<p data-end="404" data-start="177"><strong data-end="188" data-start="177">Salary:</strong> £55,000 - £60,000<br / data-start="206" data-end="209"> <strong data-start="209" data-end="222">Location:</strong> Initially office-based, moving to hybrid (3 days in office) once settled<br / data-end="298" data-start="295"> <strong data-start="298" data-end="311">Contract:</strong> Full-time, permanent<br / data-end="335" data-start="332"><strong>Location:</strong> Bishop's Stortford</p><p data-start="406" data-end="745">Robert Half a re looking for an experienced finance leader to head up a Treasury & Accounting function for a trusted client in Bishop's Stortford, supporting two trading subsidiaries. This is a pivotal role overseeing day-to-day finance operations, managing credit risk, and ensuring robust financial controls-while enabling Finance Business Partners to focus on driving commercial growth.</p><h3 data-start="747" data-end="773">What you'll be doing</h3><ul data-end="1462" data-start="774"><li data-end="864" data-start="774"><p data-end="864" data-start="776">Lead and develop a team of six finance professionals across DMG Delta and Data Energy.</p></li><li data-start="865" data-end="969"><p data-end="969" data-start="867">Oversee treasury, accounting, and credit control operations with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.</p></li><li data-start="970" data-end="1041"><p data-end="1041" data-start="972">Drive process improvements, automation, and reporting optimisation.</p></li><li data-end="1126" data-start="1042"><p data-end="1126" data-start="1044">Manage group credit policies, customer risk assessments, and aged debt recovery.</p></li><li data-end="1203" data-start="1127"><p data-end="1203" data-start="1129">Supervise daily cashflow, banking relationships, and financial controls.</p></li><li data-start="1204" data-end="1285"><p data-start="1206" data-end="1285">Ensure compliance with financial regulations, audits, and internal standards.</p></li><li data-end="1390" data-start="1286"><p data-end="1390" data-start="1288">Partner with Finance Business Partners to provide operational insight that supports decision-making.</p></li><li data-end="1462" data-start="1391"><p data-end="1462" data-start="1393">Play a key role in delivering the finance transformation programme.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1492" data-start="1464">What we're looking for</h3><ul data-start="1493" data-end="2001"><li data-end="1595" data-start="1493"><p data-end="1595" data-start="1495">Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with strong operational finance experience.</p></li><li data-end="1671" data-start="1596"><p data-start="1598" data-end="1671">Proven expertise in credit control, debt recovery, and risk management.</p></li><li data-end="1721" data-start="1672"><p data-start="1674" data-end="1721">Solid treasury and cash management knowledge.</p></li><li data-end="1815" data-start="1722"><p data-start="1724" data-end="1815">Strong systems skills (Microsoft 365, advanced Excel, ideally Sage; Power BI/SQL a plus).</p></li><li data-end="1912" data-start="1816"><p data-end="1912" data-start="1818">Experience managing finance teams of 4-8 people with a focus on development and performance.</p></li><li data-start="1913" data-end="2001"><p data-start="1915" data-end="2001">Commercially astute, results-driven, and confident working with senior stakeholders.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2032" data-start="2003">What success looks like</h3><ul data-start="2033" data-end="2376"><li data-start="2033" data-end="2106"><p data-start="2035" data-end="2106">Delivering 95%+ reporting accuracy and stronger operational controls.</p></li><li data-start="2107" data-end="2156"><p data-start="2109" data-end="2156">Maintaining average aged debt within 40 days.</p></li><li data-end="2246" data-start="2157"><p data-start="2159" data-end="2246">Achieving measurable efficiency improvements through process and system optimisation.</p></li><li data-start="2247" data-end="2302"><p data-end="2302" data-start="2249">Building a high-performing, developed finance team.</p></li><li data-start="2303" data-end="2376"><p data-end="2376" data-start="2305">Gaining positive feedback from business leaders on finance's support.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjg1ODU3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="166" data-end="353"><strong data-end="208" data-start="166">Credit Controller </strong><br / data-end="211" data-start="208"> <strong data-end="224" data-start="211">Location:</strong> Stevenage (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days WFH, full-time office during initial training)<br / data-end="317" data-start="314"> <strong data-end="328" data-start="317">Salary:</strong> Competitive + benefits</p><p data-end="662" data-start="355">Robert Half are working with a leading global technology solutions provider to recruit an experienced <strong data-end="478" data-start="457">Credit Controller</strong> for their corporate accounts team. You'll join a supportive, long-standing department of eight, working under highly experienced managers in a fast-paced, international environment.</p><p data-end="662" data-start="355">M<strong>ust have working SAP experience to be considered for this role.</strong></p><p data-start="664" data-end="678"><strong data-start="664" data-end="676">The role</strong></p><ul data-end="1109" data-start="679"><li data-start="679" data-end="764"><p data-end="764" data-start="681">Manage cash collection for large corporate customers (local and export accounts).</p></li><li data-start="765" data-end="839"><p data-end="839" data-start="767">Assess and set credit limits using credit agencies within agreed SLAs.</p></li><li data-start="840" data-end="912"><p data-end="912" data-start="842">Resolve invoice disputes promptly, working closely with sales teams.</p></li><li data-start="913" data-end="995"><p data-end="995" data-start="915">Review aged debt, place delinquent accounts on hold, and set up payment plans.</p></li><li data-start="996" data-end="1058"><p data-start="998" data-end="1058">Apply and maintain credit insurance for specific accounts.</p></li><li data-start="1059" data-end="1109"><p data-end="1109" data-start="1061">Maintain accurate customer and credit records.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1111" data-end="1127"><strong data-start="1111" data-end="1125">MUST HAVE:</strong></p><ul data-start="1128" data-end="1486"><li data-end="1226" data-start="1128"><p data-end="1226" data-start="1130">Several years' <strong data-end="1185" data-start="1145">commercial credit control experience</strong> (corporate ledger exposure essential).</p></li><li data-end="1282" data-start="1227"><p data-start="1229" data-end="1282">Proven experience with <strong data-start="1252" data-end="1279">multi-currency accounts</strong>.</p></li><li data-end="1328" data-start="1283"><p data-start="1285" data-end="1328">Strong knowledge of <strong data-end="1325" data-start="1305">credit insurance</strong>.</p></li><li data-end="1399" data-start="1329"><p data-start="1331" data-end="1399">Ability to analyse <strong data-start="1350" data-end="1374">financial statements</strong> (Balance Sheet & P&L).</p></li><li data-end="1447" data-start="1400"><p data-start="1402" data-end="1447">Confident user of Microsoft Office & Excel.</p></li><li data-end="1486" data-start="1448"><p data-end="1486" data-start="1450">SAP knowledge essential.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1488" data-end="1511"><strong data-start="1488" data-end="1509">Benefits include:</strong></p><ul data-end="1707" data-start="1512"><li data-end="1549" data-start="1512"><p data-end="1549" data-start="1514">Pension scheme (up to 8% matched)</p></li><li data-end="1570" data-start="1550"><p data-end="1570" data-start="1552">Health care plan</p></li><li data-end="1627" data-start="1571"><p data-start="1573" data-end="1627">25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)</p></li><li data-start="1628" data-end="1653"><p data-start="1630" data-end="1653">Flexible home working</p></li><li data-start="1654" data-end="1672"><p data-start="1656" data-end="1672">Onsite parking</p></li><li data-end="1707" data-start="1673"><p data-start="1675" data-end="1707">Reward schemes & cycle to work</p></li></ul><p data-start="1709" data-end="1836">If you're a proactive Credit Controller with a proven track record in a corporate environment, apply now through Robert Half.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuOTg2OTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is recruiting a Financial Controller for our SME manufacturing client in Hertfordshire. The position will be hired on an interim basis for up to 6 months, with potential to become permanent. </p><p>The position of Financial Controller will be varied and require somebody with a hands-on approach, they key duties are as follows; </p><ul><li>Ensure integrity and control of primary financial systems</li><li>Maintain oversight and control of the balance sheet</li><li>Ensure compliance with Segregation of Duties</li><li>Manage provision calculations, including, Inventory provision and Capitalised material variance</li><li>Bad debt and credit notes. Generate E&O and bad debt reports quarterly</li><li>Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements</li><li>Coordinate and direct budget preparation and financial forecasts; report variances</li><li>Create and validate closing trial balances, including analysis and account reconciliations</li><li>Submit all payments and monthly reports to finance, along with sales and margin reporting</li><li>Prepare financial forecasts (P&L and Cash Flow)</li><li>Prepare annual budgets and support strategic planning</li><li>Deliver weekly site performance and cash flow reports</li><li>Oversee costing and inventory management</li><li>Perform cost roll-ups and daily part costing</li><li>Manage annual overhead rate calculations</li><li>Supervise perpetual and full stock counts, including reporting and aged stock disposals</li><li>Coordinate year-end audit with statutory auditors and support external audits, annual accounts preparation, and corporate tax filings.</li><li>Qualified Accountant - essential </li><li>Manufacturing / Engineering background - preferred </li></ul><p>The position of Financial Controller will be paying up to £70k equivalent, and will be hired on an hybrid working basis. This is considered an urgent requirement. </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/amFtZXMuZWxsaXMuMDQ2NzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="351" data-start="162"><strong data-end="236" data-start="162">Global Accounts Payable Administrator - 15 Month FTC (Maternity Cover)</strong><br / data-end="239" data-start="236"> <strong data-start="239" data-end="252">Location:</strong> North Cambridge (Hybrid - 3 days on-site, 2 days from home)<br data-start="312" data-end="315" /> <strong data-start="315" data-end="326">Salary:</strong> £30,000 - £35,000 p.a.</p><p data-start="353" data-end="669">Robert Half are recruiting on behalf of a client in North Cambridge who are seeking a <strong data-start="439" data-end="480">Global Accounts Payable Administrator</strong> to join their finance team on a <strong data-start="513" data-end="545">15-month fixed term contract</strong> (maternity cover). This is a hybrid role, offering the opportunity to work in a collaborative, international environment.</p><p data-end="1056" data-start="671">You will take responsibility for the <strong data-end="862" data-start="830">US accounts payable function</strong>, as well as credit card and virtual card administration. You'll also work alongside the UK Finance Assistant (responsible for GBP accounts payable) and provide support or cover when required.</p><h3 data-start="1058" data-end="1084">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="1085" data-end="2368"><li data-start="1085" data-end="1119"><p data-end="1119" data-start="1087">Supplier set-up and management</p></li><li data-end="1164" data-start="1120"><p data-end="1164" data-start="1122">Managing AP inboxes and handling queries</p></li><li data-end="1296" data-start="1165"><p data-start="1167" data-end="1296">Daily release of purchase orders in the ERP system (validating cost centres, project codes, purchase groups, and VAT treatment)</p></li><li data-end="1411" data-start="1297"><p data-start="1299" data-end="1411">Processing supplier invoices and pro formas against purchase orders, investigating and resolving discrepancies</p></li><li data-start="1412" data-end="1487"><p data-start="1414" data-end="1487">Liaising with operations to confirm receipt of goods prior to invoicing</p></li><li data-end="1576" data-start="1488"><p data-end="1576" data-start="1490">Identifying prepayments and allocating costs across periods when processing invoices</p></li><li data-end="1643" data-start="1577"><p data-start="1579" data-end="1643">Reviewing and managing open purchase orders and aged creditors</p></li><li data-end="1720" data-start="1644"><p data-start="1646" data-end="1720">Processing staff expense claims and credit card claims in the ERP system</p></li><li data-end="1816" data-start="1721"><p data-end="1816" data-start="1723">Monthly self-review and correction of transactions, including journals and expense vouchers</p></li><li data-end="1889" data-start="1817"><p data-end="1889" data-start="1819">Reconciling supplier statements and processing accruals at month-end</p></li><li data-end="1979" data-start="1890"><p data-start="1892" data-end="1979">Administering and reconciling virtual card platforms, processing receipts against POs</p></li><li data-start="1980" data-end="2068"><p data-start="1982" data-end="2068">Arranging invoice payments via online banking, including ad hoc and regular payments</p></li><li data-end="2112" data-start="2069"><p data-start="2071" data-end="2112">Creating and managing payment templates</p></li><li data-start="2113" data-end="2204"><p data-start="2115" data-end="2204">Posting and matching daily bank transactions and preparing monthly bank reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="2307" data-start="2205"><p data-start="2207" data-end="2307">Downloading invoices from supplier portals and assisting with system/process documentation updates</p></li><li data-start="2308" data-end="2368"><p data-end="2368" data-start="2310">Providing ad hoc support to the finance team as required</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2393" data-start="2370">Candidate Profile</h3><p data-end="2410" data-start="2394"><strong data-end="2408" data-start="2394">Essential:</strong></p><ul data-start="2411" data-end="2640"><li data-start="2411" data-end="2464"><p data-end="2464" data-start="2413">Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills</p></li><li data-start="2465" data-end="2517"><p data-start="2467" data-end="2517">Solid problem-solving and time management skills</p></li><li data-start="2518" data-end="2565"><p data-start="2520" data-end="2565">Confident communicator (written and verbal)</p></li></ul><p data-start="2642" data-end="2658"><strong data-end="2656" data-start="2642">Desirable:</strong></p><ul data-end="2798" data-start="2659"><li data-end="2697" data-start="2659"><p data-end="2697" data-start="2661">AAT Qualified (or working towards)</p></li><li data-start="2698" data-end="2764"><p data-end="2764" data-start="2700">Experience with multi-company, multi-currency AP</p></li><li data-end="2798" data-start="2765"><p data-start="2767" data-end="2798">Prior experience with IFS ERP</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2800" data-end="2814">Benefits</h3><p data-end="2908" data-start="2815">This role offers a strong benefits package, including:</p><ul data-start="2909" data-end="3267"><li data-end="2927" data-start="2909"><p data-end="2927" data-start="2911">Life insurance</p></li><li data-start="2928" data-end="2971"><p data-end="2971" data-start="2930">Private medical insurance and cash plan</p></li><li data-end="3013" data-start="2972"><p data-start="2974" data-end="3013">25 days' annual leave + bank holidays</p></li><li data-end="3057" data-start="3014"><p data-end="3057" data-start="3016">Enhanced employer pension contributions</p></li><li data-start="3151" data-end="3199"><p data-start="3153" data-end="3199">Hybrid working (3 days on-site, 2 from home)</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjU2MDIxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="348" data-start="275"><strong data-end="298" data-start="275">Finance Assistant</strong><br / data-end="301" data-start="298"> 📍 Coventry | 🕒 Full-time | 💰 £35k</p><p data-end="574" data-start="350">Our client is seeking a detail-oriented <strong data-end="413" data-start="390">Financial Assistant</strong> to join their finance team. The role involves supporting day-to-day finance operations, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring smooth financial processes.</p><h3 data-end="602" data-start="576">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="603" data-end="840"><li data-start="603" data-end="647"><p data-end="647" data-start="605">Process invoices, payments, and receipts</p></li><li data-end="688" data-start="648"><p data-end="688" data-start="650">Reconcile supplier and bank accounts</p></li><li data-start="689" data-end="738"><p data-start="691" data-end="738">Support purchase ledger and supplier payments</p></li><li data-start="739" data-end="783"><p data-end="783" data-start="741">Assist with budgets, reports, and audits</p></li><li data-start="784" data-end="840"><p data-end="840" data-start="786">Handle finance queries and maintain accurate records</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="865" data-start="842">Candidate Profile</h3><ul data-end="1162" data-start="866"><li data-end="960" data-start="866"><p data-end="960" data-start="868">Finance/Accounting qualification or equivalent experience (AAT/ACCA part-qualified a plus)</p></li><li data-start="961" data-end="1033"><p data-end="1033" data-start="963">1-2 years' finance experience, ideally with purchase ledger exposure</p></li><li data-end="1069" data-start="1034"><p data-start="1036" data-end="1069">Knowledge of Sage 200 desirable</p></li><li data-end="1106" data-start="1070"><p data-start="1072" data-end="1106">Strong Excel and numeracy skills</p></li><li data-start="1107" data-end="1162"><p data-end="1162" data-start="1109">Highly organised with excellent attention to detail</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1179" data-start="1164">The Offer</h3><ul data-end="1347" data-start="1180"><li data-end="1246" data-start="1180"><p data-end="1246" data-start="1182">Opportunity to develop skills across the full finance function</p></li><li data-end="1303" data-start="1247"><p data-end="1303" data-start="1249">Supportive environment with training and development</p></li><li data-end="1347" data-start="1304"><p data-end="1347" data-start="1306">Competitive salary and benefits package</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/Q2FpdGxpbi5TbWl0aC40NDA1Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2 data-end="158" data-start="111">Temporary Credit Controller (Hybrid - Ely)</h2><p data-start="160" data-end="309"><strong data-end="173" data-start="160">Location:</strong> Ely, Cambridgeshire (Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 from home)<br data-start="234" / data-end="237"> <strong data-end="250" data-start="237">Contract:</strong> Temporary - 6 months<br data-end="274" data-start="271" /> <strong data-start="274" data-end="282">Pay:</strong> £13 - £15 per hour (DOE)</p><p data-end="661" data-start="311">Robert Half are delighted to be working with a well-established business based in Ely who are looking to recruit a <strong data-end="457" data-start="426">Temporary Credit Controller</strong> to support their finance team for the next six months. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong <strong data-end="603" data-start="570">B2B credit control experience</strong> to join a supportive team and make an immediate impact.</p><h3 data-end="677" data-start="663">The Role</h3><p data-start="678" data-end="740">As Temporary Credit Controller, you will be responsible for:</p><ul data-end="1174" data-start="741"><li data-end="817" data-start="741"><p data-end="817" data-start="743">Managing and reducing overdue debt across a portfolio of UK B2B clients.</p></li><li data-end="896" data-start="818"><p data-start="820" data-end="896">Chasing outstanding invoices via phone and email in a professional manner.</p></li><li data-start="897" data-end="961"><p data-start="899" data-end="961">Reconciling accounts and resolving payment queries promptly.</p></li><li data-end="1043" data-start="962"><p data-end="1043" data-start="964">Liaising with internal teams to resolve disputes and ensure accurate billing.</p></li><li data-start="1044" data-end="1118"><p data-end="1118" data-start="1046">Maintaining up-to-date debtor records and producing aged debt reports.</p></li><li data-start="1119" data-end="1174"><p data-end="1174" data-start="1121">Assisting with finance team tasks during month-end.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1176" data-end="1194">Your Profile</h3><ul data-end="1516" data-start="1195"><li data-start="1195" data-end="1262"><p data-end="1262" data-start="1197">Previous experience within <strong data-start="1224" data-end="1246">B2B credit control</strong> is essential.</p></li><li data-end="1324" data-start="1263"><p data-end="1324" data-start="1265">Confident communicator with excellent negotiation skills.</p></li><li data-start="1325" data-end="1390"><p data-start="1327" data-end="1390">Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.</p></li><li data-end="1460" data-start="1391"><p data-end="1460" data-start="1393">IT literate, with good knowledge of Excel and accounting systems.</p></li><li data-end="1516" data-start="1461"><p data-end="1516" data-start="1463">Immediately available or available on short notice.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjYwMzc3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
