<p><strong>Financial Controller - 6 months, potential for extension - North Oxfordshire CIRCA £70 - £80K</strong></p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a proactive, "go-getter" Financial Controller to join a rapidly developing division of an established business.</p><p>This role will lead the finance function, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, improvinacg processes, and driving performance insight across the business. You will manage a team and work closely with operational and senior stakeholders to support decision-making and business growth.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Control & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Own and deliver the <strong>month-end close</strong> (opening to closing balance) in line with strict deadlines (target: Day 3)</li><li>Ensure accurate <strong>balance sheet, P&L, prepayments, and accruals</strong></li><li>Track performance against <strong>budget, forecast, and long-term plans</strong></li><li>Provide clear <strong>variance analysis and insight</strong></li><li>Ensure compliance with <strong>accounting standards and group policies</strong> <strong>(including IFRS 16 - essential experience to this </strong>, capitalisation, provisions)</li></ul><p><strong>Business Partnering & Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Provide <strong>financial insight and decision support</strong> to improve business performance</li><li>Present results and commentary to <strong>regional and senior stakeholders</strong></li><li>Work closely with FP&A to deliver effective management information</li><li>Support and challenge <strong>business cases and investment decisions</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Project Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee accounting for <strong>project spend and capitalisation</strong></li><li>Experience in:</li><ul><li>Capitalising vs expensing</li><li>Managing project costs</li><li>Reviewing significant business cases</li></ul></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop a team across:</li><ul><li>Accounts Payable</li><li>Accounts Receivable</li><li>Management Accounting</li></ul><li>Ensure:</li><ul><li>Timely payments and debt collection</li><li>Strong cash flow management</li></ul><li>Provide coaching and improve team capability and output</li></ul><p><strong>Process Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Identify and implement <strong>process improvements</strong></li><li>Improve speed and accuracy of reporting (currently slow and inconsistent)</li><li>Shift focus from <strong>data processing to insight generation</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Cash Flow & Controls</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee <strong>cash flow, treasury interaction, and intercompany transactions</strong></li><li>Ensure strong financial controls and financial resilience metrics</li><li>Lead <strong>year-end audit</strong> and manage external auditors</li></ul><p><strong>Stakeholder Management</strong></p><ul><li>Work with:</li><ul><li>Site managers</li><li>Operational teams</li><li>Senior leadership and central finance</li></ul><li>Act as a key link between finance and the wider business</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (<strong>ACA / ACCA / CIMA</strong>)</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge</li><li>Experience running a <strong>full finance function</strong></li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>AR, AP, Management Accounts, Treasury</strong></li><li>Experience working with senior stakeholders in large organisations</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Proactive, organised, and deadline-driven</li><li>Strong communicator and team leader</li><li>Analytical with the ability to explain financial performance clearly</li><li>Curious, asks questions, and challenges the status quo</li><li>Comfortable driving change and improving processes</li><li>Takes ownership and gets things done</li></ul><p><strong>Environment</strong></p><ul><li>Converted barn office (non-corporate, informal, family feel)</li><li>Opportunity to make a visible impact in a developing business area</li></ul><p><strong>Key Focus Areas</strong></p><ul><li>Improve <strong>timeliness and accuracy</strong> of reporting</li><li>Deliver <strong>Day 3 month-end close</strong></li><li>Strengthen team capability and output</li><li>Drive better <strong>insight and business performance</strong></li></ul><p>To be considered please send the following:</p><ul><li>Your latest CV</li><li>Your location</li><li>Your notice period</li><li>Your salary expectation</li></ul><p> </p><p>Please also send this information which we can send with your CV to the client.</p><ul><li>When you have had to work under IFRS 16</li><li>Your capitalisation experience</li><li>Project Accounting experience</li><li>Size teams managed</li><li>When you've reviewed business cases</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/bGlzYS5oYXl3YXJkLjc4MTMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting a Financial Controller role on a permanent basis with a growing organisation based in Swindon. This role would suit an experienced SME Financial Controller seeking longer term development into a Finance Director role.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>The Financial Controller will partner closely with the senior leadership team, giving oversight on the financial position of the business and supporting with strategic decision making. The role will involve but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Overseeing the production of monthly management accounts.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting.</li><li>Financial analysis.</li><li>Managing the audit and being the point of contact for the auditors.</li><li>Year end reporting.</li><li>Managing a team including 1:1s and developing staff members.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with 5+ years PQE.</li><li>Experience of working in an SME.</li><li>Experience within manufacturing/retail is advantageous but not essential.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>£70,000 - £80,000 base salary.</li><li>Bonus scheme (10%).</li><li>Hybrid working (upon passing probation) 3 days onsite, 2 days from home.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li><li>Wider benefits package.</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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjI2NzY1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Interim Credit Controller - Leamington Spa - Hybrid (3 days office) <br />28K - 9 Month Maternity Cover Contract</p><p>We are seeking an immediately available experienced Interim Credit Controller to join a well established business based in Leamington Spa on a 9 month maternity cover contract.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and motivated individual to join a supportive finance team, helping to maintain strong cash flow and effective credit management processes.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:<br />* Managing the end to end credit control process <br />* Chasing outstanding debt via phone and email <br />* Building strong relationships with customers to resolve queries <br />* Allocating cash and reconciling customer accounts <br />* Maintaining accurate sales ledger records <br />* Supporting month-end processes and reporting <br />* Working closely with internal teams to resolve invoicing issues</p><p>About You:<br />* Proven experience in Credit Control <br />* Strong understanding of sales ledger processes <br />* Experience using Xero is highly desirable <br />* Good Excel and MS Office skills <br />* Self starter with a proactive approach <br />* Highly organised with strong attention to detail <br />* A team player with excellent communication skills</p><p>What's on Offer:<br />* Hybrid working (3 days in office) <br />* Competitive salary <br />* Supportive and collaborative team environment <br />* Immediate start</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/VGluby5GcmVldGguODc0OTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
