<p>Robert Half has been retained by Equitix Management Services (EMS), a leading infrastructure consultancy business that specialises in providing management services to investors in critical infrastructure sectors.</p><p><strong>THE COMPANY</strong></p><p>Equitix Management Services Limited (EMS) provides management services to Cascade Infrastructure Limited (CIL), a project company comprising Equitix, STRABAG and GLIL as shareholders, that has been appointed by United Utilities (UU) to deliver the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme (HARP).</p><p>HARP is a multi-billion-pound infrastructure project to upgrade the water supply apparatus carrying water from the Haweswater reservoir to Greater Manchester. The project involves the construction of approximately 50km of bored tunnels along the existing 110km aqueduct, originally built in the 1950s.</p><p>Post-construction, UU will operate the aqueduct, with the CIL responsible for major maintenance of the new tunnel sections for 25 years.</p><p><strong>THE CULTURE</strong></p><p>CIL is a dynamic, collaborative, purpose-driven company that is focused on delivering this once in a generation infrastructure project which will affect millions of customers across the North West. CIL fosters a positive, inspirational and proactive culture, and is seeking candidates that can demonstrate adaptability and a desire to work within a progressive, supportive team striving for excellence. </p><p><strong>THE ROLE</strong></p><p>As the Environmental & Sustainability Manager, you will be pivotal in driving Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) objectives and achieving compliance within environmental regulations and project requirements. This role involves developing strategies, ensuring compliance frameworks are maintained, and working closely with stakeholders, including regulatory bodies such as the Environment Agency.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include managing ISO 14001 compliance, data analysis for carbon emissions and waste, oversight of environmental obligations, and engagement with United Utilities' environmental team for seamless integration of environmental objectives within the project scope.</p><p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><p><strong>Environmental Strategy and Reporting:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and coordinate an Environmental Strategy and Plan, ensuring compliance with ISO 14001 standards and project KPIs in Schedule 17 of the Project Agreement.</li><li>Prepare environmental reporting for stakeholders, lenders, and the end client.</li><li>Conduct environmental assessments and implement policies aligned with shareholder and lender requirements.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Pollution, Waste, and Carbon Oversight:</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor and manage systems to handle pollution incidents, waste management, and reduce carbon impact (including decarbonisation initiatives).</li><li>Collaborate with the supply chain to improve environmental management performance.</li></ul><p><strong>Stakeholder Collaboration:</strong></p><ul><li>Foster and manage relationships with the Environment Agency, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective communication.</li><li>Coordinate interaction with United Utilities' environmental team and routinely oversee environmental components of Design Data submissions.</li></ul><p><strong>ESG Policy and Certification:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain an ESG Policy, adhering to good industry practices with annual updates.</li><li>Achieve and maintain ISO 14001 certification, liaising with external advisers and auditors to prepare necessary documentation and evidence for audits.</li></ul><p><strong>Data Collection and Reporting:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage environmental data collection, analysis, and reporting for metrics such as carbon emissions, waste management, and performance improvement.</li><li>Submit regular ESG reporting to the Board, shareholders, and financial stakeholders under Senior Finance Documents.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications and Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>5+ years of proven experience in environmental management roles within the construction, infrastructure, or energy sectors.</li><li>Experience of implementing strategies across areas such as carbon emissions/decarbonisation, climate resilience, biodiversity net gain, social value, supply chain development and training, and community engagement.</li><li>Understanding of capital markets-related sustainability requirements and expectations such as green and sustainability-linked loans, Equator Principles, Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation, Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures.</li><li>Experience of integrating sustainability into core strategy and operations, decision making and monitoring frameworks.</li><li>Experience of working with varying stakeholder reporting requirements (customer metrics, investor metrics, lender metrics etc).</li><li>Previous experience managing environmental compliance, liaising with regulatory bodies such as Environment Agency, and driving sustainability initiatives.</li><li>Hands-on expertise in achieving and maintaining ISO 14001 certification.</li><li>Strong understanding of Environmental Social Governance (ESG) principles.</li><li>Exceptional organisational and communication skills to engage stakeholders and drive environmental innovation.</li><li>Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret environmental data and develop actionable policies for improvement.</li><li>Passionate about sustainability and committed to achieving ambitious environmental goals for a transformative infrastructure project.</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high profile, high value, high impact project. In return our client is offering a competitive package that includes a bonus, 5% pension, income protection, and private medical.</p><p>If you are an experienced environmental and sustainability professional, who is keen to challenge yourself, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>All third party applications will be passed to Robert Half.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNDc0MTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half have partnered on an exclsuive basis with a growing Pharmaceutical/MedTech organisation in the Greater Manchester area to recruit and IT Manager on a permanent basis.<br /><br />As the IT Manager, you will lead the planning, implementation, maintenance, and security of IT systems, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and external vendors to support secure, scalable, and compliant technology solutions across the organisation. Experience in regulated industries, particularly within healthcare, is highly desirable.<br /><br /><strong>Responsibilities:<br /></strong></p><ul><li>Lead the day-to-day operations of the IT team including the dedicated service desk, infrastructure maintenance and systems management.</li><li>Be responsible for meeting IT Service Desk SLA's and achieving KPI's</li><li>Develop policies and drive process improvement in line with standards such as ITIL and Cyber Essentials.</li><li>Ensure that company policies are implemented, review and maintain procedures and ensure necessary tracking information is captured.</li><li>Lead and manage the IT team Comprising of Senior IT Engineers and an IT Engineer, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities to ensure the team's success and alignment with organisational goals.</li><li>Engage with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Manage and maintain IT budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships. Own, develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources and services supplied to the business.</li><li>Contribute to and ensure first line security of the organisation IT systems and data through implementing cybersecurity measures.</li><li>Ensure network and system security, ensuring compliance with data protection laws (e.g., GDPR) and any other appropriate regulatory standards.</li><li>Lead IT projects, including Company acquisitions, software and hardware upgrades, migrations, and digital transformation initiatives.</li><li>Covering team absences which may require time filling other team roles, such as commissioning equipment, covering the help desk, technical research and implementation.</li><li>Provide technical support, training and communications to end-users as part of the wider change projects.</li><li>Monitor system performance and implement improvements as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience/Skills required:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in an IT Manager or similar leadership role, preferably within healthcare, life sciences, or medical communications.</li><li>Strong knowledge of cloud-based platforms (especially Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Azure).</li><li>Excellent understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR, ISO 27001).</li><li>Experience supporting hybrid/remote teams using collaboration tools such as Teams, Zoom, and project management systems.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary/logistics:</strong></p><ul><li>£60,000-£70,000 + additional benefits</li><li>Hybrid working - 2/3 days a week on site as standard.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjM0OTg5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="213" data-end="688">Robert Half is partnering a well established Macclesfield based manufacturing company in the appointment of a qualified Finance Manager to join its growing business within a wider group structure. The successful candidate will take responsibility for all core finance functions from accounting and reporting through to budgeting, forecasting, and commercial financial support, ensuring financial stability, compliance, and providing insightful analysis that helps guide strategic and operational decision-making across the group.</p><p data-start="213" data-end="688">Reporting into the Managing Director with a line into the Group Financial Controller, duties are as follows:</p><ul data-end="2211" data-start="717"><li data-start="717" data-end="919">Lead the full finance function, including day-to-day accounting, management of ledgers, bank reconciliations, creditor/debtor control, and cash-flow management. </li><li data-end="1110" data-start="920"><p data-start="922" data-end="1110">Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts, balance sheets, profit & loss statements, cashflow reports, and other financial statements</p></li><li data-end="1335" data-start="1111"><p data-start="1113" data-end="1335">Develop, maintain and monitor budgets and forecasts (short-term and long-term), including variance analysis and scenario modelling to support business planning and growth strategies. </p></li><li data-start="1336" data-end="1549"><p data-start="1338" data-end="1549">Provide financial insight and analysis to senior management and group leadership to support commercial decisions, investments, cost control and profitability optimisation.</p></li><li data-end="1712" data-start="1550"><p data-start="1552" data-end="1712">Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, statutory reporting requirements, tax, VAT and other obligations. </p></li><li data-end="1951" data-start="1713"><p data-start="1715" data-end="1951">Manage and lead a team of 3 finance staff; act as a key point of contact within the group for finance interactions and consolidate group-level financial information where required.</p></li><li data-start="1952" data-end="2211"><p data-start="1954" data-end="2211">Drive improvement and standardisation of finance processes and systems (e.g. accounting software, process automation, internal control frameworks) to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and scalability as the business grows. </p></li></ul><p data-start="2213" data-end="2241"><strong data-end="2239" data-start="2213">Candidate Requirements</strong></p><ul data-end="3437" data-start="2242"><li data-end="2386" data-start="2242"><p data-start="2244" data-end="2386">Fully qualified accountant (e.g. ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent recognised qualification/experience.</p></li><li data-end="2386" data-start="2242"><p data-end="2386" data-start="2244">Post-qualification experience in a Finance Manager (or senior finance) role, ideally within an SME or group-structured business.</p></li><li data-end="2759" data-start="2581"><p data-end="2759" data-start="2583">Strong technical accounting skills, including experience with UK accounting standards, month-end and year-end close, financial statement preparation, and financial reporting.</p></li><li data-end="2962" data-start="2760"><p data-start="2762" data-end="2962">Proven ability in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and analysis; comfortable preparing and presenting financial information to senior stakeholders and supporting strategic decision-making.</p></li><li data-start="2963" data-end="3115"><p data-start="2965" data-end="3115">Excellent commercial awareness: ability to understand and interpret business performance, profitability drivers, costs, margins and financial risks.</p></li><li data-start="3116" data-end="3286"><p data-end="3286" data-start="3118">Strong Excel skills, SAP advantageous</p></li><li data-end="3437" data-start="3287"><p data-start="3289" data-end="3437">Strong communication and leadership abilities; capable of managing and liaising with multiple stakeholders across departments and the wider group.</p></li></ul><p data-end="3473" data-start="3439"><strong data-start="3439" data-end="3471">What's On Offer </strong></p><ul data-end="4008" data-start="3474"><li data-end="3587" data-start="3474"><p data-end="3587" data-start="3476">A key role within a group environment, offering exposure to multiple business units and commercial functions.</p></li><li data-end="3729" data-start="3588"><p data-start="3590" data-end="3729">Opportunity to shape and drive financial strategy, improve financial processes, and have a meaningful impact on growth and profitability.</p></li><li data-start="3730" data-end="3855"><p data-end="3855" data-start="3732">Collaboration with senior leadership and operational teams, influencing business decisions with robust financial insight.</p></li><li data-end="4008" data-start="3856"><p data-start="3858" data-end="4008">A dynamic, evolving environment where flexibility and proactive thinking are valued, and where the finance function plays a central, strategic role.</p></li></ul><p>This is a great business to be part of, a friendly and supportive team offering hybrid working and on-site parking. </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjA3MjU5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="158" data-end="556"><strong>Robert Half are recruiting for an exciting new contract opportunity! This role is fully remote or working from their Solihull offices on a hybrid basis if preferred.</strong> The HR Operations Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day delivery of HR operational services across the business. This role ensures that core HR processes across the employee lifecycle-including onboarding, payroll coordination, HR systems, employee data, benefits administration, and policy governance-are delivered consistently, efficiently, and in line with regulatory requirements.</p><p data-end="926" data-start="558">Acting as a key link between the People team, Finance, managers, and external partners, the HR Operations Manager drives service excellence, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency. The role also leads the HR Operations team and uses data, systems, and standardised processes to enhance the employee experience and support informed business decision-making.</p><h2 data-start="1418" data-end="1445"><strong data-start="1421" data-end="1445">Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><h3 data-start="1447" data-end="1483">HR Operations & Service Delivery</h3><ul data-start="1484" data-end="2018"><li data-start="1484" data-end="1653"><p data-start="1486" data-end="1653">Lead the delivery of HR operational services across the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, payroll coordination, and employee data management.</p></li><li data-start="1654" data-end="1877"><p data-end="1877" data-start="1656">Act as the primary point of contact for operational HR queries and provide pragmatic advice to managers on employee relations matters, including contractual terms, absence management, policies, and consultation processes.</p></li><li data-start="1878" data-end="2018"><p data-end="2018" data-start="1880">Ensure HR services are delivered consistently and in line with internal governance, employment legislation, and data protection standards.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2053" data-start="2020">HR Systems, Data & Compliance</h3><ul data-start="2054" data-end="2513"><li data-start="2054" data-end="2216"><p data-end="2216" data-start="2056">Own and optimise the use of the HRIS (Sage HR), ensuring data accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with GDPR, employment legislation, and ISO requirements.</p></li><li data-end="2306" data-start="2217"><p data-end="2306" data-start="2219">Maintain ownership of the company's HMRC SMS visa portal and ensure ongoing compliance.</p></li><li data-end="2403" data-start="2307"><p data-end="2403" data-start="2309">Conduct regular audits and quality checks to safeguard the integrity of HR data and processes.</p></li><li data-end="2513" data-start="2404"><p data-end="2513" data-start="2406">Leverage workforce data and insights to support senior leadership decision-making and service improvements.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2515" data-end="2554">Leadership & Stakeholder Management</h3><ul data-end="2981" data-start="2555"><li data-start="2555" data-end="2690"><p data-start="2557" data-end="2690">Provide line management and development support to the HR Operations team, promoting a high-performance and customer-focused culture.</p></li><li data-end="2856" data-start="2691"><p data-start="2693" data-end="2856">Build strong, collaborative relationships with People teams, Finance, Payroll, regional HR colleagues, and wider stakeholders to ensure joined-up service delivery.</p></li><li data-start="2857" data-end="2981"><p data-end="2981" data-start="2859">Act as the escalation point for complex or sensitive HR operational issues, resolving them efficiently and professionally.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="3455" data-end="3484">Change & Project Delivery</h3><ul data-end="3795" data-start="3485"><li data-start="3485" data-end="3594"><p data-start="3487" data-end="3594">Lead and support HR Operations activity related to TUPE transfers, restructures, and redundancy programmes.</p></li><li data-end="3697" data-start="3595"><p data-start="3597" data-end="3697">Partner with overseas HR teams to align operational processes and ensure consistency across regions.</p></li><li data-start="3698" data-end="3795"><p data-start="3700" data-end="3795">Provide cross-coverage for international People Operations during peak periods or annual leave.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="3823" data-start="3797">Broader People Support</h3><ul data-end="5103" data-start="4211"><li data-end="3989" data-start="3824"><p data-end="3989" data-start="3826">Act as the dedicated HR Advisor for specific business units, supporting recruitment activity, employee relations cases, organisational change, and people planning.</p></li><li data-end="4165" data-start="3990"><p data-start="3992" data-end="4165">Contribute to wider People & Culture initiatives beyond core operations, including learning and development delivery, workplace strategy, engagement, and culture programmes.</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4xNzIyMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Large Financial Services client with offices in Northampton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support the Finance Director and oversee all finance and payroll activity,. You will help to prepare all internal and external financial reporting as well as providing expert timely and insightful financial analysis, to support the business in maximising profitability and efficiency. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts and other financial reports including budgets and KPIs.</li><li>Produce high quality monthly consolidated and entity management accounts, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, to agreed deadlines with supporting operational analysis.</li><li>Undertake analysis as required on company performance, highlighting areas of concern or risk.</li><li>Develop analysis as required to support the development and subsequent measurement of sales strategies.</li><li>Manage forecasts for the annual business plan and report monthly cost actuals against business plans.</li><li>Present reports to senior management to assist with business planning and decision making and goal achievement.</li><li>Oversight of AP and AR</li><li>P+L Reviews</li><li>Payroll Processing</li><li>Team Management</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ideally from within a Practice environment with prior experience working in a Finance Manager or Financial Controller position and with experience of producing monthly consolidated management accounts for a group of companies. In addition you will have strong reporting and process improvement exposure with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and performance/risk analysis This is an excellent Senior Opportunity within a fast paced, growing organisation.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is working on a 5 days a week basis in the office in Northampton from their impressive offices and is paying £70-80K + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTE1MzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title: Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Coventry (Hybrid)</p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-time and Permanent</p><p><strong>Reports To:</strong> Founders / Owners of the Business</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £85,000</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a fast-growing Coventry-based SME expanding rapidly across the UK and the US. As they scale our operations, we are looking for a proactive and driven Financial Controller to take full ownership of their finance function. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-growth business at a pivotal stage and play a key role in shaping the financial future of the company.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Financial Controller, you will be the number one in finance, responsible for leading and developing all financial processes, controls and reporting across the business. You will be hands-on in the day-to-day operations while also providing strategic insight to support decision-making at senior level. This role will suit someone who is motivated, ambitious, and eager to grow with the business as they expand internationally.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Finance Leadership & Ownership</strong></p><ul><li>Take full responsibility for the end-to-end finance function</li><li>Partner closely with the business owners to provide financial insight and strategic recommendations</li><li>Develop and implement robust financial controls, processes and systems</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements and board reporting</li><li>Ensure compliance with UK and US accounting standards and statutory requirements</li><li>Oversee tax submissions and liaise with external accountants (UK and US)</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the budgeting and forecasting process</li><li>Produce insightful financial analysis to support commercial decisions</li><li>Monitor company performance and highlight opportunities, risks and trends</li></ul><p><strong>Cashflow & Investment Management</strong></p><ul><li>Manage cashflow forecasting and working capital</li><li>Support the owners with investment planning, modelling and due diligence</li><li>Oversee banking and investment activity.</li></ul><p><strong>US Expansion & Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure accurate accounting and reporting for US operations</li><li>Maintain understanding of US GAAP and relevant tax requirements</li><li>Support operational teams as the company grows across America</li></ul><p><strong>Operational & Hands-On Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day finance tasks (AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, month-end)</li><li>Implement process improvements and optimise financial workflows</li><li>Work with external auditors, advisors and tax partners</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>We are looking for someone who is:</strong></p><ul><li>Proactive, self-motivated and comfortable owning the finance function</li><li>Ambitious and eager to grow with a scaling business</li><li>A natural problem-solver who thrives in a fast-moving environment</li><li>Comfortable working hands-on while thinking strategically</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Essential Experience & Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or QBE (Qualified by Experience)</li><li>Experience in an SME environment, ideally as a Financial Controller or similar role</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards</li><li>Understanding of US GAAP, US tax considerations and cross-border operations</li><li>Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Interested? Please reach out to find out more!</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW1yaXQuU2hva2VyLjQ3OTMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>We are seeking a qualified Finance Business Partner (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with strong experience in project accounting for construction, engineering, or technical services, proven expertise in WIP management, margin analysis, and advanced Excel/ERP systems to act as a true business partner across global operations. You will deliver insightful analysis, steer financial decision-making, and collaborate closely with business leaders to drive performance and support transformation.</p><p>Join a global business, acting as finance lead and strategic partner to project and operations teams. Translate complex financials into actionable insight, challenge assumptions, and drive improved margin and project outcomes. Own divisional forecasting and budgeting and deliver robust financial control and data integrity to support business growth and integration.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Essential Requirements</strong>:</p><ul><li>Immediately available or short notice period.</li><li>Fully qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)</li><li>Demonstrated experience with project accounting and partnering with operational teams in construction, engineering, or technical services</li><li>Deep understanding of WIP management, cost-to-complete forecasting, revenue recognition, and commercial drivers</li><li>Broad exposure to manufacturing or service cost accounting, ideally in an SME or integration context</li><li>Advanced Excel and ERP system literacy, experience with project accounting tools, and data visualisation/reporting</li><li>Excellent analytical, influencing, and communication skills; proactive, commercial acumen, and attention to detail</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Partner with business leaders to drive financial performance, cost recovery, and profitability</li><li>Lead monthly management accounts and financial reporting for multiple divisions and complex projects, adding analysis and commentary to inform commercial decisions</li><li>Take ownership of WIP and margin analysis, ensuring accuracy, strong controls, and clear communication of project risks and opportunities</li><li>Use advanced Excel and ERP skills to create MI dashboards, review KPIs, and drive operational improvements</li><li>Oversee budgeting/forecasting cycles, consolidate project-level forecasts, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives</li><li>Support integration and process improvement initiatives, standardising project accounting templates, controls, and reporting across the business</li><li>Influence and advise board/divisional leadership, preparing commercial packs, scenario analysis, and strategic recommendations</li><li>Champion cost-based revenue recognition practices and facilitate data discipline and accountability across operational teams</li><li>Lead on supplier/subcontractor review, business case analysis, and transformation projects</li><li>Act as change agent, supporting business integration, M&A, and operational transformation with strong financial insight</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Ideal Candidate</strong>:<br /> Qualified Finance Business Partner or Management Accountant with a hands-on, commercially driven approach; proven track record as a business partner in project-based environments. Skilled at challenging stakeholders and adding value beyond traditional accounting. Ready to step into a strategic finance position in a dynamic, global company.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VGluby5GcmVldGguOTM1NjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a sub £10m turnover manufacturing business, part of a much larger group, to recruit an <strong>Interim Financial Controller</strong> 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.</p><p><strong>Overview</strong><br />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.</p><p><strong>The role</strong><br />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.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Reviewing and improving financial processes, controls and reporting</p></li><li><p>Bringing local finance practices in line with parent company standards</p></li><li><p>Producing robust management accounts and analysis</p></li><li><p>Improving cost control, stock and manufacturing reporting</p></li><li><p>Supporting operational teams with clearer financial insight</p></li><li><p>Ensuring compliance with group policies and timelines</p></li><li><p>Acting as a hands-on Financial Controller within a small SME environment</p></li></ul><p><strong>Who we are looking for</strong><br />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.</p><p>You are likely to have:</p><ul><li><p>Proven experience as a Financial Controller within manufacturing</p></li><li><p>Extensive experience working in SME environments</p></li><li><p>A track record of improving processes and controls</p></li><li><p>Experience aligning smaller businesses to group or parent company standards</p></li><li><p>A practical, delivery-focused mindset</p></li><li><p>Availability to commit on a 3 to 6 month basis, either full-time or part-time</p></li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong><br />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.</p><p>On offer is:</p><ul><li><p>A 3 to 6 month contract</p></li><li><p>Flexibility around full-time or part-time engagement</p></li><li><p>A Walsall-based assignment</p></li><li><p>The chance to make a tangible impact quickly</p></li></ul><p>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.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS45OTM1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Systems Accountant</strong></p><p>📍 Coventry (Hybrid)</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Business</strong></p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a client who are a fast-paced and innovative manufacturer operating at the forefront of their industry. The team is ambitious, collaborative, and motivated by progress whether that's through innovation, building a trusted brand, or creating a workplace people are proud to be part of.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Senior Systems Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in the ongoing development, optimisation, and governance of the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central platform. Already implemented across the organisation, Business Central underpins the financial, manufacturing, and sales operations. You'll work closely with stakeholders across all departments, combining hands-on system configuration with business process analysis, ensuring the platform evolves in line with operational needs and long-term strategy.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the subject matter expert for Dynamics 365 Business Central, delivering configuration, workflow automation, and system enhancements.</li><li>Partner with stakeholders to translate business needs into effective technical solutions.</li><li>Manage system upgrades, testing cycles, and change delivery with minimal disruption.</li><li>Provide user training, support, and clear documentation.</li><li>Oversee and maintain integrations with other enterprise platforms.</li><li>Support master data management and governance, ensuring accuracy and ownership.</li><li>Contribute to the systems roadmap and wider digital transformation initiatives.</li><li>Provide hands-on involvement throughout project lifecycles, from requirements gathering through to deployment and post-live support.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.</li><li>Strong understanding of core business processes and internal controls.</li><li>Comfortable working independently across both business and technical teams.</li><li>Experience with system upgrades, user support, and process improvement.</li><li>Relevant Microsoft certifications are desirable.</li><li>Familiarity with the Microsoft Power Platform or middleware tools (e.g. Zapier) would be advantageous.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of a business-critical systems function in a high-growth organisation.</li><li>Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with a flat structure.</li><li>Play a key role in digital transformation projects that will shape the future of the business.</li><li>Join a team that values innovation, progression, and creating a supportive culture.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Interested to hear more?</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW1yaXQuU2hva2VyLjI0NDM0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="317" data-end="507">Robert Half is a highly experienced Senior Data Insights Analyst to play a pivotal role in transforming data into actionable insight that drives both strategic and operational decision-making.</p><p data-end="827" data-start="509">This role sits at the intersection of analytics, finance, and business partnering. You will deliver high-impact insights, develop robust analytical models, and work closely with senior leaders to help the organisation understand performance, optimise profitability, and uncover opportunities for growth and efficiency.</p><p data-end="984" data-start="829">This is a unique opportunity to help shape how data is used across a complex, federated environment and to influence decision-making at the highest levels.</p><p data-end="984" data-start="829"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Develop high-value insights across key performance metrics with defined data domains - finance, retail, pricing and promotion, facilities management etc </li><li>Build advanced analytical and financial models to support strategic decisions</li><li>Act as trusted insight partner to senior business and finance stakeholders</li><li>Work closely with Business Intelligence teams within a hub-and-spoke operating model</li><li>Partner with Data Governance teams to ensure finance data is well-managed, trusted and consistently understood</li><li>Contribute to the design and continuous improvement of data products and dashboards</li><li>Develop analytical solutions using tools such as SQL, Power BI, Databricks</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience: </strong></p><ul><li>Strong SQL, Power BI and financial data modelling</li><li>Experience working with enterprise data models, semantic layers, or governned data domains</li><li>Proven experience partnering with senior finance and business stakeholders</li><li>Strong communications skills with the ability to influence decisions and shape financial narratives</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Up to £65,000</li><li>10% bonus</li><li>6% matched pension</li><li>Private healthcare</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um94eS5MYXcuMjkxNjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
