<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>Looking to broaden your accounting experience, work closely with senior finance leadership and take the next step in your finance career?</strong> This is an excellent opportunity to join an established international technology business offering a varied role, a collaborative working environment and support towards your AAT qualification.</p><p>Robert Half is partnering with this business to recruit a Finance Assistant for its team in High Wycombe. With operations spanning the UK, US and Australia, you'll gain exposure to international finance activities and a broad range of accounting responsibilities.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Finance Director and working alongside another Finance Assistant, you'll contribute to the smooth running of the finance function, develop your technical skills and help improve financial processes across the business.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>You'll play an important part in the day-to-day running of the finance function, with responsibilities including:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Management Accounts:</strong> Supporting the preparation and analysis of monthly management accounts.</p></li><li><p><strong>Month-End Reporting:</strong> Assisting with the monthly close process, preparing journals and ensuring the general ledger is accurate.</p></li><li><p><strong>Balance Sheet Reconciliations:</strong> Preparing supporting schedules and completing reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial records.</p></li><li><p><strong>Financial Analysis:</strong> Producing and analysing weekly bookings, billings and backlog reports, alongside sales and cash reporting.</p></li><li><p><strong>Cost Control:</strong> Supporting the monitoring and management of overhead expenditure.</p></li><li><p><strong>VAT & GST:</strong> Assisting with quarterly VAT and GST returns and supporting import-related accounting requirements.</p></li><li><p><strong>Audit Support:</strong> Providing information and documentation for internal and external audits.</p></li><li><p><strong>Transactional Finance:</strong> Providing cover across accounts payable and accounts receivable when required.</p></li><li><p><strong>Systems & Processes:</strong> Maintaining exchange rates within SAP Business One and identifying opportunities to improve processes, reporting and functionality.</p></li><li><p><strong>Wider Finance Support:</strong> Assisting the Finance Director and finance team with additional accounting activities as needed.</p></li></ul><p>You'll work collaboratively with the other Finance Assistant to share knowledge, coordinate responsibilities and ensure the finance function runs smoothly across the business's international entities.</p><h2>About You</h2><p>We're looking for someone with a positive, proactive approach who enjoys working as part of a team and is keen to develop their accounting expertise.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Previous experience in a finance or accounting role, with exposure to management accounts and month-end processes.</p></li><li><p>A good understanding of general ledger accounting, journals and balance sheet reconciliations.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and confidence using financial systems.</p></li><li><p>Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Good communication and organisational skills, with a collaborative approach to working.</p></li><li><p>An interest in improving processes and developing your technical capabilities.</p></li></ul><p>Experience with SAP Business One and Concur would be advantageous, as would exposure to multi-entity accounting and VAT/GST. AAT studies, whether completed or in progress, would be beneficial, although a willingness to learn and develop is equally important.</p><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Salary up to £35,000</strong>, with AAT study support.</p></li><li><p><strong>Broad accounting exposure:</strong> Develop your experience across management accounts, reporting, reconciliations and transactional finance.</p></li><li><p><strong>Direct access to senior leadership:</strong> Work closely with the Finance Director and gain insight into the wider finance function.</p></li><li><p><strong>International experience:</strong> Support financial activities across the UK, US and Australia.</p></li><li><p><strong>A collaborative team:</strong> Join a finance team where you can share responsibilities, learn from colleagues and contribute ideas.</p></li><li><p><strong>Process improvement:</strong> Have the opportunity to suggest improvements and help make the finance function more efficient.</p></li></ul><p>If you're looking for a varied Finance Assistant role where you can build your technical knowledge, gain international exposure and develop your career within a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply today through Robert Half to find out more.</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMTk0NDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Management Accountant</h1><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Location:</strong> Sunderland<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000-£45,000 per annum, depending on experience<br /><strong>Contract:</strong> Temporary or permanent<br /><strong>Hours:</strong> Ideally full-time, with part-time options considered<br /><strong>Reporting to:</strong> Finance Director<br /><strong>Working arrangement:</strong> Office-based</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are working with an established and growing UK manufacturing business seeking a hands-on Management Accountant to join its close-knit finance team.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The business designs and manufactures specialist engineered vessels and storage solutions for international markets, including energy, industrial gases, healthcare, scientific research, offshore and aerospace.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Following significant growth, the business is continuing to invest in its finance function, systems and reporting processes. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will take ownership of key management accounting activities while contributing to process improvement, systems transformation and commercial decision-making.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to broaden their skills, take on greater responsibility and gain exposure to a major finance systems implementation.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The business is open to temporary and permanent appointments and will consider part-time candidates, although five days per week is preferred.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, including reconciliations, financial reporting and variance analysis.</li><li>Analyse gross margins, manufacturing costs and profitability, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting.</li><li>Assist with statutory accounts preparation and liaise with external accountants and auditors.</li><li>Provide oversight of payroll processes and ensure appropriate financial controls.</li><li>Support wider finance activities, maintaining accurate financial information and reporting.</li><li>Review existing processes, identify inefficiencies and implement improvements.</li><li>Improve management reporting, financial controls and the quality of financial analysis.</li><li>Work closely with the Finance Director and operational teams to support business performance and decision-making.</li><li>Support the transition from Sage 200 to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, with implementation planned for February 2027.</li><li>Explore opportunities to improve reporting and efficiency through automation, AI and tools such as Power BI.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working with detail while identifying opportunities to improve processes.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You may already be a Management Accountant, or an experienced Assistant Management Accountant or finance professional ready to take the next step.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Experience of month-end processes, management accounts and financial reporting.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, including variance analysis and gross margin reporting.</li><li>Good Excel skills and confidence using accounting systems.</li><li>An interest in systems development, process improvement and automation.</li><li>The ability to work independently, manage priorities and take ownership of responsibilities.</li><li>A positive, outgoing and collaborative approach.</li><li>The ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Desirable experience:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Experience in manufacturing, engineering or a similar operational business.</li><li>Familiarity with Sage 200 or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.</li><li>Exposure to ERP implementation or finance systems transformation.</li><li>Experience with Power BI, reporting automation or AI tools.</li><li>Progress towards an accountancy qualification, such as ACCA, CIMA or ACA.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd">Full qualification is not essential. The business is supportive of professional development and can offer assistance with further accountancy studies.</p><h2>Salary and Benefits</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>£40,000-£45,000 annual salary for a permanent appointment, depending on experience.</li><li>Nine-day fortnight, with every other Friday finishing at 1:30 pm.</li><li>Company pension scheme.</li><li>25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Company bonus scheme offering up to 5% of annual salary, subject to company performance.</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme.</li><li>Health and wellbeing programme.</li><li>Death in Service benefit.</li><li>Professional development and qualification support.</li><li>Free on-site parking.</li></ul><h2>Working Pattern</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">The role is ideally suited to someone available five days per week, although applications from candidates seeking approximately 30 hours across three days will be considered.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The position is office-based, with no fixed working-from-home arrangement. However, the business offers a supportive and flexible culture that recognises employees' personal and family commitments.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">An immediate start is preferred, with the opportunity to join ahead of the current interim support finishing at the beginning of December.</p><h2>Why Apply?</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an opportunity to join a growing manufacturing business where you can make a tangible contribution to the finance function. You will work closely with the Finance Director, gain hands-on exposure to a major systems implementation and help shape improvements across reporting, processes and automation.</p><p>The role would suit someone with solid technical accounting skills, a practical mindset and the ambition to develop their career within a supportive and evolving business.</p><h1> </h1><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/SGFtaXNoLkNoYXBwbGUuOTMzNTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Financial Accountant</h1><p><strong>Solihull | Up to £60,000 | Manufacturing</strong></p><p><strong>Big 4 trained? ACA qualified? Ready to take your manufacturing expertise into industry? This could be the move you've been waiting for.</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with an established Midlands manufacturing business to appoint a high-calibre Financial Accountant.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where technical accounting is at the heart of the role. We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys the detail, understands complex reporting requirements and wants to make an impact.</p><p><strong>This is financial accounting in its purest form.</strong></p><p>Think:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Technical financial reporting and group reporting.</p></li><li><p>US GAAP and UK GAAP.</p></li><li><p>SOX compliance and internal controls.</p></li><li><p>Month-end, statutory accounts and year-end audit.</p></li><li><p>Complex accounting matters and reporting integrity.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Who should apply?</strong></p><p>We're particularly interested in:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Big 4 ACA-qualified accountants with manufacturing audit experience, ready to make their first move into industry.</p></li><li><p>Financial Accountants already working in manufacturing with strong technical reporting experience.</p></li><li><p>Accountants with exposure to SOX, US GAAP and complex financial controls.</p></li></ul><p>You will be technically strong, commercially aware of the wider business and someone who takes pride in getting the numbers right.</p><p><strong>£60,000 | Solihull | Manufacturing</strong></p><p>If you want a role that puts your technical accounting expertise front and centre, I'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion or 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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uMTI5NzEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Temporary Accountant Role </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> Abingdon (hybrid)</li><li><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 - 8 weeks</li><li><strong>Rate:</strong> £50,000 (hourly equivalent)</li><li><strong>Start date:</strong> Monday 12th October</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The role will involve:</strong></p><ul><li>Overseeing and supporting the Accounts Payable team</li><li>Handling and resolving complex supplier and payment queries</li><li>Managing payment runs and ensuring they are completed accurately and on time</li><li>Supporting with management accounts and wider month-end activities</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>What they're looking for: </strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience producing management accounts</li><li>Comfortable managing a small team</li><li>Happy to be hands on with Accounts Payable</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuNDY1NzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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>Finance Transformation - Senior Manager - </strong><strong>London, Hybrid</strong></p><p>Robert Half are working with a leading Consulting firm experiencing significant growth and is seeking a high-performing <strong>Finance Transformation Senior Manager</strong> to lead complex transformation programmes for a diverse portfolio of clients across the UK.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>As a Senior Manager, you will take ownership of multiple Finance Transformation engagements from strategy through to implementation, managing senior stakeholder relationships while leading and developing consulting teams.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>You will lead projects across:</p><ul><li>Shared Service Centre (SSC) design, transition, and outsourcing readiness</li><li>Finance operating model transformation</li><li>Process optimisation across Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C), and Record-to-Report (R2R)</li><li>FP&A and performance reporting transformation</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting, and planning process redesign</li><li>Automation, RPA, process mining, and technology enablement</li><li>AI readiness assessments, use-case development, governance, and implementation planning</li><li>Finance benchmarking and maturity assessments</li><li>Post-acquisition integration and carve-out programmes</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're interested in speaking with candidates who possess:</p><ul><li>Significant experience within Finance Transformation, Finance Change, or Management Consulting</li><li>Proven track record of leading complex transformation engagements</li><li>Deep understanding of P2P, O2C, and R2R processes</li><li>Experience advising CFOs, Finance Directors, and senior finance stakeholders</li><li>Strong consulting, stakeholder management, and programme leadership capabilities</li><li>Experience managing teams within a consulting or client-facing environment</li><li>Commercial awareness with experience managing engagement budgets and delivery performance</li><li>Demonstrable experience identifying and implementing process improvements and technology-enabled change</li><li>Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills</li><li>Experience contributing to successful proposals, bids, and business development activity</li></ul><p><strong>Finance Transformation - Senior Manager</strong></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/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjM2OTg3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a highly successful international asset-focused investment and advisory business.</p><p> With operations spanning Europe, Asia Pacific and North America, the organisation operates within a complex, fast-paced and commercially driven environment, providing a broad range of asset, lending, investment and advisory solutions. Following continued growth and expansion, the business is seeking an experienced Director of International Financial Control to lead its finance function across EMEA and APAC.</p><p> This is a high-profile leadership opportunity for an accomplished finance professional looking to combine technical excellence with commercial influence. Reporting into senior global leadership, you will take ownership of financial control, reporting, compliance, treasury, tax and finance operations across multiple international jurisdictions while leading the continued development of a scalable, best-in-class finance function.</p><p> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all accounting, financial control and reporting activities across EMEA and APAC.</li><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.</li><li>Manage regional consolidations and support global group reporting requirements.</li><li>Drive improvements across financial controls, governance, risk management and balance sheet integrity.</li><li>Partner with senior business leaders to support strategic decision-making, transactions and commercial initiatives.</li><li>Provide financial leadership across budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management and business performance analysis.</li><li>Oversee international tax, statutory reporting, audit and regulatory compliance requirements.</li><li>Lead finance transformation, process improvement and systems enhancement initiatives.</li><li>Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisers and service providers across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>Build, mentor and develop a high-performing international finance team across multiple locations.</li><li>Support organisational growth, acquisitions and strategic business projects.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience in a Financial Controller, International Controller or Finance Director capacity within a complex international organisation.</li><li>Strong technical accounting expertise across financial reporting, consolidations, audit, tax, controls and compliance.</li><li>Demonstrable experience managing multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction finance operations.</li><li>Experience partnering with senior leadership teams and influencing strategic business decisions.</li><li>Strong understanding of governance, risk management and financial control frameworks.</li><li>Track record of driving process improvements, automation and finance transformation initiatives.</li><li>Proven people leadership experience, including developing and leading high-performing teams.</li><li>Experience within professional services, financial services, asset-based lending, investment, advisory or related sectors would be advantageous.</li><li>Previous exposure to private equity-backed, high-growth or transformational environments is highly desirable.</li></ul><p> <strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£120,000 - £150,000 base salary DOE.</li><li>Annual performance bonus.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>Hybrid working environment.</li><li>International leadership role with significant visibility across the business.</li><li>Opportunity to influence strategic growth initiatives and finance transformation projects.</li><li>Exposure to senior executive stakeholders across a global organisation.</li><li>Collaborative, entrepreneurial and high-performing culture.</li><li>Long-term progression opportunities within a growing international business.</li></ul><p> This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior finance leader seeking a broad, commercially focused international controllership role within a growing global organisation, offering significant responsibility, visibility and the opportunity to shape the future direction of the finance function.</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjE0ODUzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation to recruit a <strong>part-time</strong> <strong>Management Accountant</strong>. The part-time Management Accountant can be based in either Faringdon or Wantage. This role is <strong>term time only and 30 hours per week.</strong> The full-time salary offered is up to £38,500 along with other attractive benefits including an enhanced pension.</p><p> </p><p>Please note due to the term time only element and 30 hours per week, take home salary will be circa <strong>£25,000-£26,000.</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Assist and liaise with the Head of Finance Business Partnering, Finance Director and CFO to plan and produce 3-5-year budget forecasts across the organisation.</li><li>Undertake monthly in-year budget monitoring and reporting, covering both revenue and capital expenditure.</li><li>Undertake monthly payroll monitoring and reconciliation against budget, investigating discrepancies and supporting resolution where appropriate, with sign-off from relevant budget holders.</li><li>Support with payroll calculations and queries, calculating salaries based on grades, contracted hours and working arrangements to support accurate budget forecasting.</li><li>Act as a first point of contact for banking queries and process relevant bank transactions.</li><li>Take responsibility for maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring transactions are accurately recorded.</li><li>Review and action open purchase orders as part of the month-end process.</li><li>Prepare and review prepayments, accruals, deferred income and accrued income as part of the month-end close.</li><li>Support the financial management and reporting of specific projects and commercial activities.</li><li>Assist and advise budget holders on procurement processes and achieving best value for money.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant financial, audit and reporting requirements, including those relating to external funding and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Maintain an awareness of relevant legislation and guidance covering finance, taxation, VAT, National Insurance and other financial matters.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Budgeting, reporting, monitoring budgets and providing financial management support.</li><li>Accruals, prepayments and month end journals experience.</li><li>Microsoft Office and advanced skills in Excel data management and reporting.</li><li>Organised and thorough with a good eye for detail and ability to work to deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work independently.</li><li>Rigorous and methodical with the ability to manage own workload and meet deadlines.</li><li>Work effectively under pressure, managing conflicting priorities and meeting challenging deadlines.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMzY3NjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in <strong>Wantage </strong>to recruit a <strong>Management Accountant</strong>. This role is <strong>term time only!</strong> The salary offered is up to £38,000 along with other attractive benefits including an enhanced pension.</p><p> </p><p>Please note due to the term time only element, salary will be adjusted to match the additional holidays. Therefore, max take home salary will be circa £32,000.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Assist and liaise with the Head of Finance Business Partnering, Finance Director and CFO to plan and produce 3-5-year budget forecasts across the organisation.</li><li>Undertake monthly in-year budget monitoring and reporting, covering both revenue and capital expenditure.</li><li>Undertake monthly payroll monitoring and reconciliation against budget, investigating discrepancies and supporting resolution where appropriate, with sign-off from relevant budget holders.</li><li>Support with payroll calculations and queries, calculating salaries based on grades, contracted hours and working arrangements to support accurate budget forecasting.</li><li>Act as a first point of contact for banking queries and process relevant bank transactions.</li><li>Take responsibility for maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring transactions are accurately recorded.</li><li>Review and action open purchase orders as part of the month-end process.</li><li>Prepare and review prepayments, accruals, deferred income and accrued income as part of the month-end close.</li><li>Support the financial management and reporting of specific projects and commercial activities.</li><li>Assist and advise budget holders on procurement processes and achieving best value for money.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant financial, audit and reporting requirements, including those relating to external funding and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Maintain an awareness of relevant legislation and guidance covering finance, taxation, VAT, National Insurance and other financial matters.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Budgeting, reporting, monitoring budgets and providing financial management support.</li><li>Accruals, prepayments and month end journals experience.</li><li>Microsoft Office and advanced skills in Excel data management and reporting.</li><li>Organised and thorough with a good eye for detail and ability to work to deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work independently.</li><li>Rigorous and methodical with the ability to manage own workload and meet deadlines.</li><li>Work effectively under pressure, managing conflicting priorities and meeting challenging deadlines.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMDUwMzEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1 class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" dir="auto" data-start="0" data-section-id="1dwjugg" data-end="51">Bookkeeper / Finance Manager - 3-6 Month Contract</h1><p data-end="301" data-start="53" dir="auto"><strong data-start="53" data-end="66">Location:</strong> Edinburgh / Glasgow<br data-end="89" data-start="86" /> <strong data-start="89" data-end="100">Salary:</strong> £40,000-£45,000 salary equivalent<br data-end="137" data-start="134" /> <strong data-start="137" data-end="150">Contract:</strong> 3-6 months initially, with potential for a permanent position<br / data-end="215" data-start="212"> <strong data-start="215" data-end="225">Start:</strong> ASAP<br data-start="230" data-end="233" /> <strong data-start="233" data-end="253">Working pattern:</strong> Flexible depending on location and requirements</p><p dir="auto" data-start="303" data-end="492">Robert Half Management Resources is working exclusively with a <strong data-end="412" data-start="366">small, privately owned 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dir="auto">This is an opportunity to join a <strong data-start="2345" data-end="2381">small, well-established business</strong> where you will have genuine variety and visibility across the finance function.</p><p data-end="2628" data-start="2463" dir="auto" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><strong data-start="2463" data-end="2628" data-is-last-node="">If you're immediately available and interested in discussing the opportunity, please contact Ailidh van Wyk at Robert Half Management Resources on 0131 240 3704.</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay40Mjk3Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be recruiting for a Finance Assistant on behalf of a fast-growing and ambitious business based in Telford. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to join a busy and collaborative finance team within a dynamic environment.</p><p>This role will initially be offered on a temporary basis with the opportunity to become permanent for the successful candidate.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>Reporting into the Finance Manager, the Finance Assistant will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and deadlines are met.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Processing purchase invoices and matching them to purchase orders</li><li>Raising and processing sales invoices</li><li>Managing supplier statement reconciliations</li><li>Assisting with payment runs and supplier payments</li><li>Posting cash receipts and allocating customer payments</li><li>Bank reconciliations and investigation of discrepancies</li><li>Maintaining accurate customer and supplier accounts</li><li>Supporting credit control activities and chasing outstanding debt</li><li>Resolving invoice, payment and account queries</li><li>Assisting with month-end processes, including accruals and prepayments</li><li>Preparing finance reports and spreadsheets as required</li><li>Maintaining finance records and ensuring data accuracy</li><li>Supporting audits and compliance activities</li><li>Assisting with ad hoc finance and administrative duties</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul><li>Previous experience within a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role</li><li>Strong understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes</li><li>Experience with reconciliations and high-volume transaction processing</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li><li>AAT study or qualification would be advantageous but not essential</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career prospects</li><li>Join a supportive and growing finance team</li><li>Full-time office-based role in Telford</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Opportunity to develop skills and progress within the finance function</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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS41OTQ1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of Financial Planning on behalf of a specialist Service and Data/Information Organisation with offices in Buckingham.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Head of Financial Planning you will become a senior member of the Finance leadership team, working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Head of Financial Operations and other Executive stakeholders to provide strategic leadership in relation to financial planning, performance management and business partnering activities, ensuring that financial insight, forecasting, modelling and analysis support decision making at all levels of the organisation. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Lead the development and continuous improvement of the Organisation financial planning framework, including annual budgets, rolling forecasts, medium-term plans and long-term financial projections.</li><li>Establish organisation-wide planning methodologies, performance management frameworks and financial modelling standards.</li><li>Provide strategic oversight of management information and financial performance reporting, ensuring outputs support effective institutional decision making and governance.</li><li>Lead the financial evaluation of major investments, commercial opportunities, partnerships and organisational change initiatives, including due diligence annual reviews.</li><li>Develop and maintain complex financial models, including resource allocation methodologies, scenario models, investment appraisals and financial sustainability assessments.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide authoritative financial advice and recommendations to the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Team, on complex financial, commercial and strategic matters.</li><li>Prepare and present reports, business cases, financial models and strategic analyses for senior governance and decision-making forums.</li><li>Translate complex financial information into clear and accessible recommendations for both financial and non-financial audiences.</li><li>Act as a senior point of contact for complex financial planning, forecasting and performance management matters.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide leadership, coaching and performance management for direct reports.</li><li>Assess organisational capability, capacity and future resourcing requirements and make recommendations to support strategic objectives.</li><li>Contribute to the wider development of financial understanding across the Organisation</li></ul><p>Your profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with the ability to lead a team and also with substantial experience of leading financial planning, management reporting, and business partnering in a complex organisation, with clear evidence of improving quality, timeliness, and analytical value. This is an excellent role to implement commercial reporting processes and values in order to drive the organisation towards further success.</p><p>Salary</p><p>Role of Head of Financial Planning based in Buckingham is offering a salary up to £82K with hybrid working and excellent additional benefits.</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTg1MTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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">
<p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a well-established international manufacturing and engineering business to recruit a <strong>Financial Controller</strong> on an 18-month fixed-term contract basis to cover maternity leave. The role will be based in Fife with hybrid working on offer. </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join a successful, market-leading organisation with a strong international presence. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership, responsibility for a finance team, and the opportunity to influence both operational and strategic decision-making.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Financial Controller will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business whilst providing commercial support to stakeholders across multiple functions.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Leading the monthly management reporting process and ensuring timely, accurate financial information.</li><li>Managing forecasting, budgeting, and planning activities.</li><li>Maintaining robust financial controls and balance sheet integrity.</li><li>Overseeing VAT and other statutory compliance requirements.</li><li>Supporting inventory and fixed asset accounting processes.</li><li>Partnering with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight and support business performance.</li><li>Identifying and driving process improvement initiatives across finance.</li><li>Leading, developing, and supporting an established finance team.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>We are keen to speak with finance professionals who can demonstrate:</p><ul><li>A professional accounting qualification (CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience in a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager position.</li><li>Strong financial reporting, planning, and analysis capabilities.</li><li>Experience managing and developing finance teams.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills.</li><li>Strong systems and Excel proficiency.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to join a successful international organisation.</li><li>Broad and varied role with both operational and commercial exposure.</li><li>Leadership responsibility within a high-performing finance function.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements.</li><li>Competitive salary between £65,000 - £70,000 and benefits package.</li></ul><br><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uOTY0MzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h3>Financial Controller (9-Month Fixed-Term Contract)</h3><p><strong>Location:</strong> Llanelli<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £55,000 - £70,000 (DOE)<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract<br /> <strong>Hours:</strong> Full-Time</p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be supporting a well-established business in Llanelli with the recruitment of an experienced Financial Controller on a 9-month fixed-term contract.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join a growing organisation during a key period of change and development. Reporting directly to senior leadership, the successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and effective business partnering across the organisation.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead and manage the day-to-day finance function.</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reporting, and board packs.</li><li>Deliver accurate budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.</li><li>Oversee year-end processes and liaise with external auditors.</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.</li><li>Support strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis.</li><li>Manage and develop finance team members where applicable.</li><li>Drive process improvements and identify efficiencies across finance operations.</li><li>Partner with key stakeholders across the business to support commercial objectives.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Part or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience in a Financial Controller, Head of Finance, or Senior Finance Manager role.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong systems skills, including advanced Excel knowledge.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer?</h3><ul><li>Competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000.</li><li>Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a successful organisation.</li><li>Varied and commercially focused role with exposure to senior leadership.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative working environment.</li><li>Immediate or short-notice applicants welcomed.</li></ul><p>If you're an experienced Financial Controller looking for your next contract opportunity in the Llanelli area, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.</strong></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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS4yMjEzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Ready to take ownership of financial reporting and have a genuine influence on how a finance function operates?</p><p>Robert Half are working with an established, growing UK healthcare group to recruit a Financial Reporting Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business operating in an interesting and evolving sector, taking ownership of its financial reporting, strengthening financial controls and helping drive improvements across the wider finance function.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring the business has accurate, meaningful financial information to support decision-making, while providing technical leadership and developing the capability of the wider team.</p><p>This isn't a role where you'll simply be overseeing the numbers. You'll have the opportunity to shape processes, challenge existing ways of working and work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders.</p><h3>The opportunity</h3><p>You'll take ownership of the monthly reporting cycle, ensuring management accounts, Group submissions and financial reporting are delivered accurately and to deadline.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Financial reporting:</strong> Lead the month-end close and production of management accounts, board packs and Group reporting submissions, providing meaningful variance analysis and commentary.</p></li><li><p><strong>Financial control:</strong> Take ownership of balance-sheet integrity, reconciliations, intercompany accounting, journals and key control processes.</p></li><li><p><strong>Commercial insight:</strong> Work alongside senior stakeholders to explain financial performance, challenge variances and support better business decisions.</p></li><li><p><strong>Planning & forecasting:</strong> Support budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting, with responsibility for the financial reporting elements.</p></li><li><p><strong>Audit & compliance:</strong> Coordinate year-end audit requirements, support statutory reporting and maintain a robust internal control environment.</p></li><li><p><strong>Continuous improvement:</strong> Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, strengthen controls and make better use of systems and technology.</p></li><li><p><strong>Leadership:</strong> Manage and develop two finance professionals, while acting as a technical accounting lead and providing guidance and coaching across the wider finance team.</p></li></ul><p>There will also be occasional travel to other UK sites.</p><h3>What they're looking for</h3><p>You'll be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with at least two years' post-qualified experience in financial reporting, management accounting, financial control or group reporting.</p><p>You'll ideally bring:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Strong experience owning month-end and producing management accounts and reporting packs.</p></li><li><p>A solid understanding of technical accounting, balance-sheet reconciliations and financial controls.</p></li><li><p>The confidence to investigate financial movements, challenge constructively and communicate findings to non-finance stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP and reporting systems.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing, mentoring or developing others.</p></li><li><p>A proactive mindset, with the confidence to take ownership and improve existing processes.</p></li></ul><p>Experience within a multi-entity or international Group environment would be advantageous. Exposure to SAP, Cognos or PLC reporting would also be beneficial.</p><h3>Why consider it?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>A broad, visible management role reporting directly to the Financial Controller.</p></li><li><p>Real ownership of financial reporting and the opportunity to influence the wider finance function.</p></li><li><p>Leadership responsibility for a team of two, alongside technical exposure across the department.</p></li><li><p>The chance to work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>An established healthcare business operating in a sector where quality, accuracy and strong financial management really matter.</p></li><li><p>A competitive package of £65,000-£75,000, bonus and excellent benefits.</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working, with three days per week in the Basingstoke office.</p></li></ul><h3>Interested?</h3><p>If you're an established qualified accountant looking for a role that combines technical reporting, financial control, leadership and the opportunity to make improvements, I'd be keen to have a conversation.</p><p>Please apply with your CV or get in touch directly 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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMDk5NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting a Financial Controller role on a permanent basis with a growing SME based in Cheltenham. This role would suit an ambitious ACA/ACCA qualified Finance Manager seeking a step into their first Financial Controller role, or someone who's already established seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to turn a business around and add value.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>The Financial Controller will play a hands-on role in the development of the existing finance team as well as processes and reporting. We are seeking a technically strong accountant with an audit background who is comfortable with reporting standards and compliance. Previous experience of working in a change environment is essential with an emphasis on cashflow management. This is a visible, hands-on position sitting at the centre of the organisation, blending robust financial control with real commercial awareness. The role will involve but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Providing day-to-day leadership, coaching and development for the Finance function, including the accounts payable and accounts receivable teams</li><li>Producing high-quality monthly consolidated management accounts (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow), supported by in-depth variance analysis and clear commentary, including tour-level performance</li><li>Overseeing complex cash management and the weekly payment cycle, and owning daily cash reporting alongside a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast</li><li>Delivering timely, accurate balance sheet reconciliations each month across every Group entity</li><li>Taking charge of the annual audit and working alongside the CFO to sign off the statutory accounts</li><li>Owning VAT compliance and filings, regulatory submissions and monthly insurance reporting</li><li>Continuing to strengthen the company's financial systems, controls and processes, including managing the risks around company credit cards</li><li>Collaborating with the Commercial team to assess tour profitability, dig into variances and uncover opportunities for efficiencies and savings</li><li>Assisting the CFO in building annual budgets and financial targets that support the Group's strategic objectives</li><li>Working closely with the Senior Leadership team to deliver the strategic plan, and managing relationships with merchant service providers</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>ACA/ACCA qualified with 4+ years experience.</li><li>Practice/audit trained preferred.</li><li>Experience of leading teams (3+).</li><li>Strong technical understanding.</li><li>Experience of working in a change environment or private equity environment.</li><li>Resilient and adaptable to change.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Package:</strong></p><ul><li>£70,000 - £90,000 base salary dependant on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working: 1-2 days from home.</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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjQzNzM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Group Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> North Somerset <strong>Duration:</strong> 3 - 6 months <strong>Start:</strong> ASAP <strong> Rate: </strong>Competitive rate</p><p>Robert Half is exclusively partnering with an established PLC group to appoint an Interim Group Financial Controller to support the business during a period of transition.</p><p>Reporting to the Group Finance Director, you will oversee finance operations across both entities while a permanent appointment is made. This is a hands-on assignment focused on maintaining group reporting deadlines, strengthening financial controls, supporting a team of four and delivering process improvements ahead of a smooth handover.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead month-end close, management accounts, consolidation and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Deliver accurate group reporting to tight PLC deadlines.</li><li>Lead and support a finance team of four across FP&A, management accounts, AP and AR.</li><li>Improve financial controls, cash collection and working capital</li><li>Oversee VAT and corporation tax compliance, liaising with HMRC, auditors and advisers.</li><li>Drive process improvements and support finance operations across Sage and Xero.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.</li><li>Proven PLC or large-group reporting experience, ideally within manufacturing or an industrial environment.</li><li>Strong technical accounting, consolidation and working capital knowledge.</li><li>Practical VAT and CIS experience, with confidence managing external stakeholders.</li><li>A hands-on, proactive leader who can make an immediate impact and is available at short notice.</li></ul><p> </p><p>This assignment is being managed exclusively by Robert Half. For a confidential discussion or to find out more about this opportunity, please contact <strong>Hannah Curnow directly on 01179 9935459</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/aGFubmFoLmN1cm5vdy4zMDA1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2 data-path-to-node="0">The Company</h2><p data-path-to-node="1" id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-126">My client is a premier venue and live events business based in East London. Following major expansion projects and the rollout of new leisure districts, this flagship organisation welcomes millions of visitors every year across a diverse portfolio of world-class events. Driven by a collaborative, values-led culture, they are now looking to recruit an ambitious Financial Controller to join their four-person finance leadership structure.</p><h2 data-path-to-node="2">The Role</h2><p id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-127" data-path-to-node="3">Reporting directly to the CFO, this role takes full ownership of the integrity, accuracy, and efficiency of the group's core accounting records and General Ledger. Managing a direct team of four and partnering with senior heads across 25 operational departments, you will play a central role in maintaining financial discipline and modernising core systems.</p><p data-path-to-node="4">Key responsibilities include:</p><ul data-path-to-node="5"><li><p data-path-to-node="5,0,0" id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-128">Inspiring, coaching, and setting clear direction for a team of four covering Accounts Payable, Revenue & Credit, Cashier, and Management Accounts.</p></li><li><p id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-129" data-path-to-node="5,1,0">Overseeing group accounting operations, maintaining robust financial controls, and collaborating with internal audit and compliance teams.</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="5,2,0" id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-130">Driving system optimisation and process automation across the finance function, leveraging modern IT tools and AI solutions where appropriate.</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="5,3,0" id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-131">Managing working capital, balance sheet reconciliations, treasury, and inputs into monthly cash flow forecasting.</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="5,4,0" id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-132">Partnering with senior managers across 25 operational business functions to ensure financial accuracy at every level.</p></li></ul><h2 data-path-to-node="6">Your Profile</h2><p data-path-to-node="7">To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified finance leader who thrives when managing people, tightening controls, and driving digital transformation.</p><p data-path-to-node="8">Essential criteria:</p><ul data-path-to-node="9"><li><p id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-133" data-path-to-node="9,0,0">Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with several years of post-qualification experience in industry or commerce.</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="9,1,0" id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-134">Proven track record of leading, mentoring, and developing direct reports within a finance function.</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="9,2,0" id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-135">Strong track record of achievements over 3-5 years in a Financial Controller or Finance Manager role.</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="9,3,0" id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-136">Hands-on experience driving finance system improvements, process automation, or digital transformation initiatives.</p></li><li><p id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-137" data-path-to-node="9,4,0">Advanced Excel capabilities and overall technical fluency, with a tech-forward mindset around automation.</p></li><li><p id="p-rc_6a41091968a3b6fc-138" data-path-to-node="9,5,0">Confident communication and influencing skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.</p></li></ul><h2 data-path-to-node="10">Salary & Benefits</h2><ul data-path-to-node="11"><li><p data-path-to-node="1,0,0">Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 per annum</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="1,1,0">Bonus: Up to 20% performance-related bonus</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="1,2,0">Working Model: 4 days per week in their East London office (free on-site car parking provided)</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="1,3,0">Pension: Matched pension scheme with up to 15% company contribution</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="1,4,0">Healthcare & Wellbeing: Private Health Insurance (AXA), biennial Nuffield Health assessment, free on-site gym, and an Employee Assistance Programme</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="1,5,0">Financial Security: Life Assurance (4x salary) and Income Protection (75% of salary for up to 2 years)</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="1,6,0">Holidays & Perks: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, season ticket loan, and cycle to work schem</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="11,0,0"> </p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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<p><strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Manufacturing | Port Talbot, South Wales</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Port Talbot, South Wales<br /> <strong>Reporting to:</strong> Financial Controller</p><p><strong>An exciting opportunity to join a growing manufacturing business:</strong></p><p>Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking to develop your career in management accounting within a fast-paced manufacturing environment?</p><p>We are seeking a motivated, analytical and detail-oriented <strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong> to join our finance team at our manufacturing operation in Port Talbot.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers but also wants to understand the bigger commercial picture. You will play an important role in providing accurate financial information, analysing manufacturing costs and helping the business improve operational efficiency and profitability.</p><p>Working closely with the Finance team and colleagues across Production, Procurement, Engineering and Operations, you will gain valuable exposure to the financial and operational drivers of a manufacturing business. You will be encouraged to challenge variances, identify opportunities for improvement and turn financial data into meaningful business insight.</p><p>We are looking for someone who is proactive, curious and keen to make a difference, with the ambition to develop their management accounting skills and contribute to the continued success of the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role: </strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Manager or Management Accountant, you will support the preparation of monthly management accounts, manufacturing cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.</p><p>You will work closely with operational teams to understand production performance, investigate cost variances and ensure that stock, work in progress and manufacturing costs are accurately recorded and reported.</p><p>This is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to develop both your technical accounting expertise and your commercial understanding of manufacturing operations.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Management accounts and financial reporting</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Assist with the preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li>Prepare journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Analyse actual performance against budgets, forecasts and prior periods.</li><li>Produce financial reports and clear commentary explaining key movements and variances.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring reporting deadlines are achieved.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>Manufacturing cost accounting:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Monitor and analyse raw material, direct labour and manufacturing overhead costs.</li><li>Assist with product costing, standard costing and cost of sales calculations.</li><li>Investigate material price and usage variances, labour efficiency and production overhead variances.</li><li>Analyse scrap, waste, rework and production losses to identify opportunities for cost reduction.</li><li>Monitor production costs and, where relevant, cost per unit or tonne produced.</li><li>Work with operational managers to understand cost movements and improve manufacturing performance.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>Stock and inventory control:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Assist with stock valuation, work-in-progress reporting and inventory reconciliations.</li><li>Support periodic and year-end stock counts, investigating discrepancies and unusual movements.</li><li>Monitor slow-moving, obsolete and excess stock.</li><li>Reconcile goods received not invoiced and investigate outstanding items.</li><li>Work with Warehouse, Procurement and Production teams to improve inventory accuracy and control.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>Budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Support the annual budgeting process and regular financial forecasts.</li><li>Monitor departmental expenditure against approved budgets.</li><li>Assist with forecasting material costs, labour, energy, maintenance and other operating expenses.</li><li>Investigate significant variances and provide insight into the financial performance of the business.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve cost control, efficiency and profitability.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>Business partnering and continuous improvement:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Build effective working relationships with Production, Engineering, Procurement, Warehouse and Commercial teams.</li><li>Provide financial information that helps non-finance colleagues understand business performance.</li><li>Support investment appraisals and capital expenditure monitoring where required.</li><li>Contribute to improvements in financial reporting, accounting processes and internal controls.</li><li>Undertake ad hoc analysis and reporting to support the Finance team and wider business.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone who combines sound accounting knowledge with strong analytical skills, commercial awareness and a genuine interest in understanding how a manufacturing business operates.</p><p>You will be organised, proactive and comfortable working to deadlines. You will also have the confidence to investigate discrepancies, ask questions and work collaboratively with colleagues across the business.</p><p><strong>Essential skills and experience:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Experience in a finance or accounting role, ideally with exposure to management accounts, month-end processes or financial analysis.</li><li>AAT qualified or part-qualified, or actively studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ACA; equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.</li><li>A good understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations and financial reporting.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving.</li><li>The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.</li><li>Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across different departments.</li></ul></ol><p><strong>Desirable experience:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>Experience within manufacturing, engineering or another operationally focused business.</li><li>Exposure to manufacturing cost accounting, standard costing, stock valuation or work in progress.</li><li>Experience using ERP or accounting systems such as SAP, Sage or Microsoft Dynamics.</li><li>An understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cost centre reporting and variance analysis.</li></ul></ol><p> </p><p><strong>Most importantly, we are looking for someone with the right attitude, a willingness to learn and the motivation to develop into a strong management accounting professional.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>What we offer:</strong></p><ol><ul><li>The opportunity to develop your career within a manufacturing finance environment.</li><li>Exposure to manufacturing operations, product costing and commercial decision-making.</li><li>The chance to work closely with experienced finance and operational professionals.</li><li>Opportunities to broaden your management accounting and business partnering skills.</li><li>A role where your analysis and recommendations can make a tangible difference to business performance.</li><li>A supportive environment in which to build your technical knowledge and professional qualifications.</li></ul></ol><p> </p><p>Salary, pension, annual leave, study support and other benefits will be confirmed as part of the recruitment process.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p>This is more than a traditional finance role. You will have the opportunity to understand the relationship between financial performance and manufacturing operations, develop commercially valuable skills and contribute directly to better business decisions.</p><p>If you are looking for a role where you can build your expertise, take ownership of your work and progress your career in management accounting, we would welcome your application.</p><p> </p><p><strong>How to apply:</strong></p><p>If you have the accounting knowledge, analytical mindset and enthusiasm to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you.</p><p>Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience, qualifications and interest in the position.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Apply now to take the next step in your finance career.</strong></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. 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<h1>Accountant</h1><p style="text-align: justify;" class="isSelectedEnd">An established and successful professional services business is looking to appoint an Accountant to join its finance team. This is a varied role offering a strong level of autonomy, responsibility and exposure to senior management, while also providing the support and development needed for someone looking to progress their career. You will work closely with the Finance Director and wider management team, taking responsibility for a broad range of accounting activities and helping to ensure the finance function operates accurately, efficiently and effectively. The role would suit an Accountant who enjoys a varied environment, is comfortable taking ownership and is keen to develop their wider commercial and financial skills.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Managing the day-to-day accounting processes across the business.</li><li>Supervising and supporting members of the transactional finance team.</li><li>Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process.</li><li>Assisting with cash-flow management and financial planning.</li><li>Monitoring income, expenditure and business performance.</li><li>Preparing regular reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records.</li><li>Overseeing purchase ledger and sales ledger activity.</li><li>Supporting year-end accounts preparation.</li><li>Liaising with external accountants, auditors and other professional advisers.</li><li>Preparing and monitoring VAT and other statutory financial returns.</li><li>Supporting payroll and pension processes where required.</li><li>Maintaining appropriate financial controls and procedures.</li><li>Reviewing and reconciling key balance sheet accounts.</li><li>Providing financial information and analysis to senior management.</li><li>Supporting the business with financial and commercial queries.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve processes, systems and efficiencies.</li><li>Helping to introduce and develop the use of technology across the finance function.</li><li>Supporting financial projects and other ad hoc requirements.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for someone who is organised, commercially aware and highly accurate, with the confidence to take ownership of their work.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience in an Accountant, Management Accountant or similar finance role.</li><li>Experience within a professional services or multi-site environment would be advantageous.</li><li>A strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.</li><li>Experience preparing management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Good Excel skills and confidence working with accounting systems.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.</li><li>The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>A proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.</li><li>The confidence to work with senior stakeholders.</li><li>A high level of discretion and confidentiality.</li><li>The ability to work collaboratively and provide support across the wider finance team.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">You may be ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified or part-qualified, although applications will also be considered from experienced AAT-qualified or qualified-by-experience candidates who can demonstrate the appropriate level of technical knowledge.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Experience working within a regulated professional services environment would be advantageous.</p><h3>What's on Offer?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative working environment.</li><li>Genuine opportunities for professional development and progression.</li><li>Broad exposure across the finance function.</li><li>Regular interaction with senior management.</li><li>A varied role with the opportunity to take ownership and make improvements to existing processes.</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/SGFycnkuR2lic29uLjkyMjM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p> </p><p>Our client is a well-established, privately owned manufacturing and engineering business based in Nottinghamshire, with a strong market presence and an established customer base. The business continues to perform well, with a strong plans for further growth.</p><p> </p><p>They are looking to appoint a qualified Financial Controller to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, working closely with the leadership team to drive financial performance, improve reporting and support commercial decision-making.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, you will run the month-end process, lead a small finance team and make sure the business has accurate, timely information on profitability, stock and cash. There is a genuine opportunity to tighten processes and improve the quality of reporting rather than simply maintaining what is already there.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver the monthly management accounts and board reporting, with clear commentary on performance and margins</li><li>Oversee costing, WIP and stock valuation, working closely with operations to resolve variances</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital and the annual budget and reforecast process</li><li>Prepare year-end statutory accounts under FRS 102 and lead the external audit</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and processes while managing and developing the finance team</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with at least two years' post-qualification experience</li><li>A background in manufacturing, engineering or a similar operational environment where stock and costing are significant</li><li>Hands-on experience of month-end close, statutory accounts and audit, along with previous line management</li><li>Practical and commercially minded, able to explain the numbers clearly to non-finance managers and comfortable challenging when something does not look right</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>Apply now with your CV to be considered for this opportunity.</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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC45ODY4NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.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>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, FP&A Manager to assist them for 3 - 6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Lead the preparation of the 2027 budgets across the group.</li><li>Work closely with budget owners and senior stakeholders to challenge assumptions and validate numbers</li><li>Produce detailed budget commentary, financial analysis and supporting business plans</li><li>Strong budgeting experience and commercial awareness</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary FP&A Manager will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent qualification) and have experience working within an SME business. </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 commercial property 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>The temporary FP&A Manager roles will be paying circa £425 - £475 per day, 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/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC4yNDc5Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">