<p data-end="388" data-start="195">Finance Buisness Partner | St Helens | Paying upto £80k <br /><br />Robert Half is partnering with a leading international business to recruit a Finance Business Partner, offering a competitive salary of £70,000 - £80,000 plus benefits, with hybrid working.</p><h3 data-start="390" data-end="404">The Role</h3><p data-start="405" data-end="769">As Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in driving business performance by delivering financial insights and partnering with senior stakeholders across commercial, operational, and engineering functions. This is a highly visible role, providing strategic support and commercial analysis to ensure profitable decision-making across the business.</p><p data-end="802" data-start="771">Key responsibilities include:</p><ul data-end="1459" data-start="803"><li data-start="803" data-end="914"><p data-end="914" data-start="805">Acting as a trusted partner to business development, product management, operations, and engineering teams.</p></li><li data-end="1018" data-start="915"><p data-start="917" data-end="1018">Providing robust financial analysis to support pricing, bids, contracts, and product profitability.</p></li><li data-start="1019" data-end="1092"><p data-start="1021" data-end="1092">Leading the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes.</p></li><li data-start="1093" data-end="1221"><p data-start="1095" data-end="1221">Conducting detailed margin, customer, and product profitability analysis, identifying key drivers and areas for improvement.</p></li><li data-start="1222" data-end="1306"><p data-end="1306" data-start="1224">Supporting year-end processes, cost audits, and liaising with external auditors.</p></li><li data-end="1410" data-start="1307"><p data-end="1410" data-start="1309">Driving process improvement and system enhancements to strengthen financial controls and reporting.</p></li><li data-end="1459" data-start="1411"><p data-start="1413" data-end="1459">Supervising and mentoring a cost accountant.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1480" data-start="1461">The Candidate</h3><p data-end="1687" data-start="1481">We are seeking a qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with 7-10 years of post-qualification experience in a commercially focused role. The successful candidate will demonstrate:</p><ul data-start="1688" data-end="2180"><li data-end="1787" data-start="1688"><p data-end="1787" data-start="1690">Proven experience in business partnering within a manufacturing or product-focused environment.</p></li><li data-start="1788" data-end="1885"><p data-start="1790" data-end="1885">Strong product costing and pricing experience, ideally within a standard costing environment.</p></li><li data-start="1886" data-end="1954"><p data-end="1954" data-start="1888">Advanced Excel modelling and strong ERP skills (SAP or similar).</p></li><li data-start="1955" data-end="2080"><p data-end="2080" data-start="1957">A proactive, commercially minded approach with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.</p></li><li data-start="2081" data-end="2180"><p data-end="2180" data-start="2083">Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate financials into actionable insights.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2182" data-end="2203">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-end="2470" data-start="2204"><li data-start="2204" data-end="2258"><p data-end="2258" data-start="2206">Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 depending on experience.</p></li><li data-end="2284" data-start="2259"><p data-start="2261" data-end="2284">Hybrid working model.</p></li><li data-end="2379" data-start="2285"><p data-end="2379" data-start="2287">Opportunity to partner closely with senior stakeholders in a dynamic, global organisation.</p></li><li data-end="2470" data-start="2380"><p data-end="2470" data-start="2382">Involvement in strategic decision-making with scope to influence business performance.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4yNzE0MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><h1><strong>Financial Controller</strong></h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> London (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office)<br /> <strong>Industry:</strong> Professional Services / Group Environment<br /> <strong>Qualification Requirement:</strong> <strong>ACA-qualified only</strong></p><h2><strong>About the Organisation</strong></h2><p>Robert Half is working with a rapidly growing, international professional services group with operations across the UK and North America. With a multi-entity structure, international presence, and a strong reputation for excellence, the organisation delivers specialist consultancy, insight-driven strategy, and creative solutions across a range of industry sectors.</p><p>As the business continues to scale, they are strengthening their central finance team with the addition of a technically strong and commercially minded <strong>Financial Controller</strong>.</p><h2><strong>Role Overview</strong></h2><p>This is a broad and high-impact role covering all aspects of financial accounting, management reporting, consolidation, audit, and financial controls for the UK parent company and selected subsidiaries.</p><p>You will be responsible for producing accurate and timely financial information, improving financial processes, and supporting senior leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis.</p><p>The organisation operates in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment, so strong technical accounting skills and experience with consolidations are essential.</p><h2><strong>Who This Role Suits</strong></h2><p>This role is ideal for an <strong>ACA-qualified accountant</strong> (2-5 years PQE) looking to step into a Financial Controller position within a dynamic, evolving environment.</p><p>You'll thrive here if you enjoy:</p><ul><li><p>Designing and strengthening financial controls</p></li><li><p>Taking ownership of complex group reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing audits and driving process improvement</p></li><li><p>Working in a PE-influenced or fast-growth environment</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><h3><strong>Accounting & Reporting</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Oversee day-to-day financial operations including AP/AR.</p></li><li><p>Produce month-end management accounts with insightful commentary.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of VAT filings.</p></li><li><p>Support payroll, pensions, and other employee-related financial processes.</p></li><li><p>Conduct financial analysis to identify trends and improvement opportunities.</p></li><li><p>Monitor cash flow and liquidity across multiple entities.</p></li><li><p>Contribute to cash flow optimisation and working capital improvements.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Financial Accounting & Audit</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Advise on accounting standards and implement best-practice reporting across the group.</p></li><li><p>Draft technical accounting memos (e.g., for acquisitions or disposals).</p></li><li><p>Prepare consolidated financial statements and support subsidiary statutory accounts.</p></li><li><p>Lead and project-manage the annual audit, ensuring timely completion.</p></li><li><p>Implement control improvements and system/process enhancements.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Financial Strategy & Risk</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Work closely with senior finance and business leaders to align financial and strategic goals.</p></li><li><p>Provide recommendations to improve profitability and financial performance.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.</p></li><li><p>Identify and manage financial risks and introduce mitigation strategies.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Other Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Support group finance during busy periods or leave cover.</p></li><li><p>Drive automation and system efficiencies.</p></li><li><p>Assist in budgeting and forecasting.</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></h2><ul><li><p><strong>ACA-qualified accountant (required)</strong> - the client is <strong>only considering ACA candidates</strong>.</p></li><li><p>2-5 years post-qualification experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong technical accounting skills, including multi-currency consolidation.</p></li><li><p>Excellent Excel skills.</p></li><li><p>Proven experience improving processes and internal controls.</p></li><li><p>Experience in PE-backed or leveraged environments advantageous but not essential.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of US or Canadian structures beneficial.</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Additional Information</strong></h2><ul><li><p>All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.</p></li><li><p>Successful candidates may be subject to background checks.</p></li><li><p>The organisation values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.</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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4zNzA3MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are really pleased to be partnering with a long-standing client to support in the recruitment of an Interim Group Financial Controller for a 12-month contract.</p><p>The role is covering a period of leave for the current group financial controller but will allow opportunity to streamline processes and make your stamp on finance.</p><ul><li><strong>Job title:</strong> Interim Group Financial Controller</li><li><strong>Duration:</strong> 12-month (fixed term contract)</li><li><strong>Start date:</strong> ASAP</li><li><strong>Salary:</strong> £60,000 - £70,000 per annum</li><li><strong>Hybrid:</strong> Flexible depending on experience</li></ul><p><strong>Your responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee preparation of accurate, timely consolidated management accounts for all group entities.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic planning.</li><li>Manage external audits, liaising with auditors and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS.</li><li>Prepare monthly management reports, manage group cash flow and debt, and oversee payroll and payment runs.</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls, policies, and accounting processes across the group.</li><li>Ensure full regulatory and statutory compliance in all financial reporting.</li><li>Identify and mitigate financial risks to safeguard group assets and operations.</li><li>Lead and develop the finance function (including one part-time team member).</li><li>Advise leadership on strategic financial planning, performance improvement, and cost efficiency.</li><li>Drive process enhancements and technology adoption to improve financial operations.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications & experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified (Desired) (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA).</li><li>Working within a group function (desired)</li><li>Candidates must have a deep knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and the relevant regulatory standards.</li></ul><p>For more information or to apply to this exciting opportunity, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935 400 or apply directly to this advert.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjQ0NTI1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="146" data-end="308"><strong data-start="146" data-end="160">Job Title:</strong> Commercial Finance Business Partner <br data-start="184" / data-end="187"> <strong data-start="187" data-end="200">Location:</strong> Hybrid - with some travel required to head office and regional sites<br / data-end="272" data-start="269"> <strong data-start="272" data-end="285">Contract:</strong> Permanent, Full-Time</p><p data-end="669" data-start="310"><strong data-end="329" data-start="310">The Opportunity</strong></p><p data-start="310" data-end="669">Robert Half are proud to be supporting a leading Global Business within the consumer goods sector that supplies world class brands as they continue their growth journey. This newly created role sits within their Customer Supply Chain function and offers the chance to play a pivotal role in shaping financial insight, governance, and decision-making across logistics and commercial operations</p><p data-start="989" data-end="1324"><strong data-end="1001" data-start="989">The Role</strong></p><p data-end="1324" data-start="989">As a Commercial Finance Business Partner - Supply Chain, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing financial leadership and analysis to ensure both service resilience and cost efficiency. You will be responsible for reporting, forecasting and supporting decision-making, while driving value through actionable insights.</p><ul data-start="693" data-end="987"><li data-start="923" data-end="987"><p data-end="1012" data-start="977"><strong data-start="977" data-end="1010">Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul data-start="1013" data-end="1525"><li data-start="1013" data-end="1111"><p data-start="1015" data-end="1111">Delivering financial analysis and insight against budget, forecast and prior year performance.</p></li><li data-start="1112" data-end="1214"><p data-start="1114" data-end="1214">Partnering with supply chain leadership to identify risks, opportunities and process improvements.</p></li><li data-start="1215" data-end="1280"><p data-end="1280" data-start="1217">Ensuring robust financial governance across the supply chain.</p></li><li data-start="1281" data-end="1372"><p data-start="1283" data-end="1372">Supporting strategy development across capacity, service, quality, compliance and cost.</p></li><li data-end="1452" data-start="1373"><p data-end="1452" data-start="1375">Driving harmonisation of processes and ways of working within the function.</p></li><li data-start="1453" data-end="1525"><p data-end="1525" data-start="1455">Coaching and developing finance colleagues to build team capability.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1551" data-start="1532"><strong data-end="1549" data-start="1536">About You</strong></h3><ul data-start="1552" data-end="1969"><li data-end="1615" data-start="1552"><p data-start="1554" data-end="1615">CIMA (or equivalent) qualified, or qualified by experience.</p></li><li data-end="1659" data-start="1616"><p data-end="1659" data-start="1618">Strong financial and commercial acumen.</p></li><li data-end="1753" data-start="1660"><p data-start="1662" data-end="1753">Experience in a matrix-based organisation (supply chain or logistics exposure desirable).</p></li><li data-end="1814" data-start="1754"><p data-start="1756" data-end="1814">Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.</p></li><li data-end="1885" data-start="1815"><p data-end="1885" data-start="1817">Proven ability to challenge constructively and drive improvements.</p></li><li data-start="1886" data-end="1969"><p data-start="1888" data-end="1969">Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1996" data-start="1976"><strong data-start="1980" data-end="1994">Why Apply?</strong></h3><p data-start="1997" data-end="2247">This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation at a time of transformation and growth. If you are passionate about driving financial performance and influencing business outcomes, this role offers the platform to make a real impact.</p><h3 data-end="2279" data-start="2254"><strong data-end="2277" data-start="2258">What's on Offer</strong></h3><ul data-end="2580" data-start="2280"><li data-end="2321" data-start="2280"><p data-start="2282" data-end="2321">Competitive salary with annual bonus.</p></li><li data-end="2373" data-start="2322"><p data-start="2324" data-end="2373">Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing support.</p></li><li data-start="2374" data-end="2428"><p data-start="2376" data-end="2428">Life assurance and enhanced pension contributions.</p></li><li data-end="2460" data-start="2429"><p data-start="2431" data-end="2460">Generous holiday allowance.</p></li><li data-end="2514" data-start="2461"><p data-end="2514" data-start="2463">Access to flexible lifestyle and retail benefits.</p></li><li data-start="2515" data-end="2580"><p data-start="2517" data-end="2580">Opportunities for professional development and career growth.</p></li></ul></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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNDY1MTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be supporting an established business in Bristol on the recruitment of an Assistant Management Accountant to join the team on a full-time and permanent basis.</p><p>Our client adopts a hybrid working model with an office in Avonmouth, with plenty of free parking available. This is a 37.5 hour working week, with working hours of 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.</p><p>The ideal candidate will be minimum AAT qualified with a desire to complete CIMA/ACCA, and motivated to progress into a Management Accountant position.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities of the Assistant Management Accountant will include but not be limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with purchase and sales ledger activities, bank payments, fuel reporting, and expense/credit card processing.</li><li>Support with the preparation of management accounts, technical account analysis, and statutory returns.</li><li>Contribute to the development of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.</li><li>Assist with general ledger reconciliations, fixed asset register management, and preparation for statutory audits.</li><li>Partner with departments to analyse performance and provide financial insights to support decision making.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum AAT qualified, with an aspiration to study for CIMA/ACCA.</li><li>Previous exposure to month end and management accounting processes.</li><li>Ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial colleagues.</li><li>Experience working with SAGE is highly desirable.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and a strong communicator.</li></ul><p>In return, the successful candidate can expect a salary of between £33-40k plus benefits including study support, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, discretionary bonus, and more.</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/RWxsaWUuQ2x1dHRvbi40Nzg3NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="467" data-end="672">Robert Half are proud to be partnering exclusively with a well-established logistics and supply chain business in Maidenhead, supporting them in the recruitment of a Senior Management Accountant.</p><p data-start="674" data-end="1022">This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, fast-paced organisation that partners with some of the UK's most recognisable retail and FMCG brands. The business has a brilliant reputation for operational excellence and customer service, and with continued investment in people, systems, and processes, it's an exciting time to come on board.</p><h3 data-end="1047" data-start="1029"><strong data-end="1045" data-start="1033">The Role</strong></h3><p data-start="1048" data-end="1267">Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial information, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving commercial performance across the business.</p><p data-end="1301" data-start="1269"><strong data-end="1299" data-start="1269">You'll be responsible for:</strong></p><ul data-end="1762" data-start="1302"><li data-end="1376" data-start="1302"><p data-end="1376" data-start="1304">Preparing detailed budgets and forecasts aligned to business strategy.</p></li><li data-start="1377" data-end="1455"><p data-start="1379" data-end="1455">Producing monthly management accounts and providing insightful commentary.</p></li><li data-end="1535" data-start="1456"><p data-start="1458" data-end="1535">Conducting variance and cost analysis to identify trends and opportunities.</p></li><li data-start="1536" data-end="1613"><p data-end="1613" data-start="1538">Partnering with senior stakeholders to influence decisions and add value.</p></li><li data-start="1614" data-end="1685"><p data-end="1685" data-start="1616">Ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial systems and processes.</p></li><li data-end="1762" data-start="1686"><p data-start="1688" data-end="1762">Supporting external audit and contributing to ad hoc financial projects.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1788" data-start="1769"><strong data-start="1773" data-end="1786">About You</strong></h3><p data-end="1938" data-start="1789">We're looking for a confident, proactive finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and partnering closely with the business.</p><p data-end="1966" data-start="1940"><strong data-start="1940" data-end="1964">You'll ideally have:</strong></p><ul data-end="2337" data-start="1967"><li data-start="1967" data-end="2057"><p data-end="2057" data-start="1969">A recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or be qualified by experience.</p></li><li data-start="2058" data-end="2138"><p data-end="2138" data-start="2060">At least 5 years' experience in management accounting or commercial finance.</p></li><li data-end="2205" data-start="2139"><p data-start="2141" data-end="2205">Strong analytical and Excel skills with a keen eye for detail.</p></li><li data-end="2271" data-start="2206"><p data-end="2271" data-start="2208">Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.</p></li><li data-end="2337" data-start="2272"><p data-start="2274" data-end="2337">A commercial mindset and enthusiasm to make a genuine impact.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2344" data-end="2369"><strong data-end="2367" data-start="2348">What's on Offer</strong></h3><ul data-start="2370" data-end="2564"><li data-start="2370" data-end="2405"><p data-start="2372" data-end="2405">Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum</p></li><li data-start="2406" data-end="2474"><p data-end="2474" data-start="2408">Hybrid working: 4 days in the office, Tuesdays working from home</p></li><li data-end="2564" data-start="2475"><p data-end="2564" data-start="2477">A collaborative, supportive culture with great exposure and progression opportunities</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2571" data-end="2590"><strong data-end="2588" data-start="2575">Apply Now</strong></h3><p data-end="2703" data-start="2591">If this sounds like the right role for you, 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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMjk4NTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
