<p data-start="0" data-end="142"><strong data-end="142" data-start="0">Finance Accounts Assistant - 12-Month FTC<br data-start="43" data-end="46" />Saffron Walden (2 days per week in the office)<br / data-end="98" data-start="95"> Up to £32,000 | Robert Half Exclusive Role</strong></p><p data-end="507" data-start="144">Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a respected organisation in Saffron Walden to recruit an<strong data-end="281" data-start="251"> Accounts Assistant</strong> on a <strong data-end="319" data-start="287">12-month fixed-term contract</strong>. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid Excel skills (pivot tables & VLOOKUPs essential) who enjoys a varied role across treasury, purchase ledger and financial reporting.</p><h3 data-end="525" data-start="509"><strong data-start="513" data-end="525">The Role</strong></h3><p data-start="526" data-end="770">As Accounts Assistant, you will play a key part in supporting the Assistant Financial Controller and wider Finance Team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and smooth day-to-day operations. Responsibilities include:</p><ul data-start="772" data-end="1645"><li data-start="772" data-end="925"><p data-end="925" data-start="774">Managing <strong data-start="783" data-end="812">daily treasury operations</strong>, including updating banking systems and ensuring authorised payments and inter-account transfers are completed</p></li><li data-end="1035" data-start="926"><p data-end="1035" data-start="928">Performing <strong data-start="939" data-end="969">daily bank reconciliations</strong> and maintaining accurate cash book records (including Imagepay)</p></li><li data-start="1036" data-end="1197"><p data-end="1197" data-start="1038">Providing <strong data-end="1080" data-start="1048">back-office treasury support</strong>: confirming transactions, maintaining Whistlebrook records, preparing daily swap checkers and monitoring templates</p></li><li data-end="1275" data-start="1198"><p data-start="1200" data-end="1275">Producing the <strong data-end="1264" data-start="1214">monthly Back Office Treasury Compliance Report</strong> for ALCO</p></li><li data-start="1276" data-end="1375"><p data-start="1278" data-end="1375"><strong data-start="1278" data-end="1314">Supporting branch administration</strong>, including cheque management and banking stationery orders</p></li><li data-end="1465" data-start="1376"><p data-start="1378" data-end="1465">Administering the <strong data-end="1415" data-start="1396">Purchase Ledger</strong>, resolving queries, and completing payment runs</p></li><li data-start="1466" data-end="1567"><p data-start="1468" data-end="1567">Assisting with <strong data-start="1483" data-end="1516">balance sheet reconciliations</strong>, ensuring accuracy and appropriate documentation</p></li><li data-start="1568" data-end="1645"><p data-end="1645" data-start="1570">Contributing to audit readiness and maintaining strong financial controls</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1647" data-end="1664"><strong data-start="1651" data-end="1664">About You</strong></h3><p data-start="1665" data-end="1698">We're looking for someone who is:</p><ul data-end="2065" data-start="1700"><li data-end="1767" data-start="1700"><p data-end="1767" data-start="1702">Confident using <strong data-end="1727" data-start="1718">Excel</strong>, especially pivot tables and VLOOKUPs</p></li><li data-start="1768" data-end="1828"><p data-end="1828" data-start="1770">Detail-oriented, organised and able to work to deadlines</p></li><li data-end="1932" data-start="1829"><p data-start="1831" data-end="1932">Experienced within finance operations, treasury, bank reconciliation or purchase ledger (desirable)</p></li><li data-start="1933" data-end="2002"><p data-start="1935" data-end="2002">A strong communicator who enjoys supporting multiple stakeholders</p></li><li data-end="2065" data-start="2003"><p data-start="2005" data-end="2065">Able to attend the Saffron Walden office <strong data-start="2049" data-end="2065">twice a week</strong></p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2090" data-start="2067"><strong data-end="2090" data-start="2071">What's on Offer</strong></h3><ul data-end="2343" data-start="2091"><li data-end="2119" data-start="2091"><p data-end="2119" data-start="2093">Salary up to <strong data-start="2106" data-end="2117">£32,000</strong></p></li><li data-start="2120" data-end="2219"><p data-end="2219" data-start="2122"><strong data-end="2138" data-start="2122">12-month FTC</strong> with the opportunity to add valuable treasury and financial control experience</p></li><li data-end="2254" data-start="2220"><p data-start="2222" data-end="2254">Hybrid working (2 days onsite)</p></li><li data-end="2343" data-start="2255"><p data-end="2343" data-start="2257">Supportive, experienced finance team and a role with real breadth and responsibility</p></li></ul><p data-is-last-node="" data-end="2485" data-is-only-node="" data-start="2345">If you're a proactive and detail-focused Finance Accounts Assistant looking for your next challenge, please apply today through Robert Half.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjI3MDcyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.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>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnered with a global business in Cambridge in the recruitment of an Office Manager/PA on a 12 month fixed term contract. This role is to cover the maternity leave of a current member of staff, alongside a brief handover period. </p><p>The role will be based in Central Cambridge near to public transport links with an expectation of being in the office 3 days a week with 2 days a week available working from home in a hybrid setting. This is a salaried role working directly with the business for a determinate period - the salary available is 32-35k per annum. </p><p><strong>Daily Responsibilities </strong></p><p>- Provide PA support to members of the team</p><p>- Attend team meetings</p><p>- Support and work with other PA's across the UK including covering of absences</p><p>- Report office updates to the Finance & Admin teams</p><p>- Arrange meetings and organise diaries - in person and Teams/Zoom calls</p><p>- Booking flights/hotels/trains</p><p>- Meeting and greeting of clients and/or any external guests</p><p>- Ordering office supplies</p><p>- Managing filing systems</p><p>- Maintaining condition of the office and generally acting as the "face" of the organisation</p><p>- New starter inductions</p><p>-Organising of events</p><p>- Various administrative duties as required</p><p> </p><p><strong>Experience required</strong></p><p><strong>-</strong> Previous experience in a PA/office manager type role</p><p>- A strong knowledge of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word and PowerPoint is essential</p><p>- Client-facing experience is considered highly advantageous</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjA0ODQ5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="135" data-end="419"><strong data-start="135" data-end="189">Accounts Assistant - Hybrid, Central Milton Keynes</strong></p><p data-start="135" data-end="419"><br / data-start="189" data-end="192"> Robert Half is recruiting for an <strong data-start="225" data-end="247">Accounts Assistant</strong> to join a <strong data-start="258" data-end="317">leading service provider based in Central Milton Keynes</strong>. This full-time hybrid role involves delivering high-quality finance support across multiple clients.</p><p data-start="421" data-end="768"><strong data-end="438" data-start="421">Role Overview</strong><br data-end="441" data-start="438" /> The Accounts Assistant will handle a variety of accounting duties including purchase invoice processing, payment preparation, reconciliations, and General Ledger posting. You will also assist with month-end tasks such as journals, accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets while following client policies and internal procedures.</p><p data-start="770" data-end="796"><strong data-start="770" data-end="794">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-end="1409" data-start="797"><li data-end="855" data-start="797"><p data-start="799" data-end="855">Process purchase invoices and match to purchase orders</p></li><li data-end="925" data-start="856"><p data-end="925" data-start="858">Prepare client bank payments for senior review and client release</p></li><li data-end="983" data-start="926"><p data-start="928" data-end="983">Assist with bank reconciliations and payment matching</p></li><li data-start="984" data-end="1065"><p data-end="1065" data-start="986">Resolve internal and external queries related to invoices and reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1066" data-end="1111"><p data-start="1068" data-end="1111">Post transactions into the General Ledger</p></li><li data-end="1192" data-start="1112"><p data-end="1192" data-start="1114">Support month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset processes</p></li><li data-end="1268" data-start="1193"><p data-end="1268" data-start="1195">Liaise with clients professionally, providing effective problem-solving</p></li><li data-start="1269" data-end="1326"><p data-start="1271" data-end="1326">Manage workload efficiently across multiple deadlines</p></li><li data-start="1327" data-end="1409"><p data-start="1329" data-end="1409">Train junior team members (e.g., school leavers) in Accounts Payable processes</p></li></ul><p data-start="1411" data-end="1438"><strong data-end="1436" data-start="1411">Skills & Requirements</strong></p><ul data-start="1439" data-end="1774"><li data-end="1503" data-start="1439"><p data-end="1503" data-start="1441">GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, Grade C or above</p></li><li data-start="1504" data-end="1562"><p data-start="1506" data-end="1562">Knowledge of accounts payable and receivable processes</p></li><li data-end="1623" data-start="1563"><p data-start="1565" data-end="1623">Confident and professional phone and email communication</p></li><li data-start="1624" data-end="1680"><p data-start="1626" data-end="1680">Strong organisational skills and attention to detail</p></li><li data-start="1681" data-end="1726"><p data-start="1683" data-end="1726">Competent with MS Excel, Word and Outlook</p></li><li data-start="1727" data-end="1774"><p data-end="1774" data-start="1729">Experience with ERP systems is an advantage</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTQ1OTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Finance Assistant - Entry Level</h1><p>Broxbourne | Full-time | Competitive Salary + Great Benefits</p><p>Are you looking to start your career in finance? Do you have a head for numbers and an eye for detail? Join a dynamic and creative media business in Broxbourne as our new Finance Assistant - where you'll gain hands-on experience and real responsibility from day one.</p><h2>About the Role</h2><p>As a Finance Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting our busy finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to build your skills across a broad range of accounting functions while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</p><p>You'll be involved in:</p><ul><li>Processing invoices, expenses and payments</li><li>Assisting with month-end reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers</li><li>Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities</li><li>Liaising with internal teams and external suppliers</li></ul><p>We'll give you the tools, training and support to develop your career in finance - whether you're a recent graduate, studying AAT, or looking to take your first professional step.</p><h2>About You</h2><p>We're looking for someone who is:</p><ul><li>Keen to learn and grow within a finance or accounting role</li><li>Organised, detail-focused and comfortable with numbers</li><li>A confident communicator who enjoys working as part of a team</li><li>Proficient with Excel and basic accounting systems (training provided)</li></ul><p>Previous finance experience isn't essential - what matters most is your enthusiasm and willingness to learn.</p><h2>Why Join Us?</h2><ul><li>Be part of a creative, fast-moving media company</li><li>Gain exposure to a variety of finance tasks and projects</li><li>Supportive team culture with mentoring and training opportunities</li><li>Hybrid working available after initial training period</li><li>Excellent prospects for progression</li></ul><p>If you're ready to launch your finance career in an exciting industry, we'd love to hear from you!</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/V2lsbGlhbS5Ccmlja2hpbGwuNjMzNjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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 working for a world class institution to recruit for Head of Management Accounts based in Bedfordshire</p><p><strong>Salary between £55-65k</strong></p><p>Generous benefits are:</p><ul><li>Life Cover</li><li>Access to a wide range of discounts</li><li>Recognition awards</li><li>Healthcare cashback plans</li><li>Generous holiday benefits</li><li>Contributory pension schemes - 10%!</li><li>Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.</li><li>Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.</li></ul><p>Reporting to the UK Financial Controller, this is an opportunity to lead the UK's management accounts Function, taking responsibility for 3 staff. The company operates the UK, US, France, Germany Finland trading entities with revenues of c.£40m and c.600 employees.</p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Meeting all weekly, monthly and year-end internal reporting deadlines</li><li>Maintaining, improving and controlling the quality of the management accounts</li><li>Delivering accurate and timely financial reporting</li><li>Responsible for the management and development of the management accounting team (3 direct reports)</li><li>Accountable for the compliance of financial statements with Group Accounting policies, IFRS and relevant tax law</li><li>Preparation of subsidiary accounts for external reporting</li><li>Ongoing Balance Sheet control and review</li><li>Continually improving financial processes, including system improvements. Devising and implementing change across the business to drive efficiency</li><li>To provide ad-hoc business finance partnering to operations and group.</li><li>Supporting annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting process</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent with the key skills</li></ul><p><strong>Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Team management</li></ul><p><strong>Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Strong technical accounting background</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li><li>Management and leadership skills</li><li>Solid communication and presentation skills</li><li>Excellent relationship building skills</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMzI1NTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">