<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of Finance on behalf of a specialist service business with offices on the edge of Bedford and Ampthill.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Head of Finance you will lead the UK Finance Operations and partner with he UK head and International Parent to drive financial accuracy, aid in strategic decision making and manage key internal and external stakeholders. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Business Partnering & Strategic Support.</li><li>Provide financial insights and analysis to support business decisions and growth initiatives.</li><li>Defining and implementing change in processes across the business to drive efficiency.</li></ul><ul><li>Support the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes with a focus on precision and relevance.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning and performance tracking.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results and forecasts.</li></ul><ul><li>Oversee all UK accounting operations, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and drive process improvements.</li><li>Ongoing Balance Sheet control and review.</li><li> In charge of consolidated accounts for entities and statutory accounts for UK entities.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including group finance, operations, and HR.</li><li>Represent UK finance in global forums and contribute to group-wide initiatives.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant and have a strong combination of technical accounting and commercial acumen, leadership qualities and the ability to work at a Board Level to provide insight and updates. Role of Head of Finance is critical to the ongoing development and change for the UK business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Head of Finance is working on a 5 day a week basis from the office with some flex based near Bedford and Ampthill and offering a salary of £70-90K + Excellent 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTMzNzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="208" data-end="637">Robert Half is working in partnership with a well-established organisation based in Enderby to recruit a highly organised <strong data-end="357" data-start="330">Temporary Administrator</strong>. This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, detail-focused, and confident supporting a busy office environment. The successful candidate will play a key part in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and may have the opportunity to extend beyond the initial contract period.</p><h3 data-end="674" data-start="644"><strong data-start="648" data-end="672">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-start="675" data-end="1375"><li data-start="675" data-end="787"><p data-start="677" data-end="787">Provide general administrative support to the team, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and on time.</p></li><li data-end="913" data-start="788"><p data-start="790" data-end="913">Manage incoming and outgoing post, emails, and telephone enquiries, directing information to the appropriate departments.</p></li><li data-start="914" data-end="1011"><p data-end="1011" data-start="916">Maintain and update internal databases, records, and documents with a high level of accuracy.</p></li><li data-start="1012" data-end="1096"><p data-start="1014" data-end="1096">Assist with filing, scanning, photocopying, and preparing documents as required.</p></li><li data-end="1173" data-start="1097"><p data-start="1099" data-end="1173">Support with data entry, document processing, and basic reporting tasks.</p></li><li data-start="1174" data-end="1274"><p data-end="1274" data-start="1176">Coordinate internal communication, liaising with team members and external contacts when needed.</p></li><li data-end="1375" data-start="1275"><p data-end="1375" data-start="1277">Contribute to smooth office operations by assisting with ad-hoc administrative tasks and projects.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1404" data-start="1382"><strong data-end="1402" data-start="1386">Requirements</strong></h3><ul data-start="1405" data-end="1897"><li data-start="1405" data-end="1529"><p data-end="1529" data-start="1407">Previous experience in an administrative role (ideally within an office, customer service, or data-focused environment).</p></li><li data-start="1530" data-end="1597"><p data-start="1532" data-end="1597">Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.</p></li><li data-start="1598" data-end="1692"><p data-end="1692" data-start="1600">Confident working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general office systems.</p></li><li data-end="1778" data-start="1693"><p data-end="1778" data-start="1695">Ability to multitask and manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.</p></li><li data-end="1841" data-start="1779"><p data-end="1841" data-start="1781">Professional communication skills-both written and verbal.</p></li><li data-start="1842" data-end="1897"><p data-start="1844" data-end="1897">A reliable, proactive, and positive approach to work.</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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4yNjQxOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half has partnered with a leading business to recruit for a HR Business Partner (HR Operations).</strong></p><p>This is an excellent 6-month fixed-term opportunity for an experienced HR professional to play a key role in delivering the people strategy across a complex, multi-site organisation. Reporting to the Senior HR Business Partner, you'll focus on driving operational excellence, employee engagement, and effective industrial relations.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As HR Business Partner (HR Operations), you will:</p><ul><li>Partner with senior managers to deliver the People Plan across multiple business areas.</li><li>Lead on employee relations, supporting and coaching the HR Advisory team on complex or high-risk cases.</li><li>Support organisational change projects, including restructures, acquisitions, and TUPE transfers.</li><li>Drive engagement and cultural improvement through coaching and leadership development.</li><li>Manage trade union relationships and support the industrial relations strategy.</li><li>Oversee occupational health partnerships and lead initiatives to improve absence management.</li><li>Use HR data and analytics to inform decision-making and drive performance.</li><li>Deputise for the Senior HR Business Partner and contribute to wider HR projects and initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li>Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor in a complex or multi-site environment.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.</li><li>Demonstrable experience managing complex employee and industrial relations.</li><li>Excellent working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.</li><li>Experience supporting organisational change, including TUPE and restructuring.</li><li>Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience.</li></ul><p><strong>The Offer</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Salary:</strong> circa £55,000 - £60,000 per annum</li><li><strong>Contract:</strong> 6-month fixed term</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid working - based from <strong>Crewe or Derby</strong> with occasional travel to sites</li><li><strong>Benefits:</strong> Competitive package and opportunity to influence HR strategy in a leading organisation</li></ul><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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNzA0NjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTM1NTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Multi Entity Service Business with offices in Milton Keynes</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support the Finance Director and Commercial Directors with advanced insight, robust controls and performance reporting for the UK business. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Team Management and mentoring</li><li>Lead in Financial Strategy and Compliance for business units</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting cycles, presenting insights and variance analysis to senior leadership.<br /> Partner with the board and CFO to shape financial strategy and guide key business decisions.</li><li>Establishing internal controls and unified reporting standards for potential acquisitions</li><li>Lead international audits and ensure compliance with VAT/Sales Tax regulations across multiple regions.</li><li>Monthly management accounts, budgets and variance analysis for business units</li><li>Manage statutory audits</li><li>Lead the preparation of Group Consolidated statutory accounts</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be at Audit Manager level in Practice or be looking for your second move Post Practice within a high performing and fast paced organisation. The opportunity to be developed is highly likely and the role will change as time progresses. You will have a high level of interpersonal effectiveness with the ability to complete both statutory and management accounts.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is based 5 days a week in the office in Milton Keynes with hybrid available in time. The role is paying a salary of £55-70K + 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDUzNjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are recruiting a Master Data Coordinator for a global business based in North Oxfordshire.</p><p>This role is responsible for the accurate creation, management, and maintenance of UK master data within SAP. The position plays a key part in supporting teams across Operations, Logistics, Commercial, and Finance by ensuring data integrity, compliance, and consistency. Well-maintained master data is essential for the smooth running of core systems, efficient business processes, and regulatory adherence.</p><p><strong>Location</strong> - North Oxfordshire - office based with the option to WFH once through probation.</p><p><strong>Interview / Start date</strong> - ASAP</p><p><strong>Salary</strong> - £28,000 - £35,000</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the full lifecycle of UK Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) setup and maintenance in SAP, including creating and updating Bills of Materials (BOMs), Routings, and associated data fields. Ensure accuracy for both locally produced and imported SKUs.</li><li>Maintain high standards of accuracy across all master data, ensuring updates align with internal controls, process standards, and engineering or system changes.</li><li>Work closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics teams to ensure all master data supports production efficiency and operational accuracy.</li><li>Manage and update unit cost prices for UK operations, perform cost runs, investigate system alerts, and report on the financial impact of cost adjustments.</li><li>Maintain consistent, accurate information across SKU, customer, and vendor records.</li><li>Develop and deliver reports to monitor data integrity and support informed business decision-making.</li><li>Collaborate with commercial and development teams to ensure product lifecycle stages are correctly reflected in SAP and related systems.</li><li>Support group-level or centralised master data projects, contributing expertise and local insight.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Detail-oriented and inquisitive, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving data issues.</li><li>Proficient in SAP (essential).</li><li>Skilled in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.</li><li>Experience in a manufacturing or supply chain environment is advantageous.</li><li>Strong collaborator who builds positive relationships across teams and departments.</li><li>Highly organised, methodical, and committed to maintaining process accuracy.</li><li>Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.</li><li>Clear and confident communicator.</li><li>Technically minded with an understanding of manufacturing or operational processes.</li><li>Able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>25 days plus bank holidays, with extra days added for every two years of service.</li><li>Access to cashback for everyday medical costs (optical, dental, physio, etc.) and a 24/7 employee assistance programme offering mental, legal, and family support.</li><li>Life assurance protection worth three times your basic salary.</li><li>Pension plan - employer contribution of 5%, matching up to 8%.</li><li>Exclusive discounts & perks.</li><li>Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes.</li><li>Learning and development opportunities.</li><li>Improved maternity and paternity packages to support your family life.</li><li>Volunteering opportunities - paid time off to give back to your community.</li><li>Long service awards, performance recognition schemes, and seasonal gifts.</li><li>Social culture - enjoy company events and even a free lunch before payday!</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS4wMjM3Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are exclusively partnered with a Sawston-based business to recruit a <strong>temporary Purchase Ledger Clerk</strong>. This is an exciting opportunity to work for an established organisation with the prospect of extending the initial three-month assignment based on business needs and performance.</p><p><strong>Job Details:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Role Title:</strong> Purchase Ledger Clerk</li><li><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Temporary (initial 3-month assignment with potential extension)</li><li><strong>Working Hours:</strong> Full-time, on-site, 5 days per week</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Sawston, Cambridgeshire (Daily travel to the office required)</li><li><strong>Hourly Rate:</strong> £12.00 - £13.50 per hour (plus holiday pay)</li></ul><p><strong>Role Overview:</strong><br /> This role is ideal for an organised and conscientious individual with experience in purchase ledger processing who is immediately available or able to start promptly.</p><p>The <strong>Purchase Ledger Clerk</strong> will play a critical role in supporting the Accounts Payable function within the organisation, ensuring a smooth and efficient flow of invoice processing and supplier management tasks. The role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable commuting daily to the office in Sawston.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Accurately processing purchase invoices and credit notes in a timely manner.</li><li>Ensuring that invoices are appropriately authorised and coded correctly to relevant cost centres.</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and managing resolution of supplier queries.</li><li>Preparing payment runs and ensuring compliance with payment deadlines.</li><li>Maintaining detailed and accurate records of transactions and financial documentation.</li><li>Assisting with month-end processes, as required.</li><li>Ad-hoc administrative support relevant to the Accounts Payable division.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience Required:</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in a Purchase Ledger or similar Accounts Payable role.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.</li><li>Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders professionally.</li><li><strong>Ability to commute to Sawston daily for an on-site role (essential).</strong></li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive hourly pay: £12.00 - £13.50 per hour (dependent on experience).</li><li>Holiday pay provided in addition to the hourly rate.</li><li>Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team environment.</li><li>Potential for contract extension based on business needs and performance.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjE4OTkyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a well-established organisation based in <strong>Banbury</strong> to recruit a <strong>Management Accountant</strong>. The Management Accountant will receive a salary of up to <strong>£45,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote working</strong>, study support if required and private medical!</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>End-to-end preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Production of accurate and timely weekly reports for senior management</li><li>Updating and maintaining financial dashboards to support decision-making</li><li>Oversee stock forecasting and integration with purchasing function</li><li>Ensuring accuracy, reliability, and integrity of the general ledger and payables ledger</li><li>Enforcing financial controls and improving processes where needed</li><li>Supporting ad-hoc financial analysis and business initiatives</li><li>Collaborating with internal stakeholders to provide insight and financial support</li><li>Ability to process a monthly payroll</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Extensive experience in accounting compliance</li><li>Part/qualified accountant or qualified by experience</li><li>Strong understanding of accounting principles and management reporting</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy</li><li>Highly tech-savvy, with confidence in Excel and modern accounting/reporting tools</li><li>Adaptable, organised, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment</li><li>Positive "can-do" attitude with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get things done</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMTYyNjQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting a Payroll Manager on behalf of a Large Outsourced Services Provider with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Payroll Manager you will support the Finance Teams during an exciting period of growth to manage all payroll activities on behalf of clients whilst managing a small team. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>End-to-end processing of company payrolls including processing BACS/Faster Payments and pensions payments.</li><li>Payroll administration including filing, setting up new starters, HMRC tax codes and student loan updates</li></ul><ul><li>Termination payment calculations</li><li>P11Ds</li><li>Process increases and calculation of back pay</li><li>Month end RTI submissions</li><li>Support any required system updates, parallel runs, migrations, reconciliation and implementations</li><li>Regular reports to Senior Finance</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be an experienced Senior Payroll individual who has ideally lead teams and has experience within a multi-site/multi entity business ideally from a Bureau setting or similar who is able to work at a fast pace and with the ability to work both internally and externally with stakeholders.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Payroll Manager in Milton Keynes is working 5 days a week in the office with some flexibility and offering a salary of £40-50K.</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMjIxODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
