<p>Management Accountant | Bristol A growing and established multi-site UK organisation is looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join its Finance team. This is a key role within the business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of significant areas of management accounting while working closely with Finance, Operations, IT and senior stakeholders across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a central role in the preparation of monthly management accounts, financial reporting, variance analysis and reconciliations, while also providing commercial insight and helping to improve financial processes and controls. The Role Reporting to the Head of Management Accounts, you will be responsible for supporting the end-to-end monthly management accounts process, ensuring financial information is accurate, timely and provides meaningful insight to the wider business. You will also take ownership of the management accounting and reporting for one of the organisation's key business divisions, giving you exposure to a broad range of accounting areas and the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders. This would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys a varied role combining technical accounting, management reporting, analysis and business partnering. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts across the Group, working alongside Assistant Management Accountants. Produce and analyse P&L and balance sheet variance analysis, investigating significant movements and providing commentary. Maintain weekly revenue data between operational and finance systems, completing reconciliations and checks to ensure accuracy. Investigate discrepancies and work collaboratively with IT and operational teams to resolve issues. Review monthly revenue accounting across multiple business divisions. Prepare and review intercompany cross-charges. Perform variance analysis against operational sales data. Business partner with department leads to review P&L performance, cost management and opportunities for improvement. Take responsibility for the end-to-end management accounting and reporting for a key business division. Manage areas including provisions, trust-related accounting, cash flow reporting and trade account reconciliations. Support the FP&A and Compliance functions with data for management and regulatory reporting. Work closely with IT and Finance to review and improve financial systems, processes and interfaces. Support year-end processes, including statutory accounts preparation, audit schedules and liaison with external auditors. Support the Group Accountant with technical accounting requirements and changes relating to FRS 102. Provide holiday cover across the Management Accounts team through effective cross-training. Work with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure strong communication and collaborative working. Support investment cases and ad hoc finance projects where required. About You We are looking for a qualified accountant with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience across both management and financial accounting. You will be analytical, commercially aware and proactive, with the confidence to communicate financial information to stakeholders across the business. You should be comfortable working independently while also being a collaborative team player.</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/ZGlhbmEuZmVybmFkZXNsb3Blcy4wMTQ2My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Robert Half are proud to be supporting an organisation within the education sector, based near Bath, with the recruitment of an interim finance director.</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 is a fantastic opportunity for newly created role reporting to board level, ideal for a candidate with previous experience within the sector at head of finance, financial controller or finance director level.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 months minimum - opportunity for extension.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Daily rate:</strong> Up to £400pd (Inside IR35)</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Start date:</strong> Early/Mid-October</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Hybrid:</strong> 3 days onsite, 2 remote.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Location:</strong> Near Bath.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Reporting to board level, you will take responsibility for the following:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Production of monthly management accounts</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Cashflow forecasting and treasury management</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Bank covenant monitoring and compliance reporting</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Oversight of payroll for 400-500 employees</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Management of sales ledger, purchase ledger and debt collection</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Responsibility for cash and investment management</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* VAT returns and Corporation Tax compliance</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Management of the external audit process</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Insurance claims administration</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Attendance at Finance Committee meetings and preparation of associated reports</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Supporting the implementation of a new HR and payroll system</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 suits a candidate that is a qualified accountant and can hit the ground running on the above responsibilities.</p><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 Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400 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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjU3MjM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a well-established Bristol-based charity to appoint a Director of Finance & Operations, covering maternity leave.</p><p>You'll sit on the Senior Management Team, act as strategic lead for finance, operations and grant-making, and report directly to the CEO being equally comfortable in the Boardroom and close to operational detail.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Bristol - hybrid 2 days onsite.</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>circa £75,000</p><p><strong>Reporting to: </strong>Chief Executive Officer</p><p><strong>Duration</strong>: 12 month FTC</p><p><strong>Direct reports: </strong>Financial Controller, Head of Grants, Head of Operations</p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, management accounts and month-end close, reporting into the Finance & Grants and Audit Committees.</li><li>Lead risk, governance and policy - including company secretary duties and Board/committee papers.</li><li>Act as HR lead, overseeing payroll, pay and staff wellbeing.</li><li>Manage investment portfolios and a portfolio of let properties, including rent reviews and lease renewals.</li><li>Run the year-end audit and SORP-compliant statutory accounts.</li><li>Oversee IT and operational projects, and line-manage a Financial Controller, Head of Operations and Head of Grants.</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant with senior/Director-level experience in the charity sector - essential, to hit the ground running.</li><li>Confident presenting to Trustees and Boards, and translating finance for non-finance audiences.</li><li>Strong, adaptable people leader - comfortable managing a varied team through a period of change.</li><li>Working knowledge of charity SORP and UK charity governance.</li></ul><p>For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400 or apply directly to this advert.</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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjAxNDUwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a well-established Bristol-based charity to appoint a Director of Finance & Operations, covering maternity leave.</p><p>You'll sit on the Senior Management Team, act as strategic lead for finance, operations and grant-making, and report directly to the CEO - equally comfortable in the Boardroom and close to operational detail.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Bristol - hybrid 2 days onsite.</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>Circa £75,000</p><p><strong>Reporting to: </strong>Chief Executive Officer</p><p><strong>Duration</strong>: 12 month FTC</p><p><strong>Direct reports: </strong>Financial Controller, Head of Grants, Head of Operations</p><p> </p><p>The charity has recently been through a merger, and this role will help steer the resulting change programme, including a finance system implementation already in flight.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, management accounts and month-end close, reporting into the Finance & Grants and Audit Committees.</li><li>Lead risk, governance and policy - including company secretary duties and Board/committee papers.</li><li>Act as HR lead, overseeing payroll, pay and staff wellbeing. Manage two investment portfolios and a portfolio of let properties, including rent reviews and lease renewals.</li><li>Run the year-end audit and SORP-compliant statutory accounts.</li><li>Oversee IT and operational projects, and line-manage a Financial Controller, Head of Operations and Head of Grants - a team currently settling into some new appointments.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant with senior/Director-level experience in the charity sector - essential, to hit the ground running.</li><li>Confident presenting to Trustees and Boards, and translating finance for non-finance audiences.</li><li>Strong, adaptable people leader - comfortable managing a varied team through a period of change.</li><li>Working knowledge of charity SORP and UK charity governance.</li></ul><p> </p><p>For more information or to apply, please contact Hannah Curnow on 01179 935459 or apply directly to this advert.</p><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/aGFubmFoLmN1cm5vdy4yNDYxNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Finance Manager to join an entrepreneurial SME business who have recently received significant investment based in central Bristol. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£50,000 - £55,000 plus bonus, hybrid working and private medical cover amongst wider benefits package</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Own day-to-day finance operations including supplier invoices, customer invoicing, expenses, credit cards, bank reconciliations and payment runs</li><li>Own month-end close and deliver monthly management accounts by working day 5</li><li>Produce clear reporting for the CEO including P&L, balance sheet, cashflow, budget vs actuals, debtors, creditors and commentary</li><li>Maintain cashflow and budget models and improve financial visibility across the business</li><li>Cash, working capital & performance insight</li><li>Maintain visibility of cash position, runway, debtor risk and supplier obligations</li><li>Support better decision-making through accurate, timely financial insight and KPI reporting</li><li>Over time, improve reporting of inventory, WIP and product costing</li><li>Coordinate VAT, annual accounts, R&D tax credits, grants, PAYE checks, insurance and Companies House requirements with external advisors</li><li>Improve finance processes, reduce manual work and increase automation where possible</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA)</li><li>Experience owning month-end and producing management accounts</li><li>Strong understanding of core accounting (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations)</li><li>Strong Excel and finance systems capability</li><li>Comfortable working hands-on in a fast-moving SME environment</li><li>Strong attention to detail, accuracy and financial discipline</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£50,000 - £55,000 plus bonus, hybrid working and private medical cover amongst wider benefits package</strong></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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi4wODU2Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1>Charity Accountant </h1><p>A well-established and purpose-driven <strong>rescue charity</strong> is seeking an experienced <strong>Charity Accountant</strong> to join its team on a fully remote basis.</p><p>The role will be responsible for overseeing the charity's day-to-day financial operations, maintaining accurate financial records and providing effective financial reporting to support the organisation's continued growth and charitable work.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Managing the charity's accounts using <strong>Xero</strong>.</li><li>Maintaining accurate bookkeeping and financial records.</li><li>Completing bank reconciliations and processing invoices, payments and expenses.</li><li>Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Monitoring budgets, expenditure and cash flow.</li><li>Managing restricted and unrestricted funds.</li><li>Recording and reconciling donations, grants and other income.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of annual accounts and independent examination/audit.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with relevant charity accounting, HMRC and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Supporting Gift Aid processes where applicable.</li><li>Liaising with external accountants, auditors and other professional advisers.</li><li>Providing financial information and guidance to trustees and senior management.</li><li>Reviewing and improving financial processes and controls.</li></ul><h3>About the Candidate</h3><p>The successful candidate will have solid accounting experience, ideally gained within a <strong>charity or not-for-profit environment</strong>, together with strong practical knowledge of <strong>Xero</strong>.</p><p>Experience of charity accounting, restricted funds, Gift Aid, grants and preparing accounts for independent examination would be highly desirable.</p><p>The role would suit an organised and commercially aware finance professional who can work independently in a fully remote environment, communicate confidently with trustees and non-finance colleagues, and is passionate about supporting an organisation with a strong animal welfare mission.</p><p>A relevant accounting qualification such as <strong>AAT, ACCA, CIMA or ACA</strong> would be advantageous, although relevant practical experience will also be considered.</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant to take on a key financial position within a values-led animal rescue organisation, combining professional expertise with a genuine social impact.</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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS4xOTE0MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Finance Business Partner</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established organisation based in Bristol, is looking for a <strong>Senior Finance Business Partner</strong> to join their Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially-minded finance professional to work closely with budget holders across the business, providing expert financial guidance and helping to protect the long-term financial health of the organisation.</p><p>Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in supporting budgeting, forecasting, and investment decision-making, while developing and maintaining robust long-term cost models.</p><h1>The Role</h1><ul><li>Provide effective financial guidance to budget holders throughout the budgeting and forecasting cycle</li><li>Support budget holders with accurate monitoring of monthly management accounts, identifying and explaining variances</li><li>Support budget holders in valuing risks and assessing investment decisions, including input into business cases</li><li>Develop and maintain accurate long-term cost models and contract clause calculations</li><li>Prepare month-end journals to ensure the accuracy of monthly management accounts</li><li>Maintain best-practice finance business partnering policies</li><li>Build strong, collaborative relationships with budget holders, ensuring early involvement in financial risks and decisions</li><li>Manage and coach a small team, supporting their development and performance</li><li>Maintain business finance processes and controls that support accurate, timely decision-making and long-term cost management</li></ul><h1>About You</h1><ul><li>Part-qualified or fully qualified in a relevant professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA); qualified candidates with post-qualification experience are especially encouraged to apply</li><li>Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and long-term cost modelling</li><li>Working knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102) and IFRS as relevant to the role</li><li>Confident building relationships with non-finance stakeholders and translating financial information for a wider audience</li><li>Experience supporting or managing a small team is desirable</li><li>A proactive, analytical approach with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Strong IT and systems skills, with a willingness to develop digital capability further</li><li>Long term contracts experience would be desirable</li></ul><h1>What's on Offer</h1><ul><li>Salary up to £62,000, depending on experience</li><li>Based in Bristol</li><li>The opportunity to join a collaborative, values-driven finance team with genuine scope for progression</li></ul><p>If this sounds like your next move, we'd love to hear from you.</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/ZGlhbmEuZmVybmFkZXNsb3Blcy41NDAwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Financial Controller for a successful manufacturing organisation based in the Cardiff area.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Financial Controller is a key role in the senior leadership for this organisation. </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Finance Leadership</strong>: Direct the UK finance function, reporting straight to the Finance Director and Board.</li><li><strong>Strategic Partnering</strong>: Guide senior directors on commercial decisions, investment appraisals, and business cases.</li><li><strong>Team Development</strong>: Mentor, lead, and upskill Finance Team Leaders to foster a high-performance culture.</li><li><strong>Financial Control</strong>: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and long-term planning.</li><li><strong>Governance & Reporting</strong>: Ensure total compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS, SOX reporting, and statutory audits.</li><li><strong>Process Evolution</strong>: Drive continuous improvements in financial policies, systems, and cost-reduction strategies.</li></ul><p>🎯 What We Need</p><ul><li><strong>Qualifications</strong>: Fully CIMA, ACA OR ACCA qualified</li><li><strong>Experience</strong>: Proven senior leadership experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment.</li><li><strong>Technical Skills</strong>: Strong reporting background, audit management</li><li><strong>Systems</strong>: Advanced MS Excel skills (Macros, Pivots, VLOOKUPs). SAP or Oracle experience is a plus.</li><li><strong>Leadership</strong>: Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.</li></ul><p> </p><p>On Offer:</p><p> </p><p>A salary of up to £87,000 plus benefits.</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjEzMDMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">