11 results for Operations Manager in Redditch, Worcestershire

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

Management Accountant

West Midlands, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Management Accountant</h1><h3>Build your future. Don't just fill another finance role.</h3>£50,000-£55,000 + Study Support | Black Country | ManufacturingSome finance roles help you close the month.This one will help you build a career.We're recruiting on behalf of one of the Black Country's most respected manufacturing businesses. An Investors in People award winner, this organisation has built its reputation by investing heavily in its people, its technology and its manufacturing capability. Here, development isn't something that's promised at interview-it's something that's funded and delivered.If you're a part-qualified or qualified ACCA or CIMA accountant with manufacturing experience and the ambition to become a Finance Manager or Financial Controller, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.<h2>Why this role is different</h2>The person you're replacing has progressed their career, creating an opportunity for someone equally ambitious to follow the same path. From day one, you'll be encouraged to think beyond the numbers. You'll work alongside senior leaders across manufacturing and operations, attend management meetings, contribute to commercial decision-making and become a trusted business partner within the organisation. Along the way, you'll receive significant investment in your professional development, including external coaching, leadership development and continued study support for anyone still completing their professional qualification.<h2>What you'll be doing</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Business partnering with Manufacturing and Operations Managers</li><li>Producing meaningful management information that supports commercial decisions</li><li>Costing, margin analysis and profitability reporting</li><li>Driving continuous improvement across finance processes and systems</li><li>Supporting automation and AI-led process improvements</li><li>Leading improvement projects that make a genuine business impact</li><li>Becoming an influential member of the wider management team</li></ul><h2>We're looking for someone who</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Is studying towards, or has recently qualified in, ACCA or CIMA</li><li>Has experience working within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Enjoys solving problems and improving processes</li><li>Wants to move beyond producing reports and become a commercial finance professional</li><li>Is curious, ambitious and excited by continuous learning</li><li>Can build relationships with operational stakeholders across the business</li></ul><h2>We know great candidates don't always tick every box</h2>Research consistently shows that many talented professionals-particularly women-are less likely to apply unless they feel they meet every requirement. If this opportunity excites you, but you're wondering whether your experience is quite enough, we'd still love to hear from you. We're looking for potential, ambition and the right attitude just as much as a perfect CV. If you have manufacturing finance experience and a genuine desire to learn, we'll invest in helping you become the finance leader you want to be.<h2>In return</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>£50,000-£55,000 salary</li><li>Full study support for part-qualified ACCA or CIMA accountants</li><li>Significant investment in external coaching and leadership development</li><li>Clear progression towards Finance Manager and Financial Controller</li><li>Join one of the Black Country's most respected manufacturing employers</li><li>Work with an experienced leadership team committed to developing future finance leaders</li></ul>This is far more than an Assistant Management Accountant position.It's an opportunity to accelerate your career, develop commercially, influence business decisions and build the skills needed to become a future finance leader.If you're ready for that next step, we'd love to hear from you.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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uODM3MDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-23T09:01:53Z

Commercial Finance Analyst

Tamworth, Staffordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Commercial Finance Analyst - Permanent - Up to £50k + bonus - Tamworth - Hybrid Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a large, established and fast-paced service-led organisation, in the search for a permanent Commercial Finance Analyst, offering hybrid working and up to £50,000.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to work closely with senior operational and commercial stakeholders - turning complex financial and operational data into clear insight that drives better business decisions.This isn't a reporting role where you simply produce numbers and send them on. You'll have the opportunity to understand what is happening behind the numbers, work directly with operational leaders and influence decisions around profitability, productivity, cost and service performance. You'll gain broad exposure across commercial finance, operational performance, supplier management, budgeting, forecasting and business partnering, while playing a visible role in driving continuous improvement.Key Details: <ul><li>Job Title: Commercial Finance Analyst</li><li>Salary: £40k - £50k, DOE, + 10% bonus</li><li>Location: Tamworth</li><li>Working Pattern: Full-time - hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote (fully onsite required for first 6 months)</li><li>Benefits: Employee discounts, Virtual GP, 23 days holiday + bank holidays, free parking, improved parental and paternity leave and more!</li></ul>Responsibilities: <ul><li>Producing weekly and monthly financial reporting across revenue, costs, margins and operational KPIs.</li><li>Analysing performance against budget, forecast and prior periods, identifying the operational drivers behind the numbers.</li><li>Partnering with Regional Managers, Operations Managers and Service Teams to improve financial and operational performance.</li><li>Providing insight into route profitability, labour productivity, utilisation and cost-to-serve.</li><li>Developing and maintaining KPI dashboards covering areas such as revenue per engineer, jobs per day, route efficiency and cost per service.</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and month-end, including accruals, prepayments and cost allocations.</li><li>Working closely with Procurement, Operations, HR and Finance to improve supplier performance, purchasing and cost efficiency.</li><li>Analysing temporary labour, overtime, subcontractor and consumable costs to identify opportunities for savings and improved margins.</li><li>Challenging assumptions and using data to uncover opportunities for operational efficiency and commercial improvement.</li><li>Extracting, manipulating and analysing large volumes of data from finance and operational systems.</li><li>Improving reporting through automation, standardisation and collaboration with BI/Data teams.</li><li>Supporting financial controls, governance and audit requirements.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Someone who is analytical, commercially curious and confident working with stakeholders.</li><li>Part or fully qualified (ACCA, CIMA or ACA).</li><li>Experience in a commercial finance, management reporting or analytical role.</li><li>Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.</li><li>Advanced Excel capability.</li><li>Experience turning large volumes of data into meaningful, actionable insight.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>The confidence to challenge constructively and ask the right questions.</li><li>A proactive, self-starting approach with a genuine interest in improving how things are done.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMjk3NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-20T16:24:03Z

Group Finance Manager

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Happy Days, a Private Equity backed Nurseries and Pre-Schools group to recruit a Group Finance Manager on a permanent basis. Based in Swindon, this newly created position will lead the day-to-day finance operations ensuring financial integrity and control across the organisation. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role will operate in a commercially focused, high-growth environment. Joining at an exciting stage in Happy Days' journey, you will support the creation of a new Hub in Wiltshire, helping to underpin the Group's expanding footprint. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations and management accounting, driving efficiencies, enhancing processes, and contributing to the development of a best-in-class finance function. 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 employing around 1500 team members, their passion for inspiring the next generation is at the heart of their mission The Group Finance Manager Role… You will be at the forefront of building a team within Swindon following the decision to create a second Hub. This is a great opportunity to be hands on in the development of people, processes and control measures whilst maintaining the business as usual requirements. Working closely with the Finance Director to drive continuous improvement areas and opportunity for efficiencies within routine tasks, automation of manual processes and shortened reporting cycles. The Group Finance Manager will oversee areas of transactional finance, reporting and record-to-report functions to bring together and drive the contributions and outputs of the month end close process across the group. Alongside this, key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Maintain internal control framework across portfolio of sites and group.</li><li>Lead month end close processes including consolidation of management accounts.</li><li>Production of monthly reporting pack inclusive of balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis and relevant commentary for review.</li><li>Maintenance of R2R cycle including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable and receivable functions - Oversee and control of cash flow management across the group.</li><li>Act as a finance project lead on integration's to bring together work-streams across finance operations.</li><li>Provide actionable insight to operational leaders to ensure understanding of financial metrics to non-finance, key stakeholders.</li><li>Lead, coach and develop a team of 10+ across Management Accounts, Revenue, AP/AR.</li></ul> About you… <ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience within a finance leadership position.</li><li>Strength within people management, building and leading a high-performance team.</li><li>Evidence of contribution to process improvement within core finance processes.</li><li>Strength with ERP optimisation and utilising technology to drive efficiency.</li><li>Prior multi-site or multi-revenue streams experience.</li><li>Previous experience within a PE backed environment advantageous.</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… c£70k basic salary and a range of attractive benefits including car allowance, enhanced leave, performance related rewards, Life Assurance and an exhaustive Employee Assistance & Well-being 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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjgzNzQ0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-07-21T10:19:30Z

Finance Manager

Bicester, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in Bicester to recruit a Finance Manager. The Finance Manager will receive a package of up to £70,000 (up to £57,000 base plus generous bonus) along with other benefits including hybrid remote working! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li> Financial Leadership & Strategy: Spearheading all financial operations for the UK entity, ensuring robust financial governance, strategic alignment and full compliance with internal and external standards.</li><li>Team Leadership & Development: Leading, mentoring, and inspiring a high-performing Finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.</li><li>Business Partnering: Serving as a proactive and trusted financial advisor to the BCGB leadership structure, including the Managing Director and functional heads. Taking ownership of translating complex financial data into strategic, actionable insights that enable informed decision-making, drive operational excellence and support sustainable growth.</li><li>Performance Management & Reporting: Driving the preparation and delivery of accurate, timely and insightful financial reports, forecasts and variance analyses to empower data-driven decision-making.</li><li>Compliance & Risk Oversight: Ensuring unwavering adherence to UK tax regulations, statutory reporting and internal audit requirements while identifying and mitigating financial risks with foresight and precision.</li><li>Project & Revenue Control: Owning the monthly project risk review process, overseeing revenue recognition and ensuring accurate margin tracking and proactive debt collection in collaboration with project and sales teams.</li><li>Treasury & Cash Flow Management: Managing treasury activities, including cash flow forecasting and foreign currency hedging, in close coordination with Group Finance.</li><li>Team Leadership & Development: Leading, mentoring, and inspiring a high-performing Finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>Professional Experience: 5+ years managing finance administration in small to mid-sized organisations, with strong knowledge of UK tax legislation and IFRS.</li><li>Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams and deliver results in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.</li><li>Customer Focus: Excellent communication skills with a strong customer-centric approach and ability to build collaborative relationships.</li><li>Organisation: Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a focus on improving financial processes.</li><li>Self-Motivation: Proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement in dynamic environments.</li><li>Cross-Cultural Collaboration: Builds inclusive, collaborative relationships across diverse teams and cultures.</li><li>Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Office, accounting software, and financial systems, with a focus on leveraging technology to improve efficiency.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNjU0ODUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-21T11:00:02Z

Financial Controller (no.1)

Lichfield, Staffordshire
remote
Permanent
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are partnering with a fast‑growing events business operating across the UK and Europe. With major clients, cutting‑edge technology and an outstanding sector reputation, the leadership team is now seeking a hands‑on Financial Controller to take full ownership of the finance function.With a base near Lichfield, this Financial Controller role combines multi‑site leadership with international exposure.This is a role for someone who wants ownership, influence, and the chance to shape a finance function as the business continues to scale.<ul><li>Finance Ownership - Responsibility for the finance function, reporting directly to the MD and shareholders.</li><li>Team Leadership - Oversee a longstanding team, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations.</li><li>Cashflow Management - Tight control and forecasting in a capital‑intensive, equipment‑heavy business.</li><li>Reporting - statutory reporting, produce timely management accounts, and maintain robust financial records.</li><li>Margin & Overhead Review - Analyse performance, challenge assumptions, and drive profitability.</li><li>Balance Sheet Integrity - Perform and review reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>International Liaison - Plan future European finance needs.</li><li>Budgeting & Financial Planning - Build budgets, forecasts, and long‑range financial plans.</li><li>Insurance & Contract Negotiation - Lead renewals and negotiate commercial terms.</li><li>Systems & Process Improvement - Review systems, prepare for a software upgrade, modernise processes.</li><li>Funding Provider Management - Maintain strong relationships and negotiate effectively with lenders. </li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile:</h2><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).</li><li>Proven experience as a Financial Controller in an SME.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of Sage Line 50.</li><li>Experience managing payroll and HR processes.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.</li><li>Confident communicator, comfortable influencing stakeholders at all levels.</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuODc2ODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-27T15:11:22Z

Group Finance Controller

Northampton, Northamptonshire
remote
Permanent
10000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Group Financial Controller Northampton | Hybrid (2-3 days office / 2-3 days home) £90,000 - £100,000 + Excellent BenefitsRobert Half is delighted to be exclusively recruiting for a Group Financial Controller on behalf of a highly successful, market-leading business operating within one of the UK's most sought-after industries. This is a genuinely rare opportunity to join a consistently profitable organisation with an outstanding reputation, offering excellent career development, long-term stability and the opportunity to lead a high-performing Group Finance function within a fast-growing, PE-backed business.The business also offers an exceptionally generous annual bonus, which has been paid consistently for over 10 consecutive years, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller or Head of Finance looking to step into a broad, strategic leadership role with responsibility for financial control, reporting, treasury, systems, governance and continuous improvement, whilst partnering closely with senior leadership and private equity stakeholders.RoleThe Group Financial Controller plays a pivotal leadership role within the Group Finance function, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely and insightful financial information across a complex multi-entity business. You will lead the financial processing and reporting teams while providing oversight of financial systems, treasury, governance and risk management, helping modernise the finance function through technology, automation and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities<ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead and develop the financial processing and reporting teams, fostering a high-performance culture.</li><li>Deliver an efficient month-end close and ensure accurate, timely management and board reporting.</li><li>Provide meaningful financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making.</li><li>Partner with operational, commercial and senior leadership teams across the business.</li><li>Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity management and working capital across the Group.</li><li>Ensure robust financial controls, balance sheet integrity and compliance with accounting standards.</li><li>Support statutory reporting, external audit and governance requirements.</li><li>Provide strategic oversight of financial systems, including continuous improvement, automation and reporting enhancements.</li><li>Oversee treasury operations, banking relationships and intercompany funding.</li><li>Lead risk management processes and support internal audit activities.</li><li>Play a key role in business transformation, M&A activity, acquisitions, integrations and group restructuring projects.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and data quality.</li></ul>About You<ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA or ACCA qualified with significant post-qualified experience.</li><li>Proven background in Financial Control, Group Reporting or a senior finance leadership role.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge within a complex multi-entity environment.</li><li>Experience leading and developing finance teams.</li><li>Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>Hands-on leader with a passion for improving processes, controls and systems.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Experience within a PE-backed, infrastructure, utilities, energy or similarly complex business would be advantageous.</li></ul>Package<ul data-spread="false"><li>Basic salary of £90,000 - £100,000.</li><li>Generous annual bonus with an excellent long-term track record of paying out.</li><li>Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office).</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package (full details available upon successful application).</li><li>Outstanding long-term career progression within a highly regarded and growing Group Finance function.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNjM4MzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-30T14:26:27Z

Bookkeeper

Coventry, West Midlands
remote
Temporary
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
We are recruiting for a Bookkeeper & Office Manager on behalf of a growing business in Coventry. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for a part-time role that combines bookkeeping responsibilities with general office management duties.Working closely with the leadership team, you will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while ensuring the smooth running of the office environment.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3> Bookkeeping Duties <ul><li>Maintain accurate financial records using Xero</li><li>Process sales and purchase invoices</li><li>Manage bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations</li><li>Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Prepare VAT returns and support compliance requirements</li><li>Assist with month-end reporting and financial administration</li><li>Produce ad hoc finance reports as required</li><li>Liaise with external accountants where necessary</li></ul> Office Management Duties <ul><li>Oversee day-to-day office operations</li><li>Manage office supplies and equipment</li><li>Coordinate suppliers and service providers</li><li>Handle incoming correspondence and general administration</li><li>Support onboarding of new employees</li><li>Maintain organised filing systems and company records</li><li>Assist with diary management and meeting coordination</li><li>Provide administrative support to the wider team</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Previous experience in a bookkeeping position</li><li>Strong working knowledge of Xero</li><li>Experience carrying out bank reconciliations, invoice processing and VAT submissions</li><li>Highly organised with strong attention to detail</li><li>Comfortable managing both finance and administrative responsibilities</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel</li><li>Able to work independently and prioritise workload effectively</li></ul><h3>What's On Offer</h3><ul><li>Part-time hours (2 days per week)</li><li>Temp-to-perm opportunity</li><li>Friendly and supportive working environment</li><li>Varied role combining finance and office management responsibilities</li><li>Immediate start available</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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4xMzA4Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-10T14:30:36Z

Head of Financial Planning

Buckingham, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
55000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of Financial Planning on behalf of a specialist Service and Data/Information Organisation with offices in Buckingham.The RoleAs Head of Financial Planning you will become a senior member of the Finance leadership team, working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Head of Financial Operations and other Executive stakeholders to provide strategic leadership in relation to financial planning, performance management and business partnering activities, ensuring that financial insight, forecasting, modelling and analysis support decision making at all levels of the organisation. Day to day duties will consist of:<ul><li>Lead the development and continuous improvement of the Organisation financial planning framework, including annual budgets, rolling forecasts, medium-term plans and long-term financial projections.</li><li>Establish organisation-wide planning methodologies, performance management frameworks and financial modelling standards.</li><li>Provide strategic oversight of management information and financial performance reporting, ensuring outputs support effective institutional decision making and governance.</li><li>Lead the financial evaluation of major investments, commercial opportunities, partnerships and organisational change initiatives, including due diligence annual reviews.</li><li>Develop and maintain complex financial models, including resource allocation methodologies, scenario models, investment appraisals and financial sustainability assessments.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide authoritative financial advice and recommendations to the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Team, on complex financial, commercial and strategic matters.</li><li>Prepare and present reports, business cases, financial models and strategic analyses for senior governance and decision-making forums.</li><li>Translate complex financial information into clear and accessible recommendations for both financial and non-financial audiences.</li><li>Act as a senior point of contact for complex financial planning, forecasting and performance management matters.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide leadership, coaching and performance management for direct reports.</li><li>Assess organisational capability, capacity and future resourcing requirements and make recommendations to support strategic objectives.</li><li>Contribute to the wider development of financial understanding across the Organisation</li></ul>Your profileYou will be a Qualified Accountant with the ability to lead a team and also with substantial experience of leading financial planning, management reporting, and business partnering in a complex organisation, with clear evidence of improving quality, timeliness, and analytical value. This is an excellent role to implement commercial reporting processes and values in order to drive the organisation towards further success.SalaryRole of Head of Financial Planning based in Buckingham is offering a salary up to £75K with hybrid working and excellent additional 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTg4MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-03T12:46:16Z

Financial Controller

Leicester, Leicestershire
remote
Permanent
70000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
A global, US manufacturing group is hiring a Financial Controller to strengthen its finance leadership team in Leicester. Reporting directly to the Finance Director and acting as their trusted deputy, this is a broad Financial Controller role in the East Midlands that blends hands-on financial control across UK and European entities with genuine people leadership and commercial business partnering.The Role:This is a role for a finance leader who enjoys both the rigour of strong governance and the variety of an international group environment. As Financial Controller you will keep the finance engine running smoothly across multiple legal entities, develop the team around you, and act as a visible finance presence for business leaders across the region, all from a well-established Leicester base.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Run the monthly, quarterly and annual close across a portfolio of legal entities, ensuring complete and accurate reporting under both UK and US GAAP</li><li>Lead, coach and develop the finance team across accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger</li><li>Deputise for the Finance Director, providing day-to-day leadership and decision-making across the regional finance function</li><li>Own the control environment, maintaining SOX compliance, sound accounting policies and effective systems</li><li>Oversee consolidated reporting to group, including cash-flow management, intercompany recharges and revenue recognition</li><li>Prepare statutory financial statements and lead the relationship with external auditors through year-end</li><li>Support ERP development and optimisation, and help integrate newly acquired businesses into the group</li></ul>What You Will Deliver:<ul><li>A close process the Finance Director and group stakeholders can rely on without question</li><li>A clean, well-evidenced control environment that stands up to SOX and external audit scrutiny</li><li>A more capable and confident finance team across the Leicester operation</li><li>Faster, smarter processes through automation, AI adoption and ERP improvement</li><li>Smooth financial integration of acquisitions as the group continues to expand</li></ul>What We Are Looking For:You are a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA, or qualified by experience) with a strong track record in financial control or finance management, ideally within an international or US-listed environment.<ul><li>Solid technical accounting skills, with working knowledge of UK and US GAAP</li><li>Experience of SOX or a comparable internal controls framework</li><li>Proven leadership of transactional and core accounting teams</li><li>Confident ERP user, with an interest in automation and the use of AI in finance</li><li>An engaging communicator who builds relationships at every level and influences beyond finance</li><li>Organised, detail-driven and comfortable managing competing priorities</li></ul>What The Job Offers:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working from a Leicester base in the East Midlands</li><li>A high-profile role with real breadth, from statutory reporting to acquisition integration</li><li>Clear scope to grow within a large, acquisitive international group</li><li>The chance to shape processes, systems and team development rather than simply maintain them</li></ul>This Financial Controller role may also suit candidates searching for Senior Finance Manager, Finance Controller, Head of Finance, Group Financial Controller and Finance Manager roles across Leicester, Leicestershire and the East Midlands.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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS41NjkxMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-22T13:11:01Z

Client accountant

Birmingham, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
30000 - 36000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Birmingham City Centre, Up to £36k Plus benefits and Hybrid working </h1><h1>Client Accountant</h1>We are recruiting for a Client Accountant to join an established property and asset services organisation. You'll manage accounting across a dedicated property portfolio, working closely with clients and internal teams to deliver accurate and timely financial services.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Client Accounting</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage client and property trial balances.</li><li>Prepare client and management reports.</li><li>Handle service charge and rent accounting.</li><li>Reconcile cash, invoices, and client accounts.</li><li>Resolve accounting and client queries.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and systems.</li><li>Manage service charge year-end reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare completion statements and funding requests.</li><li>Ensure client income is paid accurately and on time.</li><li>Support client audits and financial reviews.</li><li>Lead client calls and manage external stakeholders.</li><li>Support onboarding and offboarding of properties and clients.</li><li>Assist with coaching junior accounting team members.</li></ul><h3>Operations & Risk</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Follow internal procedures, RICS guidelines, and client money regulations.</li><li>Review outputs from internal and offshore teams.</li><li>Identify and escalate financial risks and issues.</li><li>Maintain accurate compliance and reporting records.</li></ul><h3>Systems</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Use property management and accounting systems.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date system records.</li><li>Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills required.</li></ul><h2>Knowledge & Experience</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>2-3 years' property or client accounting experience.</li><li>Understanding of service charges, rent, and client money.</li><li>Experience with property management systems.</li><li>PM&A Tramps experience desirable.</li><li>Knowledge of RICS/client money regulations desirable.</li></ul><h2>Skills & Attributes</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication skills.</li><li>Organised and deadline-focused.</li><li>Proactive and able to take ownership.</li><li>Strong team player with a willingness to develop.</li></ul><h2>The Opportunity</h2>An excellent opportunity for a Client Accountant or Property Accountant to join an established organisation, manage a varied portfolio, and develop their client and technical accounting 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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmJlYXR0aWUuMTEwNzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-24T13:59:07Z