<p>An experienced and commercially astute Head of Financial Planning & Analysis is sought to lead the financial insight and planning capabilities of this Knutsford based pharmaceutical business.</p><p>Robert Half is proud to be partnering this expanding global business in the appointment of a Head of FP&A. </p><p>The business is a leading medical communications and healthcare consultancy group, serving clients across biotech, pharma, and healthcare technology. It is due to the growth that an opportunity has arisen to lead the companies FP&A function. This role is critical to supporting strategic decision-making across the business, providing high-quality analysis, reporting, and business partnering. You will lead a team of four Finance Business Partners and own the development of financial reporting through Power BI to ensure data-driven performance management across the company.</p><p>Reporting into the Group CFO, duties will include: </p><p><strong>Strategic Planning & Forecasting </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-term planning processes in close collaboration with the leadership team</li><li>Align financial plans with business objectives, market dynamics, and operational drivers</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Analysis </strong></p><ul><li>Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting across the business using Power BI dashboards and reports</li><li>Oversee analysis of revenue, margin, and cost drivers across service lines, geographies, therapeutic areas and clients</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Business partnering </strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coach a team of 4 Finance Business Partners, supporting their engagement with senior leaders across the business</li><li>Ensure the FP&A team is an effective partner to the business, driving accountability and financial understanding.</li><li>Work closely with commercial leads to evaluate client profitability, pricing models, and project-level performance</li></ul><p><strong>Decision Support & Commercial Insight </strong></p><ul><li>Support strategic decision-making through scenario modelling, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI evaluations.</li><li>Provide financial input into new business opportunities, client proposals, and contract negotiations</li><li>Identify risks and opportunities to help drive financial performance improvement.</li><li>Where needed, support on due ad hoc diligence and reporting for current/prospective capital providers, and future transactions (e.g. M&A, refinancing and exit)</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance collaborative culture </li><li>Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and support the career development of team members</li></ul><p><strong>Experience and qualifications: </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 5-7 years of progressive experience in FP&A roles</li><li>Experience in a people based business where most of the revenue was derived by fixed project fee billing.</li><li>Strong track record of delivering high-quality financial planning, analysis, and reporting in a dynamic environment</li><li>Proven leadership of a finance team and senior stakeholder engagement</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced user of Power BI with a demonstrable track record of building insightful, self-serve dashboards</li><li>Strong financial modelling and Excel capabilities</li></ul><p><strong>Personal attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Commercial mindset with strong analytical and strategic thinking</li><li>Hands-on, detail-oriented, and willing to roll up their sleeves and drive a strong financial grip on the business with an interest in the day-to-day minutiae of the business.</li><li>Excellent communication and storytelling skills, able to translate complex financial data into actionable insights</li><li>Confident, proactive, and collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, client-centric environment</li><li>A strong collaborator and team player able to operate at pace across the business, whilst instilling financial rigour and discipline</li><li>Ambitious, forward-looking and drives action with a solutions-oriented and improvement-focused mindset</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking investor backed business where you will see progression. This is a highly visible role, where you be able to add real value. Experience working in a fixed project fee billing environment is essential. </p><p>In return you will be rewarded with a market-leading salary and benefits package. Hybrid working with the requirement to be in the office 2 days per week. </p><p> </p><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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjQ3MDgxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="513" data-start="132">Robert Half are partnering with a leading service sector organisation to appoint a <strong data-end="241" data-start="206">Finance Business Partner</strong>, a pivotal role focused on driving commercial performance, strategic insight, and transformation across the business. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional with a strong track record in commercial finance to make a tangible impact at scale.</p><p data-end="771" data-start="515">This role would suit a progressive individual with a clear career path who is looking to work under a supportive and forward-thinking Finance Director, while expanding their influence across the organisation without direct line management responsibilities.</p><p data-start="773" data-end="1057">The company is experiencing sustained growth, investing heavily in both technology and people. With a clear strategic vision, it is driving innovation across its operations and empowering teams to deliver high-impact, commercially focused finance within a dynamic service environment.</p><h3 data-start="1059" data-end="1084">Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul data-end="1910" data-start="1085"><li data-start="1085" data-end="1213"><p data-end="1213" data-start="1087">Act as a senior strategic advisor, providing financial insight to shape business decisions and influence growth initiatives.</p></li><li data-end="1318" data-start="1214"><p data-start="1216" data-end="1318">Partner with operational and functional leads to drive commercial performance and cost optimisation.</p></li><li data-end="1417" data-start="1319"><p data-start="1321" data-end="1417">Lead the delivery of forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning across key business units.</p></li><li data-start="1418" data-end="1539"><p data-end="1539" data-start="1420">Translate financial results into clear, actionable insight to support both strategic and operational decision-making.</p></li><li data-start="1540" data-end="1661"><p data-end="1661" data-start="1542">Support and drive finance transformation and change initiatives, embedding best practices and continuous improvement.</p></li><li data-start="1662" data-end="1778"><p data-end="1778" data-start="1664">Deliver robust business cases, investment appraisals, and scenario analysis to support key business initiatives.</p></li><li data-start="1779" data-end="1910"><p data-start="1781" data-end="1910">Build strong relationships across a complex, fast-paced service-led environment to embed finance at the heart of decision-making.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1934" data-start="1912">Candidate Profile:</h3><ul data-end="2675" data-start="1935"><li data-end="2059" data-start="1935"><p data-end="2059" data-start="1937">Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 5 years post-qualification experience in a commercial finance role.</p></li><li data-end="2169" data-start="2060"><p data-end="2169" data-start="2062">Background in large, complex service sector organisations with exposure to senior stakeholder engagement.</p></li><li data-end="2255" data-start="2170"><p data-end="2255" data-start="2172">Demonstrated ability to drive change and contribute to transformation programmes.</p></li><li data-end="2344" data-start="2256"><p data-start="2258" data-end="2344">Strong commercial acumen with a focus on value creation and performance improvement.</p></li><li data-end="2449" data-start="2345"><p data-start="2347" data-end="2449">Exceptional communication skills and confidence presenting to senior leadership and executive teams.</p></li><li data-start="2450" data-end="2519"><p data-start="2452" data-end="2519">Comfortable operating in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.</p></li><li data-end="2675" data-start="2520"><p data-end="2675" data-start="2522">Desire to work in a role with significant influence but without direct line management, focusing on adding value through insight and business partnering.</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuNzc5MzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> Senior Finance Business Partner | £70,000 - £80,000 + benefits | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)</p><p>Robert Half has partnered exclusively with a fast-growing and forward-thinking organisation based in Cheshire. Due to continued growth and increased demand from their client base, a brand-new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to join the team.</p><p>This role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the chance to play a pivotal part in shaping commercial and financial strategy during an exciting period of expansion.</p><p>As Senior Finance Business Partner, you will:</p><ul><li>Provide commercial insight and analysis to support decision-making across sales, marketing, and operations</li><li>Take ownership of revenue reporting, forecasting and budgeting, ensuring leadership teams have clear visibility of performance</li><li>Lead the preparation of monthly and quarterly board packs, delivering meaningful financial and operational insight</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders to develop systems, processes and reporting tools that drive efficiency and clarity</li><li>Contribute to data warehouse/reporting development, ensuring accurate, actionable insights for the executive team</li><li>Support the CFO with ad hoc projects, financial modelling, and strategic analysis</li></ul><p>About You</p><p>The company is looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with at least 5 years' post-qualification experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or a related discipline.</p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li>Strong analytical and financial modelling skills</li><li>Excellent business partnering and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach and the flexibility to support across both commercial and financial accounting tasks</li><li>Experience within consultancy, professional services, or a similar fast-paced, client-led environment (desirable)</li></ul><p>What's on Offer</p><ul><li>Salary £70,000 - £80,000 DOE</li><li>Hybrid working: 3 days office / 2 days home</li><li>Occasional travel to another UK office</li><li>Significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape financial strategy at the highest level</li></ul><p>This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys partnering with the business, and wants to make a real impact in a high-growth organisation.</p><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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi41OTE4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Accountancy and Finance is recruiting for a Finance Business Partner to join a PE backed service business based in Leeds. This role will serve as an advisor and decision support for the non-finance stakeholders, ensuring that operational decisions are informed by accurate financial data and analysis. If you have a strong financial acumen, a collaborative approach, and a passion for improvement, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver weekly profit and loss (P&L) reports to Gross Margin level, accompanied by detailed analysis, observations, and recommendations for operational improvements.</li><li>Produce complete monthly management accounts (P&L and Balance Sheet), ensuring reconciliation and accuracy of all financial entries</li><li>Align monthly management accounts with weekly P&Ls</li><li>Lead and implement value-adding financial projects and investigations</li><li>Support budget creation and analysis exercises to ensure realistic and actionable financial planning</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified/part-qualified or qualified by experience candidates will be considered</li><li>A strong ability to independently review and validate your own financial work</li><li>Experience in a similar Finance Business Partner or Management Accountant role</li><li>Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Exceptional organisational skills with the tenacity to resolve challenges and drive results.</li><li>Approachability and confidence to be a trusted advisor to operational teams and leaders.</li></ul><p>Salary:</p><p>£40,000 - £45,000k, plus additional benefits and a hybrid work pattern.</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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjE0Nzc4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a leading services business to recruit for a Finance Business Partner<strong>.</strong> We are seeking a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to drive financial performance and provide strategic insight across key contracts. This is a visible and influential role, offering progression and the opportunity to shape commercial outcomes. This is a hybrid role based in Stoke-on-Trent.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as a trusted advisor, providing real-time financial analysis and challenge to stakeholders.</li><li>Lead on commercial pricing for bids, renewals, and contract retentions.</li><li>Deliver financial oversight across contracts, including reporting, forecasting, and risk management.</li><li>Support contract negotiations and process improvements to maximise value.</li><li>Work closely with Procurement to optimise supplier agreements.</li><li>Contribute to period-end reporting, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified or Part Qualified Accountant (ACA / CIMA / ACCA) with strong commercial finance experience.</li><li>Proven background in stakeholder management and client-facing roles.</li><li>Highly analytical with advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge.</li><li>Confident working independently, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused with strong business acumen.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 + car allowance (£4600 per annually)</li><li>Opportunity to influence commercial strategy in a growing business.</li><li>Career development and progression 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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNzgyMjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with this Northwest based global SME in the appointment of a Finance Manager to lead the companies accounting function. The business produces products for well-known household names. </p><p>Reporting directly into the FD, the main purpose of the role will be to ensure efficient management of the global accounting function, producing insightful reporting on monthly business performance with clear indicators on successes and areas for improvement, and the timely preparation of submissions to the tax authorities for Corporation Tax, PAYE and VAT. </p><p>You will manage and develop the team through technical coaching and empowerment to enable them to perform and grow. You will understand the overall business goals and what they mean for you and your team and support your team members to achieve those goals. </p><p>Main duties include:</p><ul><li>Create & maintain monthly management reporting deck</li><li>Site controlling with full variance analysis</li><li>Continuous improvement of reporting to support business needs</li><li>Preparation of monthly/annual accounts </li><li>Oversight of monthly group reporting</li><li>Oversight of annual external audit process</li><li>Management of quarterly forecast & budget process </li><li>Quarterly corporation tax calculation and payment on account</li><li>Quarterly VAT submission and calculation of payment</li><li>Monthly PAYE reconciliation and calculation of payment</li><li>Management of the asset additions pool to ensure correct capitalisation</li></ul><p>This is a great role working within a collaborative team who hold their cultural values in the highest esteem. A culture that promotes the 'better together' and 'customer first' ethos. You will possess strong business partnering skills working collaboratively with finance, budget holders, payroll, operations and external audit. </p><p>YOU: </p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA) with manufacturing or FMCG experience</li><li>Management experience</li><li>Proactive and collaborative approach</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills written and verbal</li><li>Excellent Excel and Reporting skills</li><li>ERP experience </li></ul><p>This role will provide you with the opportunity to work for a successful global business on a growth trajectory, a pleasant and friendly team-orientated working environment, hybrid working with 3 days on site and on site parking, a 'dress for your day' approach, continuous learning and development and the opportunity to progress. </p><p>Benefits include: </p><ul><li>Flexible working hours </li><li>7.5% employer pension contribution</li><li>26 days holiday excluding bank holidays rising with service </li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Discretionary bonus </li></ul><p>Interviews will be taking place week commencing 1st September. </p><p>Due to the volume of applications, we are only able to contact candidates who meet the requisite skills and experience.</p><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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjY0MTQ0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
