<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join an exciting Professional Services company experiencing huge growth based in Bristol. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£28,000 - £30,000 plus study support and wider benefits package</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Role responsibilities will include but not limited to: </strong></p><ul><li>Manage the company's sales ledgers</li><li>Manage the company's purchase ledgers</li><li>Update and reconcile the company's cashbooks to the bank accounts</li><li>Assist with the production of management information reports</li><li>Reconcile statements against the core operating systems, dealing with any queries and raising payments in line with the company's internal controls</li><li>Support the credit control process by issuing reminders, statements and chasing outstanding debts to ensure minimal bad debt</li><li>Process customer refunds in line with the Company's policies</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>At least 2 year's experience in a similar role</li><li>Be able to accurately process information and be strong numerically</li><li>Be comfortable using Excel</li><li>Good organisation skills with the ability to prioritise your workload</li><li>Comfortable using different CRM systems</li><li>Good written and oral communication</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</strong></p><p><strong>£28,000 - £30,000 plus study support and wider benefits package</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi44OTM5My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Location:</strong> North Bristol<br /> <strong>Working Hours:</strong> 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM</p><p>Robert Half are proud to be partnering with an award-winning business with an international reputation in North-Bristol </p><p>We're seeking a highly organised Accounts Assistant to join on a permanent basis. This varied and hands-on role will involve managing key aspects of the accounts function, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR). The successful candidate will play an important part in ensuring the financial operations of the company run smoothly, with high attention to detail and accuracy.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Accounts Payable:</strong></p><ul><li>Process and manage supplier invoices and payments.</li><li>Reconcile statements and resolve any discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure that payment terms are met, and maintain good relationships with suppliers.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounts Receivable:</strong></p><ul><li>Process sales invoices and manage credit control.</li><li>Follow up on outstanding payments and resolve queries.</li><li>Perform reconciliations and assist with the preparation of monthly reports.</li></ul><p><strong>General Finance Support:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with month-end closing procedures.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records.</li><li>Provide general support to the Finance Manager as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel</li><li>Good communication skills, with the ability to liaise with both internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>You will get the opportunity to work with top-tier clients across a range of industries, including government, healthcare, and financial services.</li></ul><p> </p><p>If you are looking to step further into your career in finance, Apply today!</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/THlkaWEuQmVycnkuMjQ2MzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be supporting an established business in Portishead on the recruitment of a full-time and permanent Accounts Assistant to join their Finance Team. Our client is a market leader in their field and are excited to be adding to the team with such an important hire to ensure the smooth running of their finance function.</p><p>Hybrid working is on offer, with an expectation to be in the office 3 days per week.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant will include but not be limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Raising and uploading sales invoices, managing customer receipts, and supporting credit control.</li><li>Posting purchase invoices, monitoring purchase orders, reconciling statements and resolving queries.</li><li>Maintaining an ERP system and ensuring timely timesheet submissions.</li><li>Handling shared mailbox queries, assisting with overseas tax returns, providing cover during absences, and supporting month-end reporting and ad-hoc analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience working in a similar finance/accounts position with experience on both sides of the ledger is desirable but we are also open to a more junior level skillset. </li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence with numerical data.</li><li>Good organisational and communication skills.</li><li>A proactive team player, with an ability to also work independently.</li><li>Experience using ERP systems.</li></ul><p>In return, the successful candidate can expect a salary of between £25-28k FTE plus employee benefits including 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays), private medical health care, life assurance, and a bonus scheme.</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/RWxsaWUuQ2x1dHRvbi42MjU1OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Bookkeeper - Solihull (Temporary) </strong><br /><strong>Full-time | Monday to Friday | Hybrid working</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a role where you can take real ownership and be trusted to run the finance function your way? I'm supporting a small, friendly, down‑to‑earth business based near Knowle, Solihull, who are looking for a confident Bookkeeper to join their close‑knit team.</p><p>This is a stand‑alone position, so you'll be the go‑to person for all things finance and a key part of keeping things running smoothly.</p><p><strong>What you'll be doing day‑to‑day: </strong></p><p>* Managing daily bank receipts and allocations <br />* Running weekly supplier payment runs <br />* Handling aged debtors and managing credit control activity <br />* Raising sales invoices and processing purchase invoices <br />* Investigating purchase price variances and resolving supplier queries <br />* Uploading supplier payments and reconciling accounts in Clearbooks (experience in Xero or similar also welcomed) <br />* Supporting with general finance tasks, reporting, and ad‑hoc analysis</p><p><strong>What we're looking for:</strong> <br />* Someone qualified by experience or part‑qualified (AAT or similar) <br />* A reliable, steady individual who enjoys a stand‑alone role <br />* Confident, resilient, and comfortable taking ownership of your work <br />* A car driver - the office location requires it <br />* Happy working Monday-Friday in an office‑based environment <br />* Experience using Clearbooks, Xero, or other accounting systems</p><p><strong>What's on offer:</strong> <br />* Temporary opportunity with an immediate start <br />* Core hours 8.30am-5.30pm<br />* A relaxed, non‑corporate environment with a friendly team who enjoy a bit of banter!<br />* A role where your contribution genuinely makes a difference</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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4zNDEyMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Finance Support Administrator to join a business in North Bristol with a brilliant culture and wider package. This is a fixed term contract for 12 months.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Role: Finance Support Administrator</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Duration: 12 months </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Start date: February, can wait for notice period</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Salary: £31,000 - £36,500 </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Working hours: 35 hours. Hybrid working is 3 days in the office, 2 from home </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Role responsibilities:</p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Overseeing outstanding balances on agreements - Customers & business accounts </li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Self-managing your day by balancing your customers in between in and outbound calls</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Discuss payment arrears</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Understand reasons for overdue payments</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Answering and resolving queries </li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Negotiating repayment plans with empathy</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Reconciling agreements and identifying gaps of payment </li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Skills/experience needed: </p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Strong communication skills - With a great telephone manner </li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Previous experience within either credit control/collections/customer service/finance admin support</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Computer literate </li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">High attention to detail </li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Ability to prioritise workload </li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Ability to work well under pressure </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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjIxOTk3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a sub £10m turnover manufacturing business, part of a much larger group, to recruit an <strong>Interim Financial Controller</strong> for a short-term assignment of 3 to 6 months. Based in Walsall, this role can be delivered on either a full-time or part-time contract basis and will play a critical role in bringing the subsidiary up to parent company standards.</p><p><strong>Overview</strong><br />This is a hands-on Financial Controller role within a circa £5m turnover manufacturing entity operating as part of a complex group structure. The business needs an experienced interim who is comfortable getting into the detail, tightening controls and improving both financial and operational reporting. The focus is less about firefighting and more about professionalising the finance function and aligning it with group expectations.</p><p><strong>The role</strong><br />Reporting into senior group finance, the Interim Financial Controller will take ownership of the day-to-day finance operation while driving improvements in process, reporting and control. You will work closely with operational stakeholders to ensure finance supports the business effectively and meets group standards.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Reviewing and improving financial processes, controls and reporting</p></li><li><p>Bringing local finance practices in line with parent company standards</p></li><li><p>Producing robust management accounts and analysis</p></li><li><p>Improving cost control, stock and manufacturing reporting</p></li><li><p>Supporting operational teams with clearer financial insight</p></li><li><p>Ensuring compliance with group policies and timelines</p></li><li><p>Acting as a hands-on Financial Controller within a small SME environment</p></li></ul><p><strong>Who we are looking for</strong><br />We are looking for an experienced interim Financial Controller with a strong background in manufacturing and SMEs. This role will suit someone who enjoys rolling their sleeves up and working closely with the detail, rather than operating at a purely strategic level.</p><p>You are likely to have:</p><ul><li><p>Proven experience as a Financial Controller within manufacturing</p></li><li><p>Extensive experience working in SME environments</p></li><li><p>A track record of improving processes and controls</p></li><li><p>Experience aligning smaller businesses to group or parent company standards</p></li><li><p>A practical, delivery-focused mindset</p></li><li><p>Availability to commit on a 3 to 6 month basis, either full-time or part-time</p></li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong><br />This is a flexible interim opportunity within a manufacturing business that forms part of a larger group, offering exposure to group reporting standards and meaningful change work.</p><p>On offer is:</p><ul><li><p>A 3 to 6 month contract</p></li><li><p>Flexibility around full-time or part-time engagement</p></li><li><p>A Walsall-based assignment</p></li><li><p>The chance to make a tangible impact quickly</p></li></ul><p>If this role looks of interest, or if you are an accomplished interim finance professional with strong manufacturing and SME experience and would like to get on our radar for similar assignments, please apply now.</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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS45OTM1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title: Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Coventry (Hybrid)</p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-time and Permanent</p><p><strong>Reports To:</strong> Founders / Owners of the Business</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £85,000</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a fast-growing Coventry-based SME expanding rapidly across the UK and the US. As they scale our operations, we are looking for a proactive and driven Financial Controller to take full ownership of their finance function. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-growth business at a pivotal stage and play a key role in shaping the financial future of the company.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Financial Controller, you will be the number one in finance, responsible for leading and developing all financial processes, controls and reporting across the business. You will be hands-on in the day-to-day operations while also providing strategic insight to support decision-making at senior level. This role will suit someone who is motivated, ambitious, and eager to grow with the business as they expand internationally.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Finance Leadership & Ownership</strong></p><ul><li>Take full responsibility for the end-to-end finance function</li><li>Partner closely with the business owners to provide financial insight and strategic recommendations</li><li>Develop and implement robust financial controls, processes and systems</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements and board reporting</li><li>Ensure compliance with UK and US accounting standards and statutory requirements</li><li>Oversee tax submissions and liaise with external accountants (UK and US)</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the budgeting and forecasting process</li><li>Produce insightful financial analysis to support commercial decisions</li><li>Monitor company performance and highlight opportunities, risks and trends</li></ul><p><strong>Cashflow & Investment Management</strong></p><ul><li>Manage cashflow forecasting and working capital</li><li>Support the owners with investment planning, modelling and due diligence</li><li>Oversee banking and investment activity.</li></ul><p><strong>US Expansion & Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure accurate accounting and reporting for US operations</li><li>Maintain understanding of US GAAP and relevant tax requirements</li><li>Support operational teams as the company grows across America</li></ul><p><strong>Operational & Hands-On Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day finance tasks (AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, month-end)</li><li>Implement process improvements and optimise financial workflows</li><li>Work with external auditors, advisors and tax partners</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>We are looking for someone who is:</strong></p><ul><li>Proactive, self-motivated and comfortable owning the finance function</li><li>Ambitious and eager to grow with a scaling business</li><li>A natural problem-solver who thrives in a fast-moving environment</li><li>Comfortable working hands-on while thinking strategically</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Essential Experience & Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or QBE (Qualified by Experience)</li><li>Experience in an SME environment, ideally as a Financial Controller or similar role</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards</li><li>Understanding of US GAAP, US tax considerations and cross-border operations</li><li>Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Interested? Please reach out to find out more!</strong></p><p><strong></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/QW1yaXQuU2hva2VyLjQ3OTMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><p data-end="722" data-start="337">A PE-backed business undergoing a significant refinancing process is seeking an experienced <strong data-start="429" data-end="461">Interim Financial Controller</strong> to provide leadership, stability, and hands-on support during a critical period of change. 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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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS45MjczOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, investment-led business in Birmingham to appoint a <strong>Financial Controller</strong>.</p><p>This is a newly created role following a period of sustained expansion and private investment, offering significant exposure to the senior leadership team and a clear route to Finance Director as the business continues its growth trajectory.</p><p>Working closely with the CFO, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, lead a small team, and help shape the financial strategy as the business scales - both organically and through acquisition.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, controls, and month-end close.</li><li>Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.</li><li>Lead, mentor and develop a small, high-performing finance team.</li><li>Implement process improvements and strengthen financial governance.</li><li>Support the integration of new acquisitions and drive reporting consistency across the group.</li><li>Prepare insightful financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA qualified, ideally trained in a Big 4 or top-tier accounting firm.</li><li>Looking for a<strong> </strong>first or second move from practice into an ambitious, high-growth business.</li><li>Strong technical grounding in financial reporting and controls, with the confidence to partner at board level.</li><li>Commercially minded, with the ability to balance day-to-day rigour with strategic input.</li><li>Proactive, curious, and driven - someone who wants to make an impact in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.</li></ul><p>This role offers a genuine opportunity to build a career in a dynamic, forward-thinking business backed by ambitious investors.</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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS43MDA1NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are proud to be supporting a global organisation with the recruitment of an interim financial controller to run finance within some EU entities whilst they navigate a period of transition and change.</p><ul><li>Start date: January (Potentially Sooner)</li><li>Duration: 6 months</li><li>Function: Interim Financial Controller</li><li>Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum (£350/400pd)</li><li>Hybrid: Very flexible for the correct skillset.</li></ul><p>The business is growing rapidly and this is an exciting opportunity as you will be accountable for a wide variety of diverse and complex finance & accounting operations.</p><p>Responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Take responsibility for working capital management, including timely invoicing, debtor collection, supplier payment management and cash flow forecasting for the PE house.</li><li>Oversee the month-end close process, including full balance sheet reconciliation reviews for both UK and international operations, as well as the consolidation of overseas financials into monthly reports.</li><li>Ensure robust financial controls are in place, introducing improvements where required.</li><li>Produce consolidated monthly financial reports, including KPIs, analysis, and insights through analytical review and variance analysis.</li><li>Develop and implement project profitability reporting to improve analysis of business performance.</li><li>Act as the main liaison with external tax advisers regarding statutory reporting and tax compliance, including corporation tax and filing of returns.</li><li>Prepare the annual budget for submission to group leadership.</li><li>Manage the annual audit process, coordinating both group-level and local statutory audits.</li><li>Support and optimise the implementation of the regional ERP system (NetSuite).</li></ul><p>Skills & Experience required:</p><ul><li>ACA qualified</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills around project accounting and revenue recognition (IFRS15 & IFRS9)</li><li>Strong stat accounts prep and audit experience.</li><li>Experience working for a global business and localIFRS. <ul><li>(Ideally experience of carbon accounting)</li></ul></li></ul><p>For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400 or apply directly to this advert.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjQ1OTIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be recruiting a Group Financial Controller role with a growing SME based in Swindon. This is a technically focussed role that would suit an ambitious and forward thinking individual with a strong reporting or audit background.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The role </strong></p><p>The Group Financial Controller will oversee the day to day running of the finance team (5-10) which will include but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Statutory reporting and managing the year end process.</li><li>Liaising with external auditors and managing the audit.</li><li>Maintaining accounting controls under IFRS and making improvements where appropriate.</li><li>Overseeing the month end process.</li><li>Team management to include 1:1s, performance reviews, development and upskilling where required.</li><li>Business partnering with the senior leadership team.</li><li>Cashflow forecasting, managing forex and international payments/transactions.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The Group Financial Controller role would suit someone with proven leadership experience, a can-do attitude and a strong technical accounting background. Desired key skills attributes include:</p><ul><li>ACA/ACCA qualified from a top 20 recognised firm with 4+ years PQE.</li><li>Experience of auditing or working in large/complex organisations.</li><li>Forward-thinking, can-do attitude with a solutions orientated mindset.</li><li>Proven leadership experience, preferably with experience of developing teams.</li><li>Driven, ambitious and career orientated.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>£75-95k base salary.</li><li>Bonus scheme.</li><li>Hybrid working: 3 days onsite minimum.</li><li>Flexible working.</li><li>Onsite parking.</li><li>Wider extensive benefits package.</li></ul><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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjQzMDk0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Financial Controller (6 Months) | £300 per day | Manufacturing | Walsall</strong></p><p> </p><p>Our client, a manufacturing business in Walsall, is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller for an on site 6 month assignment. After acquisition by a larger group, the company is facing declining sales and needs an expert who can grasp the business quickly and provide stability and insight during this transitional phase.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><ul><li>Take full ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, reporting, and compliance.</li><li>Direct and manage all aspects of financial planning & analysis, budgeting, and cost controls, providing insights. into under performance and business risks.</li><li>Prepare and present detailed financial and operational analysis to senior stakeholders, including the new parent company.</li><li>Drive business understanding: evaluate falling sales, and support turnaround strategies with actionable recommendations.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the financial management and reporting for the business.</li><li>Conduct a thorough review of financial processes, controls, and reporting structures.</li><li>Partner with leadership to identify areas of operational and profitability improvement.</li><li>Provide clear insight into cost control, working capital, and cash flow management.</li><li>Prepare accurate, timely monthly accounts and management reports.</li><li>Support the site in budget, forecast, and audit activities.</li><li>Lead and mentor a small finance team.</li><li>Engage confidently with senior stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified.</li><li>Significant experience as a Financial Controller in a manufacturing or industrial setting.</li><li>Proven track record of leading and stabilising finances for a plant or site.</li><li>Strong communicator who can build relationships and trust with stakeholders.</li><li>Available immediately for a full time on site interim role.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Walsall - on site 5 days per week.</p><p><strong>Apply now</strong> if you are ready to add value to a business in transition and enjoy making a real impact.</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/VGluby5GcmVldGguNDY4MTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><h3><strong>Financial Controller</strong></h3><p><strong>Location:</strong> South west England <br /> <strong>Reports to:</strong> MD</p><p>Robert Half are delighted to support an exciting, growing company looking for a <strong>hands-on Financial Controller</strong> to lead day-to-day finance operations and drive performance in a dynamic <strong>retail sector SME</strong>. You'll oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and risk management, while providing strategic insights to support growth.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting.</li><li>Manage cash flow, cost optimisation, and risk mitigation.</li><li>Produce accurate monthly management accounts.</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulations and internal controls.</li><li>Partner with senior leaders to deliver data-driven insights.</li><li>Drive, experience and motivation to contribute to growth plans</li><li>Evaluate existing systems and processes and deliver improvements. </li></ul><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent) or QBE.</li><li>Proven senior finance leadership experience.</li><li>Strong analytical, strategic, and leadership skills.</li><li>Proficient in financial systems and stakeholder management.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Package</strong></p><p>Salary £65,000 - £80,000 + Bonus</p><p>Hybrid, flexible working - 3-4 days onsite, 1-2 days remote</p><p> </p><p>If you're ready to make an impact and help shape our growth, <strong>apply now -</strong></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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4yOTE2Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Treasury Accountant for a high growth group bases in Cwmbran.</p><p> </p><p>The Treasury Accountant is responsible for supporting the Financial Controller with oversight of the Group's cash, debt and banking operations, working collaboratively with the Divisional Finance Directors and Finance Leads in Group and the businesses.</p><p> Key Responsibilities </p><p> </p><p>Vision Governance and Organisation</p><ul><li>Support development and monitoring of new Treasury Policy.</li><li>System administration for banking platforms- joiners, movers, leavers, bank mandates.</li><li>Oversee all credit card payment relationships, PCI compliance and cash tendering.</li></ul><p>Bank Cash and Liquidity Management</p><ul><li>Oversee operational cash forecasting across the Group. Work with the team to review submissions and arrange drawdowns / repayment of debt as required.</li><li>Monthly balance sheet reviews for all cash balances across Group. Work with BUs to standardise process and approach.</li><li>Standardise / monitor payment processes including the implementation of BACS where appropriate. Direct debit and standing order reviews.</li><li>Investment management in relation to cash surpluses / cash sweeps.</li></ul><p>Risk Management and Working Capital</p><ul><li>Oversee foreign exchange transactions across the Group, including forecasting, purchase of currency / currency instruments.</li><li>Involvement in the monitoring of working capital across the Group.</li><li>Oversight of international trading platform.</li></ul><p>Technology- ERP implementation</p><ul><li>Support DFDs / GFC with the transition of all current Finance and Operations systems to new Microsoft Business Central platform.</li></ul><p>Performance and Reporting- Develop KPIs</p><ul><li>Develop reporting to provide insight on cash position- bank fees, intramonth cashflows.</li><li>Manage the monthly reporting of credit cards across the business to the DFDs and GFC.</li></ul><p> On offer: Salary of £60,000 plus bonus and benefits. Hybrid working.</p><p>We neeed</p><p> CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualified .Experience in treasury / banking role</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjc4NzYwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a professional services organisation seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Finance Systems Manager</strong> to cover with specialist expertise in <strong>Elite 3E</strong>. This role is central to maintaining, developing, and optimising the firm's financial systems, ensuring seamless operations and effective financial control.</p><p>Candidates with <strong>deep, hands-on Elite 3E experience</strong> will be considered on a <strong>fully remote basis</strong>, reflecting the specialist nature of the role <strong>Finance Systems Manager - Elite 3E (Remote / Hybrid)</strong></p><p><strong>Full-time or Part-time | Fully Remote Available for Elite 3E Specialists</strong></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Bristol/Remote<strong><br /> Salary range: </strong>65k-75k (depending on skills/experience levels, Inside Day rate contractors also considered) <strong><br /> Start date: </strong>ASAP (Ideally January at the latest)<br /> <strong>Duration</strong>: 9-12 months</p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Elite 3E System Ownership</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the <strong>primary subject matter expert</strong> for Elite 3E, overseeing configuration, workflows, security profiles, and user access.</li><li>Manage day-to-day system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure operational continuity across billing, time recording, AP/AR, and financial reporting modules.</li><li>Finance Support are around month end system reconciliations</li></ul><p><strong>Upgrades, Development & Projects</strong></p><ul><li>Lead <strong>Elite 3E upgrades, patches, integrations and enhancement projects</strong> including scoping, testing, change control and implementation.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the system aligns with operational and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Liaise with vendors and technical teams to deliver fixes and improvements.</li></ul><p><strong>Process Improvement & Data Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Review current processes and identify opportunities to streamline and automate finance workflows within Elite 3E.</li><li>Maintain data integrity and ensure system structures support accurate reporting, MI and auditability.</li><li>Introduce best-practice governance, documentation and financial control processes.</li></ul><p><strong>Training, Support & Stakeholder Engagement</strong></p><ul><li>Provide expert-level support to finance and firmwide users on Elite 3E functionality.</li><li>Deliver training sessions, create user guides and ensure smooth onboarding for new users.</li><li>Act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders regarding system capability, risk and optimisation opportunities.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience & Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Significant, hands-on experience with Elite 3E</strong> (mandatory).</li><li>Proven track record managing or supporting a finance system within a professional services or complex financial environment.</li><li>Experience with system upgrades, testing cycles, configuration, workflow management and reporting.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial controls, accounting processes and system data structures.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Analytical mindset with the ability to diagnose system issues and propose solutions.</li><li>Confident communicator with strong stakeholder-management skills.</li><li>Comfortable balancing strategic improvement work with hands-on system support.</li><li>Rigorous approach to governance, documentation and change control.</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Fully remote option</strong> for candidates with deep Elite 3E expertise.</li><li>Flexible hours (full-time or part-time).</li><li>Opportunity to lead and shape the future of financial systems in a modern, forward-thinking environment.</li><li>Involvement in meaningful transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Minimum requirements for application: </strong></p><ul><li>Elite 3E Systems Managers</li><li>Finance Systems Specialists</li><li>Systems Accountants with Elite 3E exposure</li><li>Finance Transformation professionals with legal PMS expertise</li></ul><p>If you feel you have the skills and experience to take on this challenging role then please feel free to apply with you your CV! - 0117 9935414</p><p><br /> </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/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjYyNTAwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h2 data-start="334" data-end="418">Interim Tax Consultant - Project based</h2><h2 data-end="418" data-start="334">Lead and execute a comprehensive overhaul of the organisation's tax processes, ensuring full compliance, operational efficiency, and alignment with recognised best-practice standards. The project focuses on strengthening governance, improving accuracy, and embedding sustainable procedures that reduce risk and support long-term strategic objectives.</h2><h3 data-end="844" data-start="816"><strong data-start="820" data-end="844">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><p data-end="886" data-start="845"><strong data-start="845" data-end="884">1. Diagnostic Review & Gap Analysis</strong></p><ul data-start="887" data-end="1214"><li data-start="887" data-end="996"><p data-start="889" data-end="996">Conduct a full assessment of existing tax workflows, controls, documentation, and compliance obligations.</p></li><li data-start="997" data-end="1119"><p data-start="999" data-end="1119">Identify process inefficiencies, control weaknesses, data gaps, and areas of exposure to regulatory or financial risk.</p></li><li data-start="1120" data-end="1214"><p data-start="1122" data-end="1214">Benchmark current practices against industry standards and emerging regulatory requirements.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1275" data-start="1216"><strong data-start="1216" data-end="1273">2. Design & Implementation of Improved Tax Procedures</strong></p><ul data-end="1583" data-start="1276"><li data-start="1276" data-end="1394"><p data-start="1278" data-end="1394">Develop clear, standardised procedures for corporate tax, VAT, transfer pricing, and other relevant tax areas.</p></li><li data-start="1395" data-end="1477"><p data-start="1397" data-end="1477">Implement structured process maps, and documentation protocols.</p></li><li data-end="1583" data-start="1478"><p data-start="1480" data-end="1583">Establish internal control frameworks to ensure accuracy, segregation of duties, and audit-readiness.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1585" data-end="1631"><strong data-start="1585" data-end="1629">3. Strengthening Governance & Compliance</strong></p><ul data-start="1632" data-end="1966"><li data-start="1632" data-end="1750"><p data-end="1750" data-start="1634">Review compliance calendars, filing processes, and data-collection workflows to ensure timely, accurate reporting.</p></li><li data-end="1857" data-start="1751"><p data-end="1857" data-start="1753">Enhance record-keeping practices aligned with regulatory expectations and internal audit requirements.</p></li><li data-end="1966" data-start="1858"><p data-end="1966" data-start="1860">Ensure compliance processes include adequate review steps, sign-off structures, and escalation procedures.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2012" data-start="1968"><strong data-end="2010" data-start="1968">4. Best-Practice Framework Development</strong></p><ul data-end="2324" data-start="2013"><li data-end="2128" data-start="2013"><p data-end="2128" data-start="2015">Introduce leading-practice methodologies for tax risk management, regulatory monitoring, and quality assurance.</p></li><li data-start="2129" data-end="2245"><p data-start="2131" data-end="2245">Provide guidance on automation opportunities and digital tools that enhance efficiency and reduce manual errors.</p></li><li data-end="2324" data-start="2246"><p data-end="2324" data-start="2248">Develop a sustainable governance model that supports continuous improvement.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2326" data-end="2371"><strong data-end="2369" data-start="2326">5. Knowledge Transfer</strong></p><ul data-start="2372" data-end="2684"><li>Deliver training to finance and tax teams on new processes, documentation requirements, and compliance expectations.</li><li data-end="2594" data-start="2493"><p data-end="2594" data-start="2495">Create user-friendly manuals, guides, and templates to support long-term adherence to procedures.</p></li><li data-start="2595" data-end="2684"><p data-end="2684" data-start="2597">Mentor internal stakeholders to embed a culture of accuracy, compliance, and ownership.</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/RG9taW5pYy5Gb3J0ZXkuNDQ5NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be supporting an organisation in Gloucester on the recruitment of a full-time and permanent Finance Business Partner to join the team.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, and with line management responsibilities for a small team, you will play a pivotal role in the running, functioning and growth of the Finance function.</p><p>The ideal candidate will be proactive, driven and a problem solver. There are numerous exciting career progression opportunities within this position and the organisation for the right person.</p><p>Our client adopts a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home), although you must be prepared to be fully office based for the initial 6 months.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities of the Finance Business Partner will include but not be limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead budget planning, monitoring, and reporting across business units.</li><li>Act as a primary finance contact for senior leadership within the business, providing strategic financial advice and support decision making through robust analysis and forecasting.</li><li>Lead and mentor finance and procurement staff, promote cross-functional working, and contribute to organisational development through training and support.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, statutory returns, and audit support.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile: </strong></p><ul><li>Preferably, you will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), but we are open to part-qualified/studiers and candidates who are qualified by experience, as long as you have the willingness to become qualified.</li><li>Strong proven experience in managing operational budgets, interpreting complex financial data and delivering strategic financial support.</li><li>Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to lead and motivate teams.</li><li>Advanced Excel, and data presentation capabilities.</li></ul><p>In return, the successful candidate can expect a salary of between £60-70k plus benefits including study support, a generous pension scheme (18%), 24 days holiday and more.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsaWUuQ2x1dHRvbi44MTg2Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are looking for an experienced interim Senior Finance Business Partner to deliver impact within a leading business on an interim basis.</p><p>This exciting role offers responsibility for managing budgets and engaging with senior stakeholders across a UK-wide, multi-site business.</p><ul type="disc"><li><strong>Start date:</strong> ASAP (Up until Mid-Feb latest)</li><li><strong>Duration:</strong> 15-month FTC</li><li><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £65,000 per annum</li><li><strong>Hybrid: </strong>2 days on site (Bristol office, with occasional travel to other sites needed.) 3 remote.</li></ul><p><strong>You will report into the UK finance manager and be responsible for:</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li>Provide insightful financial guidance to site managers and senior management, ensuring clear understanding of performance against targets and identifying levers to improve results (including Adjusted EBITDA, CAPEX, and Operating Cashflow).</li><li>Own the site financials (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cashflow) for relevant legal entities. Produce monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, investment appraisals, and other financial reports on schedule, presenting key insights to the Head of Finance.</li><li>Ensure financial information aligns with company policies, accounting standards, and strong governance practices. Liaise with external auditors as needed.</li><li>Identify financial risks and opportunities impacting business performance, working with senior management to mitigate risks, optimise opportunities, and track delivery of agreed actions.</li><li>Support business growth initiatives by evaluating contracts, new business opportunities, projects, acquisitions or capex through sound financial analysis. Assess ROI and perform post-project appraisals.</li><li>Drive improvements in financial systems, performance reporting, and finance-related processes, including P2P and inventory management. Coordinate weekly and monthly reporting materials with the Finance Business Partnering team and other stakeholders to meet deadlines.</li><li>Lead & manage 1 direct report.</li><li>Ad-hoc finance or business projects as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience & Qualifications:</strong></p><p><strong>Essential:</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li>Strong experience in business partner roles.</li><li>Confidence in communicating with colleagues at all levels.</li><li>Skilled in report writing, analysis and presenting financial information.</li><li>Experience working in fast-paced, multi-site operational businesses.</li><li>ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li>Prior private equity experience in an agile organisation.</li><li>Experience modelling new investment opportunities.</li></ul><p>For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half or apply directly to this advert.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjcyNzc5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><h3><strong>Interim Head of FP&A - Private Equity Backed Business</strong></h3><p><strong>Location: </strong>Birmingham<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Interim (6-9 months)<br /> <strong>Day Rate:</strong> 450-550 per day</p><p>We are partnering with a dynamic <strong>private equity-backed business</strong> undergoing an exciting period of growth and transformation. The organisation is seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Head of FP&A</strong> to lead financial planning and analysis, provide strategic insight, and ensure robust reporting during this critical phase.</p><br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br><ul><li>Own the <strong>FP&A function</strong>, driving financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.</li><li>Deliver <strong>month-end reporting</strong> and analysis, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for senior leadership and investors.</li><li>Provide <strong>commercial insight</strong> to support strategic decision-making and value creation initiatives.</li><li>Partner with operational teams and the CFO to enhance financial models and reporting frameworks.</li><li>Support <strong>PE stakeholders</strong> with clear, data-driven performance updates and scenario planning.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen financial controls and reporting efficiency.</li></ul><br><br>Ideal Candidate<br><br><ul><li>Proven experience as Head of FP&A or senior FP&A leadership role in a <strong>PE-backed environment</strong>.</li><li>Strong technical skills in <strong>financial modelling, forecasting, and month-end reporting</strong>.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.</li><li>Hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving business.</li></ul><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/RG9taW5pYy5Gb3J0ZXkuODE2MDEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to join a growing organisation based in Chepstow on a permanent basis</p><p> </p><p>The Head of Financial Planning and Analysis is a newly created role to focus upon the financial insight and bids analyses for this growing concern.</p><p> </p><p>Reporting into a capable director this would be an ideal opportunity to step into your first "Head of' role and have the prospects of growing with this highly acquisitive organisation. </p><p> </p><p><strong>The role: </strong></p><p><strong>Financial Planning & Forecasting</strong></p><p>Lead the annual budget and rolling forecast process, including building and maintaining robust financial models.</p><p>Develop acquisition models to assess investment opportunities and scenario analysis.</p><p>Test and challenge assumptions from business leaders to ensure accurate and realistic financial planning.</p><p><strong>Business Partnering</strong></p><p>Partner with operational and commercial leaders to provide actionable financial insights.</p><p>Develop pricing models and support commercial decision-making.</p><p>Act as a trusted advisor to the CFO and wider leadership team, driving accountability for performance.</p><p><strong>Performance Reporting & Analytics</strong></p><p>Lead KPI development, monitoring, and reporting across the business.</p><p> </p><p>We need a qualified accountant with Advanced financial modelling skills including Power BI</p><p> </p><p>On offer:</p><p> A salary of from £90,000 to £110,000 plus a generous package.</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjMwMDIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><h2><strong>Interim Commercial Finance Pricing Project Lead </strong></h2><p><strong>Contract:</strong> 6 months<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid (UK-based) Birmingham<br /> <strong>Start:</strong> ASAP<br /> <strong>Rate:</strong> £500-600 per day </p><h3><strong>About the Role</strong></h3><p>We're seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Commercial Finance Pricing Project Lead</strong> to join the organisation during a critical phase of strategic transformation. This role sits at the heart of our commercial function and will lead a high-impact project focused on <strong>optimising food pricing</strong>, enhancing margin performance, and building long-term pricing capability.</p><p>You will act as the bridge between <strong>Finance, Commercial, Category, and Operations</strong>, shaping pricing strategy, strengthening analytical frameworks, and delivering a robust execution road map that enables sustainable growth in a complex, fast-moving food environment.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Lead the end-to-end <strong>food pricing transformation project</strong>, from diagnostic to design, implementation, and embedding.</li><li>Own commercial pricing analysis, including elasticity, competitor benchmarking, promotional effectiveness, and customer behaviour insights.</li><li>Develop actionable pricing models, tools, and decision frameworks that improve margin delivery and enhance commercial agility.</li><li>Partner with Commercial and Category teams to translate insights into <strong>practical price recommendations</strong> and customer value propositions.</li><li>Create robust governance frameworks for price-setting, price changes, and promotional activity.</li><li>Work closely with Finance to ensure pricing strategy aligns with P&L targets, forecasting, and financial risk management.</li><li>Lead workshops and steerco updates, providing senior stakeholders with clarity on progress, timelines, and expected financial impact.</li><li>Upskill internal teams, embedding stronger pricing discipline and commercial capability across the organisation.</li></ul><h3><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></h3><ul><li>A seasoned <strong>commercial finance or pricing leader</strong>, ideally with experience in the <strong>food, FMCG, retail, or hospitality</strong> sectors.</li><li>Proven track record of leading <strong>pricing transformation projects</strong> or major commercial change programmes.</li><li>Strong financial modelling capability and ability to translate complex data into clear commercial actions.</li><li>Experience working with large product portfolios, cost volatility, and high-volume pricing environments.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management-credible, influencing, and able to challenge constructively.</li><li>An interim mindset: able to hit the ground running, operate autonomously, and deliver at pace.</li></ul><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/RG9taW5pYy5Gb3J0ZXkuNTI0OTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Interim Head of Accounting and Financial Reporting<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Birmingham City Centre (on site 5 days)<br /><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 Month Contract<br /><strong>Day Rate:</strong> £350-£400 per day</p><p> </p><p>We are seeking a qualified and experienced interim finance leader for a key leadership role, responsible for overseeing Accounting and Financial Reporting teams and ensuring operational excellence and high standards in service delivery. The ideal candidate will bring expert leadership and management skills along with a proven ability to drive efficiencies, mitigate risk, and support the strategic aims of internal and external stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead key strategic initiatives in finance and reporting.</li><li>Ensure strong people management, team performance, and staff retention.</li><li>Guarantee compliance and audit standards.</li><li>Identify and deliver process improvements and risk mitigation.</li><li>Be the senior escalation point for complex matters.</li><li>Drive business efficiency, cost savings, and new revenue opportunities.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide effective leadership and line management to Accounting and Financial Reporting teams., </li><li>Develop and execute strategies to improve performance and deliver results against targets and KPIs.</li><li>Ensure all statutory, regulatory, and internal process requirements are met.</li><li>Proactively identify and drive projects focused on process improvement and risk reduction.</li><li>Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders across the business to support common goals.</li><li>Promote a culture of high performance, continuous development, and positive employee engagement.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation within the finance function.</li><li>Ensure quality assurance and compliance reviews are completed and signed off appropriately.</li><li>Support audit processes and act as a primary contact for related queries.</li><li>Maintain accurate and timely delivery of financial reporting outputs.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person Specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Recognised professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA).</li><li>Strong leadership and team development skills.</li><li>Exceptional knowledge of statutory, legislative, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Proven experience of managing and improving accounting processes and controls.</li><li>Demonstrable commercial and solutions focused approach.</li><li>Excellent communication, mentoring, and stakeholder management abilities.</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/VGluby5GcmVldGguNDg4MDAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="245" data-end="472">Robert Half are working in an exclusive partnership with a growing, forward-thinking company in Marlborough to recruit a Finance Manager role on a full-time permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity that will take ownership of the day to day to financial operations, the month end process, implementing and improving processes and contribute towards key business decisions. The salary is between £50,000 - £55,000 plus a number of excellent benefits. </p><p data-start="245" data-end="472"> </p><p data-end="472" data-start="245"><strong>The Role</strong> </p><p data-end="472" data-start="245"> </p><p data-end="472" data-start="245">The main duties of the Finance Manager role will consist of: </p><p data-start="245" data-end="472"> </p><ul data-end="1269" data-start="499"><li data-end="568" data-start="499">Preparing the monthly management accounts and financial reports.</li><li data-start="569" data-end="628"><p data-end="628" data-start="571">Supporting with the budgeting and forecasting process.</p></li><li data-start="629" data-end="700"><p data-end="700" data-start="631">Cash flow forecasting. </p></li><li data-start="629" data-end="700">Preparing management information for stakeholders.</li><li data-start="701" data-end="777"><p data-start="703" data-end="777">Manage day-to-day finance operations: AP, AR, banking, and general ledger.</p></li><li data-end="867" data-start="778"><p data-end="867" data-start="780">Oversee month-end close including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.</p></li><li data-end="985" data-start="948"><p data-end="985" data-start="950">Identify and implement process improvements.</p></li><li data-end="1164" data-start="1094"><p data-start="1096" data-end="1164">Act as a key finance contact for internal stakeholders.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1271" data-end="1284"> </h3><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p> </p><p>To be considered for the Finance Manager role, you must possess the following skills/experience: </p><p> </p><ul data-start="1285" data-end="1630"><li data-end="1342" data-start="1285"><p data-end="1342" data-start="1287">Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role.</p></li><li data-end="1342" data-start="1285">Qualified, part qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA), qualified by experience. </li><li data-end="1397" data-start="1343"><p data-start="1345" data-end="1397">Strong management accounts and month-end experience.</p></li><li data-end="1397" data-start="1343"><p data-end="1397" data-start="1345">Strong communication skills. </p></li><li data-start="1453" data-end="1506"><p data-end="1506" data-start="1455">Experience supervising or supporting finance staff would be desirable.</p></li><li data-end="1506" data-start="1453">Innovative mindset.</li><li data-end="1553" data-start="1507"><p data-end="1553" data-start="1509">Strong Excel and finance systems experience.</p></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£50,000 - £55,000 annual salary </li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Income protection</li><li>Death in service</li><li>Summer and Christmas party </li><li>On site parking</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy44NzgwMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be recruiting an interim head of finance for a charity based in Central Bristol.</p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Interim Head of Finance<br /><strong>Start:</strong> January<br /><strong>Duration:</strong> 3-6 months<br /><strong>Location: </strong>Central Bristol - c.2 days per week on-site<br /><strong>Daily rate:</strong> Up to £350 pd (Umbrella)</p><p><strong>Focus:</strong> provide operational leadership during a handover period while also supporting the charity's finance system implementation project. This role combines steady hands-on financial management with the technical expertise needed to help select, prepare and begin implementing a new finance system to replace the very outdated current one.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead day-to-day finance operations, ensuring strong financial controls, accurate records and timely reporting.</li><li>Deliver monthly management accounts, reconciliations, VAT/Gift Aid returns, payroll oversight and cashflow monitoring.</li><li>Manage and support the Finance Officer and Finance Administrator.</li><li>Support supplier scoping, demos and the business case for a new finance system.</li><li>Review and streamline the chart of accounts, processes and data structures.</li><li>Assist with data migration, grants accounting requirements, system configuration and early-stage rollout planning.</li><li>Contribute to training and embedding new processes within the team.</li><li>Provide finance oversight for the charity's subsidiary, including invoicing, VAT and budgeting.</li></ul><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant with strong hands-on charity finance experience.</li><li>Proven involvement in finance-system upgrades or implementations.</li><li>Able to balance BAU continuity with project delivery.</li><li>Practical, detail-driven and confident supporting change. </li></ul><p>For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935 400 or apply to this advert.</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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjk5NDI3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h2 data-start="108" data-end="132"><strong data-end="130" data-start="111">Head of Finance</strong></h2><p data-start="133" data-end="309"><strong data-end="257" data-start="223">Location: Near Henley-in-Arden, West Midlands</strong><br data-start="257" data-end="260" /> <strong data-start="260" data-end="309">Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 + Benefits Package</strong></p><p data-end="739" data-start="311">An exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished senior finance leader to join a growing, modern manufacturing organisation based near <strong data-end="471" data-start="452">Henley-in-Arden, West Midlands</strong>. Operating in a fast-paced, technically sophisticated environment and backed by private equity, the business is entering a significant phase of investment and transformation. As a result, they are seeking a <strong data-end="698" data-start="679">Head of Finance</strong> to act as the strategic No.2 to the CFO.</p><p data-end="925" data-start="741">This role will play a pivotal part in shaping financial strategy, strengthening governance, and partnering with operational leaders to drive sustainable performance and value creation.</p><h3 data-end="943" data-start="927"><strong data-start="931" data-end="943">The Role</strong></h3><ul><li>Act as a trusted partner to the CFO, providing high-quality financial insight, challenge, and recommendations that support strategic decisions, investment appraisal, and long-term planning.</li><li>Provide analytical and commercial support to operational teams, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities that influence margin, cost efficiency, and performance improvement.</li><li>Lead the development and delivery of the financial strategy, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.</li><li>Support major strategic initiatives, including M&A activity, refinancing, capital structuring, and value-creation planning, contributing to financial modelling, due diligence, integration, and scenario analysis.</li><li>Prepare board-level reporting, investor updates, KPIs, and performance packs, acting as a credible representative of the finance function with private equity stakeholders and external partners.</li><li>Oversee financial accounting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity across ledgers, statutory reporting, and financial governance.</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and accounting policies, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS and driving robust financial discipline across the organisation.</li><li>Lead the external audit process and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality month-end, quarter-end, and year-end results.</li><li>Drive excellence in management accounting, including costing, variance analysis, operational KPIs, pricing support, and manufacturing reporting.</li><li>Enhance costing methodologies, inventory controls, and manufacturing transparency to support improved decision-making and operational performance.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team across transactional, financial accounting, and management accounting disciplines.</li><li>Champion continuous improvement, process optimisation, and best-practice financial workflows, including upgrades to ERP and reporting systems.</li><li>Instil strong financial governance, clarity around cost ownership, and accountability at all levels of the business.</li></ul><h3 data-end="3050" data-start="3033"><strong data-end="3050" data-start="3037">About You</strong></h3><p data-end="3178" data-start="3051">We are looking for a forward-thinking, commercially minded finance leader who can thrive in a dynamic and evolving environment.</p><ul><li>Full accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with substantial post-qualified experience.</li><li>Proven experience in finance leadership within manufacturing, engineering, or similarly complex environments.</li><li>Strong technical grounding across both financial and management accounting.</li><li>A track record of leading, developing, and motivating finance teams.</li><li>Experience in private equity-backed or complex group structures (desirable).</li><li>Advanced Excel and ERP capability.</li><li>A proactive, improvement-driven mindset with strong commercial awareness.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to build credibility with internal and external stakeholders.</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuODIwMDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
