<p><strong>Title: </strong>Senior Head of Finance</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Birmingham</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive + Benefits</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half are a retained search partner for a market leading, UK-based professional services organisation seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Head of Finance</strong> to lead a significant finance function supporting a diverse portfolio of clients and business operations.</p><p>This is a highly visible leadership position, responsible for driving financial performance, governance, reporting excellence, service delivery, and continuous improvement across a complex and growing operation. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in shaping strategy, commercial outcomes, and ensuring best-in-class financial processes and controls.</p><p>The role offers an opportunity to lead an established team while driving transformation, process optimisation, and service excellence in a client-focused environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the overall finance strategy, operating model, and service delivery framework.</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to support business growth and operational performance.</li><li>Build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Support commercial initiatives, business development activity, and client presentations.</li><li>Act as the senior point of escalation for complex financial matters.</li></ul><p><strong>Control & Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure robust financial governance, controls, and risk management processes are maintained.</li><li>Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, professional standards, and internal policies.</li><li>Manage internal and external audit relationships.</li><li>Monitor and mitigate financial and operational risks.</li><li>Deliver high-quality governance reporting to senior leadership.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Commercial </strong></p><ul><li>Drive the production of accurate, timely, and commercially focused management information.</li><li>Develop meaningful financial reporting, KPIs, and performance dashboards.</li><li>Support strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis.</li><li>Translate complex financial information for both financial and non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership </strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a sizeable finance team.</li><li>Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support succession planning, talent development, and professional qualifications.</li><li>Ensure appropriate resource planning and organisational capability to support future growth.</li></ul><p><strong>Transformation</strong></p><ul><li>Champion finance transformation initiatives and operational improvements.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls, and enhance efficiency.</li><li>Drive the adoption of technology, automation, and data-driven decision making.</li><li>Lead change programmes that improve service delivery and commercial performance.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are seeking a commercially minded finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with exceptional stakeholder management and leadership capability.</p><p>You will ideally possess:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification.</li><li>Significant senior finance leadership experience within a complex environment.</li><li>Proven experience leading large finance teams through growth and change.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, risk management, and compliance.</li><li>Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders both internally and externally.</li><li>A track record of delivering operational improvement, transformation, and process optimisation initiatives.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>A critical leadership role within a growing and ambitious organisation.</li><li>Significant exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Opportunity to shape the future direction of a large finance function.</li><li>Strong career progression potential.</li><li>Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuMzgxNzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Senior Finance Business Partner to join a well-recognised Professional Services company based in Bristol. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£70,000 - £80,000 plus bonus and hybrid remote working</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Actively monitor and report on monthly P&L performance and KPIs with insightful analysis to identify areas for challenge and improvement</li><li>Lead on the annual budget process, provide challenge and guidance to the Executive Team to ensure targets and assumptions are appropriate. Ensure deadlines are met and sufficient insightful analysis is provided to support approval by the Board. Support the Executive Team during budget presentations to the CEO and CFO</li><li>Review and provide steer and challenge to the monthly forecasting process, provide informative analysis to enable the CFO, Board and Executive Team to effectively monitor performance against the annual budget</li><li>Review performance of major contracts or projects against revenue and margin targets, and provide suggestions for areas of improvement</li><li>Design appropriate commission schemes that ensure sales teams are motivated to succeed </li><li>Create business models for approval of new product, price changes or project investments</li><li>Provide support to commercial and sales teams negotiating large deals, by creating bespoke bid models and challenging acceptable commercial/financial parameters</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) with 5+ years PQE</li><li>Successful track record as an experienced finance business partner</li><li>Advanced excel skills for financial modelling</li><li>Data driven with strong analytical skills, with the ability to unite and motivate people around decisions</li><li>Deep knowledge and understanding of the financial and performance levers in the relevant business area, as well as wider business context</li><li>Excellent verbal communication skills, used to communicate with executive management and other stakeholders</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£70,000 - £80,000 plus bonus and hybrid remote working</strong></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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi42MDYyNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><p><strong>Interim Finance Business Partner</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Telford (Hybrid Working Available)<br /> <strong>Rate:</strong> £400-£550 per day inside <br /> <strong>Duration:</strong> 3-6 Months</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p>We are supporting a well-established business in Telford who are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner to provide commercial finance support during a period of change and growth. This is a highly visible role, partnering with operational and senior leadership teams to drive performance, improve decision-making, and deliver meaningful financial insights.</p><p>The successful candidate will be commercially minded, hands on, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insight and challenge</li><li>Deliver weekly and monthly performance reporting and commentary</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes</li><li>Analyse revenue, margins, costs and key business drivers</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency</li><li>Build and maintain financial models to support decision making</li><li>Provide financial support on business projects and improvement initiatives</li><li>Assist with month-end activities and management accounts where required</li><li>Develop meaningful KPIs and performance dashboards</li><li>Present financial information to senior stakeholders in a clear and concise manner</li></ul><h3>Person Specification</h3><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)</li><li>Previous experience in a Finance Business Partner or Commercial Finance role</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence non-finance teams</li><li>Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capability</li><li>Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling</li><li>Comfortable working independently and adding value from day one</li><li>Strong communication and presentation skills</li><li>Experience within manufacturing, distribution, FMCG or service-led environments would be advantageous</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Immediate start available</li><li>High-profile business partnering role</li><li>Opportunity to influence key commercial decisions</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement</li><li>Dynamic and collaborative working environment</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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuODM3OTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half have partnered to present a 3rd Line / Infrastructure Engineer vacancy. We are looking for an experienced 3rd Line & Infrastructure Engineer to provide technical support, maintain secure and reliable IT systems, and take ownership of complex technical issues. The role will also support the delivery of IT projects and work closely with colleagues to provide an excellent service to users.</p><h3>Key Skills & Experience</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>3+ years' experience in an ICT support or infrastructure environment.</li><li>Strong 3rd line troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Good knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Active Directory and Group Policy.</li><li>Experience supporting Windows devices, Chromebooks, Android devices and Microsoft environments.</li><li>Good understanding of networking, including DNS, DHCP, VPNs, routers, switches and wireless.</li><li>Experience with device management, deployment and IT service management systems.</li><li>Knowledge of PowerShell, security and system monitoring.</li><li>Experience contributing to IT projects, including technical implementation, planning and reporting.</li><li>Strong customer service, communication and organisational skills.</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload, work under pressure and take ownership of issues.</li><li>Self-motivated, collaborative and committed to ongoing learning.</li><li>Willingness to travel between locations and a clean driving licence.</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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby4wOTM2OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with an established company in Cirencester to recruit a detail-oriented Part-Time Finance Assistant<strong> </strong>to support their finance team. The role will predominantly support with accounts payable tasks such as invoice processing, preparing payment runs, supplier reconciliations and other adhoc duties. The Part-Time Finance Assistant role will be ideal for someone that has proven accounts payable/purchase ledger experience that is keen to add value and be a good team player. The salary is up to £30,000 (full-time equivalent) plus a number of benefits and it is 25 hours a week, across 5 days on site. </p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the Part-Time Finance Assistant role will consist of: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Processing invoices; match, batch and code.</li><li>Assist with preparing and processing payment runs.</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Dealing with queries.</li><li>Support month-end accounts payable activities.</li><li>Assist with other administrative and finance tasks as needed.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Must have proven accounts payable/purchase ledger experience</li><li>Strong attention to detail</li><li>Good organisational and time management skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage priorities</li><li>Competent user of Excel; familiar with lookups and pivot tables</li><li>Strong communication skills</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£28,000 - £30,000 (full-time equivalent) </li><li>Part-time hours; 25 a week, across 5 days (9AM - 2PM)</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Life assurance</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4wNzg5Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Finance Supervisor for a growing business in Kington in Herefordshire</p><p> </p><p><strong>Finance Supervisor - Job Description</strong></p><p><strong>Job Purpose</strong></p><p>To supervise the day-to-day activities of the finance team, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, maintenance of financial records, and preparation of management information to support the Finance Director in financial reporting and decision-making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Supervision of Finance Staff:</strong> Supervise and support the accounts team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately, efficiently, and within agreed deadlines.</li><li><strong>Accounts Payable and Receivable:</strong> Oversee the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring supplier invoices, payments, customer invoices, and receipts are processed accurately and on time.</li><li><strong>Management Information:</strong> Prepare and provide accurate and timely financial and management information to the Finance Director to support business performance monitoring and decision-making.</li><li><strong>Accruals and Prepayments:</strong> Prepare and review monthly accruals and prepayments, ensuring costs and income are recorded in the correct accounting period.</li><li><strong>Month-End Reporting:</strong> Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including reconciliations, journals, and supporting schedules.</li><li><strong>Fixed Asset Register:</strong> Maintain and update the fixed asset register, ensuring additions, disposals, depreciation, and asset records are accurately recorded.</li><li><strong>Nominal Ledger:</strong> Review and check nominal ledger postings, investigate discrepancies, and ensure transactions are coded correctly.</li><li><strong>Cost Analysis:</strong> Assist with cost analysis, monitoring expenditure, identifying variances, and highlighting opportunities for improved cost control.</li><li><strong>Sales Analysis:</strong> Analyse sales performance, identify trends and variances, and provide relevant financial information to support business planning.</li><li><strong>Financial Controls:</strong> Ensure financial processes and procedures are followed, maintaining accurate records and supporting effective internal controls.</li><li><strong>Continuous Improvement:</strong> Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, reporting accuracy, and the efficiency of the finance function.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Skills and Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes.</li><li>Experience in preparing accruals, prepayments, and month-end journals.</li><li>Good understanding of management accounts and financial reporting.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret cost and sales information.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.</li><li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Previous experience supervising or supporting a finance team.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.</li></ul><p> </p><p>On offer - a salary of from £35,000 to £45,000</p><p>This role is fully on site</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjU3Mzg4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for an Accounts Payable Assistant (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract) based in Cirencester.</p><p>Hybrid working from Cirencester based office , full time hours.</p><p>Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next opportunity?</p><p>We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to join our finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function, supporting both internal stakeholders and suppliers while maintaining accurate and timely financial records.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.</p><p>Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes where applicable.</p><p>Maintain and reconcile supplier accounts within the purchase ledger.</p><p>Investigate and resolve invoice and payment queries.</p><p>Process purchase orders in line with company procedures.</p><p>Assist with bi-monthly payment runs.</p><p>Process employee expenses</p><p>Maintain and update supplier records and account information.</p><p>Review supplier statements and investigate outstanding items.</p><p>Ensure invoices are coded correctly and authorised appropriately.</p><p>Manage a shared Accounts Payable inbox.</p><p>Update and reconcile the cash book.</p><p>Support Accounts Payable activities for a sister company remotely.</p><p>Assist with month-end processes including accruals and bank reconciliations.</p><p>Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.</p><p>Support internal and external audit requirements.</p><p>Provide general finance administration support as required.</p><p>About You</p><p>To be successful in this role, you will have:</p><p>Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or Finance Assistant position.</p><p>Experience using Sage or a similar ERP/accounting system.</p><p>Strong Microsoft Excel skills.</p><p>Excellent numerical ability and attention to detail.</p><p>A methodical approach with high levels of accuracy.</p><p>Strong organisational and time-management skills.</p><p>The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.</p><p>Excellent communication skills and the confidence to liaise with suppliers and colleagues at all levels.</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci40MzY5OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Specialist to join a well-recognised Professional Services company based in Bristol. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£32,000 - £40,000 plus bonus, hybrid remote working and wider benefits package</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of the assigned ledgers, ensuring invoices are processed on a timely basis</li><li>Implement and maintain purchase ledger controls and processes, ensuring compliance with internal policies</li><li>Establish KPI's and identify areas for process improvement</li><li>Help transition the function from manual to automated systems, through system implementation</li><li>Prompt management and resolution of queries</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>3+ years experience working in a senior purchase ledger role</li><li>Intermediate Excel</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Calm and assertive being able to communicate across all levels of a business</li><li>Capacity to prioritise tasks and work under pressure</li><li>Methodical with attention to detail and accuracy</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£32,000 - £40,000 plus bonus, hybrid remote working 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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi4yODU2Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a permanent Management Accountant to join a fast paced private equity backed business in Newport</p><p><strong> </strong> </p><p>We are seeking a proactive <strong>Part-Qualified Management Accountant</strong> to join our fast-paced finance team. This role offers a unique blend of core management accounting, commercial analysis, and high-level exposure to board-level reporting. You will play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of our financial data while supporting the business through a period of PE-driven growth.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Accounting & Month-End</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Management Accounts:</strong> Preparation and assistance with monthly management accounts, including prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations, and all relevant month-end tasks.</li><li><strong>Fixed Assets & Stock:</strong> Full ownership of <strong>Fixed Assets</strong>, including maintaining the register. Responsible for <strong>Creditors and Stock</strong> management, including weekly and month-end reporting.</li><li><strong>Ledger Management:</strong> Daily bank reconciliations, postings, and allocations to the AR/AP ledgers.</li><li><strong>Purchase Ledger Support:</strong> Ensuring all manual and <strong>3-way match GRN invoices</strong> are processed accurately and timely, in accordance with company finance policies.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Board Exposure</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Presentations:</strong> Assist in preparation and delivery of both <strong>Board presentations</strong> and <strong>Budget presentations</strong>.</li><li><strong>Group & International:</strong> Assisting with <strong>group consolidations</strong> and the management of <strong>International accounts</strong>.</li><li><strong>Cash Management:</strong> Managing the weekly payment run and providing essential assistance with <strong>cashflow forecasting</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong>Commercial Analysis & Budgeting</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Budgeting:</strong> Assisting with the preparation of annual budgets.</li><li><strong>Variance Analysis:</strong> Reviewing weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly spend with budget holders to analyse and report on spend vs. variance.</li></ul><p><strong>Audit & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Statutory Requirements:</strong> Assist in the preparation for <strong>Statutory returns</strong> and assisting in the <strong>year-end Statutory Audit</strong>.</li><li><strong>External Liaison: </strong>Assist with <strong>External Audits</strong>.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Technical Skills:</strong> Strong ERP experience and advanced Excel skills. Understanding of double entry and reconciliations</li><li><strong>Communication:</strong> Confident in presenting financial data to senior leadership and collaborating with non-finance budget holders.</li></ul><p> </p><p> <strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Full study support package</li><li>Exposure to Private Equity reporting cycles and high-level board interaction.</li><li>Salary from £30,000 to £35,000</li><li>Hybrid working-</li><li>Company bonus scheme</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjUzMzA1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Receivable & Credit Control Assistant</strong></p><p><strong>£30,000-£40,000 | Bristol | Office-based | Monday-Friday</strong></p><p><strong>An opportunity to take ownership, develop your skills and make a real impact within a growing finance function.</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a role where you can take ownership of your work, broaden your experience and become a key part of a finance team?</p><p>We're working with a business in Bristol looking to appoint an Accounts Receivable & Credit Control Assistant.</p><p>You'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the finance function, taking responsibility for customer accounts, overseeing outstanding payments and helping ensure the business maintains strong financial controls. What's particularly appealing about this opportunity is the breadth of exposure it offers, with the chance to get involved in process improvements, systems development and wider finance projects.</p><p>If you're someone who enjoys taking initiative, building relationships and finding better ways of working, this could be an excellent next step.</p><p><strong>Why consider this opportunity?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Real responsibility:</strong> Take ownership of customer accounts and have a direct influence on the effectiveness of the sales ledger and credit control function.</li><li><strong>Variety:</strong> Enjoy a broad position covering invoicing, reconciliations, cash allocation, credit management, reporting and month-end activities.</li><li><strong>Opportunity to make improvements:</strong> Get involved in developing processes, improving financial controls and making better use of existing systems.</li><li><strong>Wider finance exposure:</strong> Work alongside the Financial Controller and wider finance team, gaining exposure beyond the traditional accounts receivable remit.</li><li><strong>Career development:</strong> An opportunity to build on your existing finance experience, with AAT studies and further professional development welcomed.</li></ul><p><strong>What will you be doing?</strong></p><p>You'll have a varied workload, with responsibility spanning several important areas of the finance operation.</p><p><strong>Accounts Receivable & Sales Ledger</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the accurate and timely processing of customer invoices.</li><li>Maintain customer accounts, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.</li><li>Complete sales ledger reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.</li><li>Allocate incoming payments and resolve unidentified or unallocated cash.</li><li>Prepare and issue monthly customer statements.</li></ul><p><strong>Credit Control & Customer Relationships</strong></p><ul><li>Proactively monitor outstanding balances and take ownership of chasing overdue payments.</li><li>Contact customers via telephone, email and written correspondence to resolve payment queries and secure outstanding funds.</li><li>Negotiate payment arrangements where necessary and escalate more challenging accounts.</li><li>Help achieve debtor day and overdue debt collection targets.</li><li>Review new customer credit applications and assist with setting and monitoring appropriate credit limits.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Financial Controls</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with aged debt reporting and cash collection forecasting.</li><li>Support month-end activities relating to accounts receivable and credit control.</li><li>Ensure transactions are accurately documented and appropriate audit trails are maintained.</li></ul><p><strong>Process Improvement & Wider Finance Support</strong></p><ul><li>Contribute to improving customer onboarding, credit control and order-to-cash procedures.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes and maximise the functionality of existing finance systems.</li><li>Work with colleagues across the business to resolve invoice queries, discrepancies and customer disputes.</li><li>Support the wider finance team during periods of absence or increased workload.</li><li>Get involved in ad hoc finance projects and initiatives focused on improving efficiency, controls and reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>What are we looking for?</strong></p><p>We're keen to speak with individuals who have some previous experience in a finance or accounts-based position, particularly within sales ledger, accounts receivable or credit control.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience in a finance, accounts administration or customer accounts role, ideally with exposure to sales ledger and credit control.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy across financial records.</li><li>Confident communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate professionally with customers.</li><li>Excellent organisation and time management, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.</li><li>A proactive attitude, taking ownership of responsibilities and working independently.</li><li>An inquisitive mindset and an interest in understanding and improving financial systems and processes.</li><li>Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Teams.</li><li>Exposure to an ERP or finance system such as Microsoft Dynamics, Sage or SAP.</li></ul><p><strong>It would be a bonus if you also have:</strong></p><ul><li>An interest in continuous improvement and process optimisation.</li><li>AAT studies or an ambition to pursue a professional finance qualification.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£30,000-£40,000 salary, dependent on experience.</li><li>23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Private healthcare cash plan.</li><li>Life insurance.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li><li>Employee referral programme.</li></ul><p><strong>The Practical Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> Bristol.</li><li><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Fully office-based.</li><li><strong>Hours:</strong> 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, standard office hours</li><li><strong>Reporting to:</strong> Financial Controller.</li></ul><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>If this sounds interesting I want to hear from you… please reach out to apply!</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/SnVhbi5Db2xlZ2F0ZS45MzkwNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">