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Export Compliance Manager

Bedford, Bedfordshire
remote
Permanent
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for an Export Compliance Manager on behalf of a specialist Manufacturing business with offices in Bedford.The RoleAs Export Compliance Manager you will be the regional subject matter expert for export controls, classifications, sanctions compliance and licensing for the business covering sales across EMEA, India and the US. Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Lead and support the regional export controls and sanctions compliance program for 37 legal entities in EMEA and India, including support in daily queries</li><li>Perform and lead military, dual-use, ECCN, and SCOMET classifications</li><li>Provide technical guidance to engineering and product teams on export control requirements</li><li>Drive continuous improvement of Internal Compliance Programs (ICP)</li><li>Conduct and lead compliance audits, risk assessments, and corrective action programs</li><li>Engage with local authorities on export compliance related topics, including regular audits and disclosures</li><li>Manage export control training program for legal entities</li><li>Strategize regulatory developments and assess business impacts</li><li>Support automation and digital transformation initiatives, including Global Trade Management (GTM) projects</li><li>Partner with stakeholders to ensure compliant and business-friendly processes</li></ul>Your ProfileYou will be knowledgeable across Exports, Imports and Trade Compliance across Europe and ideally further afield and ideally have worked within Engineering or Manufacturing industries. In addition you will have the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a global environment and will have a strong leadership personality with effective communication towards executive and site leadership. In all this is an excellent role for an individual who combines a strong technical or engineering background with deep export controls expertise, outstanding leadership skills, and the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business solutions.Salary and BenefitsRole of Export Compliance Manager is working Mainly remote with some travel needed from time to time to Bedford and other group sites and is offering a salary of £70-80K + Bonus + BenefitsRobert 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNjU3NzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-05T16:54:07Z

Head of Finance

Birmingham, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
80000 - 800000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Head of Finance</h1>Location: West Midlands | Hybrid WorkingRobert Half are recruiting a Head of Finance on behalf of a successful UK organisation operating within a complex, project-led environment. This is a high-impact leadership position, offering full ownership of the finance function and a seat at the table with the senior leadership team.This is far more than a traditional financial control role. You'll be expected to challenge decisions, drive profitability, improve performance, and provide the commercial insight needed to support continued growth.<h3>The Role</h3>As Head of Finance, you will take responsibility for the overall financial leadership of the business, ensuring robust financial management whilst acting as a trusted adviser to operational and commercial teams.You'll be at the heart of strategic decision-making, providing insight that drives business performance, improves margins, strengthens controls, and supports long-term growth ambitions.Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Leading and developing a high-performing finance team.</li><li>Owning all financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting and planning activities.</li><li>Delivering meaningful commercial insight to support business performance.</li><li>Driving financial discipline and accountability across the organisation.</li><li>Managing cash flow, working capital and liquidity performance.</li><li>Partnering with operational leaders to improve project and contract profitability.</li><li>Ensuring appropriate governance, risk management and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Leading audit processes and maintaining key external relationships.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve systems and enhance reporting capability.</li><li>Supporting strategic initiatives, investment decisions and future growth plans.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We're seeking an ambitious and influential finance professional who enjoys operating in a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid to challenge the status quo.You will ideally possess:<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.</li><li>A proven track record in a senior finance leadership role.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>Experience within engineering, contracting, manufacturing, construction, infrastructure, utilities or other project-based sectors.</li><li>Excellent financial planning, analysis and cash management capabilities.</li><li>A hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.</li><li>Experience leading teams through change, growth or transformation.</li><li>The confidence to operate as a key member of the senior leadership team.</li></ul> <h2> </h2> 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/amFjay5jb253YXkuMjQ2ODUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-15T16:27:03Z

Financial Controller

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller Our client is a well-established, privately owned manufacturing and engineering business based in Nottinghamshire, with a strong market presence and an established customer base. The business continues to perform well, with a strong plans for further growth. They are looking to appoint a qualified Financial Controller to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, working closely with the leadership team to drive financial performance, improve reporting and support commercial decision-making. The roleReporting to the Finance Director, you will run the month-end process, lead a small finance team and make sure the business has accurate, timely information on profitability, stock and cash. There is a genuine opportunity to tighten processes and improve the quality of reporting rather than simply maintaining what is already there. Key responsibilities<ul><li>Deliver the monthly management accounts and board reporting, with clear commentary on performance and margins</li><li>Oversee costing, WIP and stock valuation, working closely with operations to resolve variances</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital and the annual budget and reforecast process</li><li>Prepare year-end statutory accounts under FRS 102 and lead the external audit</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and processes while managing and developing the finance team</li></ul> About you<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with at least two years' post-qualification experience</li><li>A background in manufacturing, engineering or a similar operational environment where stock and costing are significant</li><li>Hands-on experience of month-end close, statutory accounts and audit, along with previous line management</li><li>Practical and commercially minded, able to explain the numbers clearly to non-finance managers and comfortable challenging when something does not look right</li></ul> Interested?Apply now with your CV to be considered for this opportunity.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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC45ODY4NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-29T08:52:45Z

Data Lake Programme Lead

Birmingham, West Midlands
remote
Contract
600 - 650 GBP /
Data & Analytics Programme Lead (Data Lake) | Global Consulting Firm | ContractRobert Half is supporting a global consulting firm in the search for an experienced Data & Analytics Programme Lead to help drive a major Data Lake transformation programme for a leading international organisation. This is a business-focused leadership role, requiring someone who can bring together Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain and Technology stakeholders to successfully deliver a large-scale data and analytics agenda.Contract Details<ul><li>📍 Predominantly Remote (occasional travel as required)</li><li>💰 £600-£650 per day via Umbrella</li><li>📅 Initial 6-month contract</li><li>🚀 ASAP start⏱️ Approx. 1-2 week turnaround for interview, onboarding and mobilisation</li></ul>The RoleYou will lead a high-profile Data Lake and Analytics programme, acting as the bridge between business and technology teams to ensure successful delivery and adoption across the organisation.This is not a hands-on engineering role. Instead, we are looking for someone with strong programme leadership experience who understands modern data platforms and can confidently engage senior stakeholders across multiple business functions.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead delivery of a large-scale Data Lake and Analytics transformation programme</li><li>Engage and influence senior stakeholders across Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Commercial and Technology functions</li><li>Drive programme governance, planning, reporting and execution</li><li>Coordinate delivery teams, technology partners and third-party suppliers</li><li>Support the development of data-driven decision making and reporting capabilities</li><li>Ensure business requirements are translated into successful programme outcomes</li><li>Manage programme risks, dependencies and executive-level communications</li></ul>Key Experience Required<ul><li>Proven experience leading end-to-end Data & Analytics transformation programmes</li><li>Strong programme or project leadership background</li><li>Experience delivering Data Lake initiatives at enterprise scale</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills across business and technology teams</li><li>Experience working with executive sponsors, steering committees and senior business leaders</li><li>Understanding of data governance, analytics, reporting and data quality principles</li></ul>Desirable Experience: Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Platform, Power BI, Manufacturing, Retail, Distribution, Consumer Products or Supply Chain environmentsAdd this at the bottom of the advert: Please note: Due to the nature of this engagement, successful candidates will be required to complete comprehensive onboarding and compliance checks. This will include obtaining detailed employment references covering the last 3 years, a criminal records check, and financial background screening. Candidates should be comfortable meeting these requirements prior to commencement. If you're an experienced Data Programme Lead with a track record of delivering large-scale analytics and data transformation initiatives, we'd be keen to hear from you.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/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS4zODI3MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-07T15:25:39Z

Financial Accountant

Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
remote
Permanent
58000 - 62000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Accountant | Engineering & Manufacturing | Leamington Spa (Hybrid Working) | £58,000-£62,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are partnering with a leading engineering and manufacturing business to recruit a Financial Accountant on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a well-established business and take ownership across financial reporting, month-end close, statutory accounts, IFRS and taxation. The role would suit someone who has a strong technical accounting background and is comfortable taking ownership of the full P&L close, preparing and presenting statutory accounts, and ensuring the business remains fully compliant with current IFRS and tax requirements. The successful candidate must come from a manufacturing environment and have a strong understanding of the financial and operational complexities of a product-led business. 📊 About the Position You will be responsible for: <ul><li>Taking ownership of the month-end close process, including reviewing and closing the P&L and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Preparing, reviewing and presenting statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Ensuring the business remains up to date with IFRS requirements and applying relevant accounting standards confidently across financial reporting.</li><li>Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of tax legislation and ensuring appropriate tax accounting and compliance processes are followed.</li><li>Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, investigating variances and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the balance sheet.</li><li>Preparing management accounts and providing clear financial analysis and commentary to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Working closely with operational and commercial teams to understand financial performance, investigate variances and provide meaningful insight into the underlying drivers of the P&L.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and wider financial planning activities.</li><li>Working closely with external auditors throughout the year-end process, managing technical queries and ensuring the timely completion of the statutory audit.</li><li>Reviewing accounting treatments and providing technical accounting guidance to the wider finance team and business where required.</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls and processes are maintained across the business and identifying opportunities to improve reporting and financial processes.</li><li>Supporting the wider finance function with ad hoc technical accounting, reporting and commercial projects as required.</li></ul> 📋 What We're Looking For <ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Proven experience working within a manufacturing environment is essential.</li><li>Proven experience owning and closing the P&L as part of the month-end process.</li><li>Strong experience preparing, reviewing and presenting statutory accounts.</li><li>Up-to-date knowledge of IFRS and the ability to apply accounting standards confidently in a commercial environment.</li><li>Strong and current knowledge of tax accounting and relevant tax legislation.</li><li>Experience working with external auditors and managing the year-end statutory audit process.</li><li>Strong understanding of balance sheet accounting, reconciliations and financial controls.</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Accountant looking for a role that offers genuine ownership across financial reporting, technical accounting and the wider finance function. If you have a strong manufacturing background and are confident owning the P&L close, preparing and presenting statutory accounts, and applying up-to-date IFRS and tax knowledge, this role offers the opportunity to take on a broad position within an established business. You'll work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders, providing financial insight while taking ownership of key technical and reporting responsibilities. 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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNTExMTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-08T15:37:04Z

Integration Developer

Coventry, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
50000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Our client's specialist engineering team is expanding within a secure technology environment and is looking to speak with Software Engineers and Platform Engineers.Highest level UKSV-Clearance RequiredWhat we're looking for:<ul><li>Strong experience with Java, Python and/or JavaScript/TypeScript</li><li>Cloud exposure across AWS or Azure</li><li>Experience working in complex, high-assurance environments</li><li>Willingness to work primarily onsite</li></ul>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.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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby43NDcwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-04T13:43:48Z

FP&A Analyst

Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">FP&A Analyst</h1>Location: Northamptonshire Salary: Competitive + world-class benefits Working Pattern: Full-time, 5 days per week on siteRobert Half are delighted to be working with a highly successful, internationally recognised organisation to recruit an FP&A Analyst into a high-performing Finance team.If you are an analytically minded finance professional looking for something more exciting than a traditional FP&A role, want genuine exposure to complex financial modelling, forecasting and commercial analysis, and would thrive in a high-performance environment, this is an opportunity you should seriously consider.This is a five-day-a-week office-based role, but the working environment is exceptional and designed around employee wellbeing, performance and development.This is not your typical FP&A Analyst role.It is a rare opportunity to join an exceptional, high-performance environment where Finance is genuinely at the heart of operational and commercial decision-making.You will work closely with senior Finance, operational and technical stakeholders, taking ownership of financial planning, forecasting, reporting and analysis. This is a role where you will be expected to get under the skin of the numbers, challenge assumptions and turn complex financial information into meaningful insight that supports business performance.The RoleYou will take ownership of key financial planning and analysis activities across the business, including:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Supporting the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.</li><li>Producing accurate and timely financial forecasts, reporting and analysis.</li><li>Analysing financial performance against budget, forecast and prior periods, identifying key variances, risks and opportunities.</li><li>Developing and maintaining complex financial models to support business planning and decision-making.</li><li>Working closely with senior stakeholders to understand financial and operational performance and provide meaningful insight.</li><li>Identifying key financial drivers, trends and opportunities to improve business performance.</li><li>Presenting financial information and recommendations to senior stakeholders in a clear, concise and compelling way.</li><li>Supporting the development of business cases and financial analysis to inform commercial and operational decisions.</li><li>Working with large volumes of financial and operational data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.</li><li>Supporting complex financial and regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li>Driving automation and continuous improvement across financial planning and reporting processes.</li><li>Using systems and tools including SAP, Power Query, Power BI, Alteryx and advanced Excel.</li><li>Taking ownership of analytical projects from initial scope through to delivery, ensuring agreed actions are followed through.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an analytically strong finance professional who is commercially minded, technically capable and genuinely enjoys working with complex financial information.<ul data-spread="false"><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), part-qualified or finalist, depending on experience.</li><li>Strong experience across financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li>Experience working with complex financial information and large datasets.</li><li>Excellent Excel skills, with Power Query, Power BI or similar tools highly desirable.</li><li>Experience within manufacturing, engineering, R&D, automotive or another technically complex environment would be advantageous.</li><li>The ability to interpret financial data, identify key trends and translate analysis into meaningful business insight.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>The confidence to challenge assumptions and communicate financial information effectively to stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent organisation and time management, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.</li><li>A proactive, accountable approach and the ability to take ownership and deliver end-to-end.</li></ul>Why Consider This Opportunity?This is an opportunity to join an organisation that genuinely invests in its people, offering an exceptional working environment, world-class benefits and a culture focused on employee wellbeing, performance and development.You will be joining a high-performing Finance team where analytical expertise is valued, continuous improvement is encouraged and you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the wider business.For a finance professional looking to develop their FP&A expertise within a complex, internationally recognised organisation, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in their career.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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuODgxNDIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-11-02T11:24:43Z

IT Support Specialist

Bedford, Bedfordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is recruiting for an IT Support Specialist on behalf of a specialist sales and service business with offices in BedfordThe RoleAs IT Support Specialist you will take responsibility for helping across business systems, software and processes and needs someone with strong technical understanding of computer systems, training, implementation, best-practices, and technical problem solving. This full-time, onsite role will maintain operation of the local office, regional offices and warehouses, and remote users. This includes new laptop preparation and upgrades, break/fix, peripheral support, asset inventory, and assistance with server, network, phone system, and audio-visual equipment.Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Ensure that appropriate measures are taken to keep the enterprise-wide network available to users. Implement new technologies to improve performance and provide the latest tools to access company information. Carry out responsibilities as instructed by more senior staff within the IT Infrastructure and Operations team.</li><li>Provide remote support for locations in EMEA, APAC, and North America, working collaboratively with IT staff to ensure continuity of service. Must be capable of working independently and escalating issues to other team members as necessary.</li><li>Create and maintain documentation and perform technical training to assist end users and team members.</li><li>Develop and assist in the rollout of strategic corporate initiatives and system changes, which may include office moves, mass system upgrades, hardware inventory and lifecycle support, and special projects.</li><li>Improve existing programs by reviewing objectives and specifications; evaluating proposed changes; recommending changes; making modifications.</li><li>Perform application deployment and system imaging leveraging Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM).</li><li>Support endpoint vulnerability management through security related applications (e.g., anti-virus, vulnerability scanning, & patch management)</li><li>Participate in support activities and enhance daily operations including opening and closing procedures and uphold all corporate and IT Policies and Procedures regarding software, hardware, and equipment use and allocation within the company.</li><li>Responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting client devices, PCs, thin clients, printers, and other peripherals.</li><li>Maintain network and system documentation, including network diagrams, facility location diagrams, system specific installation procedures, and procedural documentation. Maintain documentation of all IT related equipment, inventory management and company assets.</li></ul>Your ProfileYou will ideally have a degree in computer science or engineering technology or suitable work experience with aptitude and ability across operation systems like Microsoft Windows 10, iOS and Android and also experience of warehouse equipment, barcode printing and scanners etc. This is a role 5 days in the office in Bedford.SalaryRole of IT Support Specialist based in Bedford is offering a salary of £45-50K + Benefits 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMDYxNzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-19T08:18:29Z

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