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Financial Controller

Leeds, West Yorkshire
remote
Permanent
65000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a project-based business to recruit for a Financial Controller, based in South Leeds.This is a senior finance position with responsibility for overseeing financial reporting, financial controls, planning and commercial performance, while partnering closely with operational and senior leadership teams.Key responsibilities<ul><li>Lead monthly and annual financial reporting processes.</li><li>Maintain strong financial controls and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.</li><li>Oversee balance sheet management, reconciliations and financial reviews.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.</li><li>Provide financial analysis, insight and challenge to support business decision-making.</li><li>Partner with operational teams to monitor financial performance, costs and profitability.</li><li>Oversee the financial management of a portfolio of projects, identifying potential risks and opportunities.</li><li>Support cash flow, working capital and wider commercial initiatives.</li><li>Provide financial guidance and insight to senior stakeholders and project teams.</li><li>Lead, develop and support the finance team.</li><li>Drive improvements across finance processes, systems and reporting.</li></ul>About you<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Several years' post-qualified experience in a senior finance position.</li><li>Previous experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure or another project-based environment.</li><li>Strong background in financial control, reporting, budgeting and forecasting.</li><li>Experience supporting the financial management of projects and monitoring costs and profitability.</li><li>Commercially minded, with the ability to translate financial information into meaningful business insight.</li><li>Strong Excel and wider Microsoft Office skills.</li><li>Excellent communication, stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Highly organised, proactive and comfortable working independently.</li><li>Previous experience managing, mentoring or developing finance professionals.</li></ul>The opportunityThe business has a strong pipeline of projects and is entering an exciting period of continued growth. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of a broad finance function and play a key role in supporting commercial and operational decision-making.Salary & benefits<ul><li>Salary up to £70,000, depending on experience.</li><li>25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Pension scheme.</li><li>Employee discounts.</li><li>Health and life cover.</li><li>Additional employee benefits.</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMjM4NDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-13T13:00:04Z

Commercial Finance Controller

Leeds, West Yorkshire
remote
Permanent
70000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a project-based business to recruit for a Commercial Finance Controller, based in South Leeds.This is a senior, commercially focused finance position with responsibility for financial reporting, project performance, forecasting and commercial decision-making, while partnering closely with operational and senior leadership teams.<h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead monthly and annual financial reporting processes.</li><li>Maintain strong financial controls and ensure the accuracy of financial information.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.</li><li>Provide financial analysis, insight and challenge to support business decision-making.</li><li>Oversee the financial management of a portfolio of construction and infrastructure projects.</li><li>Monitor project costs, revenue, margins and financial performance.</li><li>Support revenue recognition and project timing, with IFRS 15 experience desirable.</li><li>Partner closely with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors and operational teams.</li><li>Support cash flow, working capital and wider commercial initiatives.</li><li>Lead, develop and support the finance team.</li><li>Support the integration of the business into wider Group finance governance and processes.</li><li>Drive improvements across finance processes, systems and reporting.</li></ul><h3>About you</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Several years' post-qualified experience operating at a senior finance level.</li><li>Previous experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure, rail or another project-based environment.</li><li>Commercially minded, with the confidence to challenge Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors and senior stakeholders.</li><li>Experience managing, mentoring or developing finance professionals.</li><li>Strong communication, stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Proactive, hands-on and comfortable taking ownership of the finance function.</li></ul><h3>The opportunity</h3>The business has a strong pipeline of projects and is entering an exciting period of continued growth. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of a broad finance function and play a key role in supporting commercial and operational decision-making.<h3>Salary & benefits</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Salary - £70,000- £75,000, depending on experience.</li><li>25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Pension scheme.</li><li>Employee discounts.</li><li>Health and life cover.</li><li>Additional employee benefits.</li><li>Hybrid working, with 2-3 days per week in the South Leeds office.</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMzExODYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-18T08:27:26Z

Finance Director

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
90000 - 110000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Director | Manchester | £90k-£110k + BonusRobert Half are exclusively partnering with a growing, privately owned Manchester-based business to appoint a commercially minded Finance Director.This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to take ownership of an established finance function and play a key role in shaping how finance supports the wider business.The successful candidate will have a genuine opportunity to modernise and transform the finance function, driving improvements across processes, systems, reporting and management information, while helping create a more efficient and commercially focused finance operation.Working closely with the Managing Director and wider Senior Leadership Team, you will also act as a key commercial sounding board, providing insight, challenge and financial direction to support profitability and future growth.The role<ul><li>Lead and develop the finance function.</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial planning.</li><li>Provide commercially focused insight to the SLT.</li><li>Identify and deliver opportunities to automate and improve finance processes.</li><li>Modernise management information and reporting.</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and governance.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, margins and profitability.</li><li>Review and develop the finance team and wider finance structure.</li><li>Support the continued development of financial systems and technology.</li><li>Take a hands-on approach to the role, getting into the detail when required and leading from the front.</li></ul>The personWe are looking for a forward-thinking, commercially minded Finance Director who enjoys improving businesses and making a tangible difference.You will ideally have:<ul><li>Senior finance leadership experience within an SME or mid-market environment.</li><li>Strong commercial and strategic acumen.</li><li>A proven track record of process improvement and/or finance transformation.</li><li>Experience improving automation, systems or reporting.</li><li>Strong budgeting, forecasting and management information experience.</li><li>The confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>A hands-on approach with a genuine willingness to roll your sleeves up and get involved.</li><li>Ideally, you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, although QBE candidates with the right experience will be considered.</li></ul>Experience within manufacturing, distribution, engineering, construction or another project-led environment would be advantageous but is not essential.What's on offer?<ul><li>£90,000-£110,000 salary</li><li>Discretionary Bonus</li><li>Enhanced benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working, 3 days in the office</li><li>Genuine opportunity to shape and transform the finance function</li><li>Direct exposure to the SLT</li><li>A commercially influential position with significant autonomy</li><li>Opportunity to make a visible impact on the future direction of the business</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Director who wants to be more than the head of finance and play a genuine role in shaping the future of a successful business.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi40NjM3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-08T12:36:54Z

IT Helpdesk Technician

West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
remote
Permanent
28000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
obert Half are looking for an ambitious Support Technician who's keen to bite off a new challenge - The ideal person will be personable, keen to be part of projects and have good communication to multiple stakeholders in and outside of the company.Provide 1st line IT support, troubleshooting hardware, software, Microsoft 365, user accounts, and business systems. Manage incidents, service requests, onboarding/offboarding, device setup, and access permissions while maintaining excellent customer service and meeting SLAs. Support IT projects, create documentation, deliver basic training, and contribute to improving IT processes.<ul><li>Provided 1st line IT support for hardware, software, Microsoft 365, and business applications.</li><li>Logged, prioritised, troubleshot, and resolved incidents and service requests using a helpdesk ticketing system.</li><li>Managed user onboarding/offboarding, account administration, access permissions, and device provisioning.</li><li>Installed, configured, and supported desktops, laptops, mobile devices, peripherals, and Windows 11 environments.</li><li>Supported Microsoft 365 technologies including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Entra ID (Hybrid), and Intune.</li><li>Escalated complex issues to senior engineers or third-party providers while meeting SLA targets.</li><li>Maintained IT documentation, knowledge base articles, and asset records.</li><li>Assisted with IT projects, Microsoft Teams/video conferencing support, and user training.</li><li>Delivered excellent customer service while promoting IT best practices and cyber security awareness.</li></ul>Please note this role is 5 days a week on-site.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby4yODE1MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-07T09:49:13Z

Finance Analyst

Alfreton, Derbyshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Analyst to join a well-established business and become a key part of its finance function. Working closely with the Director of Finance, you'll be responsible for delivering regular financial reporting and analysis, helping senior management understand business performance and make informed decisions.The role would suit someone who enjoys working with numbers, spotting trends and turning financial data into clear, useful information.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Produce monthly financial and management reports.</li><li>Analyse financial results, trends and variances against budget.</li><li>Prepare reporting packs and present key findings to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Provide analysis on manufacturing costs, margins and profitability.</li><li>Maintain and develop Excel-based reporting models.</li><li>Support the wider finance team with ad hoc financial analysis.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience within Manufacturing, Engineering or Automotive is essential.</li><li>Experience in a Finance Analyst, Management Accountant or similar role.</li><li>Confident producing and interpreting financial reports.</li><li>Part-qualified, newly qualified or qualified by experience candidates considered.</li></ul>For more information, click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC41MDk4NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-03T10:49:39Z

Software Developer (eDV required)

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
A specialist engineering team is expanding within a highly secure technology environment and is looking to speak with experienced Software Developers.What we're looking for:<ul><li>Strong experience with Java, Python and/or JavaScript/TypeScript</li><li>Cloud exposure across AWS or Azure Experience working in complex, high-assurance environments</li><li>Willingness to work primarily onsite in Manchester, Gloucerster or London</li></ul>Enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV) clearance is mandatory.This is a permanent opportunity with a competitive salary package, additional clearance-related allowance and the chance to work on technically challenging, security-focused programmes. Due to the nature of the work, suitability and eligibility requirements will apply.If you have the relevant background and would be open to a confidential conversation, please get in touch.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby40MTY1Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-09T08:06:56Z

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