<p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Business Controller<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Stevenage (Hybrid)<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £80,000 - £90,000<br /><strong>Type:</strong> Full-time</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Overview</strong><br />An exclusive opportunity with Robert Half for a Senior Business Controller to join a high-performing finance function. This role offers strong business partnering exposure, leadership responsibility, and involvement in strategic financial decision-making within a project-driven environment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead, support, and develop the controlling team to deliver effective business partnering across the organisation.</li><li>Ensure all internal and external reporting requirements are delivered accurately and on time (month-end, half-year, and year-end).</li><li>Manage financial planning cycles and quarterly forecasting processes.</li><li>Partner with Project Managers, coordinating and leading monthly project reviews.</li><li>Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Monitor and control project expenditure to ensure alignment with approved budgets.</li><li>Assess project revenue using Percentage of Completion (POC) and Time & Materials (T&M) methodologies.</li><li>Reconcile project work-in-progress on a monthly basis.</li><li>Monitor, report, and advise on project and contract status; maintain accurate financial records.</li><li>Prepare and present financial reports to senior management.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies and procedures.</li><li>Support operational teams with contract bid preparation, billing structures, and cost rate analysis.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insight and support decision-making.</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal standards.</li><li>Conduct financial risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Required Qualifications & Skills</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).</li><li>Strong experience in financial management and controlling roles.</li><li>Excellent understanding of financial principles and practices.</li><li>Proficient in financial systems and Microsoft Office (advanced Excel preferred).</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Experience Required</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Minimum of 7 years' experience in financial management or a similar role.</li><li>Previous team leadership or supervisory experience preferred.</li><li>Experience with SAP, particularly SAP S/4HANA, is advantageous.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMzA0OTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h1><strong>Interim Business Consultant (Manufacturing)</strong></h1><p><strong>Contract:</strong> 6‑month initial contract, potential extension to 12 months</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We're looking for an Interim Businesss Project Consultant to help drive operational excellence and support strategic initiatives across our manufacturing organisation. You'll work closely with leaders, cross‑functional teams, and frontline operations to identify opportunities, solve complex problems, and enable meaningful, sustainable change.</p><p>This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where you'll act as a trusted advisor-bringing strong analytical capability, a continuous improvement mindset, and excellent people skills.</p> The role:<br /><ul><li>Assess current processes to uncover inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.</li><li>Analyse performance data to identify trends and root causes.</li><li>Build business cases, including financial modelling and ROI evaluation.</li><li>Facilitate diagnostic workshops (e.g., process mapping, value‑stream mapping, failure analysis).</li></ul><ul><li>Lead or support improvement projects across operations, supply chain, engineering, quality, and support teams.</li><li>Develop project plans, documentation, and milestone tracking.</li><li>Coordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure smooth deployment of new processes or systems.</li></ul><ul><li>Contribute to strategic planning and organisational capability development.</li><li>Provide insights on performance, capability gaps, and process maturity.</li><li>Help embed a culture of continuous improvement and data‑driven decision‑making.</li></ul><h3><strong>Essential Skills & Experience</strong></h3><ul><li>Background in consulting, business improvement, project management, or operational excellence-preferably within manufacturing.</li></ul><h3><strong>Desirable</strong></h3><ul><li>Experience with digital transformation programmes.</li><li>Familiarity with project management frameworks.</li></ul><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RG9taW5pYy5Gb3J0ZXkuOTI5ODUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half are exclusively working with a well-established international business is looking to appoint an Ecommerce Content & Marketplace Executive to strengthen its digital presence across European online retail channels.</p><p>This position will focus on improving product visibility, content quality and conversion performance across leading marketplaces and direct-to-consumer platforms. You will play a key role in ensuring product data, imagery and copy are engaging, optimised and delivered on time to support trading and new product launches.</p><p>This is a permanent role, full time role based out of Banbury ( 1 day a week in office).</p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></p><p><strong>Driving Marketplace Performance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and enhance product listings across major European online marketplaces and retail partner sites.</li><li>Optimise copy, imagery and keywords to improve search rankings and conversion rates.</li><li>Review listing performance metrics and recommend improvements to maximise visibility and sales.</li><li>Carry out regular content health checks to maintain accuracy and brand consistency.</li></ul><p><strong>Supporting Direct & PurePlay Channels</strong></p><ul><li>Upload and maintain digital assets across selected online retail accounts.</li><li>Oversee updates to direct-to-consumer product pages and campaign landing pages.</li><li>Build enhanced content modules and branded storefront experiences where applicable.</li></ul><p><strong>Coordinating New Product Launches</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of launch content timelines, ensuring assets and copy are ready for go-live dates.</li><li>Work cross-functionally with product, design and regional stakeholders to produce launch-ready content packs.</li><li>Create persuasive, customer-focused product descriptions aligned to brand tone of voice.</li></ul><p><strong>Systems, Tools & Optimisation</strong></p><ul><li>Utilise ecommerce platforms and optimisation tools to identify keyword gaps and growth opportunities.</li><li>Support product data management processes, ensuring accurate and consistent information flow across systems.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvements in content workflows and automation.</li><li>Experience with project management systems and emerging AI-driven tools is advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong>Collaboration & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with internal teams across digital, ecommerce and creative functions to ensure consistent messaging.</li><li>Maintain tracking documents and dashboards to monitor launch readiness and listing performance.</li><li>Share insights and best practice to enhance overall ecommerce effectiveness across EU markets.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in ecommerce, digital merchandising or online content management.</li><li>Strong understanding of marketplace dynamics and SEO principles.</li><li>Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines.</li><li>Analytical mindset, comfortable interpreting performance data to inform decisions.</li><li>Naturally curious about digital innovation, including AI applications in content creation and optimisation.</li><li>Proactive, collaborative and comfortable working within a hybrid environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuNjc0NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Leicestershire (Hybrid)<br /> <strong>Start:</strong> ASAP<br /> <strong>Sector:</strong> Manufacturing / Industrial / Engineering</p><h2><strong>Overview</strong></h2><p>A leading manufacturing organisation in Leicestershire is seeking an experienced <strong>Interim VAT Specialist</strong> to provide technical support, ensure robust VAT compliance, and lead key VAT-related projects during a period of operational and systems change. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong technical expertise, manufacturing sector experience, and the ability to work independently.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><h3><strong>VAT Compliance & Reporting</strong></h3><ul><li>Manage the end‑to‑end preparation, review, and submission of VAT returns.</li><li>Ensure accurate VAT accounting and reconciliations across multiple sites or cost centres.</li><li>Maintain documentation, controls, and audit trails suitable for a manufacturing environment.</li></ul><h3><strong>Technical VAT Advisory</strong></h3><ul><li>Advise on VAT treatment relating to: <ul><li>Complex supply chains</li><li>Imports/exports</li><li>Raw material purchases and component flows</li><li>Zero‑rating, reliefs, and exemptions</li></ul></li><li>Support commercial and operational teams on the VAT implications of new products, pricing, contracts, and supply models.</li></ul><h3><strong>Risk Management & HMRC</strong></h3><ul><li>Act as the main point of contact for any HMRC queries or audits.</li><li>Identify areas of VAT leakage, risk, or process gaps and implement immediate corrective actions.</li></ul><h3><strong>Project Support</strong></h3><ul><li>Support ERP/system changes ensuring the VAT setup is correct (e.g., SAP/Oracle/Dynamics).</li><li>Lead VAT elements of any transformation, process improvement, or supply‑chain redesign work.</li><li>Implement efficiencies to strengthen controls and reduce manual intervention.</li></ul><h2><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></h2><h3><strong>Experience</strong></h3><ul><li>Strong background in VAT/Indirect Tax, ideally within <strong>manufacturing, industrials, engineering, FMCG, or supply-chain heavy environments</strong>.</li><li>Experience delivering improvements in complex operational businesses.</li><li>Confident managing high‑volume or multi-entity VAT returns.</li><li>Comfortable working autonomously in an interim environment.</li></ul><h3><strong>Skills</strong></h3><ul><li>Strong technical VAT knowledge and ability to apply it commercially.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder communication-able to simplify complex VAT concepts for non-finance teams.</li><li>Strong systems capability; experience with major ERPs is desirable.</li><li>Analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working at pace.</li></ul><h3> </h3><h2><strong>Contract Details</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Duration:</strong> 6-9 months</li><li><strong>Daily rate:</strong> £350 </li><li><strong>Working model:</strong> Remote (ocassional trsvel to Leicestershire)</li></ul><br><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuODkzMjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h2><strong>Interim Tax Project Lead </strong></h2><p><strong>Location:</strong> Flexible / Hybrid<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Interim (3-6 months, extension possible)<br /><br /></p><p>£600pd Outside </p><h3><strong>About the Role</strong></h3><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Tax Consultant/Project lead</strong> to lead a comprehensive transformation of our tax division during a period of structural change and regulatory complexity. This assignment requires a senior tax professional with deep technical expertise and strong operational capability. </p><p>You will play a pivotal role in redesigning tax processes, strengthening governance, and ensuring the organisation is fully equipped to meet new compliance and reporting standards.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Lead a full review and overhaul of the group's tax division</strong>, including operating model, processes, controls, reporting structures, and governance.</li><li><strong>Drive Pillar Two readiness and implementation</strong>, including assessing group exposure, data requirements, transitional rules, safe harbours, and end‑to‑end compliance obligations.</li><li>Build robust tax workflows and documentation frameworks that ensure accuracy, timeliness, and auditability.</li><li>Identify and resolve structural and technical tax issues across corporate, international, indirect, and employment taxes.</li><li>Strengthen collaboration between finance, legal, operations, and external advisory teams.</li><li>Develop and implement improved tax risk‑management processes and internal controls.</li><li>Upskill internal teams and embed new ways of working to ensure long‑term sustainability.</li><li>Provide practical, actionable recommendations to senior leadership and the Board.</li></ul><h3>You will have...</h3><ul><li>Proven track record as an <strong>Interim Tax Professional</strong>, Tor Senior Tax Manager operating in complex, multinational, or highly regulated organisations.</li><li><strong>Expertise in OECD Pillar Two / global minimum tax</strong>, including modelling, compliance, and implementation. - this is a nice to have, non essential </li><li>Strong experience leading tax‑function change programmes or division overhauls.</li><li>Exceptional stakeholder‑management skills with the ability to influence at senior levels.</li><li>Highly analytical with strong problem‑solving capability and the capacity to operate at pace.</li></ul><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RG9taW5pYy5Gb3J0ZXkuNDAzNTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-start="189" data-end="212">Accounts Assistant</h2><p><strong>Office based full time - Monday - Friday (9am - 5.30pm)</strong></p><p data-end="295" data-start="213">Location: Olney, Bedfordshire</p><p data-start="213" data-end="295"><br data-end="245" data-start="242" /> <strong data-end="264" data-start="245">Salary: £28,000</strong></p><p data-end="295" data-start="213"> </p><h3 data-start="297" data-end="318">The Opportunity</h3><p data-start="319" data-end="608">This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team in a hands-on, varied role. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll support both the purchase and sales ledger functions, helping ensure accurate financial records and smooth day-to-day operations.</p><p data-start="610" data-end="705">Ideal for someone organised, detail-focused, and confident working in a fast-paced environment.</p><h3 data-end="738" data-start="712">Key Responsibilities</h3><p data-end="770" data-start="740"><strong data-end="768" data-start="740">Sales Ledger & Invoicing</strong></p><ul data-start="771" data-end="1127"><li data-end="829" data-start="771"><p data-end="829" data-start="773">Raise chargeable callouts and service-related invoices</p></li><li data-end="895" data-start="830"><p data-end="895" data-start="832">Produce daily zero-rated invoices against works order numbers</p></li><li data-end="925" data-start="896"><p data-start="898" data-end="925">Raise weekly PPM invoices</p></li><li data-end="994" data-start="926"><p data-start="928" data-end="994">Resolve rejected customer invoices with supporting documentation</p></li><li data-start="995" data-end="1050"><p data-end="1050" data-start="997">Process credit notes with appropriate authorisation</p></li><li data-start="1051" data-end="1127"><p data-start="1053" data-end="1127">Support credit control by chasing outstanding debt and resolving queries</p></li></ul><p data-start="1129" data-end="1150"><strong data-start="1129" data-end="1148">Purchase Ledger</strong></p><ul data-end="1516" data-start="1151"><li data-end="1221" data-start="1151"><p data-end="1221" data-start="1153">Match, code, and process purchase invoices against purchase orders</p></li><li data-start="1222" data-end="1283"><p data-end="1283" data-start="1224">Investigate and resolve supplier account queries promptly</p></li><li data-start="1284" data-end="1375"><p data-start="1286" data-end="1375">Liaise with suppliers to ensure payments align with cashflow forecasts and credit terms</p></li><li data-end="1446" data-start="1376"><p data-start="1378" data-end="1446">Prepare supplier payments via online banking and issue remittances</p></li><li data-end="1516" data-start="1447"><p data-end="1516" data-start="1449">Reconcile supplier statements and maintain aged creditors reports</p></li></ul><p data-start="1518" data-end="1547"><strong data-end="1545" data-start="1518">General Finance Support</strong></p><ul data-start="1548" data-end="1793"><li data-end="1585" data-start="1548"><p data-start="1550" data-end="1585">Maintain the accounts email inbox</p></li><li data-start="1586" data-end="1633"><p data-end="1633" data-start="1588">Raise and amend purchase orders as required</p></li><li data-start="1634" data-end="1702"><p data-start="1636" data-end="1702">Distribute customer purchase orders to relevant project managers</p></li><li data-end="1734" data-start="1703"><p data-start="1705" data-end="1734">Support month-end deadlines</p></li><li data-start="1735" data-end="1793"><p data-start="1737" data-end="1793">Undertake filing and ad-hoc finance duties as required</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1800" data-end="1815">About You</h3><ul data-end="2088" data-start="1816"><li data-start="1816" data-end="1890"><p data-end="1890" data-start="1818">Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or Finance Assistant role</p></li><li data-end="1952" data-start="1891"><p data-start="1893" data-end="1952">Good understanding of purchase and sales ledger processes</p></li><li data-end="2005" data-start="1953"><p data-start="1955" data-end="2005">Comfortable dealing with customers and suppliers</p></li><li data-start="2006" data-end="2058"><p data-end="2058" data-start="2008">Highly organised with strong attention to detail</p></li><li data-start="2059" data-end="2088"><p data-end="2088" data-start="2061">Able to work to deadlines</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2116" data-start="2095">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-start="2117" data-end="2462"><li data-start="2117" data-end="2142"><p data-start="2119" data-end="2142">Salary of <strong data-end="2140" data-start="2129">£28,000</strong></p></li><li data-end="2248" data-start="2143"><p data-start="2145" data-end="2248">23 days holiday plus a <strong data-end="2202" data-start="2168">paid day off for your birthday</strong> (to be taken within four weeks either side)</p></li><li data-start="2249" data-end="2319"><p data-start="2251" data-end="2319">Access to an employee benefits platform with hundreds of discounts</p></li><li data-end="2384" data-start="2320"><p data-start="2322" data-end="2384">Purpose-built offices in Olney with <strong data-start="2358" data-end="2382">free on-site parking</strong></p></li><li data-start="2385" data-end="2416"><p data-start="2387" data-end="2416">Supportive team environment</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMzUwNzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>PRINCIPAL COMMERCIAL OFFICER - UP TO £48k - STEVENAGE - HYBRID </strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be working with a world-leading organisation in their search for a permanent, full-time Principal Commercial Officer offering hybrid working and up to £48k + bonus! </p><p><strong>Things to know: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Job Title:</strong> Principal Commercial Officer </li><li><strong>Salary</strong>: £45k - £48k, depending on experience + company bonus </li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Stevenage </li><li><strong>Working pattern: </strong>hybrid (2-3 days onsite, rest working from home) </li><li><strong>Benefits</strong>: enhanced parental leave, free parking, subsidised meals and more! </li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Business Winning:</strong> Play a key role in securing new contracts and commercial opportunities. Support the full route to contract award, including bid preparation, cross-functional collaboration, and development of high-quality proposals that protect and enhance business interests.</li><li><strong>Contract Delivery:</strong> Support the successful delivery of contractual commitments by managing contract activities, administering changes, resolving issues, and ensuring obligations are met efficiently and compliantly.</li><li><strong>Negotiations</strong>: Assist in negotiating terms, variations, and amendments to achieve agreement within approved parameters while maintaining contractual compliance.</li><li><strong>Stakeholder Management</strong>: Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry partners. Act as a central point of contact between internal teams and external stakeholders.</li><li><strong>Communication & Reporting</strong>: Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing clear updates and reporting on portfolio progress to senior management.</li><li><strong>Commercial Representation:</strong> Represent the commercial function in internal reviews, project meetings, and customer engagements.</li><li><strong>Operational Excellence</strong>: Manage day-to-day administration of commercial information systems, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement of processes.</li><li><strong>Performance & Delivery</strong>: Work effectively in a fast-paced environment, meeting deadlines while promoting best practice and professional standards across the function.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul><li>Experienced in a broad range of commercial issues and skills including contract management skills throughout the contract lifecycle.</li><li>Commercial understanding from customer through to supplier.</li><li>Good understanding of contract law and its applicability.</li><li>Ability to draft or modify terms and conditions.</li><li>Understanding Liabilities and mitigating Risk.</li><li>Awareness of Import and Export restrictions and licensing requirements desirable. </li><li>Ability to understand and use pricing and costing models.</li><li>Good Knowledge of IT and Business Tools including SAP desirable. </li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuNjAxMTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
