<p><strong>Interim Finance Consultant (Manufacturing Scale-up)</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid - Bristol, with travel to London<br /> <strong>Duration:</strong> 4-6 months<br /> <strong>Rate:</strong> £450 - £550pd - Outside IR35<br /> <strong>Reports to:</strong> COO</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p><br /> A well-backed manufacturing scale-up is transitioning from R&D into commercial production. They are seeking an Interim Finance Consultant to design and implement stock, inventory and cost of goods sold (COGS) processes in their ERP, and to own the finance side of the ERP-MES integration. This is a hands-on, standalone role with no team to delegate to the successful candidate will have full ownership to build these processes from the ground up, leaving behind a documented, repeatable process for the permanent team to run after handover.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Main Focus;</strong></p><ul><li>Design and implement stock, inventory and COGS processes in the ERP system, covering costing method, valuation, bills of materials, and WIP and finished goods tracking</li><li>Own the month-end reconciliation between the ERP and the manufacturing execution system (MES)</li><li>Own the ERP-MES integration from the finance side, ensuring production data flows into the ledger accurately</li><li>Leave behind a documented, repeatable process the permanent team can run after handover</li></ul><p> </p><p>Reporting and scaling finance processes</p><ul><li>Improve management reporting and put in place the controls and processes needed to move from R&D into commercial production</li><li>Build gross margin and unit cost reporting</li><li>Move the business to production-based cost accounting as it scales</li></ul><p> </p><p>Stakeholder engagement and management</p><ul><li>Work closely with production, engineering and finance teams to understand shop floor operations, agree data ownership and process changes, and drive adoption of new ways of working</li><li>Act as the main point of contact for group finance agreeing reporting requirements, accounting policies and timelines up front, and keeping stakeholders updated on progress and risks</li><li>Manage expectations so that delivery aligns with group-level policies and needs</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on ERP implementation experience in a manufacturing or scale-up setting</li><li>Comfortable delivering alone with minimal support</li><li>Strong understanding of shop floor operations</li><li>Able to explain finance to non-finance teams, with the emotional intelligence to hold their own with senior group stakeholders</li><li>Ideally has experience remediating a poorly executed ERP rollout, and understands what good looks like from the outset</li></ul><p> </p><p>If you would like more information regarding the above role, please reach out directly to Hannah Curnow on 01179 35459.</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/aGFubmFoLmN1cm5vdy4zMjc1NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Are you an early-career Data Scientist who enjoys solving real-world problems with messy data, building practical machine learning solutions and turning complex information into actionable business insights?<br /><br />Our client is an ambitious, PE backed business based in Windsor, at the beginning of their journey to become a data enabled company with the adoption of advanced analytics, AI and ML operations. </p><p>We're looking for a hands-on, numerically strong data professional to join a growing business and help transform its data capabilities. This is an opportunity to work across data science, engineering, AI and visualisation, with plenty of scope to develop your skills and make a tangible impact.<br /><br />This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to get hands-on, take ownership and see their work make a genuine difference to business performance.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Clean, reconcile and integrate messy data from multiple systems using SQL, data pipelines and fuzzy matching techniques.</p></li><li><p>Develop, test and improve machine learning models, including predictive and risk modelling.</p></li><li><p>Explore AI applications to extract and validate information from documents, identify reliable data sources and automate processes.</p></li><li><p>Support the integration of data and ML models within a Snowflake environment.</p></li><li><p>Build data visualisations and dashboards to communicate insights to business leaders and investors.</p></li><li><p>Work with stakeholders to translate business challenges into practical, data-driven solutions.</p></li></ul><p><strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>A degree or postgraduate qualification in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related quantitative discipline.</p></li><li><p>Some practical experience with machine learning, AI or predictive modelling, gained through university projects or professional experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong SQL skills and an understanding of data structures, data integration and statistical methods.</p></li><li><p>A practical, proactive approach and the confidence to tackle imperfect data and ambiguous problems.</p></li><li><p>Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders.</p></li></ul><p>Experience with <strong>Power BI, Snowflake, Python, MLOps, Docker, CI/CD or AI-powered applications</strong> would be advantageous.</p><p><strong>Why join?</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Salary from £50,000, with flexibility for the right candidate.</p></li><li><p>15% bonus potential, plus a 10% car allowance or pension contribution.</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working, typically 3-4 days per week in Windsor.</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to work with emerging AI technologies and help shape a growing data function.</p></li><li><p>Clear scope for career progression as the business expands.</p></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/Um94eS5MYXcuMDQ4MTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="0 0 []">Credit Controller</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Near Datchet<br /><strong>Rate:</strong> £17.00-£20.00 per hour + holiday pay (DOE)<br /><strong>Contract:</strong> Temporary with potential to become permanent<br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> 5 days in the office, with flexibility to move to 4 days for the right person</p><p> </p><p>We're recruiting for an experienced <strong>Credit Controller</strong> to join a busy finance team. This is a high-volume role managing a large customer ledger, so we're looking for someone with a strong accounting background and solid reconciliation experience.</p><p>Key responsibilities</p><p>Manage a ledger of approximately <strong>700-800 customer accounts</strong></p><p>Chase outstanding debt via phone and email</p><p>Complete detailed <strong>account reconciliations</strong> and resolve discrepancies</p><p>Investigate aged debt and identify solutions to recover outstanding balances</p><p>Maintain accurate customer account records</p><p>Use <strong>Excel</strong>, including Pivot Tables and V-Lookups</p><p>Work closely with the wider finance team and support with accounting duties where required</p><p>About you</p><p><strong>5 plus Credit Control experience</strong></p><p>Strong accounting background with proven <strong>account reconciliation</strong> experience</p><p>Comfortable managing a high-volume ledger of 700-800 accounts</p><p>Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and V-Lookups</p><p>Positive, proactive and solutions-focused approach</p><p>Hardworking and willing to prove yourself in a new role</p><p>Able to work independently while contributing positively to the wider team</p><p>This is an immediate-start temporary position with genuine potential to become permanent for the right person. The initial requirement is 5 days in the office, with flexibility to move to 4 days for someone who demonstrates they can manage the workload effectively.</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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy4xMTkzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>IT Operations Manager<br />Reading | £65,000 | Permanent | 5 days office-based initially, reducing to 3 days after probation<br />We are recruiting for an experienced IT Operations Manager to join a growing organisation based in Reading.<br />This is a key role within the technology function, responsible for ensuring the organisation's IT services and infrastructure are reliable, secure, efficient and aligned with business needs.<br />Reporting to the Head of Technology, you will lead day-to-day IT operations, oversee technical support, manage service partners and drive continuous improvement across the IT environment.<br />The role<br />You will take ownership of IT service delivery and operational performance, ensuring systems remain stable, secure and available while delivering a high level of service to users across the organisation.<br />Key responsibilities will include:<br />* Leading the day-to-day operation of IT infrastructure, systems, networks and end-user services<br />* Managing and developing technical support capabilities<br />* Ensuring IT services meet agreed SLAs and performance targets<br />* Managing incidents, problems, changes and major incidents<br />* Driving continuous improvement across IT operations and service management<br />* Maintaining the stability and security of Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory/Entra ID and endpoint services<br />* Overseeing infrastructure upgrades, patching and lifecycle management<br />* Supporting disaster recovery and business continuity<br />* Managing third-party IT suppliers and service providers<br />* Monitoring supplier performance against agreed SLAs<br />* Working closely with security teams to manage vulnerabilities, risks and compliance<br />* Producing operational reports and performance dashboards<br />* Managing operational budgets and identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies<br />* Leading, coaching and developing members of the IT team<br />About you<br />We are looking for an experienced IT Operations, Infrastructure or Service Delivery professional who combines strong technical understanding with excellent people and stakeholder management skills.<br />You will ideally have:<br />* Significant experience in IT Operations, Infrastructure Management or Service Delivery<br />* Experience managing technical support and/or infrastructure teams<br />* Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure and Active Directory/Entra ID<br />* Experience working within an ITIL-based service management environment<br />* Strong experience managing incidents, problems, changes and operational risk<br />* Excellent supplier and stakeholder management skills<br />* Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities<br />* Excellent written and verbal communication skills<br />* A degree in IT, Computer Science or equivalent professional experience<br />Desirable experience includes hybrid cloud environments, cyber security frameworks, digital transformation, AI strategy, DevOps/SRE and relevant ITIL or Microsoft certifications.<br />What you'll get<br />* £65,000 salary<br />* Permanent position<br />* Reading-based<br />* 5 days in the office initially, reducing to 3 days per week after successful completion of probation<br />* Monday-Friday, 7:00am to 4:00pm or 7:30am-4:30pm<br />* 24 days' holiday + bank holidays<br />* Opportunity to play a key role in the development and improvement of the IT function<br />* Supportive environment focused on initiative, learning, collaboration and continuous improvement<br />Our values<br />We believe in Deliver, Initiative, Appreciation, Learn and Support.<br />We want people who take ownership, use their initiative, learn from challenges and work collaboratively to deliver great results.<br />If you're an experienced IT Operations Manager, IT Infrastructure Manager or Service Delivery Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.</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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy44NTExNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting an Italian or French speaking Accounts Receivable Clerk on a permanent basis in Swindon. You will take ownership of the receivables for two Italian sites, supporting the business in collecting cash, managing risk and keeping customer relationships strong. This is a great opportunity for a language-skilled finance professional to build a career within an international, multi-functional finance team.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>The Accounts Receivable Clerk will be responsible for a range of duties including but not limited to:</p><ul><li>Taking ownership of two Italian sites and their AR ledgers</li><li>Managing the collection of country receivables</li><li>Setting up new customers</li><li>Assessing and managing risk on credit lines</li><li>Holding debtor ageing meetings with local customer service teams, sales and finance controllers, discussing customer status and helping where needed</li><li>Reporting weekly debtor data, including actual and projected bad debt</li><li>Managing month-end close and completing reconciliations between Accounts Receivable and the General Ledger</li><li>Completing weekly GL uploads</li><li>Partnering with other functions across the European SSC</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Fluent Italian or French language skills.</li><li>Previous experience in a Finance or Accounts Receivable or Credit Control role, preferably within an international company.</li><li>Strong communication and customer relationship management skills.</li><li>Proven ability to manage collections, resolve account queries and reduce overdue debt.</li><li>Strong Excel knowledge and skills.</li><li>Experience in a shared service or multinational environment is beneficial.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>£30,000 - £35,000 base salary.</li><li>Office based during the initial training period</li><li>Following successful completion of training, hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days from home</li><li>28 days annual leave + bank holidays.</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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjU3ODU2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a small, ambitious and friendly business based in Oxford. They are looking for an Accounts Assistant to take ownership of an important part of the financial operation.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with finance experience who enjoys variety, likes working with people as well as numbers, and wants to play a genuinely meaningful role within a growing, close-knit business.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into the finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring customer accounts are accurately maintained and payments are received and allocated promptly. You'll be working with customers from around the world across multiple currencies, and the role goes well beyond routine accounts receivable. You'll also liaise with sales and marketing colleagues, resolve customer queries, produce reports, and get involved in wider business projects.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Allocating customer payments accurately against invoices and reconciling bank accounts</li><li>Preparing and importing bank statements into Xero</li><li>Proactively chasing outstanding debts by phone and email, maintaining accurate records of collection activity</li><li>Managing the accounts receivable inbox and resolving customer queries promptly and professionally</li><li>Producing and reviewing the monthly Aged Debtors Report</li><li>Maintaining and updating debt-tracking spreadsheets and reports</li><li>Supporting the wider finance function with ad hoc projects and administration</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in an accounts receivable, credit control or accounts assistant role</li><li>Confident working with multiple currencies and reconciling accounts</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the confidence to proactively chase payments</li><li>Organised, accurate and comfortable managing a varied workload</li><li>Experience with Xero (or similar accounting software) is desirable but not essential</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of up to £32,000, depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home</li><li>Discretionary annual bonus</li><li>25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, rising with service (up to 30 days)</li><li>Early finish on Fridays</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Quarterly team socials and Christmas party</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>The chance to join a small, fun team with genuine international reach</li></ul><p><strong>Apply Now</strong></p><p>If you're looking for a varied finance role within a supportive, sociable team where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Robert Half's Oxford office for a confidential conversation.</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS40Njc4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2>Credit Controller</h2><h3>About the Role</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy credit control team within an established organisation. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of customers, ensuring outstanding debts are chased effectively while maintaining strong relationships with both customers and internal stakeholders.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Reporting to the Credit Control Manager, you will play an important role in achieving individual and team targets, whilst also supporting the continuous improvement of credit control processes and administration.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage end-to-end credit control activity across an allocated sales ledger, using telephone, email and written correspondence.</li><li>Work within agreed credit control processes to achieve individual and team collection targets.</li><li>Liaise with the invoicing team and regional managers to resolve queries and disputes that could delay payment.</li><li>Accurately record credit control and customer information using SAGE.</li><li>Issue final demand notices where required.</li><li>Produce monthly reporting for regional teams and the Credit Control Manager, including debtor levels and overdue accounts.</li><li>Prepare relevant documentation for escalation to the in-house legal team where required.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records and account information.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for an experienced Credit Controller who is confident communicating with customers, organised in their approach and comfortable working in a high-volume environment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>2-3 years' experience working in a credit control role.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with customers and colleagues.</li><li>A proactive and solutions-focused approach to resolving issues.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.</li><li>The ability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines while maintaining accuracy.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, with good numerical and reconciliation skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.</li><li>Previous experience using SAGE or similar accounting software.</li></ul><h3>Core Competencies</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>A collaborative team player who supports colleagues and contributes positively to the wider team.</li><li>Demonstrates energy, initiative and a proactive approach.</li><li>Takes ownership of responsibilities and follows tasks through to completion.</li><li>Committed to delivering high standards of accuracy and customer service.</li><li>Willing to contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of team processes.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an opportunity to join an established organisation where you will be part of a supportive credit control function and have the opportunity to develop your skills and experience within a collaborative environment.</p><p>If you are an experienced Credit Controller looking for your next opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you.</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNTE1MTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Specialist to join a well-recognised Professional Services company based in Bristol. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£32,000 - £40,000 plus bonus, hybrid remote working and wider benefits package</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of the assigned ledgers, ensuring invoices are processed on a timely basis</li><li>Implement and maintain purchase ledger controls and processes, ensuring compliance with internal policies</li><li>Establish KPI's and identify areas for process improvement</li><li>Help transition the function from manual to automated systems, through system implementation</li><li>Prompt management and resolution of queries</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>3+ years experience working in a senior purchase ledger role</li><li>Intermediate Excel</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Calm and assertive being able to communicate across all levels of a business</li><li>Capacity to prioritise tasks and work under pressure</li><li>Methodical with attention to detail and accuracy</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£32,000 - £40,000 plus bonus, hybrid remote working and wider benefits package</strong></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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi4yODU2Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Exciting opportunity to join a well established and growing business based in Wantage as Infrastructure Team Leader, offering excellent career progression and development and competitive salary/package.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Infrastructure Team Leader, you'll be responsible for:</p><ul><li>leading a small team of infrastructure specialists, responsible for monitoring, supporting and maintaining a reliable and high-performing server, storage and data-centre infrastructure </li><li>coordinating activities with internal and 3rd party resources across multiple international sites </li><li>lead continuous improvement of backups, disaster recovery and monitoring processes</li><li>identify opportunities to implement new technologies in line with IT strategy, driving automation and continuous improvement</li><li>maintaining standards and adhering to compliance processes and procedures, in line with various IT and security frameworks </li><li>lead on exciting infrastructure change projects and initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Applicants for the Infrastructure Team Leader role will:</p><ul><li>have sound experience gained as an infrastructure engineer, systems administrator, or similar, with strong knowledge across storage, server and data-centres, in particular Microsoft based infrastructure</li><li>be experienced with hyper-visor technologies (e.g. VMWare, Hyper-V, Nutanix, Proxmox)</li><li>have knowledge or experience of automation / orchestration (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) and container platforms (e.g. Kubernetes) would be beneficial </li><li>be comfortable working in a regulated environment and experience driving compliance with frameworks / standards</li><li>be comfortable working in an office based environment and with occasional international travel</li></ul><p><strong>On offer</strong></p><p>Competitive salary and benefits package, including generous pension, bonus, private medical and flexible working hours</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/cGV0ZXIuZWx3YXJkLjczODg5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">