<p>Finance Business Partner | Salford | Paying up to £70k | Hybrid Working </p><p>Robert Half is currently supporting a leading global organisation in their search for an experienced Operational Finance Business Partner to join their European team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to take ownership of operational financial performance, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive efficiency and profitability.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>This role sits at the heart of European operations, reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance and working alongside the Sales Director. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a critical role in providing financial insights, analysis, and strategic recommendations that directly impact business performance.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Take full ownership of the EBITDA financial performance for European operations, analysing supply chain and operational efficiencies, and providing data-driven recommendations to improve performance.</li><li>Work closely with senior stakeholders, challenging financial performance and preparing financial models and business cases to support strategic initiatives.</li><li>Lead the full cycle of monthly, quarterly, and annual EBITDA forecasting, ensuring operational costs align with business objectives. Present financial performance updates to the Operating Board and Senior Leadership Team.</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor to non-financial stakeholders, translating complex financial data into meaningful insights to support key business decisions.</li><li>Provide guidance to a Senior Management Accountant and support the wider finance team in their professional development, ensuring strong succession planning.</li></ul><p><strong>Who We're Looking For</strong></p><p>This role is ideal for a proactive and ambitious finance professional with strong analytical skills and the ability to influence at a senior level. You'll need:</p><ul><li>You must be ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, part qualified will be considered.</li><li>A minimum of five years experience in a similar role.</li><li>A proven track record in financial business partnering, ideally within an operational or supply chain environment.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with experience in EBITDA forecasting, financial modelling, and business case preparation.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and challenge senior non-financial stakeholders.</li><li>A collaborative and strategic mindset, with the confidence to drive financial performance and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><strong>Career Progression</strong></p><p>This position offers excellent long-term career prospects, with potential progression into roles such as Global Finance Business Partner or European Commercial Finance Director.</p><p>If you are a finance professional looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. Get in touch today to find out more.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi45NjM3Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Management Accountant</strong><br /> <strong>Location</strong>: Altrincham (Hybrid: Tuesday to Thursday in office)<br /> <strong>Salary</strong>: Competitive + benefits<br /> <strong>Job type</strong>: Permanent | Full-time</p><p>Robert Half is exclusivily partnering with a working well-established and privately owned business to recruit a newly created Management Accountant position based in Altrincham.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and highly regarded team that manages a diverse property portfolio including retail, industrial, office, residential and land assets.</p><p>The role has been created as part of a wider transformation within the finance function and offers the chance to step into a hands-on, commercially relevant position with exposure to senior stakeholders and varied assets across the portfolio.</p><p>You'll be joining a supportive team environment where you'll work closely with the Finance Manager and Group Financial Controller but also be given the autonomy to take real ownership of your work.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of accurate and timely quarterly consolidated group management accounts</li><li>Analysis of asset-level financial performance including variance analysis and performance metrics reporting</li><li>Month-end close activities including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations</li><li>Business partnering across internal departments to support budgeting, forecasting and performance tracking</li><li>Supporting the year-end audit process and statutory reporting</li><li>Maintenance of intercompany accounts and associated reconciliations</li><li>Driving improvements in reporting, processes and systems</li><li>Ensuring strong financial controls and governance are in place</li><li>Supporting and mentoring junior team members where appropriate</li></ul><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><p>You will be a <strong>part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</strong> with prior experience in a management accounting or commercial finance role. Experience in a property or real estate environment would be highly advantageous, particularly within the commercial sector.</p><p>You will be technically strong with the ability to analyse and interpret data to support business decision-making. Strong Excel skills are essential and exposure to finance systems is helpful though not critical. Just as important are your communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across a multi-disciplinary team.</p><p>This role offers an excellent next step for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy and wants to develop their career in a business that values its people.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi43NjAwNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for an experienced and qualified<strong> Financial Reporting Manager</strong> to join a PE backed business in Liverpool. This leadership opportunity offers the chance to shape and drive strategic direction within a newly created finance function. With a focus on building a culture of operational excellence, control, and accuracy, this role is designed for a candidate who is passionate about driving efficiency, coaching teams, and delivering results.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p><br /> Reporting to the Director of Group Shared Services, key responsibilities of the Financial Reporting Manager will include:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Managing and optimising end-to-end financial reporting processes, such as journal postings, reconciliations, VAT and Balance Sheet controls and more.</li><li>Ensuring financial controls and compliance with internal policies and standards.</li><li>Hire, train and lead a team of finance professionals while championing best practices and operational efficiency.</li><li>Collaborating with key stakeholders, including Group Finance, auditors, and wider business units, to ensure smooth operations.</li><li>Coaching and mentoring your team, fostering a culture of growth and continuous improvement.</li><li>Leveraging data and performance metrics to drive process improvements and achieve operational excellence.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><p><br /> To thrive in this role, you'll need to bring the following qualifications and experiences:</p><p> </p><ul><li>A qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA preferred).</li><li>Strong financial controls background</li><li>Expert understanding of financial reporting processes, including intercompany reconciliations, fixed assets handling, and accounts close procedures.</li><li>A desire and willingness to take on supervisory responsibilities as the role progresses</li><li>A background in finance roles such as controller, technical accountant, or auditor, and a strong grasp of accounting standards and financial controls.</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with clear and effective communication abilities.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Record-to-Report Manager Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£70,000 salary</li><li>25 days holidays</li><li>Annual bonus</li><li>Private Healthcare</li><li>New offices on the outskirts of Liverpool</li></ul><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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjQ0NTE5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Finance Manager | £60,000 - £65,000 | 5 days Onsite | No.2 in Finance</p><p>Robert Half is working with a successful and growing business that is looking for a qualified accountant to step into a No.2 finance role. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded and hands-on finance professional to play a key role in the company's ambitious five-year growth strategy.</p><p>The Role</p><p>This is a highly visible position, working closely with senior leadership to provide accurate financial reporting, strategic insight, and treasury management. In addition to preparing management accounts and forecasts, a significant part of the role involves client-focused reporting, ensuring key stakeholders receive the financial information they need.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Preparing management accounts, forecasts, reconciliations, and KPIs.</li><li>Managing funding partner relationships and treasury operations.</li><li>Producing detailed financial reports for clients, banks, auditors, and the Board.</li><li>Developing controls and systems to support the business's rapid growth.</li><li>Gaining a complete understanding of the business and deputising for the Financial Controller when needed.</li></ul><p>Who We're Looking For</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified accountant with strong commercial awareness.</li><li>Experience presenting financial information to senior stakeholders.</li><li>A hands-on, organised, and proactive individual who enjoys problem-solving.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide insights.</li><li>Experience in financial services is beneficial but not essential.</li></ul><p>What's on Offer?</p><ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 salary.</li><li>A key role in a growing business with a clear five-year strategy.</li><li>Full ownership of financial processes and direct exposure to senior leadership.</li><li>Onsite role in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi43NjI5Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for an experienced and Qualified<strong> </strong>Finance Manager to join a PE backed business in Liverpool. This leadership opportunity offers the chance to shape and drive strategic direction within a newly created shared service function. With a focus on building a culture of operational excellence, control, and accuracy, this role is designed for a candidate who is passionate about driving efficiency, coaching teams, and delivering results.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p><br /> Reporting to the Director of Group Shared Services, key responsibilities of the Finance Manager will include:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Managing and optimising end-to-end financial reporting processes, such as journal postings, reconciliations, VAT and Balance Sheet controls and more.</li><li>Ensuring financial controls and compliance with internal policies and standards.</li><li>Hire, train and lead a team of finance professionals while championing best practices and operational efficiency.</li><li>Collaborating with key stakeholders, including Group Finance, auditors, and wider business units, to ensure smooth operations.</li><li>Coaching and mentoring your team, fostering a culture of growth and continuous improvement.</li><li>Leveraging data and performance metrics to drive process improvements and achieve operational excellence.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><p><br /> To thrive in this role, you'll need to bring the following qualifications and experiences:</p><p> </p><ul><li>A qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA preferred).</li><li>Strong financial controls background</li><li>Expert understanding of financial reporting processes, including intercompany reconciliations, fixed assets handling, and accounts close procedures.</li><li>A desire and willingness to take on supervisory responsibilities as the role progresses</li><li>A background in finance roles such as controller, technical accountant, or auditor, and a strong grasp of accounting standards and financial controls.</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with clear and effective communication abilities.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£70,000 salary</li><li>25 days holidays</li><li>Annual bonus</li><li>Private Healthcare</li><li>New offices on the outskirts of Liverpool</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjE5ODIwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is working with a global engineering organisation to recruit a Project Finance Business Partner. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of cost planning and financial control across complex projects within a regulated environment. The role will support large-scale project delivery from a finance perspective, working closely with project teams and central finance to ensure cost transparency, robust reporting, and accurate forecasting. For the right candidate, this role offers: £70,000 - £80,000, pension of up to 8% and excellent opportunity for growth</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Take the lead on financial management of major projects, including cost forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.</li><li>Monitor and manage project expenditure, ensuring accurate cost capture and compliance with governance processes.</li><li>Work closely with project controls teams to track performance against budget and provide financial insight to support delivery.</li><li>Produce monthly reports including P&L, cash flow, and cost-to-complete analyses.</li><li>Support monthly reviews, presenting financial updates to project leads and senior stakeholders.</li><li>Contribute to the development of annual budgets and rolling forecasts across the programme.</li><li>Liaise with central finance on month-end processes and ensure alignment with wider business reporting cycles.</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Experience & Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA or ACCA).</li><li>5 years post-qualification experience in a finance role with strong project exposure.</li><li>Strong understanding of project cost control, budgeting, and forecasting.</li><li>Experience working with or alongside project controls or commercial teams.</li><li>Confident communicator, able to present complex financial data to non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines.</li><li>Comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider finance/project team.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNzcyNzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Finance Manager | £45,000 to £57,000 + Hybrid | Full or Part time considered | Greater Manchester</p><p>Robert Half is working with a long-established, family-owned textile business based in the Greater Manchester area. This business is a second-generation success story supplying a range of high-volume textile goods to major UK retailers and hospitality groups, including prestigious hotel chains.</p><p>The company is now seeking a Finance Manager to join their team. This is a hands-on role suited to a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or QBE with strong technical accounting skills and a down-to-earth, team-oriented approach.</p><p>The Role:</p><p>You'll oversee a remote finance team of five and work closely with the board. Reporting directly to the MD, you will take ownership of the finance function, including:</p><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Leading audit preparation and coordination</li><li>Overseeing day-to-day ledgers, month-end close and financial operations</li><li>Supporting systems improvements and financial controls</li><li>Working with personnel/payroll team and MD on finance matters</li></ul><p>What's on Offer:</p><ul><li>£45,000 - £57,000 salary</li><li>Hybrid working: 1 day per week in the office (Bolton), remainder remote</li><li>Flexible hours; Full time preferred, but part-time applicants (e.g., 3-4 days/week) will be seriously considered</li></ul><p>The Ideal Candidate:</p><ul><li>Qualified or Qualified by Experience (QBE) with strong accounting fundamentals</li><li>Technically skilled and detail-oriented</li><li>Confident with audit processes, month-end routines, and ledger management</li><li>Able to work independently and remotely with minimal supervision</li><li>Previous SME experience</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi40MzAxNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Director - Growing Manufacturing SME - £90k + Benefits - Wigan area </strong></p><p>Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a thriving SME manufacturing business experiencing rapid growth? Robert Half is proud to partner with our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking company based in Wigan, to recruit an experienced <strong>Finance Director</strong> to join their leadership team.</p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>As the Finance Director, you will be a key member of the leadership team, reporting directly to the Managing Director and playing a pivotal role in driving financial and strategic decisions. This highly impactful position will lead the finance function and business partner across operational and strategic levels of the organization.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Team Leadership</strong>: Manage and mentor a talented finance team to ensure operational excellence and professional growth.</li><li><strong>Monthly Reporting</strong>: Oversee the production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li><strong>Statutory Accounts</strong>: Ensure compliance with legal requirements by preparing and reviewing statutory accounts.</li><li><strong>Budgeting and Forecasting</strong>: Develop robust budgets and forecasts to support informed decision-making.</li><li><strong>Business Partnering</strong>: Collaborate closely with the Managing Director and leadership team to shape and execute the company's growth strategy.</li><li><strong>Process Optimization</strong>: Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function.</li><li><strong>SAP Expertise</strong>: Ideally bring prior experience working with SAP to enhance system efficiencies.</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for a <strong>qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)</strong> with significant manufacturing sector experience. You will have a strong track record of leadership within finance roles and ideally possess SAP experience. Your ability to influence and collaborate across all facets of the business will be crucial.</p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate Will:</strong></p><ul><li>Be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with demonstrated success in the manufacturing industry</li><li>Have experience managing finance functions, team leadership, and delivering monthly and statutory accounts</li><li>Possess strong analytical and forecasting skills to drive data-led decision-making.</li><li>Demonstrate prior experience with SAP software, though this is preferred rather than essential.</li><li>Be a commercially astute business partner with excellent communication skills and the ability to challenge and support key stakeholders</li></ul><p><strong>Rewards:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary of <strong>£90,000 + benefits</strong>.</li><li>Opportunity to shape the future of a growing business as part of the leadership team.</li><li>A dynamic and collaborative work environment in a thriving manufacturing sector.</li><li>Excellent career progression opportunities.</li></ul><p><strong>Location:</strong></p><p>Based in <strong>Wigan</strong>, this role offers an exciting chance to work in a region known for its strong manufacturing heritage while contributing to the growth of an ambitious SME.</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjIxODI1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
