7 results for First Line Support in Newbury, West Berkshire

Senior Finance Officer

Oxford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 43000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnering with Summer Fields School to recruit a Senior Finance Officer. This position plays a central role in the school's finance team, offering a unique opportunity to join one of the country's leading prep schools with a reputation spanning over 160 years. Job Title: Senior Finance OfficerLocation: Summertown, North OxfordSalary: £40,000 - £43,000 depending on experienceFull-time | Small collaborative team | Beautiful 70-acre campusSummer Fields is a full-boarding and day school for approximately 300 boys aged 4-13. The school offers excellent teaching, traditional values and exceptional pastoral care, with outstanding exam results achieved by leavers who regularly win scholarships to top public schools in the country.This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit Bursary team in a friendly, community-focused environment where staff wellbeing is a priority. Many staff have been at the school for years, testament to the positive working culture.The RoleThis is a key role in the school's finance team, ensuring the effective, accurate and timely delivery of core financial operations. This position will lead on fee billing and credit control, nominal ledger activities, and oversees the day‑to‑day running of the Accounts Payable function.As the primary contact for finance‑related enquiries, the Senior Finance Officer helps maintain strong financial controls, supports high‑quality management reporting, and contributes to the overall financial integrity and stewardship of the school. Main duties include:Fee Billing & Credit Control: <ul><li>Prepare, issue and reconcile termly fee invoices, including extras and bursaries.</li><li>Liaise with parents and resolve fee queries.</li><li>Credit control activities: monitor debtor balances and follow up overdue accounts.</li><li>Reconcile fee income to bank receipts and the general ledger.</li></ul> Accounts PayableOversight of the purchase ledger, with day-to-day activities predominantly being carried out by the Finance Assistant:<ul><li>Monitor the finance inbox.</li><li>Ensure accurate coding and authorisation of invoices and timely payment of suppliers.</li><li>Review supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Prepare payment runs, ensuring compliance with internal controls and approvals.</li></ul> Nominal Ledger, Journals & Reconciliations:<ul><li>Maintain accurate nominal ledger records in line with the school's chart of accounts.</li><li>Prepare monthly journals including prepayments, accruals and payroll journals.</li><li>Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Support month, term and year‑end close, ensuring deadlines are met.</li></ul> VAT Returns:<ul><li>Preparation of VAT return workings, including partial exemption calculations and ensuring correct VAT treatment across income and expenditure.</li></ul> Other:<ul><li>Provide timely financial information to the Finance Director and budget holders.</li><li>Assist with preparation of management accounts and analytical reviews.</li><li>Support the annual budgeting process, including collation of departmental information.</li><li>Prepare schedules for the external audit and respond to auditor queries.</li><li>Ensure the finance system is used effectively and identify and implement opportunities to automate and simplify processes.</li></ul> Key skills and experience:<ul><li>Significant experience in a similar finance role, ideally within a school or charity.</li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, able to engage professionally with parents and staff.</li><li>Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.</li></ul> Requirements:<ul><li>Full time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Minimum three days per week on-site in Summertown, Oxford</li></ul> Salary and benefits:<ul><li>6 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Pension - employer contributions of 4% for the first two years of service, 6% after two years</li><li>Group life assurance of three times annual salary</li><li>Private medical insurance provided by the school, which is a taxable benefit</li><li>On-site parking</li><li>Lunch on-site during term time</li><li>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Annual flu vaccination</li><li>Membership of Staff Swimming Club</li><li>Discounted on-site holiday activity clubs</li></ul> SafeguardingSummer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMjk4ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-13T15:08:57Z

Finance and Operations Coordinator (Part-time 4 days per week)

Bicester, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
28000 - 33000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnering with Pursuit Racing to recruit their new Finance & Operations Coordinator on a permanent, part-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a genuinely unique business at the heart of European historic motorsport.Founded in 2020, Pursuit Racing was built on a passion for historic motorsport, not just preparing iconic race cars to the very highest standards, but coaching and developing drivers at every level to race with confidence and skill. Operating from a state-of-the-art development centre in Bicester, the team competes in the finest races and rallies across Europe. Location: Bicester - fully office-basedWorking Pattern: 4 days per week (Tues-Fri preferably)Hours: 8:30am - 5:30pm (1 hour lunch break)Salary: £28,000 - £33,000 FTE (salary pro-rata'd)Bonus: Up to 10% annually + Christmas bonus The Role:Joining a close-knit team, this is a varied, hands-on position that sits at the operational heart of the business. You will manage the full range of day-to-day financial processes, from supplier billing and client invoicing through to bank reconciliations and ledger management, while also providing administrative and operational support to the Managing Director and Finance Manager.The working week is split across finance (three days) and administration (one day), though in practice the role is fluid and you will need to be comfortable pivoting between tasks as priorities shift. There are always plates spinning here, and the right person will thrive on that variety rather than shy away from it. Responsibilities:Finance & Accounts<ul><li>Finalising purchase orders and processing supplier bills on Xero, ensuring accuracy between the in-house system and Xero</li><li>Understanding the full operation of our in-house inventory system and ensuring its accuracy</li><li>Maintain the payment form and reconcile against Xero, ensuring correct due dates</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts on Xero and ensure all sales and purchase ledger entries are coded accurately to the correct nominal codes, projects, and profit centres.</li><li>Make supplier payments in line with deadlines</li><li>File and organise financial documentation effectively</li><li>Coordinate and maintain the storage tracker of client vehicles and invoicing clients monthly / quarterly</li><li>Review time recorded for in-house jobs and take appropriate action where corrections or follow-up is required</li><li>Maintain the register for race and test entries for Finance audit purposes</li><li>Add one-off parts to jobs on in-house inventory system</li><li>Chase missing VAT invoices, bills, receipts, and required financial documents from the team or external suppliers</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date client and supplier records</li><li>Raise accurate client invoices, ensuring parts and time entries are correct, and send client statements</li><li>Control and maintain utility accounts and related records</li><li>Run finance and operational reports for the FM as required</li><li>Support the MD and FM with ad hoc administrative and finance tasks</li></ul>Operations & Administration<ul><li>Provide ad hoc administrative support to the MD - including booking travel, transport, and hotels for races abroad</li><li>Manage consumables ordering (e.g. Amazon) and ensure stock levels are maintained</li><li>Handle utilities matters</li><li>Understand and maintain the in-house inventory system, adding parts to jobs as needed</li><li>File and organise financial documentation effectively</li><li>Support the MD and FM with any additional ad hoc tasks as required</li></ul> Your Profile:<ul><li>Highly organised, autonomous, and self-sufficient - able to prioritise your own workload and stay on top of a varied to-do list</li><li>Detail-oriented, with absolute accuracy when handling financial data, invoices, and reconciliations</li><li>Comfortable working at pace and pivoting quickly in response to ad hoc requests</li><li>A confident communicator - clear and professional when dealing with suppliers, clients, and colleagues</li><li>Proactive and solutions-focused - spotting issues early and taking ownership of resolving them</li><li>Trustworthy and discreet when handling sensitive financial information</li><li>Experienced in a fast-paced working environment where multiple priorities compete for your attention</li></ul> How to Apply:This role is being managed exclusively by Robert Half. To be considered, please apply directly through Robert Half.Please note: any speculative CVs or third-party agency applications submitted directly to Pursuit Racing will be forwarded to Robert Half for review, and will be treated as applications made through Robert Half in the first instance. To ensure your application is handled correctly and promptly, we strongly encourage you to apply through the official Robert Half process. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS44MTkyMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-17T16:04:59Z

IT Operations Leader

Oxford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has exclusively partnered with OUem to recruit for a newly created IT Operations Lead role based in Oxford. This is a permanent opportunity, ideal for candidates looking for better exposure to leading IT strategy and technology operations.Senior hands-on IT Operations Lead responsible for operational stability, governance, and delivery of technology change across a multi-system environment.This role combines IT operations leadership, policy & governance ownership, vendor management, data mapping, and end-to-end technical project delivery. Acts as a key interface between Technology, Compliance, and Operations.Key ResponsibilitiesIT Operations<ul><li>Own day-to-day operational performance of infrastructure, SaaS, and core business systems</li><li>Define and manage service standards, KPIs, and support processes</li><li>Manage and hold third-party IT vendors accountable</li></ul>Policy, Governance & Controls<ul><li>Author, maintain, and enforce IT policies, standards, and procedures</li><li>Maintain audit readiness and documented IT controls</li><li>Align IT operations with compliance and risk requirements</li></ul>Project & Change Delivery<ul><li>Lead end-to-end delivery of IT initiatives (cloud migrations, infrastructure upgrades, system replacements, security tooling)</li><li>Ensure operational readiness: documentation, training, and support handover</li></ul>Data Mapping & Information Risk<ul><li>Own system/data maps, data locations, access models, and system dependencies</li><li>Improve visibility and reduce information and operational risk</li></ul>Risk, Incident & Resilience<ul><li>Oversee incident management, investigation, and remediation</li><li>Maintain DR/BCP documentation and testing schedules</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Proven experience in IT Operations / Technical Operations / Infrastructure roles with leadership responsibility</li><li>Strong understanding of cloud (Azure preferred), networking, identity & access management, and SaaS environments</li><li>Proven experience writing and owning IT policies, standards, and operational processes</li><li>Experience delivering cross-system or infrastructure projects end-to-end</li><li>Strong documentation capability (data flows, system dependencies, controls)</li><li>Confident communicator with technical and non-technical stakeholders</li></ul>On Offer<ul><li>Competitive salary plus discretionary award of up to 25%</li><li>Onsite in Central Oxford</li><li>Employer Pension contribution 10-16% of salary (employee contribution dependent)</li><li>Benefits allowance - tied to employee pension contribution</li><li>Life cover 4x salary</li><li>Private medical cover (Individual - end of probation)</li><li>Critical Illness cover 2x salary (end of probation)</li><li>Income protection cover up to 75% salary (end of probation)</li><li>Cash health plan (end of probation)</li><li>26 days holiday + bank holidays. The office is usually closed between Christmas and New Year. We do not require staff to take these days from their annual holiday allowance.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um94eS5MYXcuMTEzMDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-13T11:21:27Z

Technical Support Analyst

Park Royal, London
remote
Permanent
28000 - 33000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a distribution company based in Park Royal looking for a Technical Support Analyst to join the technology team.You'll be the first line of support for systems, infrastructure and end users; handling everything from day to day troubleshooting to on boarding new starters and managing access, hardware and security.This is a hands on role where strong technical knowledge, clear communication, and a methodical approach to problem solving really matter.This role allows for lots of progression and with it being a smaller team it gives you lots of exposure.Key Requirements:<ul><li>2+ year's experience in a 1st line IT support or service delivery role Strong Windows</li><li>Office 365 troubleshooting skills Good networking knowledge for user connectivity Experience with Active Directory</li><li>User permissions and device setup</li><li>Confident communicator who can engage at all levels Proactive, organised, and comfortable working independently or as part of a team</li></ul>Role: Technical Support AnalystLocation: Park Royal (5 days a week on site)Salary: £28,000 - £33,000 + 10% BonusRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RXJpay5Pc21hbi42NzMxMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-20T16:10:31Z

IT Support Engineer

England,
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
2nd Line IT Support Engineer (Contract) Contract Length: 3 Months Location: Swindon Full time working Monday to FridayYou'll join a small, proactive team, so a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to build good customer relationships are essential. Key ResponsibilitiesResolve support tickets via phone, email, remote tools and onsite visits Maintain secure and compliant end‑user devices Deliver M365 modern workplace solutions (SharePoint, Teams, Intune, Defender, Entra ID)If you are interested in this post please apply ASAP2nd Line IT Support Engineer (Contract)Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9zcy5Fc2NvdHQuNTUyNzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-28T15:16:36Z

IT Support Engineer

Andover, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 32000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a global household brand who are currently going through an exciting digital transformation journey to recruit for a permanent IT Support Engineer, paying up to £32,000. This is mainly office based in Andover with 1 day working from home after probation. The Role<ul><li>Provide 1st and 2nd line support </li><li>Support with M365 administration, Windows Server updates and maintenance </li><li>Mobile device management - InTune </li><li>End-user support for hardware and software across desktop technologies </li><li>IT asset management</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Previous experience in IT support (1st and 2nd line) </li><li>Strong knowledge of configuring and maintaining multi-system environments - M365, Windows Server, switches and firewalls</li><li>Proactive in process improvement of end-user services </li></ul>On Offer<ul><li>Up to £32,000</li><li>25 days annual leave + BH </li><li>Pension contribution </li><li>Life assurance</li><li>Health insurance </li><li>1 day WFH once probationary period is complete</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um94eS5MYXcuNDQzNzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-18T11:46:12Z

Interim Financial Controller- 6 months

Oxford, Oxfordshire
remote
Contract
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller - 6 months, potential for extension - North Oxfordshire CIRCA £70 - £80KOverviewWe are seeking a proactive, "go-getter" Financial Controller to join a rapidly developing division of an established business.This role will lead the finance function, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, improvinacg processes, and driving performance insight across the business. You will manage a team and work closely with operational and senior stakeholders to support decision-making and business growth.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Control & Reporting<ul><li>Own and deliver the month-end close (opening to closing balance) in line with strict deadlines (target: Day 3)</li><li>Ensure accurate balance sheet, P&L, prepayments, and accruals</li><li>Track performance against budget, forecast, and long-term plans</li><li>Provide clear variance analysis and insight</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and group policies (including IFRS 16 - essential experience to this , capitalisation, provisions)</li></ul>Business Partnering & Analysis<ul><li>Provide financial insight and decision support to improve business performance</li><li>Present results and commentary to regional and senior stakeholders</li><li>Work closely with FP&A to deliver effective management information</li><li>Support and challenge business cases and investment decisions</li></ul>Project Accounting<ul><li>Oversee accounting for project spend and capitalisation</li><li>Experience in:</li><ul><li>Capitalising vs expensing</li><li>Managing project costs</li><li>Reviewing significant business cases</li></ul></ul>Team Leadership<ul><li>Lead and develop a team across:</li><ul><li>Accounts Payable</li><li>Accounts Receivable</li><li>Management Accounting</li></ul><li>Ensure:</li><ul><li>Timely payments and debt collection</li><li>Strong cash flow management</li></ul><li>Provide coaching and improve team capability and output</li></ul>Process Improvement<ul><li>Identify and implement process improvements</li><li>Improve speed and accuracy of reporting (currently slow and inconsistent)</li><li>Shift focus from data processing to insight generation</li></ul>Cash Flow & Controls<ul><li>Oversee cash flow, treasury interaction, and intercompany transactions</li><li>Ensure strong financial controls and financial resilience metrics</li><li>Lead year-end audit and manage external auditors</li></ul>Stakeholder Management<ul><li>Work with:</li><ul><li>Site managers</li><li>Operational teams</li><li>Senior leadership and central finance</li></ul><li>Act as a key link between finance and the wider business</li></ul>Skills & Experience<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge</li><li>Experience running a full finance function</li><li>Strong understanding of AR, AP, Management Accounts, Treasury</li><li>Experience working with senior stakeholders in large organisations</li></ul>Ideal Profile<ul><li>Proactive, organised, and deadline-driven</li><li>Strong communicator and team leader</li><li>Analytical with the ability to explain financial performance clearly</li><li>Curious, asks questions, and challenges the status quo</li><li>Comfortable driving change and improving processes</li><li>Takes ownership and gets things done</li></ul>Environment<ul><li>Converted barn office (non-corporate, informal, family feel)</li><li>Opportunity to make a visible impact in a developing business area</li></ul>Key Focus Areas<ul><li>Improve timeliness and accuracy of reporting</li><li>Deliver Day 3 month-end close</li><li>Strengthen team capability and output</li><li>Drive better insight and business performance</li></ul>To be considered please send the following:<ul><li>Your latest CV</li><li>Your location</li><li>Your notice period</li><li>Your salary expectation</li></ul> Please also send this information which we can send with your CV to the client.<ul><li>When you have had to work under IFRS 16</li><li>Your capitalisation experience</li><li>Project Accounting experience</li><li>Size teams managed</li><li>When you've reviewed business cases</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bGlzYS5oYXl3YXJkLjc4MTMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-04-13T13:46:12Z