<p><strong>Regional IT Business Applications Manager - Real Estate Investments</strong></p><p><strong>Central London (Hybrid 2/3 days a week in the office)</strong></p><p><strong>£80,000 - £90,000 + Competitive Annual Bonus & Benefits</strong></p><p>A leading global real estate investment, development and operating company with c.$98.5bn assets under management is seeking a <strong>Regional IT Business Applications Manager</strong> to lead application portfolio oversight and IT service delivery across its UK Residential Property operations.</p><p>Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, the organisation invests and operates globally across equity and debt markets, both public and private, and is committed to delivering strong investment returns while creating sustainable environments that add long-term value to communities.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The Regional IT Applications Manager will act as the senior technology partner to the UK Residential business, bridging technology and operational needs. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, ensuring application services are secure, reliable and aligned with global enterprise standards.</p><p>This position plays a critical role in aligning regional initiatives with global IT strategy, driving operational excellence, governance and compliance across the UK portfolio.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day regional application operations, ensuring service reliability and alignment with enterprise standards</li><li>Monitor system uptime, performance and SLA adherence</li><li>Lead regional incident response and escalation management, collaborating with global IT teams where required</li><li>Partner with business leaders, system owners and end users to gather requirements, conduct feasibility assessments and develop value-driven business cases</li><li>Implement global enterprise systems and technology standards across UK operations</li><li>Drive a culture of customer service, accountability and continuous improvement</li><li>Ensure corporate controls and compliance measures are implemented across all UK sites</li><li>Work closely with Information Security teams to assess risks and implement mitigation strategies</li><li>Lead or support regional technology rollouts, upgrades and process improvements</li><li>Manage relationships with vendors, service providers and contractors, ensuring performance and contractual compliance</li><li>Contribute to IT budgeting, forecasting and cost optimisation initiatives</li><li>Report application metrics, risks and opportunities to senior leadership</li><li>Act as the on-site IT Business Partner to the UK Leadership Team</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Experience & Education</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 8 years' progressive IT experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or regional management capacity</li><li>Proven track record in application service delivery, portfolio management and team leadership</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Expertise</strong></p><ul><li>Strong knowledge/ background in enterprise applications, cloud technologies and integrations for example Microsoft 365, ERP platforms, CRM, Salesforce</li><li>Familiarity with ITIL processes and service management frameworks</li><li>Experience leading technology projects and managing third-party vendors</li></ul><p><strong>Personal Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills</li><li>Commercially aware and solutions-oriented</li><li>Proactive, with the ability to identify risks and deliver scalable outcomes</li><li>Comfortable operating in a matrixed, global environment</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/amFtZXMud2lsbHNvbi4yNTQxMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER - UP TO £600/DAY - FARRINGDON - HYBRID - 12 MONTH ASSIGNMENT</strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be working with a renowned client in their search for a Senior Finance Manager for a 12 month assignment, providing maternity cover, offering up to £600/day!</p><p>This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role within a company known for its strong culture, collaborative mindset, and commitment to developing its people. If you are a commercially minded finance leader who thrives in dynamic, purpose-driven organisations, this role offers the chance to make a real impact while being part of something truly special.</p><p><strong>Things to know:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Job Title</strong>: Senior Finance Manager - 12-month assignment (potential to go perm)</li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Faringdon, London</li><li><strong>Working pattern</strong>: full-time, hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days working from home)</li><li><strong>Pay:</strong> Up to £600/day via umbrella</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Active member of the Retail Development Leadership Team .</li><li>Drives the long-term channel development, including preparing business cases for new stores.</li><li>Partner on real estate management and strategy, including store lease renewals.</li><li>Work on key strategic projects (Retail Platform, Contract re-negotiations etc.).</li><li>Measures the effectiveness and ROI on store investments such as store maintenance & store fit-out.</li><li>Ensures the right financial guardrails and governance is in place for store investment decisions.</li><li>Financial support on store optimisation initiatives - including prioritisation of the right activities, measurement, and benefits tracking.</li><li>Day to day overseeing 3 Finance Managers.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).</li><li>Experience in retail at senior leader level.</li><li>Line management experience.</li><li>Strategic business partnering experience.</li><li>Strong stakeholder experience</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuNDY0NjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><h3>Senior Finance Manager - Finance Operations</h3><p><strong>London | Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing, multi‑site, property‑led organisation to appoint a Senior Finance Manager - Finance Operations. This is a senior, high‑impact role within a well‑established finance team, offering broad responsibility across finance operations, systems, and business partnering.</p><p>The role will suit a qualified finance professional who has trained in practice and has since moved into industry, bringing strong technical grounding alongside hands‑on operational experience.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p>Reporting into the Group Financial Controller, the Senior Finance Manager will take ownership of the day‑to‑day running of finance operations across a multi‑entity, multi‑site business.</p><p>You will lead a finance operations team covering AP, AR, and junior finance roles, while working closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders to improve processes, strengthen controls, and provide clear, decision‑useful financial insight.</p><p>This is a hands‑on leadership role with genuine scope to influence how finance operates and scales.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Oversee end‑to‑end finance operations, including AP, AR, billing, and cash collection</li><li>Lead, develop, and mentor a finance operations team, setting clear ownership and accountability</li><li>Ensure strong financial control and balance sheet integrity across the group</li><li>Support an efficient and well‑governed month‑end close process</li><li>Drive continuous process improvement and operational efficiency</li><li>Play a key role in systems optimisation and enhancement, including ERP and billing platforms</li><li>Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and non‑finance stakeholders</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA)</li><li>Trained within an accountancy practice, with post‑qualification experience gained in industry</li><li>Strong grounding in financial control, balance sheets, and core accounting principles</li><li>Proven experience in finance operations, controllership, or senior management accounting roles</li><li>Demonstrable people‑management experience within a finance function</li><li>Track record of delivering process improvement and systems enhancement</li><li>Confident, commercial business partner able to operate across finance and operations</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Experience within property, real estate, or flexible workspace environments</li><li>Exposure to multi‑site and/or multi‑entity organisations</li></ul><h3>Why Apply?</h3><ul><li>Senior, visible role with genuine ownership across finance operations</li><li>Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes in a growing organisation</li><li>Hybrid working model with a collaborative, delivery‑focused culture</li><li>Broad stakeholder exposure across finance, operations, and leadershiP</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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi44MjMxMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Analyst | Real Estate | Central London (Hybrid - 2 Days in the Office) | £50,000-£55,000 | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>⚠️ Due to business needs, only candidates who are immediately available can be considered for this position.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Finance Analyst to join a large, international real estate and professional services business on a permanent basis, based in Central London.</p><p> </p><p><strong>This role will initially be heavily focused on billing, cash flow, and process management in a complex, evolving environment, making it well suited to someone who enjoys improving processes, resolving issues, and working closely with operations.</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is a highly operational and commercially exposed role, sitting within a fast-paced environment currently undergoing significant transformation. You'll play a key role supporting financial processes, improving systems, and partnering with operational teams during a period of change and integration.</p><p> </p><p>The organisation operates across the UK and globally, delivering high-value real estate and professional services solutions. With ongoing integration of project teams and major system changes underway, this is an opportunity to step into a role where you can make a tangible impact from day one.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting into senior finance leadership, your role will initially focus heavily on billing, cash flow, and process management, before evolving into a broader finance position with forecasting and commercial responsibilities.</p><p> </p><p>You will be responsible for:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Supporting a complex billing process via a Shared Service Centre, ensuring accurate and timely invoice requests.</li><li>Managing aged debt, working closely with operational teams to drive timely PO receipting and cash collection.</li><li>Owning timesheet tracking and compliance, building dashboards to monitor completion and improve accuracy.</li><li>Partnering with operations to resolve resistance and improve adoption of financial processes.</li><li>Identifying and resolving process inefficiencies during a period of systems and operational change.</li><li>Supporting system migration activities and helping embed new finance processes and controls.</li><li>Assisting with budgeting and forecasting, with the opportunity to take on more ownership over time.</li><li>Ensuring strong financial governance, controls, and accurate financial data across projects.</li></ul><p> </p><p>This is a hands-on role in a changing environment, particularly in the first few months, where billing, processes, and operational alignment will be the key focus.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Part-qualified, finalist, or qualified by experience (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), including those who have chosen not to continue studying.</li><li>Strong grounding in finance fundamentals (debits & credits, revenue, cost control).</li><li>Experience in billing, revenue processes, or working with Shared Service Centres.</li><li>Exposure to budgeting and forecasting, with a desire to develop further in this area.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, with experience building dashboards and improving reporting.</li><li>Comfortable working in a complex, evolving environment with process and system challenges.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills, confident pushing back and driving process adherence.</li><li>Proactive, resilient, and solutions-focused mindset.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼<strong> Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>A key role within a globally recognised real estate and professional services environment.</li><li>The opportunity to step into a business undergoing significant transformation and system change.</li><li>High visibility across finance and operations, with real influence on process improvement.</li><li>The chance to build out dashboards, improve workflows, and shape how finance supports the business.</li><li>Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and commercial finance as the role evolves.</li><li>A collaborative and fast-moving environment with strong long-term development 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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNjA4NTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is currently engaging with a leading Real Estate organisation that is looking to recruit an IT Systems Engineer for an initial 3‑month contract.</p><h2><strong>Role:</strong></h2><ul><li>Administer and optimise the Workspace ONE environment, ensuring effective device and application management.</li><li>Provide recommendations for best‑practice configuration and improved operational efficiency.</li><li>Streamline device/app deployment processes and support lifecycle management.</li><li>Implement automation for onboarding, provisioning, compliance, and internal IT workflows.</li><li>Audit existing PowerShell scripts and develop new scripts to support:<ul><li>Okta</li><li>Workspace ONE</li><li>Active Directory</li><li>Onboarding/offboarding</li><li>Alerting and reporting</li></ul></li><li>Use GAM to automate Google Workspace administrative tasks.</li><li>Manage and enhance identity and access workflows across Okta, AD, and CyberArk.</li><li>Improve SSO configurations, access policies, identity lifecycle, and privileged access workflows.</li><li>Administer Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Groups) and recommend automation and configuration improvements.</li><li>Support Jira workflow updates and enhance Confluence structure, documentation processes, and permissions.</li><li>Produce clear documentation including SOPs, architectural recommendations, scripts, and operational processes.</li><li>Ensure alignment with IT governance, compliance, and security best practices.</li><li>Maintain a structured and accessible internal knowledgebase.</li></ul><h2><strong>Profile:</strong></h2><ul><li>5+ years' experience in IT Engineering, Systems Administration, or advanced support roles.</li><li>Hands‑on expertise with Workspace ONE or similar MDM solutions.</li><li>Strong PowerShell scripting capability.</li><li>Solid understanding of Okta and Active Directory administration.</li><li>Experience administering Google Workspace and automating tasks with GAM.</li><li>Familiarity with Jira/Confluence within Agile environments.</li><li>Practical experience with CyberArk for privileged access management.</li><li>Strong documentation discipline and commitment to systems hygiene.</li></ul><h2><strong>Contract:</strong></h2><ul><li>Initial 3 month contract </li><li>Competitive day rate - Outside IR35 </li><li>Remote role with occasional travel to London</li></ul><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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuNzc3ODguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Real Estate Management & Investment Business, South West London</p><p>As the business grows, we have created an exciting entry level role in the accounting team, which would suit a studying accountant who wants to rapidly expand their accounting experience and eventually become qualified.</p><p><strong>JOB ROLE:</strong></p><ul><li>Responsible for bank reconciliation process</li><li>Support the preparation of quarterly management accounts</li><li>Responsible for balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Quarterly Prepayments & Accruals postings</li><li>Loan interest calculations & postings</li><li>Responsible for updating quarterly accounts and shareholder packs for current TBs</li><li>Deal with auditors on your own areas of work</li><li>Support the finance team with ad hoc reporting & analysis</li><li>Daily treasury</li><li>Workflow approval</li><li>Prepare quarterly vat returns</li><li>Provide analysis and commentary on quarterly management accounts</li><li>Prepare statutory accounts</li><li>Significant opportunities to develop over time</li></ul><p><strong>IDEAL CANDIDATE</strong> </p><ul><li>Excellent skills using Excel and industry-wide software, including QUBE, Sage and Caseware</li><li>Financial accounting experience including financial statement audit or production</li><li>Some tax experience - especially VAT including partial exemption</li><li>Demonstrate analytical capabilities</li><li>An understanding of property finance</li><li>Highly motivated</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail with good writing skills</li><li>Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines</li><li>The ability to work as part of a team</li><li>The ability to prioritise your workload</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/Um9iaW4uSG9iYnMuMDIwOTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for an European Finance Manager to work for a Real Estate business in London on a 6 month contract.</p><p>Supporting the CFO with the day to day running of the European entities and supporting on projects.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the day-to-day contact for the business, as well as the European team (based in London or locally)</li><li><p>Key relationship with local third-party service providers, supervising local accountants and finance administrator/purchase ledger assistants, to:</p></li><li><p>To take responsibility for and ensure local financial reporting and compliance, including oversight of preparation of audited financial statements for the European entities (OpCo, PropCo and SPV)</p></li><li><p>Manage OpCo / PropCo / SPV cashflows to ensure construction and other payments are made in timely fashion and ensure purchase ledger and other bank payments are made in timely fashion</p></li><li><p>Manage the online banking platform</p></li><li><p>Review performance of third party administrators</p></li></ul><p><strong>Details:</strong></p><ul><li>Immediate Start</li><li>6 months</li><li>4 days in the office</li><li>MUST have Real Estate experience</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/SGFubmFoLlN6eW1hbnNraS42MjE3Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Location:</strong> London<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive + Benefits<br /> <strong>Exclusively partnered with: Robert Half</strong></p><p>Robert Half is exclusively recruiting a Financial Controller for a long‑established, privately owned investment business with a diversified portfolio spanning operational assets, long‑term investments, and multi‑entity structures. This is a rare chance to step into a No.2 role with genuine influence and visibility.</p><h2><strong>The Company</strong></h2><p>Our client is a private, well‑capitalised organisation managing a substantial and diversified investment portfolio. With strong recurring income, multi‑entity operations, and a long-term growth strategy, the business offers stability, autonomy and meaningful progression for the right individual.</p><h2><strong>The Role</strong></h2><p>As Financial Controller, you will operate as the senior operational lead within finance, supporting the Finance Director across all financial reporting, tax, budgeting/forecasting, controls, and team leadership. This is a hands‑on position ideal for someone seeking a blend of technical depth and operational ownership.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Full ownership of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts</li><li>Preparation of consolidated and statutory accounts under UK GAAP</li><li>Oversight of budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow across multiple entities</li><li>Managing tax compliance (VAT, CT, personal tax interactions) and liaising with advisors</li><li>Supporting investment reporting, asset‑related accounting, and performance analysis</li><li>Driving process improvements and strengthening financial controls</li><li>Leading and developing a small finance team</li></ul><h2><strong>What the Client Is Looking For</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>ACA/ACCA qualified with around 5 years' PQE</strong>, currently in a medium or small practice firm</li><li>Ideally operating at <strong>Manager level</strong> with strong technical grounding</li><li><strong>Strong tax experience is essential</strong>-VAT, corporation tax, personal tax exposure, and working with advisors</li><li><strong>Real estate/property clients in current portfolio highly preferred</strong>, especially multi‑entity and asset/accounting exposure</li><li>Proven <strong>management experience</strong>, able to lead and mentor junior team members</li><li>Hands‑on, detail‑driven, commercially aware, and comfortable working across both technical and operational areas</li></ul><h2><strong>Culture</strong></h2><p>A close‑knit, high‑trust environment where finance is respected, collaboration is natural, and people stay long-term due to the supportive and stable culture.</p><h2><strong>Why Apply?</strong></h2><ul><li>Exclusive opportunity not available through any other agency</li><li>High‑impact No.2 role with autonomy and senior visibility</li><li>Influence the shape of the finance function in a growing, well‑backed environment</li><li>Long-term stability within a respected private group</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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi45OTI5NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This is a global award-winning and renowned architecture firm based in the City of London. They have designed and built hundreds of large-scale real estate and property projects, ranging from commercial and residential buildings through to cultural centres across several countries.</p><p>Due to continued expansion, they are looking to hire an International Payroll Manager to solely manage the end-to-end payroll function across their various jurisdictions.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into the Head of Finance, the International Payroll Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end management of payroll as well as supporting treasury & cash functions. This role will combine strong UK payroll and PAYE expertise with international exposure, including foreign VAT.</p><p>They will take on a number of key duties including:</p><ul><li>Take full ownership of UK and international payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.</li><li>Act as the subject matter expert on payroll taxes, including PAYE, NIC, pensions and year-end processes.</li><li>Partner with HR and external providers on payroll-related matters, including starters, leavers and benefits.</li><li>Oversee treasury and banking activities, including payments, cash management and liquidity planning.</li><li>Maintain strong controls, reconciliations and audit readiness across payroll and cash processes.</li><li>Manage compliance and regulatory requirements, including KYC, tax documentation and audit support.</li><li>Support VAT reporting and international tax matters, liaising with external advisors where required.</li><li>Provide oversight and guidance to junior team members, driving process improvements and best practice.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal profile for this International Payroll Manager position based in the City of London, should have the following attributes:</p><ul><li>Proven experience in UK and International Payroll management.</li><li>Strong PAYE and payroll tax expertise.</li><li>Solid understanding of VAT compliance including exposure to foreign VAT.</li><li>Experience managing payroll within a multi-entity / international environment.</li><li>Ability to work confidently across international jurisdictions.</li><li>Experience overseeing junior team members' work.</li><li>Experience with PayCircle would be advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£55,000 to £65,000 plus benefits:</p><ul><li>Hybrid working - 3 days in office</li><li>Discretionary bonus scheme</li><li>Company pension</li><li>Excellent career development and international exposure</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Company socials and more.</li></ul><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjYyMTE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Financial Analyst - FP&A</p><p>📍 Central London (Hybrid)<br />💼 Global Luxury Retail Brand</p><p>A globally recognised <strong>luxury retail brand</strong> is seeking a high-calibre <strong>Financial Analyst - FP&A</strong> to join its London-based finance team.</p><p>This role is ideally suited to a <strong>newly qualified CIMA (via graduate scheme)</strong> or a <strong>Big 4 ACA (with retail/consumer audit exposure)</strong> looking to make their first move into industry within a prestigious, international retail environment.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager - FP&A, you will support the consolidation of global financial plans, deliver meaningful analysis to senior stakeholders, and play a key role in investment appraisal across an international store portfolio.</p><p>You will operate in a fast-paced, global environment with exposure to senior leadership and commercial decision-making.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Financial Planning</h3><ul><li><p>Support global consolidation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and rolling forecasts</p></li><li><p>Review cash flow submissions from international finance teams to build robust global forecasts</p></li><li><p>Prepare financial presentation packs for senior Group stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Ensure timely and accurate system uploads of P&L and Balance Sheet forecasts</p></li></ul><h3>Financial Analysis</h3><ul><li><p>Deliver monthly variable cost analysis to drive insight and inform decision-making</p></li><li><p>Perform detailed cash flow analysis, identifying key drivers and supporting improvements in forecasting accuracy</p></li></ul><h3>Investment Appraisal & Real Estate</h3><ul><li><p>Oversee financial review of brand investment proposals, particularly store lease renewals</p></li><li><p>Review and challenge submissions to ensure commercial robustness</p></li><li><p>Support quarterly real estate meetings with financial materials</p></li><li><p>Conduct ad hoc boutique analysis and impairment reviews</p></li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile</h2><p>We are specifically targeting:</p><p>✔ Newly qualified <strong>CIMA (graduate scheme trained)</strong><br /><strong>OR</strong><br />✔ Newly qualified <strong>ACA from a Big 4 firm</strong> with <strong>retail/consumer audit exposure</strong></p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li><p>Strong technical accounting foundation</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel skills</p></li><li><p>Solid understanding of P&L, Balance Sheet and cash flow mechanics</p></li><li><p>Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail</p></li><li><p>Commercial curiosity and confidence to challenge</p></li><li><p>Excellent stakeholder engagement skills</p></li></ul><p>Prior exposure to retail, multi-site or luxury environments is highly desirable.</p><h2>Why This Role?</h2><ul><li><p>Global luxury retail brand with strong heritage and international footprint</p></li><li><p>Exposure to senior leadership and strategic investment decisions</p></li><li><p>Clear progression pathway within FP&A</p></li><li><p>Collaborative, commercially focused finance team</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working model</p></li></ul><p>This is an outstanding first move into industry for a technically strong accountant seeking broader commercial exposure within a premium retail environment.</p><p>If you'd like, I can also:</p><ul><li><p>Make this more concise and "agency punchy"</p></li><li><p>Or dial it up to sound more exclusive / premium luxury aligned</p></li><li><p>Or tailor it specifically to attract Big 4 profiles more heavily</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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi41NjI2OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
