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Finance Manager

Bedford, Bedfordshire
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is excited to be working on a retained basis with Premier Cables/IEWC in Bedford to assist with the recruitment of an EMEA Finance Manager IEWC is a leading supplier of wire, cable, and wire management products and also specializes in manufacturing value added solutions. The company is committed to empowering its team members and partners to drive a more connected future. They focus on delivering a broad portfolio of wire and cable solutions to thousands of companies in manufacturing, infrastructure, broadcast, professional audio-visual, and telecommunications. The organization has grown organically and through acquisition during its 60-year history and today is comprised of six companies: IEWC, Cablcon, Jupiter Communications, Premier Cables, Bevco & Simcona.Premier Cables has recently located to a larger site in Bedford to accommodate the 3-5 year growth plan. Employing c.65 employees - this is the base for the EMEA operation which has presence in mainland Germany. The RoleThe EMEA Finance Manager will oversee the day-to-day financial management and reporting operations for the EMEA business, covering entities in the UK, Germany & Poland. Working in a fast-paced environment involving high-value inventory, complex supply chains, and import/export activities, you will manage the finance team, drive month-end reporting, control cash flow, and ensure compliance with UK and European accounting standards and tax regulations.Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and oversee the daily activities of the finance team</li><li>Conduct performance reviews and develop the finance team to achieve departmental goals.</li><li>Own the month-end and year-end financial close processes, ensuring complete balance sheet reconciliations and accurate P&L reporting.</li><li>Produce monthly management account packs with clear commercial commentary on variances, margins, and operational KPIs.</li><li>Present accurate and timely monthly financial reporting to the EMEA Finance Director.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.</li><li>Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.</li><li>Prepare the quarterly and annual EMEA forecasts in coordination with department heads and IEWC Group.</li><li>Oversee inventory valuation, stock reconciliations, and cost of goods sold analysis across warehouse operations.</li><li>Monitor product costing</li><li>Manage short-term and long-term cash flow forecasting, working capital optimisation, and foreign currency/exchange rate exposures (GBP, EUR, USD).</li><li>Ensure full compliance with UK tax regulations, including standard and import VAT (PVA), duty tariffs, and Intrastat/customs reporting.</li><li>Lead the annual external audit process and act as the primary contact for auditors and tax advisors.</li><li>Partner with department heads to analyse product line profitability and pricing structures.</li><li>Support investment decisions, capital expenditure (CapEx) appraisals, and ERP/system enhancements.</li><li>Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard the company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.</li></ul>Your ProfileYou will be a Qualified Accountant with a "can do" Approach to financial issues and with excellent team management skills and the ability to take ownership and accountability for cross functional issues and commercial support. Previous experience of UK/US GAAP would be beneficial as would Rubicon or SAP exposure. You will be interpersonally effective and looking for a strong opportunity to develop skills and experience in a fast moving business.Salary and BenefitsThe role of EMEA Finance Manager for Premier Cables in Bedford is offering a salary of £65-75K will be working in the office 4 days a week sometimes 5. This is an exciting and strong development opportunity for someone to push their career forwards in a newly created role within a changing outlook the next 3-5 years. 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMjQwMDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-12T08:48:42Z

Risk and Compliance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
250 - 280 GBP / Daily
Risk & Compliance Manager - 2 month assignment - up to £280/day - London - HybridRobert Half are thrilled to be working with a growing organisation in their search for a temporary Risk & Compliance Manager covering a leave of absence. You'll take a leading role in developing and maintaining the organisation's risk and compliance framework, working closely with stakeholders across the business.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to shape how a business manages risk, influence decision-making and build robust frameworks that support growth - rather than simply tick compliance boxes.Key Details:<ul><li>Job Title: Risk & Compliance Manager</li><li>Location: flexible for right candidate</li><li>Pay: £250 - £280/day, DOE, + holiday pay</li><li>Contract Length: 2 months</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Ensure UK/US regulatory and industry compliance.</li><li>Monitor regulatory changes and advise on business impact.</li><li>Develop and maintain policies covering bribery, fraud and compliance.</li><li>Manage client audits, due diligence and compliance requests.</li><li>Oversee ESG, including EcoVadis, carbon footprint and DEI.</li><li>Review contracts and marketing for CMA/FCA greenwashing compliance.</li><li>Own and maintain the enterprise risk management framework and risk register.</li><li>Identify, assess and manage operational, regulatory, contractual and reputational risks.</li><li>Track risk remediation and mitigation actions.</li><li>Partner with IT on cyber and information security risk.</li><li>Act as DPO, overseeing UK GDPR, DPA 2018, PECR and US privacy requirements (CCPA/CPRA).</li><li>Review data processing agreements and contractual privacy requirements.</li><li>Maintain privacy policies, notices and registrations.</li><li>Assess cross-border data transfers.</li><li>Lead responses to client information security questionnaires.</li><li>Liaise with IT/MSPs on security and data classification.</li><li>Develop and maintain AI governance policies and procedures.</li><li>Assess AI tools against data protection and contractual requirements.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Strong experience across risk, compliance and governance.</li><li>Good knowledge of UK GDPR / Data Protection Act 2018 / PECR and ideally US privacy regulations such as CCPA/CPRA.</li><li>Experience developing or managing enterprise risk frameworks and risk registers.</li><li>Exposure to information security, cyber risk and/or AI governance.</li><li>Confidence working with contracts, policies, audits and client due diligence.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>A practical, commercially minded approach to compliance - you don't just identify the risk; you help the business manage it.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuODY3NTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-01T16:19:24Z

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

German speaking Audit Manager

London, London
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
German Speaking Financial Crime Auditor Job Type: Contract PAYE a day rate Location: UK-based Pay: PAYE day rate Location: London-based / On-site 3 days in office Eligibility: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK Job Overview We are seeking a German Speaking Financial Crime Auditor for an immediate contract opportunity supporting a Germany Financial Crimes audit. This assignment is expected to start as soon as possible and is currently anticipated to run through 20 November 2026. This role requires a senior-level professional with strong German financial crime regulatory expertise to support audit activity, review scope completeness, identify gaps, and conduct targeted testing where additional regulatory insight is needed. Key Responsibilities Support a Germany-focused Financial Crimes audit engagement Review audit scope for completeness against German regulatory expectations Identify potential control, compliance, and audit coverage gaps Perform targeted testing in areas requiring specialist regulatory knowledge Provide subject matter expertise on German financial crime regulations and requirements Collaborate with internal audit and stakeholder teams to strengthen audit delivery Advise on regulatory considerations relevant to BaFin and broader German financial crime compliance frameworks Required Skills and Experience Strong knowledge of BaFin regulations and related Financial Crimes requirements Fluent or professional-level German language skills Experience performing or supporting regulatory audits in Germany Strong understanding of financial crime risk, controls, and regulatory expectations Ability to assess audit coverage and identify gaps in scope or testing Preferred Background Senior Auditor with financial crime and regulatory audit experience, or Deep BaFin and German regulatory subject matter expertise, even if not from a traditional audit backgroundRobert 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/RWxsaXMuQmFyb24uMzc3NTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-08T08:29:23Z

Finance Manager - Part-Time

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
remote
Permanent
45000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Job Title: Finance ManagerLocation: Cambridge (Hybrid / On-site)Position Type: Part-Time (20 hours per week)Arrangement: Flexible schedule (Ideally split across 5 days, e.g., 4 hours per day)Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 FTE (Pro-rata depending on experience)Recruitment Partner: Robert Half<h3 data-path-to-node="7">About the Role</h3>Robert Half is currently partnering with a business based in Cambridge to recruit a hands-on, detail-oriented Finance Manager on a part-time basis.Reporting directly to the Fractional Finance Director and Managing Director, you will take ownership of the day-to-day accounting operations, compliance, and month-end duties while leading a small administrative team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled finance professional seeking a flexible 20-hour working week with a collaborative local employer.<h3 data-path-to-node="11">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-path-to-node="12"><li>Day-to-Day Operations: Monitor personal and departmental accounts inboxes, handle general accounting inquiries, and maintain bank control.</li><li>Transactional & Reconciliations: Post payment and receipt transactions to Sage 200, manage HSBC current, EUR, and USD bank reconciliations, and perform full balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Credit Control & Cash Management: Manage cash collections, maintain credit control, and refine overdue debt escalation processes.</li><li>Payroll & Pensions: Prepare monthly payroll via Sage Payroll, manage Aegon pension contributions, and arrange PAYE/NI and VAT payments to HMRC.</li><li>Month-End & Stock Oversight: Post month-end journals, review aged creditors, oversee the stock counting process, and report on slow-moving/obsolete inventory to executive leadership.</li><li>Team Leadership & Support: Line manage, mentor, and provide cover for the Operations & Finance Administrator and Sales Administrator.</li><li>Process Improvement & Audit Support: Assist the Finance Director with annual budgets and audit preparations, while proactively reviewing customer onboarding and credit processes.</li></ul><h3 data-path-to-node="14">Key Requirements & Experience</h3><ul data-path-to-node="15"><li>Strong hands-on accounting background, ideally with experience using Sage 200 and Sage Payroll.</li><li>Proven track record handling transactional finance, month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and HMRC returns.</li><li>Prior experience line managing or supervising direct reports.</li><li>High level of commercial acumen with the ability to review and improve credit control and onboarding workflows.</li><li>Strong communication skills to manage queries across internal teams, external suppliers, and senior management.</li></ul><h3 data-path-to-node="17">Working Pattern & Benefits</h3><ul data-path-to-node="18"><li>Hours: 20 hours per week.</li><li>Schedule: Flexible setup, with a preference for 4 hours per day, Monday to Friday.</li><li>Competitive Pro-Rata Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 full-time equivalent, dependent on experience.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjI3NjYzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-25T12:54:31Z

Assistant Facilities Manager

London, London
remote
Permanent
35000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Assistant Facilities Manager - Permanent - London - Onsite - Up to £45k + bonus Robert Half are thrilled to be working with an exciting organisation, who are on a massive development trajectory, in their search for a permanent, proactive, hands-on Assistant Facilities Manager to join a growing workplace team and help deliver an exceptional experience across a portfolio of premium serviced office locations in London, offering up to £45,000.This is a genuinely varied role where no two days are the same. From coordinating contractors and tackling maintenance issues to ensuring meeting rooms and communal spaces are always looking their best, you'll be at the heart of keeping the workplace safe, professional and welcoming.Key Details: <ul><li>Job Title: Assistant Facilities Manager</li><li>Salary: £35k - £45k, DOE + bonus</li><li>Location: London with regular travel to office sites (travel will be expensed)</li><li>Working pattern: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 18:00, fully onsite</li></ul>Responsibilities: <ul><li>Support the day-to-day facilities operation across multiple London locations.</li><li>Coordinate routine and reactive maintenance, ensuring issues are resolved quickly.</li><li>Liaise with contractors across mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC services.</li><li>Carry out site inspections and support health & safety compliance.</li><li>Keep meeting rooms, communal areas and shared spaces looking exceptional.</li><li>Support deliveries and respond to member and colleague requests.</li><li>Coordinate contractors and monitor service levels.</li><li>Assist with risk assessments, emergency procedures and safety inspections.</li><li>Support office moves, refurbishments and workplace projects.</li><li>Maintain accurate asset and equipment records.</li><li>Monitor stock and ensure facilities supplies are always available.</li><li>Proactively spot issues and find practical solutions before they escalate.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Excellent organisational and time-management skills.</li><li>1-2 years Facilities Management experience.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.</li><li>A practical, solutions-focused approach.</li><li>The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>A proactive attitude and strong attention to detail.</li><li>A genuine commitment to delivering excellent customer service.</li><li>This is a hands-on facilities position, so you'll be comfortable being on your feet, carrying out site inspections, handling light lifting and coordinating contractors.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuNjM1MzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-27T17:24:10Z

Fund Accounting Manager

City of London, London
remote
Contract
60000 - 64000 GBP / Yearly
Fund Accounting Manager | Real Estate & Investment Management | Central London | £60,000-£64,000 | 12-Month FTC Robert Half are partnering with a leading international investment management business to recruit a Fund Accounting Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a 1-year fixed-term contract, so we are ideally looking for someone who is happy with a 12-month contract and comfortable committing to the full duration of the role. The role is available to start within the next month, so candidates will need to be immediately available or currently serving their notice period. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant, ideally ACA qualified, who has trained within audit and gained experience auditing investment management businesses, funds or asset management clients. The role sits within a specialist finance team and provides broad exposure across fund accounting, financial reporting, technical accounting, financial controls and client reporting. You will work closely with fund managers, asset managers, clients and external service providers, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move from audit into a broad fund accounting role. The position would suit someone who has developed a strong understanding of financial reporting and controls through auditing funds or asset management clients and is now looking to take greater ownership of the numbers, develop their stakeholder management skills and gain direct exposure to the investment management environment. About the Position You will be responsible for: <ul><li>Reviewing monthly and quarterly financial reporting for a portfolio of UK and European real estate funds, ensuring accuracy, quality and timely delivery.</li><li>Reviewing financial statements and challenging accounting treatments to ensure compliance with IFRS and relevant fund reporting requirements.</li><li>Presenting financial reporting to clients, responding to queries and building strong, long-term stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, investigating reconciling items and ensuring robust financial controls are maintained across the funds.</li><li>Overseeing VAT and CIS reporting, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and filing requirements.</li><li>Acting as a key finance contact for fund teams, asset managers, operations teams and clients, providing technical accounting and financial support.</li><li>Working closely with third-party administrators, external auditors, tax advisers and other service providers to ensure high-quality delivery.</li><li>Coordinating year-end audit processes, managing technical queries and ensuring recommendations arising from external reviews are addressed.</li><li>Supporting the financial management of funds through cash flow monitoring, financial governance and operational oversight.</li><li>Leading the financial onboarding of new clients and mandates, helping to establish appropriate reporting processes, controls and stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Supporting tender processes and the appointment of new external service providers where required.</li></ul> What We're Looking For <ul><li>Newly qualified accountant (ACA qualified).</li><li>Audit-trained with experience auditing funds, asset management or investment management clients.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial reporting, accounting principles and financial controls, ideally with exposure to IFRS.</li><li>Experience working with asset management, investment management, real estate, funds.</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills and the ability to understand and challenge financial reporting.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build credible relationships with clients, fund managers, asset managers and external advisers.</li><li>Commercially minded, proactive and solutions-focused, with a genuine interest in developing beyond a traditional audit role.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and quality.</li></ul> Here's What's Waiting for You <ul><li>Direct exposure to UK and European real estate funds and investment management.</li><li>Broad responsibility across financial reporting, technical accounting, controls, cash flow and client reporting.</li><li>Significant stakeholder exposure, working closely with fund managers, asset managers, clients and senior finance professionals.</li><li>The opportunity to develop commercially and build experience beyond a traditional external audit environment.</li></ul> Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified auditor looking to make the move into industry and develop a career within fund accounting and investment management. If you have spent your training contract auditing asset management or investment management clients, this role offers the opportunity to take the knowledge you have developed in audit and apply it directly within a specialist finance environment.You'll gain exposure to real estate funds, financial reporting, IFRS, financial controls, client relationships and fund operations, while working closely with experienced finance and investment professionals.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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMzQ5NDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-05T10:27:34Z

Practice Manager

Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is recruiting for a Practice Manager for our Accountancy Audit client in Hertfordshire. The position of Practice Manager will be an all encompassing position, with the following key requirements;Role Overview<ul><li>Job Title: Practice Manager (Accountancy Practice)</li><li>Type: Full-time, onsite (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday)</li><li>Core Purpose: Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, coordinate workflows, manage compliance, and support business growth alongside the Partners.</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Operations & Client Services: Manage daily office activities, allocate team workloads, answer enquiries, and improve internal processes.</li><li>Deadline Tracking: Monitor critical deliverable including accounts, tax returns, VAT, and payroll.</li><li>Compliance & IT: Oversee practice compliance, coordinate with external IT providers, and manage facilities and office suppliers.</li><li>Finance Support: Assist Partners with monitoring profitability, budgeting, billing, and chasing overdue client accounts.</li><li>Team & HR: Support recruitment, on boarding, and staff development while collaborating with an external HR consultant.</li><li>Marketing & Events: Assist with promotional activities and help organise internal and external events.</li></ul>Essential Skills & Experience<ul><li>Professional Background: Prior experience as a Practice Manager or Office Manager within a professional services environment (ideally accountancy).</li><li>Leadership: Proven experience managing or coordinating a team.</li><li>Organisation: Strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain high attention to detail.</li><li>Tech Literacy: Comfortable using Microsoft Office and accounting practice management software.</li><li>Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on high-quality client service and strict confidentiality.</li></ul>Ideal Candidate Profile<ul><li>Traits: Proactive, dependable, hands-on, and approachable.</li><li>Mindset: A natural problem-solver who takes ownership and balances day-to-day details with the "bigger picture."</li><li>Culture Fit: A collaborative team player looking to integrate into a friendly, established environment.</li></ul>The position of Practice Manager will be paying competitively based on suitable experience, it is 100% based onsite at the client premises - there are free parking and excellent facilities available. 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/amFtZXMuZWxsaXMuMzkzODguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-11T22:20:58Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
50000 - 550000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Financial Accountant</h1>Horsham | Office-Based | Competitive Salary + BenefitsRobert Half is partnering with a leading specialist services organisation to recruit a qualified Financial Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and evolving business operating within a highly regulated environment, offering genuine scope for career development and progression.Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in owning month-end accounting processes, ensuring balance sheet integrity, and supporting financial control across the business. The position offers broad exposure across reporting, audit, cash flow, working capital, and finance transformation initiatives.<h2>The Role</h2>Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Leading the month-end close process and ensuring timely reporting deadlines are met</li><li>Producing monthly revenue, gross margin, and management reporting</li><li>Owning key balance sheet areas including accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, stock, capital expenditure, and other control accounts</li><li>Managing revenue recognition and project accounting activities where required</li><li>Supporting VAT reporting and statutory compliance obligations</li><li>Acting as a key contact for external auditors throughout the annual audit process</li><li>Maintaining and developing financial controls within the accounting system</li><li>Supporting weekly cash flow forecasting and payment processes</li><li>Monitoring working capital performance, including WIP, invoicing processes, and aged debt management</li><li>Partnering with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight and challenge</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve processes, automation, systems, and reporting capabilities</li><li>Supporting finance transformation and continuous improvement projects</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>The ideal candidate will possess:<ul><li>Qualified ACA, ACCA</li><li>Strong financial accounting and month-end close experience</li><li>Proven experience managing journals, reconciliations, reporting schedules, and general ledger activities</li><li>Excellent balance sheet control and technical accounting skills</li><li>Strong Excel capabilities, including pivot tables, reconciliations, and data analysis</li><li>Experience working with ERP/accounting systems (Business Central experience advantageous)</li><li>Previous exposure to external audits and statutory reporting processes</li><li>A proactive and inquisitive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement</li><li>Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with both finance and operational stakeholders</li><li>The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and perform well within reporting deadlines</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation</li><li>Direct exposure to senior leadership and business decision-making</li><li>Broad and varied role with significant ownership and responsibility</li><li>Clear progression and personal development opportunities</li><li>Involvement in systems, process improvement, and finance transformation projects</li><li>Collaborative and supportive working environment</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 equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. 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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi40ODM2Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-02T07:09:31Z

Tax Senior

Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Tax Senior</h1>Location: Hoddesdon Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits Working Pattern: Full-time, office-based (5 days per week) Hours: 35-hour week | Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm | Friday: 9:00am-4:00pmAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Tax Senior to join a well-established and growing independent accountancy practice with a strong reputation across Hoddesdon.The successful candidate will currently be working in, or have previous experience within, UK accountancy practice and will enjoy working in a hands-on role within a collaborative, owner-managed firm. This position is ideally suited to someone who is confident managing a varied portfolio of tax clients, building client relationships and contributing to a small, close-knit team.The firm works with a broad range of owner-managed businesses, including solicitor firms and FCA-regulated organisations, providing high-quality tax, accounts and advisory services.The RoleWorking closely with the Directors, you will take responsibility for managing a varied portfolio of tax clients, providing high-quality tax compliance and advisory support while building strong client relationships.The role will offer exposure to a varied client portfolio including:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Personal and corporate tax</li><li>Self-assessment tax returns</li><li>Corporation tax returns</li><li>Tax computations</li><li>Tax planning and advisory work</li><li>Owner-managed businesses across a range of sectors</li><li>Supporting clients with general tax queries and advice</li></ul>Your responsibilities will include:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Preparing and reviewing personal and corporate tax returns.</li><li>Preparing tax computations and supporting documentation.</li><li>Managing a portfolio of clients and ensuring deadlines are met.</li><li>Providing clients with day-to-day tax advice and support.</li><li>Identifying tax planning opportunities and assisting with advisory work.</li><li>Working closely with the Accounts team to ensure accurate and efficient delivery of client work.</li><li>Supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members where appropriate.</li><li>Supporting and mentoring trainees and apprentices.</li><li>Working closely with Managers and Directors to deliver a high-quality client service.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>To be successful, you will:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Be ACA or ACCA qualified, recently qualified, or a strong Qualified by Experience (QBE) candidate.</li><li>Have a background within UK accountancy practice.</li><li>Have solid UK tax experience and be capable of managing a portfolio of clients independently.</li><li>Be confident preparing personal and corporate tax returns with minimal supervision.</li><li>Enjoy working directly with clients and developing long-term professional relationships.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Salary of £40,000 - £50,000, depending on experience.</li><li>35-hour working week.</li><li>Monday to Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm.</li><li>Friday finish at 4:00pm.</li><li>25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays.</li><li>People's Pension.</li><li>Full study support for ACA/ACCA students where applicable, including tuition fees and study leave for first exam attempts.</li><li>Long-term career progression within a well-established and growing practice.</li><li>Modern offices in a convenient location close to public transport.</li></ul><h2>About the Firm</h2>The practice has built an excellent reputation through long-standing client relationships and continued growth. With an experienced leadership team and a collaborative working environment, this is an excellent opportunity for a Tax Senior looking to join a stable, successful firm and play an important role in its continued development.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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNDI1NzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-16T13:45:59Z

Client Accountant

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
35000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Client Accountant</h1>Location: Aylesbury / Hybrid / Remote Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Job Type: Full-timeAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Client Accountant to join a growing accountancy practice based in Aylesbury. This is a varied, hands-on position where you will take ownership of your own portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients, acting as their main point of contact and providing practical accounting and tax advice.The successful candidate will enjoy a high degree of autonomy and will be responsible for managing their clients from day-to-day accounting requirements through to year-end accounts, tax compliance and wider financial advice.<h3>The Role</h3>As Client Accountant, you will:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage a portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients.</li><li>Act as the main point of contact, responding to client queries by telephone and email and providing clear, practical guidance.</li><li>Prepare year-end statutory accounts and corporation tax computations from start to finish.</li><li>Prepare and review Self Assessment tax returns for sole traders, company directors and individuals.</li><li>Prepare, review and file VAT returns, resolving bookkeeping and reconciliation queries where required.</li><li>Prepare management accounts and support with budgets, forecasts and cash flow reporting.</li><li>Provide advice around tax efficiency, payroll, cash flow and day-to-day financial management.</li><li>Manage client deadlines and ensure statutory and monthly filing requirements are met.</li><li>Complete company secretarial filings and maintain statutory records.</li><li>Liaise with HMRC on behalf of clients.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and highlight where clients could benefit from additional finance or accountancy support.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We are looking for an experienced accountant who is comfortable working within an accountancy practice environment and dealing directly with clients.You will ideally have:<ul data-spread="false"><li>AAT, ACCA, ACA or equivalent qualification, or be qualified by experience.</li><li>Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.</li><li>Strong experience preparing year-end accounts and tax computations.</li><li>Experience working with SMEs and owner-managed businesses.</li><li>A good understanding of statutory accounts, corporation tax, VAT and Self Assessment.</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial and accounting matters clearly to non-finance professionals.</li><li>A confident and accountable approach, with the ability to work independently and manage your own workload.</li><li>A genuine client-focused approach and the confidence to provide practical, honest advice.</li></ul> <h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Competitive salary, dependent on experience.</li><li>Hybrid / remote working options.</li><li>25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.</li><li>Additional 3-day office shutdown over Christmas.</li><li>Learning and development support.</li><li>Discretionary bonus scheme following successful completion of probation.</li><li>Company pension scheme following successful completion of probation.</li><li>Opportunity to work closely with a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed clients.</li><li>A high degree of autonomy and responsibility within a growing practice.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNjEzOTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-21T15:23:15Z

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