<p>Robert Half has exclusively partnered with OUem to recruit for a newly created IT Operations Lead role based in Oxford. This is a permanent opportunity, ideal for candidates looking for better exposure to leading IT strategy and technology operations.</p><p>Senior hands-on IT Operations Lead responsible for operational stability, governance, and delivery of technology change across a multi-system environment.</p><p>This role combines IT operations leadership, policy & governance ownership, vendor management, data mapping, and end-to-end technical project delivery. Acts as a key interface between Technology, Compliance, and Operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>IT Operations</p><ul><li>Own day-to-day operational performance of infrastructure, SaaS, and core business systems</li><li>Define and manage service standards, KPIs, and support processes</li><li>Manage and hold third-party IT vendors accountable</li></ul><p>Policy, Governance & Controls</p><ul><li>Author, maintain, and enforce IT policies, standards, and procedures</li><li>Maintain audit readiness and documented IT controls</li><li>Align IT operations with compliance and risk requirements</li></ul><p>Project & Change Delivery</p><ul><li>Lead end-to-end delivery of IT initiatives (cloud migrations, infrastructure upgrades, system replacements, security tooling)</li><li>Ensure operational readiness: documentation, training, and support handover</li></ul><p>Data Mapping & Information Risk</p><ul><li>Own system/data maps, data locations, access models, and system dependencies</li><li>Improve visibility and reduce information and operational risk</li></ul><p>Risk, Incident & Resilience</p><ul><li>Oversee incident management, investigation, and remediation</li><li>Maintain DR/BCP documentation and testing schedules</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in IT Operations / Technical Operations / Infrastructure roles with leadership responsibility</li><li>Strong understanding of cloud (Azure preferred), networking, identity & access management, and SaaS environments</li><li>Proven experience writing and owning IT policies, standards, and operational processes</li><li>Experience delivering cross-system or infrastructure projects end-to-end</li><li>Strong documentation capability (data flows, system dependencies, controls)</li><li>Confident communicator with technical and non-technical stakeholders</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary plus discretionary award of up to 25%</li><li>Onsite in Central Oxford</li><li>Employer Pension contribution 10-16% of salary (employee contribution dependent)</li><li>Benefits allowance - tied to employee pension contribution</li><li>Life cover 4x salary</li><li>Private medical cover (Individual - end of probation)</li><li>Critical Illness cover 2x salary (end of probation)</li><li>Income protection cover up to 75% salary (end of probation)</li><li>Cash health plan (end of probation)</li><li>26 days holiday + bank holidays. The office is usually closed between Christmas and New Year. We do not require staff to take these days from their annual holiday allowance.</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/Um94eS5MYXcuMTEzMDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Northampton</strong><br /><strong>Exclusive Retained Search - Robert Half - Head of Finance</strong></p><p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively retained by <strong>Miswa Chemicals Limited</strong> to appoint a <strong>Head of Finance</strong> based in <strong>Northampton</strong> in the <strong>office full time</strong>.</p><p>This role represents an opportunity for a <strong>high-performing finance leader</strong> to play a central role in scaling an ambitious manufacturing business while working closely with the owners and progressing toward a <strong>Finance Director position</strong> as the company continues its growth trajectory.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Miswa is a fast-growing, independent British manufacturer of transportation and industrial chemical solutions with a clear ambition to scale to £50m+ revenue by FY29 while maintaining disciplined, profitable growth.</p><p>The business is seeking a high-calibre Head of Finance to manage a small finance function with a huge opportunity to expand, with aspirations toward a future Finance Director role, to lead financial strategy through its next phase of expansion. This role will suit an experienced finance leader from an SME or entrepreneurial environment who is commercially sharp, operationally grounded and comfortable partnering closely with owner-directors.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><p>The Head of Finance will provide strategic and operational financial leadership, ensuring the business maintains strong financial discipline while scaling. The role will focus on delivering:</p><p><br />* Profitable and sustainable growth<br />* Rigorous financial control<br />* Strong cash flow management<br />* Robust governance and reporting<br />* Optimised funding structures<br />* Strategic readiness for future acquisitions</p><p>Working closely with the owners, the Head of Finance will strengthen profitability, build financial resilience and elevate the finance function to support long-term growth.</p><p><strong>Strategic Financial Leadership</strong><br />* Partner with the Managing Director and Board on long-term financial strategy<br />* Deliver EBITDA and cash targets aligned to the <strong>£50m growth plan</strong><br />* Lead disciplined capital allocation and investment decisions</p><p><strong>Profitability & Margin Management</strong><br />* Deliver SKU, customer and channel margin analysis<br />* Identify margin erosion and implement corrective action<br />* Support pricing governance and commercial decisions<br />* Drive continuous improvement in gross and net profitability</p><p><strong>Cash Flow & Reserve Development</strong><br />* Implement rolling <strong>6-12 month cash flow forecasting</strong><br />* Optimise working capital across inventory, receivables and payables<br />* Build and protect a meaningful cash reserve<br />* Develop structured plans to build an acquisition reserve</p><p><strong>Funding & Banking Oversight</strong><br />* Manage and optimise <strong>invoice discounting facilities</strong><br />* Oversee asset finance and commercial loan arrangements<br />* Support renegotiation of banking facilities and cost of capital<br />* Maintain strong relationships with lenders and advisors</p><p><strong>Capex & Investment Planning</strong><br />* Introduce structured ROI and payback analysis<br />* Evaluate capital expenditure proposals<br />* Ensure investment decisions align with strategic priorities</p><p><strong>Budgeting & Financial Governance</strong><br />* Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes<br />* Oversee delivery of clear monthly management accounts and board packs<br />* Implement financial dashboards aligned to key KPIs</p><p><strong>Operational Financial Control</strong><br />* Strengthen cost discipline across operations and production<br />* Link operational metrics to financial performance<br />* Drive financial accountability throughout the organisation</p><p><strong>Finance Team Leadership</strong><br />* Lead, develop and mentor the finance team<br />* Conduct structured performance reviews<br />* Improve reporting accuracy, systems and processes<br />* Oversee payroll governance and compliance</p><p><strong>FX & Risk Management</strong><br />* Develop and manage a structured foreign exchange strategy<br />* Protect margins through forward planning and hedging where appropriate<br />* Identify and manage financial risk proactively</p><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>We are seeking a commercially minded <strong>Head of Finance / aspiring Finance Director</strong> with:<br />* <strong>ACCA qualified (or equivalent)</strong><br />* Proven success within an <strong>SME growth environment</strong><br />* Strong experience driving <strong>profitability and margin improvement</strong><br />* Advanced <strong>working capital and cash flow management expertise</strong><br />* Experience managing <strong>invoice discounting, asset finance and loan structures</strong><br />* Track record renegotiating banking facilities<br />* Experience preparing businesses for <strong>acquisition or investment</strong><br />* Ability to operate effectively at <strong>Board level</strong><br />* Hands-on style with strong operational understanding<br />* High integrity and discretion when working with founders/owners</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMjQxODEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnering with Summer Fields School to recruit a Senior Finance Officer. This position plays a central role in the school's finance team, offering a unique opportunity to join one of the country's leading prep schools with a reputation spanning over 160 years. </p><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Finance Officer</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Summertown, North Oxford</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000 - £43,000 depending on experience</p><p><strong>Full-time | Small collaborative team | Beautiful 70-acre campus</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is a full-boarding and day school for approximately 300 boys aged 4-13. The school offers excellent teaching, traditional values and exceptional pastoral care, with outstanding exam results achieved by leavers who regularly win scholarships to top public schools in the country.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit Bursary team in a friendly, community-focused environment where staff wellbeing is a priority. Many staff have been at the school for years, testament to the positive working culture.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is a key role in the school's finance team, ensuring the effective, accurate and timely delivery of core financial operations. This position will lead on fee billing and credit control, nominal ledger activities, and oversees the day‑to‑day running of the Accounts Payable function.</p><p>As the primary contact for finance‑related enquiries, the Senior Finance Officer helps maintain strong financial controls, supports high‑quality management reporting, and contributes to the overall financial integrity and stewardship of the school.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Main duties include:</strong></p><p><strong>Fee Billing & Credit Control: </strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, issue and reconcile termly fee invoices, including extras and bursaries.</li><li>Liaise with parents and resolve fee queries.</li><li>Credit control activities: monitor debtor balances and follow up overdue accounts.</li><li>Reconcile fee income to bank receipts and the general ledger.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Accounts Payable</strong></p><p>Oversight of the purchase ledger, with day-to-day activities predominantly being carried out by the Finance Assistant:</p><ul><li>Monitor the finance inbox.</li><li>Ensure accurate coding and authorisation of invoices and timely payment of suppliers.</li><li>Review supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Prepare payment runs, ensuring compliance with internal controls and approvals.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Nominal Ledger, Journals & Reconciliations:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate nominal ledger records in line with the school's chart of accounts.</li><li>Prepare monthly journals including prepayments, accruals and payroll journals.</li><li>Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Support month, term and year‑end close, ensuring deadlines are met.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>VAT Returns:</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of VAT return workings, including partial exemption calculations and ensuring correct VAT treatment across income and expenditure.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Other:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide timely financial information to the Finance Director and budget holders.</li><li>Assist with preparation of management accounts and analytical reviews.</li><li>Support the annual budgeting process, including collation of departmental information.</li><li>Prepare schedules for the external audit and respond to auditor queries.</li><li>Ensure the finance system is used effectively and identify and implement opportunities to automate and simplify processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key skills and experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience in a similar finance role, ideally within a school or charity.</li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, able to engage professionally with parents and staff.</li><li>Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Full time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Minimum three days per week on-site in Summertown, Oxford</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary and benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>6 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Pension - employer contributions of 4% for the first two years of service, 6% after two years</li><li>Group life assurance of three times annual salary</li><li>Private medical insurance provided by the school, which is a taxable benefit</li><li>On-site parking</li><li>Lunch on-site during term time</li><li>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Annual flu vaccination</li><li>Membership of Staff Swimming Club</li><li>Discounted on-site holiday activity clubs</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMjk4ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><p> <strong>Assistant Finance Officer</strong></p><p><br /> Robert Half are delighted to be partnered exclusively with <strong>Hope for Tomorrow</strong> in their search for this key role.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About Hope for Tomorrow</strong></p><p><br /> Hope for Tomorrow is an exceptional charity enabling essential cancer care through mobile cancer care units that serve in partnership with NHS trusts across the nation. Hope for Tomorrow brings cancer services closer to patients in their communities, eliminating the need for long, frequent, and often exhausting hospital trips.</p><p> </p><p>These mobile cancer care units travel into communities, parking at convenient locations, like community hospitals, garden centres and supermarket car parks. There, the dedicated staff on board can provide cancer care for up to 20 patients per day in a more accessible, comfortable and familiar environment. Patients receive the same exceptional clinical standards as in hospital, with added benefits that matter, helping to improve the cancer journey for patients and their loved ones.</p><p> </p><p>Being treated locally saves time and money on travel and parking. It removes the stress of navigating vast hospital sites and the worry of long waits and disrupted days. Instead, patients step into a calm, welcoming environment where they're seen promptly. Many patients also value the sense of camaraderie with other patients from their area, creating a supportive, friendly atmosphere.</p><p> </p><p>The charity's fleet of mobile units currently operates in regions including Gloucestershire, South Wiltshire, Kent, Suffolk, Essex, Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Norfolk. In August 2024, Hope for Tomorrow launched an innovative lung health assessment unit, marking their first venture into screening services to bring vital lung health checks directly to communities across Greater Manchester.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support the Senior Finance Officer with day-to-day financial administration and timely production of Monthly Management Accounts.</li><li>Manage transactional finance processes, including sales and purchase ledgers, bank payments, bank and petty cash reconciliations, supplier statement reconciliations, and processing of payroll journals, staff expenses, accruals, prepayments, and accrued and deferred income.</li><li>Prepare monthly Gift Aid claim reports and assist with VAT workings.</li><li>Help the finance team meet KPIs and respond to financial queries from SMT and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes across the charity.</li><li>Support specific finance related projects and assist with annual audit preparation.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Bookkeeping experience with month end reconciliations.</li><li>Highly organised, detail focused, and confident using Microsoft Office.</li><li>Strong communicator able to work with non‑finance colleagues.</li><li>Knowledge of double entry bookkeeping, month-end adjustments; charity finance or QuickBooks Online experience desirable.</li><li>Professional, confidential, and aligned with the charity's values; accounting/bookkeeping qualifications beneficial.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary and Benefits</strong><br /> A competitive salary range of £28,000 - 30,000pa + benefits, alongside a collaborative working culture, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real impact in a superb charity. Hybrid working and flexibility are supported after successful probation, making this an ideal role for someone seeking both challenge and balance.</p><p><strong> </strong></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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4wMjQwMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading financial services organisation to recruit an Interim CTO on a 6-12 month contract basis.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p data-end="135" style="display: inline !important;" data-start="97"><strong data-end="133" data-start="97">Technology, Data & IT Operations</strong></p><ul><li>The Interim CTO will be accountable for the performance, security and reliability of all technology, data and IT services.</li><li>Owns operational risk, resilience, incident management and disaster recovery, ensuring robust and continuously improving controls.</li><li>Oversees infrastructure, cloud and third-party services to ensure resilience, recoverability and cost efficiency.</li><li>Acts as senior lead during major technology incidents.</li></ul><p data-end="592" data-start="552"><strong data-end="590" data-start="552">Technology Strategy & Architecture</strong></p><ul><li>Translates business strategy into a clear, prioritised technology roadmap with senior stakeholders.</li><li>Owns execution of technology change, ensuring delivery is controlled and aligned to capacity and risk.</li><li>Guides architecture and platform decisions, balancing innovation with operational stability.</li></ul><p data-end="918" data-start="902"><strong data-start="902" data-end="916">Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>The Interim CTO leads Development, Data and IT Operations as a single, aligned function.</li><li>Builds capability, sets clear accountability and develops future leaders.</li><li>Ensures strong collaboration across key business areas.</li></ul><p data-end="1166" data-start="1135"><strong data-end="1164" data-start="1135">Delivery & Prioritisation</strong></p><ul><li>Partners with senior leadership to balance resilience, capacity and strategic delivery.</li><li>Supports clear prioritisation, trade-offs and transparent reporting of progress and risks.</li></ul><p data-end="1389" data-start="1355"><strong data-start="1355" data-end="1387">Operational Resilience (BAU)</strong></p><ul><li>Ensures stable, reliable "business-as-usual" services with strong governance and monitoring.</li><li>Balances change and operational demand while reducing technical debt and improving standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The Interim CTO will have technical Mastery - sufficient knowledge and experience in the key areas of technology, data and IT operations to credibly lead the team and the firm forward.</li><li>Leadership & Collaboration - leads through influence, clarity and trust; works effectively across senior peers.</li><li>Delivery & Execution - gets things done in complex environments; balances pace with quality and resilience.</li><li>Communication & Stakeholder Management - explains, listens, aligns and builds shared understanding.</li><li>Operational & Risk Awareness - understands the realities of regulated operations and operational resilience.</li><li>Adaptability & Continuous Improvement - responds constructively to change; encourages learning and evolution.</li><li>Client & Service Orientation - keeps client outcomes and adviser experience at the heart of technology decisions.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading financial services organisation </li><li>global organisation with offices in London </li><li>On-site required </li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjc0MDM0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Technology Risk & Resilience, Senior Consultant - London, Hybrid - £50k-£58k + bonus </strong></p><p>Robert Half are working with a leading consulting firm and are recruiting a <strong>Technology Risk & Resilience Senior Consultant. </strong>The role will be supporting clients with key disciplines such as information and technology risk management, third party risk, operational and technology resilience, and cyber security risk management.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and supervise consultants on project work plans and deliverables, especially on complex engagements.</li><li>Conduct technology risk assessments, evaluating client environments from both a technical and business perspective.</li><li>Review IT governance, systems, and controls against recognized standards (ITIL, COBIT, NIST, SOC2, ISO).</li><li>Design and implement solutions to enhance performance, improve resilience, and increase value for clients.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience required</strong></p><ul><li>Significant consulting or industry experience focused on technology-related risks.</li><li>Expertise in IT risk management frameworks, IT risk governance, operational resilience, third party risk management, and/or information security.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work autonomously in a delivery-focused consulting environment.</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical topics for non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Experience guiding teams, planning engagements, and managing project delivery.</li><li>Working knowledge and practical use of industry standards such as COBIT, ISO27001, NIST CSF, SOC2, and ITIL.</li><li>A collaborative mindset and passion for driving results.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Technology Risk & Resilience, Senior Consultant</strong> - <strong>London, Hybrid</strong> - <strong>£50k-£58k + bonus </strong></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/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjk4MjAwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h1><strong>Change Business Analyst </strong></h1><p>Robert Half is excited to partner with a leading investment management organisation in their search for a Business Analyst to support key operational change initiatives across their environment.</p><h2><strong>Overview</strong></h2><p>This role sits at the heart of an evolving investment operations function. You will analyse workflows, strengthen controls, and help deliver improvements across processes that support portfolio management, oversight, and operational governance. The successful candidate will combine strong BA fundamentals with experience working in investment or fund operations settings.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Review and document operational processes, identifying opportunities to simplify, automate, or strengthen control points.</li><li>Partner with investment, operations, risk, and technology teams to capture business requirements and translate them into clear deliverables.</li><li>Support workflow redesign and operational change across areas such as trade support, cash and position control, reconciliations oversight, and reporting workflows (kept high‑level intentionally to avoid identifiable detail).</li><li>Produce concise artefacts including process maps, requirement definitions, and implementation supporting materials.</li><li>Contribute to testing cycles (UAT) and readiness assessments for new tools, processes, or enhancements.</li><li>Help embed a culture of continuous improvement across investment operations.</li></ul><h2><strong>Experience & Skills</strong></h2><h3><strong>Essential</strong></h3><ul><li>Experience as a Business Analyst within investment management, fund operations, or a similar financial services environment.</li><li>Understanding of investment operations processes (e.g., trade support, middle‑office controls, reconciliations, reporting, data quality) without tying to any specific firm model.</li><li>Strong documentation skills with the ability to distil complex processes into clear, actionable outputs.</li><li>Confident working across technology and business teams to drive operational change.</li><li>Highly organised, structured, and detail oriented.</li><li>Experience delivering a Target Operating Model.</li></ul><h3><strong>Desirable</strong></h3><ul><li>Exposure to workflow or project management tools.</li><li>Experience supporting operational process redesign within regulated financial environments.</li><li>Understanding of data quality, operational oversight, or investment governance frameworks.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QWxleC5IaWxsLjI1MDM0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are supporting a global S&P 500 consulting firm to bring in an interim contractor as an Associate to support delivery across a major financial services client on Third-Party Risk Management and critical supplier oversight initiatives. The engagement sits within a mature TPRM and operational resilience environment, focused on strengthening the quality, consistency and audit readiness of critical vendor risk assessments. The programme already has a defined set of critical suppliers and established processes in place, and the focus will be on validating, improving and strengthening existing assessments rather than building a new framework. We are looking for a senior supplier risk or third-party risk specialist who understands how to assess vendor financial stability, disruption risk and operational impact across critical suppliers in regulated environments.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Assignment Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Rate</strong>: c. £<strong>500-£600</strong> per day via <strong>PAYE plus 12.07% holiday pay</strong></li><li><strong>Contract</strong>: <strong>Initial 10 month engagement with potential extension to 12 months</strong></li><li><strong>Location</strong>: <strong>City of London - 4 DAYS PER WEEK ON SITE (company policy)</strong></li><li><strong>Start</strong>: 1st week in <strong>April</strong></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with business units to identify and validate <strong>critical suppliers across engagements, geographies and business lines</strong></li><li>Conduct <strong>third-party risk assessments</strong>, analysing the potential impact of supplier disruption</li><li>Collect vendor financial data through internal platforms, external data sources or directly from vendors</li><li>Perform <strong>quantitative financial analysis</strong> assessing supplier financial stability</li><li>Carry out <strong>qualitative assessments</strong> using financial statements, audit reports and supporting documentation</li><li>Produce <strong>executive summaries</strong> outlining supplier risk exposure and assessment outcomes</li><li>Review and improve <strong>existing supplier risk assessments</strong>, ensuring consistency, accuracy and audit readiness</li><li>Support <strong>audit and regulatory assurance activities</strong> by ensuring supplier risk documentation and data quality meet governance standards</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Experience Required</strong></p><ul><li>Experience within <strong>Third-Party Risk Management, Vendor Risk or Supplier Risk</strong></li><li>Experience assessing <strong>critical suppliers within financial services or regulated environments</strong></li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>vendor financial risk and financial stability analysis</strong></li><li>Experience working with <strong>TPRM platforms</strong> such as ProcessUnity, Archer, ServiceNow or similar</li><li>Ability to produce <strong>clear executive-level risk summaries</strong></li><li>Exposure to <strong>operational resilience, supplier risk governance or regulatory frameworks</strong></li><li>Experience supporting <strong>audit readiness or regulatory review processes</strong></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Interview Process</strong></p><ul><li>Initial interview with the <strong>global consulting firm</strong></li><li>Likely follow-up interview with the <strong>end client delivery team</strong></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Compliance checks: if successful, the final stage of the process will require 2 recent professional references, financial background checks and criminal record checks.</strong></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/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS4yOTQ3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Internal Audit Manager (Permanent Role) | Energy | Central London (Hybrid - 2 Days Office) | £80,000-£90,000 + Bonus</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a nationally significant UK infrastructure and energy organisation at the heart of one of the country's most complex and high-profile capital programmes. As the project continues to scale and governance requirements evolve, the Internal Audit function is expanding, creating a standout opportunity for an experienced Internal Audit Manager to join a high-impact, forward-thinking team.</p><p> </p><p>This is a pivotal, hands-on internal audit role where you'll lead the end-to-end delivery of assurance and advisory engagements across a fast-moving, highly regulated environment. Reporting directly to the Head of Internal Audit, you'll provide clear, evidence-based insight to senior leaders, influencing decision-making and strengthening risk, control, and governance across the programme.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>📊</strong><strong> About the Role</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the planning, execution and reporting of internal audit engagements across financial, operational, compliance and IT-related risk areas.<br /> * Deliver independent assurance, insight and foresight to strengthen governance, risk management and internal controls.<br /> * Prepare and present high-quality audit reports and findings to senior stakeholders, including the Executive Team and Audit & Risk Committee.<br /> * Develop pragmatic corrective action plans with management and track progress to completion.<br /> * Contribute to the annual internal audit planning process, ensuring coverage of key strategic and emerging risks.<br /> * Support the organisation's integrated assurance framework and three lines of defence model.<br /> * Coach, develop and line manage up to two Internal Auditors, and oversee co-source support where required.<br /> * Stay up to date with developments in audit methodology, risk management and assurance technologies.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋<strong> What We're Looking For</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Minimum of 7 years' experience in internal audit, risk or assurance within large, complex organisations or professional services environments.<br /> * Significant experience delivering internal audit engagements in large, complex organisations or within a leading professional services firm.<br /> * If trained in Big 4 or professional services, candidates will ideally have already made the move into an in-house / industry internal audit role.<br /> * Strong experience independently delivering high-quality internal audit engagements in fast-paced, highly regulated settings.<br /> * Confident communicating audit findings clearly and credibly to senior management and committees.<br /> * Comfortable providing constructive challenge and navigating complex stakeholder discussions.<br /> * Strong understanding of global internal audit standards and leading practice.<br /> * Professional qualification such as CIA or CISA is highly advantageous (but not essential for exceptional candidates).<br /> * Exposure to IT-enabled audits, major projects, infrastructure, or government-funded environments is beneficial but not required.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝<strong> Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>£80,000-£90,000 base salary (depending on experience)<br /> * Annual bonus of up to 10%<br /> * Generous contributory pension scheme (up to 7.5% employee / up to 15% employer)<br /> * Private medical cover<br /> * 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days<br /> * Monthly flexible benefits allowance<br /> * Extensive professional development, wellbeing and support programmes<br /> * Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the Central London office</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>💼</strong><strong> Why Join This Business</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>This is a rare opportunity to join a nationally important programme that will shape the UK's energy infrastructure and long-term energy security. You'll operate at the intersection of government, regulators, investors and delivery partners, gaining exposure to complex risks, novel challenges and genuinely consequential decisions.</p><p>The internal audit function is evolving into a modern, insight-led assurance team, giving you the chance to influence its direction, embed best practice, and deliver work that truly matters. For an ambitious Internal Audit Manager, this role offers real visibility, influence, and long-term career progression within a stable, high-profile organisation.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMDUyMjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong> GROUP FINANCE DIRECTOR </strong></p><p><br /> I am proud to be the retained search partner to a well-established, reputable and highly profitable pharmaceutical manufacturing group that has a diverse range of products across its five business units. Due to internal change they now seek to recruit a Group CFO that will oversee business unit performance, develop Divisional Finance Directors, identify acquisition opportunities, steer growth strategy through partnership with operational leadership and manage the relationship with the board.<br /> </p><p>This role would be based from their Beaconsfield HQ with the opportunity to work from home 1-2 days per week.</p><p><br /> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Financial Leadership:</strong></li><ul><li>Develop and implement group-wide financial strategies aligned with the individual business's strategy and business goals.</li><li>Advise the Group Chief Executive and executive team on financial planning, risk management, and investment opportunities.</li></ul><li><strong>Financial Operations & Reporting:</strong></li><ul><li>Provision of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated group management accounts and reports to the board and executive team.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li>Provide strong support and challenge to all capital expenditure proposals across the group to ensure strong return on investments.</li><li>Responsible for monthly Group management accounts.</li><li>Responsible for effective management of the Group's cash position including FX and treasury.</li></ul><li><strong>Compliance & Risk Management:</strong></li><ul><li>Ensuring compliance with all financial, accounting and tax requirements for the Group, working with external advisors as appropriate.</li><li>Oversee the annual audit and preparation of statutory accounts working with the external auditors.</li><li>Ensure all businesses within the group adhere to the internal Group Finance and Governance framework to deliver a robust financial control environment.</li><li>Ensure that effective risk and resilience plans are in place across the Group to mitigate financial risks to the Group.</li></ul><li><strong>Team Leadership & Development:</strong></li><ul><li>Lead and mentor the finance leaders across all of businesses providing coaching and support as required.</li><li>Foster a high-performance culture within the Group's finance function.</li></ul><li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement:</strong></li><ul><li>Proactively manage relationships with the external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies as appropriate.</li><li>Produce insightful financial management information with regards to operational and strategic performance to the Managing Directors, Executive team and Board.</li></ul><li><strong>Miscellaneous:</strong></li><ul><li>Oversee and administer payroll for senior leaders.</li><li>Provide support on any ad hoc activities and projects as instructed by the Group CEO and Board.</li></ul></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Senior finance leadership experience in a multi-site, operationally complex environment with exposure to a manufacturing sector business</li><li>Strong commercial orientation with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>Robust technical capability, including audit oversight and acquisition accounting.</li></ul><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £150,000 and £180,000 P/A based on experience</li><li>A car allowance of £6500 P/A</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 25%</li><li>7% pension contribution</li><li>26 days holiday plus 8 bank holiday</li><li>Income protection</li><li>Death in service</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Other great benefits on application</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMzc5NDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading PE-backed facilities organisation to recruit a Interim IT Director on an initial 8-12 month contract basis. </p><p><strong>Objectives (8-12-Month Outcomes)</strong></p><p>The Interim IT Director will be accountable for designing and executing a transformation roadmap, delivering tangible improvements across cost, service quality, resilience, and commercial value.</p><ol><li><strong> Digital Transformation & Value Creation</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Design and execute a clear, prioritised digital transformation plan aligned to the PE value-creation strategy.</li><li>Translate technology initiatives into commercial outcomes (cost reduction, productivity, service improvement, scalability).</li><li>Establish clear governance, milestones, and success metrics within the business.</li></ul><ol start="2"><li><strong> Automation, AI & Process Efficiency</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Identify and deliver automation and AI opportunities that reduce manual effort, improve speed, and enhance customer and internal service experience.</li><li>Simplify and streamline core business processes, removing friction and failure points.</li></ul><ol start="3"><li><strong> Outsourced IT Review & Supplier Reset</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Conduct a rapid but thorough review of the current outsourced IT model (including Aura).</li><li>Address poor service levels, slow response times, and lack of value for money.</li><li>Redesign the sourcing strategy: renegotiate, replace, or re-tender providers as required.</li><li>Deliver cost transparency, improved SLAs, and materially better service quality.</li><li>Resolve issues around overpriced, second-hand equipment and long lead times.</li></ul><ol start="4"><li><strong> IT Security & Risk Management</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Assess and remediate cyber and operational security risks.</li><li>Ensure the business meets an appropriate level of security maturity for a PE-backed organisation preparing for exit.</li><li>Put in place pragmatic, proportionate controls and incident response capability.</li></ul><ol start="5"><li><strong> Data & Analytics Capability</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Improve access to reliable management information and analytics.</li><li>Enable data-driven decision-making across the executive team.</li><li>Define a realistic roadmap for analytics maturity aligned to business need.</li></ul><ol start="6"><li><strong> IT Procurement & Commercial Control</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Establish disciplined IT procurement processes.</li><li>Ensure technology spend is justified, benchmarked, and ROI-led.</li><li>Introduce stronger commercial management of vendors and contracts.</li></ul><ol start="7"><li><strong> Build a Fit-for-Purpose IT Function</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Design and implement an appropriate target operating model for IT, balancing in-house capability and outsourced services.</li><li>Clarify roles, accountability, and governance.</li><li>Upskill or reshape the existing IT Manager role as part of a sustainable future-state function.</li></ul><ol start="8"><li><strong> Core Systems & Operating System Remediation</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Address critical system instability, including replacement of the unsupported operating system (in place since November 2015).</li><li>Build a robust business case for change, clearly articulating risk, cost, ROI, and implementation roadmap.</li><li>Reduce system failures and downtime, improving operational resilience.</li></ul><ol start="9"><li><strong> Exit Readiness</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Ensure all initiatives support the broader objective of maximising valuation and exit readiness for summer 2027.</li><li>Improve technology due-diligence readiness, documentation, resilience, and scalability.</li><li>Leave behind a clear technology roadmap that extends beyond the interim engagement.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile Type</strong></p><ul><li>Proven Interim IT Director / Technology Transformation Lead experience in PE-backed or highly commercial environments.</li><li>Strong track record of fixing underperforming outsourced IT models.</li><li>Commercially astute, able to build ROI-led business cases and challenge spend.</li><li>Hands-on, delivery-focused, and credible at board and CEO level.</li><li>Comfortable operating in ambiguity and moving at pace.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjU3NDAxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Director - Tewkesbury - Competitive Salary </strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a manufacturing business based in Gloucester to recruit an experienced Finance Director.</p><p>The Finance Director will be a key member of the Board, responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, commercial insight and robust governance across the Group. The role leads the finance and IT functions and oversees payroll, ensuring strong financial control and systems that support sustainable growth.</p><p><strong>Key Duties:</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic & Commercial Direction</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a trusted strategic partner to the Managing Director and Board.</li><li>Shape and deliver long-term financial plans that support overall business objectives.</li><li>Enhance profitability through margin improvement and disciplined cost management.</li><li>Develop robust financial models to evaluate and support strategic projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Management & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain full oversight of financial operations, controls, and processes.</li><li>Ensure adherence to all legal, statutory, and regulatory obligations.</li><li>Manage the external audit process and statutory financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee the company's risk management framework and corporate governance structure.</li></ul><p><strong>Planning, Budgeting & Performance Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Direct the annual budgeting cycle and ongoing reforecasting processes.</li><li>Produce timely monthly management accounts and performance KPI analysis.</li><li>Monitor and manage long-term cash flow projections.</li></ul><p><strong>Corporate Finance & Risk Management</strong></p><ul><li>Lead relationships with banking partners and oversee funding arrangements.</li><li>Manage treasury activities and capital planning requirements.</li><li>Oversee insurance programmes and enterprise risk management activities.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Technology & Systems Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Define and implement an IT strategy aligned with business expansion plans.</li><li>Oversee ERP platforms, financial systems, and business intelligence tools.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Organisational Culture</strong></p><ul><li>Build, lead, and develop high-performing Finance and IT teams.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent</li><li>Significant senior finance leadership experience</li><li>Experience within high-volume, transaction-based manufacturing environments</li><li>Experience leading systems and financial transformation.</li><li>Commercially astute and strategically minded</li><li>Strong communicator at Board and operational levels</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLkJvc2hlci42ODY1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is working with a well-established, growth-focused financial services organisation to recruit a Credit Risk Team Lead. This role sits within a developing credit function and offers the opportunity to lead a team while helping to embed robust credit risk practices in a dynamic, regulated environment.</p><p>This position is well suited to an experienced credit risk professional who enjoys balancing hands-on oversight with people leadership and stakeholder engagement.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Credit Risk Team Lead, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a credit risk team, ensuring consistent, high-quality credit decisioning and strong adherence to policies and controls. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to support effective risk management and ongoing process improvement.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, manage, and develop a team of credit risk professionals, including performance management and coaching</li><li>Oversee credit assessment and decisioning processes in line with agreed risk appetite and policies</li><li>Support the development, documentation, and implementation of credit risk policies and procedures</li><li>Produce and deliver regular risk reporting and insights to senior stakeholders</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to ensure credit risk practices align with wider business requirements</li><li>Drive continuous improvement of credit processes, controls, and quality assurance activities</li><li>Support training and knowledge sharing within the credit risk function</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years' experience in credit risk, underwriting, or a related risk discipline</li><li>Previous experience in a supervisory or team leadership capacity</li><li>Strong understanding of credit risk assessment, portfolio monitoring, and governance frameworks</li><li>Analytical and detail-oriented, with sound judgement in risk decisioning</li><li>Effective communicator, comfortable engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders</li><li>Well organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><p><strong>Salary and Benefits</strong></p><p>The role of Credit Risk Team Lead is offered with hybrid working for a salary of up to £95,000 DOE plus bonus and benefits.</p><p>This is a great opportunity for a credit risk professional looking to step into or further develop a leadership role within a stable yet evolving organisation.</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjkzMjczLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Legal Counsel (in-House)</strong></p><p><strong>Property development firm</strong></p><p><strong>£135K-£145K</strong></p><p><strong>London office (fully office based role)</strong></p><p>Main Duties:</p><p>▪ Draft and/or review leases, sale and purchase, development, planning, construction, consultant appointment, property management, financing and other agreements and tenancy documents.</p><p>▪ Handle and/or manage and advise on the Group's acquisition/disposal transactions, due diligence and title investigations, litigation proceedings, sale and leasing of properties, company secretarial and insurance matters.</p><p>▪ Advise and work closely with all business/control/support functions such as Projects, Cost Control, Marketing, Human Resources & Administration, Finance and Information Technology on legal issues arising from the Group's business and operations.</p><p>▪ Assist with the review, updating and implementation of company policies to ensure compliance of new legislation and regulations.</p><p>▪ Conduct legal research, advise and provide business units with updates and training on legal and statutory developments of relevance to the Group's businesses and operations.</p><p>▪ Ensure that legal risks are identified and advised to senior management in a timely manner.</p><p>▪ Deal and liaise with external parties including regulators and Governmental bodies.</p><p>▪ Manage disputes and control external legal resources in terms of cost and performance, including budgeting, negotiation and settlement of external lawyers' fees.</p><p>▪ Report to and work with the Group General Counsel on legal, company secretarial and risk management matters relating to the Group's businesses and operations in the UK.</p><p> </p><p>Qualifications, Essential skills & Attributes</p><p> </p><p>▪ Solicitor qualified in England and Wales</p><p>▪ Minimum 12 years post qualification experience in commercial property in the UK</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/Y2hyaXMuaGVuc29uLjgwNjk1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="112" data-end="241"><strong data-start="112" data-end="144">Finance & Operations Manager - Mandarin speaker </strong><br data-end="195" / data-start="192"> Salary: up to £60,000 + 25 days annual leave</p><p data-end="241" data-start="112"><strong>Key link between our UK office and our partners in China.</strong></p><h2 data-end="259" data-start="248">The Role</h2><p data-end="463" data-start="261">We are seeking a hands-on and highly organised Finance & Operations Manager to take ownership of the finance function while overseeing HR administration, sales support, and day-to-day office management.</p><ul data-processed="true" class="KsbFXc U6u95" data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true"><li class="dF3vjf" data-hveid="CAEICRAA" data-sae="" data-complete="true" data-sfc-cb=""><strong data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" class="Yjhzub">Language Skills:</strong> Professional-level fluency in <strong data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" class="Yjhzub">Mandarin</strong> (written and spoken) is essential for this role to facilitate communication with our international partners.</li></ul><p data-end="773" data-start="465">This is a broad, varied position suited to someone who enjoys working at the centre of the business, improving processes, and supporting commercial teams in a growing SME environment. You will act as the operational backbone of the office, ensuring finance, people, and administrative processes run smoothly.</p><h2 data-end="803" data-start="780">Key Responsibilities</h2><h3 data-start="805" data-end="816">Finance</h3><ul><li>Manage day-to-day finance operations and maintain strong financial controls</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and receivable</li><li>Produce monthly management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Manage cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting</li><li>Maintain accurate and compliant financial records</li><li>Liaise with external accountants and advisors</li></ul><h3 data-end="1190" data-start="1160">HR & People Administration</h3><ul><li>Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, and employee records</li><li>Support payroll and benefits administration</li><li>Maintain HR documentation and compliance</li><li>Act as first point of contact for HR-related queries</li><li>Assist with development of HR processes and policies</li></ul><h3 data-end="1491" data-start="1461">Sales & Commercial Support</h3><ul><li>Support the sales team with quotes, proposals, and order processing</li><li>Maintain CRM and sales data accuracy</li><li>Produce sales and performance reporting</li><li>Coordinate with logistics/operations to support delivery</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve sales administration processes</li></ul><h3 data-end="1815" data-start="1781">Office Management & Operations</h3><ul><li>Fluent in <strong>Mandarin</strong></li></ul><h2 data-end="2123" data-start="2101">Skills & Experience</h2><ul><li>Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Finance & Operations, or similar broad role</li><li>Strong hands-on finance capability</li><li>Experience supporting HR and/or sales administration</li><li>Highly organised with strong attention to detail</li><li>Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills</li><li>Confident communicator able to work across all levels</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment</li><li>Able to manage multiple priorities effectively</li><li>High level of discretion with confidential information</li></ul><h2 data-start="2639" data-end="2651">Desirable</h2><ul><li>SME or owner-managed business experience</li><li>Experience improving finance or operational processes</li><li>Familiarity with CRM and accounting systems</li><li>Exposure to HR/payroll processes</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMDAzNTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half have partnered with a private equity backed, industry market leader to recruit a commercially focused Finance Business Partner. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, operationally focused business with a strong commitment to sustainability and a reputation for excellence.</p><p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Finance Business Partner<br /> <strong>Location: </strong>Bicester - Hybrid working (1-2 days onsite per week) - (covering sites across the East of England)<br /> <strong>Salary: </strong>Up to £55,000 + generous car allowance + annual bonus</p><p>Hybrid working | Stakeholder engagement | Qualified accountant</p><p><br /> The successful candidate will act as a trusted business partner to operational and engineering teams across multiple sites, delivering insightful financial analysis and driving performance improvement in this relatively easy-to-understand business environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with operational staff and engineering managers to drive business performance through insightful financial analysis and commercial challenge.</li><li>Produce monthly management accounts, KPIs, budgets, forecasts and investment appraisals in line with agreed timetables.</li><li>Monitor KPI performance and deliver detailed cost analysis on key variable costs including maintenance, disposal and consumables.</li><li>Work closely with the management accounting team during month-end processes, with FBPs supporting the broader financial reporting cycle.</li><li>Ensure robust financial controls, purchase order compliance and adherence to accounting standards across your designated sites.</li><li>Identify commercial risks and opportunities, working with senior management to maximise value and mitigate risk.</li><li>Occasional travel to sites across the East of England (limited travel due to work demands, typically 1-2 days per week in the office).</li></ul><p><strong><br /> The Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA preferred initially, though finalists or QBE may be considered for exceptional candidates).</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful business insight.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills - comfortable engaging with operational teams and senior leadership.</li><li>Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoys getting involved beyond just the numbers.</li><li>Comfortable working autonomously while being part of a wider FBP team (6 in total).</li><li>Previous experience in operational or manufacturing environments is advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong><br /> Culture and Benefits</strong></p><p>This is a business that values its people and offers genuine opportunities for career development. You'll be joining a supportive FBP team within a private equity backed organisation that rewards performance and provides:</p><ul><li>Competitive salary up to £55,000.</li><li>Generous car allowance.</li><li>Annual performance bonus.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement (1-2 days per week in office, with flexibility).</li><li>Opportunity to work across multiple sites with varied operational challenges.</li><li>Supportive team environment with exposure to both finance and corporate finance functions.</li></ul><p><br /> If you're a qualified (or nearly qualified) accountant who enjoys stakeholder engagement and wants to be part of a business that values commercial insight and operational excellence, 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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS45OTUzNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Finance Director on behalf of a specialist Research Organisation with offices in Hertfordshire - easily commutable from Harpenden, St Albans, Luton, Hemel and surroundings.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Finance Director you will report to the CEO and work as a key member of the Executive team to shape and deliver on financial strategy and provide leadership to the business. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Lead the development and execution of the Business's long‑term financial strategy, ensuring financial resilience and sustainability.</li><li>Drive integrated financial planning across the business, ensuring alignment between research objectives, operational needs, and available resources.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor the external financial environment, sector trends, and regulatory changes, advising the Executive Team on emerging risks and opportunities.</li><li>Lead the end‑to‑end financial planning cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, cashflow management, and performance reporting.</li><li>Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial reports, statutory accounts, and management information.</li><li>Oversee financial controls, risk management processes, and internal audit activities to ensure strong governance and compliance.</li><li>Manage investment planning, capital expenditure, and financial appraisal of research and commercial opportunities.</li><li>Team Management</li><li>Ownership of Governance</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with extensive experience in strategic financial management within a complex organisation, ideally research, service or not for profit/grant lead environments. This is an excellent senior opportunity to work within an organisation that can affect the wider world and community</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Finance Director in Herfordshire is working 3 days a week in the office and offering a salary of £110-120K</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTA1MDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a global business near Chippenham to recruit a Cyber Security Analyst on a permanent basis, paying up to £65,000 with hybrid working. This is a great opportunity comes with clear progression opportunities and will require someone to come with both technical and GRC security experience.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Oversee security incident management and response</li><li>Threat management</li><li>Configure, implement and maintain security tools such as SIEM, XDR, EDR, vulnerability management</li><li>Implement and maintain security controls</li><li>Conduct vendor risk assessments, support internal and external audits</li><li>Governance, risk and compliance</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience: </strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in Cyber Security operations, threat management</li><li>Strong knowledge of SIEM, XDR, EDR, vulnerability management, firewalls and network security</li><li>Good understanding of risk management, vendor security assessments and compliance</li><li>Understanding of UK regulations, including Cyber Essentials, ISO27001, NIST</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer: </strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £65,000</li><li>Hybrid working - approximately 2 days a week in office (Chippenham)</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Private medical insurance</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/Um94eS5MYXcuOTc4MzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are proud to be working in an exclusive retained agreement with <strong>Signify Research</strong> to recruit a <strong>Senior Finance Business Partner / Finance Manager,</strong> based in <strong>Cranfield</strong> on a <strong>hybrid</strong> basis.</p><p>You will be proactive, detailed orientated and ambitious looking to support driving the professionalism and value creation of our ambitious and scaling business, happy to pull up your sleeves and get stuck in with the aptitude to develop and grow as we do. This role is seen as the future Head of Finance with the opportunity to build a team around you as the business expands. <strong> </strong>The foundations of the finance function are now in place, and the next step is to professionalise, streamline and gradually build capability as the company grows.</p><p><strong>Senior Finance Business Partner/Finance Manager</strong></p><p>Signify Research is dedicated to offering the highest quality, most in-depth and robust market analysis, insight, and consultancy services for the healthcare technology industry.</p><p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><p>You will support the CFO by ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and assisting with financial processes, as well as acting as a key link between finance and the research, sales and marketing teams supporting the provision of insights and analysis to support decision making. This role is designed for a proactive individual who will aid ensuring that financial performance is aligned with business objectives and demonstrates curiosity, trustworthiness, and commitment to quality while fostering impartiality, partnership and expertise.</p><p>Right hand to the CFO/COO running the day-to-day finance activities whilst also lending support to strategic projects and working across the business to deliver efficiencies. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Duties & Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Own the relationship with outsourced finance provider who manage the day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll, and VAT returns.</li><li>Oversight of Accounts Payable</li><li>Ownership of Accounts Receivable including invoicing and credit control.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial controls and reconciliations.</li><li>Manage the month end close process and discipline (e.g., timelines, checklists, issues/actions log)</li><li>Ensure accurate Revenue recognition.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting and Forecasting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare the MI and KPI pack for CFO review.</li><li>Assist in preparing Board packs.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes, maintaining a rolling 12-month forecast (with CFO oversight).</li><li>Monitor cash flow and working capital, highlight variances promptly.</li><li>Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and internal controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Business Partnering (developing capability)</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with internal teams and external providers to resolve queries efficiently.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all financial matters.</li><li>Finance Business partner to all team leads helping to understand the financial impacts of business decisions and function as the early warning flag to emerging financial risks.</li><li>Provide analysis on profitability, cost control, and performance metrics.</li><li>Help non-finance stakeholders understand financial performance.</li></ul><p><strong>Process improvement and systems</strong></p><ul><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement/automation and contribute ideas proactively. Especially within sphere of influence.</li><li>Improve reporting efficiency and data quality.</li><li>Support future implementation of improved reporting tools (e.g., Power BI or similar)</li><li>Contribute to building a scalable finance function as the company grows.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Ideally a Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).</li><li>3-5 years' experience, ideally in an SME or scaling environment.</li><li>Strong grounding in management accounts and financial controls.</li><li>Experience with subscription revenue models beneficial.</li><li>Comfortable in Xero and strong Excel capability (basic modelling and analysis), proficient with other Microsoft applications</li><li>MI and data visualization tools and a working use of Power BI a plus.</li></ul><p><strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>£50,000 - £55,000 basic </li><li>Work in a PE backed, owner managed business on its growth journey to second transaction over the next 3-5 years</li><li>Family-friendly work-life balance with ability to work from home and flexible hours - Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 from home</li><li>Health cash plan that includes 24/7 virtual GP consultation service, health advice and counselling services, gym discounts and second opinion medical services</li><li>Company pension 4%, (increases to 7.5% after 3 years), 15% Bonus, dependent on company and personal performance</li><li>Paid employer-supported volunteer time off</li><li>27 days per annum holiday allowance (exclusive of bank holidays), flexible bank holiday usage, plus ability to "buy" addition holiday allowance.</li><li>Company life insurance worth 3X salary</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMjkyODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for an experienced IT Manager to join a growing HealthTech organisation based in Milton Keynes on an initial 3 month contract. This role will lead IT operations, infrastructure, service delivery, and cybersecurity within a fast paced, regulated environment.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Manage and maintain all IT infrastructure including networks, servers, cloud platforms, endpoints, and core business applications<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Ensure high availability, performance, resilience, and security of IT systems<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Oversee 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line support and act as the senior escalation point<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Establish and continuously improve IT policies, procedures, and service standards<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Allocate workload effectively and provide technical leadership to the IT function<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through technology and automation<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Plan and deliver system upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure enhancements<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Align IT initiatives with wider business objectives</li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Manage cybersecurity risks including vulnerability management, patching, backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Oversee third party vendors and enforce robust access control policies</li></ul><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Work closely with senior leadership and department heads to understand business requirements</li></ul><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Provide regular reporting on IT performance, risk posture, and ongoing initiatives<br /><br /></li></ul><p><strong>Experience Required:</strong></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Proven experience in an IT Manager or senior IT leadership role<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Strong background in IT operations and service delivery management<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Experience managing support functions and driving service improvement<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Strong hands on expertise across infrastructure, networking, and end user computing environments<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Proven experience with Microsoft Azure (IaaS, networking, storage, security)<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">In depth knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Entra ID (Azure AD)<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Strong administration experience across Microsoft Server and Desktop operating systems<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Hands on experience with Microsoft Hyper V virtualisation<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Expert knowledge of Microsoft Intune and endpoint/mobile device management<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Strong understanding of firewall technologies, network security principles, and the OSI model<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Experience managing network switching environments</li></ul><p><strong>Contract</strong></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;">Initial 3 month contract<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Competitive day rate - Inside IR35<br /><br /></li><li style="font-weight: 400;">Hybrid working - Milton Keynes based</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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuNTEzNTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Finance Manager is responsible for the day to day running the Management Accountants, AP & AR functions. This role is to support the FD to drive operational performance and efficiency by ensuring compliance with regulations with robust financial controls coupled with continuous process development. The role provides commercial financial support across four distinct revenue streams and multiple international operations, supporting data driven decision making by our business leaders.</p><p><strong>Duties of Role:</strong></p><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and develop finance team members.</li><li>Ensure clear segregation of duties.</li><li>Establish performance metrics and development plans.</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Control</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts with consolidated group reporting within the agreed timetable</li><li>Deliver revenue stream reporting with profitability analysis.</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls, including balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Oversee intercompany accounting, eliminations, and reconciliations.</li><li>Coordinate international tax compliance with advisors and submissions are made within the agreed timetable</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Revenue & Margin Management (4 Distinct Revenue Streams)</strong></p><ul><li>Develop detailed margin analysis per revenue stream.</li><li>Partner with Divisional Heads to monitor performance against budget.</li><li>Identify revenue recognition risks and ensure appropriate accounting treatment.</li><li>Provide cost allocation models across revenue streams.</li><li>Analyse pricing structures and contribution margins.</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting & Commercial Finance</strong></p><ul><li>Support the annual budgeting process across all revenue streams.</li><li>Provide scenario modelling and financial sensitivity analysis to General Managers</li><li>Support business cases for investment decisions and capital expenditure</li><li>Deliver KPI dashboards and executive reporting packs.</li></ul><p><strong>Systems & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain integrity of ERP/finance systems</li><li>Implement process improvements to enhance operational and reporting efficiency.</li><li>Develop automation in reporting and financial controls.</li><li>Support integration of new revenue streams.</li></ul><p><strong>Education: </strong></p><ul><li>ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified.</li><li>5+ years' experience in a multi-entity SME or international environment.</li><li>Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102.</li><li>Experience with multi-currency accounting and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in a group consolidation environment.</li><li>Exposure to multi -currency, multi entity operations</li><li>Experience implementing financial systems and processes.</li><li>Experience in managing individuals at different stages of their career development</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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuNzk3NDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3 data-start="122" data-section-id="1rgy4tu" data-end="161">Finance Manager</h3><p data-end="257" data-start="162">📍 Maidenhead (4 days office / 1 day remote)<br data-start="210" / data-end="213"> 💼 Permanent | Manufacturing Environment</p><p data-end="449" data-start="259">A growing and fast-paced manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Accounting Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day finance operations and lead a transactional accounting team.</p><p data-end="634" data-start="451">This role will play a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, efficient processes, and effective cross-functional support across the organisation.</p><h3 data-section-id="165gfiz" data-end="669" data-start="641">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1496" data-start="671"><li data-end="782" data-section-id="17r6hwd" data-start="671"><p data-start="673" data-end="782">Oversee daily accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll accounting, fixed assets and 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data-end="1264" data-start="1195">Strengthen internal controls and support internal audit initiatives</p></li><li data-start="1265" data-end="1354" data-section-id="m97lha"><p data-start="1267" data-end="1354">Manage treasury activities including cashflow forecasting and banking relationships</p></li><li data-start="1355" data-section-id="q8akxo" data-end="1412"><p data-end="1412" data-start="1357">Review UK VAT returns and payroll reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="1496" data-section-id="k7tjkp" data-start="1413"><p data-start="1415" data-end="1496">Support insurance renewals and act as a key finance contact across the business</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1523" data-section-id="eu7ne2" data-start="1503">Requirements</h3><ul data-end="2058" data-start="1525"><li data-section-id="jurtoz" data-end="1585" data-start="1525"><p data-start="1527" data-end="1585">Professional qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</p></li><li data-start="1586" data-end="1630" data-section-id="wdwcsi"><p 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data-end="2058" data-start="2005"><p data-start="2007" data-end="2058">Confident user of ERP systems and Microsoft Excel</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2088" data-section-id="q0ml33" data-start="2065">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-start="2090" data-end="2323"><li data-start="2090" data-end="2151" data-section-id="1c61j26"><p data-start="2092" data-end="2151">Opportunity to lead and develop a finance operations team</p></li><li data-start="2152" data-end="2214" data-section-id="1bz8fva"><p data-start="2154" data-end="2214">Exposure to senior stakeholders and business-wide projects</p></li><li data-end="2269" data-section-id="gh9832" data-start="2215"><p data-end="2269" data-start="2217">Fast-growing and operationally dynamic environment</p></li><li data-start="2270" data-section-id="u7mxfc" data-end="2323"><p data-end="2323" data-start="2272">Hybrid working: 4 days in the Maidenhead office</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uODY0NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h2><strong>Interim Finance Manager (Manufacturing) - 3-6 Month Contract</strong></h2><p><strong>Location:</strong> Calne (Hybrid)<br /> <strong>Start:</strong> ASAP<br /> <strong>Systems:</strong> <strong>MS Dynamics 365 Business Central (essential)</strong></p><p>We're supporting a leading manufacturing business in <strong>Calne</strong> who are looking for an experienced and <strong>hands on Interim Finance Manager</strong> to support the site for an initial <strong>3-6 month contract</strong>. This role is critical in driving accuracy across costing, inventory, production reporting, and site performance, so strong manufacturing experience is essential.</p><p>You'll oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and ensure compliance with IFRS/UK GAAP, while <strong>supervising a Management Accountant.</strong></p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><p><strong>Manufacturing Finance & Costing</strong></p><ul><li>Establish, maintain, and improve cost accounting standards across product costing and cost allocations.</li><li>Analyse inventory valuation, production order variances, standard vs actual variances, and absorption in production cost centres.</li><li>Provide detailed financial analysis on plant performance, gross margin variances, and key operational KPIs.</li><li>Support costing for new and existing products, partnering closely with Sales and Technical teams.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting, Forecasting & Budgeting</strong></p><ul><li>Lead accurate and timely month-end and quarter-end reporting for the plant.</li><li>Produce rolling 3‑month forecasts for plant KPIs and financial performance.</li><li>Compile the annual plant budget, cost centre budgets, and budgeted cost standards.</li><li>Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports covering product and site performance.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Control & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain strong accounting policies in line with IFRS and UK GAAP.</li><li>Prepare UK statutory accounts and manage the annual audit process.</li><li>Oversee the annual physical inventory count and ensure complete regulatory and site compliance.</li><li>Manage day‑to‑day accounting operations and supervise the Management Accountant.</li></ul><h2><strong>Essential Skills & Experience</strong></h2><ul><li>Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA).</li><li>Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment - <strong>strong costing/inventory exposure required.</strong></li><li><strong>Hands-on experience with MS Dynamics 365 Business Central (mandatory).</strong></li><li>Advanced Excel and strong overall systems capability.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, able to partner with non‑finance teams.</li><li>Strong budgeting, forecasting, and analytical skills.</li><li>Able to prioritise effectively and deliver to tight deadlines.</li></ul><p>If you are a hands-on Finance Manager then please apply to this role or send a copy of your CV </p><br><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dGhhbWluYS5zYWxhbS44Njc3Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-end="269" data-start="138">Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a leading manufacturing business to recruit a <strong>Commercial</strong> <strong data-end="268" data-start="227">Finance Manager </strong>based in Gloucestershire</p><p><strong>£60,000 - £70,000 plus bonus and wider benefits package</strong></p><p data-end="482" data-start="271"> </p><p data-start="271" data-end="482">This is a standout opportunity for a <strong data-start="308" data-end="366">qualified Finance Business Partner (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</strong> from a manufacturing or engineering background who is ready to step up into a broader, high-impact leadership role.</p><h3 data-start="484" data-end="498">The Role</h3><ul data-start="563" data-end="917"><li data-end="626" data-start="563"><p data-start="565" data-end="626">Own the <strong data-start="573" data-end="616">budget, forecast, and business planning</strong> process</p></li><li data-start="627" data-end="699"><p data-end="699" data-start="629">Lead <strong data-end="686" data-start="634">capital investment appraisals and business cases</strong> end-to-end</p></li><li data-start="700" data-end="774"><p data-end="774" data-start="702">Provide financial governance across operations and inter-site activity</p></li><li data-end="853" data-start="775"><p data-start="777" data-end="853">Partner with commercial teams to ensure <strong data-start="817" data-end="851">profitable, sustainable growth</strong></p></li><li data-end="917" data-start="854"><p data-start="856" data-end="917">Act as a trusted advisor to senior operational stakeholders</p></li></ul><p data-start="919" data-end="974">You won't just report numbers - you'll shape decisions.</p><h3 data-end="991" data-start="976">About You</h3><ul data-start="992" data-end="1245"><li data-end="1065" data-start="992"><p data-end="1065" data-start="994">Qualified accountant with strong manufacturing / engineering exposure</p></li><li data-end="1138" data-start="1066"><p data-end="1138" data-start="1068">Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling</p></li><li data-start="1139" data-end="1198"><p data-start="1141" data-end="1198">Commercially minded, confident challenging stakeholders</p></li><li data-end="1245" data-start="1199"><p data-end="1245" data-start="1201">Ready for greater ownership and visibility</p></li></ul><p data-end="1403" data-start="1247"> </p><p data-start="1247" data-end="1403">If you're an ambitious Finance Business Partner looking for your next step into a strategic operational finance leadership role, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p data-end="1403" data-start="1247"> </p><p data-start="1247" data-end="1403"><strong>£60,000 - £70,000 plus bonus and wider benefits package</strong></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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi42MDMzOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>This Financial Planning and Analysis Manager a Large Wealth Manager, paying £100, 000 to £120,000 depending on experience with a Discretionary bonus, based in Heart of the City operating 3 days in the office policy.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><strong>Role</strong></p><p>As a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, you will work closely with the Group CFO who is all about internal growth and development. Please find a brief outline of the role below:</p><ul><li>Management of the annual budgeting cycle and re-forecasting process (bottom-up and top-down).</li><li>Build out a rolling forecast model embedding opportunities and risks to help manage the in-year targets.</li><li>Process improvement - review and change existing processes to streamline the end-to-end budget process</li><li>Support and challenge the business in delivery of its objectives and improvement in financial</li><li>performance, operating as an independent finance partner.</li><li>Collaborating with other areas within the Finance department to enhance the delivery of information and promote teamwork</li><li>Own budget forecast submissions</li><li>Creation of Board papers and submissions working closely with the BPs.</li><li>Own the key ExCo monthly financial reports.</li><li>On-going development of financial management information aligned to the evolving business</li><li></li><li>Collaborating with other areas within the Finance department to enhance the delivery of information and promote teamwork.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager for this Wealth Manager Firm<strong> </strong>is ideally for the below</p><ul><li>Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with 5 years' post-quality experience.</li><li>Experience of managing a budget/forecast and multi-year planning cycle.</li><li>From Financial Services- Ideally a Wealth Management</li><li>Shorter Notice- 1 month Maximum</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager will report into a hugely impressive Group CFO who you will very closely on the day-to-day operations. The Wealth Manager are currently on track for another year of growth and 2026 isn't looking like it's slowing down! The business also offered great work life balance and this is a role due to growth!</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>Salary is bench marked £100,000 to £120,000 on experience (plus completion bonus). Additionally, they also have amazing culture and work life balance and are all about internal progression and growth. The business also a great benefit such bonus, private medical, free breakfast and much more.</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/TWF0dC5CaXJkLjI0OTAxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">