<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently supporting a longstanding client who need an experienced Finance Manager to join them for a period of 12 months on a fixed term contract basis. This opportunity is based in central Bristol with hybrid working + Flexible working hours.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Finance Manager </p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>12 months </p><p><strong>Start date: </strong>ASAP/Can wait for notice </p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Central Bristol </p><p><strong>Money: </strong>£45,000 - £60,000 (DOE)</p><p><strong>Working hours & Hybrid: </strong>37.5 hours weekly with flexible working hours and hybrid of 2-3 days per week in the office </p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function, with a primary focus on accounts payable.</li><li>Line manage and support a small team, taking a hands-on approach and providing guidance and assistance where needed.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable processes across the business, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, supplier payments and account reconciliations.</li><li>Manage the accounts payable month-end close and prepare weekly creditor analysis reports.</li><li>Monitor team performance, KPIs and service levels, ensuring compliance with financial controls, policies and procedures.</li><li>Support petty cash analysis and the management of expenses.</li><li>Liaise with wider business teams to support financial operations and reporting.</li><li>Build strong working relationships with Directors, Senior Executives and other key stakeholders.</li><li>Support finance activities across multiple entities and international operations, working with relevant business partners as required.</li><li>Provide practical support across transactional activities when required, ensuring the team operates effectively and efficiently.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience Required</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience managing a finance, transactional finance or accounts payable team.</li><li>Proven line management experience, with a supportive and collaborative leadership style.</li><li>Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, financial controls and month-end procedures.</li><li>A hands-on approach, with a willingness to get involved in day-to-day activities and support the team when needed.</li><li>Ability to think on your feet, use initiative and respond effectively to changing priorities.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including confidence dealing with Directors and Senior Executives.</li><li>Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple entities or business areas.</li><li>Strong Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs and XLOOKUPs.</li><li>A proactive approach to problem-solving, process improvement and team development.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Experience & Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Experience within the construction, property or professional services sector</li><li>Experience supporting international finance operations</li><li>Experience using Workday or similar ERP systems</li><li>AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA</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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjgxNTg0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Recruitment Consultant / Resourcer (180 Delivery) </strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Central Bristol (2-3 days per week in the office)<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £neg dependent on experience<br /> <strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate</p><p><strong>Looking for a recruitment role without the pressure of business development?</strong></p><p>We're seeking an experienced <strong>Recruitment Consultant / Resourcer</strong> to join our growing Talent Solutions Delivery Centre. Based in Bristol, this is a delivery-focused role, ideal for someone who excels at sourcing and engaging high-calibre talent but prefers to leave new business generation to others.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll be responsible for identifying, engaging and managing candidates across a wide range of temporary and permanent vacancies, supporting multiple locations and business disciplines.</p><p>Working closely with experienced client-facing consultants, you'll focus on delivering exceptional talent solutions while building strong relationships with senior-level professionals.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Source, identify and attract high-quality candidates for temporary and permanent positions</li><li>Manage end-to-end candidate processes from initial approach through to placement</li><li>Build talent pipelines across multiple sectors, functions and locations</li><li>Conduct candidate screening, competency interviews and qualification calls</li><li>Develop and maintain relationships with senior and specialist professionals</li><li>Produce candidate shortlists and market insights for hiring managers and clients</li><li>Utilise LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards and proactive search methodologies to identify talent</li><li>Coordinate interviews, feedback and offer management</li><li>Maintain accurate candidate records and ensure compliance standards are met</li><li>Work collaboratively with recruitment consultants and managers to achieve delivery targets</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Essential Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Previous recruitment experience gained within an agency or in-house Talent Acquisition environment</li><li>Proven success sourcing candidates for professional, specialist or senior-level positions</li><li>Experience recruiting across multiple disciplines or geographic locations</li><li>Strong candidate management and stakeholder engagement skills</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment</li><li>Available to start immediately or at short notice</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal Background</strong></p><ul><li>Agency recruiter seeking a delivery-focused position with no business development responsibility</li><li>Talent Acquisition Partner, Internal Recruiter or Talent Acquisition Specialist looking to leverage sourcing expertise in a consultancy environment</li><li>Experience recruiting professional, managerial or specialist talent</li><li>Strong LinkedIn Recruiter and direct sourcing capability</li></ul><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and bonus scheme</li><li>Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in the Bristol office)</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team environment</li><li>Opportunity to work with senior-level candidates across a variety of sectors and disciplines</li><li>Opportunity to learn from best in class consultants </li></ul><p>If you're an experienced recruiter who loves sourcing and candidate engagement but enjoys leaving business development to others, 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/QW50aG9ueS5DbGFyay4xODU5MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Transactional Finance Manager to join a rapidly growing PE backed Services business on a <strong>fully-remote basis</strong>. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£50,000 - £60,000 plus wider benefits package</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to: </strong></p><ul><li>Own end-to-end accounts receivable and credit control: cash collection, aged debt and credit risk across the group's customer base</li><li>Own accounts payable: supplier payment runs, invoice processing controls and supplier relationship management</li><li>Own cash management: daily cash positioning, bank reconciliations and short-term cash forecasting into the Group FC</li><li>Own payroll: accurate, on-time monthly payroll for all group employees, including statutory compliance (PAYE, NI, pensions auto-enrolment) and liaison with HR/Shared Services on starters, leavers and changes</li><li>Act as right hand to the Group FC, alongside the Management Accountant: covering process, controls and people management so the FC can focus on consolidation, statutory reporting and board/investor reporting</li><li>Manage, coach and develop the transactions team, setting clear standards for accuracy, timeliness and service to the rest of the business</li><li>Support month-end close: transactional cut-off, accruals/prepayments relevant to AP/AR, and clean handover of data to the Management Accountant and Group FC</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Extensive experience managing transactional finance teams across AP/AR</li><li>Strong process improvement and automation experience</li><li>Confident using a wide range of finance systems, in particular Excel</li><li>Strong controls mindset - able to spot and fix a process gap before it becomes an audit finding</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For the right person the client is offering:</strong></p><p><strong>£50,000 - £60,000 plus wider benefits package</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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi40NjI2Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Management Accountant | Bristol A growing and established multi-site UK organisation is looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join its Finance team. This is a key role within the business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of significant areas of management accounting while working closely with Finance, Operations, IT and senior stakeholders across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a central role in the preparation of monthly management accounts, financial reporting, variance analysis and reconciliations, while also providing commercial insight and helping to improve financial processes and controls. The Role Reporting to the Head of Management Accounts, you will be responsible for supporting the end-to-end monthly management accounts process, ensuring financial information is accurate, timely and provides meaningful insight to the wider business. You will also take ownership of the management accounting and reporting for one of the organisation's key business divisions, giving you exposure to a broad range of accounting areas and the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders. This would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys a varied role combining technical accounting, management reporting, analysis and business partnering. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts across the Group, working alongside Assistant Management Accountants. Produce and analyse P&L and balance sheet variance analysis, investigating significant movements and providing commentary. Maintain weekly revenue data between operational and finance systems, completing reconciliations and checks to ensure accuracy. Investigate discrepancies and work collaboratively with IT and operational teams to resolve issues. Review monthly revenue accounting across multiple business divisions. Prepare and review intercompany cross-charges. Perform variance analysis against operational sales data. Business partner with department leads to review P&L performance, cost management and opportunities for improvement. Take responsibility for the end-to-end management accounting and reporting for a key business division. Manage areas including provisions, trust-related accounting, cash flow reporting and trade account reconciliations. Support the FP&A and Compliance functions with data for management and regulatory reporting. Work closely with IT and Finance to review and improve financial systems, processes and interfaces. Support year-end processes, including statutory accounts preparation, audit schedules and liaison with external auditors. Support the Group Accountant with technical accounting requirements and changes relating to FRS 102. Provide holiday cover across the Management Accounts team through effective cross-training. Work with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure strong communication and collaborative working. Support investment cases and ad hoc finance projects where required. About You We are looking for a qualified accountant with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience across both management and financial accounting. You will be analytical, commercially aware and proactive, with the confidence to communicate financial information to stakeholders across the business. You should be comfortable working independently while also being a collaborative team player.</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/ZGlhbmEuZmVybmFkZXNsb3Blcy4wMTQ2My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><p>Robert Half is working with an established manufacturing business is seeking an experienced <strong>Finance Manager</strong> to join the team in Swansea. </p><p>Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a broad and hands-on role with responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, financial reporting, team leadership, and supporting operational decision-making across the business.</p><p>This opportunity would suit a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working closely with operational teams and wants to play a key role within a growing manufacturing environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Lead and oversee the day-to-day finance function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and month-end processes.</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports</li><li>Manage accruals, prepayments, VAT returns, and other statutory reporting requirements.</li><li>Oversee stock valuations </li><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, and company policies.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.</li><li>Partner with departments and provide financial support and analysis.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and systems.</li></ul><p>Requirements: </p><ul><li>Previous experience in a Finance Manager similar role.</li><li>AAT qualification or equivalent.</li><li>ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualification (or studying towards) would be advantageous.</li><li>Experience within a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Experience leading or supervising a finance team.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A proactive and commercially minded approach.</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/Q2FybGllLldpbGxpYW1zLjgzNjQ3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Finance Lead (ABL & Financing) | Bristol</strong></p><p>Contract, fixed-term | Immediate start</p><p>Robert Half are working with a fast-growing, investor-backed group in Bristol that is looking for a Senior Finance Lead to take ownership of its asset-based lending (ABL) facility, lender reporting and funding model. Hands-on ABL experience is what will set you apart. You will own the facility end to end and be the person who explains the numbers to the lender, with direct access to the decision-maker in a business that is moving quickly.</p><p><strong>The details</strong></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Bristol, on site four to five days a week initially, with some flexibility once established</p><p><strong>Basis: </strong>Contract day rate or fixed-term</p><p><strong>Start: </strong>Immediate</p><p><strong>Rate / salary: </strong>£450-£650pd</p><p><strong>Reports to: </strong>CEO</p><p><strong>Works with: </strong>The Head of Finance Operations, Head of Credit Control & Billing and Financial Controller</p><p><strong>Interviews: </strong>Over the next week or so, with a quick process</p><p><strong>What you will do</strong></p><ul><li>Borrowing base and availability: build and maintain the receivables borrowing base from the existing ledger (eligibility, concentration, dilution and DSO analysis) and produce the weekly availability report</li><li>Lender reporting: own the weekly and monthly reporting packs, covenant compliance, lender information requests and field audits</li><li>Cash flow and funding model: maintain the integrated forecast and 13-week cash flow in a lender-ready format, modelling facility headroom and accordion or additional funding needs as the group grows</li><li>Process and controls: document the borrowing base and reporting processes and embed them in the wider finance team</li><li>Lender interaction: work directly with the lender and present and explain the numbers to their credit team</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on ABL experience, ideally from the borrower side and ideally with a lender or ABL audit background as well</li><li>Strong Excel modelling, 13-week cash flow, integrated forecasting and scenario analysis</li><li>Qualified accountant or equivalent</li><li>Comfortable being hands-on in a fast-moving, founder-led environment</li><li>Direct, works to dates, and confident presenting to a lender's credit team</li></ul><p><strong>Why apply</strong></p><p>Real ownership of a facility that matters, direct access to the decision-maker and flexibility on structure and package for the right person.</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/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjc2ODQyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Office Coordinator - People Ops & Facilities<br /> Central Bristol | Fully Office Based | £30,000 - £40,000 DOE | 12 Month FTC</strong></p><p>Robert Half are working with a growing, innovative business in Central Bristol to find an Office Coordinator who can bring together people operations and office management. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys being the go-to person in a business - equally comfortable supporting a smooth onboarding process as keeping the office running efficiently day to day.</p><p>We are ideally looking for immediately available candidates who can start ASAP.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>People Operations</p><ul><li>Coordinating end-to-end onboarding for new starters, including paperwork, system setup, and first-day preparation</li><li>Leading inductions to ensure new employees feel welcomed and set up for success</li><li>Supporting the recruitment process - scheduling interviews, liaising with candidates, and assisting with offer administration</li><li>Maintaining accurate HR records and employee files</li></ul><p>Office & Facilities</p><ul><li>Acting as the first point of contact for all office-related matters</li><li>Managing supplier relationships, including cleaning, maintenance, and office supplies</li><li>Overseeing health and safety compliance and general upkeep of the workplace</li><li>Coordinating meeting room bookings, deliveries, and general office logistics</li><li>Supporting with ad hoc events and team activities</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in an office coordination, HR administration, or operations support role</li><li>Excellent organisational skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities</li><li>A proactive, can-do approach and confidence dealing with people at all levels</li><li>Strong communication skills, both written and verbal</li><li>Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of tasks</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of £30,000 - £40,000, depending on experience</li><li>Based full-time in Central Bristol</li><li>A varied role at the heart of the business, with genuine scope to shape how it develops</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/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuOTUwODYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>HR Business Partner</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Swansea <br /> Hours: Part Time</strong></p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>As HR Business Partner, you will act as a trusted adviser to leaders and managers, providing pragmatic and commercially focused HR guidance across the full employee lifecycle. You will take ownership of key HR processes and initiatives while ensuring that our people practices remain compliant, consistent and aligned with organisational values.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>HR Business Partnering:</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with senior leaders and managers to understand business priorities and translate them into effective people strategies and actions.</li><li>Provide trusted, commercially focused advice across a broad range of people matters.</li><li>Support organisational development, workforce planning and organisational change.</li><li>Identify people-related risks and opportunities and develop practical solutions.</li><li>Use people data and insight to support informed business and workforce decisions.</li><li>Challenge and coach leaders where appropriate, helping them build strong, engaged and high-performing teams.</li><li>Contribute to the development and implementation of the wider People & Culture strategy.</li></ul><p><strong>Employee Relations & HR Advisory:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including performance, absence, disciplinary, grievance and capability issues.</li><li>Coach managers through complex and sensitive employee situations and difficult conversations.</li><li>Support the fair, consistent and legally compliant resolution of workplace issues.</li><li>Investigate employee concerns and workplace conflicts where required.</li><li>Ensure appropriate action is taken in relation to harassment, discrimination, inappropriate behaviour and other employee concerns.</li><li>Maintain a balanced approach that considers both employee wellbeing and business requirements.</li><li>Keep up to date with UK employment legislation and ensure HR practices reflect current requirements and best practice.</li><li>HR Operations & Compliance</li><li>Oversee and continuously improve HR processes across the employee lifecycle.</li><li>Ensure employment contracts, policies, procedures and employee documentation remain accurate, compliant and fit for purpose.</li><li>Review and develop HR policies and the employee handbook as required.</li><li>Ensure HR processes are consistently applied across the organisation.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and HR data in the HRIS.</li><li>Ensure HR activities comply with GDPR and other relevant legislation.</li><li>Develop and implement HR procedures and SOPs that improve consistency, efficiency and employee experience.</li></ul><p><strong>Talent, Performance & Development:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and support effective performance management and development processes.</li><li>Work with managers to identify talent, capability gaps and development priorities.</li><li>Support succession planning for key roles and help mitigate people-related business risks.</li><li>Develop and implement learning and development initiatives aligned with business and employee needs.</li><li>Support career development and internal progression opportunities.</li><li>Contribute to the development of competency frameworks and talent management processes.</li><li>Support managers in creating clear objectives, providing effective feedback and developing their people.</li></ul><p><strong>Recruitment & Workforce Planning:</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with managers on workforce planning and recruitment requirements.</li><li>Support effective end-to-end recruitment processes and ensure a high-quality candidate experience.</li><li>Provide advice on organisational structures, roles and responsibilities.</li><li>Support succession planning and contingency planning for critical positions.</li><li>Ensure new employees receive a consistent and engaging onboarding experience.</li></ul><p><strong>Engagement, Culture & Employee Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Drive initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, wellbeing and organisational culture.</li><li>Support engagement surveys and translate feedback into meaningful action plans.</li><li>Work with leaders to build a positive, inclusive and collaborative working environment.</li><li>Support employee communications and people-focused initiatives.</li><li>Promote a culture based on trust, respect, fairness, accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support employee events and initiatives that strengthen connection and engagement across the organisation.</li></ul><p><strong>HR Systems, Data & Projects:</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of HRIS processes and ensure data quality and integrity.</li><li>Support the implementation and development of HR systems, processes and reporting.</li><li>Use HR data and analytics to identify trends and inform people decisions.</li><li>Lead or contribute to key People & Culture projects.</li><li>Work with the wider HR team on the implementation of group-wide HR initiatives, policies and processes.</li><li>Continuously identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the HR function.</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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS42MjQ0NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Cardiff | Distribution | Career Development | Commercial Finance</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Build your career. Influence decisions. Make an impact.</strong></p><p>Are you a driven finance professional ready to take the next step in your career?</p><p>We're looking for an ambitious <strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong> to join a growing distribution business in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants more than a traditional finance role, a chance to develop their technical expertise, gain genuine commercial exposure and play a key part in supporting business performance.</p><p>Working closely with the wider finance team and operational stakeholders, you'll help turn financial data into meaningful insight, support effective decision-making and contribute to the continued success of the business.</p><p>If you're part-qualified, actively studying towards a recognised accounting qualification, or looking to build on your existing finance experience, this role offers the opportunity to broaden your skills, take ownership and progress your career in a dynamic, commercially focused environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The opportunity:</strong></p><p>You'll be at the heart of the finance function, supporting accurate reporting, strong financial controls and a clear understanding of business performance across the distribution operation.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Your responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Management accounts:</strong> Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy, consistency and timely delivery.</li><li><strong>Month-end reporting:</strong> Assisting with month-end processes, journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li><strong>Budgeting and forecasting:</strong> Contributing to budgets, forecasts and financial planning to help the business understand future performance.</li><li><strong>Variance analysis:</strong> Investigating actual performance against budget and forecast, identifying trends and highlighting opportunities for improvement.</li><li><strong>Commercial insight:</strong> Working with operational colleagues to understand cost drivers, margins, profitability and key business performance indicators.</li><li><strong>Stock and inventory:</strong> Supporting stock reconciliations, inventory reporting and the financial control of a distribution environment.</li><li><strong>Financial controls:</strong> Helping maintain robust processes, improve reporting accuracy and ensure compliance with internal procedures.</li><li><strong>Continuous improvement:</strong> Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve financial information and make better use of systems and data.</li><li><strong>Business partnering:</strong> Building effective relationships across finance and operations, communicating financial information clearly and constructively.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What we're looking for:</strong></p><p>We're interested in people with the right blend of technical capability, commercial curiosity and ambition.</p><p> </p><p><strong>You'll ideally bring:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in a finance, assistant accountant or management accounts role.</li><li>Progress towards AAT, ACCA, CIMA or another relevant accounting qualification, or a strong desire to develop professionally.</li><li>A sound understanding of core accounting principles and month-end processes.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, with the ability to investigate variances and spot inconsistencies.</li><li>Good Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management.</li><li>A proactive approach, a willingness to learn and the confidence to ask questions.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with non-finance colleagues.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Experience in distribution, wholesale, logistics, stock-intensive or other operationally focused businesses would be advantageous, but we're equally interested in candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills and a genuine appetite to learn.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><p>This is an opportunity to build a strong foundation for a successful career in management accounting while gaining exposure to the commercial realities of a distribution business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>You'll have the opportunity to:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Develop your expertise</strong> across management accounts, reporting, forecasting and financial analysis.</li><li><strong>Understand the bigger picture</strong> by seeing how financial performance connects to operational decisions and business results.</li><li><strong>Build commercial confidence</strong> through collaboration with colleagues beyond the finance team.</li><li><strong>Take ownership</strong> of meaningful responsibilities and contribute ideas that improve the way finance operates.</li><li><strong>Progress your career</strong> by strengthening the technical and commercial skills needed for future opportunities in management accounting.</li></ul><p> </p><p>We want someone who is keen to learn, motivated to make a difference and excited by the prospect of growing with the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The details:</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cardiff<br /> <strong>Role:</strong> Assistant Management Accountant<br /> <strong>Sector:</strong> Distribution<br /> <strong>Qualification:</strong> AAT, ACCA or CIMA study support, where available<br /> <strong>Salary and benefits:</strong> Competitive, dependent on experience, with the opportunity to discuss the full package during the recruitment process.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Ready to take the next step?</strong></p><p>If you're looking for a role where you can develop your accounting skills, expand your commercial understanding and make a meaningful contribution to business performance, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Apply today and take the next step towards becoming a confident, commercially minded management accountant.</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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS45NDg2OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent solutions are seeking an Office Manager for a small UK site based in Bridgend.</p><p> </p><p>Role Overview</p><p>We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and hands-on Office Manager to take responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of our UK business operations.</p><p>This is a varied, hands-on role within a small business, combining general office administration, financial administration, bookkeeping, payroll management and cash flow forecasting.</p><p>The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities and taking ownership of administrative and financial processes. They will play an important role in ensuring the business runs efficiently, maintains accurate financial records and has clear visibility of its financial position.</p><p>This role requires someone who is equally happy managing the practicalities of running an office as they are processing invoices, reconciling bank accounts, running payroll and preparing cash flow forecasts.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ol><li>Financial Administration & Bookkeeping</li></ol><p>Take ownership of the day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration for the UK entity.</p><p>Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using the company's accounting software.</p><p>Process supplier invoices, customer invoices, credit notes and expenses.</p><p>Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring invoices are processed and payments are made and received on time.</p><p>Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and other financial accounts regularly.</p><p>Monitor outstanding customer payments and proactively follow up overdue invoices.</p><p>Manage supplier payment schedules and ensure payments are authorised and processed on time.</p><p>Maintain the purchase ledger and sales ledger.</p><p>Process employee expenses and maintain supporting documentation.</p><ol start="2"><li>Payroll & Employee Administration</li></ol><p>Take full responsibility for the preparation and processing of a small monthly UK payroll.</p><p>Manage new starter and leaver payroll administration.</p><p>Process payroll changes, including salary adjustments, benefits, statutory payments and employee deductions.</p><p>Ensure payroll submissions are completed through HMRC's Real Time Information (RTI) system, either directly or through the payroll provider.</p><p>Manage pension contributions and liaise with the company's workplace pension provider.</p><p>Deal with payroll-related employee queries.</p><p>Maintain employee records, holiday records and relevant employment documentation.</p><ol start="3"><li>Cash Flow Forecasting & Financial Reporting</li></ol><p>Maintain and regularly update the UK entity's cash flow forecast.</p><p>Prepare short-term cash flow forecasts, monitoring expected income and expenditure.</p><p>Track actual cash movements against forecast and identify potential shortfalls or funding requirements.</p><ol start="4"><li>Office Administration & Business Operations</li></ol><p>Take responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of the office and general business administration.</p><p>Manage office supplies, equipment, facilities and maintenance.</p><p>Handle incoming correspondence, telephone calls and general enquiries.</p><p>Manage filing, documentation and administrative records.</p><p>Coordinate meetings, appointments, travel arrangements and company events as required.</p><p>Logistics Coordination: Manage the movement of goods, including overseeing inbound/outbound shipments and coordinating with courier services (e.g., DHL).</p><p>Site Administration: Coordinate staff schedules, travel arrangements, and facility maintenance to ensure a productive environment.</p><p>Compliance: Ensure all operations adhere to health and safety (H&S) regulations and data protection laws (GDPR).</p><p> </p><p>On offer:</p><p>Salary of from £34,000 to £38,000</p><p>5% company pension</p><p>25 days holidays plus bank holidays</p><p>This role is fully office based</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjQ4MDk4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">