<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is excited to be working exclusively and on a retained basis with AFL Telecommunications in Milton Keynes to assist with the recruitment of a Senior Financial Accountant during an exciting period of growth, change and development for the business.</p><p>AFL provides industry-leading solutions, products and services to the energy, service provider, enterprise and industrial markets as well as a number of emerging markets.</p><p>We manufacture, engineer and install fibre optic products and associated equipment. This includes:</p><ul><li>Fibre optic cables</li><li>Fibre optic Connectivity</li><li>Fusion Splicers</li><li>Test and Inspection Equipment</li></ul><p>Whether you need to build or upgrade a network or apply the latest fibre optic technology, AFL connects you with the solutions that fit your every need.</p><p><strong>Vision and Values</strong></p><p>AFL's mission is to connect our customers around the world with innovative technologies, exceptional products and high quality services. </p><p>Our vision is to positively impact communities by delivering superior solutions. </p><p>Our core values are shared among all AFL associates. These values drive our culture and priorities and provide a framework in which decisions are made.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Senior Financial Accountant you will be based in Milton Keynes and provide support to the UK based business and branches in Ireland, Norway and South Africa with an emphasis on exceptional customer experience, process excellence, continuous improvement and innovation and best practice compliance at the core of what we do. As the parent company is based in the United States, this role is responsible for ensuring compliance with US GAAP accounting principles and the local statutory requirements where the entity operates.</p><p> Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Manage VAT submissions by gathering required information, preparing returns, and liaising with external advisors as needed.</li><li>Report UK Tax - Corporation Tax, R&D, Patent Box, P11ds, PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA's).</li><li>Report tax related ad hoc statutory financial statements for AFL and Fujikura.</li><li>Corporate tax management including compiling all relevant information for 3rd party preparation of annual corporate tax return related to AFL UK and review of completed returns for accuracy prior to submission with final approval authority.</li><li>Ensure all claims and elections are submitted to minimize tax liabilities.</li><li>Arrange payments to HMRC and between group companies.</li><li>Tax planning </li><li>Support the Corporate Tax team based in the US in the completion of all tax returns, support for governmental audits, and support implementation of processes, whether systemic or otherwise, to ensure both the Company and customers are properly taxed.</li><li>Assist with monthly closing activities including journal entries, accruals, support reporting, and analysis activities.</li><li>Assist with preparation of monthly balance sheet, P&L, and supporting schedules.</li><li>Maintain a monthly accounting calendar, ensuring deadlines for reconciliations, journals and reporting are met.</li><li>Perform monthly reconciliation or reviews of all assigned accounts.</li><li>Assist with tracking Products business unit capital projects to ensure timely and accurate capitalization of assets.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting policies, standards, and internal controls.</li><li>Build proactive and collaborative relationships globally with internal customers and cultivate a culture of teamwork.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p> You will be a Qualified Accountant with Strong UK Accounting skills from industry or making your second move from Practice looking for a role to create and lead a continuous improvement and innovation culture. You will be looking for a new challenging opportunity within a business that has seen unprecedented growth and development in recent years. Previous experience of Oracle would be of additional benefit as would exposure to a manufacturing environment. Must be self-motivated, able to act on own initiative and be able to communicate at all levels.. This is an excellent role where development will be available as the business changes and develops.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>The role of Senior Financial Accountant for AFL Telecommunications in Milton Keynes is offering a salary of £50-70K+ Benefits and will be working in the office on a full time basis initially with a view to hybrid in Milton Keynes. This is an exciting and strong development opportunity for someone to push their career forwards in a role within a well respected business with continued growth plans</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTAyOTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Management Accountant | Global Logistics Business | Chelmsford (Hybrid) | £60,000</strong></p><p> </p><p>⚠️ Due to business needs, only candidates who are immediately available can be considered for this position.</p><p><br /> Robert Half are partnering with a growing international logistics business to appoint a permanent Senior Management Accountant. Following a period of international expansion, the business is investing in strengthening its finance function and is seeking a fully qualified accountant to take ownership of core reporting, analysis, and financial processes. This is a hands-on, varied role with responsibility across multiple entities and exposure to senior leadership.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Global Financial Controller, you will be a key member of the finance team, providing insight and support across multiple entities and currencies. You will own critical financial processes, provide actionable analysis, and contribute directly to business decision-making.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Managing VAT and Duty reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations accurately and on time.</li><li>Month-end and year-end close, including statutory accounts preparation and audit support.</li><li>Oversight of fixed assets, including schedules, disposals, and depreciation postings.</li><li>IFRS16 accounting and related reporting.</li><li>Producing departmental and P&L analysis to support strategic decisions.</li><li>Supervising the Assistant Management Accountant and ensuring high-quality deliverables.</li><li>Ad hoc month-end journals and reporting as required.</li><li>Assisting with statutory accounts and tax pack completion for multiple group companies.</li><li>Contributing to ad hoc financial projects with cross-functional impact.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>Candidate Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Extensive management accounting experience with full P&L ownership.</li><li>Prior exposure to a contract-related business and revenue recognition experience is desirable but not essential.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and the ability to manage complex data.</li><li>Strong communicator, able to liaise effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><ul><li>Responsibility for key financial processes in an international logistics business.</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence business decisions.</li><li>Profit share scheme, pension, life assurance, health cash plan, and mental health support.</li><li>Hybrid working with flexibility and autonomy in how you deliver impact.</li></ul><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p>You will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and driving business decisions. You'll manage complex, multi-entity reporting, influence senior leadership, and take full ownership of critical financial processes. This is a hands-on, high-responsibility position that provides exposure to international operations, strategic projects, and career progression opportunities.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNTkzMTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a local manufacturing business to recruit a Finance Manager / Group Reporting Manager to support the Group Finance Director and oversee the finance operations for their group entities. This is a key role within a growing group, offering genuine impact, autonomy and visibility across the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the finance function for the legal entities and the group.</li><li>Lead and review month-end processes and prepare monthly reporting packs</li><li>Produce consolidated financial reporting.</li><li>Provide commentary, performance analysis and insight across the Group</li><li>Monitor and forecast Group cashflow</li><li>Review working capital movements and drive improvements</li><li>Coordinate annual budgets and half-year forecasting cycles</li><li>Act as the main contact for the year-end audit, preparing analysis and key deliverables</li><li>Support insurance renewals with financial analysis and data</li><li>Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed and reviewed</li><li>Support, train and cover team members as needed</li><li>Lead and contribute to process improvements (e.g. expense system rollout, BACs improvements, invoicing automation)<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Sound technical accounting knowledge, including consolidations and multi-currency</li><li>Highly organised, able to manage multiple deadlines under pressure</li><li>Experience training, supporting and developing finance team members</li><li>Strong attention to detail with a commercial mindset</li><li>Proficient Excel user<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><strong>Experience & Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience producing consolidated management reports</li><li>Strong understanding of internal controls</li><li>Experience in driving change, improving processes and coaching others</li><li>Fully qualified accountant - ideally ACCA or ACA </li></ul><p><strong>Salary and Benefits:</strong></p><p>The role if Finance Manager is offered with a salary of up to £65,000. This role will be based fully on site.</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjg0MjE1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Multi Entity Service Business with offices in Milton Keynes</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support the Finance Director and Commercial Directors with advanced insight, robust controls and performance reporting for the UK business. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Team Management and mentoring</li><li>Lead in Financial Strategy and Compliance for business units</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting cycles, presenting insights and variance analysis to senior leadership.<br /> Partner with the board and CFO to shape financial strategy and guide key business decisions.</li><li>Establishing internal controls and unified reporting standards for potential acquisitions</li><li>Lead international audits and ensure compliance with VAT/Sales Tax regulations across multiple regions.</li><li>Monthly management accounts, budgets and variance analysis for business units</li><li>Manage statutory audits</li><li>Lead the preparation of Group Consolidated statutory accounts</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be at Audit Manager level in Practice or be looking for your second move Post Practice within a high performing and fast paced organisation. The opportunity to be developed is highly likely and the role will change as time progresses. You will have a high level of interpersonal effectiveness with the ability to complete both statutory and management accounts.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is based 5 days a week in the office in Milton Keynes with hybrid available in time. The role is paying a salary of £55-70K + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDUzNjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of Finance on behalf of a specialist service business with offices on the edge of Bedford and Ampthill.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Head of Finance you will lead the UK Finance Operations and partner with he UK head and International Parent to drive financial accuracy, aid in strategic decision making and manage key internal and external stakeholders. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Business Partnering & Strategic Support.</li><li>Provide financial insights and analysis to support business decisions and growth initiatives.</li><li>Defining and implementing change in processes across the business to drive efficiency.</li></ul><ul><li>Support the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes with a focus on precision and relevance.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning and performance tracking.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results and forecasts.</li></ul><ul><li>Oversee all UK accounting operations, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and drive process improvements.</li><li>Ongoing Balance Sheet control and review.</li><li> In charge of consolidated accounts for entities and statutory accounts for UK entities.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including group finance, operations, and HR.</li><li>Represent UK finance in global forums and contribute to group-wide initiatives.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant and have a strong combination of technical accounting and commercial acumen, leadership qualities and the ability to work at a Board Level to provide insight and updates. Role of Head of Finance is critical to the ongoing development and change for the UK business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Head of Finance is working on a 5 day a week basis from the office with some flex based near Bedford and Ampthill and offering a salary of £70-90K + Excellent benefits.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTMzNzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3 data-start="230" data-end="307"><strong data-end="305" data-start="234">Senior People Business Partner - Hybrid (2 days per week in office)</strong></h3><p data-end="414" data-start="308"><strong data-start="308" data-end="335">Salary: £60,000-£63,000</strong><br / data-start="335" data-end="338"> <strong data-end="365" data-start="338">Location: Milton Keynes</strong><br data-start="365" / data-end="368"> <strong data-start="368" data-end="414">Recruiting exclusively through Robert Half</strong></p><p data-start="416" data-end="840">A strategic Senior People Business Partner role, partnering closely with senior leaders to shape and drive people-focused initiatives across the organisation. You will play a key role in workforce planning, organisational design, talent development, culture change and leadership capability. This is a high-impact position ideal for an experienced HR Business Partner looking to step into a more strategic, influential role.</p><h3 data-start="842" data-end="870"><strong data-end="870" data-start="846">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-end="1343" data-start="923"><li data-end="1080" data-start="923"><p data-start="925" data-end="1080">Build trusted relationships with senior leaders and act as a strategic advisor on workforce planning, organisation design, and people-related challenges.</p></li><li data-start="923" data-end="1080"><p data-start="925" data-end="1080">Align People strategies with business goals, ensuring HR initiatives deliver measurable value.</p></li><li data-start="1180" data-end="1279"><p data-start="1182" data-end="1279">Support leaders in navigating organisational change, restructures, and cultural transformation.</p></li><li data-end="1343" data-start="1280"><p data-end="1343" data-start="1282">Act as Deputy to the Head of People Experience when required.</p></li></ul><ul data-end="1675" data-start="1391"><li data-start="1391" data-end="1499"><p data-start="1393" data-end="1499">Coach and mentor People team members, helping build capability and fostering a high-performance culture.</p></li><li data-start="1500" data-end="1594"><p data-end="1594" data-start="1502">Assist with onboarding of new team members and support leadership development initiatives.</p></li><li data-start="1595" data-end="1675"><p data-end="1675" data-start="1597">Promote a coaching, feedback-driven culture across the People Experience team.</p></li></ul><ul data-start="1726" data-end="2128"><li data-end="1831" data-start="1726"><p data-start="1728" data-end="1831">Use workforce analytics to identify trends, inform strategic decisions, and measure HR effectiveness.</p></li><li data-start="1832" data-end="1955"><p data-start="1834" data-end="1955">Drive continuous improvement across People processes to ensure high-quality, compliant, and efficient service delivery.</p></li><li data-end="2037" data-start="1956"><p data-start="1958" data-end="2037">Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and L&D teams on integrated HR solutions.</p></li><li data-start="2038" data-end="2128"><p data-end="2128" data-start="2040">Lead Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and support employee community groups.</p></li></ul><br><br>Transformation & Organisational Change<br><br><ul data-start="2178" data-end="2529"><li data-start="2178" data-end="2272"><p data-end="2272" data-start="2180">Develop and deliver change management strategies to support organisational transformation.</p></li><li data-end="2354" data-start="2273"><p data-start="2275" data-end="2354">Lead succession planning, capability mapping, and analysis of critical roles.</p></li><li data-end="2439" data-start="2355"><p data-end="2439" data-start="2357">Support organisational structure reviews, job design, and workforce forecasting.</p></li><li data-start="2440" data-end="2529"><p data-start="2442" data-end="2529">Ensure restructures and people changes are legally compliant and effectively delivered.</p></li></ul><br><br>Collaboration & Relationship Management<br><br><ul data-end="2844" data-start="2580"><li data-start="2580" data-end="2676"><p data-start="2582" data-end="2676">Partner with cross-functional teams including Operations, Finance, Commercial and Technical.</p></li><li data-end="2767" data-start="2677"><p data-start="2679" data-end="2767">Provide guidance on performance, career development, absence, and employee engagement.</p></li><li data-start="2768" data-end="2844"><p data-start="2770" data-end="2844">Represent the People team in senior meetings and collaborative projects.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2863" data-start="2846"><strong data-start="2850" data-end="2863">About You</strong></h3><ul data-end="3360" data-start="2864"><li data-end="2908" data-start="2864"><p data-start="2866" data-end="2908">CIPD Level 7 (or equivalent experience).</p></li><li data-end="2981" data-start="2909"><p data-end="2981" data-start="2911">Significant experience in a HR Business Partner or Senior HRBP role.</p></li><li data-end="3083" data-start="2982"><p data-end="3083" data-start="2984">Strong background in organisational change, culture transformation and strategic people planning.</p></li><li data-end="3158" data-start="3084"><p data-end="3158" data-start="3086">Commercially minded with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.</p></li><li data-start="3159" data-end="3220"><p data-end="3220" data-start="3161">Highly analytical, with strong HRIS and Excel capability.</p></li><li data-end="3274" data-start="3221"><p data-start="3223" data-end="3274">Skilled coach, mentor and confident communicator.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNjg0NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This is an exponentially growing environment trade and services business based in North London (N18). Through modern processes, they reuse, recycle, and acquire energy from waste, helping reduce emissions. They are continuously acquiring new businesses and expanding operations across the UK.</p><p>Due to this growth, they are now looking to hire a Management Accountant to join their high-performing finance team. <strong>This role will be based full-time in the office.</strong></p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The Management Accountant for this growing environment trade and services business based in North London, will work closely with the Financial Controller in supporting financial reporting. They will also take ownership of the fixed asset register and responsible for other duties including:</p><ul><li>Assisting in preparing monthly management accounts including accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Performing variance analysis and contributing to the commentary around financials.</li><li>Assist in preparing financial summaries to support decision making by senior leadership.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register accurately.</li><li>Preparing monthly depreciation schedules and ensure accurate reporting.</li><li>Track and report on CapEx projects.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing.</li><li>Assist in regularly enhancing financial systems and various processes.</li><li>Provide ad hoc analysis and support across the wider business.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Management Accountant position, should have the following attributes:</p><ul><li>Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a finance capacity, producing management account packs.</li><li>Experience with fixed asset register, as well as balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Can be a part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Confident with Excel</li><li>Experience with Access Financials would be advantageous</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£40,000 to £50,000 plus benefits including:</p><ul><li>Study support</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holiday</li><li>Career development plans</li><li>EV Car scheme & more!</li><li><strong>Full-time in office</strong></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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjEwNTUzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Project Accountant on behalf of a Specialist Manufacturing business with offices in Bedford.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Project Accountant Capital Accountant you support all project reporting and forecasting for the business working closely with Project Teams to produce increased WIP reporting and forecasts for presentation to the senior management team and external customers. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Produce Flash Orders, revenue and margin reports</li><li>Contract accounting Revenue recognition IFRS15, margin reporting</li><li>Calculate monthly provision analysis</li><li>Producing a monthly cost of sales forecast</li><li>Produce a contract profitability analysis detailing revenue and margin by contract.</li><li>Produce supporting monthly balance sheet reconciliations for contract Asset and liability balances and provisions.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and 5 year planning</li><li>Attend monthly contract status review meetings</li><li>Attend project profitability meetings, supporting Project managers.</li><li>Attend some bid meetings</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with previous experience within Project Accounting in a fast paced complex business with experience of working with project managers and with excellent excel and spreadsheet modelling skills. You will have the ability to work across finance and non-finance teams, senior stakeholder groups and wider contacts. This is an excellent opportunity within a changing and developing business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Project Accountant is based in the office 3 days a week in Bedford 2 from home and offering a salary up to 60K + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTU4ODYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a rapidly growing, next-generation start-up based in Cambridge, as they look to hire an <strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong> to join their expanding finance team.</p><p>This is a newly created role due to growth, reporting directly into the Financial Controller, and will play a key part in strengthening their financial foundations as they scale their R&D, manufacturing, and operational capabilities.</p><p>If you're looking for a role that offers true variety, exposure across the business, and the opportunity to develop your management accounting skills in a complex, high-growth environment - this provides exactly that.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Month-End & Management Accounts</strong></p><ul><li>Support preparation of monthly management accounts to review stage.</li><li>Prepare accruals, prepayments and journals with clear audit trails.</li><li>Reconcile key balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and control.</li><li>Assist with monthly reporting packs and variance analysis across scientific and operational departments.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Controls & Processes</strong></p><ul><li>Contribute to an efficient month-end close timetable.</li><li>Process monthly payroll to review stage for UK employees.</li><li>Complete bank reconciliations, purchasing card reconciliations and project spend analysis.</li><li>Support cashflow forecasting by maintaining robust cash schedules.</li></ul><p><strong>Project & Operational Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with project-level budget tracking across R&D and operational teams.</li><li>Partner with scientific and non-financial stakeholders to improve cost visibility and strengthen financial understanding.</li><li>Ensure accuracy of financial information relating to grants and external reporting requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & Other Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Support VAT returns, payroll reconciliations and external audit requests.</li><li>Assist with process improvements, system developments and automation initiatives.</li><li>Handle ad hoc finance tasks as required within a fast-moving environment.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Skills & Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Actively studying ACCA / CIMA / ACA.</li><li>Strong grounding in accounting principles and exposure to month-end processes.</li><li>Confident user of Excel (lookups, PivotTables, data analysis).</li><li>Comfortable working with both scientific and non-financial teams.</li><li>High attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a proactive mindset.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>Desirable Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience within biotech, pharma, life sciences or other regulated industries.</li><li>Understanding of project accounting, CAPEX, or R&D cost categories.</li><li>Exposure to process improvements, finance system rollouts or automation.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>The role of Assistant Management Accountant is offered with a competitive salary (dependent on experience) plus a strong benefits package. This company operates a <strong>hybrid model</strong>, with around <strong>two days a week in their Cambridge office</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjU0NTYyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half are pleased to be working with a long-established, forward-moving organisation based in Wisbech, North Cambridgeshire, to recruit a Senior Finance Manager.</strong></p><p> </p><p>This position is a central leadership role within the finance team and offers a clear pathway towards Finance Director level as the business continues to grow and modernise its operations.</p><p> </p><p>The successful applicant will be instrumental in enhancing financial processes, refining reporting systems, and helping the organisation strengthen its financial insight and efficiency. A standout benefit of this position is a 4-day working week (Monday-Thursday) while receiving a full-time salary.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Main Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accurate consolidation of international entities and insightful variance analysis</li><li>Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, oversee balance sheet reconciliations, and supervise all sales and purchase invoicing activity</li><li>Line-manage, support, and develop a team of five finance professionals</li><li>Take charge of VAT submissions, statutory filings, and all required returns to government bodies</li><li>Serve as the key liaison for external auditors</li><li>Monitor daily cashflow and prepare forward-looking cash forecasts</li><li>Manage loan stock drawdowns and stay on top of all funding positions</li><li>Review stock movement data and payment activity across different stock categories</li><li>Produce meaningful expenditure analysis and commentary to assist leadership decision-making</li><li>Ensure all funding covenants and reporting commitments are consistently met</li><li>Oversee payroll for all staff</li><li>Build and maintain strong supplier and customer relationships, including occasional overseas travel when necessary</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)</li><li>Experienced in leading and developing a finance team</li><li>Strong grounding in technical accounting and an analytical mindset</li><li>Confident communicator with excellent presentation skills</li><li>Comfortable working within a dynamic environment and managing competing priorities</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjI5MTQ2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h2 data-start="349" data-end="401"><strong data-start="352" data-end="399">Interim Financial Controller (Outside IR35)</strong></h2><p data-end="538" data-start="402"><strong data-start="402" data-end="482">£500-£600 per day | Bishops Stortford | Immediate Start | 3-6 Month Contract</strong><br data-start="482" / data-end="485"><br /></p><p data-end="1037" data-start="540">Robert Half are partnering with a well-established automotive group in Bishops Stortford to appoint an accomplished Interim Financial Controller. Our client is one of the UK's most respected names in high-end vehicle repair and restoration, working closely with leading global automotive brands. As they continue to expand and integrate operations across the group, they require an experienced interim to provide stability, leadership, and improved financial discipline during this critical phase.</p><p data-start="1039" data-end="1164">This assignment sits <strong data-start="1060" data-end="1076">outside IR35</strong> and requires someone who can operate confidently in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.</p><h3 data-end="1182" data-start="1166"> </h3><h3 data-end="1587" data-start="1559"><strong data-end="1587" data-start="1563">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><p data-start="1588" data-end="1621"><strong data-start="1588" data-end="1621">Financial Reporting & Control</strong></p><ul data-end="2139" data-start="1622"><li data-start="1622" data-end="1707"><p data-start="1624" data-end="1707">Lead the monthly reporting cycle and ensure accurate, timely management accounts.</p></li><li data-end="1779" data-start="1708"><p data-end="1779" data-start="1710">Drive the shift from cash-based reporting to a full accruals basis.</p></li><li data-end="1902" data-start="1780"><p data-start="1782" data-end="1902">Oversee balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations, journals, intercompany activity, and supporting schedules.</p></li><li data-end="2001" data-start="1903"><p data-start="1905" data-end="2001">Enhance internal controls, reporting timetables, and accounting processes across the business.</p></li><li data-end="2063" data-start="2002"><p data-start="2004" data-end="2063">Ensure adherence to UK GAAP and group financial policies.</p></li><li data-start="2064" data-end="2139"><p data-start="2066" data-end="2139">Prepare reporting outputs for group leadership and investor stakeholders.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2174" data-start="2141"><strong data-end="2174" data-start="2141">Business Partnering & Insight</strong></p><ul data-start="2175" data-end="2440"><li data-start="2175" data-end="2301"><p data-end="2301" data-start="2177">Collaborate directly with the Managing Director to interpret financial performance and support commercial decision-making.</p></li><li data-start="2302" data-end="2386"><p data-start="2304" data-end="2386">Provide clear analysis on revenue mix, margin development, and cost base trends.</p></li><li data-end="2440" data-start="2387"><p data-end="2440" data-start="2389">Contribute to the budgeting and forecasting cycles.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2468" data-start="2442"><strong data-start="2442" data-end="2468">Cash & Working Capital</strong></p><ul data-start="2469" data-end="2664"><li data-end="2552" data-start="2469"><p data-start="2471" data-end="2552">Produce short-term cash flow forecasts and oversee daily/weekly cash reporting.</p></li><li data-end="2664" data-start="2553"><p data-end="2664" data-start="2555">Monitor working capital performance, including debtor management, supplier payment cycles, and stock control.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2666" data-end="2699"><strong data-start="2666" data-end="2699">Systems & Process Improvement</strong></p><ul data-start="2700" data-end="2843"><li data-start="2700" data-end="2758"><p data-end="2758" data-start="2702">Standardise financial processes across multiple sites.</p></li><li data-start="2759" data-end="2843"><p data-start="2761" data-end="2843">Support integration activities as the business aligns with wider group frameworks.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2881" data-start="2845"><strong data-end="2881" data-start="2845">Leadership & Operational Support</strong></p><ul data-start="2882" data-end="3112"><li data-start="2882" data-end="2946"><p data-start="2884" data-end="2946">Provide guidance and management to the on-site finance team.</p></li><li data-end="3011" data-start="2947"><p data-end="3011" data-start="2949">Offer continuity and structure during organisational change.</p></li><li data-end="3112" data-start="3012"><p data-start="3014" data-end="3112">Assist the CFO/FD/FP&A team with ad hoc reporting, board packs, and investor information requests.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="3114" data-end="3131"><strong data-end="3131" data-start="3118">About You</strong></h3><ul data-start="3132" data-end="3622"><li data-end="3207" data-start="3132"><p data-start="3134" data-end="3207">A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical grounding.</p></li><li data-start="3208" data-end="3330"><p data-end="3330" data-start="3210">Proven experience in Financial Controller or senior finance leadership roles within an SME or mid-market organisation.</p></li><li data-start="3331" data-end="3422"><p data-start="3333" data-end="3422">Background in automotive, manufacturing, or operationally intensive sectors beneficial.</p></li><li data-start="3423" data-end="3527"><p data-end="3527" data-start="3425">Comfortable joining a fast-moving, private-equity-backed environment where rapid impact is expected.</p></li><li data-end="3622" data-start="3528"><p data-start="3530" data-end="3622">Hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of quickly identifying and implementing improvements.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjQxMzkxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This is an exponentially growing environment trade and services business based in North London. Through modern processes, they reuse, recycle, and acquire energy from waste, helping reduce emissions. They are continuously acquiring new businesses and expanding operations across the UK.</p><p>Due to this growth, they are now looking to hire a qualified Finance Business Partner to join their high-performing finance team.</p><p><strong>This role will be based full-time in the office.</strong></p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The Finance Business Partner for this growing environment trade and services business based in North London, will work closely with the Head of Finance providing a strategic financial insight and guidance to drive business performance and growth. They will also take ownership of varied duties including:</p><ul><li>Collaborate with business leaders to develop financial and operational strategies aligned with organisational goals.</li><li>Provide insightful financial analysis to support decision-making.</li><li>Challenge and influence business decisions through data-driven insights.</li><li>Partner with non-finance stakeholders to enhance financial understanding and accountability.</li><li>Prepare and present monthly management reports and dashboards.</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost savings, and process optimisation.</li><li>Monitor KPIs and recommend actions for improvement.</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Finance Business Partner position, should have the following attributes:</p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA or CIMA) with experience in a commercial finance capacity.</li><li>Strong evidence of business partnering and managing stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Ownership of budgeting and forecasting procedures.</li><li>Experience in a similar industry would be advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£60,000 to £65,000 plus benefits:</p><ul><li><strong>Full-time in office</strong></li><li>Pension scheme plan</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holiday</li><li>Career development plans</li><li>EV Car scheme & more!</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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjM1MjkyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are partnered with a group business based near Ely in the recruitment of a Management Accountant on a permanent basis. This role would be ideally suited to part-qualified candidates looking for support in obtaining their CIMA/ACCA in the next couple of years. The role is based on a hybrid basis near Ely with the option to work from home for 2 days per week. Salary for this role is budgeted at 50,000 - 55,000 per annum.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>-Responsible for full montly management accounts within your division of the group</p><p>-Prepayments and accruals alongside posting of journals</p><p>-Stock reporting including valuation and turnover/aging</p><p>-Coordinate statutory and internal audits, ensuring full compliance, reconciliations, asset verification and supporting documentation.</p><p>-Partner with regional finance/shared services on VAT and tax compliance, payroll accounting, intercompany balances and banking activities.</p><p>-Manage fixed assets and capital expenditure processes, including approvals, tracking, reporting and asset lifecycle controls.</p><p>-Maintain financial master data and support ERP processes to ensure data integrity across the site.</p><p>-Lead budget, forecast and cost projection cycles, providing timely financial analysis to support strategic decisions.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Experience required</strong></p><p>-Management Accounts experience tierh supporting or full ownership</p><p>-Candidates with experience in a manufacturing or similar sector are considered at an advantage </p><p>-CIMA or ACCA part-qualification </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjAyNTE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a Aerospace organisation to recruit a 3rd Line Engineer on an initial 6 month contract basis. Bedford Based </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>The 3rd Line Engineeer will be responsible for the administration and 3rd line support of Networks</li><li>Administration and 3rd line support of Servers</li><li>Investigating and addressing technology risks and issues on the network</li><li>Maintaining and upgrading systems to remain in compliance against policy</li><li>Support of backend applications</li><li>Server and communication room remediation including cabling, UPS device installation/configuration.</li><li>Patching and logging data cabling</li><li style="display: inline !important;">Current state analysis of the IT Systems</li><li>Designing, Documenting, Implementation and manage improvements, such as network segmentation, sever builds, MFA, VPN improvements, additional network security</li><li>Maintaining data backup and restore. Designing, implementing, managing a solution to mitigate ransomware attacks.</li><li>Ensuring all patches are implemented in line with policy (Cyber Essentials)</li><li>Monitoring of firewalls server applications</li><li>Administration of Windows Servers & Linux Servers</li><li>Supporting service deployment activities by providing systems support, and participating in the design and development of new IT/OT services.</li><li>Designing and performing tests for the functionality, performance and manageability of IT services to support service transition activities.</li><li>Ensuring IT process and procedures are applied.</li><li>Ensuring that all system and operating documentation and knowledge is up to date and properly utilised.</li><li>Comply with the Health and Safety procedures and standards.</li><li>Carry out any other duties which may be required in order to facilitate the efficient and effective running of the department as requested by the IT Manager or Head of Digital & Technology.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The 3rd Line Engineer will have solid experience with Windows server experience (designing, configuring, managing)</li><li>Linux server experience (designing, configuring, managing)</li><li>VMware experience (designing, configuring, managing)</li><li>Networking experience (Switches, Firewalls, VPN's as minimum, ideally Cisco, Palo Alto and Barracuda devices)</li><li>Experience and knowledge of Secure by Design, Zero Trust, Cyber Essentials</li><li>Relevant certification in network and / or server management such as MCSE, CCNA, VMware certification, etc</li><li>SC security clearance</li><li>Experience in using IT Service Management tooling such as Managed Engine, ServiceNow, or similar.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading Aerospace organisation</li><li>Offices in Bedford </li><li>6 month initial contract </li><li>SC Clearance needed </li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjIwMzM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading AI-driven data platform organisation to recruit a Data Platform Engineer paying c£125 - £150k per annum. Remote working (UK based).</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>The Data Platform Engineer will be an expert level engineer within Snowflake for data engineering and security/governance features</li><li>Build & maintain GenAI Platform solutions focused on security and governance for engineering delivery</li><li>Build & maintain python & SQL based platform automation process</li><li>Build & maintain DataOps process for SDLC delivery</li><li>Build & maintain data quality metrics & observability to help drive data quality standards</li><li>Build & maintain administration systems and applications for monitoring, alerting, data observability, access management, platform metrics, and end user transparency</li><li>Assist Data Engineering with building python & SQL data replication & data pipelines on large & often complex data sets</li><li>Design data models for both short term and long term use cases to support data warehouse scalability</li><li>Identify opportunities for improvements & optimisation for greater scalability & delivery velocity</li><li>Collaborate with engineers within GenAI Engineering & Analytics Engineering to build scalable solutions within the Data Platform</li><li>Perform root cause analysis on often complex errors to help ensure data pipeline availability</li><li>Help drive technical & architectural decisions on the data platform including decisions on data architecture, data engineering processes, data quality frameworks, data access security & governance frameworks, DataOps processes & data consumption models.</li><li>Help test new features and partner tools to both provide feedback internally as well as determine value towards internal analytics & data platform integration</li><li>Work closely with key stakeholders across the organisation including Infra, embedded analytics teams, Product and Engineering to help foster both technical implementations & requirements gathering</li><li>Proactively drive innovation internally with dedicated innovation time & projects that aim to be transformational for either the platform, team or company as a whole.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The Data Platform Engineer will have experience & a strong understanding of GenAI development, security & governance concepts a must</li><li>5+ years of relevant experience in Data Engineering / Data Platform Engineering /Data Architecture</li><li>Expert level SQL & Python is a must.</li><li>Experience in DSS is a strong plus.</li><li>Prior experience with Snowflake required</li><li>Prior experience with DevOps technologies such as Github Actions, Azure DevOps or Jenkins</li><li>Strong understanding of data architecture & data modelling concepts</li><li>Prior experience building and maintaining replication & data pipelines in a cloud data warehouse or data lake environment confidential</li><li>Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills - exhibit confidence to ask questions to bring clarity, share ideas and challenge the norm.</li><li></li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading AI-driven data platform</li><li>Remote working - UK based </li><li>Offices in London</li><li>£125k - £150k per annum</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjc5MjA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
