<p>Robert Half are proud to have exclusively partnered with Summer Fields School to recruit a Payroll & Finance Officer. This newly created role combines payroll management with finance support, offering a unique opportunity to join one of the country's leading prep schools with a reputation spanning over 160 years.</p><p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Payroll & Finance Officer</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Summertown, North Oxford (mainly on-site)</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£37,000 - £40,000 depending on experience</p><p>Full-time | Small collaborative team | Beautiful 70-acre campus</p><p>Summer Fields is a full-boarding and day school for approximately 300 boys aged 4-13. The school offers excellent teaching, traditional values and exceptional pastoral care, with outstanding exam results achieved by leavers who regularly win scholarships to top public schools in the country.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit Bursary team in a friendly, community-focused environment where staff wellbeing is a priority. Many staff have been at the school for years, testament to the positive working culture.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is a key role responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of payroll, while also supporting the Finance Manager with all aspects of finance, delivering efficient partnering and support to the school community.</p><ul><li>Oversee the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and full statutory compliance.</li><li>Work collaboratively with HR to process information on starters, leavers, salary changes and statutory payments.</li><li>Manage the collection and verification of timesheet data for staff on variable hours, ensuring accurate salary calculations.</li><li>Process monthly payments, produce variance reports, complete HMRC submissions and maintain robust payroll governance.</li><li>Liaise with the current payroll system provider and potentially support the selection and implementation of a new system.</li><li>Support the Finance Manager with Accounts Payable and Receivable, including invoice processing, supplier payments and ensuring smooth running of the Purchase Ledger.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of information for fee billing cycles and inputting data onto the Fees Ledger.</li><li>Support term-end procedures including journals and reconciliations, annual budgets, management accounts and audit preparation.</li><li>Work closely with the Finance Director and HR Manager as part of a small, collaborative Bursary team.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience of running the end-to-end payroll process in a similar sized organisation.</li><li>Strong experience working with timesheets and variable pay calculations.</li><li>Experience of changing or implementing payroll systems would be desirable.</li><li>Collaborative team player who thrives in a small team environment and can build strong relationships across the Bursary.</li><li>Organised, detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities across payroll and finance responsibilities.</li><li>Comfortable working mainly on-site as part of a close-knit team.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Working at Summer Fields</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is set within 70 acres of stunning grounds in North Oxford, with superb facilities that are continually enhanced. The school offers a warm, community atmosphere where staff are encouraged to get involved in school life. With around 160 full-time and part-time staff, many of whom are long-serving, the school clearly provides a supportive and rewarding place to work.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£37,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.</li><li>Full-time, 40 hours per week.</li><li>5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays.</li><li>Free lunch on-site during term time.</li><li>On-site parking.</li><li>Pension scheme (4% employer contribution for first 2 years, 6% thereafter).</li><li>Group life assurance (3x annual salary).</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Annual flu vaccination.</li><li>Access to staff swimming club.</li><li>Discounted on-site holiday activity clubs.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS41MzY5My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are partnering exclusively with a dynamic, growing business based near Basingstoke. </p><p> </p><p>Are you a dynamic and driven accounts payable specialist craving a role with variety, autonomy, and client interaction?</p><p> </p><p>Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where no two days are the same?</p><p> </p><p>An exciting opportunity has opened up for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing and ambitious team within the sporting & hospitality sector. </p><p> </p><p>We're looking for someone who is ready to make an impact, loves building relationships, and brings technical excellence in purchase ledger processes to the table.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What's in it for you?</strong></p><ul><li>A unique role blending outsourced accounts payable, expenses and purchase ledger management for clients.</li><li>Based in a beautiful countryside office.</li><li>The chance to work across multiple dynamic client accounts within the Sporting and Hospitality sectors.</li><li>A supportive, professional environment where your skills will help shape the future of the business.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Day-to-Day:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain organised Accounts Payable mailboxes and ensure correct filing of documentation and timely supplier communication</li></ul><ul><li>Accurately code and process invoices through an invoice management platform</li><li>Processing of credit card transactions and employee expenses</li><li>Setting up of new supplier accounts and maintaining existing accounts details</li></ul><p>within Purchase Ledger</p><ul><li>Reconciliation of supplier statements and remittances and resolution of</li></ul><p>outstanding queries</p><ul><li>Effective communication with both suppliers and internal stakeholders</li><li>Reviewing procedures and systems to identify improvement opportunities</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What we're looking for:</strong></p><ul><li>2-3 years experience in an Accounts Payable role</li><li>Needs to be able to work well as part of a team</li><li>High attention to detail and confidence working with high volumes of data</li><li>Ability to identify problems, be proactive and provide appropriate solutions</li><li>Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook</li><li>Good systems knowledge and ability to learn new systems</li><li>(Experience with Xero would be advantageous)</li><li>Must be able to work under pressure respecting tight deadlines</li><li>Be able to manage multiple tasks</li><li>Able to effectively deal with internal and external client</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Perks & Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary (dependent on experience)</li><li>Free onsite parking</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>25 days annual leave + bank holidays</li><li>Be part of a growing and passionate team shaping the future of finance in the leisure industry</li></ul><p> </p><p>If you're ready to take on an exciting new challenge where variety and professional growth are guaranteed - we'd love to hear from you! Please click apply today. </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/b2xpdmlhLmNhcnZlbGwuMTYzNjQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Construction Company in London to recruit an immediate, temporary Payroll Clerk for 3-6 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate temporary, Payroll Clerk to assist them for 3-6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Processing Weekly Payroll and Weekly Expenses</li><li>Monthly Payroll</li><li>Monthly Expenses</li><li>Import Expenses (monthly) for Home Allowances</li><li>Timesheet vs People HR updates (Sick/Annual leave)</li><li>Monthly apprentice journal</li><li>New starters onboarding (Sage, NetSuite, Vitality, YuLife, Denplan, Pension provider)</li><li>Timesheet Chasing, including verifying hours, sick etc.</li><li>Posting Timesheets</li><li>Monthly Pension payment</li><li>Monthly PAYE, CIS payments</li><li>Monthly EPS</li><li>Yearly P11Ds</li><li>Process tax information (P45s, P60s)</li><li>Vehicle information reporting</li><li>Data entry using the accounting package Netsuite.</li><li>Matching payments to invoices via Netsuite.</li><li>All Direct Debit related invoices have been received and processed for the month.</li><li>Processing of some internal revenue journals.</li><li>Any other financial activities as dictated by the FC/FD</li><li>Any ad-hoc as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful temporary Payroll Clerk will have 2+ years in Payroll.</p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Construction Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This role will be paying circa £20-£25 per hour, dependant on experience.</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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjI0Njg2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Clerk</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Surrey </strong>| <strong>Full-Time, Permanent</strong> | <strong>£35,000 per annum BOE</strong></p><p>A growing and forward-thinking business is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join its finance team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys owning the day-to-day AP function while also contributing to systems optimisation and process improvement initiatives.</p><p>You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of accounts payable operations, while supporting the wider finance team in improving efficiency, controls and reporting.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Accounts Payable </strong></p><ul><li>End-to-end processing of supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Managing supplier queries and reconciling supplier statements</li><li>Preparing and processing weekly and monthly payment runs</li><li>Maintaining accurate AP records and ensuring compliance with internal controls</li><li>Supporting month-end close, including accruals and reconciliations</li></ul><p><strong>Systems & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Acting as a key user for the AP system, supporting optimisation and best practice</li><li>Identifying inefficiencies within AP processes and proposing improvements</li><li>Supporting system upgrades, implementations or automation initiatives</li><li>Improving controls, documentation and process consistency</li><li>Working closely with stakeholders to embed improved workflows</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in an Accounts Payable role</li><li>Strong understanding of end-to-end AP processes</li><li>Excellent systems aptitude with experience using finance/ERP systems</li><li>Demonstrated experience in process improvement or systems enhancement</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li><li>High attention to detail and strong organisational skills</li><li>Confident communicator with a proactive, solution-focused mindset</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of £35,000 per annum</li><li>Opportunity to contribute beyond BAU AP work</li><li>Exposure to systems improvement and change projects</li><li>Supportive finance team with a continuous improvement culture</li><li>Long-term development opportunities</li></ul><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an AP professional who enjoys combining hands-on transactional work with systems thinking and process improvement, within a business that values efficiency and innovation.</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNzM3NzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Technology Company in London to recruit an immediate, temporary Accounts Payable Clerk for 3-6 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Accounts Payable Clerk to assist them for 3-6 Months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>All supplier invoices and employee expenses are processed, coded, and approved correctly within agreed SLA.</li><li>Weekly and ad‑hoc payment runs (e.g. via bank and card/expense platforms) are prepared accurately, appropriately approved, and released on time, with no duplicate or incorrect payments.</li><li>Supplier master data, GL coding, tax treatment (e.g. VAT), and cost centre allocations are consistently correct, reducing miscoded items and manual corrections over time.</li><li>All key processes (invoices, expenses, payments, reconciliations) comply with documented controls and approval matrices, with clean internal/external audit findings for these areas.</li><li>Process improvement and automation mindset - to deliver more streamlined processes and reducing manual work you will have experience in finance transformation, specifically leveraging automation and AI to drive accuracy and efficiency</li><li>Solid understanding of basic accounting principles (debits/credits, accruals, prepayments, AP/AR, VAT).</li><li>Comfortable working in ERP and expense/payment systems (e.g. general ledger, bank portals, expenses platforms), with strong attention to how transactions flow through to the accounts.</li><li>NetSuite experience would be a significant advantage/pre-requisite. Strong Excel/Sheets skills for reconciliations, checks, and simple analysis (lookups, pivots, filters).</li><li>Able to explain finance requirements (e.g. receipts, coding, cut-offs) in straightforward, non-technical language.</li><li>Collaborative working style with the wider Finance & Data team, flagging risks or issues early.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful temporary Accounts Payable Clerk will either be a Finance graduate looking to gain entry level finance experience or you will have have 2+ years experience in Accounts Payable.</p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Technology Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This temporary Accounts Payable role will be paying circa £16-£19 per hour, dependant on experience.</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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjU1MTkwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Construction Company in London to recruit an immediate, temporary Payroll Clerk for 3-6 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate temporary, Payroll Clerk to assist them for 3-6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Processing Weekly Payroll and Weekly Expenses</li><li>Monthly Payroll</li><li>Monthly Expenses</li><li>Import Expenses (monthly) for Home Allowances</li><li>Timesheet vs People HR updates (Sick/Annual leave)</li><li>Monthly apprentice journal</li><li>New starters onboarding (Sage, NetSuite, Vitality, YuLife, Denplan, Pension provider)</li><li>Timesheet Chasing, including verifying hours, sick etc.</li><li>Posting Timesheets</li><li>Monthly Pension payment</li><li>Monthly PAYE, CIS payments</li><li>Monthly EPS</li><li>Yearly P11Ds</li><li>Process tax information (P45s, P60s)</li><li>Vehicle information reporting</li><li>Data entry using the accounting package Netsuite. </li><li>Matching payments to invoices via Netsuite.</li><li>All Direct Debit related invoices have been received and processed for the month.</li><li>Processing of some internal revenue journals.</li><li>Any other financial activities as dictated by the FC/FD</li><li>Any ad-hoc as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful temporary Payroll Clerk will have 2+ years in Payroll.</p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Construction Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This role will be paying circa £20-£25 per hour, dependant on experience.</p><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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjM5MzMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Clerk (Great Plains Experience Required) - Bracknell - 4 week contract - £15 - £17 per hour + holiday pay</strong></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Payable Clerk with hands-on experience using Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains). The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full accounts payable cycle, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, timely payments, and maintaining strong vendor relationships.</p><p>This role requires strong system knowledge of Great Plains, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced finance environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Match purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices</li><li>Code and post invoices within Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains)</li><li>Prepare and process weekly/monthly payment runs (BACS, EFT, cheques)</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain vendor master data in Great Plains</li><li>Respond to internal and external supplier queries promptly</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Required Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 2-3 years' experience in an Accounts Payable role</li><li>Proven experience using <strong>Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains)</strong></li><li>Strong understanding of AP processes and financial controls</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS45NjM3Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Assistant - Heathrow - Hybrid - 33k - 35k - temporary to permanent </strong></p><p>The Accounts Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the finance team by ensuring accurate and efficient processing of financial transactions. This position involves handling invoices, reconciling accounts, credit control, and maintaining financial records. The Accounts Assistant contributes to the smooth operation of the company's day to day financial activities by providing administrative support and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Accounts payable - raising purchase orders, processing invoices, supplier invoices, payment runs, dealing with queries</li><li>Accounts receivable - raising sales invoices, managing sales PO's, credit control, management of customer invoicing portals, customer queries.</li><li>Assisting with daily transaction processing and bank reconciliations</li><li>Supporting month-end and year-end closing activities</li><li>Preparing journals and assisting with management accounts</li><li>Ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements</li><li>Liaising with other departments and external auditors when required</li><li>Supporting the Finance Manager, Head of Accounts and wider team with ad hoc duties</li></ul><p><strong>Person Specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Actively studying or part-qualified in ACCA/CIMA/AAT</li><li>Strong organisational and time management skills</li><li>Outstanding attention to detail</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial software systems</li><li>Prior accounts experience working in a financial services environment</li><li>Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team</li><li>Proactive attitude, eager to learn and develop</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/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS4wMjk5NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Revenue & Billing Analyst</strong></p><p><strong>London | Hybrid </strong></p><p>A well-established, international asset-backed business is seeking a <strong>Revenue & Billing Analyst</strong> to join its London-based finance team.</p><p>This role sits at the heart of revenue, billing and cash collection, working closely with commercial and technical stakeholders to ensure accurate billing, strong cash flow and robust revenue reporting across a complex, multi-currency portfolio.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Managing customer billing schedules and accounts receivable</li><li>Raising monthly, ad-hoc and PAYG billing and credit notes</li><li>Supporting cash collection, direct debits and ageing analysis</li><li>Revenue recognition, balance sheet and P&L reconciliations</li><li>Monthly revenue reporting, accruals and trend analysis</li><li>Supporting audits and ad-hoc financial analysis</li><li>Driving process improvements across billing and revenue workflows</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal profile:</strong></p><ul><li>3+ years' experience in billing, revenue or accounts receivable</li><li>Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail</li><li>Confident communicator, comfortable working cross-functionally</li><li>Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple deadlines</li><li>ERP system experience essential (D365 advantageous)</li><li>Background in asset-heavy, leasing or infrastructure environments beneficial</li></ul><p><strong>On offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>Exposure to an international, multi-entity business</li><li>High-impact role supporting cash flow and revenue integrity</li><li>Collaborative, professional working environment</li></ul><p>An excellent opportunity for a commercially minded analyst to take ownership of a critical finance function within a complex, global business.</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/V2lsbGlhbS5Ccmlja2hpbGwuNzQ0MzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2>Financial Accountant</h2><p>Central London | Railway Infrastructure Sector</p><p>An established and highly regarded organisation within the <strong>railway infrastructure</strong> sector is seeking a technically strong and commercially minded <strong>Financial Accountant</strong> to join its Financial Control team.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a <strong>practice-trained ACA/ACCA</strong> who has since moved into industry as a Financial Accountant or Finance Manager and is now looking for a broader, more commercially exposed role within a complex, regulated environment.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p>Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring robust financial control, technical compliance, and high-quality reporting across the business.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Ownership of <strong>fixed asset accounting and reconciliations</strong></p></li><li><p>Lead on <strong>IFRS 16 lease accounting</strong></p></li><li><p>Preparation and management of <strong>statutory accounts</strong>, including change control</p></li><li><p>Driving high-quality and timely <strong>balance sheet reconciliations</strong></p></li><li><p>Supporting <strong>external and internal audits</strong></p></li><li><p>Providing guidance on <strong>accounting standards, company law and HMRC regulations</strong></p></li><li><p>Supporting tax computation preparation</p></li><li><p>Partnering with wider finance and operational teams to mitigate risk and improve processes</p></li></ul><p>This role offers real breadth - combining technical accounting with business interaction and process improvement.</p><h3>About You</h3><p>We are looking for:</p><ul><li><p><strong>ACA or ACCA qualified</strong> (practice-trained)</p></li><li><p>Currently in industry in a Financial Accountant or Finance Manager role</p></li><li><p>Strong grounding in <strong>technical accounting and financial control</strong></p></li><li><p>Commercially astute - able to understand the "why" behind the numbers</p></li><li><p>Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills</p></li><li><p>A proactive problem solver who enjoys improving processes</p></li><li><p>Meticulous attention to detail</p></li></ul><h3>Why Apply?</h3><ul><li><p>Exposure to a complex, regulated infrastructure environment</p></li><li><p>High visibility within a collaborative finance function</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to combine technical excellence with commercial influence</p></li><li><p>Clear scope to develop within a growing and strategically important sector</p></li></ul><p>If you are looking to step into a role where your technical grounding is valued but your commercial judgement and stakeholder skills are equally important, this could be an excellent next move.</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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4xNzMzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-end="410" data-start="207">This is a key role within the finance team, with responsibility for <strong data-end="297" data-start="275">end-to-end payroll</strong> (approximately <strong data-start="313" data-end="332">40% of the role</strong>) alongside providing <strong data-start="354" data-end="389">broad financial control support</strong> across the business.</p><p data-start="412" data-end="749">The role holder will have full ownership of the monthly payroll process for circa <strong data-end="511" data-start="494">150 employees</strong>, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely payments, while continuously improving payroll controls and efficiency. In addition, the position supports the wider finance function across month-end, balance sheet and transactional activities.</p><h3 data-start="751" data-end="797"><strong data-start="755" data-end="797">Payroll Responsibilities (Approx. 40%)</strong></h3><ul data-start="798" data-end="1525"><li data-end="901" data-start="798"><p data-end="901" data-start="800">Ownership of the monthly payroll cycle, including data collection, input, validation and submission</p></li><li data-start="902" data-end="1016"><p data-start="904" data-end="1016">Management of new starters and leavers, including documentation, pro-rata calculations and statutory reporting</p></li><li data-end="1129" data-start="1017"><p data-end="1129" data-start="1019">Processing monthly payroll changes such as overtime, bonuses, commissions, expenses, benefits and deductions</p></li><li data-start="1130" data-end="1227"><p data-start="1132" data-end="1227">Administration of statutory payments (SSP, family-friendly leave, pensions, benefits in kind)</p></li><li data-start="1228" data-end="1303"><p data-end="1303" data-start="1230">Managing payroll-related reporting, analysis and management information</p></li><li data-start="1304" data-end="1379"><p data-start="1306" data-end="1379">Acting as the primary point of contact for payroll and benefits queries</p></li><li data-start="1380" data-end="1436"><p data-end="1436" data-start="1382">Managing payroll and benefits supplier relationships</p></li><li data-start="1437" data-end="1525"><p data-end="1525" data-start="1439">Supporting year-end processes and liaising with external auditors on payroll matters</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1581" data-start="1527"><strong data-start="1531" data-end="1581">General Finance Responsibilities (Approx. 60%)</strong></h3><ul data-end="2079" data-start="1582"><li data-start="1582" data-end="1674"><p data-start="1584" data-end="1674">Supporting month-end close through journal preparation and balance sheet reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1675" data-end="1763"><p data-start="1677" data-end="1763">Assisting with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank postings and payment runs</p></li><li data-start="1764" data-end="1809"><p data-end="1809" data-start="1766">Preparing inputs for cashflow forecasting</p></li><li data-start="1810" data-end="1869"><p data-start="1812" data-end="1869">Supporting credit control and supplier/customer queries</p></li><li data-end="1934" data-start="1870"><p data-end="1934" data-start="1872">Ensuring purchase orders are matched and receipted correctly</p></li><li data-start="1935" data-end="1996"><p data-start="1937" data-end="1996">Supporting statutory submissions and ad-hoc finance tasks</p></li><li data-end="2079" data-start="1997"><p data-start="1999" data-end="2079">Collaborating with finance team members to ensure smooth day-to-day operations</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2081" data-end="2117"><strong data-start="2085" data-end="2117">Skills & Experience Required</strong></h3><ul data-start="2118" data-end="2563"><li data-end="2196" data-start="2118"><p data-start="2120" data-end="2196">Proven payroll processing experience, ideally in a standalone or lead role</p></li><li data-end="2240" data-start="2197"><p data-end="2240" data-start="2199">Strong attention to detail and accuracy</p></li><li data-end="2308" data-start="2241"><p data-start="2243" data-end="2308">Confident Excel user, comfortable with more than basic formulas</p></li><li data-end="2362" data-start="2309"><p data-end="2362" data-start="2311">Well organised with strong time management skills</p></li><li data-end="2399" data-start="2363"><p data-start="2365" data-end="2399">Logical, problem-solving mindset</p></li><li data-end="2481" data-start="2400"><p data-end="2481" data-start="2402">Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships</p></li><li data-end="2563" data-start="2482"><p data-start="2484" data-end="2563">Experience creating, improving and maintaining finance processes and controls</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uMTE0NDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This is a well-established contracts management and services business based in Greenwich (SE10). They design, build, and maintain the interior and technical systems of buildings with a focus on commercial properties, managing the end-to-end life cycle of projects.</p><p>Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire a talented Senior Payroll Administrator to join their finance team. <strong>This position will be based full-time on site in their Greenwich office.</strong></p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into the Finance Director, the Payroll Administrator will take sole ownership of the end-to-end payroll function within the business dealing with weekly & monthly payroll processing. They will be responsible for several key duties including:</p><ul><li>Taking sole ownership of the weekly and monthly payroll, expenses and timesheets.</li><li>Reconciling timesheets with People HR records and chasing missing or incorrect information.</li><li>Managing monthly payroll submissions, including pensions, PAYE, CIS and EPS.</li><li>Preparing annual payroll documentation such as P11Ds, P45s, P60s and vehicle reporting.</li><li>Processing employee expenses, home allowances and company credit card transactions.</li><li>Supporting new starter on boarding across payroll, finance systems and employee benefits.</li><li>Maintaining accurate data within NetSuite, including invoice entry and payment matching.</li><li>Ensuring all direct debit invoices are received and processed each month.</li><li>Assisting with month-end journals, including apprentice and internal revenue journals.</li><li>Supporting the wider finance team with ad-hoc duties as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal profile for this Senior Payroll Administrator position based in Greenwich, should have the following attributes:</p><ul><li>4+ years of experience of experience within a sole or senior payroll manager/specialist capacity.</li><li>Strong experience in owning end-to-end payroll processes (weekly and monthly)</li><li>Good knowledge around documentation such as P11Ds, P45s etc.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Experience supporting journals and working closely with accounting teams preferred.</li><li>Experience with NetSuite would be advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary / Package</strong></p><p>£42,000 - £48,000 + additional benefits including:</p><ul><li><strong>Full-time in office</strong></li><li>Support for training (CIPP)</li><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>Vitality healthcare & dental plans</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Opportunity for hybrid working</li><li>24 days holiday + bank holidays</li></ul><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjE2MjU4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT - PERMANENT - LONDON - UP TO £47k + 15% BONUS - HYBRID</strong></p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a long-standing client who are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join their team on a permanent basis offering hybrid working, up to £47k and 15% bonus, study support and career progression!</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and process journal entries, ledger transactions, and reconciliations accurately and timely.</li><li>Producing accurate monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis for the contract and reporting results to Contract Manager, Finance Manager, and operational managers.</li><li>Preparing forecasts and budgets in liaison with finance teams - providing support and advice where required.</li><li>Support the wider Municipal finance team with audit queries and pricing queries from clients.</li><li>Support data collection and basic analysis of operational KPIs and financial performance of the contract.</li><li>Collaborate with other team members to complete balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Assist in auditing processes to ensure compliance with policies/procedure and collaborate with the finance team to assist with other ad hoc tasks.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Part-qualified or finalist - ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent.</li><li>Proficiency in spreadsheet as Microsoft Excel/ google sheets.</li><li>Excellent organisational and time management skills with high attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines and good communication skills.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuNjI3OTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Technology Business in London to recruit an immediate, temporary Assistant Accountant for 3 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Assistant Accountant to assist them for 3 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Support day-to-day Accounts Payable operations, including AP mailbox management, invoices and expenses processing, supplier communications, and payment runs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls</li><li>Manage supplier queries and discrepancies end-to-end, performing vendor statement reconciliations and resolving issues efficiently</li><li>Support year-end close by reconciling balance sheet accounts, bank statements, clearing aged creditor balances, investigating variances, and ensuring liabilities are complete and accurate</li><li>Collaborate with our procurement team and budget holders to ensure smooth financial operations.</li><li>Support business with ad hoc virtual cards and credit cards payments, ensuring supporting receipts are filed and expenses allocated to the correct budgets</li><li>Support AP automation and reporting requirements</li><li>Own day-to-day Accounts Receivable operations, including customer invoicing, AR mailbox management, and maintenance of AR trackers</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and statements, resolving invoicing and payment discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Prepare and review aged debtor reports and proactively follow up on overdue balances to support cash collection, proactively escalate where necessary</li><li>Liaise with internal teams and customers to resolve invoicing or payment related queries, escalating issues as needed</li><li>Liaise with internal teams and customers to resolve AR-related queries and support month-end and year-end close activities</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful temporary Assistant Accountant will have have 3+ years experience.</p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Technology Business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This temporary Assistant Accountant role will be paying circa £19-£23 per hour, dependant on experience.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjkxNjYzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="283" data-start="171"><strong data-start="171" data-end="185">Job Title:</strong> Accounts Assistant<br data-start="204" data-end="207" /> <strong data-end="220" data-start="207">Location:</strong> Fully office-based<br data-start="239" data-end="242" /> <strong data-start="242" data-end="253">Salary:</strong> £28,000 - £32,000 per annum</p><h3 data-end="299" data-start="285">Overview</h3><p data-end="609" data-start="300">We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day running of the finance function. This fully office-based position is well suited to someone with strong Excel skills and solid experience within transactional finance who is looking to develop their accounting career.</p><h3 data-start="611" data-end="637">Key Responsibilities</h3><p data-start="638" data-end="1156">* Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and within deadlines<br data-start="710" data-end="713" /> * Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes<br data-start="774" data-end="777" /> * Performing bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies<br data-end="845" / data-start="842"> * Assisting with month-end processes including preparing supporting schedules<br data-start="922" data-end="925" /> * Maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with audit requirements<br data-end="1006" / data-start="1003"> * Producing reports and carrying out data analysis using Excel<br data-start="1068" data-end="1071" /> * Supporting the wider finance team with ad-hoc accounting and administrative tasks</p><h3 data-start="1158" data-end="1192">Required Skills & Experience</h3><p data-end="1550" data-start="1193">* Strong Excel skills (essential), including formulas, pivot tables and data analysis<br data-end="1281" / data-start="1278"> * Previous experience working in an accounts or finance role<br / data-end="1344" data-start="1341"> * Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills<br data-end="1411" / data-start="1408"> * Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines<br data-start="1469" / data-end="1472"> * Strong communication skills with a professional and collaborative approach</p><h3 data-start="1552" data-end="1582">Desirable (Nice to Have)</h3><p data-start="1583" data-end="1802">* Experience using Xero accounting software<br / data-end="1629" data-start="1626"> * Exposure to month-end reporting or assisting with management accounts<br data-start="1700" data-end="1703" /> * Studying towards, or interest in studying towards, an accounting qualification (AAT or similar)</p><h3 data-end="1825" data-start="1804">What's on Offer</h3><p data-end="2021" data-start="1826">* Salary of £28,000 - £32,000 (depending on experience)<br data-start="1881" / data-end="1884"> * Fully office-based role offering strong hands-on experience<br data-start="1945" data-end="1948" /> * Supportive team environment with opportunities for career development</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uODQyOTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="373" data-start="175">Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, nationally recognised organisation to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their friendly and collaborative finance team.</p><p data-start="375" data-end="593">This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with accounts payable experience who enjoys working in a supportive environment, values process and accuracy, and takes pride in delivering excellent service to stakeholders.</p><p data-start="595" data-end="1016">You'll join a finance team of circa 30 people, working within a close-knit AP team of three and reporting to the Accounts Payable Team Leader. The role offers genuine responsibility, visibility across the organisation, and the chance to play a key part in maintaining strong supplier relationships. With hybrid working (2 days from home) and a structured team environment, this role offers both flexibility and stability.</p><p data-end="1042" data-start="1018"><strong data-end="1042" data-start="1018">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-start="1044" data-end="1545"><li data-end="1110" data-start="1044"><p data-start="1046" data-end="1110">Processing supplier invoices in line with agreed payment terms</p></li><li data-end="1179" data-start="1111"><p data-end="1179" data-start="1113">Reviewing outstanding invoices and proactively resolving queries</p></li><li data-start="1180" data-end="1244"><p data-end="1244" data-start="1182">Liaising with internal departments to obtain purchase orders</p></li><li data-end="1308" data-start="1245"><p data-start="1247" data-end="1308">Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies</p></li><li data-end="1376" data-start="1309"><p data-end="1376" data-start="1311">Managing the AP inbox and responding to queries within 48 hours</p></li><li data-start="1377" data-end="1423"><p data-end="1423" data-start="1379">Chasing VAT invoices for proforma payments</p></li><li data-start="1424" data-end="1463"><p data-start="1426" data-end="1463">Requesting refunds for overpayments</p></li><li data-end="1499" data-start="1464"><p data-start="1466" data-end="1499">Weekly review of aged creditors</p></li><li data-end="1545" data-start="1500"><p data-end="1545" data-start="1502">Escalating complex issues where necessary</p></li></ul><p data-start="1547" data-end="1560"><strong data-start="1547" data-end="1560">About You</strong></p><ul data-start="1562" data-end="1846"><li data-start="1562" data-end="1602"><p data-start="1564" data-end="1602">Previous Accounts Payable experience</p></li><li data-start="1603" data-end="1658"><p data-end="1658" data-start="1605">Highly organised with excellent attention to detail</p></li><li data-start="1659" data-end="1726"><p data-end="1726" data-start="1661">Confident communicating with internal and external stakeholders</p></li><li data-start="1727" data-end="1784"><p data-end="1784" data-start="1729">Comfortable using Excel at a basic/intermediate level</p></li><li data-end="1846" data-start="1785"><p data-end="1846" data-start="1787">Proactive and able to manage multiple queries effectively</p></li></ul><p data-start="1848" data-end="1867"><strong data-start="1848" data-end="1867">What's on Offer</strong></p><ul data-end="2072" data-start="1869"><li data-end="1890" data-start="1869"><p data-start="1871" data-end="1890">Salary of £25,000</p></li><li data-end="1928" data-start="1891"><p data-start="1893" data-end="1928">Hybrid working - 2 days from home</p></li><li data-start="1929" data-end="1969"><p data-end="1969" data-start="1931">Supportive and friendly finance team</p></li><li data-end="2008" data-start="1970"><p data-end="2008" data-start="1972">Stable, well-regarded organisation</p></li><li data-start="2009" data-end="2072"><p data-end="2072" data-start="2011">Opportunity to develop within a structured finance function</p></li></ul><p data-end="2310" data-is-only-node="" data-is-last-node="" data-start="2074">If you're an Accounts Payable professional looking for a role where you can make an impact while enjoying flexibility and a positive working environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Robert Half for more information.</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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMTM4MjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Assistant - Chessington - Permanent role (5 days onsite) - £28,000 -33,000 DOE</strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering with an established international technology business to recruit an Assistant Accountant for their European headquarters.</p><p>The organisation operates across Europe as part of a long-standing global group, delivering technology-led solutions to a broad range of industries.</p><p>This role sits within a well-structured European finance function and offers broad exposure across accounts receivable, accounts payable, reporting and audit, making it well suited to someone looking to build a long-term career in finance within an international environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day Accounts Receivable activities, including posting cash receipts, customer reconciliations and chasing outstanding debt.</li><li>Handle customer queries and process manual credit card payments accurately and on time.</li><li>Release sales orders in line with agreed credit control procedures.</li><li>Support the Accounts Payable function to ensure purchase invoices are processed accurately and payment runs are completed on time.</li><li>Support expense processing, including company credit card reconciliations and monthly expense reporting.</li><li>Assist with bank reconciliations across multiple currencies.</li><li>Support reconciliation of intercompany and recharge accounts.</li><li>Assist with monthly reporting for European entities including month end and management accounts as the role progresses</li><li>Support the year-end audit and assist with ad hoc finance tasks as required.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Experience required:</strong></p><ul><li>A minimum of 12 months' experience in an Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable role.</li><li>Experience working in a transactional finance environment, with exposure to reconciliations and month-end activity.</li><li>Comfortable dealing with internal and external stakeholders regarding invoices, payments and queries.</li><li>Keen to learn and develop within a finance function.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Package:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary dependent on experience, plus bonus.</li><li>Study support.</li><li>25 days annual leave.</li><li>Flexible working hours and additional benefits.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TGF1cmVuLlByZXNzbWFuLjExNTI0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h3 data-end="241" data-start="205">Assistant Accountant (Temporary)</h3><p data-start="243" data-end="524"><strong data-end="256" data-start="243">Location:</strong> High Wycombe (office-based, 5 days per week)<br / data-start="301" data-end="304"> <strong data-start="304" data-end="315">Sector:</strong> Manufacturing<br data-start="329" data-end="332" /> <strong data-end="345" data-start="332">Contract:</strong> Ongoing temporary assignment while permanent hire is recruited<br / data-start="408" data-end="411"> <strong data-end="428" data-start="411">Availability:</strong> Immediate start required<br data-end="456" data-start="453" /> <strong data-start="456" data-end="465">Rate:</strong> £16 - £19 per hour + holiday pay (dependent on experience)</p><br><br>Overview<br><br><p data-end="874" data-start="540">A well-established manufacturing business is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support its finance function on an ongoing temporary basis while a permanent appointment is made. This is a hands-on transactional accounting role, ideal for someone immediately available and comfortable working in a fast-paced, office-based environment.</p><br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br><ul data-start="902" data-end="1573"><li data-end="1046" data-start="902"><p data-start="904" data-end="1046">Manage the full Accounts Payable process, including supplier invoices, intercompany transactions, payments and balance sheet reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="1085" data-start="1047"><p data-end="1085" data-start="1049">Verify and approve banking entries</p></li><li data-start="1086" data-end="1172"><p data-end="1172" data-start="1088">Prepare, post and reconcile month-end journals, including accruals and prepayments</p></li><li data-start="1173" data-end="1223"><p data-end="1223" data-start="1175">Manage employee expense approvals and payments</p></li><li data-end="1353" data-start="1224"><p data-end="1353" data-start="1226">Support the Accounts Receivable process, including weekly debtor updates, monthly reporting and balance sheet reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1354" data-end="1423"><p data-start="1356" data-end="1423">Liaise with internal sales and service teams to resolve aged debt</p></li><li data-start="1424" data-end="1477"><p data-start="1426" data-end="1477">Assist with monthly departmental expense analysis</p></li><li data-start="1478" data-end="1516"><p data-start="1480" data-end="1516">Support month-end close activities</p></li><li data-start="1517" data-end="1573"><p data-end="1573" data-start="1519">Assist with internal and external audit requirements</p></li></ul><br><br>Skills & Competencies<br><br><ul data-end="1987" data-start="1602"><li data-end="1660" data-start="1602"><p data-end="1660" data-start="1604">Strong ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks</p></li><li data-start="1661" data-end="1706"><p data-start="1663" data-end="1706">Calm and reliable under deadline pressure</p></li><li data-end="1748" data-start="1707"><p data-end="1748" data-start="1709">High attention to detail and accuracy</p></li><li data-start="1749" data-end="1795"><p data-end="1795" data-start="1751">Proactive, flexible and resilient approach</p></li><li data-end="1852" data-start="1796"><p data-end="1852" data-start="1798">Strong communication skills, both written and verbal</p></li><li data-end="1912" data-start="1853"><p data-end="1912" data-start="1855">Confident working with stakeholders at different levels</p></li><li data-end="1987" data-start="1913"><p data-start="1915" data-end="1987">Comfortable working within a structured, multi-functional organisation</p></li></ul><br><br>Experience & Qualifications<br><br><ul data-start="2022" data-end="2277"><li data-start="2022" data-end="2082"><p data-start="2024" data-end="2082">2-3 years' experience in a transactional accounting role</p></li><li data-start="2083" data-end="2121"><p data-start="2085" data-end="2121">Strong Excel and analytical skills</p></li><li data-start="2122" data-end="2154"><p data-end="2154" data-start="2124"><strong data-start="2124" data-end="2152">French speaking is ideal</strong></p></li><li data-end="2241" data-start="2155"><p data-end="2241" data-start="2157"><strong data-end="2239" data-start="2157">Previous experience supporting BENELUX and/or EMEA regions is highly desirable</strong></p></li><li data-end="2277" data-start="2242"><p data-start="2244" data-end="2277">Good verbal and written English</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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMzY5NTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="169" data-start="93"><strong data-start="93" data-end="143">Assistant Accountant - Real Estate Development</strong><br data-start="143" data-end="146" /> Central London | Hybrid</p><p data-end="338" data-start="171">An established real estate and property development business is seeking an <strong data-end="257" data-start="233">Assistant Accountant</strong> to support the Financial Controller across the full range of finance activities.</p><p data-start="340" data-end="451"><strong data-start="340" data-end="352">The role</strong><br /> You will play a hands-on role in day-to-day finance operations and statutory reporting, including:</p><ul data-start="452" data-end="801"><li data-start="452" data-end="527"><p data-start="454" data-end="527">Bookkeeping and transactional finance across multiple limited companies</p></li><li data-start="528" data-end="579"><p data-start="530" data-end="579">Preparation of single-entity statutory accounts</p></li><li data-end="632" data-start="580"><p data-end="632" data-start="582">Managing limited company accounting requirements</p></li><li data-end="711" data-start="633"><p data-end="711" data-start="635">Supporting year-end close and liaising with external auditors and advisors</p></li><li data-start="712" data-end="801"><p data-end="801" data-start="714">Assisting across wider finance and business activities as the group continues to grow</p></li></ul><p data-start="803" data-end="820"><strong data-end="820" data-start="803">The candidate</strong></p><ul data-start="821" data-end="1057"><li data-start="821" data-end="859"><p data-start="823" data-end="859">Part-qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</p></li><li data-end="945" data-start="860"><p data-start="862" data-end="945">Background in practice or industry training, ideally within professional services</p></li><li data-start="946" data-end="1001"><p data-end="1001" data-start="948">Inquisitive mindset with strong attention to detail</p></li><li data-end="1057" data-start="1002"><p data-start="1004" data-end="1057">Tenacious, proactive and eager to learn and develop</p></li></ul><p data-end="1078" data-start="1059"><strong data-end="1078" data-start="1059">What's on offer</strong></p><ul data-end="1259" data-start="1079"><li data-end="1126" data-start="1079"><p data-end="1126" data-start="1081">Hybrid working from a Central London office</p></li><li data-start="1127" data-end="1187"><p data-end="1187" data-start="1129">Strong support for professional development and learning</p></li><li data-end="1259" data-start="1188"><p data-end="1259" data-start="1190">Broad exposure within a dynamic real estate development environment</p></li></ul><p data-start="1261" data-is-only-node="" data-is-last-node="" data-end="1381">A great opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Accountant looking to build a well-rounded skill set and progress quickly.</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/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS4zNTUyOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is supporting a higher education client during an Oracle Fusion implementation and requires a Payroll SME to join them for the next 6 months.</p><p>This role will primarily focus on BAU payroll processing, enabling the current incumbent to concentrate fully on the Oracle Fusion implementation. You will operate in a complex, multi-payroll environment, supporting a large and diverse workforce including academic staff, professional services, researchers, hourly-paid staff, and contractors.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead end-to-end BAU payroll processing across a complex higher education environment</li><li>Ensure accurate and compliant payroll delivery, including statutory deductions, pensions, benefits, and reporting</li><li>Manage complex payroll scenarios including multiple contracts, variable pay, term-time working, hourly-paid staff, overtime, and allowances</li><li>Work closely with HR, Finance, and Systems teams to resolve payroll queries, reconciliations, and data issues</li><li>Support parallel running, data validation, and testing activities where required during the Oracle Fusion implementation</li><li>Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, employment legislation, and university-specific policies</li><li>Provide expert-level support for process improvement, controls, and documentation</li></ul><p><strong>Required Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>10+ years' experience as a Payroll SME within large, complex organisations</li><li>Strong Oracle payroll experience (Fusion highly desirable)</li><li>Recent experience within higher education or similarly complex public-sector environments</li><li>Proven background managing high-volume, multi-contract payrolls</li><li>Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, pensions, statutory payments, and compliance</li><li>Confident stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across HR, Finance, IT, and third-party suppliers</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/VGFobWluYS5NYW1ldG92YS4zOTU2MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Technician - Insurance Broking</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> City of London (Hybrid - 2 days in office)<br /> <strong>Sector:</strong> Specialty Insurance / Financial Services<br /> <strong>Type:</strong> Permanent</p><p>Are you an experienced Accounts Technician with a passion for accuracy, problem‑solving, and keeping cashflow running like clockwork? Join a leading international specialist insurance broker who is renowned for excellence, long-term client relationships, and a collaborative team culture - all while staying completely behind the scenes (we're keeping them confidential for now!).</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a high‑performing cash management team where you'll work closely with brokers, underwriters, and internal stakeholders across the business.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As an <strong>Insurance Broking Accounts Technician</strong>, you'll play a key role in the smooth running of the brokerage's financial operations. You'll be responsible for daily cash reconciliations, managing premium movements, ensuring timely payments, and supporting internal teams with accurate, real-time financial information.</p><p>This is a varied and hands-on role where attention to detail is essential, deadlines matter, and no two days look the same.</p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p>You will thrive here if you enjoy responsibility, are comfortable in a fast‑paced environment, and take pride in getting things right the first time.</p><p><strong>Essential experience:</strong></p><ul><li>2+ years in a similar Accounts Technician / IBA / cash management role within insurance broking</li><li>Intermediate to advanced Excel skills</li><li>Strong understanding of cash management compliance</li><li>Knowledge of FCA requirements</li><li>Familiarity with DXC / Xchanging processes (delinked & LPC)</li></ul><p><strong>What's On Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid working (minimum 2 days in a modern City of London office)</li><li>Collaborative team culture with supportive leadership</li><li>Opportunity to join a respected, internationally active specialist brokerage</li><li>A role with real ownership, where your work makes an impact every day</li></ul><p>If you're an experienced IBA or cash management professional looking to step into a role with autonomy, visibility, and long-term career prospects, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/V2lsbGlhbS5Ccmlja2hpbGwuNzAxNDguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Assistant - Farnham - Ongoing contract - office based- £15 - £16 per hour </strong></p><p>I am currently recruiting for a Accounts Assistant for my client based in Farnham.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in preparing purchase orders (POs) and requisitions.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.</li><li>Match purchase orders with invoices and delivery notes.</li><li>Contact suppliers to obtain price quotations and delivery schedules.</li><li>Follow up on outstanding orders and ensure timely delivery.</li><li>Assist in inventory checks and report stock levels as needed.</li><li>File and organize procurement documents for easy retrieval.</li><li>Help maintain supplier databases and contact lists.</li><li>Support the senior purchasing staff in other administrative tasks.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Experience:</strong> 1-2 years of relevant experience</li><li><strong>Computer Skills:</strong> Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word)</li><li><strong>System Knowledge:</strong> Ideally proficient in Xero.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS41OTAwMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1>Part time Bookkeeper</h1><h2>Job Title</h2><p>Bookker (Part-Time)</p><h2>Purpose of the Role</h2><p>To take responsibility for the day-to-day financial administration, including invoicing, income collection, payroll processing, bookkeeping, and financial reporting.</p><h2>Hours</h2><p>Part-time: Approximately 12 hours per week (3 half days). Working pattern may vary across the month due to invoicing cycles, payroll timing, and reporting deadlines.</p><h2>Systems</h2><p>All finance and payroll systems are currently run on Sage.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Invoicing and Income Collection</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Prepare and issue regular invoices to members (approximately 50 members, not all attending daily).</p></li><li><p>Manage more complex invoicing and claims relating to the Local Authority.</p></li><li><p>Monitor incoming payments and maintain accurate debtor records.</p></li><li><p>Chase outstanding payments in a timely and professional manner.</p></li><li><p>Reconcile invoiced income to receipts.</p></li></ul><h3>Payroll Administration</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Process payroll for approximately 10 employees using Sage payroll.</p></li><li><p>Ensure correct application of minimum wage requirements.</p></li><li><p>Administer statutory sick pay (SSP) where applicable.</p></li><li><p>Maintain payroll records including absences and sick leave.</p></li><li><p>Liaise with payroll advisers or HMRC as required.</p></li></ul><h3>Bookkeeping and Financial Control</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Maintain accurate bookkeeping records using Sage.</p></li><li><p>Post income and expenditure transactions.</p></li><li><p>Reconcile bank accounts and other control accounts regularly.</p></li><li><p>Support month-end processes.</p></li><li><p>Maintain organised financial records and audit trails.</p></li></ul><h3>Financial Reporting and Trustee Support</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Prepare monthly financial summaries and statistics for trustee meetings.</p></li><li><p>Provide reports on income, expenditure, cash position, and variances.</p></li><li>Assist with any quiries. </li></ul><h3>Administrative Support (Finance-Related)</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Support finance-related calendar activities (monthly invoicing cycles, payroll dates, reporting deadlines).</p></li><li><p>Help improve and document finance and admin processes where needed.</p></li><li><p>Provide cover for essential finance tasks during absences.</p></li></ul><h2>Person Specification</h2><h3>Essential Skills and Experience</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Experience in bookkeeping and financial administration.</p></li><li><p>Experience using Sage (accounts and/or payroll).</p></li><li><p>Experience with invoicing and credit control.</p></li><li><p>Experience running or supporting payroll.</p></li><li><p>Good working knowledge of basic employment pay rules including SSP.</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</p></li><li><p>Ability to manage recurring monthly processes and deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Comfortable working in a small organisation with varied duties.</p></li></ul><h3>Desirable</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Experience working in a charity or small organisation.</p></li><li><p>Experience dealing with Local Authorities. </p></li><li><p>Experience preparing reports for trustees or management.</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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuNzQxNTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant on behalf of a Manufacturing business with offices in Luton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Assistant Accountant you will report to the Finance Manager and take responsibility for core transactional duties for the business including Payroll. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Preparing the monthly payroll file for the external payroll bureau to process the payroll</li><li>Preparing the month end payroll journal and reconciliations</li><li>Reconciliation of commission/bonus payments through Payroll for Sales staff</li><li>Preparation of P11D statements</li><li>Management of staff credit card and cash expenses from start to finish</li><li>Assisting the Finance Manager with month-end preparation and reporting of the accounts</li><li>Assisting with financial accounting duties including non-payroll journals, accruals, and prepayment schedule preparation and posting to ERP system</li><li>Assisting Finance Manager with quarterly VAT computation</li><li>Assisting with year-end audit preparation</li><li>Assisting the Finance Manager with any ad hoc duties and projects</li><li>Support the purchase ledger function</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be AAT Qualified or starting to study ACCA/CIMA looking for a new development opportunity within a changing and successful organisation. Experience of Payroll alongside transactional duties is critical - as is the ability to work in a detailed fashion across Excel.</p><p>Company</p><p>The Business is a leader in its field and working through change externally in their market and internally through a restructuring of finance. Role of Assistant Accountant is critical in this ongoing change and development.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Assistant Accountant in Luton is paying £28-35K + Benefits and is working on a 5 days week basis in the office with flexibility after probation </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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTk1NDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="137" data-start="0"><strong data-start="0" data-end="53">Accounts Payable / Accounts Assistant (Temporary)</strong><br data-start="53" data-end="56" /> <strong data-start="56" data-end="69">Location:</strong> Chessington<br data-end="84" / data-start="81"> <strong data-end="97" data-start="84">Duration:</strong> 4-6 Weeks<br / data-end="110" data-start="107"> <strong data-end="125" data-start="110">Start Date:</strong> Immediate</p><p data-start="139" data-end="435">We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable / Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team on a 4-6 week temporary basis. This role will provide essential support during a key project go-live, ensuring that day-to-day transactional finance processes continue to run smoothly and efficiently.</p><p data-start="437" data-end="464"><strong data-end="462" data-start="437">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-end="769" data-start="465"><li data-end="531" data-start="465"><p data-start="467" data-end="531">Processing supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner</p></li><li data-start="532" data-end="596"><p data-end="596" data-start="534">Posting bank transactions and assisting with reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="661" data-start="597"><p data-end="661" data-start="599">Posting overheads and maintaining accurate financial records</p></li><li data-start="662" data-end="715"><p data-start="664" data-end="715">Managing approximately 250 transactions per month</p></li><li data-end="769" data-start="716"><p data-end="769" data-start="718">Supporting the wider finance function as required</p></li></ul><p data-end="800" data-start="771"><strong data-end="798" data-start="771">Essential Requirements:</strong></p><ul data-end="1139" data-start="801"><li data-start="801" data-end="878"><p data-start="803" data-end="878">Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Accounts Assistant role</p></li><li data-start="879" data-end="947"><p data-end="947" data-start="881"><strong data-start="881" data-end="945">Proven hands-on experience with SAP Business One (essential)</strong></p></li><li data-start="948" data-end="977"><p data-end="977" data-start="950">Intermediate Excel skills</p></li><li data-end="1035" data-start="978"><p data-start="980" data-end="1035">Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy</p></li><li data-end="1101" data-start="1036"><p data-end="1101" data-start="1038">Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively</p></li><li data-end="1139" data-start="1102"><p data-start="1104" data-end="1139">Professional communication skills</p></li></ul><p><strong>Key Points:</strong></p><ul><li>Need to have experience with SAP business One</li><li>Comfortable getting to Chessington </li><li>4-6 weeks </li><li>Immediately available candidates </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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuODQxNDAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
