<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Robert Half are excited to be supporting a well-established and growing highly regulated group based in Cheltenham with the appointment of an experienced Financial Accountant to join them on an initial 6-month project.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">This role has been created to support the business during an exciting period while they recruit this position on a permanent basis. It offers an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant to step into a high-impact role, working closely with the Financial Controller and senior finance stakeholders across the group.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Title: Financial Accountant</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Duration: 6 months</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Rate: Up to £300pd/£60,000 per annum</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Hybrid: 3/2 days split between office and remote.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Start date: Mid-January</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Location: Cheltenham</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;">Key Responsibilities:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;"> </p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Maintaining and strengthening robust financial controls across the group</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Supporting month-end close, including production of the consolidated balance sheet</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Preparing statutory accounts for all group entities and the consolidated group (FRS 102)</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Acting as the main point of contact for external auditors and managing the audit process end-to-end</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Providing technical accounting guidance and preparing accounting position papers</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Leading on acquisition accounting and supporting the group's growth agenda</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Overseeing accounting for overseas entities and liaising with external accountants</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Supporting tax compliance and acting as key contact for tax advisors</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Assisting with covenant reporting, cashflow statements and liquidity forecasting</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Delivering ad-hoc analysis and reporting as required by the Financial Controller and CFO</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;">About You</p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">ACA or ACCA qualified</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly FRS 102</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Confident engaging with auditors and senior finance stakeholders</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Highly organised with excellent attention to detail</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">For more information, or to apply please contact Steph Manley @ Robert Half on 01179 935 400 or apply directly to this advert.</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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjQ0NTk3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>PAYROLL ADVISOR - 12 MONTH FTC - JANUARY 2026 START - UP TO £38k - BRISTOL - HYBRID WORKING </strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be working with a dynamic client who are looking for a full-time Payroll Advisor for a 12 month FTC to start in January 2026 offering up to £38k and hybrid working! </p><p><strong>Things to know: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Job Title</strong>: Payroll Advisor (12-month FTC)</li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Bristol (hybrid working)</li><li><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £38k </li><li><strong>Start date</strong>: January 2026 </li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Manage end-to-end monthly payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Maintain and control amendments to employee pay, including International Mobile Employees (IME).</li><li>Calculate and prepare international salary, tax, and pension payments.</li><li>Reconcile payroll data and provide returns and associated payments to internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Support employees with payroll-related queries, delivering excellent customer service across all levels.</li><li>Liaise with third-party payroll providers and complete ad hoc tasks accurately and on time.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience of managing large payrolls with differing levels of complexity.</li><li>Knowledge of Tax & NI rules for UK & IMEs (International mobile employees).</li><li>High level of attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to work quickly & accurately under pressures to meet deadlines.</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively at all levels both within the organisation and externally.</li><li>Adaptable and able to quickly react to changing priorities.</li><li>Formal qualification preferable but more important is the ability to understand how to calculate pay.</li><li>Great organisational skills - prioritising your workload and working independently, whilst also being a brilliant team player.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMTQ5OTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-start="239" data-end="281"><strong data-end="281" data-start="242">Job Title: Finance Business Analyst: </strong></h2><h3 data-start="505" data-end="537"><strong data-end="535" data-start="509">About the Organisation</strong></h3><p data-start="538" data-end="901">The organisation plays a central role in delivering high-quality public services and ensuring value for taxpayers. We are committed to financial transparency, strong governance, and evidence-based decision-making. As part of a large and complex government organisation, you will contribute to work that has a real impact on communities across the country.</p><h3 data-start="903" data-end="926"><strong data-end="924" data-start="907">Role Overview</strong></h3><p data-start="927" data-end="1290">We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented <strong data-end="1002" data-start="974">Finance Business Analyst</strong> to support financial planning, performance monitoring, and strategic decision-making. This role sits within the Finance Directorate and works closely with policy, operations, commercial, and senior leadership teams to ensure robust financial management and effective use of public funds.</p><h3 data-start="1292" data-end="1320"><strong data-start="1296" data-end="1320">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-end="2058" data-start="1321"><li data-start="1321" data-end="1396"><p data-end="1396" data-start="1323">Conduct financial analysis to support operational planning and delivery</p></li><li data-end="1485" data-start="1397"><p data-start="1399" data-end="1485">Prepare high-quality financial reports, dashboards, and briefings for senior leaders</p></li><li data-end="1571" data-start="1486"><p data-start="1488" data-end="1571">Support annual budgeting, medium-term financial planning, and in-year forecasting</p></li><li data-end="1661" data-start="1572"><p data-start="1574" data-end="1661">Analyse cost drivers, risks, and variances, proposing recommendations for improvement</p></li><li data-start="1662" data-end="1741"><p data-end="1741" data-start="1664">Provide business-partnering support to directorates across the organisation</p></li><li data-end="1882" data-start="1742"><p data-end="1882" data-start="1744">Contribute to the development and review of business cases in line with HM Treasury Green Book guidance (or relevant national framework)</p></li><li data-start="1883" data-end="1974"><p data-end="1974" data-start="1885">Ensure compliance with financial policies, audit requirements, and governance standards</p></li><li data-end="2058" data-start="1975"><p data-start="1977" data-end="2058">Support continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes and systems</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2096" data-start="2060"><strong data-end="2096" data-start="2064">Skills & Experience Required</strong></h3><ul data-end="2871" data-start="2097"><li data-start="2097" data-end="2171"><p data-end="2171" data-start="2099">Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field</p></li><li data-start="2172" data-end="2263"><p data-end="2263" data-start="2174">Professional qualification or part-qualification/QBE (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA) is desirable</p></li><li data-end="2379" data-start="2264"><p data-end="2379" data-start="2266">Experience working in a finance, analysis, or business partnering role-public sector experience is an advantage</p></li><li data-start="2380" data-end="2465"><p data-end="2465" data-start="2382">Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret complex data</p></li><li data-end="2552" data-start="2466"><p data-end="2552" data-start="2468">Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with financial or BI systems (e.g., Power BI)</p></li><li data-start="2553" data-end="2665"><p data-end="2665" data-start="2555">Excellent communication skills with the ability to present information clearly to non-financial stakeholders</p></li><li data-start="2666" data-end="2769"><p data-start="2668" data-end="2769">Strong attention to detail, organisational capability, and commitment to high standards of accuracy</p></li><li data-start="2770" data-end="2871"><p data-end="2871" data-start="2772">Ability to work effectively in a large, multi-disciplinary organisation with competing priorities</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2873" data-end="2894"><strong data-end="2894" data-start="2877">What We Offer:</strong></h3><ul data-start="2895" data-end="3221"><li data-start="2895" data-end="2955"><p data-end="2955" data-start="2897">A competitive salary within the government pay structure</p></li><li data-start="2956" data-end="3021"><p data-end="3021" data-start="2958">Civil service pension scheme / public sector pension benefits</p></li><li data-start="3022" data-end="3063"><p data-end="3063" data-start="3024">Flexible, hybrid working arrangements</p></li><li data-start="3064" data-end="3136"><p data-start="3066" data-end="3136">Access to professional development, training, and career progression</p></li><li data-start="3137" data-end="3221"><p data-start="3139" data-end="3221">The opportunity to contribute to work that makes a meaningful impact on the public</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="3223" data-end="3245"> </h3><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> <br><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uNTE1NDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="761" data-start="403">Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a large, reputable family-run accounting firm to recruit a <strong data-start="509" data-end="557">Temporary Junior Accountant (ACCA Qualified)</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or early-career accountant to join a supportive, people-focused business with the possibility of a <strong data-end="735" data-start="713">permanent position</strong> for the right individual.</p><p data-start="763" data-end="929">The firm is well-established, highly respected, and prides itself on its collaborative culture, long-term client relationships, and commitment to developing its team.</p><h2 data-end="963" data-start="936"><strong data-end="963" data-start="939">Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><p data-end="1063" data-start="964">As the Junior Accountant, you will support the finance team with a wide range of duties, including:</p><ul data-start="1065" data-end="1675"><li data-start="1065" data-end="1121"><p data-start="1067" data-end="1121">Preparation of <strong data-end="1119" data-start="1082">statutory and management accounts</strong></p></li><li data-start="1122" data-end="1210"><p data-start="1124" 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team</p></li></ul><h2 data-end="2339" data-start="2317"><strong data-start="2320" data-end="2339">What's on Offer</strong></h2><ul data-start="2340" data-end="2691"><li data-end="2419" data-start="2340"><p data-end="2419" data-start="2342">The opportunity to join a highly respected, family-run accountancy practice</p></li><li data-end="2497" data-start="2420"><p data-end="2497" data-start="2422">Competitive temporary contract with genuine <strong data-start="2466" data-end="2495">potential to go permanent</strong></p></li><li data-end="2542" data-start="2498"><p data-end="2542" data-start="2500">A warm and inclusive working environment</p></li><li data-end="2619" data-start="2543"><p data-start="2545" data-end="2619">Exposure to a variety of clients and technical development opportunities</p></li><li data-start="2620" data-end="2691"><p data-end="2691" data-start="2622">Support from Robert Half throughout the hiring and onboarding process</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an 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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><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4xOTk0NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a long standing client to recruit a Cyber Security Manager on a permanent basis. <br /><br /></p><p data-end="372" data-start="345"><strong data-end="370" data-start="345">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-start="373" data-end="1211"><li data-end="496" data-start="373"><p data-start="375" data-end="496">Provide expert cyber security guidance, translating control requirements into technical standards and secure baselines.</p></li><li data-end="574" data-start="497"><p data-start="499" data-end="574">Support architectural governance, project reviews, and digital assurance.</p></li><li data-start="575" data-end="674"><p data-start="577" data-end="674">Maintain the technical security roadmap and drive improvements across tooling and capabilities.</p></li><li data-end="811" data-start="675"><p data-start="677" data-end="811">Operate and optimise core security tools (Defender, Sentinel, Tenable, CASB) and track control adoption through KPIs and dashboards.</p></li><li data-end="926" data-start="812"><p data-end="926" data-start="814">Lead and document security initiatives, including hardening guides, architecture diagrams, and evidence packs.</p></li><li data-end="1006" data-start="927"><p data-start="929" data-end="1006">Chair the Cyber Security Working Group and support regional security leads.</p></li><li data-start="1007" data-end="1069"><p data-start="1009" data-end="1069">Assist the Security Architect with deploying new controls.</p></li><li data-start="1070" data-end="1211"><p data-start="1072" data-end="1211">Deliver incident response: triage escalations, coordinate crisis response, provide out-of-hours support, and perform post-incident reviews.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1213" data-end="1242"><strong data-end="1240" data-start="1213">What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul data-end="1578" data-start="1243"><li data-end="1327" data-start="1243"><p data-end="1327" data-start="1245">Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.</p></li><li data-end="1427" data-start="1328"><p data-start="1330" data-end="1427">Highly organised, detail-driven, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects independently.</p></li><li data-end="1528" data-start="1428"><p data-end="1528" data-start="1430">Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, with clear and professional documentation skills.</p></li><li data-start="1529" data-end="1578"><p data-start="1531" data-end="1578">Commitment to ongoing professional development.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1606" data-start="1580"><strong data-start="1580" data-end="1604">Required Experience:</strong></p><ul data-end="2199" data-start="1607"><li data-end="1730" data-start="1607"><p data-start="1609" data-end="1730">Degree or equivalent experience plus relevant security certifications (Security+, CEH, CySA+, Cloud Security Engineer).</p></li><li data-start="1731" data-end="1808"><p data-start="1733" data-end="1808">Significant experience in cyber security operations or incident response.</p></li><li data-start="1809" data-end="1913"><p data-start="1811" data-end="1913">Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Tenable, CASB, and cloud security (AWS/Azure).</p></li><li data-start="1914" data-end="2017"><p data-end="2017" data-start="1916">Proven security project delivery, PowerShell automation skills, and familiarity with IR frameworks.</p></li><li data-start="2018" data-end="2097"><p data-end="2097" data-start="2020">Consulting-style experience providing advisory support to IT/Digital teams.</p></li><li data-end="2199" data-start="2098"><p data-end="2199" data-start="2100">Knowledge of NIST, CIS, ISO, COBIT, OWASP, and willingness to work out of hours/travel when needed.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2201" data-end="2217"><strong data-end="2215" data-start="2201">Desirable:</strong></p><ul data-end="2425" data-start="2218"><li data-end="2371" data-start="2218"><p data-start="2220" data-end="2371">Experience in MxDR/SOC support, security technologies (IDS/IPS, SIEM, firewalls), and compliance frameworks (GDPR, Cyber Essentials+, SOC2, PCI-DSS).</p></li><li data-end="2425" data-start="2372"><p data-end="2425" data-start="2374">Strong understanding of data protection principles.</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/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjE0NDM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half have partnered with a Healthcare Manufacture to recruit for a Disaster Recovery Specialist to lead and enhance our organisation's resilience strategy.</p><p>This role will focus on planning, developing, and executing robust Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity processes within a complex Azure-based environment.</p><br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br><ul><li>Lead the planning and development of DR and BC testing services, ensuring structured and repeatable processes.</li><li>Collaborate with operations teams to align recovery strategies with business requirements.</li><li>Identify and address gaps impacting DR/BC readiness, documenting improvements.</li><li>Coordinate and manage DR and BC test schedules, dependencies, and stakeholder communications.</li><li>Maintain and improve DR/BC documentation, including runbooks, recovery plans, test frameworks, and impact analyses.</li><li>Facilitate DR and BC drills and simulations, capturing lessons learned and implementing improvements.</li><li>Support audits, compliance checks, and risk assessments related to DR and BC.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 5 year's experience in IT infrastructure, DR coordination, or business continuity.</li><li>Strong background in planning and service development, not just execution.</li><li>Solid understanding of backup, replication, failover, and recovery technologies.</li><li>Hands-on experience with DR/BC tools such as Zerto, Veeam, Commvault, Azure Site Recovery, ServiceNow.</li><li>Familiarity with frameworks like ITIL and ISO 22301.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul><p><strong>Organisation:</strong></p><ul><li>Initial 12 Month Contract </li><li>Hybrid Working | Surrey based </li><li>Global Healthcare Manufacturer </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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuOTY2MjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">