<p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Group Financial Controller to join a well-established, Lancashire based wholesale business. Reporting directly to the Directors, this role will oversee the finance function across the group and play a key role in shaping the company's financial strategy.</p><p data-end="2193" data-start="1911">The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, with a strong commercial mindset and an understanding of business strategy. Experience in operations and sales is advantageous, alongside a history of successfully implementing system and process improvements.</p><p data-end="2373" data-start="2195">This is an opportunity to join a dynamic business with scope to influence strategy and drive financial excellence, while ensuring strong controls and compliance are maintained.</p><p data-start="648" data-end="675"><strong data-end="673" data-start="648">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-start="676" data-end="1350"><li data-start="676" data-end="764"><p data-end="764" data-start="678">Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts to the Board.</p></li><li data-end="833" data-start="765"><p data-start="767" data-end="833">Manage cash flow, including transactions in multiple currencies.</p></li><li data-end="909" data-start="834"><p data-end="909" data-start="836">Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.</p></li><li data-start="910" data-end="982"><p data-end="982" data-start="912">Oversee the full auditing process and liaise with external auditors.</p></li><li data-start="983" data-end="1067"><p data-end="1067" data-start="985">Implement process improvements, efficiency measures, and automation initiatives.</p></li><li data-start="1068" data-end="1156"><p data-start="1070" data-end="1156">Ensure robust financial controls, compliance, and adherence to accounting standards.</p></li><li data-end="1253" data-start="1157"><p data-start="1159" data-end="1253">Manage, mentor, and develop the finance team, promoting best practice across all operations.</p></li><li data-start="1254" data-end="1350"><p data-end="1350" data-start="1256">Coordinate tax planning and compliance in partnership with external advisors when necessary.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1352" data-end="1397"> </p><p data-end="1397" data-start="1352"><strong data-start="1352" data-end="1395">Required Experience and Qualifications:</strong></p><ul data-start="1398" data-end="1909"><li data-end="1462" data-start="1398"><p data-end="1462" data-start="1400">Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).</p></li><li data-end="1516" data-start="1463"><p data-start="1465" data-end="1516">Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.</p></li><li data-end="1604" data-start="1517"><p data-end="1604" data-start="1519">Proven controller experience within retail or wholesale preferred</p></li><li data-end="1657" data-start="1605"><p data-start="1607" data-end="1657">Demonstrated experience managing a finance team.</p></li><li data-end="1784" data-start="1658"><p data-start="1660" data-end="1784">Excellent communication skills, able to clearly convey financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.</p></li><li data-start="1785" data-end="1827"><p data-end="1827" data-start="1787">Strong technical accounting knowledge.</p></li><li data-end="1909" data-start="1828"><p data-start="1830" data-end="1909">Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Sage 200, and other accounting software.</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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5Ljg3ODg1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Are you a qualified accountant with proven experience in finance business partnering? Our client, a global commercial business with a key finance hub in Leeds, is seeking a dynamic Finance Business Partner to drive financial performance in dedicated regions.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Take end-to-end ownership of your region's financials and be a trusted partner to commercial teams</li><li>Enhance business performance through insightful analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cost management</li><li>Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, delivering robust monthly/quarterly results and commentary</li><li>Provide actionable insights and recommendations to drive profit and efficiency</li><li>Collaborate internationally and influence senior stakeholders across the business</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Demonstrable finance business partnering experience in a commercial environment</li><li>Advanced analytical skills, with strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Excellent communicator, able to engage and influence non-finance leaders</li><li>Proactive, solutions-focused approach with the commercial acumen to challenge and support</li></ul><p><strong>Why Apply?</strong></p><ul><li>Join a truly global organisation with ambitious future plans</li><li>Work at the centre of commercial decision-making</li><li>Attractive salary (£60-£65k) plus excellent benefits and genuine career growth opportunities</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci4xMzc3MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Do you want to work within strategic finance in a dynamic, innovative global technology business? Our client, a fast-moving tech company with over 2,000 employees worldwide, is seeking an accomplished Finance Business Partner to join their Leeds-based finance team.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Act as a trusted adviser, collaborating closely with operational and commercial teams to drive business performance and decision-making.</li><li>Deliver best-in-class financial analysis, forecasting, and financial modelling to support key initiatives.</li><li>Provide high-quality insights and recommendations, influencing stakeholders at all levels-both locally and globally.</li><li>Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and value creation across the business.</li><li>Support financial planning, budgeting, and reporting cycles.</li></ul><p>Key Requirements:</p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience in a finance business partnering role within a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment.</li><li>Advanced financial modelling, analytical and Excel skills.</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge stakeholders at a variety of levels.</li><li>Experience in the technology sector or a global business is highly advantageous.</li></ul><p>What's on Offer:</p><ul><li>Salary circa £60,000 - £65,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.</li><li>The opportunity to work for a global brand committed to innovation and developing its people.</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci44OTU5MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a prominent professional services firm based in North Leeds who are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant for a role to support the team through a number of business transitions.</p><p>In this high-visibility position, you'll take immediate responsibility for monthly consolidation and month end close processes, delivering timely and accurate results. Your expertise will enable the permanent staff to focus on strategic business initiatives, making a proactive mindset and the ability to work quickly essential.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead and execute all consolidation and month-end close tasks independently</li><li>Maintain accuracy, timeliness, and compliance within all accounting operations</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and immediate solutions</li><li>Collaborate closely with Senior Managers and share best practices across the team</li><li>Provide support and guidance to junior team members as needed</li></ul><p>What We're Seeking:</p><ul><li>Demonstrated experience at Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager level in complex, fast-paced environments</li><li>Advanced knowledge of consolidation, MEC, and financial controls</li><li>Proficiency with a large business system in a larger business</li><li>Strong resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Quick learner with new systems and processes</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and exceptional communication abilities</li></ul><p>Your Rewards:</p><ul><li>Highly competitive pay, plus generous TOIL (Time Off in Lieu) for extra hours, especially at month-end</li><li>Opportunity to drive process improvements in a large, innovative organisation</li><li>Located in North Leeds with hybrid working arrangements</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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi45NDg0OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Programme Administrator</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Leeds City Centre (with remote working flexibility)<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000 - £38,000 per annum<br /> <strong>Working Patterns: </strong>Hybrid</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Programme Administrator to join a growing professional services organisation with a Head Office in Leeds City Centre. This varied role will support stakeholders through a submission programme that is essential to the revenue generating activity of the business.</p><p>You'll manage the flow of data and documentation across multiple programme stages, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This is a fast-paced position requiring strong organisational skills and attention to detail.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Review data for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Communicate with Stakeholders to resolve errors or omissions</li><li>Ensure files are complete with required documentation</li><li>Check and request internal approval for supplier invoices</li><li>Organise internal and external events</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Essential:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Excellent multi-tasking ability</li><li>Strong attention to detail and adherence to SOPs</li><li>Confident communicator, able to source data from busy stakeholders</li><li>Intermediate MS Excel and MS Office skills</li><li>Proven team player with strong work ethic</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Experience in data QA/QC</li><li>Familiarity with CRM platforms</li><li>Light programming experience (running scripts)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£35,000 - £38,000 per annum</li><li>Employer pension contributions (8%)</li><li>24 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Access to professional development training</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjg1ODkxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><h2><strong>Senior Payroll Manager</strong></h2><p><strong>Location:</strong> Halifax <br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £55,000 - £65,000<br /> <strong>Hybrid / Flexible working available</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting is recruiting for a Senior Payroll Manager position on behalf of a high-growth business based in Halifax. The role on offer allows full ownership of a complex payroll function, blending technical expertise with strategic influence, operational leadership, and a continuous improvement mindset.</p><p>You will oversee the seamless, accurate, and timely delivery of monthly payrolls, bonus cycles, and statutory submissions, while driving payroll excellence during an exciting period of growth and change. Managing a small team, you will have full autonomy to implement smarter ways of working and improve efficiencies across the payroll function. </p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li>Lead and oversee end‑to‑end payroll operations across multiple entities, stepping in to support the team as required.</li><li>Ensure full legislative compliance, accurate statutory reporting, and timely HMRC submissions.</li><li>Drive process optimisation, identifying and implementing more efficient and scalable payroll workflows.</li><li>Manage and develop a small, capable team of Payroll Administrators, ensuring high performance and quality delivery.</li><li>Act as a trusted partner to Senior Leadership, HR, Finance, and Operations, providing clear insights and supporting business‑critical initiatives.</li><li>Continuously enhance processes through the introduction of new payroll efficiencies.</li><li>Support system upgrades, integrations, acquisitions, TUPE transfers, and wider organisational change programmes.</li></ul><h3><strong>About You</strong></h3><ul><li>Proven Payroll Manager experience running complex, multi‑entity payrolls within a fast‑paced environment.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence at all levels and lead payroll transformation.</li><li>A people-oriented leader who can mentor, motivate, and develop a small team.</li><li>Strong systems capability, ideally with experience across multiple payroll platforms </li><li>Exposure to M&A processes, integrations, and TUPE transfers (desirable).</li><li>Ambitious, proactive, and eager to grow within a role that offers scope and progression.</li></ul><h3><strong>Why Join?</strong></h3><p>This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a high‑impact payroll function within a business that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of payroll across the organisation.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjYxMzg0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h2 data-start="180" data-end="203"> </h2><p>As a <strong data-end="1519" data-start="1492">Purchase Ledger Analyst</strong>, you will be a key member of the finance team responsible for ensuring integrity, accuracy, and timeliness in purchase ledger processing across a network of aesthetic clinics. This role blends essential <strong data-start="1718" data-end="1745">business-as-usual (BAU)</strong> accounting functions with <strong data-start="1772" data-end="1801">deep-dive analytical work</strong>, identifying process inefficiencies and contributing to continuous improvement of financial operations and controls. Your work will directly support financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and cross-clinic financial consistency within a dynamic, people-focused healthcare environment.</p><p>This is a temporary role until end of June. </p><p data-start="411" data-end="747">You will manage the end-to-end purchase ledger function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier transactions. The role also involves analytical and investigative work to identify inefficiencies, risks, and opportunities for process improvement across the accounts payable function.</p><p data-start="411" data-end="747">This role is remote, but will also involve some travel to clinics which may involve an overnight stay, likely once a month. </p><p data-start="411" data-end="747">Key requirements: </p><ul><li>Available immediately </li><li>Located in the Northwest as this is where the manager is located</li><li>Good solid end to end purchase ledger experience</li><li>Reliable, good communication skills, strong Excel skills</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjYxMDAzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Halifax <br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £28,000- £30,000<br /> <strong>Hybrid / Flexible Working Available - once the training period is complete. </strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting is working with a growing organisation that is looking to recruit a Payroll Administrator to join their HR team. This is a key role responsible for ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time, while supporting a range of payroll and people-related processes.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process end‑to‑end monthly payroll across multiple PAYE payrolls.</li><li>Input, review and maintain accurate payroll data.</li><li>Respond to payroll queries from employees and managers.</li><li>Manage starters, leavers, pay changes, statutory payments, and employee benefits.</li><li>Complete payroll calculations, including holiday pay and pay adjustments.</li><li>Prepare and submit all relevant HMRC documentation.</li><li>Administer several pension schemes.</li><li>Produce payroll reports for internal stakeholders.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll process notes and documentation.</li><li>Support the wider People Operations team where required.</li><li>Contribute to ad‑hoc payroll and HR projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in Payroll Administrator is essential</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Experience using payroll systems (Cascade advantageous but not essential).</li><li>Excellent organisational and time management skills.</li><li>Strong communication skills and confident in liaising with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Good data reporting and analysis skills.</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li></ul><p>This is a great opportunity to join a supportive, collaborative team in a role that offers variety, development, and real ownership of payroll processes.</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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5Ljc4ODIwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is working with a Preston-based client to support with a 3-month contract opportunity. This role is ideal for someone confident making a high volume of outbound calls. <strong>Credit control experience is not required.</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Preston (hybrid available after initial setup)</strong></p><p><strong>Contract: 3 months</strong></p><p><strong>Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday-Friday (flexible between 8am-5pm)</strong></p><p><strong>Start Date: ASAP</strong></p><p><strong>Hourly Rate: £13 - £15</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Make a <strong>high volume of outbound calls</strong> to customers regarding overdue or upcoming payments.</li><li>Support wider customer communication activity, including follow-up emails.</li><li>Update call notes and customer information on internal systems (training provided).</li><li>Assist with straightforward collections activity as directed by the team.</li><li>Review basic ledger information to identify customers requiring contact.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the Finance function.</li><li>Carry out simple cash allocation tasks if experienced.</li></ul><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><ul><li>Confident communicator with experience in outbound calling (e.g., customer service, call centre, sales).</li><li>Comfortable speaking with customers by phone and managing high-volume workloads.</li><li>Able to learn new systems quickly; training will be provided.</li><li>Good attention to detail and comfortable working with basic numerical information.</li><li>Reliable, organised, and able to work independently.</li></ul><p><strong>Working Arrangements</strong></p><ul><li>On-site initially for IT setup and training; hybrid working may be available afterwards.</li><li>Supportive team environment.</li><li>Flexibility for pre-booked holidays.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNTQ1MzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Credit Controller (3-Month Contract)</strong></p><p>Robert Half is working with a Preston-based client to support with a 3-month contract opportunity. This role is ideal for someone confident making a high volume of outbound calls. </p><p><strong>Location: Preston (hybrid available after initial setup)</strong></p><p><strong>Contract: 2-3 months</strong></p><p><strong>Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday-Friday (flexible between 8am-5pm)</strong></p><p><strong>Start Date: ASAP</strong></p><p><strong>Hourly Rate: £14 - £15.50</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Make a <strong>high volume of outbound calls</strong> to customers regarding overdue or upcoming payments.</li><li>Support wider customer communication activity, including follow-up emails.</li><li>Update call notes and customer information on internal systems (training provided).</li><li>Assist with straightforward collections activity as directed by the team.</li><li>Review basic ledger information to identify customers requiring contact.</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the Finance function.</li><li>Carry out simple cash allocation tasks if experienced.</li></ul><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><ul><li>Confident communicator with experience in outbound calling (e.g., customer service, call centre, sales).</li><li>Comfortable speaking with customers by phone and managing high-volume workloads.</li><li>Able to learn new systems quickly; training will be provided.</li><li>Good attention to detail and comfortable working with basic numerical information.</li><li>Reliable, organised, and able to work independently.</li></ul><p><strong>Working Arrangements</strong></p><ul><li>On-site initially for IT setup and training; hybrid working may be available afterwards.</li><li>Supportive team environment.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMTI3NjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
