<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Finance Business Partner to join a growing manufacturing organisation on a permanent basis in Bridgend.</p><p> </p><p>The Finance Business Partner - Manufacturing role is key in supporting the UK Manufacturing Operations ) and is responsible for providing clear, timely and accurate information, including insight to the leadership team, particularly the CFO and Operations lead team. </p><p> </p><p>The Finance Business Partner will prepare high quality financial data on a timely basis that will help drive business performance, and decision making, and where necessary develop new KPIs to help understand and improve Operations.</p><p> </p><p>As part of the Finance team, you will provide effective management accounting and reporting, including performing key month end activities to account accurately for aspects of Manufacturing Operations.</p><p> </p><p>The role will play a key role in managing / controlling overhead spend, through partnership with various operational departments, acting as a gatekeeper in relation to operational expenditure, including leading on developing the Annual Budget.</p><p> </p><p> Key responsibilities:</p><p> </p><p><strong>Finance Business Partner to the Operations lead team</strong></p><p><strong>Perform Month End / Periodic activities to ensure accurate reporting of manufacturing performance</strong></p><p><strong>Drive improvements in understanding of manufacturing cost base</strong></p><p><strong>Lead the development of regular financial reporting and analysis to the Operations leadership team</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key skills / experience / competencies</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified ACA / CIMA or equivalent with relevant industry / manufacturing experience</li><li>Experience of different manufacturing cost models (e.g. actual cost / standard costing)</li></ul><p> </p><p>On offer:</p><p> </p><p>A salary of up to £60,000 plus pension</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjk5MTYxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working in partnership with a listed manufacturing business based in the South West to recruit a Commercial Finance Director on a permanent basis. An opportunity to join a growth division with 50% year on year growth and looking to further double turnover in the next 3 years! This role is based near to Exeter (circa 2 days a week) with ad-hoc travel to other UK and international sites.</p><p> </p><p>The Commercial Finance Director role will suit candidates with a demonstrable experience within a multi-site manufacturing environment, somebody who understands core accounting alongside the ability to drive commercial value, profitability and efficiency across a number of different sites.</p><p> </p><p>The Commercial Finance Director position will be offering a base salary between £110,000 and £130,000 per annum plus bonus (c20%), 29 days annual leave (plus BH), PMI and more!</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the strategic and operational business partner, a conduit between circa 10 sites and the group function</li><li>Oversee core areas of financial reporting, audit, tax and statutory compliance with the support of a Financial Controller in each location</li><li>Lead, develop and grow your team of Financial Controllers alongside the operations and processes within</li><li>Preparation of business cases and relevant analysis</li><li>Develop and improve standard costing models</li><li>Drive commercial and strategic understanding for non-finance leaders, develop reporting, MI and KPI's relevant to operational stakeholders</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About your experience</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)</li><li>Proven experience in a strategic and commercial finance leadership role</li><li>Previous experience within manufacturing and a multi-site business</li><li>Working knowledge of UK/US GAAP and IFRS</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/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci44ODU4OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Salary: Starting at £28,000<br />Hours: Full‑time, 36 hours per week<br />Location: Hybrid working (Cardiff Bay)</p><p><br />This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a global organisation. You'll be part of a highly skilled finance team supporting international operations and contributing to efficient, accurate financial processes across the business.<br />If you're detail‑driven, organised, and confident working in a fast‑paced environment, this role offers strong career development, exceptional benefits, and the chance to work within a collaborative, supportive team.</p><p>Key Responsibilities<br /><strong>Financial Accounting & Reporting</strong><br />* Prepare and post GL journal entries for month‑end close<br />* Perform monthly and quarterly account reconciliations<br />* Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts<br />* Support month‑end and year‑end close processes<br />* Review inter‑company transactions and liaise with international colleagues</p><p><br /><strong>Accounts Receivable & Payable</strong><br />* Manage the accounts receivable process and handle related queries<br />* Manage the accounts payable process<br />* Ensure accurate invoicing<br />* Prepare monthly consolidated invoices and paybacks<br />* Process corrections when required</p><p><br /><strong>Audit, Compliance & Process Improvement</strong><br />* Support external audits by providing documentation and assistance<br />* Document policies, procedures, and workflows<br />* Identify and implement process improvements<br />* Participate in projects and system testing</p><p><br /><strong>Reporting & Administration</strong><br />* Prepare various financial reports as required<br />* Perform additional finance tasks as assigned</p><p><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong><br />* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent professional qualification<br />* Minimum 3 years' finance experience within a service‑based environment<br />* Strong understanding of accounting principles and procedures<br />* High attention to detail and accuracy<br />* Ability to meet fixed deadlines and work well under pressure<br />* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise in a high‑volume environment<br />* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills<br />* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision<br />* Experience in process improvement and sharing best practice<br />* Basic knowledge of credit management services<br />* Preferably experience with Oracle Financials<br />* High proficiency in Microsoft Excel<br />* Strong verbal and written communication skills<br />* Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong><br />* Competitive salary with an annual bonus scheme of up to 15%<br />* Market‑leading pension scheme (up to 18% total contribution: 15% employer, 3% employee)<br />* Hybrid working<br />* Income protection insurance for long‑term illness<br />* 27.5 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)<br />* Flexible working hours<br />* Training, development, and funded further study opportunities<br />* Employee Assistance Programme<br />* Sports and social club</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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuODU3MzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert is working with a well-established organisation is seeking an experienced <strong>HR Specialist</strong> for a <strong>6-month contract</strong>, with strong potential for extension.</p><p><strong>FTE Salary: £70,000-£100,000 per annum DOE. </strong>This role is <strong>site-based in Somerset</strong>, with <strong>onsite accommodation available</strong> for candidates relocating or travelling from further afield.</p><p>The successful candidate will play a key role in modernising HR operations and supporting the implementation of a new HR, Time & Attendance and Payroll platform. They will assess current HR processes, design streamlined workflows, improve the employee experience and help shape a future-ready HR service model. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong HR operational expertise and a passion for process improvement and digital transformation.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Review current HR processes across recruitment, onboarding, absence, employee relations, performance, training and general HR administration.</li><li>Document workflows, decision points, data flows and system dependencies.</li><li>Produce detailed process maps and identify inefficiencies and compliance risks.</li><li>Design improved, streamlined and digitally enabled HR processes.</li><li>Ensure workflows adhere to HR compliance requirements, including GDPR and Regulation 13 leave.</li><li>Map HR & Payroll data requirements and support alignment with Finance.</li><li>Contribute to evaluating and selecting a new HR, Time & Attendance and potentially Payroll platform.</li><li>Work with HR, IT, Finance and Operations to support system configuration and integration.</li><li>Facilitate workshops and present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><p><strong>Essential:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong HR operational background (HR Specialist, HR Generalist or HR Process Analyst).</li><li>Knowledge of HR operations, Regulation 13 leave, GDPR and HR compliance.</li><li>Experience supporting HRIS, Time & Attendance or Payroll system implementations.</li><li>Strong process-mapping and analytical skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.</li><li>Experience with HR technologies</li><li>Understanding of HR, Payroll and Finance data flows.</li></ul><p><strong>Personal Qualities:</strong></p><ul><li>Highly organised, detail-focused and able to manage multiple workstreams.</li><li>Confident in constructively challenging existing processes.</li><li>Strong relationship-building and facilitation skills.</li><li>Solutions-focused, proactive and able to work independently.</li><li>Discreet, professional and digitally confident.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuNjU3MzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Assistant</strong></p><p><strong>Accounts Payable/Purchase Ledger</strong></p><p><strong>Bridgend</strong><br /> <strong>Full-time | Permanent</strong><br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> >£28,000 </p><p><strong>The Business</strong></p><p>The company is a well-established manufacturing business based in <strong>Bridgend</strong>, supplying products to customers across the UK and overseas. Operating within a busy production environment, the finance team plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the business.</p><p>Due to continued growth, the business is now looking to appoint an <strong>Accounts Assistant</strong> to join the finance team, with responsibility for <strong>Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger</strong>.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The Accounts Assistant will take ownership of the purchase ledger, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and payments are made on time. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, requiring close collaboration with suppliers, purchasing, and internal departments.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Processing a high volume of supplier invoices for materials, components, and services</li><li>Matching invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes</li><li>Investigating and resolving invoice and pricing discrepancies</li><li>Handling supplier queries in a professional and timely manner</li><li>Maintaining and reconciling supplier accounts</li><li>Preparing and processing regular payment runs</li><li>Assisting with month-end activities, including accruals and reconciliations</li><li>Working closely with procurement and production teams to resolve issues</li><li>Supporting continuous improvement of finance processes</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in an <strong>Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger</strong> role</li><li>Experience within a <strong>manufacturing or similar environment</strong> would be advantageous</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work</li><li>Good communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers</li><li>Competent user of Excel and accounting systems (ERP experience desirable)</li><li>Well organised, reliable, and able to work to deadlines</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>A permanent position with a stable and growing <strong>Bridgend based manufacturer</strong></li><li>Supportive team environment with a practical, down-to-earth culture</li><li>Opportunities for training and development</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Free on-site parking with convenient access to the M4</li></ul><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>If you're looking for a solid accounts role where your work genuinely makes a difference to the business, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV.</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> <br><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uMDY1MDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h3><strong>Finance Manager</strong></h3><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cornwall<br /> <strong>Type:</strong> Full-time</p><p>Are you ready to lead a high-performing finance team and make a real impact? We're looking for a dynamic <strong>Finance Manager</strong> to take ownership of our financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape systems, drive improvements, and deliver insights that influence strategic decisions.</p><p><strong>What you'll do:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Lead and inspire</strong> a talented finance team, managing all transactional activities including accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger.</li><li><strong>Optimise processes and systems</strong>, introducing best practices and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency.</li><li><strong>Deliver meaningful insights</strong> through accurate reporting, forecasting, and analysis to support business growth.</li><li><strong>Ensure compliance and governance</strong>, managing audits and maintaining robust internal controls.</li><li><strong>Champion team development</strong>, fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><strong>What we're looking for:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with proven leadership experience.</li><li>Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and financial regulations.</li><li>Skilled in financial systems, BI tools (e.g., PowerBI), and MS Office.</li><li>Excellent communicator with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.</li></ul><p>Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and help us shape the future of finance operations.</p><br><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4wOTM1Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half have partnered with a Healthcare Manufacture to recruit for a Disaster Recovery Specialist to lead and enhance our organisation's resilience strategy.</p><p>This role will focus on planning, developing, and executing robust Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity processes within a complex Azure-based environment.</p><br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br><ul><li>Lead the planning and development of DR and BC testing services, ensuring structured and repeatable processes.</li><li>Collaborate with operations teams to align recovery strategies with business requirements.</li><li>Identify and address gaps impacting DR/BC readiness, documenting improvements.</li><li>Coordinate and manage DR and BC test schedules, dependencies, and stakeholder communications.</li><li>Maintain and improve DR/BC documentation, including runbooks, recovery plans, test frameworks, and impact analyses.</li><li>Facilitate DR and BC drills and simulations, capturing lessons learned and implementing improvements.</li><li>Support audits, compliance checks, and risk assessments related to DR and BC.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 5 year's experience in IT infrastructure, DR coordination, or business continuity.</li><li>Strong background in planning and service development, not just execution.</li><li>Solid understanding of backup, replication, failover, and recovery technologies.</li><li>Hands-on experience with DR/BC tools such as Zerto, Veeam, Commvault, Azure Site Recovery, ServiceNow.</li><li>Familiarity with frameworks like ITIL and ISO 22301.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul><p><strong>Organisation:</strong></p><ul><li>Initial 12 Month Contract </li><li>Hybrid Working | Surrey based </li><li>Global Healthcare Manufacturer </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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuOTY2MjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
