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- Keighley, West Yorkshire
- remote
- Permanent
- 50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Keighley | £50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a well-established manufacturing and engineering business based in Keighley.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a broad and highly visible role that combines traditional financial control responsibilities with the opportunity to modernise and enhance the finance function through automation, technology and AI-driven initiatives.</p><p>Initially, the role will be hands-on, providing leadership across the day-to-day finance operation while supporting and developing a team of six finance professionals. Over time, the successful candidate will play a key role in driving efficiencies, improving processes and helping shape the future direction of the finance function.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the Finance Director's number two across the finance function</li><li>Lead, support and develop a team of six finance professionals</li><li>Oversee the production of monthly management accounts</li><li>Take responsibility for financial accounting and reporting activities</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury and banking relationships</li><li>Ensure robust financial controls and governance are maintained</li><li>Review and improve existing finance processes and procedures</li><li>Champion automation and AI initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce manual workload</li></ul><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience</li><li>Strong grounding in both management and financial accounting</li><li>Experience managing and developing finance teams</li><li>Hands-on and willing to work across operational and strategic activities</li><li>Demonstrable track record of improving processes and driving efficiencies</li><li>Strong systems capability with SAP experience advantageous</li><li>Commercially minded with the confidence to challenge existing ways of working</li><li>Interest in leveraging AI and technology to improve business performance</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience</li><li>Key leadership role reporting directly to the Finance Director</li><li>Opportunity to shape the future of the finance function</li><li>Exposure to strategic business initiatives</li><li>Long-term career progression opportunities</li><li>Stable and growing international business</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjk5NjcxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-11-10T18:51:33Z
- Chorley, Lancashire
- remote
- Permanent
- 90000 - 110000 GBP / Yearly
- <p> </p><p>We're partnering a fast-growing, Lancashire-based, private equity-backed technology business is looking to appoint an experienced Group Financial Controller to join its senior finance team.</p><p>The business operates internationally across the UK and Europe and is going through an exciting period of growth, driven by organic expansion, technology investment and acquisition. </p><p>This is a senior, hands-on Group FC role, reporting directly to the Group CFO and offering genuine scope to influence how the finance function develops as the business continues to scale.</p><h2>The role</h2><p>You will take ownership of the Group's financial reporting, consolidation, controls and accounting operations across 12 legal entities in the UK and Europe.</p><p>Alongside ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Group's financial reporting, you will work closely with the CFO, senior leadership team, private equity investors, auditors, tax advisers and banking partners.</p><p>The role will suit someone who enjoys operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and who can bring structure, rigour and commercial thinking without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and financial reporting process across 12 entities</p></li><li><p>Preparing consolidated financial statements in accordance with FRS 102</p></li><li><p>Overseeing the year-end statutory accounts process and managing external audit relationships</p></li><li><p>Ensuring balance sheet integrity, including key reconciliations and intercompany accounting</p></li><li><p>Leading the month-end close process and ensuring appropriate Group adjustments and eliminations</p></li><li><p>Managing Group tax compliance, working with external advisers and local finance teams across multiple jurisdictions</p></li><li><p>Preparing quarterly covenant and investor reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing Group cash flow and treasury, including the weekly 13-week cash flow forecast</p></li><li><p>Supporting banking requirements and facility utilisation</p></li><li><p>Providing technical accounting advice across the Group, including accounting for hedging and financial derivatives</p></li><li><p>Supporting acquisitions, due diligence and post-acquisition integration</p></li><li><p>Working with the CFO and PE investors on Group reporting and wider finance matters</p></li><li><p>Strengthening financial controls, governance and processes as the business scales</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve automation, systems and reporting</p></li><li><p>Working with finance teams across the Group to improve consistency and financial discipline</p></li><li><p>Supporting wider finance projects and system implementations</p></li></ul><h2>What we're looking for</h2><p>We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with a practice background and strong technical accounting and Group reporting experience. </p><p>You will have:</p><ul><li><p>Post-qualified experience within a PE backed Group finance environment</p></li><li><p>Strong consolidation and statutory reporting experience</p></li><li><p>Experience working across multiple entities and/or international operations</p></li><li><p>A strong technical accounting grounding</p></li><li><p>Experience dealing with auditors, advisers, banks and senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Exposure to private equity, high-growth or acquisitive businesses would be highly advantageous</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels</p></li></ul><p>Most importantly, you will be hands-on, pragmatic and commercially minded. This is not a role for someone who wants to operate purely at a reporting distance - you'll be close to the detail, but also expected to understand the wider business and contribute to its growth.</p><h2>Why join?</h2><p>This is an opportunity to join a growing international technology business at an important stage of its journey.</p><p>You will work closely with an experienced CFO and private equity stakeholders, with the opportunity to help shape the Group's financial infrastructure as it continues to grow through international expansion and acquisition.</p><p>For someone looking for a genuine Group FC position with breadth, visibility and the opportunity to make an impact, this is an excellent time to join.</p><p>Hybrid working is offered.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjkxMjA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-10-08T15:02:06Z
- Lancashire, Lancashire
- remote
- Permanent
- 90000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Group Financial Controller | Hybrid (2 days office / 3 days home) | £90k-£100k | Permanent | Lancashire | Must be able to start immediately / short notice </p><p>A growing, PE-backed UK business is looking to appoint a Group Financial Controller as part of its continued growth and development.</p><p>This is a senior, hands-on finance role with responsibility for Group financial control, reporting and governance across a multi-entity organisation. You'll work closely with the CFO and senior leadership team, while also taking ownership of the detail across Group reporting, consolidation, statutory accounts and technical accounting.</p><h3>The role</h3><p>You will take ownership of the Group's financial control environment, ensuring accurate and timely reporting and strong financial governance across the business.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and Group reporting process</p></li><li><p>Ownership of Group statutory accounts and year-end reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing the annual audit process and relationships with external auditors</p></li><li><p>Maintaining strong balance sheet integrity and financial controls</p></li><li><p>Overseeing intercompany accounting and reconciliations across multiple entities</p></li><li><p>Preparing and managing cashflow forecasts and supporting treasury activity</p></li><li><p>Providing technical accounting guidance and resolving complex accounting issues</p></li><li><p>Supporting tax compliance and working with external advisers</p></li><li><p>Preparing reporting for senior leadership, investors and other key stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Supporting financial reporting requirements associated with the Group's funding arrangements</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and systems</p></li><li><p>Supporting acquisitions, integration and other finance projects as the business continues to grow</p></li></ul><h3>About you</h3><p>We're looking for a qualified accountant with strong Group financial control experience and a hands-on approach.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</p></li><li><p>Significant experience across Group financial control and reporting</p></li><li><p>Strong experience across consolidation, statutory accounts and Group reporting</p></li><li><p>Good technical accounting knowledge, ideally across UK GAAP and IFRS</p></li><li><p>Experience managing external audits</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of balance sheet controls, intercompany and financial governance</p></li><li><p>Experience across cashflow forecasting and treasury</p></li><li><p>Ideally, experience within a PE-backed, acquisitive or fast-growing environment</p></li><li><p>Confidence working with CFOs, auditors, investors and senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>A practical approach and willingness to get into the detail rather than simply oversee from a distance</p></li></ul><h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li><p>£90,000-£120,000 salary</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working</p></li><li><p>Senior position within a growing and evolving Group</p></li><li><p>Direct exposure to the CFO and senior leadership team</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to play a key role in strengthening and developing the Group finance function</p></li><li><p>Broad remit covering technical finance, reporting, controls and strategic projects</p></li></ul><p><strong>Location:</strong> Lancashire<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £90,000-£120,000<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Hybrid</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi42MDczNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-10-08T11:04:09Z
- Colne, Lancashire
- remote
- Permanent
- 60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Senior Finance Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> East Lancashire (Hybrid - 3 days office based)</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed business to recruit a Senior Finance Manager based in East Lancashire. </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a commercially driven organisation that is investing heavily in its finance function as part of its next phase of growth. Working closely with the Group Finance Director and CFO, you will take ownership of the finance function for a significant trading division, playing a key role in strengthening financial reporting, improving controls and supporting operational decision-making.</p><p>This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to step into a broad leadership role with genuine progression towards Financial Controller.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will have responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, ensuring robust financial reporting while partnering with operational stakeholders across the business.</p><p>Working in a fast-paced, sales-led environment, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate financial information, driving process improvements and supporting the wider leadership team with commercial insight.</p><p>You'll also work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple UK locations as part of a well-supported Group Finance function.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own the end-to-end monthly management accounts process.</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, management information and detailed financial commentary.</li><li>Produce flash reporting and month-end reporting packs.</li><li>Complete journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Review and authorise supplier payments.</li><li>Oversee payroll processes.</li><li>Manage and support the local finance team while overseeing day-to-day financial operations.</li><li>Act as the primary finance contact for operational stakeholders.</li><li>Deliver meaningful financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting.</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.</li><li>Develop and enhance financial reporting to meet evolving stakeholder requirements.</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to financial controls, reporting and processes.</li><li>Build strong relationships with finance teams across multiple UK locations.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p><p>You'll be confident communicating with senior stakeholders, capable of influencing strong personalities and comfortable balancing operational support with robust financial control.</p><p><strong>You'll ideally have:</strong></p><ul><li>QBE or Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA</li><li>Strong experience producing end-to-end management accounts.</li><li>Excellent month-end reporting experience.</li><li>Experience preparing journals and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting experience.</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li><li>Experience using Sage Intacct or a comparable ERP system.</li><li>Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A proactive, positive and hands-on approach.</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid working (3 days per week on site).</li><li>25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li><li>Exposure to an experienced executive leadership team.</li><li>Genuine opportunity to influence finance transformation.</li><li>Clear progression towards Financial Controller.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative Group Finance environment.</li></ul><p>This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join a growing organisation where they can make a genuine impact while developing their career within a business undergoing significant investment and transformation.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjgxNjIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-09-30T10:31:07Z
- Keighley, West Yorkshire
- remote
- Permanent
- 45000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Finance Operations & Systems Manager</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Keighley<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £45,000 - £60,000 + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Finance Operations & Systems Manager to join a growing manufacturing business based in the Keighley area.</p><p>This is a newly created role offering the opportunity to become a key member of the finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you'll take ownership of core transactional finance operations while driving process improvements, automation and AI initiatives across the finance function.</p><p>The business has a strong finance team in place but is looking for someone who can challenge the status quo, introduce new ideas and help modernise the way finance supports the wider organisation.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day finance operations including sales invoicing, credit control, bank reconciliations, payments, commissions and banking activities</li><li>Manage and develop existing finance team members</li><li>Act as a senior point of escalation for transactional finance matters</li><li>Drive process improvement and identify opportunities to automate manual activities</li><li>Lead finance transformation initiatives, including the introduction of AI and digital tools</li><li>Review existing controls and workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy</li><li>Support the Finance Director with projects and wider business initiatives</li><li>Work closely with operational stakeholders across the business</li><li>Assist with the continued development and optimisation of SAP processes</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Candidate</strong></p><p>The successful candidate is likely to be:</p><ul><li>Qualified by experience, part-qualified or formally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)</li><li>Experienced managing transactional and operational finance functions</li><li>Naturally curious with a track record of improving processes and implementing change</li><li>Comfortable challenging existing ways of working and bringing fresh ideas</li><li>Systems-minded with strong Excel and finance systems experience</li><li>SAP experience would be highly advantageous</li><li>A hands-on leader who enjoys developing people and creating efficiencies</li><li>Based within a commutable distance of their office </li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£45,000 - £60,000 depending on experience</li><li>Opportunity to shape and modernise the finance function</li><li>Direct exposure to the Finance Director and senior leadership team</li><li>Long-term career opportunity within a stable and growing business</li><li>Varied role combining finance operations, systems improvement and business transformation</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjQ5ODM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-11-04T14:41:37Z
- Leeds, West Yorkshire
- remote
- Permanent
- 40000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Part-Time Charity Finance Manager</strong><br /><strong>Location:</strong> Just outside Ilkley<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000 - £55,000 FTE<br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> 3 days per week<br /><strong>Hybrid working:</strong> Available following initial settling-in period</p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be supporting a well-regarded charity in the search for a Part-Time Finance Manager to join their team based just outside of Ilkley.</p><p>Reporting to the Operations Director, this is a broad and rewarding role with responsibility for overseeing all finance activities across the charity. You will play a key role in ensuring the organisation remains financially strong, compliant with relevant legislation, and well-positioned to support its ongoing mission.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a hands-on role, partnering with senior stakeholders, and making a meaningful impact within a values-driven organisation.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul><li>Managing the day-to-day finance function for the charity</li><li>Preparing timely and accurate financial reports for senior leadership</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management</li><li>Producing management accounts and financial analysis</li><li>Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and charity legislation</li><li>Supporting audit processes and year-end reporting</li><li>Overseeing financial controls and identifying areas for process improvement</li><li>Providing financial insight to support strategic and operational decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><ul><li>Ideally fully qualified, although strong QBE candidates will also be considered</li><li>Previous experience in a broad finance role, ideally with ownership of the full finance function</li><li>Strong technical finance skills and a sound understanding of financial controls and compliance</li><li>Able to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Organised, proactive and comfortable working independently</li></ul><p>In return, the organisation can offer a flexible 3-day-per-week position, the opportunity to work for a highly worthwhile cause, and hybrid working once you are established in the role.</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci4yMzIyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-10-14T09:24:09Z