8 results for Risk in Newbury, West Berkshire

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

Group Credit Manager

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Group Credit Manager Location: Hybrid - Slough area (3-4 days per week, with occasional travel to other offices) Salary: Highly competitive + comprehensive benefits package<h3>The Opportunity</h3>Reporting into senior finance leadership, this role will hold full responsibility for the credit control and accounts receivable function across the wider group. You will be tasked with driving cash collection performance, improving controls, reducing aged debt, and ensuring the function is scalable to support continued growth.This is a highly visible role with regular interaction across the wider business, requiring someone who can balance strategic leadership with hands-on operational management.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>Strategic Leadership & Ownership * Develop and implement a group-wide credit control strategy aligned to wider business growth and cashflow objectives * Own key performance metrics including DSO, overdue debt, cash collection, and debtor quality * Build a scalable credit function capable of supporting future acquisitions and integration activity * Provide meaningful reporting and insight to senior leadership around collections performance, risk exposure, and improvement opportunitiesTeam Management & Development * Lead and develop a multi-level team including Credit Control Team Leads, Credit Controllers, legacy debt teams, and cash allocation staff * Introduce clear KPIs, accountability frameworks, and service standards across the department * Drive a high-performance culture focused on ownership, continuous improvement, and collaboration * Support succession planning, coaching, recruitment, and resource planning as the business growsCredit Risk & Governance * Review and strengthen credit policies, procedures, and governance frameworks across all entities * Oversee credit limits, risk assessments, provisioning, write-offs, and escalated accounts * Ensure strong compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and financial best practice * Act as the senior escalation point for complex disputes, insolvencies, and high-risk balancesCommercial Business Partnering * Work closely with Managing Directors, Operations, Sales, Billing, and Finance teams to improve collection outcomes * Lead arrears review meetings and challenge stakeholders where action is required * Provide commercial insight into payment trends, customer behaviour, contractual exposure, and collection barriers * Ensure credit risk considerations are embedded into commercial decision-makingReporting, Forecasting & Month-End * Own debtor-related inputs into group cashflow forecasting * Ensure timely month-end close for receivables, reconciliations, ageing reviews, and provisions * Deliver accurate MI on collections performance, overdue balances, and risk trends * Act as key contact for audit queries relating to receivables and credit processesTransformation & Continuous Improvement * Lead projects to improve systems, processes, controls, and automation across the function * Support finance transformation programmes and acquisition integrations * Improve alignment between Credit Control, Billing, and Cash Allocation teams to maximise efficiency and service delivery<h3>Ideal Background</h3>* Extensive experience in senior Credit Control / Credit Management leadership roles * Proven track record leading larger or multi-layered teams * Experience operating in a multi-entity, acquisitive, or fast-growth environment * Demonstrable success improving DSO, reducing aged debt, and enhancing controls * Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders * Commercially astute, analytical, and comfortable working in a changing environment * Hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front<h3>Why This Role?</h3>This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious organisation in a period of continued growth. The role offers real autonomy, visibility, and the chance to shape a critical finance function while developing your career within a progressive business.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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uOTcwMTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-01T10:57:47Z

Cyber Security Specialist

Chippenham, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a global business near Chippenham to recruit a Cyber Security Analyst on a permanent basis, paying up to £65,000 with hybrid working. This is a great opportunity comes with clear progression opportunities and will require someone to come with both technical and GRC security experience.Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Oversee security incident management and response</li><li>Threat management</li><li>Configure, implement and maintain security tools such as SIEM, XDR, EDR, vulnerability management</li><li>Implement and maintain security controls</li><li>Conduct vendor risk assessments, support internal and external audits</li><li>Governance, risk and compliance</li></ul>Skills & Experience: <ul><li>Proven experience in Cyber Security operations, threat management</li><li>Strong knowledge of SIEM, XDR, EDR, vulnerability management, firewalls and network security</li><li>Good understanding of risk management, vendor security assessments and compliance</li><li>Understanding of UK regulations, including Cyber Essentials, ISO27001, NIST</li></ul>On Offer: <ul><li>Salary up to £65,000</li><li>Hybrid working - approximately 2 days a week in office (Chippenham)</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Private medical insurance</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/Um94eS5MYXcuODQ3ODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-16T08:08:56Z

Credit Analyst

Hook, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
<h2 data-start="178" data-section-id="z513jd" data-end="212">Job Title: Credit Analyst</h2>Location: Basingstoke (5 days per week onsite)<h3 data-start="265" data-section-id="1dl56dh" data-end="283">Overview</h3>An organisation is seeking a detail-oriented Credit Analyst to support the management and optimisation of its credit portfolio. This is a hands-on role focused on delivering data-driven insights, reporting, and portfolio performance analysis. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders to enhance credit outcomes, improve reporting processes, and support strategic initiatives.<h3 data-end="725" data-section-id="h3a80r" data-start="695">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1268" data-start="726"><li data-start="726" data-end="806" data-section-id="1vbgl1s">Monitor and analyse credit portfolio performance and emerging risk trends </li><li data-start="807" data-end="874" data-section-id="bwo5kj">Produce regular reporting on data trends and credit performance</li><li data-start="875" data-end="941" data-section-id="1pllpm3">Support credit strategy development and origination activities</li><li data-start="942" data-end="1016" data-section-id="grurp7">Deliver portfolio insights and risk reporting to internal stakeholders</li><li data-end="1109" data-section-id="9mc3e7" data-start="1017">Work with imperfect or unstructured datasets, transforming them into meaningful insights</li><li data-start="1110" data-end="1175" data-section-id="1kw3c97">Develop, maintain, and enhance reporting models and templates</li><li data-end="1268" data-section-id="zppyyn" data-start="1176">Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across credit and collections functions</li></ul><h3 data-start="1275" data-section-id="1bxfqft" data-end="1314">Technical & Analytical Skills</h3><ul data-start="1315" data-end="1564"><li data-start="1315" data-section-id="18s4fv6" data-end="1366">Strong Microsoft Excel capability (essential) </li><li data-section-id="1la2lx5" data-end="1416" data-start="1367">Experience with DAX coding and data modelling</li><li data-end="1459" data-section-id="1l9y1g5" data-start="1417">Exposure to Power Apps is advantageous</li><li data-section-id="1co4irt" data-end="1509" data-start="1460">Ability to design and refine reporting models</li><li data-start="1510" data-end="1564" data-section-id="b2hjo8">Confidence working with large and complex datasets</li></ul><h3 data-start="1571" data-section-id="1xlxnn4" data-end="1604">Experience & Background</h3><ul data-start="1605" data-end="1881"><li data-section-id="kph1zb" data-end="1691" data-start="1605">Experience in credit analysis, collections, lending, or asset finance environments</li><li data-end="1736" data-section-id="a16oif" data-start="1692">Exposure to analytical or modelling work</li><li data-end="1805" data-section-id="uqdr0s" data-start="1737">Understanding of credit risk principles and portfolio management</li><li data-start="1806" data-section-id="1vplmn8" data-end="1881">Experience within a collections or recoveries environment is beneficial</li></ul><h3 data-end="1918" data-section-id="1bzyj0b" data-start="1888">Desirable Experience</h3><ul data-start="1919" data-end="2128"><li data-end="1977" data-section-id="4m96r" data-start="1919">Exposure to structured or investment-backed portfolios</li><li data-start="1978" data-section-id="etl1h2" data-end="2060">Experience using reporting tools in low-template or evolving data environments</li><li data-end="2128" data-section-id="dxv24j" data-start="2061">Background in asset-based lending or similar financial products</li></ul><h3 data-section-id="t46bki" data-end="2164" data-start="2135">Working Environment</h3><ul data-start="2165" data-end="2300"><li data-end="2222" data-section-id="14kol8v" data-start="2165">Office-based role in Basingstoke (5 days per week) </li><li data-start="2223" data-section-id="8e00r4" data-end="2300">Collaborative and fast-paced setting with evolving reporting requirements</li></ul><h3 data-end="2323" data-section-id="17ay2qa" data-start="2307">Salary</h3>Competitive, dependent on experience <h3 data-start="2372" data-end="2389" data-section-id="1x5zy2y">Summary</h3>This opportunity would suit a commercially aware Credit Analyst who enjoys working with complex data, generating actionable insights, and contributing to credit strategy within a growing, performance-focused environment.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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uODg3NTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-26T13:43:26Z

Purchase Ledger Supervisor

Datchet, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
Accounts Payable Team Leader - Datchet - Office based - £40.000 per annumRole OverviewThe Accounts Payable (AP) Team Leader is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, payments, and reconciliations. This role combines hands-on transactional work with team supervision, process improvement, and stakeholder management. Key Responsibilities<ol><li> Team Leadership & Management</li></ol><ul><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop AP team members</li><li>Allocate workloads and monitor performance against KPIs</li><li>Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback</li><li>Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of new staff</li></ul><ol start="2"><li> Accounts Payable Operations</li></ol><ul><li>Oversee end-to-end AP processes (invoice processing, approvals, payments)</li><li>Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies</li><li>Review and approve high-value or complex invoices and payment runs</li><li>Manage supplier onboarding and maintain accurate vendor records</li></ul><ol start="3"><li> Process Improvement & Controls</li></ol><ul><li>Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities</li><li>Maintain and enforce internal controls to mitigate financial risk</li><li>Ensure compliance with audit requirements and support internal/external audits</li><li>Develop and document standard operating procedures</li></ul> Skills & ExperienceEssential:<ul><li>Proven experience in accounts payable, with supervisory responsibility</li><li>Strong understanding of AP processes and financial controls</li><li>Experience with ERP/accounting systems</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Strong leadership and team management abilities</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/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS4wNDU0MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-06T10:29:21Z

Financial Accountant

Basingstoke, Hampshire
remote
Contract
70000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
🚀 Financial Accountant (12-Month FTC) | SaaS | £70,000-£75,000 Hampshire (Hybrid - 2 days in office) We're working with an innovative and rapidly growing SaaS business in the aviation risk space, looking to appoint a Financial Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that combines cutting-edge technology with expert analysis to deliver industry-leading solutions. As the Financial Accountant within a fast-moving SaaS business, you will be working closely with the Finance Director to run the financial reporting function within the business, delivering outputs including management and Board reporting, departmental cost reporting and assisting with cashflow management. Optimizing the use and effectiveness of our current software and driving automation and AI integration to promote accuracy and efficiency within the financial reporting function will be a key delivery within this role. The role has exposure to the full finance department function requirements as well as interactions with all departments supporting their KPI performance and analysis for decision making at a management level.This role is will be 50% AP/AR including Bacs and payment processing, credit control, as well as month and close, so really need someone who is happy to get their sleeves rolled up and be happy doing payments and journals too. The change piece and improvement of month end files is key but being expert in Xero, optimising via use of other software or bolt ons is important, with an aptitude for utilising AI to optimise efficiencies. ✅ What We're Looking For Essential: Qualified accountant.Expert user of Xero Strong experience in management accounts, reporting, and forecasting Advanced Excel skills Experience improving processes and systems (automation / AI highly desirable).If you're an experienced Financial Accountant with strong Xero expertise and SaaS exposure, I'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. 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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy4yMzQxMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-17T13:11:07Z

Head of FP&A

Bath, Somerset
remote
Permanent
58000 - 62000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are currently partnering with a circa £200 million turnover organisation on the recruitment of a Head of FP&A to join the business on a full time and permanent basis. This is a newly created role due to growth, and our client entering a very exciting phase of their development. Based near Bath, this role will require two days per week in their office. Responsibilities of the Head of FP&A will include but not be limited to:<ul><li>Lead the development of a long-term financial plan, delivering robust scenario modelling, forecasting and strategic insight to support institutional decision making and risk management.</li><li>Own complex income and cost planning with regular re-forecasting across multiple delivery models.</li><li>Provide senior level analysis and clear, impactful commentary on management accounts, translating financial performance and variances into actionable insight for leadership.</li><li>Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models and drive continuous improvement in planning, forecasting, systems and data quality. </li><li>Lead statutory and regulatory submissions, ensuring full compliance, accuracy and alignment with financial statements.</li><li>Line manage and develop a high performing analytical team, act as a senior finance lead within the organisation and influence stakeholders through clear communication and trusted financial advice. </li></ul>Your Profile:<ul><li>Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification.</li><li>Strong proven experience in a similar financial planning, forecasting or analytical leadership role.</li><li>Ability to demonstrate developing financial plans, long term forecasts and scenario modelling, ideally within a complex organisation with multiple income streams. </li><li>Experience of working in the education sector is essential for this role. </li></ul>In return, the successful candidate can expect a salary of between £58-62k plus generous employee benefits. 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/RWxsaWUuQ2x1dHRvbi4xMzUxOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-10T15:51:26Z

Head of Finance

Bath, Somerset
remote
Contract
70000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are exclusively partnering with a leading independent school in the South West to appoint an experienced Head of Finance (maternity cover). <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;">Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Full-time, fixed-term (approx. 12 months from April/May 2026)</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Excellent benefits and supportive working environment</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Good hybrid working pattern available for the right candidate</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Location: Somerset</li></ul> Reporting to the Finance Director and sitting on the Senior Management Team, this is a key leadership role responsible for delivering financial strategy and ensuring long-term sustainability. Key responsibilities will include: <ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Leading financial strategy, planning and analysis to support senior leadership and governors</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and management reporting</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Managing year-end accounts, audit, statutory compliance and VAT</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Leading and developing the finance team</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Driving financial modelling, capital planning and risk management</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Managing stakeholder relationships, including fees, bursaries and external partners</li></ul> Candidate profile: <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;">Ideally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), may consider QBE if suitable experience.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Strong senior-level finance leadership experience in a complex organisation</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Expertise in financial planning, reporting, controls and compliance</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Commercially astute with excellent analytical and communication skills</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Collaborative leader with high levels of discretion and integrity</li></ul> Experience within education or the charity sector is advantageous but not essential. For more information or to apply, please reach out to Ben Williams @ Robert Half in Bristol on 01179 935 400 or apply to this advert.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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjYzNTE5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-03-19T15:16:36Z