<p><strong>Business and Finance Manager - Exciting career opportunity in Wimborne, Dorset</strong></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to partner with Avonwood Developments Ltd, a leading provider of electronic identification technology specialising in proximity warning systems and key compromise protection, based in Wimborne, Dorset. Established in 1991, Avonwood Developments has grown into a well-respected, successful, and innovative company creating proven and reliable technological solutions that prioritise safety and security, trusted by customers and resellers worldwide.</p><p>We are now seeking a motivated, detail-focused <strong>Business and Finance Manager</strong> to join the senior team and help guide Avonwood's continued success.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This key position provides financial leadership and administrative oversight across the company. Reporting to both the Managing and Administration Directors, you will be responsible for supporting strategic decision-making, ensuring operational compliance, and managing core finance processes.</p><p>You'll contribute directly to the short, medium and long-term goals, bringing clarity, control and insight to our financial operations.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support the Managing Director with company-wide financial planning</li><li>Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports to the board and senior management</li><li>Oversee daily finance and accounting operations</li><li>Manage supplier payments and HMRC obligations</li><li>Ensure full VAT compliance</li><li>Liaise with external accountants and provide required year-end data</li><li>Prepare financial information for R&D tax credit claims</li><li>Manage foreign exchange risk</li><li>Administer and reconcile company credit card usage</li><li>Analyse product costing and report on margins</li><li>Manage payroll, pensions, and associated tasks</li><li>Approve and monitor monthly staff expenses</li><li>Work with managers to report and track key performance indicators (KPIs)</li><li>Attend executive and management meetings to report on finance/admin matters</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Who We're Looking For</strong></p><p>We're seeking a confident, proactive and experienced finance professional who is ready to take ownership of this important role.</p><p> </p><p><strong>You will need:</strong></p><ul><li>A recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA), part-qualified or QBE</li><li>Previous experience in financial management within an SME</li><li>A strong grasp of UK payroll, HMRC compliance, and VAT legislation</li><li>Proficiency in financial systems and Excel</li><li>A detail-oriented and commercially aware mindset</li><li>Excellent communication skills and a collaborative working style</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>A pivotal role in a growing, well-established technology business</li><li>A supportive and friendly team environment</li><li>A salary of £55,000 - £65,000</li><li>1pm finish on Fridays</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>A varied and meaningful position where your work makes a real difference</li></ul><p> </p><p>If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a company that offers both challenge and reward, please contact Andy Troup at Robert Half with your CV, current salary, salary expectation and notice period.</p><p> </p><p>0117 993 5404</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4yMDAwOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>📢 Robert Half Limited are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of WHA Healthcare for an Accountant to join a Purpose-Driven Finance Team in Cardiff</p><p>📍 Location: WHA Offices, Cardiff Gate Business Park </p><p>🕒 Hours: Permanent, Full-Time (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm)</p><p>💼 Salary: £38,000-£40,000 (DOE) + 13% Pension + Free Healthcare + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays</p><p>📊 Reporting to: Finance Director WHA Healthcare is a respected, not-for-profit provider of affordable health cash plans, supporting individuals, families, and businesses with everyday healthcare costs. With a proud legacy dating back to 1948, and a dual-regulated status under the FCA and PRA, we operate with integrity, transparency, and a deep commitment to our members. We're now seeking a skilled and proactive Accountant A to join our collaborative finance team.</p><p>This is a hands-on role that spans across WHA Healthcare and our subsidiary, Plutus Health, offering variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact.</p><p>🔍 Your Role at a Glance You'll work closely with another accountant to manage the full spectrum of financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuity. From transactional processing to strategic reporting, you'll be at the heart of our financial engine.</p><p>Key Responsibilities Include:</p><p>* Processing invoices, expenses, and payments</p><p>* Month-end journals, prepayments, and accruals</p><p>* Preparing P&L, balance sheet, and variance reports</p><p>* Supporting forecasting, IPT returns, and year-end audit prep</p><p>* Liaising with auditors, banks, and internal stakeholders</p><p>* Deputising for the Finance Director when required</p><p>* Contributing to board packs and strategic decision-making</p><p>🧠 What You'll Bring We're looking for someone who's technically strong, highly organised, and confident in communicating financial insights across the business.</p><p>Essential:</p><p>* Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)</p><p>* Strong experience in transactional finance and management accounts</p><p>* Proficiency in Sage Line 50 and Microsoft Excel</p><p>* Understanding of FCA/PRA regulations</p><p>* Ability to cover full finance duties during team absences Desirable:</p><p>* Experience in financial services or not-for-profit sectors</p><p>* Familiarity with audit processes and regulatory submissions</p><p>* Knowledge of claims systems and IPT returns</p><p>🎁 Whats on Offer</p><p>* Competitive salary (£38,000-£40,000 DOE) * 13% employer pension contribution * Free healthcare cover * 25 days annual leave + bank holidays * Death in service cover after probation * A supportive, values-driven work environment</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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuMjY5NzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Operations Manager - £90,000 - £110,000 + 2 days in office - Bristol</strong></p><p><strong>Finance Operations Manager </strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a rapidly growing business based in Bristol to recruit an experienced<strong> Finance Operations Manager - offering £90,000 - £110,000 + bonus + benefits.</strong></p><p>The<strong> Finance Operations Manager </strong>will take the lead and evolve core finance processes across multiple countries - focusing on banking, cash, and transactional finance operations delivered through their outsourced partner.</p><p>This senior role will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of daily takings, banking reconciliation, and cash application activities, while driving continuous improvement, automation, and global standardisation. You'll collaborate closely with regional CFOs, finance transformation teams, and external partners to ensure high-quality service, compliance, and alignment with strategic goals.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead global banking and takings operations across regions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance</li><li>Manage the performance of our outsourcing partner, ensuring KPIs, SLAs, and service levels are consistently achieved</li><li>Oversee reconciliations, cash application, and related finance operations</li><li>Drive automation and process improvement initiatives to reduce manual effort and enhance efficiency</li><li>Ensure smooth execution of period-end close activities aligned with IFRS and GAAP</li><li>Build strong relationships with regional finance leaders and cross-functional teams to support business needs</li><li>Contribute to the development and rollout of standard global policies and controls</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant</li><li>Strong technical accounting experience</li><li>Ideally experience managing outsourced finance operations and service providers</li><li>Strong track record leading complex finance functions, driving change, and collaborating with external partners</li><li>Deep knowledge of banking, takings, reconciliations, month-end close, treasury, and group reporting</li><li>Proven leadership and people management skills across diverse, cross-functional teams</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLkJvc2hlci40NjAyNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h3 data-start="123" data-end="201"><strong data-end="201" data-start="127">Job Opportunity: Finance Manager</strong></h3><p data-end="645" data-start="307">Are you an experienced finance professional ready to take the lead in integrating newly acquired businesses into global finance operations? We are seeking a <strong data-start="464" data-end="502">Finance Manager </strong>to oversee and drive end-to-end month-end close and balance sheet reporting for a growing portfolio of acquisitions across multiple countries.</p><h3 data-start="647" data-end="664"><strong data-end="664" data-start="651">The Role:</strong></h3><p data-end="1015" data-start="665">As the Finance<strong data-start="672" data-end="708"> Manager</strong>, you will be responsible for ensuring a smooth transition of newly acquired entities into our global finance systems and processes. Working closely with our GBS teams, external finance partners, and local market stakeholders, you'll ensure operational readiness and accurate, timely reporting from day one.</p><p data-start="1017" data-end="1304">This role is key to delivering consistent, compliant, and efficient finance integration aligned with global accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP). You'll also play a leading role in process optimisation, automation initiatives, and continuous improvement across the Record to Report function.</p><h3 data-end="1329" data-start="1306"><strong data-end="1329" data-start="1310">What You'll Do:</strong></h3><ul data-start="1330" data-end="1956"><li data-start="1330" data-end="1436"><p data-end="1436" data-start="1332">Lead the integration of financial reporting for newly acquired clinics/entities across multiple regions.</p></li><li data-end="1547" data-start="1437"><p data-end="1547" data-start="1439">Collaborate with cross-functional teams including M&A, local finance, external partners, and GBS leadership.</p></li><li data-end="1607" data-start="1548"><p data-start="1550" data-end="1607">Ensure accurate month-end close and reporting activities.</p></li><li data-end="1695" data-start="1608"><p data-end="1695" data-start="1610">Drive compliance with global policies, regulations, and local statutory requirements.</p></li><li data-start="1696" data-end="1774"><p data-start="1698" data-end="1774">Identify and implement process improvements using automation and technology.</p></li><li data-start="1775" data-end="1855"><p data-end="1855" data-start="1777">Manage key relationships with internal and external auditors and stakeholders.</p></li><li data-end="1956" data-start="1856"><p data-start="1858" data-end="1956">Support and influence strategic decisions around balance sheet management and operational finance.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1958" data-end="1989"><strong data-end="1989" data-start="1962">What We're Looking For:</strong></h3><ul data-start="1990" data-end="2560"><li data-start="1990" data-end="2062"><p data-start="1992" data-end="2062">Degree-qualified in Accounting or Finance (CPA, ACCA, CIMA preferred).</p></li><li data-end="2129" data-start="2063"><p data-end="2129" data-start="2065">Minimum 3 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.</p></li><li data-end="2204" data-start="2130"><p data-end="2204" data-start="2132">Experience in RTR or financial integration within a global organisation.</p></li><li data-start="2205" data-end="2274"><p data-end="2274" data-start="2207">Strong understanding of IFRS/GAAP and local reporting requirements.</p></li><li data-end="2337" data-start="2275"><p data-end="2337" data-start="2277">Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.</p></li><li data-end="2425" data-start="2338"><p data-start="2340" data-end="2425">Familiarity with systems such as Oracle, Open Accounts, or Blackline is advantageous.</p></li><li data-start="2426" data-end="2481"><p data-end="2481" data-start="2428">A second language (e.g. French or Spanish) is a plus.</p></li><li data-end="2560" data-start="2482"><p data-start="2484" data-end="2560">Agile, solutions-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.</p></li></ul><p> </p><h3><strong>Salary and benefits </strong></h3><p>Salary - £55,000 - £65,000 +15% bonus</p><p>Hybrid - 2 days onsite, 3 days remote</p><p> </p><h3 data-start="2562" data-end="2582"><strong data-start="2566" data-end="2582">Why Join Us?</strong></h3><p data-start="2583" data-end="2873">This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in a global transformation journey. You'll join a fast-paced environment where your expertise will directly impact financial operations, ensuring the smooth integration of acquisitions into a scalable and future-ready finance function. Career progression opportunities abound in this exciting environment!</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC43MzY2OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="95" data-end="206"><strong data-end="458" data-start="404">Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O) Specialist</strong></p><p data-end="206" data-start="95"><strong data-end="204" data-start="169">Fixed-Term Contract - 12 Months +</strong></p><p data-end="512" data-start="208">We are currently working on an exclusive basis with a forward-thinking organisation undergoing a major business transformation programme. 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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> <br><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uMDI4NTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="413" data-start="178"><strong data-end="250" data-start="178">Project Manager</strong></p><p data-end="413" data-start="178"><strong data-start="178" data-end="250">Dynamics 365 </strong></p><p data-end="413" data-start="178"><br data-end="253" / data-start="250"> 📍 Location: Cardiff<br data-start="296" / data-end="299"> 💰 Day Rate: Competitive<br data-start="337" data-end="340" /> 📅 Contract: 6 months+</p><p data-end="739" data-start="415">Are you a finance professional with <strong data-end="487" data-start="451">project management/PMO expertise</strong> and strong hands-on experience with <strong data-end="547" data-start="524">Dynamics 365 (D365)</strong>? Our client, a small but impactful <strong data-end="594" data-start="583">charity</strong>, is seeking an <strong data-end="643" data-start="610">Interim PMO / Project Manager</strong> to oversee critical D365 projects that will shape the future of their finance and operations.</p><h3 data-start="741" data-end="762">The Opportunity</h3><p data-end="1118" data-start="763">This role will suit a qualified accountant or experienced finance professional who has successfully delivered system and process change projects, particularly around <strong data-start="929" data-end="957">Dynamics 365 Finance/ERP</strong>. Acting as the PMO lead, you will provide structure, governance, and control while ensuring D365 supports both financial and operational needs of the charity.</p><h3 data-end="1146" data-start="1120">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="1147" data-end="1672"><li data-end="1248" data-start="1147"><p data-end="1248" data-start="1149">Lead PMO activities for D365 projects, ensuring governance, risk management, and timely delivery.</p></li><li data-start="1249" data-end="1362"><p data-end="1362" data-start="1251">Translate finance requirements into system solutions, ensuring D365 supports robust reporting and compliance.</p></li><li data-end="1430" data-start="1363"><p data-end="1430" data-start="1365">Oversee project plans, budgets, risks, and supplier management.</p></li><li data-start="1431" data-end="1516"><p data-start="1433" data-end="1516">Collaborate with finance and senior leadership to align D365 with business goals.</p></li><li data-end="1593" data-start="1517"><p data-end="1593" data-start="1519">Deliver clear project documentation, reporting, and stakeholder updates.</p></li><li data-end="1672" data-start="1594"><p data-start="1596" data-end="1672">Support training, change management, and adoption across the organisation.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1674" data-end="1689">About You</h3><ul data-start="1690" data-end="2135"><li data-start="1778" data-end="1851"><p data-end="1851" data-start="1780">Proven experience in <strong data-end="1848" data-start="1801">PMO, Project Management, or Project Support</strong>.</p></li><li data-start="1852" data-end="1944"><p data-start="1854" data-end="1944">Strong hands-on knowledge of <strong data-start="1883" data-end="1916">Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)</strong>, ideally finance-focused.</p></li><li data-start="1945" data-end="2007"><p data-start="1947" data-end="2007">Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</p></li><li data-start="2008" data-end="2089"><p data-start="2010" data-end="2089">Charity or not-for-profit sector experience (advantageous but not essential).</p></li><li data-end="2135" data-start="2090"><p data-start="2092" data-end="2135">Available immediately or at short notice.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2137" data-end="2152">Why Join?</h3><ul data-start="2153" data-end="2396"><li data-end="2227" data-start="2153"><p data-start="2155" data-end="2227">Lead meaningful system transformation in a mission-driven <strong data-start="2213" data-end="2224">charity</strong>.</p></li><li data-end="2294" data-start="2228"><p data-end="2294" data-start="2230">Use both your accounting and PMO skills in a high-impact role.</p></li><li data-end="2336" data-start="2295"><p data-start="2297" data-end="2336">Competitive daily rate </p></li><li data-start="2337" data-end="2396"><p data-start="2339" data-end="2396">Hybrid working in a supportive, values-led 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/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uODEyMzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Management Accountant to join a growing organisation un the utilities sector.</p><p>This is an exciting role for an enthusiastic, highly collaborative accountant to support the Finance Manager in providing a high-quality, effective financial operations and reporting function which covers financial and management reporting along with providing insightful information to the business.</p><p> </p><ul><li>Be heavily involved in delivering the monthly management reporting pack for multiple companies, covering the financial statement (including balance sheet and income statement), as well as highlighting the business performance against the budget. The reports should be accurate, well-presented, and timely, with meaningful commentary.</li><li>Lead on and monitor weekly cashflow reporting.</li><li>Raising and posting of accruals, prepayments, and relevant journals, and managing the monthly close process.</li><li>Oversight of the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, providing monthly updates to the Finance Manager on current position and progression.</li><li>Provide support and mentoring to the Finance Assistant and Assistant Management Accountant.</li><li>Lead on process of uploading finalised budgets into the accounting software.</li><li>Developing and implementing scalable and standardised reporting methods.</li><li>Supporting operational processes for revenue settlement and cost validation, including further development and implementation of revenue and AR controls.</li><li>Assist the auditors in annual audits.</li><li>Completing monthly / quarterly HMRC filings (e.g., CCL returns, Group VAT returns).</li><li>Assisting with the production of operational budgets and forecasts.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Management Accountant - Central Cardiff.</p><ul><li>Salary - £33K - £45K </li><li>Bonus - up to 20% discretionary bonus, depending on company and personal performance</li><li><strong>Additional bonus of up to £3,600 tax free per year</strong></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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjEzNDMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Director of FP&A & Regulatory Reporting - Exeter - Hybrid 2-3 days</strong></p><p><strong>Shape the Financial Narrative of a Purpose-Driven Group</strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering with<strong> Pennon Group</strong>, a portfolio of water and wastewater companies including <strong>South West Water, Bristol Water, SES Water</strong>, and <strong>Pennon Water Services</strong>, who deliver essential services to millions of customers every day.</p><p>This is a pivotal moment for the business and the industry - and due to recent acquisition and restructuring, they're now looking for a high-calibre leader to join as<strong> Director of FP&A & Regulatory Reporting</strong>, a key role at the heart of the Group Finance function.</p><p><strong>The Role: Financial Strategy Meets Regulatory Insight</strong></p><p>This is a rare opportunity to take a <strong>truly integrated leadership role</strong> across the Group. You'll oversee the activities of their specialist <strong>Strategic Planning, Reporting, Regulatory Finance</strong>, and <strong>Revenue & Tariff</strong> teams - bringing together all strands of performance, planning and regulatory reporting into one coherent, high-performing function.</p><p>Your mission: to create a <strong>trusted "single version of the truth"</strong> that drives insight-led decisions, underpins strategic planning, and ensures they stay ahead in a highly regulated, rapidly evolving sector.</p><p><strong>What You'll Be Responsible For</strong></p><ul><li>Overseeing the <strong>Reporting team</strong> to deliver insightful monthly reporting, budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Leading the <strong>Regulatory Finance team</strong>, ensuring strong integration with wider finance, regulatory and operational teams, and full understanding of financial regulatory impacts</li><li>Driving the continuous development of our <strong>Strategic Planning & Financial Modelling capability</strong> - enabling accurate, agile, and forward-looking decision-making</li><li>Leading <strong>Revenue & Tariff operations</strong> across South West Water, Bristol Water, and SES Water - including tariff setting and regulatory pricing cycles</li><li>Partnering with the <strong>Group Financial Control team</strong> to implement consistent corporate accounting policies</li><li>Supporting audit processes and ensuring high standards in all reporting disciplines</li><li>Ensuring a strong culture of <strong>performance management, team development and succession planning</strong></li><li>Acting as a key voice for Finance at senior leadership and Executive level - communicating with impact and clarity</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Role, Why Now?</strong></p><p>🔹 <strong>Impact</strong> - This is a Group-wide role with a direct line to the Executive team and influence over investment, strategy and regulatory planning.<br /> 🔹 <strong>Integration</strong> - You'll lead four specialist teams and bring them together into a more aligned, strategic and insight-led unit.<br /> 🔹 <strong>Change & Improvement</strong> - From Power BI and data warehouse transition to better MI and reporting, you'll help drive Pennon's next generation of financial insight.<br /> 🔹 <strong>Breadth & Complexity</strong> - With multiple regulated companies and a five-year regulatory framework, your work will span technical and strategic dimensions.<br /> 🔹 <strong>Purpose</strong> - At Pennon, every decision supports something bigger: protecting the environment, supporting communities, and investing in the future.</p><p><strong>What They're Looking For</strong></p><p>They're looking for an experienced leader with a strong grounding in <strong>financial planning, regulatory finance and revenue insight</strong>, ideally from a <strong>regulated environment</strong> such as water, energy, utilities, infrastructure or telecoms. However, will consider outside of this for the right candidate.</p><p>You'll likely bring:</p><ul><li>Proven experience in leading FP&A or financial strategy at Group level</li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>regulatory finance and reporting</strong></li><li>Experience overseeing or partnering on <strong>tariff setting or revenue forecasting</strong></li><li>Ability to <strong>develop strategic models</strong> and support long-term investment planning</li><li>Exceptional communication skills - able to present complex financial insight to executive and board audiences</li><li>A passion for <strong>translating data into action</strong> and improving business performance</li></ul><p><strong>Ready to Make a Difference?</strong></p><p>If you're looking to lead where financial insight, strategic decision-making and regulatory rigour come together - this is your opportunity to shape the future of one of the UK's leading water and environmental services groups.</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLkJvc2hlci43NjEwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Specialty Reconciliation Officer (Global)<br />📍 Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom<br />💼 Job Type: Permanent | 💰 Salary: £30,000<br />🕗 Office Hours: 8am - 4pm | 🏡 Hybrid Working<br />🌴 Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays<br /><br />Robert Half are delighted to be supporting a gloobal organisation who are hiring for a newly created role in our UK Finance team: Specialty Reconciliation Officer (Global). This is your chance to be part of something meaningful-protecting client funds and ensuring financial accuracy across a variety of portfolios.</p><p>🔍 What You'll Do<br />* Safeguard client trust accounts and ensure financial integrity<br />* Reconcile bank accounts and ledgers with precision<br />* Resolve discrepancies and support audit processes<br />* Collaborate with global teams and maintain strong client relationships<br />* Drive continuous improvement in financial operations<br />* Support the Client Accounts Manager with quality assurance and process design</p><p>🎯 What You'll Bring<br />* Strong financial analytical skills and attention to detail<br />* Advanced Excel proficiency and confidence with financial data<br />* Experience in global banking and insurance (Aviation/Marine preferred)<br />* A proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement<br />* Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities<br />* Ability to work flexibly to support global clients<br />* Multilingual skills are a plus</p><p>🎁 What You'll Get<br />Compensation & Flexibility<br />* £30,000 salary<br />* Hybrid working model<br />* 25 days holiday + bank holidays<br />* Office hours: 8am-4pm<br />Health & Wellbeing<br />* Private healthcare (including pre-existing conditions)<br />* Life assurance & income protection<br />* Employee assistance programme<br />Extras & Perks<br />* Self-Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP)<br />* Voluntary benefits: dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan<br />* Discounts on a wide range of products and services</p><p>Ready to Make an Impact?<br />feel free to contact me on the details below </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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuMTg1NTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="367" data-start="105">We are supporting a client in seeking an <strong>Immediately available</strong>, hands-on Management Accountant to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional looking to add value in a dynamic environment.</p><p data-end="394" data-start="369"><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-end="938" data-start="396"><li data-end="489" data-start="396"><p data-start="398" data-end="489">Prepare and post journals to the ledger and perform Balance Sheet account reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="561" data-start="490"><p data-start="492" data-end="561">Produce weekly sales reports and assist with forecasting activities</p></li><li data-start="562" data-end="668"><p data-end="668" data-start="564">Support the month-end close process, including actuals reporting and preparation of management reports</p></li><li data-end="857" data-start="743"><p data-start="745" data-end="857">Assist the Finance Manager and Finance Director in preparing accurate financial information to tight deadlines</p></li><li data-start="858" data-end="938"><p data-end="938" data-start="860">Raise sales invoices, oversee cash collection, and maintain the Sales Ledger</p></li></ul><p data-start="940" data-end="964"><strong data-start="940" data-end="964">Skills & Experience:</strong></p><ul data-end="1230" data-start="966"><li data-start="966" data-end="1016"><p data-end="1016" data-start="968">Proven experience in a similar accounting role</p></li><li data-start="1017" data-end="1072"><p data-start="1019" data-end="1072">Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office</p></li><li data-end="1167" data-start="1073"><p data-end="1167" data-start="1075">Highly organised, with the ability to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple priorities</p></li><li data-start="1168" data-end="1230"><p data-start="1170" data-end="1230">Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills</p></li></ul><p data-is-only-node="" data-end="1421" data-start="1232" data-is-last-node="">This is a great opportunity for a capable and reliable Management Accountant to make an immediate impact and ensure the smooth running of finance operations.</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/RmZpb24uUGVycmV0dC4xNzUyNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1 data-end="272" data-start="219"><strong data-start="221" data-end="270">Assistant Accountant - Manufacturing Industry</strong></h1><p data-start="273" data-end="356">Permanent | Full-Time | Swansea | £30,000+ Study Support & Benefits</p><p data-start="358" data-end="780">Are you an ambitious finance professional looking to build your career in industry?</p><p data-start="358" data-end="780">Our client, a highly respected and expanding <strong data-end="515" data-start="489">manufacturing business</strong>, is seeking an <strong data-start="531" data-end="555">Assistant Accountant</strong> to join their dynamic finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who is keen to develop their accounting career while receiving <strong data-end="741" data-start="714">full ACCA study support</strong> and clear progression opportunities.</p><h3 data-start="782" data-end="800"><strong data-end="798" data-start="786">The Role</strong></h3><p data-start="801" data-end="1018">Working closely with the Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function while gaining exposure to the full management accounting cycle. Responsibilities include:</p><ul data-start="1019" data-end="1751"><li data-end="1109" data-start="1019"><p data-end="1109" data-start="1021">Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial statements</p></li><li data-end="1231" data-start="1110"><p data-end="1231" data-start="1112">Supporting month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="1304" data-start="1232"><p data-end="1304" data-start="1234">Preparing and posting journals with accuracy and attention to detail</p></li><li data-end="1417" data-start="1305"><p data-start="1307" data-end="1417">Assisting with budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis to support operational decision-making</p></li><li data-start="1418" data-end="1527"><p data-end="1527" data-start="1420">Partnering with production and operations teams to provide insights into costs, margins, and efficiencies</p></li><li data-end="1606" data-start="1528"><p data-start="1530" data-end="1606">Supporting external audits and ensuring compliance with financial controls</p></li><li data-end="1677" data-start="1607"><p data-end="1677" data-start="1609">Contributing to process improvements within the finance department</p></li><li data-start="1678" data-end="1751"><p data-start="1680" data-end="1751">Producing ad hoc financial analysis and reports for senior management</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1753" data-end="1772"><strong data-start="1757" data-end="1770">About You</strong></h3><p data-start="1773" data-end="1922">We're looking for a driven and detail-oriented individual who wants to grow within a supportive environment. To be successful, you'll ideally have:</p><ul data-end="2377" data-start="1923"><li data-end="2034" data-start="1923"><p data-start="1925" data-end="2034">Part-qualified ACCA / CIMA / AAT Level 4 (or currently studying) - or QBE with relevant industry experience</p></li><li data-start="2035" data-end="2156"><p data-start="2037" data-end="2156">Previous experience in a finance role, ideally within manufacturing, engineering, or a similar product-based industry</p></li><li data-end="2230" data-start="2157"><p data-start="2159" data-end="2230">Strong Excel and financial systems skills (ERP exposure advantageous)</p></li><li data-start="2231" data-end="2316"><p data-start="2233" data-end="2316">Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines</p></li><li data-start="2317" data-end="2377"><p data-start="2319" data-end="2377">Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2404" data-start="2379"><strong data-end="2402" data-start="2383">What's on Offer</strong></h3><p data-end="2530" data-start="2405">This role is not just about maintaining the numbers - it's about building a long-term career in finance. Our client offers:</p><ul data-start="2531" data-end="2984"><li data-start="2531" data-end="2631"><p data-start="2533" data-end="2631"><strong data-end="2568" data-start="2533">Full ACCA study support package</strong> (including exam fees, study materials, and paid study leave)</p></li><li data-end="2762" data-start="2632"><p data-end="2762" data-start="2634">Structured career progression with opportunities to move into a <strong data-end="2723" data-start="2698">Management Accountant</strong> or <strong data-start="2727" data-end="2755">Finance Business Partner</strong> role</p></li><li data-end="2818" data-start="2763"><p data-start="2765" data-end="2818">Company pension scheme, holidays, and additional benefits</p></li><li data-end="2984" data-start="2881"><p data-end="2984" data-start="2883">The chance to join a supportive and ambitious finance team within a thriving manufacturing business</p></li></ul><p data-start="2986" data-end="3151">This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to <strong data-start="3042" data-end="3097">combine study with real-world accounting experience</strong> in a business that values professional development.</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/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uMzY0MTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Finance Assistant<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Bristol<br /> <strong>Position Type:</strong> Full-Time, Permanent (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday)</p><p><strong>Working pattern: </strong>Hybrid after initial training period (6 months)<br /> </p><p><strong>Job Overview</strong></p><p>Robert Half is proudly working with an industry leading business in Bristol to recruit for a Finance Assistant to join their busy and friendly Invoicing Team. The successful candidate will play a key role in processing both sales and purchase trade invoices and reconciling transactions to support the financial operations of the business.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Accurately and promptly process all trade sales and purchase invoices in line with company procedures and deadlines</li><li>Generate sales invoices daily and liaise with regional offices to resolve any order-related invoicing issues</li><li>Process purchase invoices and prepare supplier payments in line with payment schedules</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any outstanding queries promptly</li><li>Process staff expense claims</li><li>Ensure adherence to weekly and monthly reporting deadlines</li><li>Communicate effectively with suppliers and customers to manage invoicing queries</li><li>Provide financial data and reports as requested by the Invoicing Team Leader</li><li>Support the Financial Accounts Team in reconciling customs entries</li><li>Carry out general office administrative duties, including answering phones</li><li>Support the wider finance team and deputise for the Invoicing Team Manager when required</li><li>Take a flexible and proactive approach to tasks, contributing to a positive team environment</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Skills and Experience</strong></p><ul><li>AAT qualified (or equivalent)</li><li>Proven experience in sales and purchase ledger administration</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and customers</li></ul><p> If this sounds like the role for you, apply today!</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/THlkaWEuQmVycnkuMjkzMDAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
