<h2>Accounts Payable Specialist (Temporary)</h2><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> Oxford (onsite parking)</li><li><strong>Working arrangement:</strong> Hybrid </li><li><strong>Contract:</strong> 6 month FTC </li><li>£30,000 - £35,000</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half Ltd are working with a business based in Oxford that are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join a busy finance team on a temporary basis.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You'll support the full accounts payable cycle, including processing and coding supplier invoices, payment runs, reconciliations, resolving invoice queries and supporting month-end close. You'll also work closely with colleagues across the business to resolve issues and support ongoing system and process improvements.</p><h3>About you</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience in a similar Accounts Payable role</li><li>Experience using SAP and strong Excel skills</li><li>Good understanding of AP processes and financial controls</li><li>Highly organised, accurate and analytical</li><li>Confident communicating with suppliers and internal teams</li><li>Able to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines</li><li>Flexible and adaptable, with a proactive approach to problem-solving</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a great opportunity for an experienced AP professional to join an established, fast-paced finance environment and make an immediate contribution.</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuNDUwNjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking an Accounts Assistant for a successful Cardiff base client. </p><p><strong>Accounts Assistant</strong></p><p><strong>Cardiff</strong></p><p><strong>Salary: up to £33,000 + benefits | Hybrid working</strong></p><p><strong>Ready for your next adventure?</strong></p><p>We're looking for a <strong>hands-on Accounts Assistant</strong> to join the finance team at in Cardiff</p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys getting stuck into the detail, keeping things running smoothly and working as part of a busy, friendly team. Once you're up to speed, you'll have the flexibility to work <strong>2 days from home</strong>.</p><p><strong>What you'll be doing</strong></p><p>You'll play a key role in keeping our accounts processes accurate and on track, including:</p><ul><li>Processing supplier invoices and uploading them to VMS</li><li>Maintaining <strong>Sage Line 50</strong> records</li><li>Completing three-way matching of <strong>POs, GRNs and invoices</strong></li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries</li><li>Preparing payment runs and maintaining supplier accounts</li><li>Processing payroll journals</li><li>Maintaining the fixed asset register, including additions and disposals</li><li>Posting depreciation journals</li><li>Reconciling bank accounts</li><li>Supporting the month-end close</li><li>Assisting with audit requests</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Salary up to £33,000</strong></li><li><strong>25 days' holiday + bank holidays</strong></li><li><strong>Hybrid working - 2 days from home once up to speed</strong></li><li><strong>3% pension</strong></li><li>A varied role within a growing travel business</li><li>A supportive team where your contribution really matters</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjQyMjc5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Executive - Permanent - Leyton - Hybrid - Up to £38k + study support</strong></p><p>Are you an ambitious Accounts Payable professional looking for your next step in a growing business where you can make a real impact?</p><p>We're working with a well-established, entrepreneurial business in the food and FMCG sector to recruit an Accounts Payable Executive to join its expanding finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to build on your existing accounts payable experience, broaden your financial knowledge and develop your career within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. With a strong reputation for quality and a close-knit team culture, this business offers the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across finance and the wider organisation, taking ownership of your responsibilities while learning from an experienced team.</p><p><strong>Key Details:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Job Title</strong>: Accounts Payable Executive</li><li><strong>Salary</strong>: £35k - £38k + study support</li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Leyton</li><li><strong>Working Pattern</strong>: Full-time, 4 days onsite, 1 day remote</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Accounts Payable:</strong> Process and reconcile purchase invoices, maintain accurate bookkeeping records and ensure suppliers are paid on time.</li><li><strong>Supplier Account Management:</strong> Investigate aged balances, resolve invoice queries and build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.</li><li><strong>Reconciliations:</strong> Complete regular bank reconciliations, validate purchase orders and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.</li><li><strong>Reporting & Month-End:</strong> Support aged creditor reporting, customer deductions, cost centre tracking and month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li><strong>Financial Administration:</strong> Maintain accurate accounting records, support document management and provide cover for colleagues when needed.</li><li><strong>Audit & Compliance:</strong> Assist with internal and external audits, carry out pricing and stock checks, and support ERP and plastic tax reporting requirements.</li><li><strong>Team Collaboration:</strong> Work closely with colleagues across finance and the wider business, supporting ad hoc projects and helping the team meet its priorities.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>At least 2 years' experience in Accounts Payable or a similar purchase ledger role.</li><li>A degree in Finance or Accounting, or equivalent professional studies (AAT, ACA or CIMA).</li><li>Experience using accounting software, ideally SAP, Intact or a similar ERP system.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with Microsoft Office 365. Power BI experience would be an advantage.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management skills.</li><li>A proactive approach, with the ability to manage your workload independently and work collaboratively within a team.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with suppliers, customers and colleagues across the business.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuNDIzMzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager</strong><br /> <strong>Leeds City Centre | Hybrid Working</strong><br /> <strong>£65,000 - £70,000 + generous benefits package</strong></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be supporting a global business in the search for a Finance Manager to join its UK division based in Leeds city centre, with hybrid working available.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of both financial and management accounting activities for the UK business, while supervising a small team. The role offers strong visibility across the organisation, a broad remit, and genuine career progression opportunities within a larger international group.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise, coach and develop a small finance team</li><li>Oversee the delivery of accurate and timely financial accounting for the UK division</li><li>Lead the month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed accurately and on time</li><li>Manage statutory accounting and support audit requirements</li><li>Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with internal policies</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements</li><li>Oversee VAT returns and other regulatory reporting requirements</li><li>Support cash flow management and working capital reporting</li><li>Partner with wider business stakeholders to provide financial insight and support decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Accounting Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Month-end and year-end close</li><li>Preparation of statutory accounts</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Fixed asset accounting</li><li>Accruals and prepayments</li><li>Journals and ledger reviews</li><li>Audit support</li><li>VAT and tax compliance support</li><li>Maintenance of financial controls</li><li>Financial reporting in line with group requirements</li></ul><p><strong>Management Accounting Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Variance analysis</li><li>Profit and loss reporting</li><li>Cost analysis and margin reporting</li><li>Cash flow forecasting</li><li>KPI reporting</li><li>Business partnering with operational stakeholders</li><li>Performance analysis and commentary</li><li>Supporting strategic planning and decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant preferred (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li>Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role</li><li>Strong financial and management accounting experience</li><li>Experience supervising or mentoring staff</li><li>Strong systems skills and a proactive approach</li><li>Able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global business environment</li></ul><p><strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of <strong>£65,000 - £70,000</strong></li><li>Generous benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Leeds city centre location</li><li>Excellent career progression opportunities within a global organisation</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci4yODM4Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager - Leeds </strong></p><p><strong>£55,000 - £60,000 - Plus bonus, hybrid working and flexibility </strong></p><p>Robert Half Accountancy and Finance are recruiting for a Finance Manager to join a highly successful and ambitious PE backed business based in Leeds. </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into senior leadership, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and insightful financial information, leading a small finance team and ensuring robust financial controls are in place.</p><p>Key responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts and board reporting</li><li>Leading budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning processes</li><li>Managing, mentoring and developing a small finance team</li><li>Reviewing and improving existing finance processes and controls</li><li>Providing commercial analysis and financial insight to support decision making</li><li>Overseeing balance sheet reconciliations and month end close activities</li><li>Driving continuous improvement across systems, reporting and financial processes</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous Finance Manager experience</li><li>Proven people management experience is essential</li><li>Strong management accounting and financial reporting background</li><li>Commercially aware with excellent stakeholder management skills</li><li>Hands on, proactive and solutions focused approach</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>£55,000-£60,000 basic salary</li><li>Bonus and a range of additional benefit </li><li>Hybrid working/ flexible working hours</li><li>Genuine opportunity to influence and improve the finance function</li><li>Supportive and collaborative leadership team</li><li>Career development opportunities within a growing business</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an established Finance Manager seeking a broad role with real visibility, leadership responsibility and the chance to make a lasting impact on the 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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5Ljg0ODA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h1>Accounts Payable & Expenses Administrator</h1><p>Location: Datchet, near Slough</p><p>Contract: Interim - 3 months initially</p><p>Working pattern: 5 days per week, office-based</p><p>Pay rate: £15-£18 per hour + holiday pay, depending on experience</p><p>Start date: Immediate start required</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable & Expenses Administrator to join a busy finance team based in Datchet on an initial 3-month interim contract.</p><p>The role will initially focus on supporting the expenses function, helping to clear a backlog and ensure expenses are processed accurately and efficiently. Once this has been brought under control, the successful candidate will move across to support the wider Accounts Payable team.</p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone who is immediately available, enjoys working in a fast-paced finance environment and is happy to get stuck into a varied, hands-on role. You need to have Good Excel skills and knowledge</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p>Process and review employee expenses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Support the team in clearing an existing backlog of expense claims.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Investigate discrepancies and resolve expense-related queries.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Ensure expenses are correctly coded and supported by the relevant documentation.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Provide general administrative support to the finance team as required.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Support the Accounts Payable function, including processing supplier invoices and maintaining accurate records.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Assist with invoice queries, reconciliations and other AP-related duties.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure finance processes run smoothly and deadlines are met.</p><br><br></li></ul><h2>The Ideal Candidate</h2><ul><li><p>Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Expenses or Finance Administration role.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Confident processing expenses and handling high volumes of financial transactions.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work through a backlog.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Comfortable working in a busy team environment and adapting to changing priorities.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Good Excel and general IT skills.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Immediately available and able to commit to an initial 3-month contract.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Able to commute to Datchet and work in the office five days per week.</p><br><br></li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li><p>An initial 3-month interim assignment.</p><br><br></li><li><p>£15-£18 per hour, plus holiday pay, depending on experience.</p><br><br></li><li><p>An immediate start.</p><br><br></li><li><p>The opportunity to gain experience across both expenses and Accounts Payable within a busy finance team.</p><br><br></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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMDg3MTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Commercial Project Finance Business Partner for an expanding services organisation in Cardiff</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Commercial Project Finance Business Partner</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cardiff</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £45,000 to 60,000</p><p><strong>Reporting to:</strong> Finance Manager</p><p><strong>Sector:</strong> IT Services</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are looking for a commercially minded <strong>Project Finance Business Partner</strong> to join our finance team within a growing services business.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a <strong>part-qualified or newly qualified accountant</strong> looking to develop their commercial finance and business partnering experience in a project-led environment.</p><p>Working closely with project managers, account managers, operational teams and senior stakeholders, you will provide financial insight and support to help ensure projects are delivered profitably, revenue and costs are accurately forecast, and commercial opportunities and risks are clearly understood.</p><p>Alongside your project finance responsibilities, you will play an important role in supporting the <strong>monthly management accounts process</strong>, gaining broad exposure to financial reporting and the wider finance function.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Project Finance & Commercial Business Partnering</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the finance business partner to project and operational teams, providing financial insight and support throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Work closely with Project Managers and Account Managers to understand project performance, budgets, forecasts and commercial drivers.</li><li>Monitor project revenue, costs, margins, utilisation and profitability against budget and forecast.</li><li>Support the preparation and review of project budgets and financial forecasts.</li><li>Identify and communicate financial risks, opportunities and variances, helping operational teams understand their financial impact.</li><li>Provide regular financial analysis and commentary on project performance.</li><li>Support project managers with financial decision-making, including resource planning, subcontractor costs, project expenditure and margin management.</li><li>Review project financial performance and challenge assumptions where appropriate.</li><li>Assist with project set-up, ensuring appropriate financial controls, budgets and reporting structures are in place.</li><li>Support the identification and management of unbilled revenue, accrued costs, work in progress and other project-related accounting items.</li><li>Assist with revenue recognition and ensuring project accounting is consistent with company policies and accounting standards.</li><li>Support commercial reviews, including analysis of project profitability, contract performance and potential change requests.</li><li>Develop strong relationships with non-finance stakeholders and help improve financial awareness across the business.</li></ul><p><strong>Monthly Management Accounts</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with the preparation of the monthly management accounts.</li><li>Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments and project-related adjustments.</li><li>Support balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with revenue and cost analysis and ensure transactions are recorded accurately in the appropriate accounting periods.</li><li>Prepare monthly variance analysis against budget and forecast.</li><li>Produce supporting schedules and management information for month-end reporting.</li><li>Provide clear commentary on key movements and financial performance.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of monthly reporting packs for senior management.</li><li>Contribute to improving the accuracy, efficiency and timeliness of the month-end process.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Analysis & Continuous Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Produce ad hoc financial analysis to support commercial and operational decision-making.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models, reports and dashboards.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting.</li><li>Help develop more consistent project reporting and forecasting processes across the business.</li><li>Support finance and wider business projects as required.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone who is <strong>commercially curious, analytical and keen to develop their career in a business partnering environment</strong>.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Part-qualified or newly qualified accounting status, such as <strong>ACA, ACCA or CIMA</strong>.</li><li>Experience within a commercial finance, management accounting, project accounting or finance business partnering environment.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets.</li><li>Good understanding of management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjM0MDY1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h2>Finance Systems & Transformation Analyst</h2><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>We're looking for a Finance Systems & Transformation Analyst to join an established financial services organisation that is continuing to develop and improve its finance function.</p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working at the point where finance and technology meet. You'll bring an understanding of how a finance function operates, alongside an interest in how systems, processes and technology can be used to improve the way a business works.</p><p>You'll have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of improvement initiatives, work with stakeholders across the organisation and help shape more efficient, reliable ways of working.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll play an important part in helping the finance function get more from its systems and processes. This will involve a mixture of project work, problem-solving and ongoing improvements, including:</p><ul><li><p>Exploring how existing finance processes operate and identifying areas where things could be done more effectively.</p></li><li><p>Investigating system-related issues and working with colleagues to develop practical solutions.</p></li><li><p>Getting involved in finance projects, from understanding business needs and assessing proposed changes through to testing and implementation.</p></li><li><p>Looking at how financial information is shared across different applications, helping to identify inconsistencies and improve data quality.</p></li><li><p>Partnering with Finance, IT and other business teams to understand challenges and translate them into workable improvements.</p></li><li><p>Finding ways to simplify manual activities, reduce duplication and make better use of technology and automation.</p></li><li><p>Helping ensure new developments are introduced effectively, with appropriate checks and processes in place.</p></li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're open to backgrounds here. You could already be working in a Finance Systems or Systems Accountant position, or you may be a Financial Accountant or Management Accountant who has developed a strong interest in systems and transformation.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>A good grounding in financial accounting and an understanding of how finance teams operate.</p></li><li><p>Experience of being involved in finance systems improvements, projects, upgrades or implementations.</p></li><li><p>An appreciation of how financial data is managed and transferred between different systems.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to testing, process changes, automation or systems-related problem-solving.</p></li><li><p>The confidence to work with a range of stakeholders, including both finance and technical teams.</p></li><li><p>A naturally inquisitive approach, with the ability to question existing processes and identify opportunities to improve them.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Why Apply?</strong></p><p>This is an opportunity to broaden your experience beyond traditional finance responsibilities and become involved in the development of the systems and processes that underpin a finance function.</p><p>You'll have the chance to work across different areas of the business, contribute to meaningful improvement projects and make a visible difference to how finance operates.</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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC4wMDQ3Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently supporting a longstanding client who need an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join them for a period of 12 months on a fixed term contract basis.</p><p> <strong>Role: </strong>Accounts Payable Manager </p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>12 months </p><p><strong>Start date: </strong>ASAP/Can wait for notice </p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Central Bristol </p><p><strong>Money:</strong> £45,000 - £50,000 (DOE)</p><p><strong>Working hours & Hybrid</strong>: 37.5 hours weekly with flexible working hours and hybrid of 2-3 days per week in the office </p><p lang="en-US"> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul type="disc"><li>Oversee the day-to-day running of AP function</li><li>Line manage and support a small team, taking a hands-on approach and providing guidance and assistance where needed</li><li>Oversee accounts payable processes across the business, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, supplier payments and account reconciliations</li><li>Manage the accounts payable month-end close and prepare weekly creditor analysis reports</li><li>Monitor team performance, KPIs and service levels, ensuring compliance with financial controls, policies and procedures</li><li>Support petty cash analysis and the management of expenses</li><li>Liaise with wider business teams to support financial operations and reporting.</li><li>Build strong working relationships with Directors, Senior Executives and other key stakeholders.</li><li>Support finance activities across multiple entities and international operations, working with relevant business partners as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li>Previous experience managing an accounts payable team</li><li>Proven line management experience, with a supportive and collaborative leadership style</li><li>Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, financial controls and month-end procedures</li><li>A hands-on approach, with a willingness to get involved in day-to-day activities when needed</li><li>Ability to think on your feet, use initiative and respond effectively to changing priorities</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including confidence dealing with Directors and Senior Executives</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li>Construction, property or professional services sector</li><li>Supporting international finance operations</li><li>Experience using Workday or similar ERP systems</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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5Ljk2ODU4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h2><strong>Temporary Finance Officer Role </strong><br />Wantage | Initially 2 - 3 months<br />£20 per hour | Temporary</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half Ltd are pleased to be working with an organisation based in Wantage that are looking for a someone to provide financial support across multiple sites on a temporary basis. </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><p>🔹 Budget preparation, forecasting and monthly budget monitoring<br /> 🔹 Revenue and capital reporting and variance analysis<br /> 🔹 Monthly payroll monitoring and reconciliation<br /> 🔹 Purchase ledger, purchase orders and banking<br /> 🔹 Month-end journals including accruals, prepayments and deferred income<br /> 🔹 Supporting procurement and ensuring value for money<br /> 🔹 Providing financial support to Headteachers and senior finance stakeholders<br /> 🔹 Ensuring compliance with relevant finance, VAT and reporting requirements</p><p> </p><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><p>🔹 Experience in month end reporting, handling transactional finance <br /> 🔹 Excellent attention to detail and organisation<br /> 🔹 Confident communicating with non-finance stakeholders</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMTI3NTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller | Global Advertising Group | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £85,000-£100,000 | 1-Year Fixed-Term Contract</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a major global marketing group to recruit a Financial Controller for their UK finance function, based in Central London.</p><p>This is a <strong>1-year fixed-term contract</strong>, so we are ideally looking for someone who is happy with a 12-month contract and comfortable committing to the full duration of the role.</p><p>With operations across multiple international markets and a portfolio of well-known advertising, media, and communications agencies, this organisation offers the scale, complexity, and reporting requirements of a truly global business.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong finance professional with a strong financial accounting or Financial Controller background to step into a key role within a large, complex, multi-entity group environment. The position offers significant exposure to group reporting, consolidations, IFRS, financial controls and senior stakeholder management.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Position</strong></p><p>In this role you will:</p><ul><li>Take ownership of financial reporting across multiple UK entities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to UK management and international stakeholders.</li><li>Lead the monthly management reporting and reforecasting process, including detailed variance analysis and ensuring submissions are delivered within stringent group deadlines.</li><li>Oversee multiple P&Ls and balance sheet areas, ensuring strong financial control and accuracy across the entities.</li><li>Review balance sheet reconciliations, analyse movements and ensure any issues are identified and resolved promptly.</li><li>Oversee WIP, house costs, accruals, journals and other key areas of financial accounting, ensuring your team are managing these effectively.</li><li>Manage cash forecasting, FX reporting and cost management across the business.</li><li>Lead and manage a team of Finance Managers, providing guidance, oversight and support across their respective P&Ls. The role will be focused on managing and reviewing the team rather than being a hands-on preparer.</li><li>Manage relationships with the UK and overseas Shared Service Centre team, providing clear direction and ensuring agreed deliverables, journals and reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time.</li><li>Oversee the statutory and group audit processes, working closely with external auditors, the Shared Service Centre and wider agency teams to ensure all requirements are delivered within strict deadlines.</li><li>Review financial statements and support the delivery of statutory and group reporting requirements across the UK entities.</li><li>Oversee tax and regulatory submissions, including VAT, corporation tax-related reporting, PSA, ONS submissions and other HMRC and UK Government requirements.</li><li>Review and approve relevant submissions prepared by the Shared Service Centre, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant.</li><li>Previous Financial Controller, Financial Accounting, Group Accounting or similar experience within a large, complex organisation.</li><li>Strong financial accounting background with excellent technical accounting knowledge and a strong understanding of IFRS.</li><li>Experience working across multiple entities, ideally within a group environment with exposure to consolidations and group reporting.</li><li>Experience working within a large organisation where there are stringent reporting deadlines, complex structures and multiple stakeholders.</li><li>Previous team management experience.</li><li>We are open to candidates who have trained in practice and subsequently moved into industry, as well as those who have trained directly within industry. </li><li>Advertising experience would be advantageous but is not essential.</li><li>US GAAP and SOX experience would be advantageous but is not essential.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Here's what's waiting for you</strong></p><ul><li>£85,000-£100,000 salary plus benefits.</li><li>Hybrid working-3 days per week in the office.</li><li>The opportunity to join a major global advertising group.</li><li>Significant exposure to complex, multi-entity financial reporting and group processes.</li><li>Responsibility for a large, established finance team.</li><li>Exposure to senior stakeholders across both the UK and international finance functions.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who wants to step into a genuinely complex Financial Controller position within a large international organisation. You'll be working across multiple entities, dealing with demanding reporting deadlines, group reporting, consolidations, IFRS, financial controls and a wide range of senior stakeholders.</p><p>The business is particularly interested in candidates who understand the complexity that comes with working for a large organisation. This is not a straightforward single-entity Financial Controller position; you will be operating within a sizeable international group with multiple entities, significant reporting requirements, shared service centres and tight monthly and quarterly deadlines.</p><p>Advertising or agency experience would be a major advantage, but the priority is someone who has already worked within a large, complex organisation and is comfortable operating in a highly controlled and deadline-driven environment.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMTM2MjQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h1>Finance Manager</h1><p><strong>Leeds , £60,000 - £65,000 bonus & Benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are delighted to be supporting a large, fast-growing business in Leeds in the recruitment of a Finance Manager.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional with strong consolidation and financial reporting experience to join a growing organisation during an exciting period of expansion.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>You will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely group reporting, managing the consolidation process across multiple entities, and supporting key business decisions through high-quality financial information.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead monthly group consolidations and reporting</li><li>Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports</li><li>Support statutory accounts and year-end audits</li><li>Ensure robust financial controls and compliance</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders across the business</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management</li><li>Drive process improvements and reporting efficiencies</li><li>Manage and develop junior finance team members</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified</li><li>Strong experience in financial reporting and consolidations</li><li>Big business experience highly desirable </li><li>Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder management skills</li><li>Advanced Excel user </li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 salary</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Excellent benefits package</li><li>Clear progression opportunities</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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5Ljc3MzQ4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently supporting a longstanding client who need an Accounts Payable Clerk to join them for a period of 6 months on a fixed term contract basis. This opportunity is based in central Bristol with hybrid working + Flexible working hours.</p><p lang="en-US" style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Role: Accounts Payable Clerk</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Duration: 6 months </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Start date: ASAP/Can wait for notice </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Location: Central Bristol </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Money: £28,000 - £32,000 (DOE)</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;">Working hours & Hybrid: 37.5 hours weekly with flexible working hours and hybrid of 2-3 days per week in the office </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 8.25pt; color: black;"><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li> Support the day-to-day accounts payable function, following established procedures and best practice</li><li>Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring correct ledger coding and VAT treatment</li><li>Maintain supplier accounts and records, including processing new supplier approvals and reviewing existing suppliers</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice and payment queries promptly and professionally</li><li>Assist with supplier payment runs and cash flow forecasting</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Skills/experience needed:</strong></p><ul class="x12ofw9d"><li>Previous experience in an accounts payable role</li><li>Experience using finance systems and accounting software</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel </li><li>Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and sound judgement</li><li>Effective written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team</li><li>Flexible and adaptable, with a proactive approach to problem-solving</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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjcwNjI1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a small, ambitious and friendly business based in Oxford. They are looking for an Accounts Assistant to take ownership of an important part of the financial operation.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with finance experience who enjoys variety, likes working with people as well as numbers, and wants to play a genuinely meaningful role within a growing, close-knit business.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into the finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring customer accounts are accurately maintained and payments are received and allocated promptly. You'll be working with customers from around the world across multiple currencies, and the role goes well beyond routine accounts receivable. You'll also liaise with sales and marketing colleagues, resolve customer queries, produce reports, and get involved in wider business projects.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Allocating customer payments accurately against invoices and reconciling bank accounts</li><li>Preparing and importing bank statements into Xero</li><li>Proactively chasing outstanding debts by phone and email, maintaining accurate records of collection activity</li><li>Managing the accounts receivable inbox and resolving customer queries promptly and professionally</li><li>Producing and reviewing the monthly Aged Debtors Report</li><li>Maintaining and updating debt-tracking spreadsheets and reports</li><li>Supporting the wider finance function with ad hoc projects and administration</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in an accounts receivable, credit control or accounts assistant role</li><li>Confident working with multiple currencies and reconciling accounts</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the confidence to proactively chase payments</li><li>Organised, accurate and comfortable managing a varied workload</li><li>Experience with Xero (or similar accounting software) is desirable but not essential</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of up to £32,000, depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home</li><li>Discretionary annual bonus</li><li>25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, rising with service (up to 30 days)</li><li>Early finish on Fridays</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Quarterly team socials and Christmas party</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>The chance to join a small, fun team with genuine international reach</li></ul><p><strong>Apply Now</strong></p><p>If you're looking for a varied finance role within a supportive, sociable team where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Robert Half's Oxford office for a confidential conversation.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS40Njc4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><h2>Accounts Assistant</h2><p><strong>Location:</strong> Abergavenny<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £28,000 per annum<br /> <strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Full-time, hybrid<br /> <strong>Sector:</strong> Financial Services</p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a growing financial services organisation based in Abergavenny to recruit an Accounts Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to join a stable and supportive business where they can further develop their accounting skills within a busy finance team.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p>Reporting into the Finance Manager, the Accounts Assistant will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with month-end activities.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Processing purchase and sales ledger invoices</li><li>Managing supplier payments and reconciliations</li><li>Bank reconciliations and cash posting</li><li>Assisting with credit control activities where required</li><li>Processing employee expenses</li><li>Supporting month-end reporting and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation</li><li>Assisting with ad hoc finance and administrative duties</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>The ideal candidate will have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable or similar finance role</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively</li><li>A proactive attitude and willingness to learn</li><li>AAT studies or qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer?</h3><ul><li>Salary of £28,000 per annum</li><li>Opportunity to join a well-established financial services business</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li><li>Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities</li><li>Long-term development opportunities</li></ul><p>Interested candidates are encouraged to apply or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion regarding the opportunity.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/THVuYS5QZXNjZS4xNTUwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This well-established food & beverage business, based in Heathrow London, is looking to appoint a Finance Business Partner as part of its continued growth.</p><p>The company offers an attractive and rewarding compensation and benefits package, alongside strong opportunities for career development and progression.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>OPEX Controlling:</strong> Own central OPEX budgeting, forecasting, actuals and variance analysis, providing clear visibility of costs, risks, savings and performance against targets.</li><li><strong>CAPEX Management:</strong> Control the central CAPEX portfolio, reviewing business cases, monitoring approved/committed spend and ensuring investments remain within budget.</li><li><strong>Contract & Supplier Controlling:</strong> Oversee major contracts and financial commitments, monitoring contract values, renewals, pricing, indexation, supplier spend and potential financial exposure.</li><li><strong>Forecasting & Planning:</strong> Lead OPEX/CAPEX forecasting and contribute to annual budgets and long-term planning, providing forward-looking views of expenditure, cash requirements, risks and opportunities.</li><li><strong>Business Partnering:</strong> Partner closely with Finance, Procurement, Legal, Operations, HR, IT and senior stakeholders, challenging assumptions and supporting informed spending and investment decisions.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The successful candidate will be a qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA/Qualified-by-experience accountant with strong technical finance experience.</p><p>You will have:</p><ul><li>10+ years' experience in Controlling, FP&A or Business Finance, strong OPEX/CAPEX and financial modelling expertise</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management, influencing and business partnering skills.</li><li>The ability to simplify complex financial issues and develop practical solutions.</li></ul><p> </p><p>This is a <strong>fully office-based role</strong> in Heathrow, London</p><p> </p><p><strong>Apply Today</strong></p><p>To apply online, please click the Apply button and submit your CV in Word format.</p><p>Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.</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/bWVsYW5pZS53b25nLjE4MjM2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 3 []">Our client, based in Cambridge, is seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Finance Manager </strong>to join their finance function on a 9-month fixed term contract.</p><p>This is a broad role with responsibility for financial controls, month-end accounting, statutory compliance, audit and financial processes across a number of UK and international entities.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Manage the <strong>monthly accounting cycle and month-end processes</strong> across group entities.</p></li><li><p>Liaise with the <strong>FP&A Manager</strong> to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p></li><li><p>Develop, manage and review <strong>financial policies, systems and controls</strong>, providing guidance and support to colleagues.</p></li><li><p>Support the <strong>annual audit</strong> across the UK and international group entities.</p></li><li><p>Prepare UK and Irish statutory accounts and oversee accounting-related filings</p></li><li><p>Ensure financial practices comply with <strong>Charities SORP (FRS 102)</strong> and other relevant regulations.</p></li><li><p>Review income treatment to ensure compliance with SORP, including <strong>partial exemption treatment</strong> and supporting documentation.</p></li><li><p>Oversee <strong>VAT, Gift Aid and wider tax compliance</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Lead and support the finance team, providing clear direction and ensuring effective delivery of key processes.</p></li><li><p>Manage the delivery of finance processes through <strong>Virtual Finance Offices</strong> across the UK, USA, India and Kenya.</p></li><li><p>Oversee payment runs and act as the <strong>first approver for payments</strong> across the relevant entities.</p></li><li><p>Provide oversight of <strong>financial due diligence</strong> on new and existing global partners.</p></li><li><p>Identify opportunities to strengthen financial controls, processes and reporting across the group.</p></li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>The ideal candidate will be an experienced finance professional with strong exposure to <strong>financial controls, accounting processes and compliance</strong>.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Previous experience in a <strong>Financial Controls Manager, Financial Controller, Senior Management Accountant or similar role</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience.</p></li><li><p>Experience across <strong>month-end, statutory accounts and audit</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of financial controls, policies and processes.</p></li><li><p>Experience working across <strong>multiple entities and/or international operations</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Ideally, knowledge of <strong>Charities SORP (FRS 102), VAT and Gift Aid</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing or overseeing finance teams and outsourced/shared-service functions.</p></li><li><p>The ability to quickly understand existing processes, identify improvements and take ownership of a broad controls remit.</p></li></ul><h3>Contract Details</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>9-month fixed term contract</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>£65,000 - 75,000 per annum </strong></p></li><li><p><strong>50% office-based in Cambridge</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>November 2026 start</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Broad financial controls and accounting remit with significant international exposure</strong></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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjk2Mjg2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Financial Controller</h1><p><strong>Birmingham | Up to £85,000</strong></p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Robert Half is recruiting for a Financial Controller to join an established manufacturing business in Birmingham.</p><p>This is a senior finance role suited to a technically strong, qualified accountant with a proven track record in financial reporting and controls. You will work closely with the Finance Director, leading the finance function, strengthening reporting processes and providing reliable financial insight to support business performance.</p><p>We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in a large manufacturing group's reporting function or those with an audit background and strong exposure to manufacturing.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Lead month-end and quarterly reporting, ensuring accurate results are delivered to group deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Oversee financial controls, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory accounts and year-end audits.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, including IFRS</p></li><li><p>Lead IFRS 18 implementation</p></li><li><p>Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury, budgeting, rolling forecasts and capital expenditure reporting.</p></li><li><p>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets and key financial compliance activities.</p></li><li><p>Analyse financial performance, sales and margins, providing insight to support operational and strategic decisions.</p></li><li><p>Lead and develop the finance team, driving improvements in reporting, systems and processes.</p></li><li><p>Partner with senior stakeholders and deputise for the Finance Director when required.</p></li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with substantial post-qualification experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong financial reporting experience gained within a manufacturing group, ideally in a group reporting or financial control capacity.</p></li><li><p>Alternatively, an audit-trained accountant with exposure to large manufacturing businesses and a strong understanding of manufacturing finance.</p></li><li><p>Sound knowledge of financial controls, statutory reporting and audit processes.</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP, MRP or group reporting systems.</p></li><li><p>Confident leading a team, managing deadlines and communicating effectively with senior stakeholders.</p></li></ul><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>A broad Financial Controller position offering ownership of financial reporting, governance and team leadership, with the opportunity to influence business performance within an established manufacturing environment.</p><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>If you have the manufacturing experience and reporting expertise we're looking for, contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uMTk1OTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This PE-backed SaaS business based in central London is looking to hire a <strong>Senior Finance Manager</strong> due to the growth plans. They are the market leader within the industry and have presence in various countries. They are looking for someone who can add value to the finance team as well as the wider business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The <strong>Senior Finance Manager</strong> will be responsible for month-end and year-end close activities across multiple entities and currencies, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. The role will lead statutory accounting, tax, and audit processes, while overseeing complex manual consolidations across the group. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the successful candidate will manage a team of three and play a key role in maintaining a robust financial control environment.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The successful candidate for the <strong>Senior Finance Manager</strong> vacancy will be ACA/ACCA qualified with at least 3 years of work experience in industry.</p><p>A 'can-do' attitude is required as well as experience within an international business. Sound knowledge of accounting standards i.e., IFRS, UKGAAP. Strong communication and influencing skills with ability to simplify complex problems and build solution are desired. This role will be mainly offering a hybrid working structure (3-day a week in the office) and it is based in central London.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Apply Today </strong></p><p>To apply online (Word attachment only), please click the 'Apply' button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.</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/bWVsYW5pZS53b25nLjc5MzY5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful, personable business where you'll play a key role within the finance function, working closely with the Finance Director and wider business. You'll join an accounts team of five and take responsibility for two direct reports, giving you the opportunity to combine hands-on accounting with team leadership, commercial partnering and process improvement.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of the monthly management accounting process and play an important role in providing accurate financial information and commercial insight to the wider business.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Producing end-to-end monthly management accounts, ensuring completion within one week of month end</li><li>Preparing and distributing associated financial reporting in a timely manner</li><li>Ensuring all balance sheet and control accounts are fully reconciled each month, including intercompany accounts</li><li>Investigating and resolving variances promptly</li><li>Working closely with departments across the business to track expenditure against budget and forecast</li><li>Business partnering with operational managers to understand financial trends and support effective cost control</li><li>Providing meaningful financial insight to support business decisions, development and profitability</li><li>Supporting the development and automation of regular reporting</li><li>Producing and monitoring KPI reporting</li><li>Supporting group reporting requirements for the parent company</li><li>Managing and developing two direct reports</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for an experienced <strong>Management Accountant or Finance Manager</strong> who is comfortable working in an SME environment and has experience supervising or managing a small team.</p><p>You'll ideally have experience within a <strong>manufacturing, product-based or supplier environment</strong>, although this isn't essential.</p><p>You'll also bring:</p><ul><li>Strong management accounting experience</li><li>Previous experience supervising or managing a small finance team</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines</li><li>Good Microsoft Office/Excel skills</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>A collaborative, team-focused approach</li><li>A positive, hands-on <strong>"can do"</strong> attitude</li><li>The confidence to work with stakeholders across the wider business</li><li>A commercially minded approach to finance</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/SGFycnkuR2lic29uLjUxNjc0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This PE-backed SaaS business based in central London is looking to hire a Finance Manager. It is a newly-created role and the culture of the finance team is fun, dynamic and inclusive. They are looking for someone that can help adding value to the finance team as well as the wider business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The Finance Manager has overall responsibility for the overall finance & accounting activities. You will be responsible for financial reports, management reports, month-end / year-end closing, variance analysis, cash flow forecasting, OPEX review, tax computation and annual audit. You will deal with different key stakeholders as well as the group while providing insightful advice on different projects. You will report to the Financial Controller and lead a team of 3.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The successful candidate for the Finance Manager vacancy will have full qualification of ACA/ACCA/CIMA.</p><p>Candidates who are available to start at short notice will be preferred.</p><p>A 'can-do' attitude is required as well as experience within an holding company. Sound knowledge of accounting standard such as IFRS, UK GAAP.</p><p>Strong communication skills with ability to simplify complex problems and build solution are desired.</p><p>This role will be mainly offering a hybrid working structure and the office is based in central London.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Apply Today</strong></p><p>To apply online (Word attachment only), please click the 'Apply' button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.</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/bWVsYW5pZS53b25nLjEzMzk1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a London-based investment firm who are looking to recruit two immediately available Accounts Assistants to support an ongoing project.</p><p>This is a great opportunity to join a well-established investment business on a temporary basis, with an immediate start required.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit two immediately available temporary Accounts Assistants for 3 months.</p><p>In this role you will be responsible for the following duties: </p><ul><li>Invoice processing</li><li>Expenses</li><li>Reconciliations </li><li>Cash collection</li><li>Raising invoices </li><li>System: NetSuite</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful temporary Accounts Assistants will have at least 2+ years experience working on both sides of the ledger, and be able to work in a high volume and fast paced environment. </p><p>You must be immediate to be considered for this role. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is a global Investment firm based in Central London who are looking to recruit two immediate, Accounts Assistants as part of a 3 month project. This role will be based in the office 3 days per week.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>These temporary Accounts Assistant roles will be paying circa £18-£21 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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi4zNTU4NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><p>We're partnering a fast-growing, Lancashire-based, private equity-backed technology business is looking to appoint an experienced Group Financial Controller to join its senior finance team.</p><p>The business operates internationally across the UK and Europe and is going through an exciting period of growth, driven by organic expansion, technology investment and acquisition. </p><p>This is a senior, hands-on Group FC role, reporting directly to the Group CFO and offering genuine scope to influence how the finance function develops as the business continues to scale.</p><h2>The role</h2><p>You will take ownership of the Group's financial reporting, consolidation, controls and accounting operations across 12 legal entities in the UK and Europe.</p><p>Alongside ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Group's financial reporting, you will work closely with the CFO, senior leadership team, private equity investors, auditors, tax advisers and banking partners.</p><p>The role will suit someone who enjoys operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and who can bring structure, rigour and commercial thinking without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and financial reporting process across 12 entities</p></li><li><p>Preparing consolidated financial statements in accordance with FRS 102</p></li><li><p>Overseeing the year-end statutory accounts process and managing external audit relationships</p></li><li><p>Ensuring balance sheet integrity, including key reconciliations and intercompany accounting</p></li><li><p>Leading the month-end close process and ensuring appropriate Group adjustments and eliminations</p></li><li><p>Managing Group tax compliance, working with external advisers and local finance teams across multiple jurisdictions</p></li><li><p>Preparing quarterly covenant and investor reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing Group cash flow and treasury, including the weekly 13-week cash flow forecast</p></li><li><p>Supporting banking requirements and facility utilisation</p></li><li><p>Providing technical accounting advice across the Group, including accounting for hedging and financial derivatives</p></li><li><p>Supporting acquisitions, due diligence and post-acquisition integration</p></li><li><p>Working with the CFO and PE investors on Group reporting and wider finance matters</p></li><li><p>Strengthening financial controls, governance and processes as the business scales</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve automation, systems and reporting</p></li><li><p>Working with finance teams across the Group to improve consistency and financial discipline</p></li><li><p>Supporting wider finance projects and system implementations</p></li></ul><h2>What we're looking for</h2><p>We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with a practice background and strong technical accounting and Group reporting experience. </p><p>You will have:</p><ul><li><p>Post-qualified experience within a PE backed Group finance environment</p></li><li><p>Strong consolidation and statutory reporting experience</p></li><li><p>Experience working across multiple entities and/or international operations</p></li><li><p>A strong technical accounting grounding</p></li><li><p>Experience dealing with auditors, advisers, banks and senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Exposure to private equity, high-growth or acquisitive businesses would be highly advantageous</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels</p></li></ul><p>Most importantly, you will be hands-on, pragmatic and commercially minded. This is not a role for someone who wants to operate purely at a reporting distance - you'll be close to the detail, but also expected to understand the wider business and contribute to its growth.</p><h2>Why join?</h2><p>This is an opportunity to join a growing international technology business at an important stage of its journey.</p><p>You will work closely with an experienced CFO and private equity stakeholders, with the opportunity to help shape the Group's financial infrastructure as it continues to grow through international expansion and acquisition.</p><p>For someone looking for a genuine Group FC position with breadth, visibility and the opportunity to make an impact, this is an excellent time to join.</p><p>Hybrid working is offered.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjkxMjA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><p> </p><h1>Financial Controller</h1><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join a growing group of businesses. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading financial control, reporting and process improvement across multiple business units.</p><p>This is a highly visible position, offering the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making while remaining hands-on within a fast-paced operational environment.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead the monthly management accounts process and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.</li><li>Produce consolidated group reporting, analysis and performance insights.</li><li>Manage month-end, year-end and audit processes.</li><li>Oversee cashflow forecasting, balance sheet control and working capital management.</li><li>Ensure compliance with VAT, statutory reporting and other regulatory requirements.</li><li>Lead and develop a small finance team, providing coaching and support.</li><li>Partner with operational, manufacturing and commercial stakeholders to improve business performance.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and systems.</li><li>Improve stock, inventory and operational reporting capabilities.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning activities.</li><li>Deliver high-quality information to support decision-making at senior leadership level.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with previous Financial Controller experience or a strong Finance Manager/Financial Accounting Manager background ready for the next step.</p><h3>Essential Experience</h3><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.</li><li>Experience managing month-end, year-end and audit processes.</li><li>Team leadership and people management experience.</li><li>Strong systems and process improvement capability.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>Multi-entity or group reporting experience</li><li>ERP or finance systems implementation exposure.</li><li>Experience within a growing SME or private-equity-backed environment.</li><li>Commercial finance business partnering experience.</li></ul><h2>What You'll Bring</h2><ul><li>Hands-on approach with a willingness to get into the detail.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.</li><li>A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.</li><li>Ability to build credibility quickly across finance and operational teams.</li><li>Organised, accountable and capable of delivering against deadlines.</li></ul><h2>What's On Offer</h2><p>Salary - £80k-£85k + £5k car allowance</p><p>Hybrid and flexible working - 3-4 days onsite, 1-2 days remote</p><p>This is an opportunity to join a successful and growing business at an exciting stage of its development, working closely with an experienced leadership team while helping shape the future of the finance function. The environment is collaborative, ambitious and supportive, with flexibility, autonomy and genuine scope to make an impact.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW5keS5Ucm91cC45OTEwMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a leading Renewable Energy provider in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, interim Accounts Payable Clerk for 6 weeks.</p><p>Role:<br /> Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Accounts Payable Clerk to join their finance team, covering holiday and sickness absence.<br /> In this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul><li>Process invoices against purchase orders</li><li>Upload and drag invoices from the P2P system into NetSuite</li><li>Manage invoice approvals</li><li>Process employee expenses</li><li>Prepare and post bank journals in NetSuite</li><li>Carry out bank reconciliations</li><li>Provide hands-on, end-to-end AP cover</li></ul><p>Profile:<br /> The successful interim Accounts Payable Clerk will be a hands-on AP professional with experience of end-to-end accounts payable. You will have strong working knowledge of NetSuite and be comfortable working with a P2P system.<br /> You must be immediate or on a short notice period to be considered for this role.</p><p>Client:<br /> Our client is a renewable energy provider based in Central London who are looking to recruit an immediate Accounts Payable Clerk for 6 weeks, with the opportunity to extend. This role will be office based 3 days per week with 2 days working from home.</p><p>Salary & Benefits:<br /> This interim Accounts Payable Clerk role will be paying £17-20 per hour PAYE + holiday.</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/U2FtLktlYW0uMTA0NDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">