant exposure to the leadership team and the opportunity to contribute to the continued development of the finance function. About the PositionReporting into the Finance Director, you will be responsible for:<ul><li>Preparing the monthly management accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and supporting schedules. * Producing board reports with insightful commentary on financial performance, key variances and business risks. * Managing the monthly forecasting process, updating forecasts and preparing reports for senior leadership. * Supporting cash flow forecasting and providing regular analysis on movements, risks and opportunities. * Providing financial support to operational stakeholders on project costs, WIP reporting, VAT matters and key business decisions. * Preparing quarterly VAT returns and supporting other tax reporting requirements. * Assisting with the year-end audit process, preparing statutory accounting schedules and responding to auditor requests. * Supporting the continued development of finance systems, identifying opportunities to improve reporting and increase automation. * Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring consistency between management and statutory reporting. * Producing ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making across the business.</li></ul> What We're Looking For<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), although newly qualified accountants from an audit background will also be considered. * Strong experience preparing management accounts, statutory accounts and financial reporting. * Good technical accounting knowledge, including experience of FRS102. * Experience of forecasting, budgeting and cash flow management. * Exposure to the construction or housebuilding sector would be hugely advantageous, but is not essential.</li></ul> Here's What's Waiting for You<ul><li>£60,000 - £75,000 salary depending on experience. * Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the office. * A broad and varied Financial Controller role with genuine ownership and exposure to senior leadership. * The opportunity to work closely with the Finance Director and influence key financial decisions. * A growing property development business with ambitious plans and a collaborative working environment. * The chance to improve finance processes and help shape the future of the finance function. * Excellent long-term career progression as the business continues to expand.</li></ul> Why This Role Could Be Your Next MoveThis is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant looking for a broad Financial Controller position with genuine ownership and visibility. You'll play a pivotal role across management reporting, forecasting, statutory accounting, tax, audit and finance systems, while working closely with senior stakeholders to support informed business decisions. If you're looking for a role offering variety, responsibility and long-term career progression within a growing property development business, this could be the ideal next step.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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMzM1NTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-14T09:29:01Z

Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
135000 - 140000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Real Estate Development | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £140,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are recruiting for a Financial Controller to join a growing, international real estate development business on a permanent basis, based in Central London.This is a senior leadership role within a growing EMEA business, offering the opportunity to lead a multi-country controllership function, partner directly with executive leadership, and shape financial reporting, governance, and controls across a complex international structure.The business operates across large-scale real estate development and investment projects throughout Europe, with a focus on high-value commercial and logistics assets. Backed by a major global organisation, the platform combines the pace and entrepreneurial culture of a growing business with the technical rigour and reporting standards of a US-listed environment. This role sits at the centre of that balance, requiring both exceptional technical capability and the confidence to influence at the highest levels. About the PositionReporting into senior leadership, you will play a key role in supporting the business through:<ul><li>Leading the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process across the EMEA region, ensuring timely and accurate reporting under US GAAP. * Overseeing statutory reporting and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, working closely with external providers and advisors. * Managing complex consolidations, intercompany reporting, and regional financial controls within a large multinational structure. * Acting as the key finance business partner to senior stakeholders across Operations, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and executive leadership. * Reviewing and challenging accounting treatment across development transactions, management contracts, joint ventures, and equity arrangements. * Supporting technical accounting matters including revenue recognition, impairments, carried interest, incentive structures, and IFRS 15 considerations. * Leading audit relationships across multiple entities and ensuring compliance within a SOX-controlled environment. * Interpreting complex legal and commercial agreements and translating them into clear accounting conclusions and reporting outcomes. * Enhancing the control environment and helping establish scalable processes within a growing and evolving business. * Managing competing priorities across US group reporting requirements and local statutory obligations across EMEA. * Leading and developing a high-performing finance team while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li></ul> What We're Looking For<ul><li>ACA qualified, ideally trained within a Big 4 environment. * Approximately 15+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience within large multinational businesses. * Prior experience operating within a US-listed or highly regulated public-company environment with exposure to SOX controls and rigorous reporting deadlines. * Strong technical accounting expertise across US GAAP, IFRS, and multi-jurisdiction statutory reporting. * Proven experience leading controllership, financial reporting, or group finance functions within complex international organisations. * Strong consolidations experience within complex corporate structures. * Demonstrable ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders across both finance and non-finance functions. * Commercially minded with strong presence, credibility, and business partnering capability at executive level. </li></ul> Here's What's Waiting for You<ul><li>A highly visible leadership role within an internationally backed real estate platform experiencing continued growth across EMEA. * Significant exposure to senior executives and the opportunity to influence key operational and strategic decisions. * Ownership of a broad and complex controllership remit across multiple countries and reporting frameworks. * The opportunity to shape and strengthen processes, controls, and finance infrastructure within an entrepreneurial environment. * A dynamic and collaborative culture where finance plays a central role in commercial decision-making. * A genuine opportunity to combine technical excellence, leadership, and strategic business partnering in one role.</li></ul> Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance leader to step into an FD-grade controllership role within a highly commercial and technically challenging environment. You'll work closely with senior leadership across Europe and the US, lead a critical finance function through its next phase of growth, and play a key role in building a scalable, best-in-class control environment. If you're looking for a role that combines complex technical accounting, international exposure, senior stakeholder management, and the opportunity to influence a growing business, this position offers an outstanding platform for long-term progression.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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMTA2MjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-06-24T11:23:01Z

Accounts Assistant (Graduate)

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
Are you a recent Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business graduate looking for your first opportunity in finance? We are working with a successful and growing business based in Theale, Reading. Seeking a bright, enthusiastic Graduate Finance Assistant to join its Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has the academic grounding and personality to build a long-term career in finance, but is now looking for the practical experience to go with it. You don't need to know everything already. Training will be provided, and the role is designed to give you exposure to a broad range of finance activities while you develop your technical skills and confidence. What will you be doing? You'll initially take responsibility for a range of billing and sales ledger activities, learning how transactions move through the business and ensuring everything is accurate and completed on time. As you develop, you'll gain exposure to:<ul><li>Raising and processing sales invoices</li><li>Billing and sales ledger administration</li><li>Revenue reconciliations</li><li>Checking and maintaining financial records</li><li>Payment runs</li><li>Contractor and customer billing</li><li>General ledger activity</li><li>Month-end processes</li><li>Financial reporting</li><li>Excel and finance systems</li><li>Supporting process and system improvements</li></ul> You'll work closely with colleagues across the business, so this is a great role for someone who enjoys working with people as well as numbers. Why this is a great first finance jobThis isn't a role where you'll be expected to sit quietly processing invoices all day.You'll be joining an established Finance team where you can learn from experienced colleagues, ask questions and gradually take on more responsibility. The business has successfully developed graduates previously, with people progressing significantly within their first year. You'll have a strong peer group around you and the opportunity to build your career alongside them. The company is also investing in its finance infrastructure, including new finance and CRM systems, giving you the opportunity to develop your systems knowledge from an early stage. What we're looking forWe're interested in graduates who can demonstrate:<ul><li>A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or a related subject</li><li>Strong attention to detail</li><li>Good Excel skills</li><li>A willingness to learn</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>A positive, enthusiastic attitude</li><li>The ability to work at pace and manage competing priorities</li><li>A genuine interest in building a career in finance</li></ul> Previous finance experience is helpful but not essential. If you've completed an internship, placement, part-time finance role or have relevant experience from university, we'd love to hear from you. Professional developmentThis is a role where your development matters. You'll receive structured training and exposure to different areas of finance, with the opportunity to continue studying towards an accounting qualification as your career progresses. The long-term aim is to develop you into a well-rounded finance professional rather than simply keep you focused on transactional tasks. The person we're looking for Above all, we're looking for someone who is bright, personable and hungry to learn. If you're the sort of graduate who wants to understand why something works rather than simply being told what buttons to press, enjoys working with people and wants to build a genuine career in finance, this could be an excellent first step. 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/SmFtZXMuQWRleS41NjY4Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-14T15:18:14Z

Group Finance Controller - Fixed Term

Hayes, London
remote
Contract
100000 - 120000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Group Financial Controller - Fixed Term Contract (6 Months)</h1>Location: Hayes Working Pattern: 4 days per week on-site Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 + retention bonus + pension Start Date: ASAP (could start as early as next week) Contract: 6-month fixed term contractRobert Half is working with a leading international business to recruit an experienced Group Financial Controller on a 6-month fixed term contract.This is a key role within the finance function, requiring a highly experienced financial controller with strong multi-entity, international exposure, excellent technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex group environment.<h2>The Role</h2>As Group Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the Group's financial control environment, ensuring robust governance, accurate reporting, and strong financial discipline across multiple entities and jurisdictions.You will work closely with senior finance leadership and wider stakeholders, providing both hands-on leadership and technical expertise.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading and overseeing the Group financial control function across multiple entities.</li><li>Managing and strengthening financial controls, governance, and reporting processes.</li><li>Delivering accurate and timely month-end and management accounts.</li><li>Preparing management accounts in US GAAP.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with UK GAAP / FRS 102 and relevant group reporting standards.</li><li>Supporting statutory accounts preparation, audit processes, and tax return filings.</li><li>Reviewing and improving financial processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.</li><li>Identifying control weaknesses and implementing effective remediation plans.</li><li>Working within a multi-national, multi-entity structure with complex reporting requirements.</li><li>Providing technical accounting support across the wider finance team.</li><li>Supporting senior leadership with ad-hoc analysis, projects, and strategic initiatives.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>The successful candidate will be a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with significant experience operating at Group Financial Controller level or within a similar senior financial control role.You will ideally have:<ul><li>ACA or ACCA qualification - essential</li><li>Strong experience in financial controls, governance, and group reporting</li><li>Proven experience in a multi-national, multi-entity environment</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS 102</li><li>Experience producing US GAAP management accounts</li><li>Exposure to ASC 842 (US leasing) and ideally IFRS 15 & IFRS 16</li><li>Strong technical accounting background</li><li>Experience overseeing statutory accounts, audit processes, and tax return filings</li><li>Strong leadership and people management experience</li><li>Ability to operate effectively in both strategic and hands-on capacities</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>Ability to start quickly and make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><h2>The Opportunity</h2>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Group Financial Controller to join a complex, international business on a 6-month fixed term contract with an immediate start available.The role offers a competitive salary of £100,000 - £120,000, plus retention bonus and pension, and requires four days per week on-site in Hayes.If you are an immediately available or soon-to-be-available ACA/ACCA qualified Financial Controller with strong international and technical accounting experience, I would be very keen to speak with you.Please apply with your CV or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.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/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNzA5MDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-12T12:42:33Z

Project Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
350 - 400 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Project Accountant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for the following duties:<ul><li>Project accounting </li><li>Management accounts </li><li>financial reporting </li><li>Statutory accounts </li><li>VAT reporting </li><li>Liaising with external advisers </li><li>System - Quickbooks </li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Project Accountant will either be qualified and have previous project accounting experience. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a growing Publishing Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:This temporary Project Accountant will be paying circa £350-£400 per day via an umbrella company, dependant on experience.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/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjQzMzk4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-02T18:25:03Z

Finance Manager

Bicester, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in Bicester to recruit a Finance Manager. The Finance Manager will receive a package of up to £70,000 (up to £57,000 base plus generous bonus) along with other benefits including hybrid remote working! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li> Financial Leadership & Strategy: Spearheading all financial operations for the UK entity, ensuring robust financial governance, strategic alignment and full compliance with internal and external standards.</li><li>Team Leadership & Development: Leading, mentoring, and inspiring a high-performing Finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.</li><li>Business Partnering: Serving as a proactive and trusted financial advisor to the BCGB leadership structure, including the Managing Director and functional heads. Taking ownership of translating complex financial data into strategic, actionable insights that enable informed decision-making, drive operational excellence and support sustainable growth.</li><li>Performance Management & Reporting: Driving the preparation and delivery of accurate, timely and insightful financial reports, forecasts and variance analyses to empower data-driven decision-making.</li><li>Compliance & Risk Oversight: Ensuring unwavering adherence to UK tax regulations, statutory reporting and internal audit requirements while identifying and mitigating financial risks with foresight and precision.</li><li>Project & Revenue Control: Owning the monthly project risk review process, overseeing revenue recognition and ensuring accurate margin tracking and proactive debt collection in collaboration with project and sales teams.</li><li>Treasury & Cash Flow Management: Managing treasury activities, including cash flow forecasting and foreign currency hedging, in close coordination with Group Finance.</li><li>Team Leadership & Development: Leading, mentoring, and inspiring a high-performing Finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>Professional Experience: 5+ years managing finance administration in small to mid-sized organisations, with strong knowledge of UK tax legislation and IFRS.</li><li>Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams and deliver results in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.</li><li>Customer Focus: Excellent communication skills with a strong customer-centric approach and ability to build collaborative relationships.</li><li>Organisation: Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a focus on improving financial processes.</li><li>Self-Motivation: Proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement in dynamic environments.</li><li>Cross-Cultural Collaboration: Builds inclusive, collaborative relationships across diverse teams and cultures.</li><li>Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Office, accounting software, and financial systems, with a focus on leveraging technology to improve efficiency.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNjU0ODUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-21T11:00:02Z

Graduate Financial Operations Analyst

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a leading global financial services organisation to recruit a Graduate Financial Operations Analyst working in a modern Payments & Settlements Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with up to 18 months' experience, or someone looking to take the next step in their finance career within a fast-paced and regulated environment. If you enjoy working with numbers, have exceptional attention to detail, strong reconciliation/Excel ability and are looking to build a long-term career in financial operations, payments or treasury, this role offers outstanding training, exposure to international payment processes and genuine opportunities for progression. The RoleAs part of a collaborative Payments team, you'll play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of high-value transactions across multiple entities. You'll gain exposure to payment operations, reconciliations, FX, cryptocurrency trading and financial controls while working closely with teams across the business. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Processing and releasing payments through treasury management systems and online banking platforms.</li><li>Monitoring and reconciling daily payment activity to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Investigating payment queries, including recalls, tracers and rejected payments.</li><li>Supporting the settlement of transactions and helping resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Producing reconciliations and maintaining Excel-based reporting and tracking tools.</li><li>Working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth payment operations.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency.</li><li>Ensuring all activities are completed in line with regulatory requirements and internal controls.</li><li>Assisting with project work and providing support across the wider Operations team when required.</li></ul> About YouWe're looking for someone who is eager to learn, naturally analytical and enjoys solving problems. You'll ideally have:<ul><li>A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or a related discipline.</li><li>Up to two years' experience within finance, payments, banking, treasury or financial operations.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with data.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across different teams.</li><li>A proactive mindset with a genuine interest in financial markets, payments or fintech.</li><li>Previous exposure to FX, payment processing or financial services would be advantageous but is not essential.</li></ul> What's on Offer<ul><li>Annual bonus.</li><li>25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.</li><li>Generous pension contribution.</li><li>Private medical, dental and optical cover.</li><li>Life assurance and critical illness cover.</li><li>Wellness allowance with access to ClassPass.</li><li>Learning and development programmes to support your career growth.</li><li>Five paid volunteering days each year.</li><li>Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work schemes.</li><li>A supportive, collaborative culture with excellent progression opportunities.</li></ul> If you're looking to launch or accelerate your career in financial services with a business that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion. 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/SmFtZXMuQWRleS4wMTc3Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-02T08:31:38Z

Group Financial Accountant - Hybrid role

Northampton, Northamptonshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is really excited to recruit for a Group Financial Accountant on behalf of a very profitable and successful firm. The Industry they are in is highly attractive and sought after and a very rare opportunity locally in Northampton with hybrid working.Hybrid role with 2/3 days in office and 2/3 days remoteIt is ideally suited to a newly qualified ACA or ACCA accountant looking to make their first move from practice into industry, offering exposure to a complex group environment and the opportunity to build strong technical and commercial foundations.Basic £50,000- £55,00025% bonus (paid out every year)(Full list of benefits provided and detailed specification once successful application is made)RoleYou will take ownership of core statutory reporting tasks, key balance sheet controls and audit deliverables, whilst providing support to the wider finance team on tax compliance activities, internal audit processes and financial integration work. You will play a hands‑on role in preparing financial statements, supporting the Annual Report process, and contributing to continuous improvement across systems and processes.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare statutory financial statements for multiple subsidiary companies.</li><li>Support the production of the Group Annual Report & Accounts and Interim Financial Statements.</li><li>Assist with group consolidations and technical accounting under IFRS and UK GAAP.</li><li>Prepare high-quality working papers and statutory reporting schedules.</li><li>Own key balance sheet reconciliations and maintain strong financial controls.</li><li>Support improvements to financial reporting systems, automation and process efficiencies.</li><li>Assist with strengthening internal controls and reporting processes.</li><li>Act as a key contact for the external audit, preparing audit schedules and responding to queries.</li><li>Support the delivery of year-end and interim audit requirements.</li><li>Assist with internal audit activities and Audit Committee reporting.</li><li>Provide support across Corporation Tax and VAT compliance activities where required.</li><li>Support group restructures, entity changes and acquisition accounting.</li><li>Assist with the financial integration of acquisitions and opening balance sheet adjustments.</li><li>Work closely with the wider finance team to ensure consistent application of accounting policies.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and technical accounting projects across the Group.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA or ACCA qualified.</li><li>Ideally looking to make your first move from practice into industry.</li><li>Experience preparing statutory accounts or auditing complex group structures.</li><li>Strong technical grounding in IFRS, with a desire to continue developing in this area.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail with a commitm ent to producing high-quality work.</li><li>Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across the business.</li><li>Curious, proactive and keen to continually develop your technical knowledge.</li><li>Exposure to Corporation Tax or VAT would be beneficial, although this is by no means essential.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMTcyODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-27T16:49:41Z

Accounts Assistant

London, London
remote
Permanent
30000 - 33000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is an exciting and expanding events marketing business based in central London. They plan corporate events, travel, and group logistics across London and the rest of the UK, hosting a series of unique event experiences.Due to further growth, they are looking to hire an additional member in their small finance department, as an Accounts Assistant, to join the team.RoleReporting into the Finance Manager, the Accounts Assistant will work closely with them in maintain the financial records, including purchases, sales, payments and bank reconciliations. They will take on a number of key duties including:<ul><li>Recording day-to-day financial transactions and completing the posting process</li><li>Verifying that transactions are recorded correctly for the supplier's ledger, customer ledger and general ledger</li><li>Process Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable</li><li>Complete monthly bank reconciliations and weekly supplier payment runs</li><li>Enter data, maintain records and create reports in Sage</li><li>Manage the filing of invoices and expenses, scanning, archiving and</li><li>Assist with the financial reporting</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal profile for this Accounts Assistant position, should have the following:<ul><li>1-2 years of experience within a similar transactional finance capacity with good ownership of Accounts Payable</li><li>Early stage AAT studier (or similar)</li><li>Excellent communication skills, engaging and proactive</li><li>Confident with using Excel (Pivot tables / VLOOKUPs)</li><li>Experience with Sage would be advantageous</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£30,000 to £33,000 plus additional benefits:<ul><li>Hybrid working - 3 days in office</li><li>9-5:30pm</li><li>20 days holiday (1 day increases per year)</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Medical cover</li><li>Discretionary annual bonus</li><li>Mobile phone contribution</li></ul>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjI4MTcwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-03T12:44:06Z

Group Reporting Manager

Hook, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Financial Reporting Manager</h1>Location: Hook (Hybrid)Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits<h2>The Opportunity</h2>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and growing organisation to recruit a Financial Reporting Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong qualified accountant to join a collaborative finance team, leading the financial reporting function while managing and developing a small team.Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the month-end reporting process, management accounts, balance sheet integrity, statutory reporting support and financial controls. You'll also play a key role in driving continuous improvement, strengthening reporting processes and partnering with senior stakeholders to provide meaningful financial insight.This position offers a broad and varied remit, combining technical accounting, team leadership and business partnering within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Financial Reporting</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead the month-end close process and deliver accurate monthly management accounts.</li><li>Prepare board packs, financial reports and detailed variance analysis.</li><li>Produce timely reporting with clear commentary and actionable insights.</li><li>Ensure reporting is accurate, reconciled and supported by robust audit trails.</li><li>Support Group reporting requirements and reporting deadlines.</li></ul><h3>Financial Control</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Own the balance sheet reconciliation process and strengthen financial controls.</li><li>Oversee intercompany accounting and reconciliations.</li><li>Review accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, VAT, revenue and other key balance sheet areas.</li><li>Ensure journals are accurate, appropriately supported and reviewed.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register and prepare VAT returns.</li></ul><h3>Business Partnering & Planning</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting activities.</li><li>Partner with operational stakeholders to provide commercial insight and improve financial understanding.</li><li>Deliver meaningful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.</li></ul><h3>Audit & Compliance</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Support the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors.</li><li>Maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, controls and efficiencies.</li></ul><h3>Leadership</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage, mentor and develop a team of two finance professionals.</li><li>Provide technical accounting guidance across the wider finance team.</li><li>Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and collaboration.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.</li><li>At least two years' post-qualified experience within Financial Reporting, Group Reporting, Financial Control or Management Accounting.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and month-end reporting experience.</li><li>Excellent Excel skills with experience using ERP systems.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>Experience within a multi-entity environment is advantageous.</li><li>SAP, Cognos or similar ERP/reporting system experience is desirable.</li><li>Big 4 or practice background would be beneficial but is not essential.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>Hybrid working.</li><li>Opportunity to lead and develop a small finance team.</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Genuine career progression within a growing organisation.</li><li>A collaborative culture that encourages continuous improvement and professional development.</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uMDQ3NTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-05T10:08:22Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Uxbridge, London
remote
Contract
16 - 18 GBP / Hourly
Accounts Payable Clerk - £18 per hour + holiday pay - Uxbridge - Office Based - 3 month contract Job SummaryThe Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, payments, and account reconciliations. The role supports the finance function by maintaining strong financial controls, building positive supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.</li><li>Match purchase orders, goods received notes, and invoices (three-way matching).</li><li>Resolve invoice discrepancies by liaising with suppliers and internal departments.</li><li>Prepare supplier payment runs in accordance with agreed payment terms.</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and investigate outstanding balances.</li><li>Maintain accurate supplier records and update account information as required.</li><li>Respond promptly to supplier queries and payment requests.</li><li>Process employee expense claims where applicable.</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company financial controls and audit requirements.</li><li>Support the wider finance team with administrative and ad hoc duties.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Experience<ul><li>Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or finance administration role.</li><li>Good understanding of accounts payable processes and financial controls.</li><li>Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent organisational and time management skills.</li><li>Experience using accounting or ERP software.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a 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/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS43NTM4Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-21T09:50:08Z

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