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Head of Financial Control

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
120000 - 130000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a large business based in Manchester to recruit for a Head of Financial Control on a 12-month fixed-term contract.Location: Near Manchester City Centre Working pattern: 3 days on-site Contract: 12-month FTC Salary: £120,000-£130,000 + strong bonus and pension scheme Start date: Before the end of December, ideally soonerThe RoleThis is a senior finance leadership opportunity within a large, complex organisation. You will lead financial control activities across multiple business areas, strengthening governance, improving processes and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting. You will also play a key role in finance transformation, driving greater consistency, efficiency and control across the function.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and develop a large financial control team, including several direct reports, fostering a high-performance culture.</li><li>Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, maintaining robust controls and compliance with finance policies.</li><li>Build effective relationships with senior finance stakeholders, acting as a key contact for business area finance teams.</li><li>Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring findings are addressed and improvements implemented.</li><li>Drive standardisation, automation and continuous improvement across financial control processes.</li><li>Support the implementation of a new ERP system, helping to improve finance processes and operational effectiveness.</li><li>Coach and develop qualified and part-qualified accountants, building capability across the team.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>ACA qualified, with significant post-qualification experience.</li><li>Proven experience in a senior financial control role within a large, complex business or listed company.</li><li>Strong people leadership experience, with a track record of developing teams and building a high-performance culture.</li><li>Experience working within a shared service centre or centre of excellence.</li><li>Demonstrable success in process improvement, automation and standardisation within finance.</li><li>Strong technical accounting, financial reporting, governance and audit management experience.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level.</li><li>Have experience with team management of at least 10 or more employees and ideally have managed managers</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNzExNDIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-22T08:28:06Z

Group Financial Controller

Chorley, Lancashire
remote
Permanent
90000 - 110000 GBP / Yearly
We're partnering a fast-growing, Lancashire-based, private equity-backed technology business is looking to appoint an experienced Group Financial Controller to join its senior finance team.The business operates internationally across the UK and Europe and is going through an exciting period of growth, driven by organic expansion, technology investment and acquisition. This is a senior, hands-on Group FC role, reporting directly to the Group CFO and offering genuine scope to influence how the finance function develops as the business continues to scale.<h2>The role</h2>You will take ownership of the Group's financial reporting, consolidation, controls and accounting operations across 12 legal entities in the UK and Europe.Alongside ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Group's financial reporting, you will work closely with the CFO, senior leadership team, private equity investors, auditors, tax advisers and banking partners.The role will suit someone who enjoys operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and who can bring structure, rigour and commercial thinking without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and financial reporting process across 12 entities</li><li>Preparing consolidated financial statements in accordance with FRS 102</li><li>Overseeing the year-end statutory accounts process and managing external audit relationships</li><li>Ensuring balance sheet integrity, including key reconciliations and intercompany accounting</li><li>Leading the month-end close process and ensuring appropriate Group adjustments and eliminations</li><li>Managing Group tax compliance, working with external advisers and local finance teams across multiple jurisdictions</li><li>Preparing quarterly covenant and investor reporting</li><li>Managing Group cash flow and treasury, including the weekly 13-week cash flow forecast</li><li>Supporting banking requirements and facility utilisation</li><li>Providing technical accounting advice across the Group, including accounting for hedging and financial derivatives</li><li>Supporting acquisitions, due diligence and post-acquisition integration</li><li>Working with the CFO and PE investors on Group reporting and wider finance matters</li><li>Strengthening financial controls, governance and processes as the business scales</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve automation, systems and reporting</li><li>Working with finance teams across the Group to improve consistency and financial discipline</li><li>Supporting wider finance projects and system implementations</li></ul><h2>What we're looking for</h2>We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with a practice background and strong technical accounting and Group reporting experience. You will have:<ul><li>Post-qualified experience within a PE backed Group finance environment</li><li>Strong consolidation and statutory reporting experience</li><li>Experience working across multiple entities and/or international operations</li><li>A strong technical accounting grounding</li><li>Experience dealing with auditors, advisers, banks and senior stakeholders</li><li>Exposure to private equity, high-growth or acquisitive businesses would be highly advantageous</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels</li></ul>Most importantly, you will be hands-on, pragmatic and commercially minded. This is not a role for someone who wants to operate purely at a reporting distance - you'll be close to the detail, but also expected to understand the wider business and contribute to its growth.<h2>Why join?</h2>This is an opportunity to join a growing international technology business at an important stage of its journey.You will work closely with an experienced CFO and private equity stakeholders, with the opportunity to help shape the Group's financial infrastructure as it continues to grow through international expansion and acquisition.For someone looking for a genuine Group FC position with breadth, visibility and the opportunity to make an impact, this is an excellent time to join.Hybrid working is offered.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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjkxMjA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-08T15:02:06Z

Group Finance Controller

Lancashire, Lancashire
remote
Permanent
90000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
Group Financial Controller | Hybrid (2 days office / 3 days home) | £90k-£100k | Permanent | Lancashire | Must be able to start immediately / short notice A growing, PE-backed UK business is looking to appoint a Group Financial Controller as part of its continued growth and development.This is a senior, hands-on finance role with responsibility for Group financial control, reporting and governance across a multi-entity organisation. You'll work closely with the CFO and senior leadership team, while also taking ownership of the detail across Group reporting, consolidation, statutory accounts and technical accounting.<h3>The role</h3>You will take ownership of the Group's financial control environment, ensuring accurate and timely reporting and strong financial governance across the business.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and Group reporting process</li><li>Ownership of Group statutory accounts and year-end reporting</li><li>Managing the annual audit process and relationships with external auditors</li><li>Maintaining strong balance sheet integrity and financial controls</li><li>Overseeing intercompany accounting and reconciliations across multiple entities</li><li>Preparing and managing cashflow forecasts and supporting treasury activity</li><li>Providing technical accounting guidance and resolving complex accounting issues</li><li>Supporting tax compliance and working with external advisers</li><li>Preparing reporting for senior leadership, investors and other key stakeholders</li><li>Supporting financial reporting requirements associated with the Group's funding arrangements</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and systems</li><li>Supporting acquisitions, integration and other finance projects as the business continues to grow</li></ul><h3>About you</h3>We're looking for a qualified accountant with strong Group financial control experience and a hands-on approach.You'll ideally have:<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Significant experience across Group financial control and reporting</li><li>Strong experience across consolidation, statutory accounts and Group reporting</li><li>Good technical accounting knowledge, ideally across UK GAAP and IFRS</li><li>Experience managing external audits</li><li>Strong understanding of balance sheet controls, intercompany and financial governance</li><li>Experience across cashflow forecasting and treasury</li><li>Ideally, experience within a PE-backed, acquisitive or fast-growing environment</li><li>Confidence working with CFOs, auditors, investors and senior stakeholders</li><li>A practical approach and willingness to get into the detail rather than simply oversee from a distance</li></ul><h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li>£90,000-£120,000 salary</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Senior position within a growing and evolving Group</li><li>Direct exposure to the CFO and senior leadership team</li><li>Opportunity to play a key role in strengthening and developing the Group finance function</li><li>Broad remit covering technical finance, reporting, controls and strategic projects</li></ul>Location: Lancashire Salary: £90,000-£120,000 Working pattern: HybridRobert 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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi42MDczNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-08T11:04:09Z

Finance Business Partner

Dudley, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Commercial Controller | Manufacturing | Dudley</h1>Up to £70,000 + benefits | Permanent | Hybrid - 3 days on site<h3>This isn't a month-end role.</h3>If your background is in commercial finance, finance business partnering or commercial analysis, and you enjoy being close to the decisions that drive a manufacturing business forward, this could be an opportunity worth exploring.I'm working exclusively on a newly created Commercial Controller position within a growing manufacturing business that has recently been acquired and is now part of a much larger European corporate group.The business is growing quickly - with an ambitious plan to double turnover over the next three years - and finance is becoming increasingly influential in how the site makes commercial decisions.This is a hands-on, commercially focused role, partnering directly with the Site Managing Director and wider leadership team, with a dotted line into Group Finance.<h3>What will make you stand out?</h3>You will already have a strong commercial finance / business partnering background and be comfortable challenging the numbers rather than simply reporting them.I'm particularly interested in people who have experience with:<ul><li>Commercial forecasting and financial modelling</li><li>Pricing, margin and profitability analysis</li><li>Challenging assumptions around sales, volumes, customer opportunities and cost</li><li>Working closely with Sales, Operations and senior leadership</li><li>Turning financial data into commercial decisions and actions</li><li>Manufacturing, FMCG, retail or another commercially driven environment</li><li>Private label, retailer relationships or customer-specific pricing</li><li>Acquisition, integration or bringing a business into a larger group structure</li></ul>You might currently be a Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance Analyst, Senior Commercial Analyst or similar, and see this as the opportunity to step into a broader Commercial Controller position.<h3>What this role isn't</h3>This isn't a traditional Financial Controller or Management Accountant position.If your experience is primarily month-end, statutory reporting and financial control, without significant commercial partnering, forecasting, pricing or margin exposure, this probably won't be the right fit.We're looking for someone who wants to be part of the commercial conversation - someone who can ask the difficult questions, spot an opportunity in the numbers and help the leadership team make better decisions.<h3>Why now?</h3>The business is at an interesting point in its growth.Following a recent acquisition, it is becoming part of a much larger international group while retaining significant opportunity at site level. There is a genuine chance for the right person to influence how the finance function supports that growth, rather than simply stepping into an established process.Up to £70,000, hybrid working with three days on site in Dudley, plus benefits.If you're currently working in commercial finance or finance business partnering within manufacturing, FMCG or retail, I'd be interested in speaking with you.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uMzE3MTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-08T14:17:01Z

Financial Controller

Warrington, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Warrington | £55,000-£65,000 + bonus | On-site An opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a successful, profitable and growing founder-owned business based in Warrington.Operating in a technology-led, consumer-focused market, the business has established a strong market position and continues to grow, with ambitious plans for the future. It offers the opportunity to join an entrepreneurial environment with an established operation, where finance plays an important role in supporting business performance and future growth.This is a key appointment within a close-knit team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, work closely with senior leadership and make a tangible contribution to the continued development of the business.<h3>The role</h3>Reporting to the senior finance leadership team, the Financial Controller will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting and robust processes.The role offers a varied blend of technical accounting, team leadership and commercial business partnering. You will lead a small finance team, remaining hands-on with the detail while providing the financial insight needed to support business performance and decision-making.This would suit someone who enjoys working in a dynamic SME environment, where initiative, adaptability and a pragmatic approach are valued.<h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Own the month-end close process, delivering accurate and timely management accounts.</li><li>Oversee the general ledger, journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls, accounting policies and reporting procedures.</li><li>Lead, support and develop a small finance team, including two Assistant Accountants.</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial modelling.</li><li>Provide commercial analysis and insight to support business planning and strategic decisions.</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders, communicating financial performance clearly and managing expectations.</li><li>Monitor results against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.</li><li>Oversee statutory reporting, audit requirements and compliance with relevant accounting standards.</li><li>Review and improve finance systems, processes and reporting to support the business as it grows.</li><li>Work closely with the leadership team to ensure finance supports operational performance and future growth.</li></ul><h3>About you</h3>You will be a technically strong and commercially minded finance professional who is comfortable rolling up your sleeves and getting involved in the detail.You will ideally have:<ul><li>A recognised accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with at least two years' post-qualification experience.</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills and experience across financial control and reporting.</li><li>A solid grounding in month-end, balance sheet management and financial controls.</li><li>Experience of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial modelling.</li><li>The ability to lead and develop a small team while remaining hands-on.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems and financial data.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to challenge constructively and improve processes.</li></ul>Experience in an SME, owner-managed or entrepreneurial business would be advantageous. Practice-trained candidates with the right commercial awareness and desire to move into a broad industry role will also be considered.Most importantly, you will be adaptable, approachable and comfortable operating in a growing business where collaboration, accountability and initiative are key.<h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li>Salary of £55,000-£65,000, depending on experience.</li><li>Bonus scheme.</li><li>Holidays increasing with service.</li><li>Workplace pension.</li><li>Employee rewards and benefits through Perkbox.</li><li>On-site parking.</li><li>A close-knit, collaborative working environment.</li><li>The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence business decisions.</li><li>A broad, influential role with the opportunity to shape processes, develop the finance function and support the next stage of business growth.</li></ul><h3>Location</h3>Warrington - this is an office-based position, suited to someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative team and working closely with the wider business.If you're looking for a Financial Controller role where you can combine technical expertise with commercial involvement and have a genuine impact on a successful, growing business, we'd welcome a conversation.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4xNDIzOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-21T12:13:28Z

Business Partner Finance

Telford, Shropshire
remote
Temporary
450 - 550 GBP / Daily
Interim Finance Business Partner Location: Telford (Hybrid Working Available) Rate: £400-£550 per day inside Duration: 3-6 Months<h3>The Opportunity</h3>We are supporting a well-established business in Telford who are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner to provide commercial finance support during a period of change and growth. This is a highly visible role, partnering with operational and senior leadership teams to drive performance, improve decision-making, and deliver meaningful financial insights.The successful candidate will be commercially minded, hands on, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insight and challenge</li><li>Deliver weekly and monthly performance reporting and commentary</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes</li><li>Analyse revenue, margins, costs and key business drivers</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency</li><li>Build and maintain financial models to support decision making</li><li>Provide financial support on business projects and improvement initiatives</li><li>Assist with month-end activities and management accounts where required</li><li>Develop meaningful KPIs and performance dashboards</li><li>Present financial information to senior stakeholders in a clear and concise manner</li></ul><h3>Person Specification</h3><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)</li><li>Previous experience in a Finance Business Partner or Commercial Finance role</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence non-finance teams</li><li>Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capability</li><li>Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling</li><li>Comfortable working independently and adding value from day one</li><li>Strong communication and presentation skills</li><li>Experience within manufacturing, distribution, FMCG or service-led environments would be advantageous</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Immediate start available</li><li>High-profile business partnering role</li><li>Opportunity to influence key commercial decisions</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement</li><li>Dynamic and collaborative 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 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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuODM3OTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-22T12:34:21Z

31 results for Payments Manager in Macclesfield, Cheshire East