<p><strong>Commercial Management Accountant</strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with <strong>AJ & RG Barber Ltd</strong>, a highly successful, family-owned manufacturing business with a rich heritage and an impressive growth story. Having expanded from a £67m business to over £195m turnover in just 14 years, Barber's continues to invest in its people, systems and operations while maintaining the close-knit culture and values of a family business.</p><p>This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join the business at a significant stage of growth and transformation. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in commercial decision-making, financial reporting, data analytics and business partnering across multiple entities within the Group.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>This is far more than a traditional management accounting role.</p><p>You will become a trusted finance partner across the organisation, supporting operational, commercial and leadership teams with insightful analysis, costing models, pricing strategies and performance reporting. The position offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on business performance.</p><p>With recent ERP investment and a growing focus on business intelligence, the role offers the chance to leverage tools such as <strong>Dynamics 365 Business Central, Power BI and advanced analytics</strong> to drive better decision-making across the Group.</p><p>The culture is collaborative, relaxed and highly autonomous. Individuals are trusted to take ownership, challenge processes and drive continuous improvement.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial reporting and management accounting activities across multiple Group subsidiaries.</li><li>Produce insightful monthly management accounts, variance analysis and performance reporting.</li><li>Partner with operational, commercial and procurement teams to support business performance.</li><li>Develop robust costing, margin and pricing models to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Deliver inventory, profitability and commercial analysis to identify opportunities and risks.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes.</li><li>Work extensively with Dynamics 365 Business Central, Power BI and data analytics tools.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across reporting, systems and finance processes.</li><li>Support group-wide financial control, governance and reporting requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders across Somerset and Dorset operations.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Strong management accounting and financial reporting background.</li><li>Experience within manufacturing, FMCG, food production or a similar operational environment would be highly advantageous.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with proven business partnering capability.</li><li>Experience developing costing, pricing or financial modelling frameworks.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience with Power BI, ERP systems or data analytics tools.</li><li>Experience working in a multi-entity group environment.</li><li>Self-motivated, proactive and comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy.</li><li>Experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central and multi-currency reporting would be beneficial.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£60,000 - £70,000 salary</li><li>Hybrid working (typically 4 days office / 1 day home)</li><li>33 days annual leave</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme</li><li>Significant autonomy and exposure to senior leadership</li><li>Opportunity to join a growing, highly successful British manufacturing business</li><li>Strong family-business culture combined with commercial ambition and continuous investment</li></ul><p><strong>Location</strong></p><p>Based at the Group's headquarters near Shepton Mallet, with travel to Dorchester and Wellington sites as required.</p><p><strong>Why Join AJ & RG Barber?</strong></p><p>This is a rare opportunity to join a financially robust, growing business where finance is viewed as a genuine commercial partner. You'll have visibility across the wider Group, exposure to strategic projects, access to modern reporting tools and the chance to shape decision-making at every level of the organisation whilst enjoying the positive culture of a successful family-owned business.</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4yMjE3MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><p><strong>Finance Analyst</strong></p><p><strong>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with Proper Cornish</strong> in their recruitment of an outstanding finance analyst</p><p>Since 1988, <strong>Proper Cornish</strong> has been creating award-winning Cornish pasties and savoury pastry products from the heart of Cornwall. With over 35 years of heritage, a team of more than 260 colleagues and a vision to be the UK's preferred supplier, Proper Cornish combines traditional craftsmanship with continuous innovation. As the business continues to grow and evolve, we're looking for a commercially minded <strong>Financial Planning & Analysis Accountant</strong> to join our finance team in Bodmin.</p><p>This is a newly created opportunity with real visibility across the business, partnering closely with Sales, Operations and Senior Leadership whilst helping shape future reporting, forecasting and business intelligence capability.</p><p><strong>Why Join Proper Cornish?</strong></p><p>This is far more than a traditional reporting role, you'll take ownership of sales reporting, forecasting, budgeting and performance insight across a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment. You'll be joining an open, down-to-earth and supportive culture where personality matters just as much as technical ability. The team works collaboratively, communicates honestly and isn't afraid to show a bit of emotion and humour along the way.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll act as a key link between Finance and Sales, ensuring the business has accurate, meaningful and timely information to support decision making.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Leading the annual budgeting and forecasting process</li><li>Producing insightful sales, margin and profitability reporting</li><li>Developing and maintaining financial models and reporting tools</li><li>Providing account-level analysis for major customers and sales managers</li><li>Managing rebate calculations, accruals and customer reporting</li><li>Supporting month-end reporting and financial analysis</li><li>Producing ad hoc commercial reporting and trend analysis</li><li>Working closely with stakeholders across Sales, Procurement, Operations and Finance</li><li>Driving reporting improvements, automation and process efficiency</li><li>Supporting group reporting requirements and data development initiatives</li><li>Utilising Excel, Power BI and data tools to turn information into actionable business insight</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're open to a variety of backgrounds and welcome applications from:</p><ul><li>Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountants</li><li>Experienced part-qualified accountants with strong commercial analysis skills</li><li>First movers from practice looking for their first industry role</li><li>Second movers seeking broader commercial exposure</li></ul><p><strong>You'll ideally bring:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong Excel skills, including Power Query and advanced data manipulation</li><li>Experience working with large datasets and complex reporting</li><li>Exposure to Power BI and business intelligence reporting</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Confidence working with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>A proactive approach and ability to work independently</li><li>Manufacturing, FMCG or food production experience (desirable)</li></ul><p><strong>What's in It for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Salary £40,000 - £45,000</li><li>Annual bonus of up to 5%</li><li>Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) + wider benefits</li></ul><ul><li>Great food, on us - From free staff bakes and fresh fruit to quarterly team BBQs and a subsidised canteen, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy good food with colleagues. It's a popular perk that adds to the friendly and social atmosphere across the business.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>A Business Built on Values</strong></p><p>At Proper Cornish, quality, customer focus, honesty, friendliness and passion underpin everything they do. From producing over 76,000 pasties a day to supplying customers nationwide, the business combines Cornish heritage with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.</p><p>If you're an ambitious accountant who enjoys turning data into insight, partnering with stakeholders and making a genuine commercial impact, please contact me to discuss this exciting role further.</p><p>Andy Troup</p><p>Robert Half</p><p> </p><p>0117 993 5404</p><br><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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4zMzExOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Controller</strong></p><p>Are you looking to join a progressive, purpose‑driven organisation in a senior finance leadership role?</p><p><strong>Robert Half are delighted to be partnered with Enroly and Ecctis on this pivotal role</strong>, offering a unique opportunity to work across two innovative and growing organisations operating at the forefront of international education and technology.</p><p><strong>About Enroly & Ecctis</strong><br /> Ecctis is a globally recognised leader in the evaluation of international qualifications and skills, working with governments, universities and employers worldwide to support global mobility and education standards.</p><p>Enroly is a fast‑growing technology business transforming how universities manage international student compliance and onboarding, delivering a seamless and secure student experience through its innovative platform.</p><p>Together, they offer a dynamic and collaborative environment with a strong sense of purpose. As an <strong>Employee Ownership Trust</strong>, the organisations promote a culture where employees are genuinely invested in the success of the business, with a shared commitment to innovation, inclusivity and continuous improvement.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong><br /> This is a high‑impact Finance Controller role, responsible for leading the finance function across both organisations. You will play a key role in driving financial performance, strengthening controls and providing strategic insight to support continued growth.</p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, you will oversee a team and act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, ensuring the delivery of accurate financial reporting, robust governance and commercial insight.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, develop and manage the finance team, driving performance and continuous improvement</li><li>Oversee all core finance operations, including ledgers, payroll, VAT and regulatory reporting</li><li>Deliver monthly management accounts with clear, insightful commentary for leadership</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning across the group</li><li>Ensure strong financial controls, compliance and successful delivery of audit processes</li><li>Provide commercial insight, partnering with the business on performance, pricing and cost optimisation</li><li>Support strategic decision‑making and deputise for the Finance Director when required</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li>Proven experience in a senior finance leadership or controller role</li><li>Strong technical knowledge across financial reporting, controls, tax and audit</li><li>Experience managing and developing finance teams</li><li>Track record of improving systems, processes and financial performance</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>Results‑driven with a proactive, solutions‑focused approach</li><li>High attention to detail and strong governance focus</li><li>Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, evolving environment</li></ul><p><strong>Salary and Benefits</strong><br /> A competitive salary of up to £70,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package and hybrid working. This is a fantastic opportunity to join collaborative, forward‑thinking organisations where you can make a genuine impact and play a key role in shaping future growth.</p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br /> For further information or to apply, please contact Andy Troup on 0117 993 5404 or email your CV</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC42NTg3MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><p>Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with DEEP Manufacturing to recruit a newly created Financial Controller position on a permanent basis to be based in Avonmouth, Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapid scale business, built from a much needed innovation within the manufacturing space. Reporting to the CFO, you will play an active role in the building of processes, controls and systems alongside people as the business grows - this role will build the foundation of a finance function in a fast paced environment.</p><p> </p><p>The Financial Controller position will play a pivotal role in establishing the finance function for DEEP Manufacturing as it transitions to a standalone entity from the group structure. You will deliver robust day-to-day finance activities whilst actively driving new and improved processes and systems.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About DEEP Manufacturing…</strong></p><p>DEEP Manufacturing specializes in the rapid production of large, high-integrity metal components. From its facilities in Bristol, UK, and Houston, U.S., it operates one of the world's largest concentrations of Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) systems - delivering speed, scale and quality of production.</p><p>When DEEP set out to build a new generation of subsea human habitats, it found traditional manufacturing processes fell short on total cost, lead times and material waste. DEEP Manufacturing was launched to produce underwater pressure vessels for human occupancy. Today, its capacity and capability in large metal part production is offered to other customers in any industry, anywhere in the world.</p><p><strong>The Financial Controller Role…</strong></p><ul><li>Own the monthly management accounts process and associated reporting</li><li>Balance Sheet control and reconciliations</li><li>Preparation of statutory accounts and support the audit process</li><li>Assist with transfer pricing and intercompany arrangements</li><li>Support with VAT, corporation tax and other tax requirements with support of external providers</li><li>Business partnering with non-finance stakeholders within the manufacturing space guiding on performance, productivity, inventory, stock control, labour efficiency and CAPEX</li><li>Own standard costing, inventory accounting and WIP</li><li>Build scalable finance processes, ERP optimisation and adoption of necessary tools for a best in class function</li><li>As the business scales, recruit and develop a purpose built team offering clear routes for progression</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you…</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong technical accounting experience (UK GAAP, IFRS)</li><li>Experience within ERP optimisation and utilisation</li><li>Evidence of working within a start-up/scale up environment</li><li>Strong working knowledge of manufacturing principles and accounting</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on offer…</strong></p><ul><li>£80,000 to £90,000 per annum base salary</li><li>20% discretionary bonus</li><li>Enhanced pension (9% employer contribution)</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>On-site catering</li><li>On-site gym</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC43Njg4Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Group Head of Management Accounts to join a high-growth, international business based in Leeds City Centre.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading, technology-enabled organisation operating on a global scale. With operations spanning multiple continents and a strong track record of growth, the business has built a reputation for innovation, agility and delivering complex solutions for an international customer base.</p><p>The Head of Management Accounts will play a pivotal role within Group Finance, leading consolidated management reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes while supporting the continued development of financial systems, controls and management information.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Ownership of the monthly reporting timetable and delivery of the monthly group reporting pack.</li><li>Leading month-end and year-end management reporting activities across a multi-entity international group.</li><li>Supporting and developing members of the Group Finance team.</li><li>Working closely with senior finance leadership to enhance group reporting, management information and financial insight.</li><li>Ownership of the group budget and forecasting reporting process.</li><li>Acting as the Finance lead and superuser for key finance systems, driving continuous improvements and process efficiencies.</li><li>Delivering ad hoc financial analysis, commercial insight and strategic project support.</li><li>Building strong relationships with stakeholders across finance and the wider business.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge.</li><li>Experience operating within a multi-entity and ideally international business environment.</li><li>Proven management accounting and group reporting experience.</li><li>Strong systems capability, including advanced Excel skills and financial modelling.</li><li>Experience of finance systems implementation, optimisation or ownership.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 salary</li><li>£5,000 car allowance</li><li>Annual bonus</li><li>Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)</li><li>Opportunity to join a growing international organisation with significant future progression opportunities</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects</li><li>Collaborative and high-performing finance team</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjA2MjY0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Interim Reporting Accountant - North West Leeds</p><p>Robert Half are seeking an experienced, qualified Interim Reporting Accountant to join a dynamic finance team based in North West Leeds. This interim opportunity is tailored for a finance professional with strong management accounting experience excellent IT skills and a passion for driving improvements in reporting processes.</p><p>Key Requirements:</p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)</li><li>Excellent IT and Excel skills; the ability to quickly adapt to new systems and reporting tools</li><li>Proven management accounting experience in a large or complex business environment</li><li>Ability to produce and interpret detailed financial reports and provide insightful commentary to senior management</li><li>Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills</li></ul><p>Candidates with a background in big business who thrive in fast-paced environments and can hit the ground running will excel in this role.</p><p>Candidates must be able to work on site in North Leeds three days a week. </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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi40Mjk1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Assistant Financial Accountant</h1><p><strong>Leicester City Centre | Hybrid working - 2 days a week in the office | Up to £40,000</strong></p><p><strong>Ready for a role that will genuinely move your finance career forward?</strong></p><p>If you're actively studying towards your ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification and want more than just another month-end role, this could be exactly the opportunity you've been waiting for.</p><p>Robert Half is partnering with an established, high-performing business to recruit an Assistant Financial Accountant into its finance team.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your technical accounting experience, get closer to financial reporting at group level and build the skills that will set you up for your next career move.</p><p>You'll gain exposure across statutory reporting, group submissions, financial controls and tax, working alongside an experienced reporting team where the quality of your work really matters.</p><h3>What makes this opportunity stand out?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Real technical development:</strong> Get involved in the preparation of statutory accounts, financial statements and supporting schedules.</p></li><li><p><strong>Group-level exposure:</strong> Contribute to periodic group reporting and consolidation submissions, developing your understanding of how financial information comes together.</p></li><li><p><strong>Broader accounting experience:</strong> Gain exposure to tax returns, reconciliations and external regulatory reporting.</p></li><li><p><strong>Ownership and responsibility:</strong> Take responsibility for reconciliations, reporting checks and financial control evidence, ensuring accuracy and integrity across the numbers.</p></li><li><p><strong>Make things better:</strong> Work with financial systems and data, identifying opportunities to improve reporting processes and reduce manual work.</p></li><li><p><strong>Flexibility:</strong> Enjoy hybrid working, with just two days a week in the Leicester City Centre office.</p></li></ul><h3>What will you be doing?</h3><p>You'll play an important role in the financial reporting process, supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and ensuring financial information is accurate, complete and ready for review.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Preparing statutory accounts schedules, disclosures and supporting financial analysis.</p></li><li><p>Supporting group reporting and consolidation submissions, investigating and resolving discrepancies.</p></li><li><p>Preparing external statistical and regulatory returns to strict deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Completing balance sheet reconciliations, financial controls and supporting documentation.</p></li><li><p>Supporting tax return preparation and associated reconciliations.</p></li><li><p>Extracting and analysing financial data, helping to improve reporting processes and systems.</p></li></ul><h3>What are we looking for?</h3><p>We're looking for someone with a solid grounding in financial accounting who is keen to develop their technical expertise.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Experience in a financial accounting, assistant accountant or similar role.</p></li><li><p>Be actively studying towards ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with a genuine commitment to completing your qualification.</p></li><li><p>Good understanding of financial accounting principles and reconciliations.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.</p></li><li><p>A methodical approach, strong attention to detail and the confidence to investigate discrepancies.</p></li><li><p>The ambition to take on more responsibility and develop within a technically focused finance role.</p></li></ul><h3>The details</h3><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £40,000 depending on experience<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Leicester City Centre<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Full-time, hybrid working with 2 days a week in the office<br /><strong>Qualification:</strong> Actively studying ACA, ACCA or CIMA</p><h3>Interested?</h3><p>If you're looking for a role that will broaden your technical accounting experience, give you exposure beyond the ledger and support your progression towards qualification, I'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential conversation.</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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uNTIyNjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are exclusively partnering with a Family Office in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, Qualified interim Financial Accountant for 8 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, Qualified interim Financial Accountant to join their finance team for a period of 8 months.</p><p>In this role you will be responsible for assisting our client with the following duties: </p><ul><li>Deliver timely, regular and robust monthly and year-end close processes, embedding a more analytical approach.</li><li>Improve the quality, timeliness and efficiency of financial reporting at both entity level and consolidated reporting.</li><li>Ensure accounting treatments comply with relevant accounting standards and adhere to Group standards and policies.</li><li>Support and enhance the production of automated management reporting that provides meaningful business insight to enable decisions making and financial visibility.</li><li>Deliver integrated financial reporting across all Group entities, including Investments, Real Estate, Automotive and Operational activities.</li><li>Support the finance team with statutory audits across multiple entities and business units.</li><li>Assist with external reporting requirements, including regulatory filings and tax-related reporting.</li><li>Support Group cash flow management and forecasting.</li><li>Assist with treasury-related reporting and banking activities as required. </li><li>Support ad hoc finance projects and initiatives as required by the CFO.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement across the finance function.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The successful interim Financial Accountant will be qualified accountant (ACA/CA) who comes from an audit background. You will have 1-2 years experience working within an SME Financial Services firm where you have worked within a small finance team providing hands on reporting support across multiple entities.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You must be immediate or on a 2 weeks notice to be considered for this role. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is a London based Family Office who are looking to recruit an immediate, Qualified interim Financial Accountant for 8 months. This is a genuinely hands-on role which gives you the opportunity to work within a truly collaborative, team orientated firm.</p><p>This role will be office based 4 days per week with one day per week working from home.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim Financial Accountant role will be paying £70,000-£80,000k per annum, dependant on experience.</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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi43NzI3MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Financial Accountant</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Central London (Hybrid)<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive + Benefits</p><p><strong>Robert Half is partnering exclusively with a well-established, profitable infrastructure and engineering organisation to recruit a Senior Financial Accountant.</strong></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong ACA or ACCA qualified accountant to join a high-performing finance team within a complex, large-scale business. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role offers broad exposure across statutory reporting, group reporting, technical accounting, audit, tax and financial controls, while providing genuine scope to improve processes and influence best practice across the wider finance function.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Leading balance sheet control processes, reconciliations and risk management activities.</li><li>Owning IFRS 16 lease accounting across the business, including technical guidance and monthly reconciliations.</li><li>Preparing and analysing quarterly group reporting packs.</li><li>Supporting the production of statutory accounts and associated reporting requirements.</li><li>Leading external audit processes and acting as a key contact for auditors and stakeholders.</li><li>Providing technical accounting guidance on evolving accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Supporting corporate tax activities, VAT and CIS compliance.</li><li>Driving improvements to financial controls, governance and reporting processes.</li><li>Partnering with senior finance and operational stakeholders across the business.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who can demonstrate:</p><ul><li>ACA or ACCA qualification.</li><li>Practice-trained background, ideally from a recognised accountancy firm.</li><li>Strong statutory reporting and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Hands-on knowledge of IFRS, including IFRS 16.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and attention to detail.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems.</li><li>A proactive mindset with a desire to drive improvements and challenge existing processes.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>Experience gained within a medium to large-sized organisation.</li><li>Exposure to group reporting environments.</li><li>Experience with Alteryx or other finance automation tools.</li><li>Prior involvement in audit management, tax compliance or financial control functions.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>High-profile role within a successful and growing organisation.</li><li>Significant exposure to senior finance leadership.</li><li>Opportunity to influence financial controls and reporting processes.</li><li>Broad technical accounting experience across a complex business environment.</li><li>Excellent long-term career development prospects.</li></ul><p>For a confidential discussion, please contact Robert Half today.</p><br><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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4wMzkwOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><p>We're working with an established and growing business in Bury to recruit a Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified Management Accountant.</p><p>This is a hands-on role with responsibility for the month-end and management accounting across multiple trading entities. It would suit an ambitious accountant who is looking to broaden their technical and commercial experience within a supportive finance environment.</p><p>You'll take ownership of the month-end process, producing accurate management information, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and working closely with colleagues across the wider business. There is also an opportunity to contribute to process improvements and develop your understanding of financial controls and wider group reporting.</p><p>You'll be responsible for:</p><ul><li><p>Owning the month-end close across multiple entities, ensuring deadlines and reporting requirements are met</p></li><li><p>Preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow information</p></li><li><p>Posting accruals, prepayments, depreciation and other month-end journals</p></li><li><p>Completing bank, balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations</p></li><li><p>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning</p></li><li><p>Maintaining appropriate financial controls and supporting internal control processes</p></li><li><p>Assisting with internal and external audit requirements</p></li><li><p>Supporting VAT and year-end reporting activities</p></li><li><p>Providing clear financial commentary and explaining results to non-finance colleagues</p></li><li><p>Working with operational and commercial stakeholders across the business</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve and automate reporting and finance processes</p></li><li><p>Managing your own workload across multiple entities and competing deadlines</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>You'll ideally be:</p><ul><li><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or studying towards</p></li><li><p>Part-qualified and close to qualification will also be considered where you have strong relevant experience</p></li><li><p>Experienced in hands-on month-end and management accounting</p></li><li><p>Comfortable working to tight deadlines and managing multiple priorities</p></li><li><p>Highly competent in Excel</p></li><li><p>Accurate and detail-focused, with strong financial reporting skills</p></li><li><p>A confident communicator who can work effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently</p></li><li><p>Commercially aware, with an appetite to develop beyond the core accounting function</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>It would be advantageous if you have: </p><ul><li>Experience working across multiple entities </li><li><p>Exposure to budgeting and forecasting</p></li><li><p>Experience with financial controls or compliance frameworks</p></li><li><p>Experience supporting audit and VAT processes</p></li><li><p>An interest in improving or automating finance reporting</p></li><li><p>Experience within a larger or group finance environment</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>This is a great opportunity for an ambitious accountant who wants to build on their technical foundation while developing stronger commercial and stakeholder-facing experience.</p><p>You'll have genuine ownership of your area, exposure to multiple entities and the opportunity to make improvements rather than simply maintaining the status quo.</p><p>If you're looking for a role where you can continue to develop technically, gain broader commercial exposure and take real ownership of the numbers, we'd be interested in hearing from you.</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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjA4MDAwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><p> </p><h1>Financial Controller</h1><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join a growing group of businesses. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading financial control, reporting and process improvement across multiple business units.</p><p>This is a highly visible position, offering the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making while remaining hands-on within a fast-paced operational environment.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead the monthly management accounts process and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.</li><li>Produce consolidated group reporting, analysis and performance insights.</li><li>Manage month-end, year-end and audit processes.</li><li>Oversee cashflow forecasting, balance sheet control and working capital management.</li><li>Ensure compliance with VAT, statutory reporting and other regulatory requirements.</li><li>Lead and develop a small finance team, providing coaching and support.</li><li>Partner with operational, manufacturing and commercial stakeholders to improve business performance.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and systems.</li><li>Improve stock, inventory and operational reporting capabilities.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning activities.</li><li>Deliver high-quality information to support decision-making at senior leadership level.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with previous Financial Controller experience or a strong Finance Manager/Financial Accounting Manager background ready for the next step.</p><h3>Essential Experience</h3><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.</li><li>Experience managing month-end, year-end and audit processes.</li><li>Team leadership and people management experience.</li><li>Strong systems and process improvement capability.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>Multi-entity or group reporting experience</li><li>ERP or finance systems implementation exposure.</li><li>Experience within a growing SME or private-equity-backed environment.</li><li>Commercial finance business partnering experience.</li></ul><h2>What You'll Bring</h2><ul><li>Hands-on approach with a willingness to get into the detail.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.</li><li>A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.</li><li>Ability to build credibility quickly across finance and operational teams.</li><li>Organised, accountable and capable of delivering against deadlines.</li></ul><h2>What's On Offer</h2><p>Salary - £80k-£85k + £5k car allowance</p><p>Hybrid and flexible working - 3-4 days onsite, 1-2 days remote</p><p>This is an opportunity to join a successful and growing business at an exciting stage of its development, working closely with an experienced leadership team while helping shape the future of the finance function. The environment is collaborative, ambitious and supportive, with flexibility, autonomy and genuine scope to make an impact.</p><br><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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC45OTEwMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Group Financial Controller | Hybrid (2 days office / 3 days home) | £90k-£100k | Permanent | Lancashire | Must be able to start immediately / short notice </p><p>A growing, PE-backed UK business is looking to appoint a Group Financial Controller as part of its continued growth and development.</p><p>This is a senior, hands-on finance role with responsibility for Group financial control, reporting and governance across a multi-entity organisation. You'll work closely with the CFO and senior leadership team, while also taking ownership of the detail across Group reporting, consolidation, statutory accounts and technical accounting.</p><h3>The role</h3><p>You will take ownership of the Group's financial control environment, ensuring accurate and timely reporting and strong financial governance across the business.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and Group reporting process</p></li><li><p>Ownership of Group statutory accounts and year-end reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing the annual audit process and relationships with external auditors</p></li><li><p>Maintaining strong balance sheet integrity and financial controls</p></li><li><p>Overseeing intercompany accounting and reconciliations across multiple entities</p></li><li><p>Preparing and managing cashflow forecasts and supporting treasury activity</p></li><li><p>Providing technical accounting guidance and resolving complex accounting issues</p></li><li><p>Supporting tax compliance and working with external advisers</p></li><li><p>Preparing reporting for senior leadership, investors and other key stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Supporting financial reporting requirements associated with the Group's funding arrangements</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and systems</p></li><li><p>Supporting acquisitions, integration and other finance projects as the business continues to grow</p></li></ul><h3>About you</h3><p>We're looking for a qualified accountant with strong Group financial control experience and a hands-on approach.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</p></li><li><p>Significant experience across Group financial control and reporting</p></li><li><p>Strong experience across consolidation, statutory accounts and Group reporting</p></li><li><p>Good technical accounting knowledge, ideally across UK GAAP and IFRS</p></li><li><p>Experience managing external audits</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of balance sheet controls, intercompany and financial governance</p></li><li><p>Experience across cashflow forecasting and treasury</p></li><li><p>Ideally, experience within a PE-backed, acquisitive or fast-growing environment</p></li><li><p>Confidence working with CFOs, auditors, investors and senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>A practical approach and willingness to get into the detail rather than simply oversee from a distance</p></li></ul><h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li><p>£90,000-£120,000 salary</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working</p></li><li><p>Senior position within a growing and evolving Group</p></li><li><p>Direct exposure to the CFO and senior leadership team</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to play a key role in strengthening and developing the Group finance function</p></li><li><p>Broad remit covering technical finance, reporting, controls and strategic projects</p></li></ul><p><strong>Location:</strong> Lancashire<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £90,000-£120,000<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Hybrid</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi42MDczNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<br><h1>Financial Accountant</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Oxfordshire<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Hybrid</p><p>An established and growing international business is seeking an experienced <strong>Financial Accountant</strong> to join its finance team.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to join a dynamic organisation operating across multiple international markets. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining robust financial controls, delivering accurate reporting and supporting the ongoing development of the finance function.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Month-End</strong></p><ul><li><p>Support the Financial Controller with month-end close, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial statements.</p></li><li><p>Take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accounts are fully reconciled, supported and ready for audit.</p></li><li><p>Manage intercompany accounting and reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and post journals, including technical accounting adjustments and lease accounting.</p></li><li><p>Manage fixed asset reconciliations and reporting.</p></li><li><p>Prepare monthly group reporting submissions and support ad hoc reporting requirements.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Audit & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li><p>Take an active role in audit preparation, ensuring reconciliations, supporting schedules and financial documentation are complete and available.</p></li><li><p>Liaise directly with external auditors, responding to queries and providing supporting evidence throughout the audit process.</p></li><li><p>Support internal audits and compliance reviews.</p></li><li><p>Prepare VAT returns and support indirect tax compliance across UK and international operations.</p></li><li><p>Assist with tax reporting, including Corporation Tax and R&D-related requirements.</p></li><li><p>Ensure financial reporting complies with relevant local and international accounting standards.</p></li><li><p>Maintain reconciliations between local and group reporting requirements.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Treasury & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li><p>Assist with treasury administration, including bank mandates.</p></li><li><p>Support finance system projects and wider business initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls and reporting efficiency.</p></li></ul><h3>Candidate Requirements</h3><ul><li><p>ACCA, ACA or equivalent qualified accountant.</p></li><li><p>At least five years' relevant accounting experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong technical accounting knowledge, including experience with relevant accounting standards and complex journal entries.</p></li><li><p>Proven experience managing balance sheet reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.</p></li><li><p>Good experience preparing for external audits, dealing directly with auditors and managing audit queries through to resolution.</p></li><li><p>Solid intercompany accounting and reconciliation experience, including investigating and resolving differences and preparing intercompany balances for audit.</p></li><li><p>Strong ERP systems experience; SAP or similar systems would be advantageous.</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.</p></li><li><p>Experience working within an international business environment.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and departments.</p></li><li><p>Highly organised, resourceful and able to manage competing priorities and strict deadlines.</p></li></ul><h3>What's on Offer?</h3><ul><li><p>Competitive salary, dependent on experience.</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working.</p></li><li><p>23 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service.</p></li><li><p>Holiday purchase scheme.</p></li><li><p>Contributory company pension.</p></li><li><p>Healthcare benefits, subject to eligibility.</p></li><li><p>Bonus opportunity.</p></li><li><p>Training sponsorship and professional development.</p></li><li><p>Charity volunteering leave and wellness initiatives.</p></li><li><p>A collaborative working environment with supportive leadership and opportunities to develop.</p></li></ul><p>If you're a qualified Financial Accountant with strong technical accounting, audit and reconciliation experience, looking for your next opportunity within an international business, we'd love to hear from you.</p><br><br><br> <br><br><br><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/bGlzYS5oYXl3YXJkLjk4OTMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h1>Group Tax Analyst - Interim Contract</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Bracknell, Berkshire<br /><strong>Rate:</strong> £400 per day<br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office, 3 days remote<br /><strong>Contract:</strong> Initial 3 months, with potential to extend to 6 months<br /><strong>Start:</strong> ASAP</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>We are seeking an experienced Group Tax Analyst to join a high-performing Group Finance function on an initial 3-month interim contract, with potential for extension.</p><p>This is a key role providing cover within the Group Tax function, working closely with the Group Head of Tax and wider Finance teams across the UK and Europe.</p><p>The successful candidate will need to be able to hit the ground running, take ownership of key tax accounting and reporting activities, and provide immediate support across a broad range of UK and international tax matters.</p><p>This would suit an experienced Corporate Tax / Tax Accounting professional with previous in-house experience who is comfortable working autonomously and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p>Support UK corporate tax compliance and reporting activities.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and support monthly, quarterly and year-end tax reporting.</p></li><li><p>Prepare tax disclosures for statutory accounts and management reporting.</p></li><li><p>Assist with corporate tax budgeting and forecasting.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and calculate management fees and support associated tax considerations.</p></li><li><p>Assist with transfer pricing projects, documentation and implementation.</p></li><li><p>Support Employment Related Securities (ERS) returns.</p></li><li><p>Undertake CFC analysis and support international tax activities.</p></li><li><p>Manage and support UK corporation tax quarterly instalment payments.</p></li><li><p>Support US quarterly corporate tax reporting.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with Finance teams across the UK and Europe on corporate tax matters.</p></li><li><p>Provide support and analysis on international taxation issues, including transfer pricing.</p></li><li><p>Support tax activities relating to acquisitions, business transfers and wider transformation projects.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) across the European group.</p></li><li><p>Provide support across VAT and employment tax matters where required.</p></li><li><p>Assist the Group Head of Tax with ad hoc tax projects and strategic initiatives.</p></li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>We are looking for someone who can quickly understand an existing tax environment and become a valuable member of the team.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>Strong experience in <strong>UK corporate tax</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Previous <strong>in-house / industry experience</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Strong tax accounting and reporting experience.</p></li><li><p>Experience across international tax matters.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to <strong>transfer pricing, CFC and/or CbCR</strong>.</p></li><li><p>ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent qualification.</p></li><li><p>Excellent analytical and numerical skills.</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail.</p></li><li><p>The ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>A proactive, commercially minded approach.</p></li><li><p>The ability to work independently and make an immediate contribution.</p></li></ul><p>Experience with <strong>ONESOURCE Corporate Tax and/or BPC</strong> would be advantageous.</p><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li><p>£400 per day</p></li><li><p>Initial 3-month contract, with potential to extend to 6 months</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working - 2 days per week in Bracknell, 3 days remotely</p></li><li><p>Immediate / ASAP start</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to work closely with the Group Head of Tax</p></li><li><p>Broad exposure to UK and international corporate tax</p></li><li><p>High-impact interim assignment within an established Group Finance function</p></li></ul><p><strong>If you are an experienced corporate tax professional who can hit the ground running and is available at short notice, we'd be keen to hear from you.</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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy45NjY5OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 3 []">Management Accountant</h1><p><strong>Cambridge | £45,000-£49,000 | Permanent</strong></p><p>Robert Half is working with a business based in Cambridge to recruit a Management Accountant to join its finance team.</p><p>Operating in a fast-developing sector, the business offers an opportunity to join an organisation with plenty happening, alongside exposure to a wider group business and the broader financial and commercial picture that comes with it.</p><p>The role would suit a part-qualified, finalist or qualified-by-experience Management Accountant looking to build on their existing experience and take on a position with scope to develop.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Support the production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting.</p></li><li><p>Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</p></li><li><p>Analyse financial performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement.</p></li><li><p>Work closely with colleagues across the business to provide financial insight and support decision-making.</p></li><li><p>Contribute to the wider finance function, with exposure to group-level reporting and processes.</p></li><li><p>Support the ongoing improvement of financial controls, processes and reporting.</p></li></ul><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p>We're keen to speak with candidates who have experience in a Management Accountant or similar finance role and are comfortable working with financial information to support business performance.</p><p>You could be part-qualified, studying towards your final qualification exams, or qualified by experience. Previous industry experience would be beneficial, alongside a hands-on approach, good analytical skills and the ability to work with stakeholders across the business.</p><p><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Salary of £45,000-£49,000, depending on experience.</p></li><li><p>Permanent opportunity based in Cambridge.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to a wider group business and its financial operations.</p></li><li><p>The chance to join a business operating in a fast-developing sector.</p></li><li><p>A role offering variety, responsibility and opportunities to develop your experience.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjg4NjgwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting a Senior Financial Accountant (6-Month FTC) to be based in Chippenham (1 Day per Week)</p><p>We are looking to appoint a Senior Financial Accountant on a 6-month fixed-term contract to support the integration of a large business.</p><p>The Opportunity</p><p>Reporting directly to the Group CFO, you'll work closely with both Group Finance and the business units to support the integration of a recently acquired organisation </p><p>This is a highly visible role offering exposure to technical accounting, acquisition accounting, international reporting, and Audit.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p> Support Audit</p><p> </p><p> Review and validate opening acquisition balance sheets across multiple countries</p><p> Assess provisions, accruals, inventory reserves, and contract asset balances to ensure compliance with US GAAP and IFRS</p><p> Support trial balance mapping, journal postings, and financial reporting processes</p><p> Review revenue recognition </p><p> Assist with month-end reporting, inter company reconciliations, and group consolidation activities</p><p> </p><p> Work closely with stakeholders across several international locations during an active integration programme</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4xMTk5NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><p>We're partnering a fast-growing, Lancashire-based, private equity-backed technology business is looking to appoint an experienced Group Financial Controller to join its senior finance team.</p><p>The business operates internationally across the UK and Europe and is going through an exciting period of growth, driven by organic expansion, technology investment and acquisition. </p><p>This is a senior, hands-on Group FC role, reporting directly to the Group CFO and offering genuine scope to influence how the finance function develops as the business continues to scale.</p><h2>The role</h2><p>You will take ownership of the Group's financial reporting, consolidation, controls and accounting operations across 12 legal entities in the UK and Europe.</p><p>Alongside ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Group's financial reporting, you will work closely with the CFO, senior leadership team, private equity investors, auditors, tax advisers and banking partners.</p><p>The role will suit someone who enjoys operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and who can bring structure, rigour and commercial thinking without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and financial reporting process across 12 entities</p></li><li><p>Preparing consolidated financial statements in accordance with FRS 102</p></li><li><p>Overseeing the year-end statutory accounts process and managing external audit relationships</p></li><li><p>Ensuring balance sheet integrity, including key reconciliations and intercompany accounting</p></li><li><p>Leading the month-end close process and ensuring appropriate Group adjustments and eliminations</p></li><li><p>Managing Group tax compliance, working with external advisers and local finance teams across multiple jurisdictions</p></li><li><p>Preparing quarterly covenant and investor reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing Group cash flow and treasury, including the weekly 13-week cash flow forecast</p></li><li><p>Supporting banking requirements and facility utilisation</p></li><li><p>Providing technical accounting advice across the Group, including accounting for hedging and financial derivatives</p></li><li><p>Supporting acquisitions, due diligence and post-acquisition integration</p></li><li><p>Working with the CFO and PE investors on Group reporting and wider finance matters</p></li><li><p>Strengthening financial controls, governance and processes as the business scales</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve automation, systems and reporting</p></li><li><p>Working with finance teams across the Group to improve consistency and financial discipline</p></li><li><p>Supporting wider finance projects and system implementations</p></li></ul><h2>What we're looking for</h2><p>We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with a practice background and strong technical accounting and Group reporting experience. </p><p>You will have:</p><ul><li><p>Post-qualified experience within a PE backed Group finance environment</p></li><li><p>Strong consolidation and statutory reporting experience</p></li><li><p>Experience working across multiple entities and/or international operations</p></li><li><p>A strong technical accounting grounding</p></li><li><p>Experience dealing with auditors, advisers, banks and senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Exposure to private equity, high-growth or acquisitive businesses would be highly advantageous</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels</p></li></ul><p>Most importantly, you will be hands-on, pragmatic and commercially minded. This is not a role for someone who wants to operate purely at a reporting distance - you'll be close to the detail, but also expected to understand the wider business and contribute to its growth.</p><h2>Why join?</h2><p>This is an opportunity to join a growing international technology business at an important stage of its journey.</p><p>You will work closely with an experienced CFO and private equity stakeholders, with the opportunity to help shape the Group's financial infrastructure as it continues to grow through international expansion and acquisition.</p><p>For someone looking for a genuine Group FC position with breadth, visibility and the opportunity to make an impact, this is an excellent time to join.</p><p>Hybrid working is offered.</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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjkxMjA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Management Accountant | Bristol A growing and established multi-site UK organisation is looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join its Finance team. This is a key role within the business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of significant areas of management accounting while working closely with Finance, Operations, IT and senior stakeholders across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a central role in the preparation of monthly management accounts, financial reporting, variance analysis and reconciliations, while also providing commercial insight and helping to improve financial processes and controls. The Role Reporting to the Head of Management Accounts, you will be responsible for supporting the end-to-end monthly management accounts process, ensuring financial information is accurate, timely and provides meaningful insight to the wider business. You will also take ownership of the management accounting and reporting for one of the organisation's key business divisions, giving you exposure to a broad range of accounting areas and the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders. This would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys a varied role combining technical accounting, management reporting, analysis and business partnering. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts across the Group, working alongside Assistant Management Accountants. Produce and analyse P&L and balance sheet variance analysis, investigating significant movements and providing commentary. Maintain weekly revenue data between operational and finance systems, completing reconciliations and checks to ensure accuracy. Investigate discrepancies and work collaboratively with IT and operational teams to resolve issues. Review monthly revenue accounting across multiple business divisions. Prepare and review intercompany cross-charges. Perform variance analysis against operational sales data. Business partner with department leads to review P&L performance, cost management and opportunities for improvement. Take responsibility for the end-to-end management accounting and reporting for a key business division. Manage areas including provisions, trust-related accounting, cash flow reporting and trade account reconciliations. Support the FP&A and Compliance functions with data for management and regulatory reporting. Work closely with IT and Finance to review and improve financial systems, processes and interfaces. Support year-end processes, including statutory accounts preparation, audit schedules and liaison with external auditors. Support the Group Accountant with technical accounting requirements and changes relating to FRS 102. Provide holiday cover across the Management Accounts team through effective cross-training. Work with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure strong communication and collaborative working. Support investment cases and ad hoc finance projects where required. About You We are looking for a qualified accountant with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience across both management and financial accounting. You will be analytical, commercially aware and proactive, with the confidence to communicate financial information to stakeholders across the business. You should be comfortable working independently while also being a collaborative team player.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZGlhbmEuZmVybmFkZXNsb3Blcy4wMTQ2My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Ready to take ownership of financial reporting and have a genuine influence on how a finance function operates?</p><p>Robert Half are working with an established, growing UK healthcare group to recruit a Financial Reporting Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business operating in an interesting and evolving sector, taking ownership of its financial reporting, strengthening financial controls and helping drive improvements across the wider finance function.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring the business has accurate, meaningful financial information to support decision-making, while providing technical leadership and developing the capability of the wider team.</p><p>This isn't a role where you'll simply be overseeing the numbers. You'll have the opportunity to shape processes, challenge existing ways of working and work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders.</p><h3>The opportunity</h3><p>You'll take ownership of the monthly reporting cycle, ensuring management accounts, Group submissions and financial reporting are delivered accurately and to deadline.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Financial reporting:</strong> Lead the month-end close and production of management accounts, board packs and Group reporting submissions, providing meaningful variance analysis and commentary.</p></li><li><p><strong>Financial control:</strong> Take ownership of balance-sheet integrity, reconciliations, intercompany accounting, journals and key control processes.</p></li><li><p><strong>Commercial insight:</strong> Work alongside senior stakeholders to explain financial performance, challenge variances and support better business decisions.</p></li><li><p><strong>Planning & forecasting:</strong> Support budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting, with responsibility for the financial reporting elements.</p></li><li><p><strong>Audit & compliance:</strong> Coordinate year-end audit requirements, support statutory reporting and maintain a robust internal control environment.</p></li><li><p><strong>Continuous improvement:</strong> Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, strengthen controls and make better use of systems and technology.</p></li><li><p><strong>Leadership:</strong> Manage and develop two finance professionals, while acting as a technical accounting lead and providing guidance and coaching across the wider finance team.</p></li></ul><p>There will also be occasional travel to other UK sites.</p><h3>What they're looking for</h3><p>You'll be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with at least two years' post-qualified experience in financial reporting, management accounting, financial control or group reporting.</p><p>You'll ideally bring:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Strong experience owning month-end and producing management accounts and reporting packs.</p></li><li><p>A solid understanding of technical accounting, balance-sheet reconciliations and financial controls.</p></li><li><p>The confidence to investigate financial movements, challenge constructively and communicate findings to non-finance stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP and reporting systems.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing, mentoring or developing others.</p></li><li><p>A proactive mindset, with the confidence to take ownership and improve existing processes.</p></li></ul><p>Experience within a multi-entity or international Group environment would be advantageous. Exposure to SAP, Cognos or PLC reporting would also be beneficial.</p><h3>Why consider it?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>A broad, visible management role reporting directly to the Financial Controller.</p></li><li><p>Real ownership of financial reporting and the opportunity to influence the wider finance function.</p></li><li><p>Leadership responsibility for a team of two, alongside technical exposure across the department.</p></li><li><p>The chance to work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>An established healthcare business operating in a sector where quality, accuracy and strong financial management really matter.</p></li><li><p>A competitive package of £65,000-£75,000, bonus and excellent benefits.</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working, with three days per week in the Basingstoke office.</p></li></ul><h3>Interested?</h3><p>If you're an established qualified accountant looking for a role that combines technical reporting, financial control, leadership and the opportunity to make improvements, I'd be keen to have a conversation.</p><p>Please apply with your CV or get in touch directly for a confidential discussion.</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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMDk5NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Technical Accountant - Remote - 6 month assignment - up to £400/day </strong></p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a long-standing client in their search for a qualified accountant, for a 6 month assignment. This is a high-impact role where you'll play a key part in strengthening financial governance, shaping accounting practices and driving continuous improvement across a complex, commercially focused business.</p><p>Working closely with senior finance leadership, you'll be at the heart of financial reporting, audit coordination and governance. From advising on complex accounting matters to enhancing internal controls and influencing commercial decisions, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact while developing your expertise in a challenging and varied environment.</p><p><strong>Key Details: </strong></p><ul class="gflkrc gflkz5 gfllgi"><li><strong>Job Title</strong>: Technical Accountant</li><li><strong>Pay rate</strong>: Up to £400/day (inside IR35), DOE</li><li><strong>Location</strong>: remote with occasional travel to Scotland, London and the South West</li><li><strong>Contract Length</strong>: 6 months</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul class="gflkrc gflkz5 gfllgi"><li><strong>Leading audit coordination</strong> - managing and coordinating internal and external audits, ensuring deadlines are met and outputs are delivered to a high standard.</li><li><strong>Strengthening financial governance</strong> - supporting half-year and year-end reporting, preparing governance documentation and ensuring compliance with internal controls.</li><li><strong>Providing technical accounting expertise</strong> - preparing and reviewing technical accounting papers, interpreting accounting standards and advising finance teams on complex accounting matters, including IFRS 15 and long-term commercial contracts.</li><li><strong>Influencing commercial decisions</strong> - analysing contract performance, challenging forecast assumptions and identifying unusual trends, financial risks and potential accounting issues.</li><li><strong>Driving continuous improvement</strong> - delivering assurance programmes, strengthening internal controls and identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting.</li><li><strong>Developing accounting knowledge</strong> - creating technical guidance and delivering training to improve understanding of complex accounting concepts across the business.</li><li><strong>Partnering with senior stakeholders</strong> - collaborating with senior finance leaders, FP&A and Group Finance to develop controls, support new contract opportunities and enhance financial performance.</li><li><strong>Ensuring compliance</strong> - reviewing the application of accounting policies and overseeing adherence to contract review and governance requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul class="gflkrc gflkz5 gfllgi"><li>ACA or ACCA qualification.</li><li>Previous experience in practice, particularly within audit.</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge, including experience with IFRS 15 and long-term commercial contracts.</li><li>Experience working within a large organisation, engaging with stakeholders across multiple teams or locations.</li><li>Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate clear, actionable insights.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word, alongside experience in financial modelling.</li><li>The confidence to challenge assumptions, influence senior stakeholders and provide clear, constructive advice.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with a genuine interest in improving processes, strengthening controls and enhancing financial reporting.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMzI3NTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are partnering with a leading international business in Cambridge to recruit a Financial Accountant, offering an excellent opportunity for a practice-trained ACA or ACCA qualified accountant to develop their expertise in complex group reporting and technical accounting.</p><p> </p><p>With a competitive salary of <strong>£55,000-£60,000, a 50% office-based working arrangement and an outstanding benefits package</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Group Reporting Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the preparation of group financial statements, external audit, consolidation adjustments and acquisition-related accounting. You will also gain valuable exposure to technical accounting under IFRS within a SOX-controlled environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support the preparation of year-end group financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors, providing supporting documentation and assisting with audit queries throughout the year-end process.</li><li>Support the accuracy, completeness and documentation of fixed and variable consolidation adjustments.</li><li>Perform detailed data analysis to support the calculation and validation of consolidation adjustments.</li><li>Assist with the calculation and assessment of accounting adjustments relating to acquisitions, divestments and other group transactions.</li><li>Contribute to technical accounting activities, applying IFRS principles across a complex group structure.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>You will be a practice-trained ACA or ACCA qualified accountant, with experience gained within a Big Four, Top 10 or other reputable audit practice. You may also have experience working within a large, complex corporate environment.</p><p>Ideally, you will bring:</p><ul><li>Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting principles.</li><li>Experience working with complex financial statements, consolidations or group reporting.</li><li>The ability to analyse financial data and apply sound technical accounting judgement.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, organisation and documentation skills.</li><li>Experience within a SOX-controlled environment would be advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Why consider this opportunity?</strong></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong, practice-trained accountant looking to build on their audit and financial reporting experience within a large international business.</p><p>You will gain exposure to complex group reporting, acquisitions, consolidation and technical accounting, while working closely with an engaging and experienced finance team. For someone looking to take the next step in their career, this role offers a strong combination of technical development, commercial exposure and an attractive overall package.</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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuODU1MjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Financial Controller</h1><p><strong>Birmingham | Up to £85,000</strong></p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Robert Half is recruiting for a Financial Controller to join an established manufacturing business in Birmingham.</p><p>This is a senior finance role suited to a technically strong, qualified accountant with a proven track record in financial reporting and controls. You will work closely with the Finance Director, leading the finance function, strengthening reporting processes and providing reliable financial insight to support business performance.</p><p>We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in a large manufacturing group's reporting function or those with an audit background and strong exposure to manufacturing.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Lead month-end and quarterly reporting, ensuring accurate results are delivered to group deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Oversee financial controls, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory accounts and year-end audits.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, including IFRS</p></li><li><p>Lead IFRS 18 implementation</p></li><li><p>Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury, budgeting, rolling forecasts and capital expenditure reporting.</p></li><li><p>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets and key financial compliance activities.</p></li><li><p>Analyse financial performance, sales and margins, providing insight to support operational and strategic decisions.</p></li><li><p>Lead and develop the finance team, driving improvements in reporting, systems and processes.</p></li><li><p>Partner with senior stakeholders and deputise for the Finance Director when required.</p></li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with substantial post-qualification experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong financial reporting experience gained within a manufacturing group, ideally in a group reporting or financial control capacity.</p></li><li><p>Alternatively, an audit-trained accountant with exposure to large manufacturing businesses and a strong understanding of manufacturing finance.</p></li><li><p>Sound knowledge of financial controls, statutory reporting and audit processes.</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP, MRP or group reporting systems.</p></li><li><p>Confident leading a team, managing deadlines and communicating effectively with senior stakeholders.</p></li></ul><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>A broad Financial Controller position offering ownership of financial reporting, governance and team leadership, with the opportunity to influence business performance within an established manufacturing environment.</p><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>If you have the manufacturing experience and reporting expertise we're looking for, contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.</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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uMTk1OTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Group Financial Reporting Transformation Lead | Major UK Retailer | Central London or Manchester (Hybrid Working) | Up to £115,000 | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Please note: candidates must be available to start by December 2026.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Group Financial Reporting Transformation Lead on behalf of a major UK retailer undergoing a significant transformation of its Finance function and the way Group Financial Reporting operates across the organisation.</p><p> </p><p>This is a senior opportunity for an experienced Group Reporting professional to join the business at an important stage of its transformation journey. You'll bring strong listed-company reporting experience and use it to help shape how the organisation consolidates, reports and governs its financial information for the future.</p><p> </p><p>The role offers the opportunity to step beyond traditional BAU reporting and work at the centre of a major change programme, influencing processes, controls, governance and ways of working across a large and complex organisation.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>📊</strong><strong> About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>As Group Financial Reporting Transformation Lead, you'll take ownership of a key Group Reporting workstream and act as the subject matter expert across Consolidation, Group Reporting and External Reporting.</p><p> </p><p>You'll work closely with senior leadership and a broad range of stakeholders across Finance, Technology, Audit and Transformation. Your experience will be particularly important in ensuring that the future operating model reflects the practical realities of running Group Reporting within a complex listed business.</p><p> </p><p>This is not a pure transformation or systems role. The successful candidate will have spent a significant part of their career actually running and owning Group Reporting, and will now have the opportunity to apply that experience to how the function operates in the future.</p><p> </p><p>Day-to-day, you'll:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Lead the future design of Group Consolidation, Group Reporting and External Reporting.</li><li>Use your practical experience to shape reporting processes, controls, governance and ways of working.</li><li>Provide subject matter expertise across IFRS consolidation, intercompany, group adjustments and statutory reporting.</li><li>Partner with senior Finance, Technology, Audit and Transformation stakeholders, acting as the bridge between technical reporting requirements and practical delivery.</li><li>Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise and improve existing Group Reporting processes.</li><li>Challenge existing ways of working and help create a more efficient, controlled and scalable reporting environment.</li><li>Support implementation, testing, transition and the first reporting cycles within the new operating model.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>📋</strong><strong> What We're Looking For</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.</li><li>Significant post-qualified experience in <strong>Group Reporting, Group Consolidation or External Reporting</strong>.</li><li><strong> Strong experience gained within a large listed, multinational or similarly complex organisation.</strong></li><li>Deep and recent knowledge of <strong>IFRS Group Reporting, consolidation, statutory reporting, intercompany and group adjustments</strong>.</li><li>Experience working across multiple entities, business units and/or jurisdictions.</li><li>A genuine hands-on Group Reporting professional who understands the challenges of running a complex reporting function.</li><li><strong> Experience of leading change, improving processes or supporting a significant Finance transformation would be advantageous.</strong></li><li><strong>Must be available to start by December 2026.</strong></li></ul><p> </p><p>🤝<strong> Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Up to £115,000 base salary.</li><li>Hybrid working from either Central London or Manchester (3 days per week in the office)</li><li>Genuine ownership of a critical Group Reporting workstream.</li><li>The opportunity to influence the future operating model for Group Finance.</li><li>A role combining technical Group Reporting expertise with transformation, change and stakeholder leadership.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>💼</strong><strong> Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p> </p><p>For someone who has spent years managing complex reporting cycles within a listed environment, this is an opportunity to take that experience and use it to shape what comes next.</p><p> </p><p>You'll be joining a major UK retailer at a significant point in its Finance journey, with the opportunity to influence how Group Reporting operates across the organisation rather than simply inheriting an established process.</p><p> </p><p>The scale of the business means you'll be dealing with complex group structures, multiple entities and significant reporting requirements, while working alongside senior Finance stakeholders on a transformation that will have a lasting impact.</p><p> </p><p>For an experienced Group Reporting Senior Manager, Head of Group Reporting or equivalent who wants to broaden their experience beyond BAU reporting, this offers the opportunity to combine deep technical expertise with genuine transformation exposure and have a visible impact.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMjA2NDAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">FIA Reporting Analyst</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Northamptonshire<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive + world-class benefits<br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Full-time, 5 days per week on site</p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be working with a highly successful, internationally recognised organisation to recruit an FIA Reporting Analyst into a high-performing Finance team.</p><p>If you are a fully qualified accountant with a strong technical grounding in financial reporting, regulatory compliance and internal controls, and are looking for an opportunity to apply your expertise within a complex, high-performance environment, this is an opportunity you should seriously consider.</p><p><strong>This is a five-day-a-week office-based role, but the working environment is exceptional and designed around employee wellbeing, performance and development.</strong></p><p>This is not your typical Financial Reporting role.</p><p>It is a rare opportunity to join an exceptional organisation where Finance plays a critical role in ensuring regulatory compliance, financial integrity and robust internal controls.</p><p>You will take ownership of FIA regulatory reporting submissions, working with complex financial data and collaborating with stakeholders across the business to ensure reporting is accurate, timely and fully aligned with wider financial reporting requirements.</p><p>The role offers a fantastic blend of technical accounting, regulatory reporting, audit, data analysis and continuous improvement. You will also have the opportunity to influence reporting processes, strengthen controls and become a trusted specialist in a highly technical area of Finance.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You will take ownership of key financial reporting and regulatory activities, including:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Preparing and delivering FIA regulatory reporting submissions for full-year and interim reporting periods.</p></li><li><p>Ensuring accurate, timely and compliant reporting, with full alignment between FIA schedules and wider internal and external financial reporting.</p></li><li><p>Maintaining data integrity across reporting schedules, investigating discrepancies and ensuring timely resolution.</p></li><li><p>Monitoring regulatory changes and supporting the implementation of new reporting requirements.</p></li><li><p>Acting as a trusted business specialist for internal cost cap regulatory queries.</p></li><li><p>Supporting internal audit activities and the ongoing development of robust financial controls.</p></li><li><p>Ensuring alignment with Power Unit Financial Regulations (PUFR) and relevant regulatory requirements.</p></li><li><p>Developing, maintaining and documenting reporting controls, procedures and processes.</p></li><li><p>Analysing complex financial data, identifying anomalies and resolving issues through detailed investigation.</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve reporting processes, automation, data quality and control effectiveness.</p></li><li><p>Supporting the optimisation of controls testing and the wider reporting environment.</p></li><li><p>Working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure financial reporting is accurate, consistent and delivered to the required deadlines.</p></li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for a fully qualified accountant who is technically strong, analytical and confident working with complex financial information.</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>ACA or ACCA qualified, with 1-2 years' post-qualified experience.</p></li><li><p>Experience in regulatory reporting, financial reporting, audit or financial compliance.</p></li><li><p>A background within a professional accountancy environment, ideally Big 4 or Top 6.</p></li><li><p>Experience auditing internal controls, testing procedures and validating financial data.</p></li><li><p>A strong understanding of UK accounting regulations and statutory accounts.</p></li><li><p>Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret large volumes of financial data and investigate complex discrepancies.</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail, accuracy and a commitment to maintaining high reporting standards.</p></li><li><p>The ability to identify opportunities to improve controls, reporting processes and data quality.</p></li><li><p>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and drive best practice.</p></li><li><p>A proactive, flexible and accountable approach, with the ability to work accurately in a fast-moving, performance-oriented environment.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Why Consider This Opportunity?</strong></p><p>This is an opportunity to join an organisation that genuinely invests in its people, offering an exceptional working environment, world-class benefits and a culture focused on employee wellbeing, performance and development.</p><p>You will be joining a high-performing Finance team where technical expertise is valued, continuous improvement is encouraged and you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the wider business.</p><p>For a qualified accountant looking to develop their technical expertise within a complex, internationally recognised organisation, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in their career.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNjM4NzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Accountant (Permanent Role) | Energy & Infrastructure | Central London, Manchester or Ipswich (Hybrid Working) | £62,000 + Bonus & Excellent Benefits</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a leading UK energy organisation delivering one of the country's most significant long-term infrastructure programmes. As the programme continues to develop and progress through its next stages, the finance function is growing, creating an exciting opportunity for a Financial Accountant to join the Financial Control team.</p><p> </p><p>The role can be based from either the Central London, Manchester or Ipswich office, with hybrid working available.</p><p> </p><p><strong>This is a newly established, hands-on financial accounting role requiring someone with proven experience in both working capital management and stock/inventory accounting.</strong> The successful candidate will take ownership of working capital reporting, inventory records and month-end analysis, while contributing to wider financial reporting, technical accounting and control activities. Candidates with backgrounds in manufacturing, FMCG, retail or other stock-intensive industries are likely to be particularly well suited to this opportunity.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>📊</strong><strong> About the Role</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of working capital reporting, including detailed reconciliations, management analysis and monthly KPI monitoring.</li><li>Develop and produce the month-end working capital reporting pack, including variance analysis and insightful commentary.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve working capital forecasting, budgeting and reporting processes.</li><li>Support the design and development of inventory accounting processes, taking full ownership of maintaining and controlling inventory records.</li><li>Review balance sheet reconciliations, investigate and resolve reconciling items, and improve the accuracy and auditability of financial schedules.</li><li>Support the preparation of monthly management reporting and annual statutory financial statements.</li><li>Assist with regulatory reporting and monthly submissions for consolidation.</li><li>Provide technical accounting support, including preparing accounting papers and assessing significant transactions against IFRS requirements.</li><li>Support internal and external audit queries, ensuring robust supporting documentation and financial controls.</li><li>Develop, maintain and strengthen internal control frameworks, including the controls matrix, policies and procedures.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>📋</strong><strong> About You</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA), although finalists with just 1-2 exams remaining will also be considered.</li><li>Strong, hands-on financial accounting experience, particularly across month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li><strong> Demonstrable working capital experience, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and inventory/stock accounting. This is a key requirement for the role.</strong></li><li><strong>Practical experience managing or accounting for stock/inventory, ideally gained within manufacturing, FMCG, retail, distribution or another stock-intensive environment. This is a key requirement for the role.</strong></li><li>Experience managing working capital balances, understanding cash flow movements and producing meaningful working capital analysis.</li><li>Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay and Order-to-Cash processes.</li><li>Background gained within an industry environment, ideally manufacturing, construction, infrastructure, energy, FMCG or retail.</li><li>Excellent technical accounting knowledge, particularly IFRS.</li><li>Experience of the Regulatory Asset Base (RAB) model would be advantageous but is not essential.</li><li>Candidates from pure audit backgrounds are unlikely to be suitable, as this role requires practical, financial accounting experience and direct involvement in working capital and inventory accounting activities.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>🤝</strong><strong> What's on Offer</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>£62,000 base salary.</li><li>Up to 5% annual bonus.</li><li>28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional holiday.</li><li>Generous pension scheme - up to 7.5% employee contribution and 15% employer contribution.</li><li>Hybrid working, with offices available in Central London, Manchester or Ipswich.</li><li>Access to a benefits portal, offering additional benefits such as private healthcare, electric car schemes and discounted gym memberships.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>💼</strong><strong> Why Join This Business</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Financial Control team at an exciting stage in the development of a major UK infrastructure programme. As the business continues to evolve, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of key financial accounting activities, help establish and improve processes, and gain exposure to a wide range of complex accounting areas.</p><p> </p><p>You'll work closely with experienced finance professionals and interact with stakeholders across the wider programme, giving you valuable commercial exposure beyond traditional financial reporting. From working capital and inventory accounting through to regulatory reporting, technical accounting and financial controls, the role offers the opportunity to develop a broad and valuable skill set within the energy sector.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuOTM1NTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">