<p>Robert Half are working with a Leading <strong>Engineering Business</strong> based in <strong>Bedford</strong> to recruit for a talented <strong>Senior Commercial Officer.</strong> We are looking to recruit an experienced, confident and self-motivated Senior Commercial Officer to join a awesome commercial team.</p><p>This is an office based role, Full time paying circa £50,000 plus very good benefits and a generous pension This is an exciting permanent opportunity for the right person to be part of a successful and highly skilled engineering company.</p><h3>Role Summary </h3><p>Demonstrating at all times a high level of integrity and able to influence management information effectively, you will be involved in <strong>ensuring that proposals to customers are priced, developed and approved in an acceptable manner to submit the associated offers, as well as negotiating, agreeing and supporting contracts that provide a robust commercial framework</strong> to enable and deliver best of class capabilities to customers.</p><p> </p><p>This is a varied and demanding role and it involves a number of duties and responsibilities:</p><p> </p><ul><li data-start="84" data-end="131"><p data-end="131" data-start="86">Ownership of key bid processes </p></li><li data-end="193" data-start="132"><p data-start="134" data-end="193">Direct customer engagement and contract negotiation</p></li><li data-start="194" data-end="250"><p data-start="196" data-end="250">Support and advice to senior internal stakeholders</p></li><li data-end="299" data-start="251"><p data-start="253" data-end="299">Input into commercial strategy and pricing</p></li><li data-end="346" data-start="300"><p data-end="346" data-start="302">Governance and risk management awareness</p></li><li data-end="346" data-start="300"><p data-end="346" data-start="302">Prepare high quality proposals for customer submission and conduct/support contract negotiations with customers</p></li><li data-start="300" data-end="346">Support contract closure.</li></ul><h3><strong>Experience required</strong></h3><ul><li data-end="201" data-start="107"><p data-end="201" data-start="109">Proven commercial, operational, or business experience, ideally in a technical setting</p></li><li data-start="202" data-end="269"><p data-start="204" data-end="269">Strong customer engagement and commercial management skills</p></li><li data-end="344" data-start="270"><p data-end="344" data-start="272">Solid understanding of business strategy and opportunity alignment</p></li><li data-end="377" data-start="345"><p data-start="347" data-end="377">Strong analytical skills</p></li><li data-end="450" data-start="378"><p data-end="450" data-start="380">Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications</p></li></ul><p> </p><h3 data-end="95" data-start="73"><strong data-end="95" data-start="77">What's on offer</strong></h3><ul data-start="97" data-end="422"><li data-end="136" data-start="97"><p data-start="99" data-end="136">Competitive salary up to £50K (DOE)</p></li><li data-start="137" data-end="182"><p data-start="139" data-end="182">Private health insurance & generous pension scheme</p></li><li data-start="183" data-end="207"><p data-end="207" data-start="185">Share incentive plan</p></li><li data-end="274" data-start="208"><p data-end="274" data-start="210">26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (increases with service)</p></li><li data-end="291" data-start="275"><p data-start="277" data-end="291">Free parking</p></li><li data-start="292" data-end="325"><p data-end="325" data-start="294">Employee assistance programme</p></li><li data-start="326" data-end="353"><p data-start="328" data-end="353">Full-time, 38-hour week</p></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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuODA4MTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> IFS Cloud Implementation Specialist (Finance Focus)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cambridge (Onsite)</p><p><strong>Day Rate:</strong> £500 per day (Outside IR35)</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half is working with a Cambridge-based client to recruit an experienced <strong>IFS Cloud Implementation Specialist</strong> with a strong focus on the <strong>finance modules</strong> of the system. This is a hands-on role supporting the business through the technical and functional aspects of IFS Cloud deployment, ensuring finance processes are effectively integrated, optimised, and adopted by the wider team.</p><p> </p><p>You'll act as the bridge between the <strong>systems integrators (SI)</strong> and the <strong>finance team</strong>, providing subject matter expertise, technical guidance, and practical training to ensure a smooth and successful implementation.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with systems integrators (SIs) to oversee and support the technical aspects of the IFS Cloud finance implementation.</li><li>Work closely with the finance team to map existing processes, identify gaps, and align workflows with IFS functionality.</li><li>Configure, test, and validate finance-related modules within IFS Cloud.</li><li>Provide user training, coaching, and ongoing support to finance staff who are new to the system.</li><li>Troubleshoot finance module issues and liaise with SI partners to ensure timely resolution.</li><li>Support data migration, reconciliation, and validation activities.</li><li>Assist in developing best practice processes and system documentation.</li><li>Act as a key point of contact between technical teams and finance stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience implementing <strong>IFS Cloud</strong> (finance modules essential).</li><li>Strong understanding of finance processes (AP, AR, GL, reporting, etc.).</li><li>Experience working closely with both technical implementation teams and finance end users.</li><li>Ability to translate technical concepts into clear, practical guidance for non-technical staff.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Experience delivering training and workshops to finance professionals.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Contract Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Day Rate:</strong> £500 per day (Outside IR35)</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Cambridge - <strong>onsite presence required</strong></li><li><strong>Engagement:</strong> Contract via Robert Half on behalf of our client</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjg4Nzk2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently looking for a Joint Venture Accountant on behalf of a specialist Construction and Services business with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Joint Venture Accountant you will support the Finance Director and wider commercial teams in providing financial and commercial analysis around the balance sheet, cashflow position and project revenue for the Business and JV partners. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Design and maintenance of JV models</li><li>Data integrity, reconciliations and system improvement</li><li>Performance analysis</li><li>Cash projections and profit target analysis</li><li>Sales forecasting</li><li>Development of key MI data for use by the company and JV partners</li><li>JV budgeting and forecasting</li><li>IFRS reporting</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ideally ACA with a strong technical and process driven background in order to unpick, clarify and analyse information with the ability to relay the information to stakeholders internally and externally. This is a strong development opportunity within a large, high performing business with additional opportunities within the wider Group.</p><p>Company</p><p>The Business is a large employer in the Home Counties and the wider UK and offers excellent career development and progression.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Joint Venture Accountant is based 5 days in the office in Milton Keynes and offering a salary of £60-70K + Bonus + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTExMDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Credit Controller on behalf of a specialist manufacturing and Sales business with offices in Luton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Credit Controller you will work to maintain health cash flow and effective credit control through on-time and clear invoicing and excellent relationship management. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Raise timely and accurate sales invoices and credit notes</li><li>Manage the ar ledger, and customer accounts</li><li>Manage customer relationships to resolve invoice queries</li><li>Collaborate with internal sales teams to ensure invoice accuracy and support.</li><li>Credit checks and new customer validation</li><li>Weekly reports and updates on aged debt</li><li>Improving processes and procedures</li><li>Support audit and compliance requirements.</li><li>Support the finance team with other activities as requested.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will have previous Credit Control experience within a Sales setting and will be highly numerate with the ability to develop relationships both internally and externally to better assist your performance. Previous experience in a sales and manufacturing business would be an advantage.</p><p>Company</p><p>The Business is changing across its markets and the Credit Controller is newly created with the purpose of improving and developing finance procedures to better drive the ongoing growth of the organisation.</p><p>Salary</p><p>Role of Credit Controller is based in Luton and is 5 days a week in the office with the possibility of 1 day from home once passed probation. It is paying a salary of up to £30K and the business is exciting and forward thinking with an excellent product base and culture.</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMTk3NTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
