<p></p><h3>Interim Debt Recovery Specialist</h3><p><strong>Location:</strong> Basingstoke (Office-Based)<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Interim Contract | Initial 3-Month Assignment<br /> <strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate / Short Notice Preferred</p><br><br>The Opportunity<br><br><p>We are supporting a well-established organisation seeking an experienced <strong>Debt Recovery Specialist</strong> to join the business on an initial 3-month interim basis. This role will focus on managing a portfolio of overdue and defaulted accounts, delivering effective recovery solutions while maintaining a customer-focused approach.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on collections or recovery professional who can quickly integrate into a busy team and make an immediate impact.</p><br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br><ul><li>Manage a portfolio of overdue, delinquent and defaulted accounts.</li><li>Proactively contact customers to discuss outstanding balances and agree appropriate repayment solutions.</li><li>Negotiate payment plans, settlements and recovery strategies.</li><li>Assess individual customer circumstances and determine the most appropriate course of action.</li><li>Work closely with internal stakeholders and external third parties to progress recovery activities.</li><li>Support litigation, insolvency and other complex recovery processes where required.</li><li>Maintain accurate and detailed records of all customer interactions and case activity.</li><li>Ensure all activity is conducted in line with relevant regulatory and compliance requirements.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve recovery processes and operational efficiency.</li></ul><br><br>About You<br><br><ul><li>Previous experience within debt recovery, collections, credit control or arrears management.</li><li>Strong negotiation and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to manage challenging conversations professionally and effectively.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing a varied caseload.</li><li>Strong IT and systems skills.</li><li>Experience within a regulated financial services environment is advantageous but not essential.</li></ul><br><br>What's on Offer<br><br><ul><li>Initial 3-month interim assignment with potential for extension.</li><li>Immediate start available.</li><li>Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team.</li><li>Varied workload with autonomy and responsibility from day one.</li><li>Basingstoke-based office location.</li></ul><p><strong>Suitable for candidates from debt recovery, collections, arrears management, financial services collections, commercial recoveries or credit control backgrounds.</strong></p><br><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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuNzA4NjQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-section-id="1tlgwdw" data-end="223" data-start="203" dir="auto">Credit Controller</h2><p data-end="463" data-start="225" dir="auto"><strong data-start="225" data-end="238">Location:</strong> Near Datchet<br data-start="246" data-end="249" /> <strong data-end="258" data-start="249">Rate:</strong> £17.00-£20.00 per hour + holiday pay (DOE)<br / data-end="304" data-start="301"> <strong data-start="304" data-end="317">Contract:</strong> Temporary with potential to become permanent<br data-start="362" / data-end="365"> <strong data-start="365" data-end="385">Working Pattern:</strong> 5 days in the office, with flexibility to move to 4 days for the right person</p><p data-end="714" data-start="465" dir="auto">We're recruiting for an experienced <strong data-end="522" data-start="501">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><h3 data-end="740" data-section-id="1ebdpq3" dir="auto" data-start="716">Key responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1195" data-start="742"><li data-start="742" data-end="806" data-section-id="7c0ulv">Manage a ledger of approximately <strong data-start="777" data-end="806">700-800 customer accounts</strong></li><li data-end="851" data-section-id="xc4bok" data-start="807">Chase outstanding debt via phone and email</li><li data-section-id="vj6faq" data-end="925" data-start="852">Complete detailed <strong data-end="899" data-start="872">account reconciliations</strong> and resolve discrepancies</li><li data-start="926" data-section-id="12u1qpy" data-end="1004">Investigate aged debt and identify solutions to recover outstanding balances</li><li data-section-id="hlisn0" data-end="1049" data-start="1005">Maintain accurate customer account records</li><li data-section-id="w02sfw" data-end="1102" data-start="1050">Use <strong data-end="1065" data-start="1056">Excel</strong>, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs</li><li data-end="1195" data-section-id="aweyeo" data-start="1103">Work closely with the wider finance team and support with accounting duties where required</li></ul><h3 data-end="1210" data-section-id="hoele0" data-start="1197" dir="auto">About you</h3><ul data-start="1212" data-end="1647"><li data-section-id="ri6hge" data-end="1255" data-start="1212"><strong data-start="1214" data-end="1255">5-10 years' Credit Control experience</strong></li><li data-start="1256" data-end="1336" data-section-id="n55whq">Strong accounting background with proven <strong data-end="1325" data-start="1299">account reconciliation</strong> experience</li><li data-start="1337" data-end="1400" data-section-id="glh1vc">Comfortable managing a high-volume ledger of 700-800 accounts</li><li data-section-id="i13bfy" data-end="1459" data-start="1401">Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs</li><li data-start="1460" data-section-id="1sfugt5" data-end="1512">Positive, proactive and solutions-focused approach</li><li data-start="1513" data-end="1570" data-section-id="lcpnol">Hardworking and willing to prove yourself in a new role</li><li data-end="1647" data-section-id="xu2ghi" data-start="1571">Able to work independently while contributing positively to the wider team</li></ul><p data-end="1918" data-is-last-node="" dir="auto" data-start="1649" data-is-only-node="">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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuNTQyODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><p>An established and growing business based in Four Ashes is looking to recruit an ambitious <strong>Accounts Assistant</strong> to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in finance, with exposure to all aspects of transactional accounting and opportunities to develop their skills within a supportive environment.</p><p>Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate processing of financial information while gaining valuable experience across month-end and reporting activities.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and accounting data</li><li>Performing bank reconciliations and supplier statement reconciliations</li><li>Supporting weekly and monthly payment runs</li><li>Assisting with credit control and customer account management</li><li>Resolving supplier, customer, and internal finance queries</li><li>Supporting month-end processes, including reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Assisting with journals, accruals, and prepayments where appropriate</li><li>Maintaining financial records in line with company procedures and controls</li><li>Contributing to process improvements within the finance function</li><li>Supporting the wider team with ad hoc finance and administrative duties</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul><li>Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, or similar finance position</li><li>Experience processing high volumes of invoices and maintaining accurate records</li><li>Confident completing bank reconciliations</li><li>Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy</li><li>Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines</li><li>Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel</li></ul><h2>Desirable</h2><ul><li>AAT qualified or currently studying towards an AAT qualification</li><li>Experience supporting month-end processes</li><li>Knowledge of journals, accruals, and prepayments</li><li>Experience using Sage, Xero, or other accounting software</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Full-time, permanent opportunity</li><li>5 days per week office based in Four Ashes</li><li>Genuine career development and progression opportunities</li><li>Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities</li><li>Supportive and collaborative working environment</li><li>Study support available for candidates looking to continue their finance qualifications</li></ul><p>This role would suit an Accounts Assistant looking to develop their finance career within a growing business that can offer ongoing training, increased responsibilities, and opportunities for progression.</p><br><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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS42NjY1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are supporting a business based in Bath, who are looking for an interim Credit Controller to join their team.</p><p>This role presents an opportunity for an individual with good communication skills and a finance background to contribute to the efficient functioning of the receivables operations.</p><p><strong>Start Date: </strong>ASAP</p><p><strong>Role:</strong> Credit Controller</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 2 - 3 months</p><p><strong>Hourly Rate:</strong> £15.38ph - £16.41ph</p><p><strong>Office Based</strong></p><p><strong>Full Time</strong></p><p><strong>Working hours: </strong>30<strong> - </strong>35 hours per week</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Credit Control </li><li>Inbox Queries</li><li>Cash Receipting</li><li>Setting up customer accounts, credit checking and managing credit limits</li><li>Reduce overall debtor levels</li><li>Adhoc duties as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Required experience/background:</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent communication</li><li>Team player</li><li>Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills</li></ul><p>For more information on this role please apply online or drop me an email with a copy of your CV </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/bGV3aXMueW91bmcuMjI0MDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are supporting a business based in Northeast Bristol, who are looking for a Credit Controller to join their team on a 12-month Fixed term contract.</p><p>This role presents an opportunity for an individual with good communication skills and a finance background to contribute to the efficient functioning of the receivables operations.</p><p><strong>Start Date</strong>: ASAP</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 12 Month FTC</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £27,000 - £29,000</p><p><strong>Working Pattern: </strong>Hybrid working available following initial training period</p><p><strong>Working hours: </strong>37.5 hours per week</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Credit Control </li><li>Inbox Queries</li><li>Cash Receipting</li><li>Setting up customer accounts, credit checking and managing credit limits</li><li>Reduce overall debtor levels</li><li>Adhoc duties as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Required experience/background:</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent communication</li><li>Team player</li><li>Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills</li><li>Credit Control or Customer Service background beneficial</li></ul><p>For more information on this role, please apply online or email a copy of your CV </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/bGV3aXMueW91bmcuNzIzOTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3 class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Credit Controller - Temporary</strong></h3><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Location:</strong> Radley (Hybrid)<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000 equivalent<br /><strong>Duration:</strong> 2-month contract - potential to be extended<br /><strong>Start date:</strong> 12th October<br /><strong>Hours:</strong> Part-time hours would be considered if required</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half Ltd are working with an established organisation based in Radley that are looking for a Credit Controller to join them on a temporary basis. </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>The role will involve:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Monitoring outstanding balances and following up overdue payments</li><li>Managing repayment plans </li><li>Supporting the fees team with termly billing</li><li>Initiating formal debt recovery where required</li><li>Liaising with debt collection agencies when necessary</li></ul><p> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>We're looking for someone with:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong Excel skills </li><li>Excellent communication and written skills</li><li>Strong organisation and attention to detail</li><li>A proactive, hands-on attitude</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMDI1MzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><p>We are currently recruiting for an experienced Credit Controller to join a busy and fast-paced finance team based in Birmingham City Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual who enjoys building strong customer relationships, managing a high-volume ledger, and driving cash collection performance.</p><p>Working closely with internal stakeholders and external clients, you will play a key role in maintaining cash flow, resolving account queries, and ensuring outstanding balances are collected efficiently.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Managing a high-volume portfolio of customer accounts.</li><li>Chasing outstanding debt via telephone, email, and written correspondence.</li><li>Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers to ensure timely payment of invoices.</li><li>Investigating and resolving invoice queries and payment disputes.</li><li>Allocating incoming payments and reconciling customer accounts.</li><li>Negotiating payment plans where appropriate.</li><li>Monitoring aged debt reports and escalating overdue accounts when necessary.</li><li>Producing regular debtor reports for management.</li><li>Working closely with operational teams to resolve billing issues and remove barriers to payment.</li><li>Maintaining accurate customer account records and detailed collection notes.</li><li>Supporting month-end processes and cash flow reporting activities.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul><li>Previous Credit Control experience is essential.</li><li>Strong communication and negotiation skills.</li><li>Confident liaising with customers and stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Ability to manage a large ledger and prioritise workload effectively.</li><li>Good attention to detail and strong reconciliation skills.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel and finance systems.</li><li>Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative finance team.</li><li>Immediately available or available at short notice preferred.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Birmingham City Centre location.</li><li>Immediate start available.</li><li>Supportive and friendly working environment.</li><li>Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a growing organisation.</li><li>Weekly pay and competitive hourly rate.</li></ul><br><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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS43ODI5My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1>Finance Administrator - Temporary</h1><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Location:</strong> Harwell <br /><strong>Duration:</strong> 3 months<br /><strong>Hours:</strong> 16-20 hours per week<br />£28,000 (FTE) </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half Ltd are currently recruiting for a <strong>Finance Administrator </strong>to join a business on a temporary 3-month basis. This is a part-time role, working 16-20 hours per week, and would suit an experienced finance administrator. </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You'll support the day-to-day finance and administration function, working closely with suppliers, customers and internal teams to ensure everything runs smoothly.</p><h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Raising and sending supplier purchase orders using Sage 50</li><li>Receiving goods and maintaining accurate records on Sage 50</li><li>Processing and coding supplier invoices, ensuring they are matched to purchase orders and delivery notes</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any queries</li><li>Raising sales orders and invoices</li><li>Carrying out weekly debtor chasing and supporting timely customer payments</li><li>Liaising with suppliers regarding delivery dates and following up on delays</li><li>Supporting import/export administration and ensuring goods move through customs efficiently</li><li>Providing general finance and site administration support as required</li><li>Maintaining accurate documentation and records</li></ul><h3>About you</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Purchase orders and purchase invoices</li><li>Sales orders, invoicing and credit control/debtor management</li><li>Sage 50 (desirable) </li><li>Microsoft Office, particularly Excel/spreadsheets</li><li>Working with suppliers and customers</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMDkyNzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a Portsmouth based organisation to recruit an Interim Finance Manager for up to 3 months.</p><p>Based on site in the Porstmouth area.</p><p>CIMA/ACCA or QBE.</p><p>As Finance Manager you will strengthen month-end, statutory and compliance accounting processes, ensuring that financial reporting, reconciliations and regulatory returns are completed accurately and on time.</p><p>Key responsibilities</p><p>* Support and deliver month-end close processes and reporting timetables.</p><p>* Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations.</p><p>* Record and reconcile daily income and deferred income balances.</p><p>* Prepare and submit VAT returns, including Capital Goods Scheme (CGS) tracking and adjustments, and review VAT journals.</p><p>* Apply UK Charities SORP accounting requirements for the Trust and UK GAAP (FRS 102) requirements for the subsidiary.</p><p>* Support implementation and ongoing compliance with the revised FRS 102 lease accounting requirements (Section 20).</p><p>* Reconcile the fixed asset register to the balance sheet.</p><p> </p><p>* Prepare customer invoices and support credit control processes where required.</p><p> </p><p>* Work collaboratively with the finance team, senior leadership team and other departments across the 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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci42MzQ5MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><p>Robert Half are recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a well-established organisation based in Swindon on a 6-month temporary contract.</p><p>Swindon based on site - Parking provided</p><p>This role requires a finance professional who can quickly integrate into a busy team, take ownership of key processes and provide support during a period of high workload.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Cash allocation and cash management activities</li><li>Investigating and resolving finance queries</li><li>Liaising with internal stakeholders and external contacts</li><li>Providing general finance and administrative support as required</li><li>Previous experience in accounts or similar finance role</li><li>Strong reconciliation experience</li><li>Credit Control experience </li><li>Excellent communication and customer service skills</li><li>Able to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines</li><li>Strong problem-solving and organisational abilities</li><li>A varied finance background would be highly advantageous</li></ul><h3> </h3><p> </p><br><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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4yMDgxNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing technology recruitment firm to recruit a Finance Manager for its head office in Reading.</p><p> </p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys being hands-on and is looking to develop into a Financial Controller role (via promotion) over the next 2-3 years. You'll work closely with the Finance Director, taking ownership of key finance processes while helping shape the future of the finance function.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll oversee the day-to-day finance operations and play a key role in month-end reporting, payroll, forecasting and financial controls.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare Monthly management accounts and reporting packs</li><li>Manage Month-end including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Oversee staff payroll, commissions and pension uploads</li><li>Produce cash flow forecasts and support budgeting activities</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls and support the annual audit</li><li>Partner with operational teams to improve reporting and finance processes</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified (or equivalent)</li><li>Experience producing management accounts from start to finish</li><li>Confident with balance sheet reconciliations, journals and month-end</li><li>Payroll experience, or the willingness to take ownership following training</li><li>Strong Excel skills and a proactive, organised approach</li><li>Comfortable working in a growing, fast-paced professional services environment</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£50,000-55,000</li><li>4 days in office 1 day working from home</li><li>Clear progression to Financial Controller</li><li>Supportive leadership and genuine career development</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/SmFtZXMuQWRleS4zNzMxMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful, personable business where you'll play a key role within the finance function, working closely with the Finance Director and wider business. You'll join an accounts team of five and take responsibility for two direct reports, giving you the opportunity to combine hands-on accounting with team leadership, commercial partnering and process improvement.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of the monthly management accounting process and play an important role in providing accurate financial information and commercial insight to the wider business.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Producing end-to-end monthly management accounts, ensuring completion within one week of month end</li><li>Preparing and distributing associated financial reporting in a timely manner</li><li>Ensuring all balance sheet and control accounts are fully reconciled each month, including intercompany accounts</li><li>Investigating and resolving variances promptly</li><li>Working closely with departments across the business to track expenditure against budget and forecast</li><li>Business partnering with operational managers to understand financial trends and support effective cost control</li><li>Providing meaningful financial insight to support business decisions, development and profitability</li><li>Supporting the development and automation of regular reporting</li><li>Producing and monitoring KPI reporting</li><li>Supporting group reporting requirements for the parent company</li><li>Managing and developing two direct reports</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for an experienced <strong>Management Accountant or Finance Manager</strong> who is comfortable working in an SME environment and has experience supervising or managing a small team.</p><p>You'll ideally have experience within a <strong>manufacturing, product-based or supplier environment</strong>, although this isn't essential.</p><p>You'll also bring:</p><ul><li>Strong management accounting experience</li><li>Previous experience supervising or managing a small finance team</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines</li><li>Good Microsoft Office/Excel skills</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>A collaborative, team-focused approach</li><li>A positive, hands-on <strong>"can do"</strong> attitude</li><li>The confidence to work with stakeholders across the wider business</li><li>A commercially minded approach to finance</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/SGFycnkuR2lic29uLjUxNjc0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with a successful and growing organisation in Swindon to recruit a Finance Manager on a full-time permanent basis. The Finance Manager will play a key role in managing the day-to-day finance function, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, and providing commercial insight to support business growth. You will manage and develop a small finance team, while working closely with senior stakeholders and wider finance teams to ensure strong financial controls, compliance and effective business partnering. The salary is between £55,000 - £65,000 plus hybrid working and other excellent benefits. </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The main duties of the Finance Manager role will consist of: </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading the monthly management accounts process, ensuring accurate, complete and timely management accounts, including review of overheads, trial balances and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Business partnering with stakeholders to provide commercial insight, financial analysis and support for business growth, pricing and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Overseeing tax, VAT, statutory accounts and audit requirements, acting as a key finance contact for year-end audits and ensuring all compliance deadlines are met.</li><li>Managing a small team; providing coaching, guidance and performance management.</li><li>Driving finance process improvements and strong financial controls, identifying opportunities to improve systems and general processes.</li><li>Overseeing intercompany accounting and general ledger activity.</li><li>Supporting with strategic projects, while building strong relationships with wider finance teams and acting as a trusted finance business partner.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you..</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">To be considered for the Finance Manager role, you will ideally have:</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience across month-end and year-end processes.</li><li>Experience managing or supervising a finance team.</li><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or an experienced Finance Manager that is qualified by significant relevant experience.</li><li>Experience with general ledger and intercompany accounting, and financial reporting.</li><li>Previous experience within an audit environment would be desirable.</li><li>Excellent communication skills. </li><li>Strong relationship building skills. </li><li>Good attention to detail. </li><li>An interest in improving/refining processes and adding value beyond day-to-day finance duties.</li></ul><h2> </h2><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>£55,000 - £65,000 annual salary</li><li>Hybrid working; 2 days in the office, 3 days from home</li><li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) </li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>Life assurance </li><li>Cycle to work scheme </li><li>Holiday purchase scheme </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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4yODAwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Reporting Manager on behalf of a Global Sales business with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Reporting Manager you will manage all the UK accounting, tax and financial reporting including audit support, tax filings, technical accounting and controls. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Lead the UK accounting control function,</li><li>Maintain strong financial controls over the balance sheet including accruals, provisions, working capital, liquidity,</li><li>Fixed assets, US GAAP and IFRS reporting</li><li>Produce annual statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102) and other regional reporting for branch locations.</li><li>Consolidations</li><li>Ensure the integrity of the general ledger balances</li><li>Coordinate intercompany accounting, eliminations, and reconciliations.</li><li>Cash management including working capital</li><li>Responsible for the banking processes for all UK entities and branches.</li><li>Stock and inventory accounting</li><li>Preparation of statutory financial statements for all UK entities and branches in accordance with local GAAP.</li><li>Support the Corporate Tax team based in the US in the completion of all tax returns</li><li>Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership, coordinate activities and manage direct and indirect reports</li><li>Manage and provide ongoing individual and team</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with extensive financial accounting and reporting experience who can demonstrate a strong knowledge of US and UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, JSOX, VAT and tax regulations. You will also have proven ability to create and lead a continuous improvement and innovation culture as required. This is an excellent role within a fast moving and high growth business in Milton Keynes.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Reporting Manager is working on a Hybrid basis in Milton Keynes and offering a salary of £75-85K + Excellent benefits</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMDkxMTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Group Financial Controller - Fixed Term Contract (6 Months)</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Hayes<br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> 4 days per week on-site<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £100,000 - £120,000 + retention bonus + pension<br /><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP (could start as early as next week)<br /><strong>Contract:</strong> 6-month fixed term contract</p><p>Robert Half is working with a leading international business to recruit an experienced <strong>Group Financial Controller</strong> on a <strong>6-month fixed term contract</strong>.</p><p>This is a key role within the finance function, requiring a highly experienced financial controller with strong <strong>multi-entity, international exposure</strong>, excellent technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex group environment.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>As Group Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the Group's financial control environment, ensuring robust governance, accurate reporting, and strong financial discipline across multiple entities and jurisdictions.</p><p>You will work closely with senior finance leadership and wider stakeholders, providing both hands-on leadership and technical expertise.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading and overseeing the Group financial control function across multiple entities.</p></li><li><p>Managing and strengthening financial controls, governance, and reporting processes.</p></li><li><p>Delivering accurate and timely month-end and management accounts.</p></li><li><p>Preparing <strong>management accounts in US GAAP</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Ensuring compliance with <strong>UK GAAP / FRS 102</strong> and relevant group reporting standards.</p></li><li><p>Supporting statutory accounts preparation, audit processes, and tax return filings.</p></li><li><p>Reviewing and improving financial processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.</p></li><li><p>Identifying control weaknesses and implementing effective remediation plans.</p></li><li><p>Working within a <strong>multi-national, multi-entity structure</strong> with complex reporting requirements.</p></li><li><p>Providing technical accounting support across the wider finance team.</p></li><li><p>Supporting senior leadership with ad-hoc analysis, projects, and strategic initiatives.</p></li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>The successful candidate will be a <strong>qualified ACA or ACCA accountant</strong> with significant experience operating at Group Financial Controller level or within a similar senior financial control role.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li><p><strong>ACA or ACCA qualification - essential</strong></p></li><li><p>Strong experience in <strong>financial controls, governance, and group reporting</strong></p></li><li><p>Proven experience in a <strong>multi-national, multi-entity environment</strong></p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of <strong>UK GAAP / FRS 102</strong></p></li><li><p>Experience producing <strong>US GAAP management accounts</strong></p></li><li><p>Exposure to <strong>ASC 842 (US leasing)</strong> and ideally <strong>IFRS 15 & IFRS 16</strong></p></li><li><p>Strong technical accounting background</p></li><li><p>Experience overseeing <strong>statutory accounts, audit processes, and tax return filings</strong></p></li><li><p>Strong leadership and people management experience</p></li><li><p>Ability to operate effectively in both strategic and hands-on capacities</p></li><li><p>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills</p></li><li><p>Ability to start quickly and make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment</p></li></ul><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced <strong>Group Financial Controller</strong> to join a complex, international business on a <strong>6-month fixed term contract</strong> with an immediate start available.</p><p>The role offers a competitive salary of <strong>£100,000 - £120,000</strong>, plus <strong>retention bonus and pension</strong>, and requires <strong>four days per week on-site in Hayes</strong>.</p><p>If you are an immediately available or soon-to-be-available ACA/ACCA qualified Financial Controller with strong international and technical accounting experience, I would be very keen to speak with you.</p><p>Please apply with your CV or contact <strong>Robert Half</strong> for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.</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/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNzA5MDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p style="text-align: justify;">Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with an established and growing consultancy based in Oxford to recruit a Senior Finance Manager on a part-time basis (22.5 hours). This is a permanent position created due to internal promotion, a great opportunity to join an established firm in a role offering progression and development.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;">This is as a part-time position (22.5 hours) with ownership as a senior leader and ability to grow in responsibility, you will come from a technical and controls background with an understanding of tax requirements and ability to provide leadership within a stable function.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">The Senior Finance Manager position will be paying in the region of £80,000 to £85,000 per annum (full time equivalent, pro rata to 22.5 hours) with hybrid working (1-2 days on site) and a great prospect for future development. Other benefits include salary sacrifice pension, PMI, company bonus scheme.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Key responsibilities include</strong></p><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Lead month end process for overall group and associated entities</li><li>Lead the year end close process ensuring robust controls and timely reporting alongside being key liaison with the auditors</li><li>Own and drive continuous improvement within financial reporting and controls processes</li><li>Preparation of statutory financial statements across the group and international entities</li><li>Oversee group tax return preparation and submission alongside managing external relationships</li><li>Key advisor to the business in areas of tax compliance and technical guidance, ensuring mitigation of risk and adherence to regulation</li><li>Act as a catalyst for finance transformation and process improvement initiatives, adoption of AI enablement and streamlining of business-as-usual areas</li><li>Leadership position within the finance function, deputising for the CFO and comfortable with a likely progression to direct team management</li></ul><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>About your experience</strong></p><ul><li style="text-align: justify;">Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), this role would suit a candidate trained through practice but all prior experience considered</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Experience within partnership accounts, either gained in house or through practice audit/preparation is advantageous</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Ability to take ownership and responsibility of the accounting function, you will initially be seen as a Senior Leader with a likely route to direct team management</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Breadth of experience across statutory accounting and compliance, tax, treasury and reporting</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/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci44NTAxNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager | Sutton Coldfield | Up to £60,000 + Benefits (Hybrid 3 days in the office) </strong></p><p><strong>Exclusive to Robert Half | Interviews being arranged for next week</strong></p><p><strong>A hands-on Finance Manager role where no two days are the same.</strong></p><p>Robert Half is exclusively representing a well-established, <strong>owner-managed manufacturing business</strong> in Sutton Coldfield as they appoint a Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and lead a small team.</p><p>This is a role for someone who enjoys being <strong>close to the numbers and close to the business</strong>. You'll have genuine ownership across the finance function, working closely with the Managing Director and getting involved across management accounts, forecasting, stock, costs and commercial performance.</p><p>If you're looking for a varied Finance Manager position where you can make a tangible contribution rather than being one small part of a large finance structure, this could be a strong fit.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>You will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of finance, managing a small team and ensuring the business has accurate, timely financial information to support decision-making.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Preparing accurate and insightful <strong>monthly management accounts</strong></li><li>Managing <strong>budgets, forecasts and financial planning</strong></li><li>Taking ownership of <strong>inventory accounting and stock control</strong></li><li>Managing and understanding <strong>WIP and cost of sales</strong></li><li>Analysing <strong>margins and profitability</strong></li><li>Providing the Managing Director with clear and reliable financial information</li><li>Supporting the business with financial analysis and decision-making</li><li>Managing and developing a small finance team</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls and accurate reporting are maintained</li></ul><p><strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><p>The successful candidate is likely to have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience in a <strong>Finance Manager or similar hands-on finance role</strong></li><li>Strong manufacturing finance experience</li><li>A thorough understanding of <strong>inventory, stock control and WIP</strong></li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>margin analysis and cost of sales</strong></li><li>Proven experience preparing <strong>management accounts, budgets and forecasts</strong></li><li>The confidence and capability to work closely with an owner/Managing Director</li><li>A hands-on approach and willingness to get into the detail</li><li>Ideally <strong>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified</strong>; strong QBE candidates will also be considered</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer?</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £60,000 + benefits<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Sutton Coldfield - excellent access to the M42</p><p>Hybrid: 3 days in the office 2 from home <br /> <strong>Recruitment:</strong> <strong>Exclusive to Robert Half</strong><br /> <strong>Interviews:</strong> Being arranged for <strong>next week</strong></p><p>This is a confidential assignment and, for obvious reasons, further identifying details about the business will be shared directly with suitable candidates during the process.</p><p><strong>If you're an experienced Accountant who enjoys variety, ownership and being close to the detail, I'd be very interested in speaking with you.</strong></p><p><strong>Apply now or contact Emma Llewellyn at Robert Half for a confidential conversation.</strong></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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uODQ4NTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Group Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>3-6 Month Interim Assignment | £450-£450 per day Umbrella | [Cheltenham / Hybrid]</strong></p><p>A senior interim opportunity with genuine ownership and direct CFO exposure</p><p>Robert Half is exclusively supporting an established organisation in the appointment of an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller for an initial 3-6 month assignment.</p><p>Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a key role within the finance leadership team and an opportunity for an experienced interim to step into a broad remit, take ownership and make a visible impact.</p><p>This isn't a role where you'll simply be producing the numbers.</p><p>You'll have responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, the quality of financial reporting and controls, and the wider processes that support the business.</p><p><strong>Assignment details:</strong></p><p>Duration: 3-6 months<br /> Rate: £450-£450 per day Umbrella<br /> Location: Cheltenham, GL51<br /> Start: ASAP</p><p>Reporting to: CFO</p><p><strong>What you'll be doing:</strong></p><p>You'll take ownership across the full operational finance function, including:</p><ul><li>Leading the month-end close and delivery of accurate management accounts across P&L, balance sheet and cashflow</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls, reconciliations and balance sheet integrity</li><li>Leading budgeting, rolling forecasts and scenario planning</li><li>Providing clear analysis and insight to the CFO and senior leadership team</li><li>Owning cashflow forecasting and working capital management</li><li>Overseeing debtor and creditor performance</li><li>Managing the year-end statutory accounts and external audit</li><li>Overseeing VAT and wider tax compliance</li><li>Leading and developing the finance team</li><li>Improving finance processes, systems, reporting and automation</li><li>Working closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to improve financial visibility and decision-making</li><li>Acting as a trusted partner to the CFO and deputising where required</li></ul><p>What we're looking for</p><p>You'll be a qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent - with a strong track record in Financial Controller, Group Financial Controller, Head of Finance or a similar senior finance position.</p><p>More importantly, you'll be someone who can hit the ground running.</p><p>You'll have:</p><ul><li>Strong hands-on experience across management accounts and financial control</li><li>A solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting and cashflow</li><li>Experience with statutory accounts and audit</li><li>Proven experience managing and developing finance teams</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge</li><li>The confidence to work with senior non-finance stakeholders</li><li>A pragmatic, commercial approach</li><li>Experience improving processes, systems and reporting</li><li>The ability to operate independently and take ownership from day one</li></ul><p>Experience working across multiple entities would be advantageous.</p><p>Why consider it?</p><p>For an experienced interim, this is an opportunity to take on a genuine Group FC remit, working directly with the CFO and having influence across the wider finance function.</p><p>You'll have the scope to get involved in the detail where required, whilst also stepping back to improve controls, reporting, processes and the way finance supports the wider business.</p><p>If you're an experienced interim FC who enjoys coming into a business, getting up to speed quickly and leaving things in a stronger position, this could be a particularly good fit.</p><p>If you're available now, coming available shortly, or would like to discuss the assignment confidentially, please don't hesitate to apply.</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/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjIwNDQ3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in <strong>Thame</strong> to recruit a <strong>Finance Business Partner.</strong> The Finance Business Partner will receive a salary of up to <strong>£50,000 (potentially negotiable)</strong> along with other attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote working!</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Manage and coordinate month end balance sheet reporting for Direct and Indirect channel including intercompany and cash balances reconciliation within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Monthly Direct Channel income statement actual and forecasts submissions to group within agreed deadlines, with supporting analysis and commentary required for monthly reviews with group function.</li><li>Business Partnering with the Direct Channel to support business strategy and growth.</li><li>Budget preparation and submission for Direct Channel.</li><li>Support with internal and external audits management, by promptly providing required evidence and explanations, and proactively addressing any challenges or discrepancies that may arise.</li><li>Preparation and submission of monthly balance sheet reconciliation for review and approval by the Financial Director, ensuring accuracy and completeness (Stock, Accruals, Prepayments)</li><li>Create and maintain user friendly reports, to support monthly analysis of revenue and expenses, including variances and trends.</li><li>Finance expert for data modelling and dashboard creation, working closely with Finance Director and Finance Manager ensuring all reporting/analytical requirements are satisfied.</li><li>In depth analysis of historical data, with a view to providing clear recommendations for the future.</li><li>ERP System specialist, work closely with IT on any system related topics including implementation of new solutions.</li><li>Customs duty MSS data review for completeness.</li><li>Support finance function in driving process improvements with focus on compliance and efficiency within the business.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Min 5 years of experience in accounting functions.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills.</li><li>Power BI and experience in building dashboards</li><li>Excellent communication skills (ability to explain complex rules/processes in a simple manner, ability to communicate on all levels of hierarchy).</li><li>Proactive, with a "can do" attitude and drive for change.</li><li>Previous experience in process mapping and change management</li><li>Ability to work independently</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNTY2MzEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1> </h1><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join an <strong>employee-focused SME business</strong>, forming part of an international group. This role is based in South Birmingham</p><p>Based within the UK entity, you will take <strong>full ownership of the UK finance function</strong>, reporting directly to the <strong>Managing Director</strong> and working closely with the wider international Group.</p><p>This is a broad and commercially focused role, with responsibility for the full finance function, financial strategy, reporting, controls, cash flow and team leadership. You will provide financial insight to the MD and senior management team, while also supporting wider business decision-making.</p><p>Alongside finance, the role will have responsibility for areas including <strong>payroll, HR support and quality management processes</strong>, making this an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional looking for genuine ownership and influence within an SME environment.</p><h3>Financial Leadership & Strategy</h3><ul><li>Take <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">full ownership of the UK finance function</strong>, ensuring the effective delivery of all financial activities.</li><li>Report directly to the <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">Managing Director</strong>, providing clear financial insight and commercial advice.</li><li>Develop and implement the financial strategy in line with UK business objectives and wider Group requirements.</li><li>Prepare and deliver <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">quarterly financial reporting to the international Group</strong>.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning processes.</li><li>Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency and cost management.</li></ul><h3>Financial Reporting & Compliance</h3><ul><li>Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Produce financial statements and support the annual audit process.</li><li>Oversee statutory reporting, tax requirements and financial compliance.</li><li>Manage the preparation and submission of corporate tax returns and other financial filings.</li><li>Ensure the UK entity complies with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.</li><li>Liaise directly with HMRC, auditors, banking partners and other external stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Cash Flow & Working Capital</h3><ul><li>Take overall responsibility for UK cash flow management.</li><li>Monitor working capital and liquidity.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve cash flow and minimise financial risk.</li><li>Oversee supplier payments and financial authorisation processes.</li></ul><h3>Group Reporting</h3><ul><li>Act as the key finance contact for the UK entity in relation to Group reporting.</li><li>Prepare and submit quarterly financial information to Group within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Ensure UK financial information is accurate, complete and aligned with Group requirements.</li><li>Work collaboratively with international finance colleagues and senior stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Team Leadership</h3><ul><li>Lead, manage and develop the finance and accounts team.</li><li>Oversee the day-to-day activities of the accounts and administration function.</li><li>Support recruitment, training and development within the team.</li><li>Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability.</li></ul><h3>Business Partnering</h3><ul><li>Work closely with the MD and senior management team to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Provide financial insight across different areas of the business.</li><li>Monitor performance against budgets and agreed targets.</li><li>Provide recommendations around investment and business decisions.</li></ul><h3>Additional Responsibilities</h3><p>The role will also provide support across a number of wider business functions, including:</p><ul><li>HR and payroll oversight.</li><li>Supporting ISO 9001-related processes and continuous improvement.</li><li>Working with operational teams to collect and analyse business data.</li></ul><p><strong>Personal profile</strong></p><ul><li><strong style="font-size: 8pt;">CIMA, ACA or an equivalent accounting qualification.</strong></li><li>Strong experience preparing management accounts and financial statements.</li><li>Previous experience leading or managing a finance team.</li><li>Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial procedures.</li><li>Experience dealing with external auditors, HMRC and banking providers.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and business partnering skills</li></ul><p>Salary - Up to £80k, plus bonus and fantastic benefits </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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmJlYXR0aWUuNzQxNTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Tax Manager - Financial Services</h1><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Location:</strong> Coventry</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">An established <strong>financial services organisation</strong> is looking to appoint an experienced <strong>Tax Manager</strong> to take ownership of key tax reporting, compliance and planning activities.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong tax professional to join an established financial services business, working closely with senior stakeholders, external advisors and wider group teams. You will have genuine ownership of the tax function, with the opportunity to influence processes, identify efficiencies and play a key role in managing tax risk across the business.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for a broad range of tax activities across the UK, providing technical expertise and ensuring all reporting and compliance requirements are met.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading UK tax reporting, including VAT, Intrastat, Corporation Tax and relevant employee-related taxes</li><li>Preparing accurate and timely tax information for month-end, statutory and internal reporting</li><li>Managing transfer pricing documentation, including Local File requirements and reporting</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, HMRC, external tax advisors and third-party providers</li><li>Monitoring changes in UK tax legislation and assessing their impact on the business</li><li>Supporting tax planning opportunities, including capital allowance optimisation and tax-efficient structures</li><li>Providing specialist tax input into new products, projects and business initiatives</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve tax processes, controls and reporting</li><li>Supporting the development of the wider finance team and providing guidance to the Tax Accountant</li><li>Ensuring tax risks are identified, managed and appropriately reported</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will be a qualified finance or tax professional with strong technical knowledge and experience within <strong>financial services</strong>. You will be commercially minded, analytical and confident working with stakeholders across an international organisation.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Ideally, you will have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>A relevant qualification such as <strong>ICAEW, ACCA, CTA or ATT</strong></li><li>Strong UK Corporation Tax experience, including complex computations and capital allowances</li><li>Experience working within <strong>financial services</strong>, ideally within an international organisation</li><li>Knowledge of VAT, or a strong interest in developing your VAT expertise</li><li>Strong UK tax compliance experience</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>A high level of accuracy and attention to detail</li><li>A proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues</li><li>Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills</li><li>Experience with automation tools</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>£60,000-£70,000 salary</li><li>Up to 10% company bonus</li><li>25 days' holiday, increasing to 30 days with service, plus bank holidays</li><li>Enhanced pension contribution</li><li>Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits</li><li>Private healthcare and dental cover</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified tax professional with <strong>financial services experience</strong> to take ownership of a broad UK tax remit within an established international organisation, with significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the wider group.</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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmJlYXR0aWUuMzQ1ODQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of a specialist Engineering business with offices in Leighton Buzzard.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Finance Manager you will assist the FC in delivering accurate and timely financial and commercial reporting for the UK business. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Management of the outsourced AP function</li><li>Statutory Accounts and Treasury Management</li><li>Contract Analysis and WIP reporting with associated Business Partnering</li><li>Intercompany recharging</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintenance of the SAP system</li><li>Internal and external audits</li><li>Tax submissions</li><li>Board level reporting</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified and Technically Strong Accountant either from a Practice or Industry environment with the ability to provide a best in class financial reporting process whilst also looking after the strategic performance and direction of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a Technical individual to develop their skills across commercial areas with a large complex organisation </p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Finance Manager is a Permanent Opportunity and working 3 days a week in the office in Leighton Buzzard after an initial handover period.. The role is paying up to £60K + Bonus + Benefits</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDM1OTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p style="text-align: justify;">Robert Half are working in partnership with a private equity backed business based near to Cheltenham to recruit a Group Financial Controller on a permanent basis. This role will report to the CFO and take ownership of the day-to-day finance function whilst focusing on technical accounting and financial control areas.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">This is a great opportunity to work in a fast paced and progressive business that is looking to process improve and drive the finance function forward whilst managing a high volume and demanding cash flow environment.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">The Group Financial Controller position will be paying in the region of £85,000 to £95,000 per annum, 10% bonus with hybrid working (1-2 days from home) and a great prospect for future development.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;">If you have worked in a fast paced, PE environment and come from a technical/controls background then this would be a great role to step into!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Key responsibilities include</strong></p><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Oversight of month end close process (P&L, Balance Sheet, cash flow)</li><li>Lead the year end close process ensuring robust controls and timely reporting alongside being key liaison with the auditors</li><li>Own and drive continuous improvement within the finance function, including opportunities for automation and AI, ERP optimisation and enhancements</li><li>Ensure robust balance sheet control, reconciliations and review process</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting process and maintenance of rolling forecasts</li><li>Cash flow forecasting and the monitoring of liquidity</li><li>Ensure effective management of debtors and creditors</li></ul><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>About your experience</strong></p><ul><li style="text-align: justify;">Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), this role would suit a candidate trained through practice but all prior experience considered</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Experience within a Private Equity backed business</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Prior leadership experience across a business as usual function, strong direct management and ability to coach/develop</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Previous experience within a tight cash flow control environment</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/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci4zMzEzNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Robert Half are proud to be supporting an organisation within the education sector, based near Bath, with the recruitment of an interim finance director.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">This is a fantastic opportunity for newly created role reporting to board level, ideal for a candidate with previous experience within the sector at head of finance, financial controller or finance director level.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 months minimum - opportunity for extension.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Daily rate:</strong> Up to £400pd (Inside IR35)</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Start date:</strong> Early/Mid-October</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Hybrid:</strong> 3 days onsite, 2 remote.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Location:</strong> Near Bath.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Reporting to board level, you will take responsibility for the following:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Production of monthly management accounts</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Cashflow forecasting and treasury management</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Bank covenant monitoring and compliance reporting</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Oversight of payroll for 400-500 employees</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Management of sales ledger, purchase ledger and debt collection</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Responsibility for cash and investment management</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* VAT returns and Corporation Tax compliance</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Management of the external audit process</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Insurance claims administration</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Attendance at Finance Committee meetings and preparation of associated reports</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">* Supporting the implementation of a new HR and payroll system</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">This role suits a candidate that is a qualified accountant and can hit the ground running on the above responsibilities.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400 or apply directly to this advert.</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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjU3MjM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Title: </strong>Senior Head of Finance</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Birmingham</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive + Benefits</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half are a retained search partner for a market leading, UK-based professional services organisation seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Head of Finance</strong> to lead a significant finance function supporting a diverse portfolio of clients and business operations.</p><p>This is a highly visible leadership position, responsible for driving financial performance, governance, reporting excellence, service delivery, and continuous improvement across a complex and growing operation. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in shaping strategy, commercial outcomes, and ensuring best-in-class financial processes and controls.</p><p>The role offers an opportunity to lead an established team while driving transformation, process optimisation, and service excellence in a client-focused environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the overall finance strategy, operating model, and service delivery framework.</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to support business growth and operational performance.</li><li>Build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Support commercial initiatives, business development activity, and client presentations.</li><li>Act as the senior point of escalation for complex financial matters.</li></ul><p><strong>Control & Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure robust financial governance, controls, and risk management processes are maintained.</li><li>Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, professional standards, and internal policies.</li><li>Manage internal and external audit relationships.</li><li>Monitor and mitigate financial and operational risks.</li><li>Deliver high-quality governance reporting to senior leadership.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Commercial </strong></p><ul><li>Drive the production of accurate, timely, and commercially focused management information.</li><li>Develop meaningful financial reporting, KPIs, and performance dashboards.</li><li>Support strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis.</li><li>Translate complex financial information for both financial and non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership </strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a sizeable finance team.</li><li>Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support succession planning, talent development, and professional qualifications.</li><li>Ensure appropriate resource planning and organisational capability to support future growth.</li></ul><p><strong>Transformation</strong></p><ul><li>Champion finance transformation initiatives and operational improvements.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls, and enhance efficiency.</li><li>Drive the adoption of technology, automation, and data-driven decision making.</li><li>Lead change programmes that improve service delivery and commercial performance.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are seeking a commercially minded finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with exceptional stakeholder management and leadership capability.</p><p>You will ideally possess:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification.</li><li>Significant senior finance leadership experience within a complex environment.</li><li>Proven experience leading large finance teams through growth and change.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, risk management, and compliance.</li><li>Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders both internally and externally.</li><li>A track record of delivering operational improvement, transformation, and process optimisation initiatives.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>A critical leadership role within a growing and ambitious organisation.</li><li>Significant exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Opportunity to shape the future direction of a large finance function.</li><li>Strong career progression potential.</li><li>Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuMzgxNzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">