<p><strong>Business and Finance Manager - Exciting career opportunity in Wimborne, Dorset</strong></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to partner with Avonwood Developments Ltd, a leading provider of electronic identification technology specialising in proximity warning systems and key compromise protection, based in Wimborne, Dorset. Established in 1991, Avonwood Developments has grown into a well-respected, successful, and innovative company creating proven and reliable technological solutions that prioritise safety and security, trusted by customers and resellers worldwide.</p><p>We are now seeking a motivated, detail-focused <strong>Business and Finance Manager</strong> to join the senior team and help guide Avonwood's continued success.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This key position provides financial leadership and administrative oversight across the company. Reporting to both the Managing and Administration Directors, you will be responsible for supporting strategic decision-making, ensuring operational compliance, and managing core finance processes.</p><p>You'll contribute directly to the short, medium and long-term goals, bringing clarity, control and insight to our financial operations.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support the Managing Director with company-wide financial planning</li><li>Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports to the board and senior management</li><li>Oversee daily finance and accounting operations</li><li>Manage supplier payments and HMRC obligations</li><li>Ensure full VAT compliance</li><li>Liaise with external accountants and provide required year-end data</li><li>Prepare financial information for R&D tax credit claims</li><li>Manage foreign exchange risk</li><li>Administer and reconcile company credit card usage</li><li>Analyse product costing and report on margins</li><li>Manage payroll, pensions, and associated tasks</li><li>Approve and monitor monthly staff expenses</li><li>Work with managers to report and track key performance indicators (KPIs)</li><li>Attend executive and management meetings to report on finance/admin matters</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Who We're Looking For</strong></p><p>We're seeking a confident, proactive and experienced finance professional who is ready to take ownership of this important role.</p><p> </p><p><strong>You will need:</strong></p><ul><li>A recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA), part-qualified or QBE</li><li>Previous experience in financial management within an SME</li><li>A strong grasp of UK payroll, HMRC compliance, and VAT legislation</li><li>Proficiency in financial systems and Excel</li><li>A detail-oriented and commercially aware mindset</li><li>Excellent communication skills and a collaborative working style</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>A pivotal role in a growing, well-established technology business</li><li>A supportive and friendly team environment</li><li>A salary of £55,000 - £65,000</li><li>1pm finish on Fridays</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>A varied and meaningful position where your work makes a real difference</li></ul><p> </p><p>If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a company that offers both challenge and reward, please contact Andy Troup at Robert Half with your CV, current salary, salary expectation and notice period.</p><p> </p><p>0117 993 5404</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4yMDAwOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Operations Manager - £90,000 - £110,000 + 2 days in office - Bristol</strong></p><p><strong>Finance Operations Manager </strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a rapidly growing business based in Bristol to recruit an experienced<strong> Finance Operations Manager - offering £90,000 - £110,000 + bonus + benefits.</strong></p><p>The<strong> Finance Operations Manager </strong>will take the lead and evolve core finance processes across multiple countries - focusing on banking, cash, and transactional finance operations delivered through their outsourced partner.</p><p>This senior role will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of daily takings, banking reconciliation, and cash application activities, while driving continuous improvement, automation, and global standardisation. You'll collaborate closely with regional CFOs, finance transformation teams, and external partners to ensure high-quality service, compliance, and alignment with strategic goals.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead global banking and takings operations across regions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance</li><li>Manage the performance of our outsourcing partner, ensuring KPIs, SLAs, and service levels are consistently achieved</li><li>Oversee reconciliations, cash application, and related finance operations</li><li>Drive automation and process improvement initiatives to reduce manual effort and enhance efficiency</li><li>Ensure smooth execution of period-end close activities aligned with IFRS and GAAP</li><li>Build strong relationships with regional finance leaders and cross-functional teams to support business needs</li><li>Contribute to the development and rollout of standard global policies and controls</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant</li><li>Strong technical accounting experience</li><li>Ideally experience managing outsourced finance operations and service providers</li><li>Strong track record leading complex finance functions, driving change, and collaborating with external partners</li><li>Deep knowledge of banking, takings, reconciliations, month-end close, treasury, and group reporting</li><li>Proven leadership and people management skills across diverse, cross-functional teams</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLkJvc2hlci40NjAyNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Supervisor</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Fully remote <br /> <strong>Reports To:</strong> Financial Controller</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>Up to £35k </p><p>Robert Half is proudly partnering with one of UK's largest charities to recruit for a Finance Supervisor on a full-time and permanent basis.</p><p>You will oversee a small team of 3 Finance assistants and ensure accurate and timely financial processing. You will also support the Financial Controller, leading on day-to-day operations, supervise three Finance Assistants, and contribute to month-end reporting and reconciliations.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise, support, and develop a team of three Finance Assistants.</li><li>Review and approve journals, invoices, expenses, and bank reconciliations.</li><li>Lead on monthly processes, including control account reconciliations and journal postings.</li><li>Support finance system testing and updates (e.g. Microsoft GP, Salesforce, Iplicit).</li><li>Ensure financial records are accurate and processes are efficient.</li></ul><p><strong>What you will bring:</strong></p><ul><li>Part-qualified accountant or equivalent experience.</li><li>Experience managing or supervising a finance team.</li><li>Strong analytical, communication, and Excel skills.</li><li>High attention to detail and commitment to ethical and inclusive working practices.</li></ul><p>If this sounds like you, please apply today!</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/THlkaWEuQmVycnkuNzc5OTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="137" data-end="406">Robert Half is partnering with a fast-growth, private equity-backed business in Cardiff to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to join their expanding finance team.</p><p data-start="137" data-end="406"><strong data-end="172" data-start="137">Assistant Management Accountant</strong><br / data-start="172" data-end="175"> <strong data-start="175" data-end="186">Salary:</strong> £35,000 - £38,000 per annum (with potential for study support)<br data-end="252" data-start="249" /> <strong data-end="265" data-start="252">Contract:</strong> 12-month FTC - strong probability of becoming permanent<br data-end="324" data-start="321" /> <strong data-end="337" data-start="324">Location:</strong> Predominantly remote with occasional travel to Cardiff City Centre</p><p data-end="828" data-start="630">This role combines transactional finance responsibilities with exposure to management accounting, offering an excellent opportunity to develop skills within a progressive, high-growth environment.</p><h3 data-start="835" data-end="859">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="860" data-end="1853"><li data-start="169" data-end="246"><p data-end="246" data-start="171">Assist in preparing quarterly management accounts for investor reporting.</p></li><li data-start="247" data-end="327"><p data-end="327" data-start="249">Compile financial data to support management accounting and decision-making.</p></li><li data-end="375" data-start="328"><p data-end="375" data-start="330">Contribute to the annual budgeting process.</p></li><li data-start="376" data-end="454"><p data-end="454" data-start="378">Support the production of statutory accounts and quarterly loan drawdowns.</p></li><li data-end="525" data-start="455"><p data-end="525" data-start="457">Participate in monthly finance review meetings with project teams.</p></li><li data-start="526" data-end="592"><p data-start="528" data-end="592">Prepare and submit VAT returns in compliance with regulations.</p></li><li data-end="675" data-start="593"><p data-start="595" data-end="675">Maintain strong financial controls and ensure accuracy in all reconciliations.</p></li><li data-start="676" data-end="761"><p data-end="761" data-start="678">Support banking operations, including reconciliations and transaction processing.</p></li><li data-end="831" data-start="762"><p data-start="764" data-end="831">Process accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently.</p></li><li data-end="912" data-start="832"><p data-start="834" data-end="912">Manage invoice processing, including PO matching and discrepancy resolution.</p></li><li data-end="970" data-start="913"><p data-start="915" data-end="970">Oversee payment runs in line with financial controls.</p></li><li data-end="1060" data-start="971"><p data-start="973" data-end="1060">Provide administrative finance support and assist during audits and tax computations.</p></li><li data-start="1061" data-end="1143"><p data-start="1063" data-end="1143">Collaborate with qualified accountants to ensure financial reporting accuracy.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1881" data-start="1860">Candidate Profile</h3><ul data-end="2582" data-start="1882"><li data-start="1882" data-end="1976"><p data-end="1976" data-start="1884">Proven experience in a similar finance role.</p></li><li data-start="1977" data-end="2095"><p data-end="2095" data-start="1979">Strong understanding of accounts payable, reconciliations, VAT returns, and payment processes.</p></li><li data-end="2200" data-start="2096"><p data-end="2200" data-start="2098">Experience within a complex finance function.</p></li><li data-start="2201" data-end="2305"><p data-end="2305" data-start="2203">Proficient in financial systems and software (Sage experience beneficial).</p></li><li data-start="2306" data-end="2365"><p data-start="2308" data-end="2365">Confident user of Excel.</p></li><li data-end="2457" data-start="2366"><p data-start="2368" data-end="2457">High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</p></li><li data-end="2519" data-start="2458"><p data-end="2519" data-start="2460">Strong communication skills.</p></li><li data-start="2520" data-end="2582"><p data-start="2522" data-end="2582">Proactive and organised.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2589" data-end="2601">Benefits</h3><ul data-end="3240" data-start="2602"><li data-start="2602" data-end="2662"><p data-start="2604" data-end="2662">Hybrid working model with flexibility to work from home.</p></li><li data-start="2663" data-end="2719"><p data-start="2665" data-end="2719">Flexitime with the option to take time back in lieu.</p></li><li data-end="2804" data-start="2760"><p data-end="2804" data-start="2762">28 days annual leave + bank holidays.</p></li><li data-end="2875" data-start="2805"><p data-end="2875" data-start="2807">PMI from day one, covering immediate family.</p></li><li data-start="2876" data-end="2922"><p data-start="2878" data-end="2922">Annual pay review and discretionary bonus.</p></li><li data-end="2967" data-start="2923"><p data-end="2967" data-start="2925">Employer pension contributions up to 7%.</p></li><li data-end="3049" data-start="2968"><p data-end="3049" data-start="2970">Electric car scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and technology purchase discounts.</p></li><li data-start="3050" data-end="3110"><p data-end="3110" data-start="3052">Life assurance, income protection, and travel insurance.</p></li><li data-start="3111" data-end="3178"><p data-start="3113" data-end="3178">Enhanced policies to support employees </p></li><li data-end="3240" data-start="3179"><p data-end="3240" data-start="3181">Regular team events</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS42NzU3NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Finance Business Partner<br /> <strong>Location: </strong>Bath<strong><br /> Employment Type: </strong>Full-time and Permanent</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£30-46k</p><p>Robert Half is proud to be partnering with an award-winning business in Bath to recruit for a Finance Business Partner to provide financial insight, reporting, and support to key operational areas. This role will work closely with budget holders and stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and informed decision-making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Produce monthly management accounts, budgets, and variance analysis</li><li>Advise budget holders on financial performance and cost-saving opportunities</li><li>Support annual budget planning and year-end audit processes</li><li>Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls</li><li>Provide financial modelling and project costing</li><li>Collaborate across Finance and Business Intelligence teams</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial policies, standards, and reporting requirements</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><p><strong>Essential:</strong></p><ul><li>ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified or part-qualified</li><li>Experience in a management accounting role</li><li>Strong Excel and data analysis skills</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement</li><li>High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with a range of finance systems</li><li>Background in public sector or similar </li></ul><p><strong>If this sounds like something you want to be a part of, apply today </strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/THlkaWEuQmVycnkuNzg5MTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are proud to be supporting an insurance client to recruit a highly motivated and technically strong Project Accountant to support with the centralisation of finance following a recent entity integration. This role is critical in driving improvements across finance processes, enhancing control environments, and supporting the smooth integration of two centralised finance teams.</p><p>The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with strong technical accounting, project accounting, and process improvement experience, ideally with exposure to insurance or broader financial services.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Central Bristol (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days remote)<br /> <strong>Reporting to:</strong> Head of Finance<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> 6-Month FTC (potential extension) <br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £80,000 - £100,000 (flexible depending on experience)<br /> <strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in the smooth integration of two centralised finance teams, ensuring continuity and minimal disruption.</li><li>Map, document, and potentially redesign finance processes to improve control, efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.</li><li>Evaluate existing financial controls and implement improvements to ensure compliance, robustness, and audit readiness.</li><li>Resolve complex balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Investigate and clear aged items, collaborating with relevant teams to identify root causes.</li><li>Drive process improvement initiatives across claims, debtors, and insurance-related tax.</li><li>Support change management, including training for the centralised finance team.</li><li>Collaborate across finance and operational teams to improve end-to-end finance processes.</li><li>Support internal and external audit requirements related to the transition.</li><li>Work closely with IT and Operations, ensuring alignment and minimal resistance to process changes.</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Strong technical accounting background with project delivery experience.</li><li>Proven experience in process improvement, streamlining, and controls implementation.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data modelling, manipulating large datasets).</li><li>Experience working with finance systems.</li><li>Insurance/financial services experience highly desirable: claims control accounts, premium tax & debtors.</li><li>Curious and inquisitive mindset - someone who challenges existing practices, asks the right questions, and drives meaningful change.</li><li>Energetic, resilient, and comfortable working with large volumes of complex data.</li><li>Ideally insurance experience, would consider financial services.</li></ul><p>For more information or to apply to this role, 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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjAxODA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Reports To:</strong> Head of Finance</p><p><strong>Direct Reports:</strong> None</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>Up to £45,000/year</p><p><strong>Working pattern: </strong>Hybrid (3 days required in the office)</p><p>Robert Half is proudly working with an established professional services firm to recruit for an experienced and detail-oriented Financial Accountant.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support month-end close activities, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain strong financial controls and assist with process improvements and automation.</li><li>Collaborate with teams across actuarial, underwriting, and claims to interpret financial data.</li><li>Assist in managing insurance accounts, premium taxes, and reinsurance reporting.</li><li>Contribute to year-end audits, statutory reporting, business planning, and regulatory filings.</li><li>Participate in cross-functional projects as a representative of the finance team.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience:</strong></p><p><strong>Essential:</strong></p><ul><li>Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).</li><li>Strong Excel and financial systems knowledge.</li><li>Proven reconciliation and control environment experience.</li><li>High attention to detail, strong numerical and analytical skills.</li><li>Effective communicator with strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in financial services.</li><li>Understanding of data flow from operational systems to financial statements.</li><li>Experience working in small or multi-functional teams.</li></ul><p>If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please apply today!</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/THlkaWEuQmVycnkuNjYxMTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1 data-end="272" data-start="219"><strong data-start="221" data-end="270">Assistant Accountant - Manufacturing Industry</strong></h1><p data-start="273" data-end="356">Permanent | Full-Time | Swansea | £30,000+ Study Support & Benefits</p><p data-start="358" data-end="780">Are you an ambitious finance professional looking to build your career in industry?</p><p data-start="358" data-end="780">Our client, a highly respected and expanding <strong data-end="515" data-start="489">manufacturing business</strong>, is seeking an <strong data-start="531" data-end="555">Assistant Accountant</strong> to join their dynamic finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who is keen to develop their accounting career while receiving <strong data-end="741" data-start="714">full ACCA study support</strong> and clear progression opportunities.</p><h3 data-start="782" data-end="800"><strong data-end="798" data-start="786">The Role</strong></h3><p data-start="801" data-end="1018">Working closely with the Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function while gaining exposure to the full management accounting cycle. Responsibilities include:</p><ul data-start="1019" data-end="1751"><li data-end="1109" data-start="1019"><p data-end="1109" data-start="1021">Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial statements</p></li><li data-end="1231" data-start="1110"><p data-end="1231" data-start="1112">Supporting month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="1304" data-start="1232"><p data-end="1304" data-start="1234">Preparing and posting journals with accuracy and attention to detail</p></li><li data-end="1417" data-start="1305"><p data-start="1307" data-end="1417">Assisting with budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis to support operational decision-making</p></li><li data-start="1418" data-end="1527"><p data-end="1527" data-start="1420">Partnering with production and operations teams to provide insights into costs, margins, and efficiencies</p></li><li data-end="1606" data-start="1528"><p data-start="1530" data-end="1606">Supporting external audits and ensuring compliance with financial controls</p></li><li data-end="1677" data-start="1607"><p data-end="1677" data-start="1609">Contributing to process improvements within the finance department</p></li><li data-start="1678" data-end="1751"><p data-start="1680" data-end="1751">Producing ad hoc financial analysis and reports for senior management</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1753" data-end="1772"><strong data-start="1757" data-end="1770">About You</strong></h3><p data-start="1773" data-end="1922">We're looking for a driven and detail-oriented individual who wants to grow within a supportive environment. To be successful, you'll ideally have:</p><ul data-end="2377" data-start="1923"><li data-end="2034" data-start="1923"><p data-start="1925" data-end="2034">Part-qualified ACCA / CIMA / AAT Level 4 (or currently studying) - or QBE with relevant industry experience</p></li><li data-start="2035" data-end="2156"><p data-start="2037" data-end="2156">Previous experience in a finance role, ideally within manufacturing, engineering, or a similar product-based industry</p></li><li data-end="2230" data-start="2157"><p data-start="2159" data-end="2230">Strong Excel and financial systems skills (ERP exposure advantageous)</p></li><li data-start="2231" data-end="2316"><p data-start="2233" data-end="2316">Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines</p></li><li data-start="2317" data-end="2377"><p data-start="2319" data-end="2377">Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2404" data-start="2379"><strong data-end="2402" data-start="2383">What's on Offer</strong></h3><p data-end="2530" data-start="2405">This role is not just about maintaining the numbers - it's about building a long-term career in finance. Our client offers:</p><ul data-start="2531" data-end="2984"><li data-start="2531" data-end="2631"><p data-start="2533" data-end="2631"><strong data-end="2568" data-start="2533">Full ACCA study support package</strong> (including exam fees, study materials, and paid study leave)</p></li><li data-end="2762" data-start="2632"><p data-end="2762" data-start="2634">Structured career progression with opportunities to move into a <strong data-end="2723" data-start="2698">Management Accountant</strong> or <strong data-start="2727" data-end="2755">Finance Business Partner</strong> role</p></li><li data-end="2818" data-start="2763"><p data-start="2765" data-end="2818">Company pension scheme, holidays, and additional benefits</p></li><li data-end="2984" data-start="2881"><p data-end="2984" data-start="2883">The chance to join a supportive and ambitious finance team within a thriving manufacturing business</p></li></ul><p data-start="2986" data-end="3151">This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to <strong data-start="3042" data-end="3097">combine study with real-world accounting experience</strong> in a business that values professional development.</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/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uMzY0MTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="74" data-end="202"><strong data-start="74" data-end="121">Stock Accountant</strong></p><p data-end="202" data-start="74"><strong data-end="137" data-start="124">Location:</strong> Cardiff<br data-end="148" data-start="145" /> <strong data-end="161" data-start="148">Day Rate:</strong> £220 (Outside IR35)<br / data-start="181" data-end="184"> <strong data-end="195" data-start="184">Sector:</strong> FMCG</p><p data-end="507" data-start="204">We are supporting a fast-growing FMCG business in Cardiff with the appointment of a <strong data-start="289" data-end="317">Stock Accountant</strong>. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to a high-performing finance team during a period of significant growth.</p><h3 data-start="509" data-end="535">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="536" data-end="1015"><li data-start="536" data-end="618"><p data-start="538" data-end="618">Maintain accurate and up-to-date stock records across multiple business units.</p></li><li data-start="619" data-end="735"><p data-end="735" data-start="621">Perform reconciliations between physical and system stock, ensuring discrepancies are investigated and resolved.</p></li><li data-end="829" data-start="736"><p data-end="829" data-start="738">Support month-end close through preparation of stock journals, valuations, and reporting.</p></li><li data-start="830" data-end="916"><p data-start="832" data-end="916">Produce detailed management reports on stock movement, consumption, and variances.</p></li><li data-start="917" data-end="1015"><p data-start="919" data-end="1015">Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to strengthen stock controls and processes.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1017" data-end="1040">Candidate Profile</h3><ul data-start="1041" data-end="1459"><li data-end="1155" data-start="1041"><p data-start="1043" data-end="1155">Demonstrable experience in stock or inventory accounting, ideally within FMCG, manufacturing, or distribution.</p></li><li data-start="1156" data-end="1249"><p data-end="1249" data-start="1158">Strong technical understanding of stock valuation methods</p></li><li data-start="1250" data-end="1309"><p data-end="1309" data-start="1252">Advanced Excel capability; ERP experience advantageous.</p></li><li data-start="1310" data-end="1382"><p data-start="1312" data-end="1382">High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical ability.</p></li><li data-start="1383" data-end="1459"><p data-end="1459" data-start="1385">Capable of working effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1461" data-end="1483">Contract Details</h3><ul data-start="1484" data-end="1642"><li data-end="1541" data-start="1484"><p data-end="1541" data-start="1486"><strong data-start="1486" data-end="1499">Duration:</strong> 3 months (with potential for extension)</p></li><li data-start="1542" data-end="1572"><p data-end="1572" data-start="1544"><strong data-start="1544" data-end="1557">Day Rate:</strong> £220 per day</p></li><li data-end="1601" data-start="1573"><p data-start="1575" data-end="1601"><strong data-end="1586" data-start="1575">Status:</strong> Outside IR35</p></li><li data-start="1602" data-end="1642"><p data-start="1604" data-end="1642"><strong data-end="1617" data-start="1604">Location:</strong> Cardiff - Hybrid </p></li></ul> <br><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> <br><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uMTYwMzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12.0pt;">Robert Half Talent Solutions are hiring a Management accountant for a successful organisation based in Ferndale- north of Pontypridd</p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12.0pt;">The Management Accountant will be reporting into the Head of Finance you'll be responsible for the management accounts for business.</p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12.0pt;">There is potential to grow these responsibilities as you progress.</p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12.0pt;"> </p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Issue timely and complete financial reports including coordination of the annual report, monthly management accounts (inc. budget variance reports) and weekly forecast updates.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Maintenance of accounting systems, records and controls designed to mitigate risk and enhance accuracy of companies' financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and reporting standards.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Maintain documented system of accounting policies and procedures.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Oversee operations of the accounting department.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Ensure accounts payable are paid in a timely manner, taking advantage of any reasonable early payment discounts.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Ensure accounts payable are all collected promptly.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Ensure bank reconciliations are completed regularly.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Maintain chart of accounts.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Ensure an orderly accounting filing system is maintained.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Produce annual budgets.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Maintain Fixed Asset Register.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Produce ad-hoc reports when needed, most frequently in relation to investment or project appraisals.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Produce KPI and Management reports to MD and Group Finance.</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12.0pt; color: #222e39;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12.0pt; color: #222e39;">Salary to £45,000 plus study support</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjE3MTA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently partnering with our client in their recruitment of a Finance Business Partner on a permanent contract. We're looking for a commercially minded finance professional to drive performance insights and strategic decision-making across the business. This role sits at the heart of the finance function, so you'll be partnering closely with senior stakeholders to deliver high-impact analysis, reporting, and forecasting. If you're passionate about turning numbers into meaningful action, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.</p><p>This role is a 50/50 split between BAU (month end processes) and then forward looking partnering and project accounting, so a great position if you're a Management Accountant looking to move into a more commercial role. The salary on offer is up to £50,000 + benefits. Hybrid working is supported.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Monthly Management Accounts</strong>: Lead the preparation of monthly accounts, including accruals, prepayments, provisions, and journal entries. Investigate and explain variances to ensure accuracy and transparency.</li><li><strong>Performance Analysis</strong>: Deliver insightful variance analysis against budget and forecast. Collaborate with operational teams to identify root causes and drive corrective actions.</li><li><strong>Reporting Excellence</strong>: Develop and present high-quality reports and dashboards for the Senior Finance Business Partner and leadership teams.</li><li><strong>Business Partnering</strong>: Act as a trusted advisor to key business functions, presenting financial insights at monthly management meetings and supporting strategic initiatives.</li><li><strong>Financial Controls</strong>: Own journal logs and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring robust financial governance and compliance.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement</strong>: Champion continuous improvement across reporting and forecasting processes.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting</strong>: Lead the development of detailed, driver-based annual budgets and quarterly forecasts in collaboration with functional leads.</li><li><strong>Scenario Modelling</strong>: Provide financial modelling and scenario analysis to support commercial decision-making.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>ACCA/CIMA qualified (or finalist)</li><li>Strong on Excel</li><li>Prior management accounts pre experience</li><li>Prior partnering experience</li><li>Be a self starter, with a commercial mindset and intrigue to investigate data</li></ul><p> </p><p>For more information, please call Paige on 01179 935 445, or to apply, please e-mail</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/cGFpZ2UuYmlya3MuMjcxMjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
