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Finance Director

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
120000 - 150000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Happy Days, a Private Equity backed multi-site single operations group operating within the Nurseries and Pre-Schools sector in their search for a Finance Director. This is a newly created role following the recent decision to create a new hub in Wiltshire to support ongoing growth across the business.Reporting to the CFO and as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team this role will be critical to shaping the long-term direction of the business alongside driving efficiencies through the finance function to provide tangible insight and value to stakeholders. You will lead the creation of a new Hub in Wiltshire, helping to underpin the Group's expanding footprint. You will lead continuous improvement and transformation initiatives across the breadth of finance whilst delivering strong financial management, effective business partnering and aiding decision making. About Happy Days…Happy Days opened their first nursery in 1991, fast forward 35 years and they now operate 44 nurseries and pre-schools across the South UK and Wales, delivering exceptional childcare and education every day! A growth journey that continues every day with an underlying ethos to support children to become strong and motivated learners for life. Taking care of 2000+ children and currently employing around 1500 team members, their passion for inspiring the next generation is at the heart of their mission The Finance Director Role…You will be at the forefront of crafting the finance function within Swindon following the decision to create a second Hub, this will be balanced with ongoing M&A activity with further acquisitions and expansions on the horizon. The Finance Director will be tasked with providing efficiencies through business-as-usual areas such as month end, year end and reporting to shorten close cycles and deliver strong insight to the senior leadership team and investors.The Finance Director will oversee a team of circa 16 inclusive of 3 direct reports, acting as a true strategic leader through the group whilst developing and mentoring a high performing team. Alongside this, key responsibilities will include:<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Accountable for accuracy and integrity of core finance deliverables such as month end, year end, consolidations, statutory requirements and compliance</li><li>Develop and monitor key performance indicators across the group ensuring accountability across all levels and providing valuable insight and analysis relevant to finance and non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Provide insight and due diligence for M&A activity, owning and improving the integration strategy to allow for planned buy and build activities</li><li>Own the optimisation of finance related systems inclusive of the main ERP, reporting/consolidation tools and provide suggestions across automation and AI opportunities</li><li>Lead and develop FP&A/Commercial activities turning raw data into effective reporting and visualisation that is digestible and actionable for all levels</li><li>Manage external relationships such as investors, auditors, banks, tax authorities and legal advisors</li><li>Work closely with the CFO and Investors on additional reporting requirements and ad-hoc information requests</li></ul> About you…<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>A self-motivated, high-energy leader with evidence of developing high performing teams</li><li>Significant change and transformation experience, ability to evaluate gaps in process and systems before delivering solutions in a cost-efficient manner</li><li>Prior multi-site single operations or multi-revenue streams experience</li><li>Previous experience within a PE backed environment ideally within a buy and build strategy</li></ul>The successful candidate will need to be 5 days on site in first 6 months as the new Hub is established, 3 days on site thereafter What's on offer…£120k to £150k basic salary, 30% bonus, 10% non-contributory pension and a range of attractive benefits including car allowance, enhanced leave, performance related rewards, Life Assurance and an exhaustive Employee Assistance & Wellbeing package 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci4yNTc1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-23T13:45:43Z

Head of Data and AI

Abingdon, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
95000 - 120000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is working exclusively with a global manufacturing business near Abingdon to recruit for a Head of Data and AI.This is a permanent role, paying up to £120,000 plus benefits, with hybrid working (on average 2-3 days a week in office). This role comes with full autonomy to lead and shape how data, analytics and AI create value across the organisation. The RoleReporting to the senior technology leadership team, this role will shape how data, analytics and AI drive value across an international operation. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity with responsibility for data strategy, analytics, AI products, and the cloud infrastructure that enables them. Key responsibilities include: Define and lead the end-to-end data and AI strategy<ul><li>Define and lead the end-to-end data and AI strategy</li><li>Oversee the orgaisation's data platform, analytics products, and AI solutions</li><li>Lead, develop, and set direction for a specialist team across data engineering, analytics and AI </li><li>Ensure resilient, secure, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure to support data and AI workloads</li><li>Build trusted, governed, and scalable data foundations for reporting, analytics, and operational decision-making </li><li>Drive the adoption on AI solutions from concept through to practical business use </li></ul>About You<ul><li>Strong experience leading enterprise data and AI strategy</li><li>Expertise in data governance, standards, and responsible data practices </li><li>Solid understanding of data engineering, pipelines, APIs, and scalable data platforms </li><li>Experience in managing cloud-based infrastructure, ideally including Azure and Databricks</li><li>Practical knowledge of machine learning and applied AI in business settings </li></ul>On Offer <ul><li>Up to £120,000 plus annual discretionary bonus </li><li>Pension matched up to 7.5% </li><li>Private medical insurance </li><li>25 days annual leave + bank holidays </li><li>Sharesave scheme </li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um94eS5MYXcuODEzNzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-03T16:26:38Z

Head of Creative

London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
We're looking for a Head of Creative to lead our creative output across brand, print, digital, social, content, presentations, email and campaigns. You'll be the person who turns client briefs into strong creative ideas, hands-on enough to shape the work directly, and confident enough to sell it in the room. This is a player-coach role: you'll lead a team of three senior designers while still getting stuck into the work yourself. Experience in commercial property is highly desirable - you'll understand the sector's delivery realities, timelines and stakeholders, and be able to bring that judgement to bear on the work. This is a permanent role based in London. Head of Creative Responsibilities: <ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Lead creative development across the full channel mix: brand, print, digital, social, content, presentations, email and campaigns</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Translate client briefs into clear, compelling creative concepts</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Stay hands-on with the tools - shaping and refining work directly, not just directing from a distance</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Present and defend creative ideas confidently to clients and internal stakeholders</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Manage and mentor a team of three senior designers, giving clear direction and feedback</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Incorporate AI tools into the creative process where they genuinely improve the work or the workflow</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Keep quality high and timelines realistic under agency pace and pressure</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Jump in on the details when the team needs an extra pair of hands</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Bring an understanding of commercial property - its audiences, conventions and delivery constraints - to the work</li></ul> Ideal Head of Creative Profile: <ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Agency background, or a clear understanding of how agencies operate and move</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">A strong conceptual thinker with a track record of turning briefs into ideas</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">A strong portfolio spanning multiple channels, ideally including property-sector work</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Hands-on fluency with relevant creative tools</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Comfort with modern digital workflows and productivity tools</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">AI-aware, with genuine willingness to use AI tools as part of the creative process </li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Confident, articulate presenter who can explain and defend creative decisions</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Collaborative, low-ego approach to leading a team and working with other departments</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2Fyb2xpbmUuR3JhaW5nZXIuMDk1MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-29T15:45:10Z

Treasury Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
100000 - 140000 GBP / Yearly
This newly created Treasury Manager role for a rapidly growing Fintech paying £100,000 to £140,000 depending on experience, based near in the heart of the City on a Permanent basis and operate 3 days in the office policy.RoleAs Treasury Manager you will work closely with the CFO who is all about internal growth and development. Please find a brief outline of the role below:<ul><li>Treasury Transformation & Automation</li><li>AI Automation</li><li>Treasury Operations & Payments</li><li>Treasury Operations & Payments</li><li>FX & Hedging Activities</li><li>Banking Administration & Controls</li><li>Governance & Compliance</li></ul>ProfileThe Treasury Manager for this Fintech is ideally for the below<ul><li>Someone with 5-10 Years as a Treasury Manager</li><li>Experience with automating a Treasury function</li><li>Evidence of using AI</li><li>From Financial services- ideally a Fintech</li></ul>CompanyThe Treasury Manager will report into a hugely impressive CFO who you will very closely on the day-to-day operations. The fintech is looking for someone who's very tech savvy and the business is looking to automation, us AI to help improve processes. The Fintech have year on year growth and reason for this is due to growthSalary & BenefitsSalary is bench marked £100,000 to £140,000 on experience. Additionally, they also have amazing culture and work life balance and only require you to be in the office 3 times a week and are all about internal progression and growth. The business also has 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) private medical and lots of other great benefits and other amazing benefitsRobert 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF0dC5CaXJkLjgwMjI2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-07-23T08:13:29Z

Finance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
80000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
This newly created Senior Finance Manager role for a Wealth Manager Firm paying £80,000 to £90,000 depending on experience, based in the heart of the City on a Permanent basis and operate 3 days in the office policy. RoleAs Senior Finance Manager you will work closely with the CFO who is all about internal growth and development. Please find a brief outline of the role below:<ul><li>Produce monthly group management accounts, Board reporting and statutory reporting.</li><li>Lead the monthly group consolidation and intercompany reconciliation process.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and rolling forecasts.</li><li>Maintain reporting hierarchies, financial data governance and system mappings.</li><li>Develop reporting packs, dashboards and automation initiatives.</li><li>Drive finance process improvements and reporting enhancements.</li></ul>ProfileThe Senior Finance Manager for this Wealth Manager is ideally for the below<ul><li>ACCA/ ACA Qualfied with at least 3 years post qualification experience</li><li>Listed business background</li><li>From a Group Background with large consolidations experience</li><li>Financial services background</li></ul>CompanyThe Senior Finance Manager will report into a hugely impressive CFO who you will very closely on the day-to-day operations. The Wealth Manager is looking for someone who's very tech savvy and the business is looking to automation, us AI to help improve processes. The Wealth Manager have year on year growth and reason for this is due to growth.Salary & BenefitsSalary is bench marked £80,000 to £90,000 on experience. Additionally, they also have amazing culture and work life balance and only require you to be in the office 3 times a week and are all about internal progression and growth. The business also has 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) private medical and lots of other great benefits and other amazing benefits. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF0dC5CaXJkLjU3MzY2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-04T14:40:20Z

IT Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>IT Manager | Covent Garden, London | Hybrid</h1><h2>Take ownership. Drive change. Shape the future of IT.</h2>If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence how technology is used, rather than simply keeping the lights on, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.We're partnering with a boutique executive search firm to recruit an IT Manager who will take full ownership of its internal technology environment. Supporting around 70 users, you'll work closely with the CTO to deliver an exceptional IT service while leading technology improvements across the business.This is a varied, hands-on position with plenty of autonomy. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day IT environment while helping shape the firm's long-term technology roadmap, with the freedom to introduce new tools, improve processes and evaluate emerging technologies, including AI.<h2>What you'll be doing</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Owning the day-to-day IT function for around 70 users, providing high-quality support across the business</li><li>Managing Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, Windows Autopilot and endpoint management</li><li>Building and deploying devices, managing joiners, movers and leavers, and maintaining workplace technology</li><li>Administering security platforms including CrowdStrike, Mimecast and Egress</li><li>Managing relationships with MSPs, telecoms providers and software vendors, ensuring high service standards</li><li>Leading IT improvement projects, software rollouts and technology upgrades</li><li>Reviewing contracts, licences and renewals to maximise value and control costs</li><li>Working closely with the CTO to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement</li></ul><h2>What's in it for you?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>The opportunity to own and shape the internal IT function</li><li>Direct exposure to the CTO and involvement in technology strategy</li><li>The freedom to introduce new technologies and improve existing systems</li><li>A broad role spanning infrastructure, support, projects, security and supplier management</li><li>A collaborative, high-performing environment where your ideas will have real impact</li><li>Hybrid working from modern offices in the heart of Covent Garden</li></ul><h2>What we're looking for</h2>You'll be an experienced IT professional with broad Microsoft infrastructure experience and a genuine passion for delivering an outstanding IT service. You'll enjoy taking ownership, building strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, and balancing hands-on technical work with projects and continuous improvement.Whether you're an established IT Manager or a Senior IT Engineer ready to take the next step, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact in a growing, technology-driven business.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/V2lsbC5TdGVhZC41ODAxNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-21T15:30:08Z

Full Stack Engineer (Python/React.js) -Vietnam

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
- 81000 GBP / Yearly
Full Stack Engineer (Python/React.js) -Vietnam This role is based in Vietnam and we are looking for local candidates based in Ho Chi Minh City. This is an outstanding opening to become the head of development or future CTO. This is a Perm roleIn partnership with Robert Half Ltd and Tony KoyrattyLocation: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Work Pattern 2 days in office and 3 days from home) Candidates must be able to live in work and travel to central Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam Join a fast-growing B2B SaaS Scale up which purpose-driven technology business with ambitious expansion plans and a product trusted by millions of clients worldwide. You will play a pivotal role in helping building out the company presence in Vietnam. This is an exciting opportunity to join at a pivotal stage of growth, where you'll have the chance to influence product direction, shape technical decisions, and play a key role as the business continues to scale. The Opportunity We're looking for a Full Stack Engineer (Python/React.js) with deep React and Next.js expertise and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences. You'll work closely with Product and Design to transform high-fidelity Figma designs into beautiful, responsive, pixel-perfect applications while helping shape the future architecture of a rapidly scaling platform. What We're Looking For<ul><li>Work across the whole stack - Python, Django, PostgreSQL, TypeScript, React/Next.js</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline customer operations with AI, then design and build AI pipeline and agentic flows to implement them</li></ul>You are an experienced full-stack engineer who is comfortable taking product ideas from discovery through deployment. You enjoy working independently, making pragmatic technical decisions, and building software that solves real-world problems for customers.You have strong hands-on experience with our core stack: Python, Django, PostgreSQL, TypeScript, React, and Next.js. You understand REST APIs, web development fundamentals, database design, and what it takes to build reliable, performant systems. Why Join?<ul><li>High-growth business with genuine progression opportunities</li><li>Influence product direction and customer experience</li><li>Modern technology stack and engineering culture</li><li>Hybrid working and flexible environment</li><li>Strong benefits package</li></ul> In person interviews ASAP APPLY NOW!!!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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS40NjE1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-06T20:52:39Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
This newly created Financial Accountant role for a Private Equity Firm paying £70,000 to £80,000 depending on experience, based near in the heart of the City on a Permanent basis and operate 4 days in the office policy.RoleAs Financial Accountant you will work closely with the CFO who is all about internal growth and development. Please find a brief outline of the role below:<ul><li>Manage the global group consolidation process</li><li>Duties as part of management accounts process</li><li>Consolidation and review of overseas subsidiaries into Group management</li><li>Preparation of annual statutory accounts</li><li>Supporting the Head of Financial Control with all technical accounting matters (IFRS)</li><li>Liaising with external auditors and advisors</li></ul>ProfileThe Financial Accountant for this Private Equity is ideally for the below<ul><li>Qualified Accountant with at Least one-year PQE (ACA, ACCA)</li><li>Lots of experience on audit entities using various IFRS standards</li><li>From Financial Services</li></ul>CompanyThe Financial Accountant will report into a hugely impressive CFO who you will very closely on the day-to-day operations. The Private Equity is looking for someone who's very tech savvy and the business is looking to automation, us AI to help improve processes. The Private have year on year growth and reason for this is due to growth.Salary & BenefitsSalary is bench marked £70,000 to £80,000 on experience. Additionally, they also have amazing culture and work life balance and only require you to be in the office 4 times a week and are all about internal progression and growth. The business also has 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) private medical and lots of other great benefits and other amazing benefits. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF0dC5CaXJkLjMxMjA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-07-27T14:51:06Z

Head of Customer Service

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is working with a fast-growing Series A fintech building the financial infrastructure for emerging markets trade to hire a Head of Customer ServiceTheir platform makes it faster, cheaper and more transparent for businesses to pay their international suppliers, helping companies across Africa, Latin America and the Middle East. Backed by tier-1 venture investors and angels from some of the best-known names in fintech, and are scaling fast. This is a genuinely high-impact environment for someone who wants to build.They are looking for a Head of Customer Service to own the quality of every customer interaction and build the team, systems and processes that let customer service scale as the business grows.The roleReporting to the Head of Operations, you will lead the Customer Service function and be the internal voice of the customer, holding the wider business to a high standard. This is a hands-on leadership role at the intersection of operations, customer experience and process design.What you will do<ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Lead, coach and develop the Customer Service team, scaling across markets and time zones</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Be the internal champion of customers, translating recurring pain points into prioritised asks for compliance, sales, product and engineering, and driving them to resolution</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Own customer service KPIs end to end</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Define what good looks like across written communication, tone, clarity and resolution quality</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Act as the escalation point for the most sensitive customer situations</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Lead the selection, implementation and roll-out of customer service tooling</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Drive automation and process improvement so the function scales without proportionally scaling headcount</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Build the dashboards and reporting that give leadership visibility on customer service health</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Own customer FAQs, internal playbooks and customer-facing documentation</li></ul>What they are looking for<ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">7+ years in customer service, operations or client-facing roles in startups, ideally in a WhatsApp-heavy environment</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">B2B customer service experience</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A track record of managing and developing teams, and of designing and improving CS processes, SLAs and tooling at scale</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience implementing or migrating CS tooling (for example Zendesk, Intercom or HubSpot Service)</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Fluent French and English, both spoken and written</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A strong analytical mindset, comfortable using data to diagnose problems and measure impact</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Hunger for a high-paced, rapidly growing environment with broad exposure and autonomy</li></ul><ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Previous experience at a VC-backed startup or top-tier consultancy</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Familiarity with payments, compliance or cross-border financial flows</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Comfort using AI tools to work faster and smarter</li></ul>The details<ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Competitive salary, plus share options and benefits</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Hybrid: at least three days a week in the office, in London </li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWFkZWxlaW5lLkJhcm5lcy4wODY4OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-06-14T17:46:33Z

Financial Controller

Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
remote
Permanent
70000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Specialist Sales Business with offices in HatfieldRoleAs Financial Controller you will provide financial management and support to the business covering compliance, budgeting and forecasting and quarterly reporting across the business and into stakeholders. Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Line manage and development of a team of three</li><li>Supplier payment authorisation and payment management</li><li>Train and develop the team</li><li>Improve processes and systems to align with best practice and create efficiencies</li><li>Weekly review and presentation of cashflow position and make recommendations</li><li>Final review of the monthly management accounts and support with improving commentary on variance analysis</li><li>Final review of monthly variance analysis with presentation to the SLT</li></ul><ul><li>Own the budget and reforecast process, reporting to the SLT and department heads</li><li>Complete monthly review of foreign currency requirements</li><li>Lead on projects to introduce new suppliers or new software</li><li>A member of the pricing team; bringing the relevant financial data to the meetings to support the pricing decisions and cost assumptions built into the cost provisions</li></ul><ul><li>Vat and Audit management</li></ul><ul><li>Lead contact with external banking partner, including payment authorisation and credit card management</li></ul><ul><li>Maintenance and admin for Microsoft Business Central accounts software</li><li>Awareness and introduction of AI opportunities within the system and or other processes</li></ul><ul><li>Finance business partner all other internal departments to provide the financial and business data they need in order to make decisions in their areas</li></ul>Your ProfileYou will be a Qualified Accountant with previous team management experience ideally with exposure to industries that have ABTA and ABTOL related compliance policies. In addition you will have strong attention to detail and be highly interpersonal with the ability to work cross functionally across finance and on finance and with senior leadership teams. Salary and BenefitsRole of Financial Controller is based 5 days from the office near Hatfield and paying a salary of up to £75K + BenefitsRobert 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTgzNTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-03T14:02:39Z

Finance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Contract
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Role:Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Finance Manager to assist them for 12 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Own the end-to-end accounting processes supporting the Marketing organisation, ensuring complete, accurate, and timely accounting under US GAAP.</li><li>Partner with Marketing, Commercial, FP&A, Legal, and other cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate new initiatives, contracts, and campaigns, providing accounting guidance and ensuring appropriate accounting outcomes.</li><li>Apply knowledge of ASC 606 to assess whether marketing arrangements have revenue recognition implications, including customer incentives, promotional programs, and commercial agreements.</li><li>Manage month-end close activities across the Marketing portfolio, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, accruals, and balance sheet integrity.</li><li>Prepare technical accounting documentation, accounting position papers, and process documentation while supporting internal controls and responding to internal and external audit requests.</li><li>Identify, lead, and implement process improvements that strengthen controls, reduce manual effort, and improve scalability through automation, system enhancements, and AI-enabled workflows.</li><li>Organise and lead cross-functional initiatives, building productive relationships with Finance, Marketing, Commercial, Product, Legal, Operations, and other business partners.</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Finance Manager will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA) and will have a strong understanding of US GAAP & ASC 606. Ideally you will have experience using Netsuite or a similar large ERP system. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a leading Tech firm based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:The temporary Finance Manager role will be paying circa £70,000 - £80,000, dependant on experience.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC44MTYzMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-06T16:22:21Z

Group Reporting Accountant

Chertsey, Surrey
remote
Permanent
55000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Key Requirements * ACA qualified (or equivalent). * Strong technical accounting expertise with the ability to manage complex consolidations and group reporting. * Highly systems-oriented and technology-savvy, with experience of finance systems, process automation, and digital transformation initiatives. * Comfortable operating in a hands-on environment and taking ownership of projects from conception through to implementation. * Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence change across the organisation. Responsibilities * Manage the monthly financial close process across four legal entities. * Receive trial balance-level information from local finance teams and complete the month-end close, consolidations, and reporting requirements. * Prepare accurate and timely management and financial reporting for the group. * Lead and support ongoing finance transformation projects, including AI and system implementations. * Work closely with the external audit team to deliver audits efficiently and identify opportunities for process and control improvements. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and the wider organisation. * Provide leadership and guidance to colleagues through indirect (dotted-line) management responsibility for six employees. * Develop into a future Finance Director position as the organisation continues to grow.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uMDg4NDguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-06-23T15:08:14Z

Payroll Analyst

Didcot, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
45000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation based in Harwell to recruit a Payroll Analyst. The Payroll Analyst will receive a salary between £45,000-£60,000 (potentially negotiable) along with other attractive benefits including hybrid remote working, a bonus and equity! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Manage the administration and processing of the company's monthly UK payroll and designated international payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.</li><li>Administer day-to-day employee benefits programmes and provide support for ongoing benefit plan operations.</li><li>Maintain a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, taxation, employment law and relevant HR regulations, ensuring continued compliance.</li><li>Prepare year-end payroll reporting and statutory submissions.</li><li>Support SOX compliance, internal controls and audit requirements.</li><li>Participate in payroll system implementations, enhancements and reporting optimisation initiatives.</li><li>Coordinate annual payroll changes including bonuses, salary reviews, promotions and market adjustments.</li><li>Partner with Finance on budgeting, invoicing, accounting activities and other cross-functional initiatives.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, including the use of automation and artificial intelligence to drive efficiency and improve the employee experience.</li><li>Manage relationships with external payroll and benefits providers to ensure high-quality service delivery.</li><li>Process tax withholdings relating to employee equity plans in partnership with the equity administration team.</li><li>Provide payroll support and act as back-up for US and other international payrolls when required.</li><li>Contribute to wider Global Rewards initiatives, supporting organisational growth and continuous improvement across payroll and benefits.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>A minimum of five years' payroll experience,</li><li>Proven UK payroll experience (essential), with exposure to global payrolls</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, taxation and employment regulations.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation.</li><li>Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>The resilience and flexibility to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</li><li>Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple competing deadlines.</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuODc4NTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-23T19:46:48Z