<p></p><p>We are currently recruiting for a professional and personable Receptionist to join a well-established business within the financial services sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being the first point of contact for clients and visitors while providing administrative support to a busy office environment.</p><p>This is an office-based role, five days per week, and requires someone who is available to start immediately or within the next few days.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Managing the reception area and providing a professional front-of-house service</li><li>Greeting clients, visitors and colleagues in a friendly and welcoming manner</li><li>Operating and managing a busy switchboard, directing calls appropriately</li><li>Handling incoming and outgoing post and deliveries</li><li>Managing meeting room bookings and preparing rooms for meetings</li><li>Supporting the wider team with general administrative duties</li><li>Maintaining office supplies and ensuring reception and communal areas are kept tidy and presentable</li><li>Assisting with ad hoc office administration as required</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul><li>Previous experience in a Receptionist, Front of House or Office Assistant role</li><li>Confident handling a switchboard and high volume of telephone calls</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Strong organisational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office applications</li><li>Professional, reliable and able to work independently</li><li>Immediately available or able to start at short notice</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Immediate start opportunity</li><li>Friendly and professional working environment</li><li>Valuable experience within a respected financial services organisation</li><li>Full-time office-based role in Solihull</li><li>Temporary assignment expected to last approximately 2-3 months</li></ul><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS43NTAzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working in partnership with a reputable, continuously growing company in Cirencester to recruit a Credit Controller role on a full-time permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for a proactive and organised Credit Controller to join their Finance team. This role is key to reducing outstanding debt, supporting company policies, improving cash flow, and ensuring timely payment collection while maintaining strong customer relationships. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer accounts, resolving payment queries efficiently, and providing vital support to the wider Finance function and business growth. The salary is up to £30,000 plus hybrid working and other excellent benefits. </p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the role will consist of:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Chase outstanding payments by telephone and email, agree payment dates, and maintain accurate records of customer conversations.</li><li>Managing debtor communications in line with company credit control policy, including sending reminder letters, copy invoices, and proof of delivery documents.</li><li>Issuing sales invoices and credit notes to maintenance customers and submit invoices and credits through customer portals.</li><li>Posting cash receipts accurately and carry out general customer account administration, including credit account applications.</li><li>Liaising closely with Sales Teams to resolve customer queries and disputes promptly while maintaining positive customer relationships.</li><li>Processing credit checks, report on debtor status to the Assistant Finance Manager, and provide cover across Accounts Receivable and other finance functions as needed.</li></ul><h3> </h3><p><strong>About you..</strong></p><p> </p><p>To be considered for the Credit Controller role, you must ideally possess the following skills/experience:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Must have 2+ years within credit control or accounts receivable.</li><li>Confident communicating with customers by phone and email.</li><li>Highly organised with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Able to manage queries and disputes professionally and efficiently.</li><li>Comfortable working collaboratively with internal stakeholders.</li><li>Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£28,000 - £30,000 annual salary</li><li>Hybrid working; 2 days from home, 3 days on site</li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>25 days annual leave</li><li>Life assurance </li><li>On site parking</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4yODc0Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Technical Accountant - Remote - 6 month assignment - up to £400/day </strong></p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a long-standing client in their search for a qualified accountant, for a 6 month assignment. This is a high-impact role where you'll play a key part in strengthening financial governance, shaping accounting practices and driving continuous improvement across a complex, commercially focused business.</p><p>Working closely with senior finance leadership, you'll be at the heart of financial reporting, audit coordination and governance. From advising on complex accounting matters to enhancing internal controls and influencing commercial decisions, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact while developing your expertise in a challenging and varied environment.</p><p><strong>Key Details: </strong></p><ul class="gflkrc gflkz5 gfllgi"><li><strong>Job Title</strong>: Technical Accountant</li><li><strong>Pay rate</strong>: Up to £400/day (inside IR35), DOE</li><li><strong>Location</strong>: remote with occasional travel to Scotland, London and the South West</li><li><strong>Contract Length</strong>: 6 months</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul class="gflkrc gflkz5 gfllgi"><li><strong>Leading audit coordination</strong> - managing and coordinating internal and external audits, ensuring deadlines are met and outputs are delivered to a high standard.</li><li><strong>Strengthening financial governance</strong> - supporting half-year and year-end reporting, preparing governance documentation and ensuring compliance with internal controls.</li><li><strong>Providing technical accounting expertise</strong> - preparing and reviewing technical accounting papers, interpreting accounting standards and advising finance teams on complex accounting matters, including IFRS 15 and long-term commercial contracts.</li><li><strong>Influencing commercial decisions</strong> - analysing contract performance, challenging forecast assumptions and identifying unusual trends, financial risks and potential accounting issues.</li><li><strong>Driving continuous improvement</strong> - delivering assurance programmes, strengthening internal controls and identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting.</li><li><strong>Developing accounting knowledge</strong> - creating technical guidance and delivering training to improve understanding of complex accounting concepts across the business.</li><li><strong>Partnering with senior stakeholders</strong> - collaborating with senior finance leaders, FP&A and Group Finance to develop controls, support new contract opportunities and enhance financial performance.</li><li><strong>Ensuring compliance</strong> - reviewing the application of accounting policies and overseeing adherence to contract review and governance requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul class="gflkrc gflkz5 gfllgi"><li>ACA or ACCA qualification.</li><li>Previous experience in practice, particularly within audit.</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge, including experience with IFRS 15 and long-term commercial contracts.</li><li>Experience working within a large organisation, engaging with stakeholders across multiple teams or locations.</li><li>Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate clear, actionable insights.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word, alongside experience in financial modelling.</li><li>The confidence to challenge assumptions, influence senior stakeholders and provide clear, constructive advice.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with a genuine interest in improving processes, strengthening controls and enhancing financial reporting.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMzI3NTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2>Finance Systems & Transformation Analyst</h2><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>We're looking for a Finance Systems & Transformation Analyst to join an established financial services organisation that is continuing to develop and improve its finance function.</p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working at the point where finance and technology meet. You'll bring an understanding of how a finance function operates, alongside an interest in how systems, processes and technology can be used to improve the way a business works.</p><p>You'll have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of improvement initiatives, work with stakeholders across the organisation and help shape more efficient, reliable ways of working.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll play an important part in helping the finance function get more from its systems and processes. This will involve a mixture of project work, problem-solving and ongoing improvements, including:</p><ul><li><p>Exploring how existing finance processes operate and identifying areas where things could be done more effectively.</p></li><li><p>Investigating system-related issues and working with colleagues to develop practical solutions.</p></li><li><p>Getting involved in finance projects, from understanding business needs and assessing proposed changes through to testing and implementation.</p></li><li><p>Looking at how financial information is shared across different applications, helping to identify inconsistencies and improve data quality.</p></li><li><p>Partnering with Finance, IT and other business teams to understand challenges and translate them into workable improvements.</p></li><li><p>Finding ways to simplify manual activities, reduce duplication and make better use of technology and automation.</p></li><li><p>Helping ensure new developments are introduced effectively, with appropriate checks and processes in place.</p></li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're open to backgrounds here. You could already be working in a Finance Systems or Systems Accountant position, or you may be a Financial Accountant or Management Accountant who has developed a strong interest in systems and transformation.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>A good grounding in financial accounting and an understanding of how finance teams operate.</p></li><li><p>Experience of being involved in finance systems improvements, projects, upgrades or implementations.</p></li><li><p>An appreciation of how financial data is managed and transferred between different systems.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to testing, process changes, automation or systems-related problem-solving.</p></li><li><p>The confidence to work with a range of stakeholders, including both finance and technical teams.</p></li><li><p>A naturally inquisitive approach, with the ability to question existing processes and identify opportunities to improve them.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Why Apply?</strong></p><p>This is an opportunity to broaden your experience beyond traditional finance responsibilities and become involved in the development of the systems and processes that underpin a finance function.</p><p>You'll have the chance to work across different areas of the business, contribute to meaningful improvement projects and make a visible difference to how finance operates.</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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC4wMDQ3Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2 data-section-id="1bo7kfo" data-start="0" class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-end="40">Head of Business Systems & Technology - Fully Remote</h2><p data-start="42" data-end="377">Our client is a purpose-driven, PE-backed professional services organisation that partners with global businesses to deliver leadership development, coaching and talent solutions. With ambitious growth plans and continued investment in technology, they are looking for a technology leader to help shape the next phase of their journey.</p><h3 data-section-id="l1y6o1" data-start="379" data-end="435">Drive Technology. Lead Transformation. Shape Growth.</h3><p data-end="630" data-start="437">We're looking for a commercially minded technology leader to take ownership of our technology strategy, systems landscape and business transformation agenda during an exciting period of growth.</p><p data-end="904" data-start="632">As Head of Business Systems & Technology, you'll act as the technology voice within the leadership team, overseeing our technology estate, leading strategic projects, managing key vendor relationships and driving improvements across systems, data, security and operations.</p><p data-end="1103" data-start="906">This is a highly visible role where you'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, helping to build a scalable, secure and efficient technology function that supports long-term growth.</p><h3 data-section-id="ert108" data-start="1105" data-end="1126">What You'll Bring</h3><ul data-end="1587" data-start="1128"><li data-end="1219" data-start="1128" data-section-id="hhd90n">Experience leading technology strategy and business systems within a growing organisation</li><li data-end="1295" data-section-id="5dhylm" data-start="1220">Strong knowledge of Salesforce, Microsoft 365 and enterprise applications</li><li data-section-id="qnzfus" data-start="1296" data-end="1381">Proven success delivering transformation programmes and business change initiatives</li><li data-section-id="cbjg39" data-start="1382" data-end="1447">Experience managing third-party vendors and technology partners</li><li data-start="1448" data-section-id="4ek1mn" data-end="1504">Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills</li><li data-end="1587" data-start="1505" data-section-id="ijsizu">A commercial mindset with the ability to influence at senior and executive level</li></ul><h3 data-section-id="1fahjvh" data-start="1589" data-end="1602">Why Join?</h3><ul data-end="1939" data-start="1604"><li data-section-id="gj74v7" data-start="1604" data-end="1668">Opportunity to shape technology strategy at a leadership level</li><li data-end="1728" data-start="1669" data-section-id="1x47un9">High-impact role with significant autonomy and visibility</li><li data-end="1760" data-section-id="dfoxg9" data-start="1729">Annual bonus</li><li data-end="1812" data-start="1776" data-section-id="ohiwzz">25 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li data-end="1831" data-section-id="1adcmjo" data-start="1813">6 wellbeing days</li><li data-start="1832" data-section-id="7ekzgd" data-end="1848">Pension scheme</li><li data-end="1869" data-start="1849" data-section-id="19xlqaw">Christmas shutdown</li><li data-section-id="1goj7sc" data-start="1870" data-end="1939">Join a growing PE-backed business at a pivotal stage of its journey</li></ul><p data-is-only-node="" data-end="2096" data-is-last-node="" data-start="1941"><strong data-is-last-node="" data-start="1941" data-end="2096">If you're passionate about using technology to drive business success and enjoy leading change in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.</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/V2lsbC5TdGVhZC45MjAxOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>IT Operations Manager<br />Reading | £65,000 | Permanent | 5 days office-based initially, reducing to 3 days after probation<br />We are recruiting for an experienced IT Operations Manager to join a growing organisation based in Reading.<br />This is a key role within the technology function, responsible for ensuring the organisation's IT services and infrastructure are reliable, secure, efficient and aligned with business needs.<br />Reporting to the Head of Technology, you will lead day-to-day IT operations, oversee technical support, manage service partners and drive continuous improvement across the IT environment.<br />The role<br />You will take ownership of IT service delivery and operational performance, ensuring systems remain stable, secure and available while delivering a high level of service to users across the organisation.<br />Key responsibilities will include:<br />* Leading the day-to-day operation of IT infrastructure, systems, networks and end-user services<br />* Managing and developing technical support capabilities<br />* Ensuring IT services meet agreed SLAs and performance targets<br />* Managing incidents, problems, changes and major incidents<br />* Driving continuous improvement across IT operations and service management<br />* Maintaining the stability and security of Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory/Entra ID and endpoint services<br />* Overseeing infrastructure upgrades, patching and lifecycle management<br />* Supporting disaster recovery and business continuity<br />* Managing third-party IT suppliers and service providers<br />* Monitoring supplier performance against agreed SLAs<br />* Working closely with security teams to manage vulnerabilities, risks and compliance<br />* Producing operational reports and performance dashboards<br />* Managing operational budgets and identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies<br />* Leading, coaching and developing members of the IT team<br />About you<br />We are looking for an experienced IT Operations, Infrastructure or Service Delivery professional who combines strong technical understanding with excellent people and stakeholder management skills.<br />You will ideally have:<br />* Significant experience in IT Operations, Infrastructure Management or Service Delivery<br />* Experience managing technical support and/or infrastructure teams<br />* Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure and Active Directory/Entra ID<br />* Experience working within an ITIL-based service management environment<br />* Strong experience managing incidents, problems, changes and operational risk<br />* Excellent supplier and stakeholder management skills<br />* Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities<br />* Excellent written and verbal communication skills<br />* A degree in IT, Computer Science or equivalent professional experience<br />Desirable experience includes hybrid cloud environments, cyber security frameworks, digital transformation, AI strategy, DevOps/SRE and relevant ITIL or Microsoft certifications.<br />What you'll get<br />* £65,000 salary<br />* Permanent position<br />* Reading-based<br />* 5 days in the office initially, reducing to 3 days per week after successful completion of probation<br />* Monday-Friday, 7:00am to 4:00pm or 7:30am-4:30pm<br />* 24 days' holiday + bank holidays<br />* Opportunity to play a key role in the development and improvement of the IT function<br />* Supportive environment focused on initiative, learning, collaboration and continuous improvement<br />Our values<br />We believe in Deliver, Initiative, Appreciation, Learn and Support.<br />We want people who take ownership, use their initiative, learn from challenges and work collaboratively to deliver great results.<br />If you're an experienced IT Operations Manager, IT Infrastructure Manager or Service Delivery Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy44NTExNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Seeking an experienced, commercially focused Interim CIO to lead the stabilisation and transformation of a UK IT Managed Services Provider (MSP).</p><p>Operating across four UK locations, the business has grown through acquisition and delivers strong organic growth and profitability, serving predominantly SME clients.</p><p>Following significant changes to the Executive Leadership Team, the immediate focus is on strengthening leadership, embedding operational structures and driving performance. The role combines operational and financial accountability with strategic client engagement, technology transformation and commercial growth.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>Interim CIO to lead the stabilisation and transformation of a UK IT Managed Services Provider (MSP).</li><li>Provide strategic and operational leadership following significant changes to the Executive Leadership Team.</li><li>Drive operational performance, organisational development and technology transformation across a multi-site business.</li><li>Combine internal leadership and financial accountability with senior client engagement and commercial growth.</li><li>Initially focused on stabilisation, with the remit evolving towards longer-term business transformation.</li><li>Potential for the interim appointment to transition into a permanent executive leadership role.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Stabilise the business following significant changes to the Executive Leadership Team, providing clear direction and leadership.</li><li>Review, refine and embed the organisational structure across the IT and service delivery functions.</li><li>Take responsibility for a £5.8m operational budget, driving financial performance, cost efficiency and profitability.</li><li>Lead the implementation of Halo, the new service management and ticketing platform.</li><li>Oversee the NetSuite upgrade, improving operational processes, financial reporting and business visibility.</li><li>Drive operational efficiency, standardisation and service delivery improvements across all four UK locations.</li><li>Act as the senior executive point of contact for key clients, strengthening relationships and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.</li><li>Identify and deliver cross-selling, account expansion and organic revenue growth opportunities.</li><li>Support geographic expansion, including the development and opening of new branches.</li><li>Develop and execute a longer-term transformation strategy to create a scalable, efficient and commercially focused MSP platform.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Established IT Managed Services Provider with a strong presence in the SME market.</li><li>Delivers a broad range of managed IT services alongside hardware resale.</li><li>Strong track record of organic revenue growth and profitability.</li><li>Operates a multi-site business with an established national presence.</li><li>Has grown through acquisitions, with acquired businesses now wholly owned and integrated into a single platform.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjEzMTQyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">