137 results for Group Finance Director in Northampton, Northamptonshire

Financial Controller

Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half have partnered with Great Tew Estate to recruit their new Financial Controller.This is a truly unique opportunity to join one of Oxfordshire's most distinctive and diversified private estate businesses offering a rare blend of property investment, natural resources, rural enterprise and long-term stewardship, all under private ownership.This is not a typical Financial Controller role. It offers exposure to a multi-entity, asset-rich group spanning quarrying, property investment, grain processing and construction, with genuine breadth, autonomy and strategic influence.Reporting directly into the Finance Director, you will support an experienced finance team in a highly visible number two role, freeing up the FD to focus on strategic development across the estate.Location: Onsite, just outside the beautiful Cotswold village of Great Tew, near Chipping Norton Salary: £70,000 - £80,000The RoleAs Financial Controller, you will take ownership of financial reporting across a complex group structure comprising 19 entities (18 Ltd companies and 1 LLP).This is a technically strong, hands-on role combining statutory reporting, management oversight and strategic input.Key ResponsibilitiesStatutory & Technical Reporting<ul><li>Drafting statutory accounts for 19 entities and managing the full compliance cycle</li><li>Coordinating with external tax advisors</li><li>Managing land acquisitions/disposals and investment property accounting</li><li>Overseeing reporting currently prepared in CaseWare (with scope for system evolution)</li></ul>Management Reporting & Team Leadership<ul><li>Reviewing monthly management accounts</li><li>Supporting quarterly external reporting requirements</li><li>Managing a team of two Senior Management Accountants and one Junior Management Accountant</li><li>Coordinating VAT processes including partial exemption and technical returns</li></ul>Cashflow & Strategic Support<ul><li>Managing and overseeing master cashflow across 23 entities</li><li>Working closely with the FD in a dynamic, owner-led environment</li><li>Providing input on new projects, disposals and corporate structuring</li><li>Ensuring smooth delivery of financial information across a diversified group</li></ul> Why This Opportunity Is Unique<ul><li>Exposure to a highly diversified private group structure</li><li>Broad remit spanning compliance, reporting and strategy</li><li>Significant autonomy and visibility</li><li>Stable team and long-standing finance leadership</li><li>A rare chance to work within a prestigious Cotswold estate setting</li><li>Long-term opportunity in a private, asset-backed organisation</li></ul> Your ProfileWe are seeking an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with:<ul><li>Strong statutory accounts experience (multi-entity exposure advantageous)</li><li>A background in practice or complex owner-managed groups</li><li>Experience within property, land-heavy, construction, or asset-intensive businesses desirable</li><li>Confidence overseeing management accounts and leading a small team</li><li>Strong technical capability including VAT and group structures</li><li>The ability to operate in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment</li></ul>This role would suit an individual looking for genuine breadth, autonomy and exposure to strategic decision-making within a long-established private estate. 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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS4xNjgyNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-02-13T16:55:18Z

Payroll & Finance Officer

Oxford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
37000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are proud to have exclusively partnered with Summer Fields School to recruit a Payroll & Finance Officer. This newly created role combines payroll management with finance support, offering a unique opportunity to join one of the country's leading prep schools with a reputation spanning over 160 years.Job Title: Payroll & Finance OfficerLocation: Summertown, North Oxford (mainly on-site)Salary: £37,000 - £40,000 depending on experienceFull-time | Small collaborative team | Beautiful 70-acre campusSummer Fields is a full-boarding and day school for approximately 300 boys aged 4-13. The school offers excellent teaching, traditional values and exceptional pastoral care, with outstanding exam results achieved by leavers who regularly win scholarships to top public schools in the country.This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit Bursary team in a friendly, community-focused environment where staff wellbeing is a priority. Many staff have been at the school for years, testament to the positive working culture. The RoleThis is a key role responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of payroll, while also supporting the Finance Manager with all aspects of finance, delivering efficient partnering and support to the school community.<ul><li>Oversee the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and full statutory compliance.</li><li>Work collaboratively with HR to process information on starters, leavers, salary changes and statutory payments.</li><li>Manage the collection and verification of timesheet data for staff on variable hours, ensuring accurate salary calculations.</li><li>Process monthly payments, produce variance reports, complete HMRC submissions and maintain robust payroll governance.</li><li>Liaise with the current payroll system provider and potentially support the selection and implementation of a new system.</li><li>Support the Finance Manager with Accounts Payable and Receivable, including invoice processing, supplier payments and ensuring smooth running of the Purchase Ledger.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of information for fee billing cycles and inputting data onto the Fees Ledger.</li><li>Support term-end procedures including journals and reconciliations, annual budgets, management accounts and audit preparation.</li><li>Work closely with the Finance Director and HR Manager as part of a small, collaborative Bursary team.</li></ul> The Candidate<ul><li>Significant experience of running the end-to-end payroll process in a similar sized organisation.</li><li>Strong experience working with timesheets and variable pay calculations.</li><li>Experience of changing or implementing payroll systems would be desirable.</li><li>Collaborative team player who thrives in a small team environment and can build strong relationships across the Bursary.</li><li>Organised, detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities across payroll and finance responsibilities.</li><li>Comfortable working mainly on-site as part of a close-knit team.</li></ul> Working at Summer FieldsSummer Fields is set within 70 acres of stunning grounds in North Oxford, with superb facilities that are continually enhanced. The school offers a warm, community atmosphere where staff are encouraged to get involved in school life. With around 160 full-time and part-time staff, many of whom are long-serving, the school clearly provides a supportive and rewarding place to work. Benefits<ul><li>£37,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.</li><li>Full-time, 40 hours per week.</li><li>5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays.</li><li>Free lunch on-site during term time.</li><li>On-site parking.</li><li>Pension scheme (4% employer contribution for first 2 years, 6% thereafter).</li><li>Group life assurance (3x annual salary).</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Annual flu vaccination.</li><li>Access to staff swimming club.</li><li>Discounted on-site holiday activity clubs.</li></ul> SafeguardingSummer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS41MzY5My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-02-27T16:55:50Z

Finance Director

Coventry, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
100000 - 140000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is working with a highly successful, international organisation to appoint a Senior Finance Director into a pivotal leadership role within its global finance structure.Operating across multiple countries, the business has a need for an experienced finance leader with both technical depth and strong commercial instincts. This role operates at a senior level within the wider group and carries responsibility for overseeing finance teams across several international locations. You will act as a trusted partner to executive leadership, providing financial leadership, governance and insight to support strategic decision-making across the business.The RoleAs Finance Director, you will take ownership of financial leadership across a complex, international operating environment. You will manage senior finance leaders based in multiple countries and play a central role in driving performance, control and commercial decision-making.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading and developing international finance teams, including oversight of remote and regionally based Financial Controllers</li><li>Owning budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning across multiple jurisdictions</li><li>Providing high-quality financial insight and commercial challenge to senior and executive stakeholders</li><li>Ensuring strong financial governance, controls and compliance across international entities</li><li>Overseeing tax matters and working closely with Group Tax and external advisers to ensure appropriate governance and compliance</li><li>Supporting complex contracts, pricing decisions and investment cases</li><li>Acting as a senior interface with Group finance functions, auditors and advisors</li><li>Driving continuous improvement across systems, reporting and financial processes</li><li>Playing a key role in international change, transformation and growth initiatives</li></ul>The PersonThis role will suit a senior finance leader who is comfortable operating in a global, matrix-managed environment and influencing at executive level.You are likely to bring:<ul><li>A strong technical accounting background combined with commercial leadership experience</li><li>Proven experience operating at Finance Director, Regional FD or equivalent level</li><li>Experience managing international finance teams across multiple locations and time zones</li><li>Broad exposure to tax, statutory reporting and cross-border financial governance</li><li>The credibility to partner with senior non-finance leaders and challenge constructively</li><li>Experience working in complex, regulated or contract-led environments</li><li>A pragmatic, hands-on leadership style with strong judgement and resilience</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Significant post-qualification experience in senior finance leadership roles</li><li>International experience highly desirable</li><li>Willingness to travel internationally as required</li><li>Midlands-based, with regular on-site presence</li></ul>This is a rare opportunity to step into a genuinely senior finance leadership role within a global organisation, offering significant scope, influence and long-term opportunity.For a confidential discussion, please apply or contact us directly.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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS4yMzQyOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-02-02T07:46:48Z

Chief Financial Officer

Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
120000 - 180000 GBP / Yearly
GROUP FINANCE DIRECTOR I am proud to be the retained search partner to a well-established, reputable and highly profitable pharmaceutical manufacturing group that has a diverse range of products across its five business units. Due to internal change they now seek to recruit a Group CFO that will oversee business unit performance, develop Divisional Finance Directors, identify acquisition opportunities, steer growth strategy through partnership with operational leadership and manage the relationship with the board. This role would be based from their Beaconsfield HQ with the opportunity to work from home 1-2 days per week. Key ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities:<ul><li>Strategic Financial Leadership:</li><ul><li>Develop and implement group-wide financial strategies aligned with the individual business's strategy and business goals.</li><li>Advise the Group Chief Executive and executive team on financial planning, risk management, and investment opportunities.</li></ul><li>Financial Operations & Reporting:</li><ul><li>Provision of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated group management accounts and reports to the board and executive team.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li>Provide strong support and challenge to all capital expenditure proposals across the group to ensure strong return on investments.</li><li>Responsible for monthly Group management accounts.</li><li>Responsible for effective management of the Group's cash position including FX and treasury.</li></ul><li>Compliance & Risk Management:</li><ul><li>Ensuring compliance with all financial, accounting and tax requirements for the Group, working with external advisors as appropriate.</li><li>Oversee the annual audit and preparation of statutory accounts working with the external auditors.</li><li>Ensure all businesses within the group adhere to the internal Group Finance and Governance framework to deliver a robust financial control environment.</li><li>Ensure that effective risk and resilience plans are in place across the Group to mitigate financial risks to the Group.</li></ul><li>Team Leadership & Development:</li><ul><li>Lead and mentor the finance leaders across all of businesses providing coaching and support as required.</li><li>Foster a high-performance culture within the Group's finance function.</li></ul><li>Stakeholder Engagement:</li><ul><li>Proactively manage relationships with the external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies as appropriate.</li><li>Produce insightful financial management information with regards to operational and strategic performance to the Managing Directors, Executive team and Board.</li></ul><li>Miscellaneous:</li><ul><li>Oversee and administer payroll for senior leaders.</li><li>Provide support on any ad hoc activities and projects as instructed by the Group CEO and Board.</li></ul></ul>Candidate ProfileEssential<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Senior finance leadership experience in a multi-site, operationally complex environment with exposure to a manufacturing sector business</li><li>Strong commercial orientation with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>Robust technical capability, including audit oversight and acquisition accounting.</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £150,000 and £180,000 P/A based on experience</li><li>A car allowance of £6500 P/A</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 25%</li><li>7% pension contribution</li><li>26 days holiday plus 8 bank holiday</li><li>Income protection</li><li>Death in service</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Other great benefits on application</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/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMzc5NDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-02T15:26:07Z

Finance Director

Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
remote
Permanent
100000 - 110000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Director - Tewkesbury - Competitive Salary Robert Half are partnering with a manufacturing business based in Gloucester to recruit an experienced Finance Director.The Finance Director will be a key member of the Board, responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, commercial insight and robust governance across the Group. The role leads the finance and IT functions and oversees payroll, ensuring strong financial control and systems that support sustainable growth.Key Duties:Strategic & Commercial Direction<ul><li>Serve as a trusted strategic partner to the Managing Director and Board.</li><li>Shape and deliver long-term financial plans that support overall business objectives.</li><li>Enhance profitability through margin improvement and disciplined cost management.</li><li>Develop robust financial models to evaluate and support strategic projects.</li></ul>Financial Management & Compliance<ul><li>Maintain full oversight of financial operations, controls, and processes.</li><li>Ensure adherence to all legal, statutory, and regulatory obligations.</li><li>Manage the external audit process and statutory financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee the company's risk management framework and corporate governance structure.</li></ul>Planning, Budgeting & Performance Reporting<ul><li>Direct the annual budgeting cycle and ongoing reforecasting processes.</li><li>Produce timely monthly management accounts and performance KPI analysis.</li><li>Monitor and manage long-term cash flow projections.</li></ul>Corporate Finance & Risk Management<ul><li>Lead relationships with banking partners and oversee funding arrangements.</li><li>Manage treasury activities and capital planning requirements.</li><li>Oversee insurance programmes and enterprise risk management activities.</li></ul>Payroll Governance<ul><li>Supervise payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective controls.</li></ul>Technology & Systems Leadership<ul><li>Define and implement an IT strategy aligned with business expansion plans.</li><li>Oversee ERP platforms, financial systems, and business intelligence tools.</li></ul>Leadership & Organisational Culture<ul><li>Build, lead, and develop high-performing Finance and IT teams.</li></ul>Your Profile:<ul><li>Qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent</li><li>Significant senior finance leadership experience</li><li>Experience within high-volume, transaction-based manufacturing environments</li><li>Experience leading systems and financial transformation.</li><li>Commercially astute and strategically minded</li><li>Strong communicator at Board and operational levels</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLkJvc2hlci42ODY1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-02-24T12:23:52Z

Finance Director

Harpenden, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
110000 - 120000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Finance Director on behalf of a specialist Research Organisation with offices in Hertfordshire - easily commutable from Harpenden, St Albans, Luton, Hemel and surroundings.The RoleAs Finance Director you will report to the CEO and work as a key member of the Executive team to shape and deliver on financial strategy and provide leadership to the business. Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Lead the development and execution of the Business's long‑term financial strategy, ensuring financial resilience and sustainability.</li><li>Drive integrated financial planning across the business, ensuring alignment between research objectives, operational needs, and available resources.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor the external financial environment, sector trends, and regulatory changes, advising the Executive Team on emerging risks and opportunities.</li><li>Lead the end‑to‑end financial planning cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, cashflow management, and performance reporting.</li><li>Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial reports, statutory accounts, and management information.</li><li>Oversee financial controls, risk management processes, and internal audit activities to ensure strong governance and compliance.</li><li>Manage investment planning, capital expenditure, and financial appraisal of research and commercial opportunities.</li><li>Team Management</li><li>Ownership of Governance</li></ul>Your ProfileYou will be a Qualified Accountant with extensive experience in strategic financial management within a complex organisation, ideally research, service or not for profit/grant lead environments. This is an excellent senior opportunity to work within an organisation that can affect the wider world and communitySalary and BenefitsRole of Finance Director in Herfordshire is working 3 days a week in the office and offering a salary of £110-120KRobert 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTA1MDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-02-26T16:48:38Z

Finance Director

Birmingham, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
80000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
We're partnering with a well-established, owner-managed SME in Birmingham to appoint a hands-on Finance Director.This is a pivotal role working directly with the Owner, taking full responsibility for the finance function while supporting strategic growth. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and develop the finance team</li><li>Full ownership of monthly/annual reporting</li><li>Cashflow management & forecasting</li><li>Budgeting, financial modelling & commercial analysis</li><li>HMRC compliance (VAT, PAYE, Corporation Tax)</li><li>Liaising with external accountants and auditors</li><li>Driving process improvements and financial controls</li><li>Supporting strategic decision-making and growth plans</li></ul>About You:<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</li><li>Experience within an owner-managed SME</li><li>Strong reporting and compliance knowledge</li><li>Commercially astute with a hands-on approach</li><li>Confident partnering at board level</li></ul>This is an opportunity to step into a broad, influential FD role within a business that values agility, commercial thinking, and strong financial leadership. If you're looking for autonomy, impact, and a genuine seat at the table - let's talk 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/Q2FpdGxpbi5TbWl0aC44MDc0Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-02-17T16:55:15Z

Financial Controller

Leicester, Leicestershire
remote
Permanent
75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a global manufacturing group in Leicester to recruit a Financial Controller for a highly visible, senior finance leadership role.This Financial Controller position sits at the heart of a complex, engineering-led manufacturing operation with international reach. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the role acts as their number two and takes ownership of financial performance for a significant operating segment, while also supporting wider business unit reporting, consolidation and process improvement. It is a site-based role, offering flexibility, and is suited to someone who enjoys being close to operations and influencing decision-making at senior level.The role As Financial Controller, you will lead finance for a core manufacturing division while also playing a key role in business unit oversight. You will partner closely with production, supply chain and commercial leaders to drive performance, improve margins and strengthen financial control. This is a hands-on leadership role with regular exposure to senior leadership and group stakeholders.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Full financial ownership for a major manufacturing segment, covering management accounts, forecasting and budgeting</li><li>Delivering clear weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting on operational performance, including COGS, inventory and working capital</li><li>Providing detailed variance analysis across material, labour and overhead costs, with actionable insight to improve profitability</li><li>Driving working capital optimisation and cash flow improvement initiatives</li><li>Leading cost control and efficiency programmes in collaboration with operational teams</li><li>Ensuring robust inventory control, valuation and compliance with statutory and group requirements</li><li>Supporting investment cases, capital expenditure proposals and scenario modelling</li><li>Owning internal controls, governance and SOX compliance at site level</li><li>Leading local statutory and internal audits and coordinating activity across the finance team</li><li>Supporting the Finance Director with business unit consolidation, group submissions and consistent month-end processes</li><li>Contributing to the standardisation and improvement of reporting, ERP usage and data quality across sites</li></ul>Who we are looking for This role will suit an experienced Financial Controller or senior finance professional with a strong manufacturing background and the confidence to operate as a true business partner to operations and leadership teams.You are likely to bring:<ul><li>Full accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Significant post-qualified experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment</li><li>Proven experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar leadership role</li><li>Strong knowledge of standard costing, margin analysis and operational finance</li><li>Experience working within UK and US GAAP environments, with solid SOX exposure</li><li>The ability to influence senior stakeholders using clear, commercial financial insight</li><li>A track record of driving process improvement, automation and stronger controls</li><li>Confidence operating in a fast-paced, site-based environment with competing priorities</li></ul>What's on offer This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior Financial Controller role within a well-established manufacturing business with global operations and strong investment in its people and processes.The role offers:<ul><li>A senior, site-based Financial Controller role with flexibility</li><li>Significant exposure to operational leadership and group stakeholders</li><li>Broad remit across operations, reporting, controls and transformation</li><li>A collaborative, engineering-led culture with a continuous improvement mindset</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li></ul>If this Financial Controller role in Leicester is of interest, or if you are a senior finance professional looking to step into a broader leadership position, please apply now. Even if you are not actively looking, we are always keen to speak with accomplished finance professionals and get you on our radar.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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS4yNzk1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-01-09T13:47:25Z

Finance Business Partner

Leicester, Leicestershire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a global manufacturing business based in Leicester to recruit a Finance Business Partner for a highly visible, site-based role supporting operations.This is a hands-on Finance Business Partner position within a complex manufacturing environment with international operations. Working closely with the Finance Director and site team, the role plays a critical part in supporting day-to-day manufacturing activity, driving insight across costs, performance and decision-making. While the role is predominantly site based to remain close to operations, there is flexibility around working patterns.The role As Finance Business Partner, you will act as the financial lead for manufacturing and operational teams, embedding finance into the heart of the site. This is a proactive, sleeves-rolled-up role for someone who enjoys being visible on the shop floor, challenging assumptions and improving how financial information is used to drive performance.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Acting as a trusted Finance Business Partner to operational leadership, delivering high-quality financial insight and challenge</li><li>Supporting manufacturing and development programmes through robust cost accounting and analysis</li><li>Ownership of operational and capital budgets, including overhead absorption, labour and capacity rates</li><li>Producing timely management information, forecasts and variance analysis</li><li>Developing and enhancing reporting and BI to improve visibility of operational performance</li><li>Providing detailed analysis of direct labour, manufacturing variances and cost centre performance</li><li>Supporting the development of bills of materials and routings for new products</li><li>Ensuring accurate inventory accounting, including movements, ageing and obsolescence provisions</li><li>Supporting KPI reporting and performance analysis across manufacturing operations</li><li>Working closely with the wider finance team on broader accounting and control activities</li></ul>Who we are looking for This role will suit an experienced Finance Business Partner or Management Accountant with a strong background in manufacturing and cost accounting, who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment.You are likely to bring:<ul><li>A recognised accounting qualification or equivalent experience</li><li>Strong experience within manufacturing, engineering or industrial environments</li><li>Solid knowledge of standard costing and operational finance</li><li>Proven experience producing budgets, forecasts and management reports</li><li>Confidence partnering with senior operational stakeholders</li><li>Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems</li><li>A continuous improvement mindset and the confidence to challenge constructively</li><li>The ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment</li></ul>What's on offer This is an opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business with global operations, offering exposure to complex operations and senior stakeholders.The role offers:<ul><li>A site-based Finance Business Partner role with flexibility around working patterns</li><li>Broad operational exposure within a global manufacturing environment</li><li>A role with genuine influence on operational decision-making</li><li>A supportive finance team and collaborative culture</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li></ul>If this Finance Business Partner role in Leicester sounds of interest, or if you are an experienced finance professional looking to take the next step, please apply now. Even if the timing is not quite right, we are always keen to speak with strong finance professionals and get you on our radar.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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS42OTk0NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-01-09T13:43:57Z

Financial Controller

South Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a high-tech manufacturer based in Oxfordshire to recruit a Financial Controller. The Financial Controller will receive a salary between £60,000-£80,000 dependent on experience plus attractive benefits including health insurance and generous annual leave. Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Preparation of the monthly management accounts, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and maintenance of asset registers.</li><li>Delivering accurate, timely and high-quality financial information and commentaries to the Board, Exec and Management teams.</li><li>Reviewing and when appropriate, improving the financial models that the company uses for forecasting.</li><li>Overseeing end-to-end financial operations, financial planning and analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Continuous improvements to financial procedures and controls</li><li>As Company Secretary producing accurate minutes of shareholder and formal director meetings and resolutions.</li><li>Ensuring that the company has in place at all times appropriate insurances.</li><li>Working closely with the Board, Exec and Management teams to help deliver the best financial performance of the company.</li><li>Monitoring project costs and producing regular updates for the Exec and Management teams.</li><li>Managing debtors and creditors.</li><li>Manage relationships with bank, auditors and HMRC</li><li>Delivering a draft Budget for approval by the Exec team at least 1 month before the first board meeting of the year</li><li>Delivering a mid-year financial forecast and review to the Exec team.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with minimum 10 years' experience in a finance management or controller role.</li><li>Experience of producing management, formal accounts and financial models for a diverse and complex medium sized enterprise.</li><li>Experience with financial software and MRP systems</li><li>Ability to delegate and manage the work of others.</li><li>Experience running annual audit.</li><li>Experience of delivering excellence in a high-paced environment.</li><li>Excellent leadership and man-management skills to successfully lead, motivate, retain and develop our talented team.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNjQ4MzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-02-09T18:26:44Z

Finance Manager

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with an industry leading international organisation to recruit a Finance Manager to lead a high-performing team. This is a key leadership role, responsible for driving operational excellence, governance, and continuous improvement across the regional finance structure.The Role Reporting to senior finance leadership, you will take full ownership of the function, ensuring high-quality reporting and perform a key role in improving financial controls. You will manage and develop a large team, embedding best practice, driving efficiencies, and supporting transformation initiatives.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and develop a high-performing team, setting clear objectives and driving performance.</li><li>Ensure delivery of a consistent, high-quality service across regional time zones, flexing team workload and coverage as required.</li><li>Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, proactively managing performance, feedback, and continuous improvement plans.</li><li>Drive standardisation, documentation, and optimisation of end-to-end processes.</li><li>Own KPIs and service level performance, ensuring delivery is consistently met or exceeded.</li><li>Ensure strong governance, compliance, and control frameworks are embedded across all activities.</li><li>Maintain integrity and accuracy of financial records, proactively identifying and resolving issues.</li><li>Lead period-end close activities, including accruals, revenue recognition, reconciliations, reporting, and general ledger operations.</li><li>Support and contribute to ongoing finance transformation and continuous improvement programmes.</li></ul> Your ProfileEssential:<ul><li>Strong leadership capability with a proven track record of managing and developing finance teams.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong understanding of finance systems and end-to-end accounting processes.</li><li>High attention to detail, with the ability to operate at both operational and strategic levels.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in financial controls, risk management, and compliance.</li><li>High integrity and strong ethical standards.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience working within a large company environment.</li><li>Proven experience leading similar finance operations functions.</li><li>Additional language skills.</li><li>Experience working within a regional or multinational organisation.</li></ul>Qualifications & Systems<ul><li>Qualified or part-qualified accountant, or equivalent business / finance qualification.</li><li>Strong MS Excel and MS Office capability.</li><li>Experience working with Oracle and other ERP / finance systems.</li></ul> Salary and Benefits:The role of Finance Manager is offered with a salary of up £55,000 DOE, with market leading 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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjEzNjYyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-02-18T07:48:33Z

Finance Manager

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
70000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Senior Finance Manager on behalf of a Global Sales business with offices in Milton Keynes.The RoleAs Senior Finance Manager you will look after all core fiancé operations including compliance, statutory accounts and assisting with commercial rerporting and decision making. Day to day duties will consist of:* Financial Reporting and statutory accounts under IFRS* Monthly and Quarterly reporting* Asset Management* Treasury Management and FX* Annual budgeting and forecasting* Sales analysis and performance reporting* P+L reporting and analysis* Team ManagementYour ProfileYou will be a Qualified and Technically Strong Accountant either from a Practice or Industry environment with the ability to provide a best in class financial and group reporting process whilst also looking after the strategic performance and direction of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a Technical individual to develop their skills across commercial areas in order to become a more rounded individual on the route to FDSalary and BenefitsRole of Senior Finance Manager is a Permanent Opportunity and working 5 days a week in the office in Milton Keynes. The role is paying up to £90K + Bonus + BenefitsRobert 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTk0ODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-06T14:54:28Z

Finance Manager

Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
45000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of a Specialist Manufacturing Business based in BerkhamsteadThe RoleAs Management Accountant you will work with the Head of Finance and play a key role in delivering pertinent and timely management information to the various stakeholders, as well as providing daily operational support within the Finance department. The team is new and developing therefore alongside your accounting responsibilities, you will be responsible for supporting and managing the finance team. Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Directly manage, nurture, and develop the UK finance team, promoting skills growth and teamwork.</li><li>Balance sheet ownership, including cashbook, fixed assets, prepayments, and accruals.</li><li>Processing and payments of Staff Expenses and Credit Card transactions</li><li>Monthly P&L and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Preparation and review of supplier payment runs for approval.</li><li>Management Accounting, both existing and developing new reports as the business grows</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting and, cash flow forecasting</li><li>Prepare VAT returns</li><li>Supporting and mentoring other members of the team, particularly in AR and AP</li></ul>Your ProfileYou will be a Qualified Accountant ideally with experience within another Manufacturing organisation with strong team management and with strong interpersonal and communication skills. This is an excellent development opportunity within a fast growing manufacturing organisation with consistent year on year growth.Salary and BenefitsRole of Finance Manager is working 5 days in the office in Berkhamstead with some flexibility from time to time and offering a salary of £45-60K + BenefitsRobert 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMzY4MTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-05T12:01:10Z

Group Financial Accountant

Willenhall, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a well-established, privately owned infrastructure business to appoint a Group Financial Accountant.This is a key appointment within a large, multi-entity organisation operating across major UK infrastructure programmes. The business delivers complex, high-value projects nationwide and is recognised for its long-term frameworks, in-house expertise and strong leadership culture.This role offers the chance to join a sizeable, privately owned organisation with a strong order book and long-term project pipeline. You will gain exposure to senior leadership, play a central role in financial governance, and have scope to further develop both your technical and leadership capabilities.<h2 data-end="554" data-start="543">The Role</h2>As Group Financial Accountant, you will take ownership of financial reporting and compliance across the group structure. This is a hands-on, technically focused position with genuine visibility at senior level.You will oversee statutory reporting, lead the audit process, ensure tax compliance and maintain strong financial controls across multiple entities. Alongside core reporting responsibilities, you will partner with operational leaders to support sound financial governance and continuous process improvement.This opportunity would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys technical accounting, thrives in a structured yet evolving environment, and wants to contribute to a sizeable, project-driven organisation.<h2 data-start="1077" data-end="1278">Key Responsibilities:</h2><ul><li>Lead the production of statutory financial statements across group entities</li><li>Ensure full compliance with UK financial reporting and tax regulations</li><li>Oversee Corporation Tax processes and work closely with external advisors</li><li>Manage indirect tax and statutory submissions </li><li>Act as the primary contact for external auditors, coordinating the year-end audit process</li><li>Maintain oversight of general ledger activity across the group</li><li>Drive consistency in accounting treatments and chart of accounts structure</li><li>Manage the month-end close process to ensure accurate and timely reporting</li><li>Prepare consolidated financial statements including P&L, balance sheet and cashflow</li><li>Review balance sheet reconciliations and inter-company balances</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities to enhance financial processes</li><li>Provide guidance and oversight to members of the finance team</li><li>Support senior finance colleagues as required</li><li>Lead the annual R&D tax credit submission process in collaboration with operational stakeholders and advisors</li><li>Build effective relationships with senior non-financial managers, offering technical insight and financial clarity</li></ul><h2 data-end="2702" data-start="2690">Candidate Profile: </h2><ul><li>Fully qualified ACA or ACCA</li><li>Strong grounding in financial accounting and statutory reporting</li><li>Experience overseeing audits and corporate tax processes</li><li>Confident managing or mentoring finance team members</li><li>Strong Excel capability and analytical mindset</li><li>Familiarity with ERP systems used in project-led organisations.</li></ul><h2 data-start="3118" data-end="3136">What's on Offer</h2><ul data-end="3464" data-start="3138"><li data-end="3173" data-start="3138">£55,000 - £65,000 plus additional benefits</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuNjA5MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-04T13:09:20Z

FP&A Manager

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are exclusively partnering with a global, market-leading consumer business to recruit a Sales FP&A Manager for their UK & Ireland operation based in Slough.This is a high-impact role reporting directly to the UK & Ireland Finance Director, leading and modernising the Sales FP&A and commercial finance partnering capability. The business is a recognised leader within its category, with strong retail partnerships and a rapidly expanding D2C channel - making this a genuinely commercial and forward-looking opportunity.<h3 data-start="711" data-end="730">The Opportunity</h3>This role sits at the heart of the commercial organisation. You'll be the key finance partner to Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and D2C teams, driving better forecasting, stronger insight, and more robust decision-making across revenue and margin performance.Key responsibilities include:<ul data-start="1024" data-end="1604"><li data-start="1024" data-end="1098">Leading the sales budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning cycles</li><li data-start="1099" data-end="1184">Building scenario models and sensitivity analysis to support commercial decisions</li><li data-end="1251" data-start="1185">Improving forecast accuracy and strengthening financial rigour</li><li data-start="1252" data-end="1341">Delivering clear, insightful reporting on sales, gross margin and channel performance</li><li data-start="1342" data-end="1400">Supporting trade investment decisions and ROI analysis</li><li data-end="1526" data-start="1401">Representing Finance on strategic projects (ecommerce growth, channel profitability, commercial policy, retail expansion)</li><li data-start="1527" data-end="1604">Driving continuous improvement across FP&A tools, reporting and processes</li></ul><h3 data-end="1632" data-start="1606">What We're Looking For</h3><ul data-end="2093" data-start="1634"><li data-start="1634" data-end="1732">Strong FP&A or commercial finance background, ideally within FMCG, retail or consumer products</li><li data-end="1805" data-start="1733">Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability (SAP advantageous)</li><li data-end="1873" data-start="1806">Strong grasp of P&L drivers, margin levers and retail economics</li><li data-end="1973" data-start="1874">Confident business partner - able to challenge constructively and influence senior stakeholders</li><li data-end="2029" data-start="1974">Proactive, analytical and solutions-focused mindset</li><li data-start="2030" data-end="2093">Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment</li></ul><h3 data-start="2095" data-end="2109">Why Apply?</h3><ul data-start="2111" data-end="2438"><li data-end="2176" data-start="2111">Genuine commercial exposure and influence at leadership level</li><li data-end="2260" data-start="2177">A role with autonomy and the opportunity to modernise and shape FP&A capability</li><li data-start="2261" data-end="2323">Hybrid working (3 days in office to support collaboration)</li><li data-end="2403" data-start="2324">Excellent office environment with on-site facilities and landscaped grounds</li><li data-end="2438" data-start="2404">Salary £60,000 - £65,000 (DoE) + 10% bonus</li></ul>If you're looking for a commercially focused FP&A role where you can truly add value and operate as a trusted partner to Sales, we'd love to hear from you.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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuNTkyMDEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-02-24T16:14:09Z

Finance Manager

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
JOB TITLE: Senior Finance Manager DEPARTMENT: Finance LOCATION: United Kingdom (Hybrid) REPORTS TO: Director of Finance (UK)<h3 data-start="189" data-end="210">A. ROLE PURPOSE</h3>The Senior Finance Manager will support the Director of Finance, deputising where required and ensuring effective management of finance, accounting, and tax matters. The role acts as a key business partner, providing strategic financial support to the UK leadership team.<h3 data-start="489" data-end="518">B. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><ul data-end="1383" data-start="519"><li data-end="599" data-start="519">Support daily accounting and month-, quarter-, and year-end close processes.</li><li data-start="600" data-end="690">Lead budgets, long-range plans, and rolling forecasts; own management reporting (MIS).</li><li data-end="774" data-start="691">Deliver insightful reporting, ad-hoc analysis, and portfolio-level P&L reviews.</li><li data-end="851" data-start="775">Support business cases, financial modelling, and commercial initiatives.</li><li data-start="852" data-end="925">Manage intercompany and related-party reporting with shared services.</li><li data-start="926" data-end="1017">Support supply chain finance processes, including inventory and efficiency forecasting.</li><li data-end="1090" data-start="1018">Assist with corporation tax and transfer pricing alongside advisors.</li><li data-start="1091" data-end="1158">Prepare cash flow forecasts and advise on funding requirements.</li><li data-end="1237" data-start="1159">Complete balance sheet reconciliations (leases, accruals, tax provisions).</li><li data-end="1305" data-start="1238">Maintain strong financial controls and support audit processes.</li><li data-end="1383" data-start="1306">Contribute to integration and continuous process improvement initiatives.</li></ul><h3 data-start="1390" data-end="1419">C. PERSON SPECIFICATION</h3><ul data-start="1420" data-end="1758"><li data-end="1473" data-start="1420">Audit Trained ACA or ACCA qualified with 2-3 years' PQE.</li><li data-start="1474" data-end="1558">Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel and ERP experience (SAP desirable).</li><li data-end="1621" data-start="1559">Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li data-end="1690" data-start="1622">Proactive, resilient, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.</li><li data-end="1758" data-start="1691">Experience in a regulated or manufacturing sector advantageous.</li></ul><h3 data-start="1765" data-end="1788">CORE COMPETENCIES</h3>Strategic thinking, innovation, customer focus, talent development, results orientation, process excellence, collaboration, and stakeholder management.<h3 data-end="1977" data-start="1949">ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</h3>Some UK and international travel may be required.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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNDE1NTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-02T13:06:09Z

Interim Financial Controller

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
remote
Permanent
400 - 500 GBP / Daily
Robert Half is partnering with a privately owned SME manufacturing business in Nottingham, backed by a large international parent group, to appoint an Interim Financial Controller for an initial three-month assignment.This interim Financial Controller role has been created to provide stability, leadership and continuity within the finance function while the business completes a permanent recruitment process. The business is a multi-million-pound UK manufacturing operation and forms part of a wider international group, offering a complex but well-supported environment.The role will see you acting as the senior finance lead on site, working closely with the UK Managing Director and reporting into the Group CFO overseas. This is a hands-on interim Financial Controller position, combining day-to-day financial control with commercial business partnering and group reporting.Key responsibilities will include:<ul data-end="1705" data-start="922"><li data-end="1030" data-start="922">Taking ownership of the UK finance function and maintaining strong financial control across the business</li><li data-start="1031" data-end="1123">Leading and supporting a small finance team, ensuring day-to-day delivery and continuity</li><li data-start="1124" data-end="1212">Full responsibility for P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and working capital management</li><li data-end="1293" data-start="1213">Overseeing budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis for the UK operation</li><li data-start="1294" data-end="1377">Producing accurate and timely monthly reporting in line with group requirements</li><li data-start="1378" data-end="1464">Ensuring compliance with local accounting standards, VAT and statutory obligations</li><li data-start="1465" data-end="1549">Managing cost accounting, stock, margins and manufacturing performance reporting</li><li data-start="1550" data-end="1639">Acting as a key business partner to the UK MD on operational and commercial decisions</li><li data-end="1705" data-start="1640">Liaising with group finance and external advisors as required</li></ul>We are looking to speak with experienced interim finance professionals who can step in quickly and add immediate value. You are likely to have:<ul data-end="2246" data-start="1851"><li data-start="1851" data-end="1914">A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li data-end="1994" data-start="1915">Strong manufacturing experience, ideally within an SME or group environment</li><li data-end="2086" data-start="1995">A hands-on approach with the ability to get into the detail while maintaining oversight</li><li data-end="2171" data-start="2087">Proven experience stabilising or leading finance teams through periods of change</li><li data-start="2172" data-end="2246">The confidence to operate autonomously and partner senior stakeholders</li></ul>What's on offer:<ul data-start="2265" data-end="2579"><li data-end="2341" data-start="2265">A three-month interim Financial Controller assignment with a clear remit</li><li data-end="2421" data-start="2342">Exposure to an international manufacturing group and senior leadership team</li><li data-start="2422" data-end="2497">A visible role supporting both operational delivery and group reporting</li><li data-end="2579" data-start="2498">The opportunity to make a tangible impact while the permanent hire is secured</li></ul>If this interim Financial Controller role in Nottingham looks of interest, or if you are an accomplished interim finance professional within manufacturing and would like to get on our radar, please apply now. 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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS43NTQwMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-01-14T11:10:19Z

Head of Finance

Birmingham, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
75000 - 95000 GBP / Yearly
Head of FinanceSalary: £85,000 - £95,000 + car allowance, bonus, private healthcare & benefitsRobert Half is partnering with a high-growth, forward-thinking organisation to appoint a Head of Finance with experience operating in large, complex, professional services environments. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape a best-in-class finance function, strengthen governance, and play a key role in strategic decision-making across the business.Reporting into the Finance Director, you will lead the Financial Control and Reporting teams, ensuring robust compliance, strong controls, and high-quality financial outputs while driving continuous improvement, efficiency, and service excellence.Key Responsibilities<ul data-start="762" data-end="1814"><li data-start="762" data-end="885">Lead, inspire, and develop the Finance teams, acting as the senior escalation point for operational and people matters.</li><li data-end="992" data-start="886">Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li data-start="993" data-end="1130">Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal control requirements, including liaison with auditors and regulators.</li><li data-start="1131" data-end="1288">Own the integrity of financial reporting, including statutory accounts, management reporting, reconciliations, and consolidated reporting where required.</li><li data-end="1380" data-start="1289">Strengthen risk management frameworks, financial controls, and delegation of authority.</li><li data-start="1381" data-end="1477">Drive process improvement, systems enhancement, and operational efficiencies across finance.</li><li data-start="1478" data-end="1606">Partner with senior stakeholders to provide insight, challenge, and commercial support to achieve organisational objectives.</li><li data-start="1607" data-end="1704">Lead and contribute to strategic projects and transformation initiatives across the business.</li><li data-start="1705" data-end="1814">Ensure effective succession planning, resource management, and ongoing development of finance capability.</li></ul>Person Specification<ul data-end="2648" data-start="1842"><li data-end="1894" data-start="1842">Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).</li><li data-end="2025" data-start="1895">Proven experience operating in large, complex, professional services-style organisations or similarly structured environments.</li><li data-end="2129" data-start="2026">Strong technical expertise across financial control, statutory reporting, and accounting standards.</li><li data-start="2130" data-end="2229">Demonstrated track record in leading sophisticated finance operations and control environments.</li><li data-end="2322" data-start="2230">Commercially astute, with the ability to identify risk, opportunity, and value creation.</li><li data-start="2323" data-end="2405">Experienced people leader with a passion for developing high-performing teams.</li><li data-end="2479" data-start="2406">Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.</li><li data-start="2480" data-end="2567">Resilient, adaptable, and confident operating in fast-paced, matrixed environments.</li><li data-start="2568" data-end="2648">Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP and financial systems.</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuNzYwMTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-01-27T10:24:36Z

Head of Finance

Royston, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
100000 - 115000 GBP / Yearly
Head of Finance Royston, Hertfordshire Fully office based | Full-time £100,000 - £115,000 + company benefitsRobert Half is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing business based in Royston for a Head of Finance. This is a senior, hands-on role with full ownership of the finance function and regular interaction with the Managing Director and a US parent company.<h3 data-start="489" data-end="503">The Role</h3>As Head of Finance, you will lead and manage the entire finance operation, ensuring robust financial control, accurate multi-currency reporting, strong cash flow management, and full statutory compliance. You will act as a key business partner to the Managing Director, support acquisition activity, and serve as the primary financial interface with the US parent company and external stakeholders.<h3 data-start="904" data-end="930">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="931" data-end="2026"><li data-start="931" data-end="1014">Full responsibility for the finance function and leadership of the finance team</li><li data-end="1099" data-start="1015">Act as Company Secretary, ensuring statutory and corporate governance compliance</li><li data-end="1189" data-start="1100">Manage relationships with banks, auditors, tax authorities, and the US parent company</li><li data-start="1190" data-end="1234">Lead the annual audit process end-to-end</li><li data-end="1310" data-start="1235">Oversee all tax matters, including VAT reporting for the UK and Ireland</li><li data-end="1370" data-start="1311">Execute quarterly royalty reporting and monthly payroll</li><li data-end="1418" data-start="1371">Own credit control and cash flow management</li><li data-start="1419" data-end="1491">Produce budgets, forecasts, and sales reporting for commercial teams</li><li data-start="1492" data-end="1550">Prepare customer, warehouse, and stock control reports</li><li data-end="1627" data-start="1551">Deliver monthly management accounts and financial reports in GBP and USD</li><li data-start="1628" data-end="1690">Oversee insurance arrangements, including credit insurance</li><li data-end="1728" data-start="1691">Manage the company pension scheme</li><li data-start="1729" data-end="1799">Support acquisition reviews, financial analysis, and due diligence</li><li data-start="1800" data-end="1878">Oversee telecommunication contracts and support IT development initiatives</li><li data-end="1961" data-start="1879">Drive process improvements and efficiency gains, including potential use of AI</li><li data-end="2026" data-start="1962">Deliver ad-hoc projects as required by the Managing Director</li></ul><h3 data-end="2053" data-start="2028">Skills & Experience</h3><ul data-start="2054" data-end="2760"><li data-end="2124" data-start="2054">Proven experience leading a full finance function in a senior role</li><li data-start="2125" data-end="2194">Minimum 5 years' experience producing monthly management accounts</li><li data-end="2259" data-start="2195">Strong background in credit control and cash flow management</li><li data-end="2329" data-start="2260">Experience supporting acquisitions and/or financial due diligence</li><li data-start="2330" data-end="2400">Solid expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting</li><li data-end="2483" data-start="2401">Hands-on experience managing audits, tax authorities, and statutory compliance</li><li data-start="2484" data-end="2583">Exposure to payroll, pensions, insurance, royalties, customer, stock, and operational reporting</li><li data-start="2584" data-end="2635">Experience in a B2C environment is advantageous</li><li data-end="2695" data-start="2636">Experience with Pegasus Opera and/or Sage is beneficial</li><li data-start="2696" data-end="2760">Experience maintaining and developing accounting/ERP systems</li></ul><h3 data-end="2782" data-start="2762">Qualifications</h3><ul data-end="2850" data-start="2783"><li data-end="2850" data-start="2783">Ideally professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNjAwMTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-02-02T18:15:26Z

Interim Financial Accountant / Finance Manager

Windsor, Berkshire
remote
Temporary
350 - 400 GBP / Daily
<h2 data-start="176" data-end="234">Interim Senior Financial Accountant / Finance Manager</h2>Location: Windsor (Hybrid) Contract: 3-4 months (potential temp-to-perm) Rate: £350-£400 per day (via Umbrella)Our client, a growing and dynamic business, is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Financial Accountant / Finance Manager to support the finance function during a busy period of change and growth. This role will suit a hands-on finance professional with strong technical accounting and group reporting experience.<h3 data-end="709" data-start="685">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="710" data-end="1679"><li data-end="838" data-start="710">Lead the month-end close process, including journals, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets</li><li data-start="839" data-end="936">Prepare group consolidations and support the production of board packs and statutory accounts</li><li data-start="937" data-end="1020">Manage intercompany accounting and support the integration of overseas entities</li><li data-end="1110" data-start="1021">Oversee payroll accounting and reconciliations across UK and international operations</li><li data-start="1111" data-end="1211">Prepare and submit VAT returns, liaising with external advisors on EU VAT matters where required</li><li data-start="1212" data-end="1306">Support the year-end audit process and act as a key point of contact for external auditors</li><li data-end="1445" data-start="1307">Assist with acquisition accounting, including purchase price allocations, opening balance sheets, and integration into group reporting</li><li data-start="1446" data-end="1506">Manage and maintain a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast</li><li data-start="1507" data-end="1592">Drive continuous improvement across financial processes, controls, and automation</li><li data-start="1593" data-end="1679">Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and prepare technical accounting memos as needed</li></ul><h3 data-start="1681" data-end="1702">Candidate Profile</h3><ul data-end="2053" data-start="1703"><li data-start="1703" data-end="1761">Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)</li><li data-end="1845" data-start="1762">Strong experience in month-end close, group reporting, and statutory accounting</li><li data-end="1914" data-start="1846">Previous exposure to multi-entity and international environments</li><li data-start="1915" data-end="1983">Confident working in interim roles and able to add value quickly</li><li data-start="1984" data-end="2053">Strong attention to detail with a proactive and hands-on approach</li></ul>This is an excellent interim opportunity for a capable finance professional looking to make an immediate impact, with potential for longer-term engagement.For more information or to apply, please get in touch.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/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNjU4ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-01-07T10:55:37Z

Group Reporting Manager

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Temporary
350 - 375 GBP / Daily
The Opportunity! Reporting Manager - 6-Months 💷 Up to £375 per day via umbrella (c. £75,000 equivalent) ➡️ A strategic hire while the business finalises its long-term finance structure ➡️ Strong likelihood of evolving into a Financial Controller position, with ownership across: Group reporting & consolidation Statutory accounts (FRS 102) FP&A alongside core controllership Must be: ACA, CPA and ACCA qualified / Have a strong reporting background / Immediately available / Happy to travel to Berkshire 1 day per week. TECH / SAAS would be hugely beneficial For a full job description please contact me at 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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy45MTI0Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-01-19T14:52:43Z

Senior Finance Business Partner/Finance Manager

Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are proud to be working in an exclusive retained agreement with Signify Research to recruit a Senior Finance Business Partner / Finance Manager, based in Cranfield on a hybrid basis.You will be proactive, detailed orientated and ambitious looking to support driving the professionalism and value creation of our ambitious and scaling business, happy to pull up your sleeves and get stuck in with the aptitude to develop and grow as we do. This role is seen as the future Head of Finance with the opportunity to build a team around you as the business expands. The foundations of the finance function are now in place, and the next step is to professionalise, streamline and gradually build capability as the company grows.Senior Finance Business Partner/Finance ManagerSignify Research is dedicated to offering the highest quality, most in-depth and robust market analysis, insight, and consultancy services for the healthcare technology industry.Role PurposeYou will support the CFO by ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and assisting with financial processes, as well as acting as a key link between finance and the research, sales and marketing teams supporting the provision of insights and analysis to support decision making. This role is designed for a proactive individual who will aid ensuring that financial performance is aligned with business objectives and demonstrates curiosity, trustworthiness, and commitment to quality while fostering impartiality, partnership and expertise.Right hand to the CFO/COO running the day-to-day finance activities whilst also lending support to strategic projects and working across the business to deliver efficiencies. Duties & ResponsibilitiesFinancial Operations<ul><li>Own the relationship with outsourced finance provider who manage the day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll, and VAT returns.</li><li>Oversight of Accounts Payable</li><li>Ownership of Accounts Receivable including invoicing and credit control.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial controls and reconciliations.</li><li>Manage the month end close process and discipline (e.g., timelines, checklists, issues/actions log)</li><li>Ensure accurate Revenue recognition.</li></ul>Reporting and Forecasting<ul><li>Prepare the MI and KPI pack for CFO review.</li><li>Assist in preparing Board packs.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes, maintaining a rolling 12-month forecast (with CFO oversight).</li><li>Monitor cash flow and working capital, highlight variances promptly.</li><li>Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and internal controls.</li></ul>Business Partnering (developing capability)<ul><li>Collaborate with internal teams and external providers to resolve queries efficiently.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all financial matters.</li><li>Finance Business partner to all team leads helping to understand the financial impacts of business decisions and function as the early warning flag to emerging financial risks.</li><li>Provide analysis on profitability, cost control, and performance metrics.</li><li>Help non-finance stakeholders understand financial performance.</li></ul>Process improvement and systems<ul><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement/automation and contribute ideas proactively. Especially within sphere of influence.</li><li>Improve reporting efficiency and data quality.</li><li>Support future implementation of improved reporting tools (e.g., Power BI or similar)</li><li>Contribute to building a scalable finance function as the company grows.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls.</li></ul>Skills & Experience<ul><li>Ideally a Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).</li><li>3-5 years' experience, ideally in an SME or scaling environment.</li><li>Strong grounding in management accounts and financial controls.</li><li>Experience with subscription revenue models beneficial.</li><li>Comfortable in Xero and strong Excel capability (basic modelling and analysis), proficient with other Microsoft applications</li><li>MI and data visualization tools and a working use of Power BI a plus.</li></ul>Package<ul><li>£50,000 - £55,000 basic </li><li>Work in a PE backed, owner managed business on its growth journey to second transaction over the next 3-5 years</li><li>Family-friendly work-life balance with ability to work from home and flexible hours - Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 from home</li><li>Health cash plan that includes 24/7 virtual GP consultation service, health advice and counselling services, gym discounts and second opinion medical services</li><li>Company pension 4%, (increases to 7.5% after 3 years), 15% Bonus, dependent on company and personal performance</li><li>Paid employer-supported volunteer time off</li><li>27 days per annum holiday allowance (exclusive of bank holidays), flexible bank holiday usage, plus ability to "buy" addition holiday allowance.</li><li>Company life insurance worth 3X salary</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMjkyODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-05T13:34:00Z

Finance Manager

Atherstone, Warwickshire
remote
Temporary
45000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Our client, a Warwickshire-based organisation, is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to support the finance function during a period of change. This is a hands-on, on-site role requiring someone who can quickly take ownership of day-to-day financial operations while partnering closely with senior stakeholders.This assignment is initially for 3 months, however there is a clear opportunity for the role to become permanent for the right individual. Key Responsibilities: <ul data-start="830" data-end="1440"><li data-start="830" data-end="889">Managing the day-to-day running of the finance function</li><li data-start="890" data-end="1001">Leading the month-end process, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li data-start="1002" data-end="1055">Producing accurate and timely management accounts</li><li data-end="1119" data-start="1056">Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management</li><li data-end="1201" data-start="1120">Ensuring robust financial controls and compliance with statutory requirements</li><li data-end="1274" data-start="1202">Acting as a key finance business partner to non-finance stakeholders</li><li data-end="1337" data-start="1275">Managing and developing junior members of the finance team</li><li data-start="1338" data-end="1386">Liaising with external auditors and advisors</li><li data-start="1387" data-end="1440">Identifying and implementing process improvements</li></ul> Candidate Requirements: <ul data-end="1955" data-start="1471"><li data-end="1529" data-start="1471">Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role</li><li data-start="1530" data-end="1597">Strong technical accounting background with a hands-on approach</li><li data-end="1665" data-start="1598">Comfortable working in a fast-paced or transitional environment</li><li data-end="1721" data-start="1666">Experience producing management accounts end-to-end</li><li data-end="1782" data-start="1722">Strong Excel skills and exposure to finance systems/ERPs</li><li data-end="1844" data-start="1783">Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li data-start="1845" data-end="1910">Able to commit to 5 days per week on-site in Warwickshire</li><li data-end="1955" data-start="1911">Immediately available or on short notice</li></ul> Qualifications: <ul data-end="2037" data-start="1978"><li data-start="1978" data-end="2037">ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified, or qualified by experience</li></ul> What's on Offer: <ul data-end="2224" data-start="2061"><li data-end="2125" data-start="2061">Competitive interim rate or salary (dependent on experience)</li><li data-end="2178" data-start="2126">Opportunity to add immediate value in a key role</li><li data-end="2224" data-start="2179">Strong likelihood of permanent conversion</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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4xMDUzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-02-02T17:27:47Z

Finance & Operations Manager

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Finance & Operations Manager Milton Keynes | Office-based, 5 days per week Salary: up to £60,000 + 25 days annual leave<h2 data-start="248" data-end="259">The Role</h2>We are seeking a hands-on and highly organised Finance & Operations Manager to take ownership of the finance function while overseeing HR administration, sales support, and day-to-day office management.This is a broad, varied position suited to someone who enjoys working at the centre of the business, improving processes, and supporting commercial teams in a growing SME environment. You will act as the operational backbone of the office, ensuring finance, people, and administrative processes run smoothly.<h2 data-end="803" data-start="780">Key Responsibilities</h2><h3 data-end="816" data-start="805">Finance</h3><ul><li>Manage day-to-day finance operations and maintain strong financial controls</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and receivable</li><li>Produce monthly management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Manage cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting</li><li>Maintain accurate and compliant financial records</li><li>Liaise with external accountants and advisors</li></ul><h3 data-start="1160" data-end="1190">HR & People Administration</h3><ul><li>Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, and employee records</li><li>Support payroll and benefits administration</li><li>Maintain HR documentation and compliance</li><li>Act as first point of contact for HR-related queries</li><li>Assist with development of HR processes and policies</li></ul><h3 data-start="1461" data-end="1491">Sales & Commercial Support</h3><ul><li>Support the sales team with quotes, proposals, and order processing</li><li>Maintain CRM and sales data accuracy</li><li>Produce sales and performance reporting</li><li>Coordinate with logistics/operations to support delivery</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve sales administration processes</li></ul><h3 data-end="1815" data-start="1781">Office Management & Operations</h3><ul><li>f</li></ul><h2 data-start="2101" data-end="2123">Skills & Experience</h2><ul><li>Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Finance & Operations, or similar broad role</li><li>Strong hands-on finance capability</li><li>Experience supporting HR and/or sales administration</li><li>Highly organised with strong attention to detail</li><li>Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills</li><li>Confident communicator able to work across all levels</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment</li><li>Able to manage multiple priorities effectively</li><li>High level of discretion with confidential information</li></ul><h2 data-end="2651" data-start="2639">Desirable</h2><ul><li>SME or owner-managed business experience</li><li>Experience improving finance or operational processes</li><li>Familiarity with CRM and accounting systems</li><li>Exposure to HR/payroll processes</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTIzNzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-02-24T15:37:54Z

Financial Controller

Walsall, West Midlands
remote
Contract
300 - 500 GBP / Daily
Robert Half is partnering with a sub £10m turnover manufacturing business, part of a much larger group, to recruit an Interim Financial Controller for a short-term assignment of 3 to 6 months. Based in Walsall, this role can be delivered on either a full-time or part-time contract basis and will play a critical role in bringing the subsidiary up to parent company standards.Overview This is a hands-on Financial Controller role within a circa £5m turnover manufacturing entity operating as part of a complex group structure. The business needs an experienced interim who is comfortable getting into the detail, tightening controls and improving both financial and operational reporting. The focus is less about firefighting and more about professionalising the finance function and aligning it with group expectations.The role Reporting into senior group finance, the Interim Financial Controller will take ownership of the day-to-day finance operation while driving improvements in process, reporting and control. You will work closely with operational stakeholders to ensure finance supports the business effectively and meets group standards.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Reviewing and improving financial processes, controls and reporting</li><li>Bringing local finance practices in line with parent company standards</li><li>Producing robust management accounts and analysis</li><li>Improving cost control, stock and manufacturing reporting</li><li>Supporting operational teams with clearer financial insight</li><li>Ensuring compliance with group policies and timelines</li><li>Acting as a hands-on Financial Controller within a small SME environment</li></ul>Who we are looking for We are looking for an experienced interim Financial Controller with a strong background in manufacturing and SMEs. This role will suit someone who enjoys rolling their sleeves up and working closely with the detail, rather than operating at a purely strategic level.You are likely to have:<ul><li>Proven experience as a Financial Controller within manufacturing</li><li>Extensive experience working in SME environments</li><li>A track record of improving processes and controls</li><li>Experience aligning smaller businesses to group or parent company standards</li><li>A practical, delivery-focused mindset</li><li>Availability to commit on a 3 to 6 month basis, either full-time or part-time</li></ul>What's on offer This is a flexible interim opportunity within a manufacturing business that forms part of a larger group, offering exposure to group reporting standards and meaningful change work.On offer is:<ul><li>A 3 to 6 month contract</li><li>Flexibility around full-time or part-time engagement</li><li>A Walsall-based assignment</li><li>The chance to make a tangible impact quickly</li></ul>If this role looks of interest, or if you are an accomplished interim finance professional with strong manufacturing and SME experience and would like to get on our radar for similar assignments, please apply now.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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS45OTM1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-01-10T08:01:16Z