<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of Finance on behalf of a specialist service business with offices on the edge of Bedford and Ampthill.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Head of Finance you will lead the UK Finance Operations and partner with he UK head and International Parent to drive financial accuracy, aid in strategic decision making and manage key internal and external stakeholders. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Business Partnering & Strategic Support.</li><li>Provide financial insights and analysis to support business decisions and growth initiatives.</li><li>Defining and implementing change in processes across the business to drive efficiency.</li></ul><ul><li>Support the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes with a focus on precision and relevance.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning and performance tracking.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results and forecasts.</li></ul><ul><li>Oversee all UK accounting operations, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and drive process improvements.</li><li>Ongoing Balance Sheet control and review.</li><li> In charge of consolidated accounts for entities and statutory accounts for UK entities.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including group finance, operations, and HR.</li><li>Represent UK finance in global forums and contribute to group-wide initiatives.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant and have a strong combination of technical accounting and commercial acumen, leadership qualities and the ability to work at a Board Level to provide insight and updates. Role of Head of Finance is critical to the ongoing development and change for the UK business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Head of Finance is working on a 5 day a week basis from the office with some flex based near Bedford and Ampthill and offering a salary of £70-90K + Excellent 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTMzNzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed organisation to appoint a Group Financial Controller. This is a critical leadership role within a complex, multi-site business operating on a significant scale, with an active M&A strategy and a clear medium-term value creation plan.</p><p>Reporting directly to the CFO, you will act as a senior finance leader with end-to-end responsibility for group controllership, financial governance, and integration of acquisitions across a large operational footprint.</p><p> <strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all group financial control, including month-end, statutory reporting, balance sheet ownership, and audit</li><li>Operate as a key finance partner to the PE investors, delivering high-quality reporting, insight, and governance</li><li>Oversee finance operations across 50+ sites/units, ensuring consistency, controls, and scalability</li><li>Own cashflow, working capital, treasury, and covenant reporting</li><li>Play a central role in mergers & acquisitions, including due diligence, integration, and post-acquisition optimisation</li><li>Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, multi-layered finance team</li><li>Support value creation initiatives, systems improvement, and exit readiness</li></ul><p> <strong>Required Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</li><li>Proven experience in a private equity-backed environment</li><li>Senior finance leadership experience within a multi-site business (50+ units essential)</li><li>Strong track record of M&A exposure, including integration of acquired businesses</li><li>Comfortable operating in fast-paced, change-driven environments with high stakeholder visibility</li><li>Commercially astute, hands-on, and able to balance strategic leadership with operational detail</li></ul><p> <strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>£100,000 - £125,000 base salary</li><li>Meaningful equity participation</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Opportunity to play a key role in a value creation and exit journey</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjQ4MzU4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Management Accountant</strong><br />London (Hybrid) | International Finance Team</p><p>Are you ready to make an impact in a company driving global sustainability? Join a rapidly growing engineering and technology business that's leading the way in biofuel innovation and energy efficiency.</p><h3><strong>About the Company</strong></h3><p>Our client is a pioneering clean technology organisation at the forefront of the transition to a net-zero future. With operations spanning the UK, North America, and Europe, they're helping reshape how the world thinks about sustainable energy.</p><p>Due to continued global growth, the finance function is evolving to support transformation projects, strengthen multi-entity reporting, and deliver high-quality insights across several jurisdictions.</p><h3><strong>The Role</strong></h3><p>As a <strong>Management Accountant</strong>, you'll play a key part in the financial operations of a dynamic, international business. You'll support group consolidation, ensure accurate reporting, and assist with audits across entities in the UK, Canada, the US, and Germany.</p><p>This position offers exposure to complex, multi-currency environments, with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement in financial systems and processes.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Assist with preparation of group consolidation, management, and statutory accounts</p></li><li><p>Oversee purchase ledger, including POs, invoice posting, accruals, and prepayments</p></li><li><p>Manage supplier payments and treasury processes across multiple banking platforms</p></li><li><p>Monitor cash flow and manage group deposits</p></li><li><p>Handle VAT and indirect tax submissions across various regions</p></li><li><p>Maintain payroll reconciliations and assist with onboarding/offboarding staff</p></li><li><p>Post month-end journals, reconciliations, and FX adjustments</p></li><li><p>Support annual audits and collaborate with external auditors</p></li><li><p>Generate financial and analytical reports from ERP systems (SAP Business ByDesign preferred)</p></li><li><p>Contribute to finance system and BI tool enhancements</p></li></ul><h3><strong>About You</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</p></li><li><p>Experience working within a multi-entity, multi-currency environment</p></li><li><p>Sound knowledge of payroll, tax, and treasury</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with SAP Business ByDesign or similar ERP system (advantageous)</p></li><li><p>Exposure to project-based or time-and-bill environments (beneficial)</p></li><li><p>Genuine interest in sustainability and innovation</p></li></ul><h3><strong>What's on Offer</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Competitive salary and benefits package</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to be part of a global business with a clear environmental purpose</p></li><li><p>Career development within a supportive and collaborative finance team</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working model based in London</p></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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi44NDE0My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Management Accountant to assist them for 2-3 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Management Accountant to assist them for 2-3 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Preparation and reporting of monthly management accounts, including analytical review of the results and communicating underlying trends to the FD.</li><li>Lead the development of annual budget and quarterly financial forecasts.</li><li>Review of nominal ledger and balance sheet accounts, including posting of accrual journals in line with budget and real time knowledge.</li><li>Review of accrued and deferred net sales in line with revenue recognition principals and preparation of journals</li><li>Monitor and manage the agency's cash flow to ensure liquidity and prevent financial risk and reporting to HQ</li><li>Oversee billing and credit control function</li><li>Lead year-end reporting and audit</li><li>Oversee WIP management</li><li>Sign-off payment runs and bank transactions</li><li>Track and analyse financial performance, identifying key trends and potential areas for improvement.</li><li>Acknowledges the full extent of responsibilities and can prioritise a workplan that facilitates both the team and their reporting deadlines.</li><li>Provides insight and expertise to strengthen finance expertise and stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Can work with theoretical insight and information to draw recommendations.</li><li>Lead charge ability and utilisation reporting meeting with annotated analysis and recommendations.</li><li>Reviews overhead budgets vs actual.</li><li>Can advise how to better improve EBITDA without compromising on ROI</li><li>Understands the requirements of cash flow for project work, assisting internal and external teams accordingly.</li><li>Helps drives commercial understanding and financial process throughout the client service team.</li><li>Work with clients on financial matters related to project budgets, invoicing, and payment schedules.</li><li>Completes Performance review meetings with direct reports and provides feedback on wider team when requested.</li><li>Helps support project teams, upskilling, training, inducting as required.</li><li>Manage and mentor the finance team, ensuring their professional development and effectiveness.</li><li>Working closely with the Managing Director and Heads of Departments, including their account management and operations team to provide financial guidance and support for commercial decision making.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Finance Manager will be either part-qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or Qualified by experience and ideally have previous experience experience working in Creative, PR, Advertising, Marketing or Media.</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 Media 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 Finance Manager role will be paying circa £22.50 - £27.50 per hour, dependant on experience.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjczNjM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a Trading platform in London to recruit an immediate Accountant for a 6 month interim role.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Accountant for a 6 month contract. As part of this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul><li>Monthly management accounts preparation (2nd draft) 1st draft covered by finance analyst</li><li>Review coordination and variance analysis</li><li>Departmental analysis and reporting </li><li>Process improvement initiatives</li><li>Support daily bank reconciliation</li><li>Revenue recognition</li><li>Review Funds Transfer and controls accounts - investigate variances and post adjustments when required.</li><li>Daily Revenue and profits reconciliation (trading system to accounting system), investigate variances and escalate where necessary.</li><li>Working with settlements/treasury and HOD on any variances to debtors/creditors and banks.</li><li>Daily Safeguarding and profits movements alongside finance analyst.</li><li>Working out commissions - reporting to payroll on time. Dealing with queries from front office.</li><li>Manage rolling forecasts - 1st draft.</li><li>Monthly departmental reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this role will be a qualified Accountant, ACA, ACCA, CIMA and have experience working within a small / medium sized firm where they have been hands on with tasks ranging from daily bank reconciliations, to ownership of the balance sheet. You will have also have the chance to implement and improve processes within the finance function. </p><p>You must be immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is a Trading platform based in London. They are looking for an immediate, interim accountant to join them on for 6 months. You will be based in the office 4 days per week. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim Accountant role will be paying circa £375-420 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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi41MjA2NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="0" data-end="57"><strong data-start="0" data-end="55">Systems Accountant - Hybrid, London</strong></p><p data-start="0" data-end="57"><strong data-end="55" data-start="0">£65,000-£78,000k plus extensive benefits </strong></p><p data-end="354" data-start="59">A major UK public sector and government membership organisation is undertaking a significant modernisation of its financial systems and is seeking a skilled Systems Accountant to lead this transformation. This role sits at the heart of strengthening controls, improving processes and delivering high-quality system upgrades.</p><h3 data-start="361" data-end="377"><strong data-start="365" data-end="377">The Role</strong></h3><ul data-end="926" data-start="378"><li data-start="378" data-end="500"><p data-end="500" data-start="380">Lead the upgrade and implementation of core finance systems, including expenses, purchase order and budgeting modules.</p></li><li data-start="501" data-end="614"><p data-start="503" data-end="614">Oversee system controls, user access and supplier management to ensure security, quality and value for money.</p></li><li data-end="721" data-start="615"><p data-end="721" data-start="617">Deliver effective training and support to users, ensuring consistent adoption across the organisation.</p></li><li data-end="836" data-start="722"><p data-end="836" data-start="724">Work closely with Finance, IT and project teams to ensure alignment and integration with wider system changes.</p></li><li data-end="926" data-start="837"><p data-end="926" data-start="839">Continually improve financial systems, documentation, controls and reporting processes.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="933" data-end="963"><strong data-start="937" data-end="963">What We're Looking For</strong></h3><ul data-end="1539" data-start="964"><li data-start="964" data-end="1075"><p data-start="966" data-end="1075">Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA) with strong systems accounting experience in a large organisation.</p></li><li data-end="1183" data-start="1076"><p data-end="1183" data-start="1078">Proven background delivering major system upgrades or implementations, ideally with Microsoft Dynamics.</p></li><li data-end="1271" data-start="1184"><p data-end="1271" data-start="1186">Strong analytical skills and proficiency with reporting tools and Microsoft Office.</p></li><li data-start="1272" data-end="1357"><p data-end="1357" data-start="1274">Confident communicator able to train users and manage key supplier relationships.</p></li><li data-end="1444" data-start="1358"><p data-start="1360" data-end="1444">Collaborative, adaptable and comfortable working under pressure to meet deadlines.</p></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/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS4yMDA2OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2 class="sr-only"><strong data-start="0" data-end="50">Tax Accountant - Hybrid, London</strong></h2><p><strong data-end="50" data-start="0">£60,000-£68,500 + extensive benefits </strong></p><p data-start="54" data-end="328">A major UK public sector and government membership organisation is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to lead its taxation strategy and ensure robust compliance across multiple entities. This is a key advisory role supporting senior leadership and acting as the organisation's primary link with HMRC.</p><h3 data-start="335" data-end="351"><strong data-end="351" data-start="339">The Role</strong></h3><ul data-start="352" data-end="991"><li data-start="352" data-end="444"><p data-start="354" data-end="444">Lead all areas of taxation including VAT, Corporation Tax and employment tax compliance.</p></li><li data-start="445" data-end="559"><p data-start="447" data-end="559">Act as the main liaison with HMRC, representing the organisation's position and supporting policy discussions.</p></li><li data-end="645" data-start="560"><p data-end="645" data-start="562">Advise senior management on tax implications of major decisions and transactions.</p></li><li data-start="646" data-end="775"><p data-start="648" data-end="775">Ensure compliance with IR35, P46, P11D and wider employment tax requirements in partnership with HR, Payroll and Procurement.</p></li><li data-start="776" data-end="886"><p data-start="778" data-end="886">Oversee capital allowances, subsidiary tax strategy and project work such as restructuring or divestments.</p></li><li data-start="887" data-end="991"><p data-start="889" data-end="991">Support statutory accounts production and maintain clear, robust tax policies across the organisation.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1028" data-start="998"><strong data-start="1002" data-end="1028">What We're Looking For</strong></h3><ul data-start="1029" data-end="1633"><li data-end="1136" data-start="1029"><p data-start="1031" data-end="1136">Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong UK tax experience.</p></li><li data-end="1234" data-start="1137"><p data-end="1234" data-start="1139">Proven background across VAT, Corporation Tax and employment taxes in a complex organisation.</p></li><li data-end="1315" data-start="1235"><p data-end="1315" data-start="1237">Confident dealing with HMRC and capable of influencing on technical matters.</p></li><li data-end="1434" data-start="1316"><p data-end="1434" data-start="1318">Strong analytical skills, sound judgement and the ability to offer clear, pragmatic advice to senior stakeholders.</p></li><li data-end="1550" data-start="1435"><p data-end="1550" data-start="1437">Collaborative, organised and detail-driven, able to work effectively with Finance, HR, Payroll and Procurement.</p></li><li data-start="1551" data-end="1633"><p data-start="1553" data-end="1633">Experience within unions, membership bodies or group structures is an advantage.</p></li></ul><br><br><br><br><br><br><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/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS44MTczMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="83" data-end="237">Finance Manager<br data-end="101" / data-start="98"> Location: Uxbridge (1 day per week in the office)<br data-end="153" data-start="150" /> Salary: c. £65,000 FTE (part-time, 22.5 hours per week)</p><p data-end="237" data-start="83"><br data-end="211" / data-start="208">Robert Half are delighted to be exclusively supporting a well-established, values-led healthcare organisation in the recruitment of a Finance Manager. <strong>This part-time role (0.6 FTE)</strong> offers the opportunity to take ownership of financial reporting, budgeting and business partnering while contributing to vital community services.</p><p data-start="568" data-end="863">Sitting within a collaborative finance team and reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll oversee day-to-day reporting activities, support strategic decision-making, and work closely with both operational and clinical stakeholders. Only one day per week is required in their Uxbridge office.</p><p data-end="1884" data-start="865">The Role<br data-end="876" data-start="873" /> As Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include:<br /> * Leading and developing the work of the Finance Business Partner and Management Accountant<br / data-start="1023" data-end="1026"> * Delivering comprehensive budgeting, forecasting and month-end reporting<br data-end="1102" / data-start="1099"> * Producing detailed variance analysis and providing insight to budget holders and the Board<br data-end="1197" / data-start="1194"> * Supporting and deputising for the Financial Controller where required<br data-end="1271" data-start="1268" /> * Attending key internal and external stakeholder meetings, representing the finance function<br data-start="1364" / data-end="1367"> * Developing costings, pricing models and financial appraisals for new services and proposals<br data-end="1463" / data-start="1460"> * Ensuring statutory, compliance and tax obligations are met with support from external advisors<br data-end="1562" / data-start="1559"> * Identifying opportunities for financial efficiency, improved income and enhanced reporting<br data-start="1654" / data-end="1657"> * Building relationships with partners across the wider health economy<br / data-start="1727" data-end="1730"> * Supporting year-end processes, including reconciliations and analysis<br data-start="1801" / data-end="1804"> * Contributing to continuous improvement across financial processes and controls</p><p data-start="1886" data-end="2484">About You<br / data-start="1895" data-end="1898"> The ideal candidate will be:<br /> * ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong post-qualification experience<br data-start="1998" / data-end="2001"> * Skilled across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and analysis<br / data-start="2074" data-end="2077"> * Comfortable influencing senior stakeholders and presenting financial information clearly<br data-end="2170" / data-start="2167"> * Experienced working in a multi-disciplinary finance team<br data-end="2231" / data-start="2228"> * Highly organised, proactive and adaptable, with excellent attention to detail<br data-start="2310" / data-end="2313"> * Strong in Excel and confident using modern accounting systems (QuickBooks experience desirable)<br data-end="2413" / data-start="2410"> * Experience in healthcare or the NHS is advantageous but not essential</p><p data-end="2761" data-start="2486">Why This Role?<br data-end="2503" data-start="2500" /> * Meaningful finance position with influence across a growing organisation<br data-end="2580" / data-start="2577"> * Part-time flexibility (22.5 hours per week)<br data-end="2628" data-start="2625" /> * Purpose-driven environment supporting essential services<br data-end="2689" data-start="2686" /> * Opportunity to impact both operational and strategic decision-making</p><p data-start="2763" data-end="2920">If you're looking for a broad, impactful Finance Manager role with flexibility and purpose, apply today or 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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuODA1MTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Duties: </strong></p><ul><li>Ensuring all month end journals and reconciliations across all Group entities are completed on time, working with the Group Financial Controller, AP Manager, Director of Commercial Finance and Credit Controller & Commercial Finance Lead to prepare accurate and timely monthly and half-yearly reporting.</li><li>Posting of business as usual and month end journals and preparation of balance sheet reconciliations and income statement expense review files.</li><li>Leading the inter-company elimination and reporting process for Group companies.</li><li>Prepare monthly / bi-monthly and quarterly VAT returns for the Group's UK and Irish entities, as well as developing a CIS reporting process.</li><li>Leading the IFRS 16 Right of Use asset accounting process for the London Office and Electric vehicle fleet.</li><li>Assisting with the management of the Irish legacy operations and wind down / management of SPVs.</li><li>Supporting preparation of the monthly CFO board pack reports and periodic external reporting requirements, including work on consolidated Group reporting.</li><li>Support preparation of the Group consolidation under IFRS across a number of entities and associated financial disclosures for the consolidated and single entity financial statements.</li><li>Liaising with external auditors to provide support and documentation, ensuring an efficient audit process</li><li>Working closely with IT in streamlining Netsuite ERP reporting.</li><li>Business partnering with Group cost centres in order to assist with budgeting, forecasting, monthly review of expenditure and performance.</li><li>Liaison with HR to assist in the monthly payroll process, including payroll review, postings and reconciliation of associate balance sheet creditors including PAYE and pension control accounts.</li><li>Engagement in ad-hoc projects to support the Group as required.</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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuODY3MzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in <strong>Thame</strong> to recruit an <strong>Accountant</strong>. The Accountant will receive a salary up to <strong>£55,000</strong> along with attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote working</strong>! This is a varied role and would best suit an Accountant with <strong>rounded experience</strong>.</p><p>Qualified by experience or part qualified applicants will also be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities;</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and coordinate month end balance sheet reporting for Direct and Indirect channel including intercompany and cash balances reconciliation within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Monthly Direct Channel income statement actual and forecasts submissions to group within agreed deadlines, with supporting analysis and commentary required for monthly reviews with group function.</li><li>Business Partnering with the Direct Channel to support business strategy and growth.</li><li>Budget preparation and submission for Direct Channel.</li><li>Support with internal and external audits management, by promptly providing required evidence and explanations, and proactively addressing any challenges or discrepancies that may arise.</li><li>Preparation and submission of monthly balance sheet reconciliation for review and approval by the Financial Director, ensuring accuracy and completeness (Stock, Accruals, Prepayments)</li><li>Create and maintain user friendly reports, to support monthly analysis of revenue and expenses, including variances and trends.</li><li>Finance expert for data modelling and dashboard creation, working closely with Finance Director and Finance Manager ensuring all reporting/analytical requirements are satisfied.</li><li>In depth analysis of historical data, with a view to providing clear recommendations for the future.</li></ul><p><strong>Key experience and attributes;</strong></p><ul><li>Min 5 years of experience in accounting functions.</li><li>Advanced Excel.</li><li>Power BI and experience in building dashboards</li><li>Excellent communication skills (ability to explain complex rules/processes in a simple manner, ability to communicate on all levels of hierarchy).</li><li>Proactive, with a "can do" attitude and drive for change.</li><li>Previous experience in process mapping and change management</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS40MTAwMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2 data-start="349" data-end="401"><strong data-start="352" data-end="399">Interim Financial Controller (Outside IR35)</strong></h2><p data-end="538" data-start="402"><strong data-start="402" data-end="482">£500-£600 per day | Bishops Stortford | Immediate Start | 3-6 Month Contract</strong><br data-start="482" / data-end="485"><br /></p><p data-end="1037" data-start="540">Robert Half are partnering with a well-established automotive group in Bishops Stortford to appoint an accomplished Interim Financial Controller. Our client is one of the UK's most respected names in high-end vehicle repair and restoration, working closely with leading global automotive brands. As they continue to expand and integrate operations across the group, they require an experienced interim to provide stability, leadership, and improved financial discipline during this critical phase.</p><p data-start="1039" data-end="1164">This assignment sits <strong data-start="1060" data-end="1076">outside IR35</strong> and requires someone who can operate confidently in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.</p><h3 data-end="1182" data-start="1166"> </h3><h3 data-end="1587" data-start="1559"><strong data-end="1587" data-start="1563">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><p data-start="1588" data-end="1621"><strong data-start="1588" data-end="1621">Financial Reporting & Control</strong></p><ul data-end="2139" data-start="1622"><li data-start="1622" data-end="1707"><p data-start="1624" data-end="1707">Lead the monthly reporting cycle and ensure accurate, timely management accounts.</p></li><li data-end="1779" data-start="1708"><p data-end="1779" data-start="1710">Drive the shift from cash-based reporting to a full accruals basis.</p></li><li data-end="1902" data-start="1780"><p data-start="1782" data-end="1902">Oversee balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations, journals, intercompany activity, and supporting schedules.</p></li><li data-end="2001" data-start="1903"><p data-start="1905" data-end="2001">Enhance internal controls, reporting timetables, and accounting processes across the business.</p></li><li data-end="2063" data-start="2002"><p data-start="2004" data-end="2063">Ensure adherence to UK GAAP and group financial policies.</p></li><li data-start="2064" data-end="2139"><p data-start="2066" data-end="2139">Prepare reporting outputs for group leadership and investor stakeholders.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2174" data-start="2141"><strong data-end="2174" data-start="2141">Business Partnering & Insight</strong></p><ul data-start="2175" data-end="2440"><li data-start="2175" data-end="2301"><p data-end="2301" data-start="2177">Collaborate directly with the Managing Director to interpret financial performance and support commercial decision-making.</p></li><li data-start="2302" data-end="2386"><p data-start="2304" data-end="2386">Provide clear analysis on revenue mix, margin development, and cost base trends.</p></li><li data-end="2440" data-start="2387"><p data-end="2440" data-start="2389">Contribute to the budgeting and forecasting cycles.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2468" data-start="2442"><strong data-start="2442" data-end="2468">Cash & Working Capital</strong></p><ul data-start="2469" data-end="2664"><li data-end="2552" data-start="2469"><p data-start="2471" data-end="2552">Produce short-term cash flow forecasts and oversee daily/weekly cash reporting.</p></li><li data-end="2664" data-start="2553"><p data-end="2664" data-start="2555">Monitor working capital performance, including debtor management, supplier payment cycles, and stock control.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2666" data-end="2699"><strong data-start="2666" data-end="2699">Systems & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul data-start="2700" data-end="2843"><li data-start="2700" data-end="2758"><p data-end="2758" data-start="2702">Standardise financial processes across multiple sites.</p></li><li data-start="2759" data-end="2843"><p data-start="2761" data-end="2843">Support integration activities as the business aligns with wider group frameworks.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2881" data-start="2845"><strong data-end="2881" data-start="2845">Leadership & Operational Support</strong></p><ul data-start="2882" data-end="3112"><li data-start="2882" data-end="2946"><p data-start="2884" data-end="2946">Provide guidance and management to the on-site finance team.</p></li><li data-end="3011" data-start="2947"><p data-end="3011" data-start="2949">Offer continuity and structure during organisational change.</p></li><li data-end="3112" data-start="3012"><p data-start="3014" data-end="3112">Assist the CFO/FD/FP&A team with ad hoc reporting, board packs, and investor information requests.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="3114" data-end="3131"><strong data-end="3131" data-start="3118">About You</strong></h3><ul data-start="3132" data-end="3622"><li data-end="3207" data-start="3132"><p data-start="3134" data-end="3207">A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical grounding.</p></li><li data-start="3208" data-end="3330"><p data-end="3330" data-start="3210">Proven experience in Financial Controller or senior finance leadership roles within an SME or mid-market organisation.</p></li><li data-start="3331" data-end="3422"><p data-start="3333" data-end="3422">Background in automotive, manufacturing, or operationally intensive sectors beneficial.</p></li><li data-start="3423" data-end="3527"><p data-end="3527" data-start="3425">Comfortable joining a fast-moving, private-equity-backed environment where rapid impact is expected.</p></li><li data-end="3622" data-start="3528"><p data-start="3530" data-end="3622">Hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of quickly identifying and implementing improvements.</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjQxMzkxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Management Accountant to assist them for 1 month. You will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts including P&L and balance sheet</li><li>Reconcile complex balance sheet accounts and ensure accuracy</li><li>Analyse variances and performance against budget</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and planning</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end accounting</li><li>Provide financial insights to support decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary management accountant will have excellent Excel skills and 3+ years experience in management accounts. </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 Design Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This temporary Management Accountant role will be paying circa £250-£300 per day via an umbrella company, 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/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjI0MTIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Sports Company in London to recruit immediate, temporary Assistant Accountant for 6 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate part time temporary, Assistant Accountant to assist them for 6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Maintaining relationships with both external and internal parties</li><li>Provide support to the Accounts Payable Assistant, if needed</li><li>Allocation of payments to suppliers</li><li>Support of the team - posting accounting entries, taking on certain areas</li><li>Managing VAT reconciliations in different countries with help of local tax advisors</li><li>Banking - payment entries and allocation</li><li>Annual financial audit - support</li><li>Support/guidance for other team members in various accounting tasks when required</li><li>Preparation of monthly management packs for our external consultants</li><li>Any Ad hoc task</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful part time temporary Assistant Accountant will either be a Finance graduate looking to gain entry level finance experience or you will have have 2+ years experience in Assistant Accountant.</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 Sports Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>These temporary Accounts Payable roles will be paying circa £19-£21 per hour, dependant on experience.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjQwNTAwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Senior Treasury Manager - 6 months - London (Hybrid) - up to £500 per day (Umbrella - Inside IR35)</strong></p><p>Are you a seasoned treasury professional ready to lead a critical function within a global business environment? Our client is seeking an interim Senior Treasury Manager to oversee and continuously improve its treasury operations, drive process optimisation, and ensure robust risk management across all legal entities and operating units.</p><p><strong>Role Overview:</strong><br /> As Interim Senior Treasury Manager you'll lead the end-to-end treasury function, including cash management, forecasting, policy development, and financial risk mitigation. You'll also spearhead initiatives to streamline processes and strengthen working capital, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class treasury support.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily cash management; ensure liquidity and optimise cash handling processes.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain accurate cash flow forecasting models (including rolling 13-week and annual forecasts).</li><li>Prepare and analyse treasury-related financial reports for leadership and external stakeholders.</li><li>Manage financial transactions and leverage automation to drive efficiency.</li><li>Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks (currency, credit, commodity).</li><li>Maintain and negotiate relationships with banks and financial institutions.</li><li>Design, enforce, and continuously improve treasury policies, procedures, and internal controls.</li><li>Lead, coach, and develop a team of two direct reports, plus collaborate with managed service provider resources.</li><li>Work with accounting, audit, FP&A, tax, and other teams to ensure compliance, process excellence, and optimal financial planning.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience & Skills Required:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years' experience in corporate treasury at Manager or Senior Manager level in a global business.</li><li>Recognised treasury qualification (preferred but not required),</li><li>Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., D365).</li><li>Deep attention to detail; proven organisational skills with the ability to manage simultaneous priorities and meet deadlines.</li><li>Ability to draft and evolve treasury policies; high awareness of regulatory frameworks.</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills.</li><li>Experience leading a team and driving process improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Interim Senior Treasury Manager - 6 months - London (Hybrid) - up to £500 per day (Umbrella - Inside IR35)</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/QW50aG9ueS5DbGFyay4xOTkxNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, Interim Management Accountant to assist them for 12 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Assist in preparing financial statements, including accurate and timely production of monthly management accounts.</li><li>Support the month-end close process by reviewing postings, making journal adjustments, and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Analyse and produce detailed aged debtor reports to monitor overdue accounts, prioritise collections, and inform stakeholders.</li><li>Perform balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are reconciled with supporting documentation.</li><li>Assist in fixed asset reconciliations, ensuring alignment between the general ledger and fixed asset register.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register by updating records for acquisitions, disposals, depreciation schedules, and transfers.</li><li>Act as key liaison with vendors to resolve invoicing or payment discrepancies and ensure good supplier relationships.</li><li>Collaborate with the accounts payable (AP) team</li><li>Clear any backlog of aged items to ensure the ledger remains up-to-date and accurate.</li><li>Analyse financial data to identify patterns in aged items and implement process improvements for quicker resolution.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful Interim Management Accountant will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or be qualified by experience. </p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Retail Company based in West London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This Interim Management Accountant role will be paying circa £300 - £350 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/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC43NDc3OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><h2><strong>Head of Finance / Future Finance Director</strong><br /> <strong>Holborn (Hybrid - minimum 3 days on site)</strong></h2><p>Robert Half isworking with a leading UK hospitality group is seeking an exceptional <strong>Head of Finance</strong> to step into a high-impact role with a clear progression path to <strong>Finance Director</strong> within the near future. </p><p>This is a rare opportunity to join a growing, people-focused business renowned for its strong brand presence across cafés, restaurants, and public venues nationwide. Due to an upcoming retirement, the successful candidate will benefit from a <strong>full, structured handover</strong> to ensure a smooth transition into the role.</p><h3><strong>The Opportunity</strong></h3><p>You'll lead the finance function, modernise systems and reporting, partner closely with senior stakeholders, and play a pivotal part in shaping the organisation's financial future. This position is ideal for a commercially minded finance leader who thrives in a dynamic, multi-site environment.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><br><br>Financial Control & Reporting<br><br><ul><li><p>Own day-to-day finance operations and deliver accurate monthly reporting</p></li><li><p>Oversee statutory accounts, audits, tax compliance, and balance sheet integrity</p></li><li><p>Strengthen and modernise financial systems, processes, and controls</p></li><li><p>Drive best-practice governance and enhance cashflow forecasting</p></li></ul><br><br>Systems & Process Improvement<br><br><ul><li><p>Review and redesign current finance systems and internal controls</p></li><li><p>Lead optimisation or selection of financial tools and platforms</p></li><li><p>Champion automation and efficiency across the department</p></li></ul><br><br>Commercial & Business Partnering<br><br><ul><li><p>Lead annual budgeting and support senior leadership with forecasting</p></li><li><p>Deliver clear, engaging reporting to operational teams</p></li><li><p>Partner with non-finance stakeholders to drive performance and cost improvements</p></li></ul><br><br>Leadership & Development<br><br><ul><li><p>Lead and develop the finance team, building a culture of ownership and continuous improvement</p></li><li><p>Progressively take on broader strategic responsibilities, becoming a business-facing Finance Director within 6-12 months</p></li></ul><h3><strong>About You</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience</p></li><li><p>Proven background as Financial Controller or Head of Finance, ideally within multi-site hospitality, retail, or FMCG</p></li><li><p>Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to modernise systems and controls</p></li><li><p>Confident communicator with senior stakeholders and operational teams</p></li><li><p>Highly organised and detail-driven, with commercial awareness and leadership ambition</p></li></ul><h3><strong>What's on Offer</strong></h3><ul><li><p>A succession-planned route to Finance Director</p></li><li><p>Hands-on exposure to both operational and strategic finance</p></li><li><p>Executive support for finance transformation and process improvement</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working (3 days on site in Holborn)</p></li><li><p>Competitive salary and benefits</p></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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi44MjYwNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Management Accountant to assist them for 12 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Preparation of Month end reporting pack and present to the Operational Chief Financial Officer</li><li>Provide detailed commentary and analysis in support of the monthly management reporting packs</li><li>Daily Revenue file to prepare and circulate within the finance team</li><li>Reconciliation of Revenue between multiple sources and platforms</li><li>Preparation of the monthly rolling forecasts for both costs and revenue</li><li>Play a key role in developing budgets, forecast and re forecast</li><li>Provision of ad-hoc financial data and analysis to Management</li><li>Monthly analysis and review of assigned balance sheet accounts</li><li>Preparation of various reports as part of the group reporting requirements</li><li>Preparation of the Monthly Board Reporting pack for presentation</li><li>Provide the Operational Chief Financial Officer with the financial impact of any asset operational issues that may arise</li><li>Collaboration with the commercial team in respect of auction strategy and reflecting updates in the financial reports</li><li>Coordinate with members of other departments to put together the Monthly Business Review Pack</li><li>Quarterly Risk Review meetings, responsible for preparing the report and leading the review during the meeting assisted by the Operational Chief Financial Officer and the risk committee members</li><li>Supporting IT and Process improvements within the financial reporting processes </li><li>Payment's administration in RBS Bankline (and other banking platforms as becomes relevant) in respect of account payable invoices and other payments</li><li>Manage and run the Account receivable Ledger, including resolution of queries, ensuring overdue debts are monitored and chased as required</li><li>Preparation of annual financial statements</li><li>Provide financial information to the wider finance team to support the monthly financial close process</li><li>Review the payment run prepared by the Financial Assistant</li><li>Assist with actual systems and procedures development, including development of effective internal controls in line with established best practice</li><li>Assist the Financial Controller with preparation for the year end audit including production of year end schedules</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Management Accountant will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and has experience working within an SME business. You will have experience with revenue recognition and IFRS15. </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 fast growing energy 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 Management Accountant role will be paying circa £14-£17 per hour, dependant on experience.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC4yMzE0NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-end="493" data-start="270">Robert Half are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced <strong data-start="340" data-end="370">Reconciliations Accountant</strong> to support a finance clean-up project in Basildon. This is a <strong data-start="432" data-end="463">4-week temporary assignment</strong> with the potential to extend.</p><p data-end="709" data-start="495">The successful candidate will play a key role in resolving historical accounting discrepancies, with a strong emphasis on <strong data-end="649" data-start="617">intercompany reconciliations</strong> and bringing structure to previously unreconciled accounts.</p><h3 data-start="716" data-end="744"><strong data-end="744" data-start="720">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-start="746" data-end="1146"><li data-end="814" data-start="746"><p data-start="748" data-end="814">Perform detailed reconciliations across multiple ledger accounts</p></li><li data-end="862" data-start="815"><p data-end="862" data-start="817">Investigate and clear unreconciled balances</p></li><li data-start="863" data-end="929"><p data-end="929" data-start="865">Focus heavily on <strong data-end="927" data-start="882">intercompany mismatches and discrepancies</strong></p></li><li data-end="977" data-start="930"><p data-start="932" data-end="977">Review historic postings and correct errors</p></li><li data-start="978" data-end="1018"><p data-end="1018" data-start="980">Support month-end tidy-up activities</p></li><li data-start="1019" data-end="1088"><p data-start="1021" data-end="1088">Document findings and provide supporting reconciliation schedules</p></li><li data-start="1089" data-end="1146"><p data-start="1091" data-end="1146">Drive accuracy and integrity across financial records</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1153" data-end="1170"><strong data-end="1170" data-start="1157">About You</strong></h3><ul data-start="1172" data-end="1565"><li data-end="1243" data-start="1172"><p data-end="1243" data-start="1174">Demonstrable experience in account reconciliation & ledger clean-up</p></li><li data-start="1244" data-end="1303"><p data-end="1303" data-start="1246">Understanding of <strong data-start="1263" data-end="1290">intercompany accounting</strong> principles</p></li><li data-start="1304" data-end="1370"><p data-start="1306" data-end="1370">Comfortable working with messy data and incomplete information</p></li><li data-end="1437" data-start="1371"><p data-end="1437" data-start="1373">Strong Excel skills and hands-on accounting systems experience</p></li><li data-end="1491" data-start="1438"><p data-end="1491" data-start="1440">Highly analytical with strong attention to detail</p></li><li data-end="1565" data-start="1492"><p data-start="1494" data-end="1565">Available for immediate start & able to commute to Basildon full-time</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1602" data-start="1572"><strong data-start="1576" data-end="1602">Additional Information</strong></h3><ul data-start="1604" data-end="1773"><li data-end="1623" data-start="1604"><p data-start="1606" data-end="1623"><strong data-end="1616" data-start="1606">Start:</strong> ASAP</p></li><li data-end="1671" data-start="1624"><p data-start="1626" data-end="1671"><strong data-start="1626" data-end="1639">Location:</strong> Basildon (fully office-based)</p></li><li data-end="1708" data-start="1672"><p data-start="1674" data-end="1708"><strong data-start="1674" data-end="1683">Rate:</strong> £15-£18 per hour (DOE)</p></li><li data-end="1773" data-start="1709"><p data-start="1711" data-end="1773"><strong data-end="1724" data-start="1711">Duration:</strong> 4 weeks (extension likely depending on progress)</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjQ1NTM3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Financial Services has partnered with a global investment management firm based in the City of London to hire a Group Reporting Manager. The Group Reporting Manager will have a broad and hands on role and will be responsible for several entities. </p><p>The Person</p><p>The successful Group Reporting Manager for this City of London based investment management firm will be an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with at least four years of post qualified experience. Reporting experience and group consolidations experience are essential. All candidates must be available to work within one month maximum. </p><p>The Company</p><p>My client is a global investment management firm with several billion pounds of assets under management. They are based in the city of London.</p><p>Salary & Benefits</p><p>The successful Group Reporting Manager for this central London based investment manager will receive a salary of c.£90,000 (highly dependent on skills and experience) plus a competitive bonus and benefits package. </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/U2FsaW1hLkl6YWdhcmVuLjM3OTMxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>The Client</strong></p><p>Based in Battersea, my client is a major, innovation-focused multinational conglomerate listed on a leading global stock exchange. Employing hundreds of thousands of people across dozens of countries worldwide, the organisation operates a few core strategic business sectors, including logistics, real estate and consumer retail.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Managing the Accounts Payable cycle, including tracking approval and processing of invoices, purchase orders, and expense claims, ensuring costs are recorded in the correct period and nominal codes are accurate.</li><li>Planning and executing regular payment runs while maintaining strong supplier and internal department relationships to ensure timely payments and quick query resolution.</li><li>Performing monthly bank reconciliation and preparing the associated journals.</li><li>Ensuring meticulous record-keeping for petty cash across all departments, including preparing monthly reconciliations and journals.</li><li>Processing and paying employee expense claims.</li><li>Preparing and submitting monthly VAT returns and ensuring all Accounts Payable activities strictly adhere to relevant company policy.</li><li>Providing ad hoc analysis and reports as required by senior finance team members.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Profile</strong></p><p>To apply for this role you will have between 6 months to 1 years experience in accounting and finance. You will be ambitious and keen to progress. You will be confident in nature and comfortable liasing with senior figures within the busainess.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£28,000- 32,000</p><p>3 days a week in the office</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/SmVybWFpbmUuTHluY2guOTMwMjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a Luxury Retail brand to hire an immediate, interim Finance Manager for a 3-6 month interim role.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Finance Manager for a 3-6 month role and as part of this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul><li>Oversee and process accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely and accurate transactions.</li><li>Maintain clean, up-to-date ledgers and support credit control activities where required.</li><li>Prepare and post journals, including accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Full ownership of the Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet for four entities.</li><li>Deliver timely and accurate month-end reporting packs with variance analysis and commentary.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.</li><li>Prepare and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts across all entities.</li><li>Monitor cash positions, identify risks, and support management decision-making.</li><li>Collate, review, and process time-sheets and monthly payroll data for submission to the outsourced payroll provider.</li><li>Perform required checks, reconciliations, and liaise with the provider to resolve issues.</li><li>Prepare quarterly consolidations for group reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate will have the following profile:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or qualified by experience.</li><li>Strong background working in an SME environment, with comfort managing broad and hands-on responsibilities.</li><li>Demonstrable experience producing management accounts, maintaining cash flow forecasts, and coordinating payroll.</li><li>Experience managing and developing a small finance team, with willingness to dive into transactional tasks when required.</li><li>Confident preparing multi-entity management information and reconciliations.</li><li>Strong Excel capability and proficiency with finance systems.</li></ul><p> </p><p>You must be immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is a luxury Retail brand based in West London who offers a 3-6 month interim Finance Manager role. Please note this role will be based in the office 5 days per week. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim Finance Manager role will be paying circa £350-400 per day via an umbrella company, 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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi43ODU1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager</strong></p><p>Southwest London (Hybrid - 3 days in the office)<br />Full-time | Permanent | £Competitive + Benefits</p><p>Are you an experienced finance professional looking to lead a dynamic team within an international sports organisation? This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to take ownership of a broad finance function, drive improvements, and play a key role in shaping financial operations for a respected global body in the sports sector.</p><h3><strong>About the Organisation</strong></h3><p>Robert Half is partnergin with a long-established international governing body in the sports industry, dedicated to promoting the growth, integrity, and sustainability of its sport worldwide. With operations across more than 200 member nations, the organisation delivers global tournaments, manages international events, and drives development programmes that shape the future of the game.</p><h3><strong>The Opportunity</strong></h3><p>As <strong>Finance Manager</strong>, you'll oversee financial management across multiple entities - leading a team of five and ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls, and efficient processes. You'll manage month-end close, consolidated accounts, audits, and tax compliance, while also driving automation and process improvements within finance systems such as NetSuite and Pleo.</p><p>This is a hands-on leadership role that combines financial control, systems management, and team development within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Lead the preparation of management accounts and consolidated financial statements.</p></li><li><p>Oversee financial reporting, audits, VAT/GST submissions, and P11d compliance.</p></li><li><p>Manage a team of five, fostering professional growth and high performance.</p></li><li><p>Supervise day-to-day finance operations including AP, AR, and credit cards.</p></li><li><p>Drive improvements and automation within finance systems (ERP/NetSuite).</p></li><li><p>Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>About You</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA).</p></li><li><p>At least 2 years' experience in a finance management or supervisory role.</p></li><li><p>Strong technical knowledge and experience preparing consolidated accounts.</p></li><li><p>Confident working with multi-currency entities and complex group structures.</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel and financial systems experience (NetSuite preferred).</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>A proactive leader who enjoys coaching others and improving processes.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>What's on Offer</strong></h3><ul><li><p>25 days' annual leave + UK bank holidays.</p></li><li><p>Private healthcare and wellbeing allowance.</p></li><li><p>Pension scheme and life assurance.</p></li><li><p>Free lunches and healthy office snacks.</p></li><li><p>Cycle-to-work scheme and free parking.</p></li><li><p>35-hour working week (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; core hours 10am-4pm).</p></li></ul><h3><strong>How to Apply</strong></h3><p>If you're ready to step into a pivotal finance leadership role within an international organisation, we'd love to hear from you.<br />Please submit your CV and cover letter quoting Finance Manager in the subject line.<br />Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available for this position.</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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4wNDI3MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>🚀 Interim Group Finance Business Partner (6-Month Contract)</p><p>📍 Buckinghamshire (Hybrid - 2/3 days per week in the office)</p><p>💰 Up to £70,000 pro rata</p><p>Are you a commercially minded Finance Business Partner who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-site environment? We're looking for an experienced finance professional to join a dynamic organisation on a 6-month contract, providing strategic financial insight and driving performance across the group.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Group Finance Business Partner, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate, insightful financial information and acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders. You'll lead budgeting and forecasting across multiple sites, support capital expenditure planning, and help shape key business decisions through meaningful financial analysis.</p><p>This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your insight will directly influence strategy, efficiency, and investment decisions.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Lead the budgeting and forecasting process across multiple business units.</p><p>Deliver timely, insightful financial reporting to guide strategic and operational decisions.</p><p>Support CapEx planning and monitoring, ensuring investments align with business priorities.</p><p>Analyse performance against budgets and forecasts, providing clear recommendations for improvement.</p><p>Partner with senior leaders and cost centre managers to drive financial accountability and efficiency.</p><p>Identify opportunities to enhance cost control and operational effectiveness across the organisation.</p><p>About You</p><p>Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent).</p><p>Proven experience in a Finance Business Partner role within a multi-site or complex business environment.</p><p>Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling skills.</p><p>Experience supporting or managing capital expenditure projects.</p><p>Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.</p><p>Commercially astute, proactive, and passionate about driving continuous improvement.</p><p>What's on Offer</p><p>6-month contract with a competitive salary up to £70,000 (pro rata).</p><p>Hybrid working - 2/3 days per week in the office.</p><p>A chance to make a tangible impact in a strategic, business-critical role.</p><p>📩 Interested?</p><p>If you're an experienced Finance Business Partner ready to add value in a fast-moving, multi-site environment, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy40OTk2MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading organisation in the insurance sector, currently undergoing a major transformation across its finance and accounting functions. They are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support critical change initiatives in the actuarial function.</p><p><strong>What you'll be doing;</strong></p><ul><li>Leading end-to-end business analysis across major finance and actuarial transformation programmes.</li><li>Partnering with Actuarial, Finance, Operations, and IT leads to facilitate workshops and interviews for gathering, analysing, and validating business, functional, and non-functional requirements.</li><li>Analysing current (AS-IS) processes and systems to identify inefficiencies, control gaps, and automation opportunities, recommending improvements for accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.</li><li>Producing BA artefacts - including BRDs, FRDs, traceability matrices, and business readiness plans - aligned with governance and audit standards.</li><li>Coordinating cross-functional and vendor activities, tracking project milestones, managing dependencies, and escalating risks or issues to maintain delivery timelines.</li></ul><p><strong>What we're looking for;</strong></p><ul><li>Strong background in insurance (life, reinsurance, or general insurance).</li><li>Experience on finance or actuarial transformation projects, including systems, process, or regulatory change.</li><li>Solid business analysis capabilities: requirements gathering, documentation, process mapping, stakeholder management.</li><li>Strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.</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/VGFobWluYS5NYW1ldG92YS4wNDQyMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>This newly created Financial Controller</strong><strong> r</strong><strong>ole </strong><strong>for a Growing Fintech/payment firm paying £75,000 to £85,000 depending on experience with a Discretionary bonus, based in Heart of the City on a Permanent basis and operate 2 days in the office policy. </strong></p><p> <strong>Role</strong></p><p>As an Financial Controller, you will work closely with the Head of Finance who is all about internal growth and development. Please find a brief outline of the role below:</p><ul><li>Prepare P&L and Balance Sheet analyses for group entities, including overseas subsidiaries.</li><li>Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and reviews, including prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, and inventory.</li><li>Support with monthly consolidated Group report, including management accounts commentary and analysis</li><li>Perform client money bank reconciliations across systems</li><li>Analyse monthly fee revenue, ensuring correct split between UK and EU acquiring entities.</li><li>Prepare and submit annual and quarterly FCA returns.</li><li>Assist in preparing Group Consolidated Financial Statements under IFRS, including notes and disclosures.</li><li>Support external audits and FCA safeguarding audits.</li><li>Prepare IFRS-related workings</li><li>Coordinate with local accountants to prepare international subsidiary accounts.</li><li>Key role in upcoming system implementation</li><li>Prepare bespoke analyses and reports for senior management.</li><li>Support automation initiatives and participate in finance process redesign projects.</li><li>Coordinate with tax advisors on corporation tax, VAT, and transfer pricing compliance.</li><li>Ensuring the internal controls and processes remain fit for purpose, driving change where required</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The Financial Controller for this Fintech/payment firm is ideally for the below</p><ul><li>An Audit Trained Accountant</li><li>At least 2 years' post qualification experience working in a similar role</li><li>Strong Experience with IFRS, Month end closing and Consolidations</li><li>Nice to have experience with Sage Intact</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>The Financial Controller will report into a hugely impressive Head of Finance who you will very closely on the day-to-day operations. The Fintech/payment firm transact over a Billion Monthly and looking to reach 3 billion by 2030 and offer great flexibility 2 days a week in the office</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>Salary is bench marked £75,000 to £85,000 on experience. Additionally, there is a Discretionary bonus They also have amazing culture and work life balance and are all about internal progression and growth. The business also a great benefit such bonus, private medical, free breakfast, progression plans and much more.</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/TWF0dC5CaXJkLjA1NDY2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
