<p data-end="292" data-start="83"><strong data-end="97" data-start="83">Job Title:</strong> Tax Manager - EMEA<br data-end="119" data-start="116" /> <strong data-end="132" data-start="119">Location:</strong> Fully remote (UK-based residency required)<br data-start="175" data-end="178" /> <strong data-start="178" data-end="191">Contract:</strong> 4 months, Inside IR35<br data-start="213" data-end="216" /> <strong data-start="216" data-end="229">Day Rate:</strong> £400 per day<br / data-end="245" data-start="242"> <strong data-end="262" data-start="245">Reporting to:</strong> Director, International Tax</p><p data-end="571" data-start="294"><strong data-end="313" data-start="294">The Opportunity</strong><br data-end="316" data-start="313" /> An international organisation with a strong presence in the defence sector is seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Ta</strong><strong data-start="442" data-end="464">x Manager - EMEA</strong>. This is a fully remote UK-based contract role, lasting 4 months, paying <strong data-end="568" data-start="538">£400 per day (Inside IR35)</strong>.</p><p data-start="573" data-end="832">The successful candidate will be responsible for managing direct and indirect tax compliance activities across a wide portfolio of EMEA entities, ensuring statutory obligations are met while supporting broader corporate tax reporting and audit requirements.</p><p data-start="834" data-end="860"><strong data-start="834" data-end="858">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-start="861" data-end="1452"><li data-end="1015" data-start="861"><p data-start="863" data-end="1015">Lead preparation and review of direct and indirect tax (VAT) returns for EMEA entities, working with internal finance teams and external tax advisors.</p></li><li data-end="1131" data-start="1016"><p data-start="1018" data-end="1131">Oversee approval and execution of all EMEA tax payments in line with statutory deadlines and internal controls.</p></li><li data-start="1132" data-end="1238"><p data-start="1134" data-end="1238">Support international tax reporting, including preparation of Provision to Return (PTR) documentation.</p></li><li data-start="1239" data-end="1362"><p data-end="1362" data-start="1241">Act as the primary contact for auditors on tax matters, ensuring timely completion of audits and reporting obligations.</p></li><li data-end="1452" data-start="1363"><p data-start="1365" data-end="1452">Provide ad hoc tax compliance support and contribute to special projects as required.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1487" data-start="1454"><strong data-start="1454" data-end="1485">Qualifications & Experience</strong></p><ul data-end="2082" data-start="1488"><li data-end="1592" data-start="1488"><p data-end="1592" data-start="1490">Recognised professional qualification in tax and/or accounting (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent).</p></li><li data-end="1699" data-start="1593"><p data-start="1595" data-end="1699">Significant experience managing direct and indirect tax compliance within a multinational environment.</p></li><li data-end="1783" data-start="1700"><p data-start="1702" data-end="1783">Strong knowledge of VAT and corporate tax compliance across EMEA jurisdictions.</p></li><li data-start="1784" data-end="1884"><p data-end="1884" data-start="1786">Proven ability to work effectively with external advisors, auditors, and cross-functional teams.</p></li><li data-end="1985" data-start="1885"><p data-start="1887" data-end="1985">Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail.</p></li><li data-end="2082" data-start="1986"><p data-end="2082" data-start="1988">Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with tax reporting/compliance systems preferred.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2111" data-start="2084"><strong data-end="2109" data-start="2084">Personal Competencies</strong></p><ul data-end="2389" data-start="2112"><li data-start="2112" data-end="2182"><p data-start="2114" data-end="2182">High level of professional integrity and commitment to compliance.</p></li><li data-start="2183" data-end="2242"><p data-end="2242" data-start="2185">Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</p></li><li data-end="2331" data-start="2243"><p data-end="2331" data-start="2245">Proactive, adaptable, and resilient, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</p></li><li data-end="2389" data-start="2332"><p data-start="2334" data-end="2389">Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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<p><strong>Lender Due Diligence - Associate Director/Director</strong></p><p>Are you ready to advance your career in a collaborative and inclusive culture committed to delivering excellence for its clients? We are currently seeking an <strong>Associate Director/Director - Lender Due Diligence</strong> to join our clients growing Risk and Compliance team, based in London.</p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong><br /> As part of the Lender Due Diligence team within the Risk and Compliance Solution, you will work with some of the world's leading financial institutions, focusing on a diverse range of financial services like insurance, retail and investment banking, investment management, and market infrastructure. You will play a central role in providing strategic advice, managing credit risks, and overseeing key processes associated with lending transactions in a fast-paced consulting environment.</p><p>Our Financial Services practice is recognized for empowering clients to enhance their efficiency and compliance while managing risk. This is your chance to contribute to high-profile engagements and build lasting professional relationships in this highly dynamic industry.</p><p><strong>Your Responsibilities</strong><br /> As a pivotal member of the team, you will:</p><ul><li>Lead teams in evaluating credit risks, "target" companies, and relevant assets in lending transactions.</li><li>Work with clients to design strategies, implement effective processes, and deliver results while fostering long-term partnerships.</li><li>Utilize expertise in lender due diligence, securitization (e.g., ABS, CLO), and credit reporting to ensure accurate evaluations of collateral and financial assets.</li><li>Summarize and interpret complex data, offer solutions to challenges, and communicate insights effectively with clients, including executive teams.</li><li>Stay updated on industry developments, trends, and innovations in lender due diligence and structured finance.</li><li>Contribute to business development efforts such as client proposals and strategic initiatives to grow practice capabilities.</li><li>Develop and lead a positive team culture, providing mentorship and nurturing career growth for team members.</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p>Skills & Expertise:</p><ul><li>Strong experience in auditing credit risk, processes, controls, and reporting, with a particular focus on securitization and structured finance (e.g., ABS, RMBS, CLO).</li><li>Solid financial accounting knowledge, especially regarding receivables accounting and transaction processing.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to summarize, evaluate, and synthesize data while thriving in client-focused, fast-paced consultancy environments.</li><li>Proven success in creating and maintaining client relationships, including with senior executives.</li><li>Leadership experience, including team mentorship, performance appraisals, and ensuring successful project delivery.</li></ul><p>Education & Qualifications:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.</li><li>10+ years of experience in internal audit, consulting, assurance services, or a comparable field, ideally within professional services or the financial industry.</li><li>Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, FRM, or equivalent are strongly preferred.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint; experience with Visio or Access is a plus).</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjM0NDk0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>This exciting UK Payroll Manager vacancy is based in modern offices at my Client's HQ in Reading.</p><p> </p><p>This is a permanent, hands-on role managing 2 Payroll Assistants in a growing, firmly established business. It comes with flexible, hybrid working, parking, tech package and a whole host of other benefits.</p><p> </p><p>You will be working within a busy, friendly Finance Function and be responsible for processing the company's Group payroll for 800 employees in accordance with current statutory requirements and within required timescales. The successful candidate will also perform all other required payroll related duties with support from the Payroll Assistants.</p><p> </p><p>There is also scope to influence and be a key part of varied accountancy Framework projects and process improvements as the Payroll lead. </p><p> </p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Processing the company's payroll for 800+ employees accurately and within required timescales</li><li>Ensuring compliance with current statutory requirements and regulations</li><li>Managing and processing all aspects of the payroll including, but not limited to, salaries, wages, benefits, and statutory deductions</li><li>Ensuring accuracy and completeness of payroll data, ensuring it is maintained and updated as necessary</li><li>Liaising with HR to ensure accuracy of employee data, including new starters, leavers, and changes to employee details</li><li>Managing and reconciling all payroll-related accounts and ensuring that all payments are made in a timely and accurate manner</li><li>Generating payroll-related reports for management as required</li><li>Staying up to date with payroll-related legislation and making any necessary changes to payroll processes to ensure compliance</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>Proven experience as a payroll manager, ideally managing 6+ payrolls at group level</li><li>Technical systems experience in using ADP</li><li>Excellent knowledge of payroll legislation and regulations</li><li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail</li><li>Experience using payroll software and systems</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines</li><li>CIPP qualification preferred, but not essential</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>If you are an experienced payroll manager looking for a new challenge and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply via the link.</p><p> </p><p>We look forward to hearing from you!</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuQWRleS4yMjA4NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="82" data-end="181"><strong data-start="82" data-end="96">Job Title:</strong> Interim Finance Manager<br data-end="115" data-start="112" /> <strong data-start="115" data-end="128">Location:</strong> Bracknell (Hybrid)<br / data-start="147" data-end="150"> <strong data-end="161" data-start="150">Sector:</strong> SaaS / Technology</p><p data-end="181" data-start="82"><strong>Day rate:</strong> £300 - 375 (Potentially outside Ir35 - Waiting on determination)</p><p data-start="183" data-end="518"><strong data-start="183" data-end="204">About the Company</strong><br data-start="204" data-end="207" /> Our client is a growing SaaS business based in Bracknell, with an ambitious roadmap and a strong culture of innovation. They are now seeking a <strong>Interim</strong> <strong data-end="369" data-start="350">Finance Manager</strong> who can not only manage the day-to-day finance function but also play a pivotal role in driving transformation and efficiency across the business.</p><p data-end="940" data-start="520"><strong data-end="532" data-start="520">The Role</strong><br / data-end="535" data-start="532"> This is a hands-on finance role, offering broad exposure across all levels of the finance function. From invoice approvals to board-level reporting, you will have ownership of the full finance cycle while also delivering meaningful change to processes and systems. A key priority will be reducing the month-end close timeline and introducing greater automation and efficiency, particularly within Excel.</p><p data-end="968" data-start="942"><strong data-start="942" data-end="966">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-start="969" data-end="1631"><li data-start="969" data-end="1062"><p data-end="1062" data-start="971">Manage the end-to-end finance function, including AP, AR, month-end close, and reporting.</p></li><li data-end="1130" data-start="1063"><p data-end="1130" data-start="1065">Approve and process invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p></li><li data-end="1202" data-start="1131"><p data-start="1133" data-end="1202">Lead efforts to streamline and shorten the month-end close process.</p></li><li data-end="1289" data-start="1203"><p data-end="1289" data-start="1205">Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports to senior leadership and the board.</p></li><li data-start="1290" data-end="1378"><p data-end="1378" data-start="1292">Develop and implement improved processes, controls, and systems to drive efficiency.</p></li><li data-start="1379" data-end="1478"><p data-start="1381" data-end="1478">Leverage advanced Excel skills to build automation, reporting models, and process improvements.</p></li><li data-end="1539" data-start="1479"><p data-start="1481" data-end="1539">Support budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management.</p></li><li data-end="1631" data-start="1540"><p data-start="1542" data-end="1631">Partner with stakeholders across the business to ensure finance adds value and insight.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1633" data-end="1648"><strong data-end="1646" data-start="1633">About You</strong></p><ul data-start="1649" data-end="2154"><li data-start="1649" data-end="1734"><p data-start="1651" data-end="1734">Experienced Finance Manager (or strong Management Accountant looking to step up).</p></li><li data-end="1810" data-start="1735"><p data-start="1737" data-end="1810">Proven experience in finance transformation and driving process change.</p></li><li data-end="1883" data-start="1811"><p data-start="1813" data-end="1883">Highly skilled in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, macros, automation).</p></li><li data-end="1987" data-start="1884"><p data-end="1987" data-start="1886">Comfortable working in a hands-on role covering everything from transactional to strategic finance.</p></li><li data-start="1988" data-end="2075"><p data-start="1990" data-end="2075">Strong communicator with the ability to work closely with non-finance stakeholders.</p></li><li data-start="2076" data-end="2154"><p data-start="2078" data-end="2154">SaaS / subscription-based business experience desirable but not essential.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2156" data-end="2177"><strong data-start="2156" data-end="2175">What's on Offer</strong></p><ul data-start="2178" data-end="2415"><li data-start="2178" data-end="2259"><p data-end="2259" data-start="2180">Opportunity to own and shape the finance function in a growing SaaS business.</p></li><li data-end="2304" data-start="2260"><p data-start="2262" data-end="2304">Exposure to board-level decision-making.</p></li><li data-start="2305" data-end="2370"><p data-start="2307" data-end="2370">A dynamic, innovative, and collaborative working environment.</p></li><li data-end="2415" data-start="2371"><p data-end="2415" data-start="2373">Competitive salary and benefits package.</p></li><li data-start="2371" data-end="2415">6 month contract (Potentially outside IR35) </li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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<p><strong>Finance Manager - Manufacturing | Up to £85,000 + Benefits</strong></p><p>Location: Hybrid - Hemel Hempstead | Industry: Global Manufacturing<br /> </p><p>Our client, a multinational manufacturing business, is seeking a commercially sharp and technically strong Finance Manager to lead a team of analysts and drive operational finance performance across their EMEA sites.</p><p>This high-impact role will take ownership of inventory, absorption reporting, and cost analysis across a complex manufacturing network, ensuring consistency of financial reporting and policy adherence across multiple regions. You will play a critical role in providing insights to senior stakeholders and supporting ongoing finance transformation initiatives.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of regional Finance Analysts across EMEA.</li><li>Drive the monthly consolidation of operational finance reporting, ensuring accuracy and alignment with group standards.</li><li>Manage cost and absorption reporting, analyse manufacturing variances, and influence strategic decisions to drive cost efficiency.</li><li>Develop and standardise inventory reporting, ensuring compliance with financial policy and controls.</li><li>Partner closely with cross-functional teams (Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality) to develop performance reporting and business planning metrics.</li><li>Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes across the division.</li><li>Leverage ERP (SAP) to streamline reporting, automate processes, and enhance data integrity.</li></ul><p>Ideal Candidate Profile:</p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) or QBE with substantial operational finance experience.</li><li>Strong background in cost accounting, inventory control (cost roll), and absorption costing / analysis within a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Demonstrable success in leading teams and influencing across multi-site and cross-functional setups.</li><li>Extensive experience working within SAP, particularly with inventory and manufacturing modules.</li><li>Confident in handling large data sets and reporting tools (Excel, Power Query, or Power BI advantageous).</li><li>Experience within a global or regional matrix organisation, ideally across EMEA.</li></ul><p>Salary & Benefits:</p><ul><li>Up to £85,000 basic + bonus + benefits</li><li>Hybrid working model (2 days per week in Hemel)</li><li>Genuine career development opportunities in a global environment</li></ul><p>This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior role with genuine strategic input, leading a high-performing team within a complex manufacturing structure. If you thrive in a role where operational finance meets leadership and transformation, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW50aG9ueS5DbGFyay4xNzkzOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's financial story. You will be responsible for delivering insightful reporting, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, and managing key areas including tax, audit, payroll, and treasury.</p><p>This is a broad and hands-on role, requiring both technical expertise and operational oversight. You will maintain and enhance financial systems, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement changes that enable business growth.</p><p>As Financial Controller, you will oversee the full range of finance department activities - from setting targets and supporting departmental budgeting, through to driving operational excellence and ensuring robust financial governance.</p><p><strong>What you Will do:</strong></p><ul><li>Perform month end tasks and prepare and present monthly management accounts across all regions - UK, Ireland and Nordics</li><li>Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identify variances and provide insightful analysis</li><li>Prepare year-end adjustments and oversee production of statutory accounts, liaising with external personnel</li><li>Prepare the company to be ready for audit in the next 18 months</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements under UK GAAP</li><li>Responsible for the timely completion of various tax reporting requirements such as payrolling benefits, VAT returns and corporation tax</li><li>Oversee financial data collection, validation, and maintenance to ensure accuracy and consistency</li><li>Collaborate with department heads to develop annual budgets and financial forecasts; split via department, region and consolidated</li><li>Lead payroll activities in coordination with HR, maintain compliance with relevant regulations across multiple jurisdictions</li><li>Manage treasury, ensuring sufficient working capital whilst maximising interest receivable</li><li>Conduct internal audits and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting</li><li>Provide coaching, performance feedback and support career development for direct reports</li><li>Work closely with the FD on other ad-hoc tasks as required</li></ul><p><strong>Skills and Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Relevant qualification - ACA/ACCA</li><li>Strong IT skills, particularly MS Office</li><li>Strong experience working with financial systems; knowledge of Xero is a plus</li><li>MedTech industry experience preferable but not mandatory</li><li>Proactive team player that is confident to make suggestions</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Strong stakeholder focus and the ability to build strong, stable relationships</li><li>Ability to work well to deadlines, while paying attention to the detail and accuracy</li><li>Adaptability and a willingness to take ownership of tasks and drive results</li></ul><h3><strong>What Our Client Offers:</strong></h3><ul><li>An opportunity to work in a purpose-driven growing business where you can make a real impact</li><li>Collaborative and supportive work culture with opportunities for professional development</li><li>Competitive salary based on experience</li><li>25 days annual leave + bank holidays</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Friendly and supportive team culture</li><li>Exposure to the full accounting cycle and wider business operations</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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuNTg5MzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="420" data-end="715">Robert Half are partnering exclusively with a leading transport services provider at a busy airport. With a team of 300 employees on the payroll, they deliver essential operational services and are recognised for their commitment to high standards, professional development, and operational excellence.</p><h3 data-end="743" data-start="722"><strong data-end="743" data-start="726">Role Overview</strong></h3><p data-end="1048" data-start="744">The Payroll & Finance Analyst will combine hands-on financial analysis with payroll coordination, providing vital support to the finance team. This is a great opportunity for a part-qualified accountant to broaden their experience and contribute to accurate and insightful financial operations.</p><h3 data-start="1055" data-end="1083"><strong data-start="1059" data-end="1083">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-start="1084" data-end="1598"><li data-end="1180" data-start="1084"><p data-start="1086" data-end="1180">Analyse the P&L and general ledger, identifying variances and providing actionable insights.</p></li><li data-end="1242" data-start="1181"><p data-start="1183" data-end="1242">Review employee timesheets and payroll data for accuracy.</p></li><li data-end="1330" data-start="1243"><p data-end="1330" data-start="1245">Collate and submit payroll information to the external payroll provider (Moorepay).</p></li><li data-end="1395" data-start="1331"><p data-start="1333" data-end="1395">Assist with month-end reporting and ad hoc finance analysis.</p></li><li data-end="1498" data-start="1396"><p data-start="1398" data-end="1498">Support the Finance Manager in improving processes and ensuring compliance with internal controls.</p></li><li data-end="1598" data-start="1499"><p data-start="1501" data-end="1598">Collaborate closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure smooth payroll and financial processes.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1632" data-start="1605"><strong data-start="1609" data-end="1632">Skills & Experience</strong></h3><ul data-end="2054" data-start="1633"><li data-start="1633" data-end="1702"><p data-end="1702" data-start="1635">Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or actively studying.</p></li><li data-end="1767" data-start="1703"><p data-start="1705" data-end="1767">Experience or exposure to payroll, P&L, and ledger analysis.</p></li><li data-start="1768" data-end="1815"><p data-start="1770" data-end="1815">Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.</p></li><li data-end="1901" data-start="1816"><p data-end="1901" data-start="1818">Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.</p></li><li data-start="1902" data-end="1996"><p data-start="1904" data-end="1996">Confident communicator with the ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.</p></li><li data-end="2054" data-start="1997"><p data-start="1999" data-end="2054">Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2078" data-start="2061"><strong data-start="2065" data-end="2078">Why Join?</strong></h3><ul data-start="2079" data-end="2369"><li data-end="2149" data-start="2079"><p data-end="2149" data-start="2081">Gain broad finance experience in a busy, professional environment.</p></li><li data-start="2150" data-end="2228"><p data-start="2152" data-end="2228">Work closely with a supportive team in a well-structured finance function.</p></li><li data-start="2229" data-end="2309"><p data-end="2309" data-start="2231">Opportunity to develop your career and complete professional qualifications.</p></li><li data-start="2310" data-end="2369"><p data-end="2369" data-start="2312">Competitive salary within the range of £40,000-£45,000.</p></li></ul><p>.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuNjExNzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Group Financial Controller | Environmental Services | Central London (Hybrid) | £90,000 - £110,000</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading European Environmental Services organisation to appoint a <strong>Group Financial Controller</strong>. The role has arisen due to an internal promotion, reflecting the continued growth and evolution of the Group Finance function.</p><p>This is a senior, high-profile position within the Central London-based team, responsible for Group consolidation, technical accounting, and external reporting. The business is highly acquisitive, having completed numerous deals across Europe, and this role offers significant exposure to M&A, integration projects, and senior stakeholders across the Group. You will ensure the integrity of Group financial information, support the Group Finance Director, and play a key part in shaping financial processes and reporting as the organisation continues its ambitious growth journey.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end <strong>Group consolidation process</strong> across multiple jurisdictions and currencies.<br /> * Prepare <strong>IFRS-compliant consolidated financial statements</strong>, ensuring accuracy and consistency.<br /> * Act as <strong>IFRS subject-matter expert</strong>, drafting and embedding accounting policies across the Group.<br /> * Provide technical guidance on complex issues, including business combinations, revenue recognition, and financial instruments.<br /> * Take ownership of the Group's consolidation process, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.<br /> * Act as the main point of contact for the <strong>Group audit</strong>, ensuring a smooth, timely, and high-quality process.<br /> * Partner with local finance teams across Europe, supporting compliance, integration, and process development.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>About You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li><strong>ACA or CA qualified accountant.</strong><br /> * Significant post-qualification experience in <strong>Group reporting and consolidations</strong> within a multinational environment.<br /> - Alternatively, this role would also suit a <strong>Senior Manager from a top 20 practice</strong> with strong technical accounting and consolidation experience, looking for their first move into industry.<br /> * Deep, practical knowledge of <strong>IFRS</strong>, including experience implementing new standards.<br /> * Excellent communicator, able to work effectively with senior stakeholders and finance teams across different countries.<br /> * Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, governance, and assurance.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£90,000 - £110,000 base salary.<br /> * Hybrid working - typically three days per week in the <strong>Central London</strong> office.<br /> * Senior, visible role at Group level, partnering with the <strong>Group Finance Director</strong>.<br /> * Significant exposure to <strong>M&A, integration, and cross-border projects</strong> as the business continues its acquisitive growth strategy.<br /> * Opportunity to lead on <strong>Group-level consolidation, technical accounting, and reporting</strong>.<br /> * Career-defining opportunity in a fast-growing, dynamic international group.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why Join This Business</strong></p><p>This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior Group Finance role created by an internal promotion. The business is on a rapid growth journey, completing multiple acquisitions each year across Europe, which provides outstanding exposure to complex consolidations, technical accounting, and integration projects. As Group Financial Controller, you'll play a central role in shaping how the Group manages reporting and governance at scale, while working closely with senior leadership in a dynamic, acquisitive, and ambitious organisation.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuODQ0MjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Join Protiviti as a Technology Graduate Consultant - September 2026</strong></p><p><strong>Exciting opportunities await!</strong></p><p>Protiviti is seeking driven and enthusiastic graduates for our Autumn 2026 Graduate Consultant intake. We are proud to collaborate with Robert Half as part of our enterprise to find driven and enthusiastic graduates for this programme.</p><p><strong>Protiviti offers diverse career paths in consulting. We are looking for motivated Graduate Consultants to work across the following solutions: </strong><strong>Internal Audit and Financial Advisory, Business Performance Improvement, Risk and Compliance and Technology Consulting</strong><strong>. You will engage with a diverse client base, including sectors such as financial services, consumer goods, payments, technology, media & telecommunications, private equity, manufacturing and distribution and hospitality, leisure, and travel. </strong></p><p><strong>About Protiviti</strong></p><p>Protiviti is a global consulting firm that delivers deep expertise, objective insights, a tailored approach, and unparalleled collaboration to help leaders confidently face the future. Our consulting solutions address critical business challenges in technology, business process, analytics, risk, compliance, transactions, and internal audit. <strong>We identify, measure, and guide our clients through the risks they encounter within their industries and across their systems and processes, providing effective and valuable solutions through our consulting services.</strong></p><p>For ten consecutive years, Protiviti has been named on of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® serving over 90% of Fortune 100 and nearly 80% of Fortune 500 companies.</p><p><strong>What Are We Looking For?</strong></p><p><strong>Graduates with a minimum 2:2 degree and a grade 5 or above in GCSE English & Maths with a keen interest in consulting. During the recruitment process, we will be assessing you to understand which solution we feel you are best aligned to, so please do tell us as much as you can about yourself in the application form. </strong>We will also evaluate your commitment and desire to collaborate with our clients, across a range of sectors.</p><p><strong>(*Please inform us of any extenuating circumstances regarding your academic results.)</strong></p><p><strong>Rewarding graduate consulting careers at Protiviti</strong></p><p>Considering what makes Protiviti different? Our values empower us to address business challenges with impactful solutions, foster fulfilling careers for graduates, and build strong relationships with both our colleagues and diverse clients. This commitment is reflected in our client interactions, the way we treat each other, our ethical management of the company, and our contributions to the global communities where we live and work.</p><p><strong>Are you inspired to make a difference? You've come to the right place.</strong></p><p>The Protiviti Career provides opportunity to learn, inspire, and advance within a collaborative and inclusive culture. We hire curious individuals for whom learning is a passion. We lean into our mission: We Care. We Collaborate. We Deliver. <br /> <br /> At every level, we champion leaders who live our values of integrity, inclusion, innovation, and commitment to success. Imagining our work as a journey, we believe integrity guides our way, inclusion moves us forward together, innovation creates new destinations, and our commitment to success empowers us to deliver on our vision to be the most trusted global consulting firm. </p><p>We are committed to your professional training at Protiviti, so you will be expected to undertake the CFAB qualification with all the dedication required to pass the associated exams over your 2-year training period. This qualification will be integral to your development as a confident consultant. You will have the option to undertake further relevant professional qualifications depending on the area you specialise in and receive constant support during your qualification journey.</p><p>Once you join us, we build your career through exceptional work experiences, a culture focused on learning and development, and a commitment to the things that matter to you. <strong>Our London office, located in The Shard at London Bridge, offers a hybrid work environment and excellent benefits, including 25 days holiday with the option to purchase 10 more.</strong></p><p><strong>A Career at Protiviti Means:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Making a difference and shaping the future of consulting.</strong></li><li><strong>Embracing creativity, innovation, and autonomy in your work.</strong></li><li><strong>Enjoying a collaborative environment where all perspectives are valued.</strong></li><li><strong>Gaining a professional qualification and completing a global development programme. </strong></li></ul><p><strong>"No matter what we achieve and how big we become, one thing will never change - we are the Protiviti family." - Tom Lemon, Managing Director & UK Country Market Leader</strong></p><p><strong>For more information, please view Protiviti graduate careers page. </strong></p><p><strong>Closing date for all applications is Friday 24th October. </strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd is the parent company of Protiviti and acts as the recruitment partner for Graduate Recruitment. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. </p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><br /> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><br /> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjU4MDMzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Business Analyst</p><p><strong>Industry: </strong>Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company</p><p> </p><p><strong>Reports To: </strong>Transformation Programme Manager</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Hybrid/Remote (UK)</p><p><strong>Pay: </strong>Day Rate (DOE), Inside IR35</p><p> </p><p><strong>Job Purpose</strong></p><p>The Business Analyst will play a critical role in supporting manufacturing and supply chain initiatives by gathering and analysing business requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement, and contributing to the execution of processes, systems enhancements, and transformation projects.</p><p>This position is essential in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards whilst striving to optimise efficiency, data accuracy, and cross-functional operations across departments such as Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Regulatory Affairs.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p id="business-analysis--process-mapping"><strong>Business Analysis & Process Mapping:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Collect, document, and validate business and user requirements related to manufacturing processes, quality systems, and associated initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Develop process maps for both current ("as-is") workflows and envisioned ("to-be") workflows, using tools such as Visio or Lucidchart.</p></li><li><p>Highlight inefficiencies, identify gaps, and pinpoint opportunities for streamlining workflows or introducing automation.</p></li></ul><p id="project--change-support"><strong>Project & Change Support:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Transform business needs into clear, detailed functional specifications for system updates or changes to processes.</p></li><li><p>Support project delivery by ensuring the traceability of requirements, drafting test cases, and coordinating user acceptance testing (UAT).</p></li><li><p>Partner with Project Managers to stay aligned with deliverables, key milestones, and strategic goals.</p></li></ul><p id="data--systems"><strong>Data & Systems:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Assist in data analysis and prepare reports on metrics like production performance, quality assurance, and capacity planning.</p></li><li><p>Serve as the bridge between technical experts and manufacturing teams during system updates or new implementations.</p></li></ul><p id="stakeholder-engagement"><strong>Stakeholder Engagement:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Lead workshops and engage in discussions with cross-functional teams, including operations, quality, engineering, IT, and supply chain.</p></li><li><p>Ensure effective communication between developers and business subject matter experts (SMEs).</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with regulatory, validation, and compliance representatives to maintain adherence to standards.</p></li></ul><p id="competencies"><strong>Competencies:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Entrepreneurial & Commercial Acumen</p></li><li><p>Clear Presentation & Communication</p></li><li><p>Strategic Thinking & Concept Development</p></li><li><p>Proactivity & Decision-Making Skills</p></li><li><p>Delivering Results & Meeting Expectations</p></li><li><p>Influencing & Persuasion </p></li></ul><p id="essential"><strong>Essential:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry. </p></li><li><p>Demonstrates commitment to excellence, a passion for achieving results, integrity, teamwork, and ambition.</p></li><li><p>At least four years of professional experience in Business Analysis focused on transformation or change management initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with strong attention to detail.</p></li><li><p>Highly adaptable to complex, cross-functional settings with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.</p></li><li><p>Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills.</p></li></ul><p id="desirable"><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Familiarity with tools and technologies like ERP, LIMS, MES, RPA, or data analytics platforms.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery approaches.</p></li><li><p>Awareness of pharmaceutical regulations and standards, including GxP, GMP, GDP, or equivalent.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in using business process modelling tools such as BPMN, Visio, ARIS, or Lucidchart.</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FsbHVtLkNoYWxtZXJzLjU5ODY3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Accountant | Energy Sector | London (Hybrid) | £45,000 - £55,000 </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Robert Half</strong> are working with a leading organisation involved in <strong>one of the UK's largest and most complex energy infrastructure programmes</strong>. As the project scales, the finance team is growing-and they are now looking to hire a <strong>Financial Accountant</strong> to help establish key financial processes, with a focus on fixed asset register setup and lease accounting. With new leadership in place and a growing function, this role offers the chance to shape best practices from day one within a collaborative and evolving finance team.</p><p> </p><p>This is a newly created role, offering the chance to shape and define your remit from the ground up. With the finance function still in its early stages of growth, there's significant opportunity for development and progression. You'll be joining at a pivotal moment in a high-profile, nationally significant project-making this an ideal move for someone looking to make a lasting impact while advancing their career.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Financial Reporting Manager, you'll take ownership of key areas within the financial accounting function, with a particular focus on fixed assets and lease accounting. Your responsibilities will include:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Playing a key role in shaping and implementing the fixed asset register and associated processes.</li><li>Taking full ownership of the fixed asset register-ensuring accurate and timely capitalisation, control, and compliance with IFRS.</li><li>Reconciling asset data across systems and sub-ledgers, while working closely with Commercial teams to ensure alignment with operational asset registers.</li><li>Supporting IFRS 16 lease accounting, including tracking right-of-use assets and calculating depreciation.</li><li>Preparing and reconciling balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Contributing to monthly financial reporting and the preparation of statutory accounts.</li><li>Assisting with both internal and external audit queries.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><ul><li>A background in financial accounting in industry, with hands-on experience in fixed assets-ideally involving the setup and review of asset registers, not just balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Strong lease accounting knowledge is highly desirable.</li><li>Ideally studying towards the final stages of ACCA, ACA or CIMA.</li><li>Fully qualified candidates (ACCA or ACA) are also encouraged to apply.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>🤝</strong><strong>Here's what's waiting for you</strong></p><ul><li>28 days holiday, plus bank holidays.</li><li>Annual performance-based bonus.</li><li>Exceptionally generous pension scheme - 10% employer contribution, increasing with service.</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office.</li><li>£1,500 annually in flexible benefits, which can be used toward healthcare, financial wellbeing, lifestyle perks, or taken as additional salary.</li><li>Life assurance at 8x your annual salary.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p>This is a unique opportunity to join a newly established and growing finance team within one of the UK's most high-profile, large-scale infrastructure programmes. With no fixed asset register or existing process in place, you'll play a key role in building this function from the ground up-designing and implementing procedures to ensure accuracy, control, and compliance.</p><p> </p><p>This role goes far beyond transactional work; you'll take ownership of the full fixed asset process, alongside a significant focus on lease accounting. You'll also support balance sheet reconciliations, month-end close, internal and external audit, regulatory reporting, and group submissions.</p><p> </p><p>There's a strong finance transformation agenda, so you'll have the chance to input into process improvements and systems development-making this an ideal time to join, shape the role, and have real impact. Not to mention, this is a multi-billion-pound project that's attracting national attention-your work will directly contribute to its success.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMjQ0MDIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Group Accountant | Energy Services | Central London (Hybrid) | £70,000 - £75,000</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading <strong>energy services company</strong>, delivering integrated solutions to a broad client base. The business has a <strong>turnover of several hundred million pounds</strong> and is part of a large European group, <strong>giving access to the career progression and resources of a multinational, while keeping finance closely connected to the business, with broad exposure and genuine commercial influence.</strong></p><p> </p><p>This isn't just a reporting role. You'll take ownership of the audit, statutory accounts, and technical accounting, while also gaining commercial exposure - looking at the sales pipeline, contributing to FP&A, working closely with leadership on budgets, and business partnering across the company. Being part of a larger group also provides access to broader career opportunities and progression.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>As a Senior Group Accountant, you'll be at the heart of the business, driving accurate financial reporting while shaping key commercial decisions across the group. This is a high-impact role where your insights will influence strategy, working closely with both finance and operational teams. Day-to-day, you'll:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Support the delivery of group financial planning and forecasting processes, coordinating with multiple stakeholders across the business.</li><li>Oversee the preparation of full Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports, ensuring accuracy and readiness for review by external auditors.</li><li>Lead the production of monthly Management Accounts, including detailed variance analysis, executive/board reporting, and reporting to corporate stakeholders.</li><li>Collaborate across Finance, including Risk & Control, to design, implement, and monitor internal controls and financial processes.</li><li>Challenge and improve existing finance processes where necessary, maintaining a robust internal control environment.</li><li>Lead and support projects that impact Finance processes, ensuring controls are embedded throughout any process changes.</li><li>Act as a key liaison during internal and external audit reviews, supporting quarterly analytical reviews and the annual audit process.</li><li>Contribute to the development of team members, ensuring staff are trained and building capability within the Finance function.</li></ul><p> </p><p>This role offers <strong>broad exposure and real commercial influence</strong>, combining technical accounting responsibilities with the opportunity to partner across the business and contribute to strategic decision-making.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).</li><li>Minimum 2 years post-qualified experience (likely qualified in 2023 or earlier).</li><li>Currently an Audit Manager or a recent ex-auditor now working in a group finance or technical role.</li><li>Strong technical foundation and experience working with complex or multinational organisations.</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to build strong relationships across the business.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£70,000 - £75,000 base salary.</li><li>Hybrid working model - 3 days per week in the London office.</li><li>25 days holiday.</li><li>Private health insurance.</li><li>Clear path for progression in a large, growing finance team.</li><li>Regular team events, socials, and exposure to senior leadership.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is far more than a traditional accounting role. As a Senior Group Accountant, you won't be siloed in reporting - you'll work across the business, partnering with commercial and operational teams to provide insight that shapes strategic decisions. The role offers broad exposure across the company, giving you the chance to influence key decisions while continuing to build your technical expertise.</p><p>You'll be responsible for leading audits, managing statutory accounts, applying complex technical accounting standards, and ensuring compliance with tax obligations. At the same time, you'll work closely with commercial teams on budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning, gaining the kind of commercial insight that many <strong>group accounting roles</strong> don't offer.</p><p>This is a high-impact position with visibility across the organisation and opportunities to broaden your career within a multinational group, combining the scale and resources of a large business with the close connection to the operational side that allows finance to make a real difference.</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. 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