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Management Accountant

Cardiff, Cardiff
remote
Permanent
52000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are excited to announce and excluisve opportunity which has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a rapidly growing and highly successful South Wales business. Having expanded significantly in recent years, the organisation continues to invest in its finance function and is now looking to strengthen the team with the addition of a newly created role.This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership, supporting financial control, management reporting, cashflow forecasting, and business performance analysis. Long-term career progression is a genuine possibility, with the business committed to developing future finance leaders.<h2>The Opportunity</h2>Initially, the role will have a strong focus on management accounting and financial control, with scope to evolve into a broader commercial finance and business partnering position as the organisation continues its growth journey.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts and reporting packs.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and financial control activities.</li><li>Fixed asset register management.</li><li>Hire purchase accounting.</li><li>Payroll-related balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Weekly cashflow forecasting and reporting.</li><li>WIP reporting and analysis.</li><li>Variance analysis and commentary.</li><li>Board pack preparation.</li><li>Overhead allocations and group recharges.</li><li>Working closely with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams.</li><li>Supporting finance process improvements and system enhancement projects.</li><li>Building strong relationships with operational stakeholders across the business.</li></ul><h2>What You'll Be Doing</h2><h3>Month-End Activities</h3><ul><li>Balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Fixed asset accounting.</li><li>Accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Hire purchase accounting.</li><li>Variance analysis.</li><li>Delivering management information within a 10-day month-end timetable.</li></ul><h3>Ongoing Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Weekly cashflow forecasting.</li><li>WIP reporting and analysis.</li><li>Supporting operational teams to improve WIP conversion and cash collection.</li><li>Business partnering with multiple operational departments.</li><li>Assisting with finance transformation and system improvement initiatives.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>The business is open to applications from:<ul><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) accountants.</li><li>Part-qualified accountants actively studying.</li><li>Qualified by Experience (QBE) professionals with relevant industry background.</li></ul><h3>Essential Experience</h3><ul><li>Experience within construction, contracting, maintenance, engineering, projects or a similar project-based environment.</li><li>Strong WIP accounting knowledge.</li><li>CIS experience.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP and XLOOKUP.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Experience producing management accounts and financial analysis.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>SAP exposure.</li><li>Power BI knowledge.</li><li>Contract profitability reporting.</li><li>Housing, repairs & maintenance or social housing sector experience.</li></ul><h2>Benefits</h2><ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Option to purchase up to 5 additional holidays.</li><li>Enhanced pension scheme (3% employee / 5% employer).</li><li>Free on-site parking.</li><li>Death in Service benefit.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.</li><li>Occupational sick pay.</li><li>Private medical cover (after qualifying service).</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement.</li></ul><h2>Career Development</h2>This is more than just a Management Accountant role. The position has been created to support a growing finance team and offers a clear pathway into Finance Manager and Senior Finance Manager level positions over the coming years for the right individual.If you're looking to join an ambitious business where you can make a real impact while developing your career, 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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuNjMwMjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-06T14:35:50Z

Senior Group Accountant

Corsham, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo Group on a Senior Group Accountant opportunity. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual to join a growing healthcare organisation and play a key role in supporting the continued growth and operational performance of the business. The Company Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo Group are leading healthcare providers delivering specialist services across the UK. Together, they bring a highly experienced team providing comprehensive cancer care, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, haematology, chemotherapy, research, pharmacy, theragnostic and PET-CT through Icon Cancer Centre UK, alongside sterile compounding, and nursing home healthcare services through Pharmaxo. Together, Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo deliver an end-to-end healthcare service for patients and partners across the UK. The Role A newly created Senior Group Accountant role that will support the opening of a new site in Reading, where you will be main point of contact leading on all finance operations. The role offers broad exposure across management accounting, financial accounting, group reporting, business partnering and process improvement, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a commercially focused finance environment. You will work closely with the CFO and the wider UK finance team, senior leadership and operational stakeholders, providing accurate financial information and meaningful insight to support business decisions. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Lead the month-end close, including journals, accruals, prepayments, revenue, payroll, balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger integrity.</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets and performance analysis, providing clear commentary on financial results and variances.</li><li>Support group reporting, consolidation and intercompany accounting, alongside statutory reporting, year-end audit and VAT compliance.</li><li>Provide commercial and financial insight to operational stakeholders, including KPI reporting, payor analysis, pricing and contract modelling, procurement analysis and profitability reviews.</li><li>Partner with non-finance stakeholders to improve cost control, financial understanding and business performance.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to improve financial processes, controls, reporting and systems, supporting continuous improvement across the organisation.</li><li>Build strong relationships across Finance, Operations and senior leadership, communicating complex financial information clearly and effectively.</li><li>This role will support the UK expansion, with several centres expected to open across the country. As a result, some travel will be required as part of the role.</li><li>The office locations will be split between Corsham (Head Office) and Reading, with weekly attendance required in each location depending on priorities of the business.</li></ul> About You We are looking for a qualified Accountant with at least four years' relevant experience who is ready to take on a broad and progressive role. You will ideally bring:<ul><li>Strong financial accounting and management accounting experience.</li><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li>A good understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP, financial controls and reporting requirements.</li><li>Strong Excel and financial systems capability.</li><li>Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to turn financial data into meaningful commercial insight.</li><li>Experience of business partnering and communicating with non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>A proactive approach to process improvement and problem solving.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.</li><li>Experience within healthcare or a multi-site service environment would be advantageous but is not essential.</li></ul> What's on offer? <ul><li>£65,000 - £75,000 annual salary</li><li>Company car</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Annual leave of 25 days + bank holidays (increasing to 27 days after 3 years' service)</li><li>Pension - you will be auto-enrolled after 3 months of employment at 5% (with an employer contribution of 4%). You can also opt to increase your contribution to 6% to which the employer will contribute 8%.</li><li>Generous Life Assurance package (10 x salary, capped at 300k)</li><li>Access to Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and virtual GP service</li><li>Pharmaxo Engage is our Reward & Recognition intranet which includes shopping discounts and benefits.</li></ul> Why Join? This is a newly created position offering genuine scope to shape the role, influence processes and develop alongside a growing business. You will gain exposure across the full spectrum of finance, from core financial accounting and group reporting through to commercial financial analysis, business partnering and strategic decision support. Furthermore, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career and establish themselves as a key member of the finance team. If you're looking for a varied, challenging and progressive role where you can combine technical accounting expertise with commercial business partnering, we'd love to hear from you. Please note any direct and third party-applications shall be sent through to Patrick Chung at Robert Half.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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy45OTU2OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-27T14:58:22Z

Commercial Management Accountant

Shepton Mallet, Somerset
remote
Permanent
55000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Commercial Management AccountantRobert Half are delighted to be partnering with AJ & RG Barber Ltd, a highly successful, family-owned manufacturing business with a rich heritage and an impressive growth story. Having expanded from a £67m business to over £195m turnover in just 14 years, Barber's continues to invest in its people, systems and operations while maintaining the close-knit culture and values of a family business.This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join the business at a significant stage of growth and transformation. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in commercial decision-making, financial reporting, data analytics and business partnering across multiple entities within the Group.The OpportunityThis is far more than a traditional management accounting role.You will become a trusted finance partner across the organisation, supporting operational, commercial and leadership teams with insightful analysis, costing models, pricing strategies and performance reporting. The position offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on business performance.With recent ERP investment and a growing focus on business intelligence, the role offers the chance to leverage tools such as Dynamics 365 Business Central, Power BI and advanced analytics to drive better decision-making across the Group.The culture is collaborative, relaxed and highly autonomous. Individuals are trusted to take ownership, challenge processes and drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead financial reporting and management accounting activities across multiple Group subsidiaries.</li><li>Produce insightful monthly management accounts, variance analysis and performance reporting.</li><li>Partner with operational, commercial and procurement teams to support business performance.</li><li>Develop robust costing, margin and pricing models to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Deliver inventory, profitability and commercial analysis to identify opportunities and risks.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes.</li><li>Work extensively with Dynamics 365 Business Central, Power BI and data analytics tools.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across reporting, systems and finance processes.</li><li>Support group-wide financial control, governance and reporting requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders across Somerset and Dorset operations.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Strong management accounting and financial reporting background.</li><li>Experience within manufacturing, FMCG, food production or a similar operational environment would be highly advantageous.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with proven business partnering capability.</li><li>Experience developing costing, pricing or financial modelling frameworks.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience with Power BI, ERP systems or data analytics tools.</li><li>Experience working in a multi-entity group environment.</li><li>Self-motivated, proactive and comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy.</li><li>Experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central and multi-currency reporting would be beneficial.</li></ul> Salary & Benefits<ul><li>£60,000 - £70,000 salary</li><li>Hybrid working (typically 4 days office / 1 day home)</li><li>33 days annual leave</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme</li><li>Significant autonomy and exposure to senior leadership</li><li>Opportunity to join a growing, highly successful British manufacturing business</li><li>Strong family-business culture combined with commercial ambition and continuous investment</li></ul>LocationBased at the Group's headquarters near Shepton Mallet, with travel to Dorchester and Wellington sites as required.Why Join AJ & RG Barber?This is a rare opportunity to join a financially robust, growing business where finance is viewed as a genuine commercial partner. You'll have visibility across the wider Group, exposure to strategic projects, access to modern reporting tools and the chance to shape decision-making at every level of the organisation whilst enjoying the positive culture of a successful family-owned business. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4yMjE3MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-10T09:05:27Z

Assistant Accountant

Bristol, Bristol
remote
Permanent
30000 - 34000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is helping The Wave, the UK's first inland surf destination on the edge of Bristol, find an Assistant Accountant to join its finance team. This is a newly created role with genuine scope to grow into a qualified Accountant, in a business built around wellbeing, nature and community. If you have already been part of a month-end process and want more ownership, more reconciliation work and real study support, this Assistant Accountant role at The Wave could be exactly the next step you are looking for.Role<ul><li>Process purchase ledger invoices end to end, including VAT treatment, nominal coding and supplier statement reconciliations</li><li>Prepare your share of the monthly management accounts, including lead sheets, balance sheet reconciliations and journals, to a five day close</li><li>Reconcile takings from multiple payment channels each month and investigate any differences</li><li>Support periodic stock counts and help prepare stock valuation schedules and journals</li><li>Assist with year end statutory accounts, audit request packs and statistical returns</li></ul>As Assistant Accountant, you will work closely with the Finance Officer, Financial Controller and CFO, with plenty of scope to suggest and implement your own process improvements.Profile<ul><li>At least two years' experience in a busy finance function, part-qualified or qualified by experience</li><li>Hands-on purchase ledger experience, including supplier statement reconciliations</li><li>Genuine month-end experience: you have prepared lead sheets, reconciliations or journals, not just supplied the numbers</li><li>Confident on Excel, including lookups, pivot tables and SUMIFS</li><li>A self-starter who asks rather than guesses, and flags anything that looks wrong</li></ul>This Assistant Accountant role would suit someone studying towards AAT, CIMA, ACCA or ACA, or ready to start.Company<ul><li>The Wave is a world-class wave pool surrounded by open water, woodland, a campsite and safari tents, on the edge of Bristol</li><li>Built around wellbeing, nature and community, with a purpose to nurture health, hope and happiness with every wave</li><li>A small, close-knit finance team where you will see the whole business, not one slice of it</li><li>A finance function that is actively being built, with real ownership and autonomy from day one</li><li>Guided by The Wave's values, We Are FAIR: Fun, Adventurous, Impact and Respect</li></ul>Joining The Wave as Assistant Accountant means helping shape how finance works here, not just following an existing process.Salary and Benefits<ul><li>Competitive salary of £31,000 to £34,000 depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working, with two days in the office and three days from home</li><li>30 days paid holiday, inclusive of bank holidays</li><li>Study support provided, with the details discussed with shortlisted candidates</li><li>Free staff surf sessions, subsidised lunches and a range of discounts across food, drink and other offerings</li></ul>This Assistant Accountant package at The Wave also includes a NEST pension and a genuine route to becoming a qualified Accountant.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/YWRhbS5hbGJhZHJ5LjA0NzI1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-28T15:52:28Z

Financial Controller

Avonmouth, Bristol
remote
Permanent
80000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with DEEP Manufacturing to recruit a newly created Financial Controller position on a permanent basis to be based in Avonmouth, Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapid scale business, built from a much needed innovation within the manufacturing space. Reporting to the CFO, you will play an active role in the building of processes, controls and systems alongside people as the business grows - this role will build the foundation of a finance function in a fast paced environment. The Financial Controller position will play a pivotal role in establishing the finance function for DEEP Manufacturing as it transitions to a standalone entity from the group structure. You will deliver robust day-to-day finance activities whilst actively driving new and improved processes and systems. About DEEP Manufacturing…DEEP Manufacturing specializes in the rapid production of large, high-integrity metal components. From its facilities in Bristol, UK, and Houston, U.S., it operates one of the world's largest concentrations of Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) systems - delivering speed, scale and quality of production.When DEEP set out to build a new generation of subsea human habitats, it found traditional manufacturing processes fell short on total cost, lead times and material waste. DEEP Manufacturing was launched to produce underwater pressure vessels for human occupancy. Today, its capacity and capability in large metal part production is offered to other customers in any industry, anywhere in the world.The Financial Controller Role…<ul><li>Own the monthly management accounts process and associated reporting</li><li>Balance Sheet control and reconciliations</li><li>Preparation of statutory accounts and support the audit process</li><li>Assist with transfer pricing and intercompany arrangements</li><li>Support with VAT, corporation tax and other tax requirements with support of external providers</li><li>Business partnering with non-finance stakeholders within the manufacturing space guiding on performance, productivity, inventory, stock control, labour efficiency and CAPEX</li><li>Own standard costing, inventory accounting and WIP</li><li>Build scalable finance processes, ERP optimisation and adoption of necessary tools for a best in class function</li><li>As the business scales, recruit and develop a purpose built team offering clear routes for progression</li></ul> About you…<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong technical accounting experience (UK GAAP, IFRS)</li><li>Experience within ERP optimisation and utilisation</li><li>Evidence of working within a start-up/scale up environment</li><li>Strong working knowledge of manufacturing principles and accounting</li></ul> What's on offer…<ul><li>£80,000 to £90,000 per annum base salary</li><li>20% discretionary bonus</li><li>Enhanced pension (9% employer contribution)</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>On-site catering</li><li>On-site gym</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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC43Njg4Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-16T13:39:52Z

Commercial Finance Analyst

Bristol, Bristol
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking a commercially minded Commercial Finance Analyst to join The Wave, the UK's first inland surf destination on the edge of Bristol. This newly created role is the first dedicated analytical seat in the business, working directly with the CFO and Heads of Department to get ahead of the numbers rather than reading them after the fact. It is a hands-on, commercial role rather than a technical accounting one, and there is no chartered requirement.Role<ul><li>Run monthly business reviews with Heads of Department across Surf, Food & Beverage, Retail, Accommodation, Camps and Events</li><li>Own variance reporting, KPI packs and written commentary on what has moved and why</li><li>Lead the annual budget process and own the rolling forecast, including trading, seasonality and capital timing</li><li>Analyse pricing, yield and capacity, including lake mix design and occupancy</li><li>Redesign and automate daily flash reporting, replacing the current manual process</li></ul>As Commercial Finance Analyst, you will be the primary finance user of a new data platform and a strong voice in how reporting is designed.Profile<ul><li>Two to five years in commercial finance, FP&A, business analysis or a similar analytical role</li><li>Demonstrable experience of budgeting and forecasting, not just reporting the result</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, building models rather than maintaining someone else's</li><li>Experience with a BI tool such as Power BI, Tableau or Qlik</li><li>Confident presenting and defending analysis in a room, including when challenged</li></ul>This Commercial Finance Analyst role suits someone who takes a view rather than stopping at the numbers, and who is comfortable being the only analyst in the room.Company<ul><li>The Wave is a world-class wave pool surrounded by open water, woodland, a campsite and safari tents, on the edge of Bristol</li><li>Built around wellbeing, nature and community, with a purpose to nurture health, hope and happiness with every wave</li><li>A small, close-knit team where you will see the whole business, not one slice of it</li><li>Direct access to the Controller, CFO and Heads of Department</li><li>Guided by The Wave's values, We Are FAIR: Fun, Adventurous, Impact and Respect</li></ul>Coming into The Wave as Commercial Finance Analyst, you would have real ownership from day one and no existing template to inherit, with a data platform being built around the reporting you design.Salary and Benefits<ul><li>Competitive salary of £40,000 to £45,000 depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working, with two days in the office and three days from home</li><li>30 days paid holiday, inclusive of bank holidays</li><li>Study support available for CIMA, ACCA, ACA or AAT, with the details discussed with shortlisted candidates</li><li>Free staff surf sessions, subsidised lunches and a range of discounts across food, drink and other offerings</li></ul>This Commercial Finance Analyst package at The Wave also includes a NEST pension and genuine scope to shape how finance reporting works across the business.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YWRhbS5hbGJhZHJ5LjEwMDE2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-28T15:56:24Z

Business Partner Finance

Bodmin, Cornwall
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Finance AnalystRobert Half are delighted to be partnering with Proper Cornish in their recruitment of an outstanding finance analystSince 1988, Proper Cornish has been creating award-winning Cornish pasties and savoury pastry products from the heart of Cornwall. With over 35 years of heritage, a team of more than 260 colleagues and a vision to be the UK's preferred supplier, Proper Cornish combines traditional craftsmanship with continuous innovation. As the business continues to grow and evolve, we're looking for a commercially minded Financial Planning & Analysis Accountant to join our finance team in Bodmin.This is a newly created opportunity with real visibility across the business, partnering closely with Sales, Operations and Senior Leadership whilst helping shape future reporting, forecasting and business intelligence capability.Why Join Proper Cornish?This is far more than a traditional reporting role, you'll take ownership of sales reporting, forecasting, budgeting and performance insight across a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment. You'll be joining an open, down-to-earth and supportive culture where personality matters just as much as technical ability. The team works collaboratively, communicates honestly and isn't afraid to show a bit of emotion and humour along the way.The OpportunityReporting to the Financial Controller, you'll act as a key link between Finance and Sales, ensuring the business has accurate, meaningful and timely information to support decision making.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Leading the annual budgeting and forecasting process</li><li>Producing insightful sales, margin and profitability reporting</li><li>Developing and maintaining financial models and reporting tools</li><li>Providing account-level analysis for major customers and sales managers</li><li>Managing rebate calculations, accruals and customer reporting</li><li>Supporting month-end reporting and financial analysis</li><li>Producing ad hoc commercial reporting and trend analysis</li><li>Working closely with stakeholders across Sales, Procurement, Operations and Finance</li><li>Driving reporting improvements, automation and process efficiency</li><li>Supporting group reporting requirements and data development initiatives</li><li>Utilising Excel, Power BI and data tools to turn information into actionable business insight</li></ul>About YouWe're open to a variety of backgrounds and welcome applications from:<ul><li>Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountants</li><li>Experienced part-qualified accountants with strong commercial analysis skills</li><li>First movers from practice looking for their first industry role</li><li>Second movers seeking broader commercial exposure</li></ul>You'll ideally bring:<ul><li>Strong Excel skills, including Power Query and advanced data manipulation</li><li>Experience working with large datasets and complex reporting</li><li>Exposure to Power BI and business intelligence reporting</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Confidence working with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>A proactive approach and ability to work independently</li><li>Manufacturing, FMCG or food production experience (desirable)</li></ul>What's in It for You?<ul><li>Salary £40,000 - £45,000</li><li>Annual bonus of up to 5%</li><li>Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) + wider benefits</li></ul><ul><li>Great food, on us - From free staff bakes and fresh fruit to quarterly team BBQs and a subsidised canteen, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy good food with colleagues. It's a popular perk that adds to the friendly and social atmosphere across the business.</li></ul> A Business Built on ValuesAt Proper Cornish, quality, customer focus, honesty, friendliness and passion underpin everything they do. From producing over 76,000 pasties a day to supplying customers nationwide, the business combines Cornish heritage with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.If you're an ambitious accountant who enjoys turning data into insight, partnering with stakeholders and making a genuine commercial impact, please contact me to discuss this exciting role further.Andy TroupRobert Half 0117 993 5404 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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4zMzExOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-11T12:19:22Z

Interim Project Accountant

Birmingham, West Midlands
remote
Temporary
400 - 500 GBP / Daily
Robert Half are delighted to be working with a well-established, Birmingham based construction business who are looking to appoint a qualified, professional Interim Project Accountant on an initial three-month basis.This is a hands-on interim role supporting the finance team through a particularly busy period, with a key focus on working closely with the commercial and contract teams to resolve outstanding contract finance issues, as well as preparing the business for its December year-end.The business operates across a significant number of live contracts, so the successful candidate will need strong experience of contract/project accounting, or audit, within a construction or similarly complex project-based environment,The RoleYou will take ownership of a range of project accounting and year-end activities, working closely with both the finance and commercial teams to ensure the business is fully prepared for audit and year-end.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Working through and resolving outstanding audit queries from the prior year, ensuring appropriate supporting evidence and reconciliations are provided.</li><li>Reviewing and strengthening project and contract accounting across a large portfolio of live construction contracts.</li><li>Supporting the finance team with December year-end preparation, including reconciliations, accruals, provisions and other key year-end adjustments.</li><li>Working closely with commercial and project teams to understand contract performance, costs incurred, forecasts and potential risks.</li><li>Reviewing project financial information and identifying variances, anomalies and areas requiring further investigation.</li><li>Ensuring project financial information is accurate, complete and appropriately supported.</li></ul>About YouThe successful candidate will ideally have:<ul><li>A recognised Finance Qualification - ACA, ACCA, CIMA</li><li>Previous experience as a Project Accountant / Contract Accountant within the construction, engineering, infrastructure or wider project-based sector.</li><li>Strong understanding of contract accounting and project financial management.</li><li>Proven experience dealing with external audit queries and year-end processes.</li><li>The ability to work effectively with commercial and operational stakeholders, not just within finance.</li><li>Strong analytical and reconciliation skills, with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>A hands-on approach and the ability to quickly get up to speed in a complex environment.</li><li>The confidence to investigate historic issues, challenge information and drive queries through to resolution.</li><li>The ability to work to tight deadlines, particularly in preparation for the December year-end.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced interim Project Accountant to join a busy construction business at a critical point in its financial calendar. The role will sit outside of IR35, paying circa £450 per day, dependant on experience. There will be a requirement to be on site in Birmingham 2-3 days per weekRobert Half are looking to speak with candidates who are available immediately and can make an immediate impact. If you are a Professional Interim and Immediately Available, please submit your CV ASAP 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/amFtZXMucGFnZXQuNTUyMjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-11T07:59:55Z

Project Accountant

Kidlington, Oxfordshire
remote
Temporary
62000 - 62000 GBP / Yearly
Temporary Project Accountant - Kidlington (1-2 days onsite/rest wfh) - £62,000 equivilent - 3-6 month contract Robert Half Ltd are working with an organisation based in Kidlington that are looking for a Project Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. This role will take ownership of the financial management of a portfolio of projects and capital programmes.This is a key finance business partnering role, working closely with Project Managers and senior stakeholders to provide financial insight, challenge and support informed decision-making.Key responsibilities:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Act as a strategic finance business partner to Project Managers and senior stakeholders</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial governance across projects</li><li>Challenge financial performance, identify risks and drive corrective action</li><li>Support business cases, investment decisions and benefits realisation</li><li>Provide financial assurance and advice at project governance boards</li><li>Support capital and medium-term financial planning</li><li>Partner with Procurement and business leads on tenders and commercial proposals, ensuring value for money</li><li>Present complex financial information clearly and influence senior decision-making</li></ul> What they're looking for: <ul><li>Strong communication </li><li>Previous business partnering experience </li><li>Budgeting/forecasting </li><li>Strong Excel ability </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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuNzcwMzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-17T16:07:38Z

Senior Project Accountant

Glasgow, Glasgow
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
Senior Project Accountant (Interim) Glasgow | Hybrid Working | Competitive Day RateRobert Half is partnering with a leading engineering and project-driven organisation to recruit an Interim Senior Project Accountant for a key assignment supporting a portfolio of complex, high-value projects.This opportunity is ideally suited to a qualified accountant with strong project accounting experience who can quickly integrate into the business, provide financial leadership across project teams, and support critical commercial and operational decision-making.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide financial oversight and support across multiple ongoing projects and contracts.</li><li>Deliver accurate project reporting, forecasting and financial analysis to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Support project managers with budgeting, cost control, profitability analysis and risk management.</li><li>Review project performance, identifying financial risks and opportunities.</li><li>Ensure appropriate revenue recognition and contract accounting treatment, including IFRS 15 compliance.</li><li>Assist with project reviews, contract evaluations and commercial decision-making.</li><li>Improve reporting processes and strengthen project finance controls where required.</li><li>Support month-end, forecasting and business planning cycles.</li><li>Partner with operational teams to drive project performance throughout the contract lifecycle.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>CA or ACCA qualified.</li><li>Strong understanding of IFRS 15 and long-term contract accounting.</li><li>Commercially minded with the ability to influence operational stakeholders.</li><li>Available at short notice or immediately available preferred.</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li>Immediate start opportunity. Competitive day rate. Hybrid working arrangement. Exposure to major projects and senior stakeholders. Opportunity to support a business through a critical period of project delivery. Initial contract with potential for extension.</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/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy45NDc5Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-21T17:05:12Z

Project Accountant

Kidlington, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established engineering business based near Kidlington to recruit an experienced Project Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy programme finance function within a technically complex, multi-project environment, supporting delivery teams with robust financial control, reporting and commercial insight.This role would suit a finance professional who enjoys working closely with delivery and programme teams, translating operational activity into accurate financial data, and who is comfortable balancing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced setting.The RoleReporting into the finance leadership team, you'll take ownership of the financial health of a portfolio of active projects, acting as the go-to finance contact for programme managers and senior stakeholders.Commercial & Proposals<ul><li>Review and sign off the financial assumptions underpinning new customer proposals before they go out the door</li><li>Build out project plans, work packages and schedules to support future bids and contract submissions</li></ul>Budgeting & Forecasting<ul><li>Own the forecast update cycle, feeding into the wider annual operating plan and flagging any deviation from budget</li><li>Keep project cost data accurate, with correct cost allocation and up-to-date hours bookings across the portfolio</li><li>Identify and manage financial risk across your project portfolio</li></ul>Reporting & Governance<ul><li>Produce monthly project reviews and forecast-to-completion updates, checking labour and third-party costs are booked correctly</li><li>Support the month-end close process, applying the correct accounting treatment across projects</li><li>Act as first point of contact for all project-related finance queries, providing challenge and support to delivery teams as needed</li><li>Respond to ad hoc financial requests from the wider programme</li><li>Monitor compliance with internal policy, accounting standards and risk management procedures</li><li>Maintain project financial data within the company's ERP system, liaising with IT on any reporting changes required</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes, answering project-related queries as they arise</li></ul>What You'll NeedEssential<ul><li>Solid background in financial controlling and/or project/programme reporting</li><li>Strong grasp of core accounting principles</li><li>Confident communicator, both written and verbal, with strong report-writing skills</li><li>Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel</li><li>Comfortable juggling multiple priorities and working to tight deadlines</li><li>Good understanding of work package management and control</li><li>Working knowledge of risk management principles</li><li>A methodical, organised approach to planning and tracking</li><li>Professional accountancy qualification, or actively working towards one (part-qualified considered)</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience with a major ERP system</li><li>Prior experience in project accounting</li><li>Exposure to government or public-sector commercial and accounting frameworks</li><li>Awareness of single-source procurement/contract regulations</li></ul>The Package<ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office, 2 days per week WFH</li><li>Strong company pension contribution</li><li>Private medical cover</li><li>Annual leave that increases with length of service</li><li>Bonus scheme</li><li>Additional lifestyle and wellbeing benefits</li></ul>Please note: Full right to work in the UK is required, as visa sponsorship is not available for this role.For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Charlie at Robert Half. 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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS43NzYyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-10T16:15:22Z

Project Accountant

Chinnor, Oxfordshire
remote
Temporary
300 - 350 GBP / Daily
🚨 INTERIM PROJECT ACCOUNTANT | CIRCA £300 PER DAY | HYBRIDI'm currently recruiting for an experienced Project Accountant to join a leading organisation on an initial contract through to December 2026, with potential for extension.💰 Circa £300 per day 📍 Hybrid - 2/3 days WFH, with travel to operational sites and London/Midlands offices 📅 Initial contract to December 2026 - potential extensionWe're looking for a qualified accountant with strong experience supporting operational and business projects.The role will involve:🔹 Managing and reporting on multiple projects running in parallel 🔹 Costing savings and tracking financial benefits 🔹 Supporting process implementation and ongoing monitoring 🔹 Working closely with MDs, Performance Directors and Depot Managers 🔹 Challenging and influencing operational stakeholders 🔹 Preparing and delivering senior-level presentations 🔹 Supporting month-end and strategy presentationsYou'll need to be commercial, confident, highly organised and an excellent communicator, with excellent presentation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and engage effectively with senior operational stakeholders.🚗 A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required, with business travel expenses reimbursed.If you're available or know someone who could be a good fit, please contact me for more information or to discuss the role confidentially.#ProjectAccountant #Interim #FinanceJobs #ProjectFinance #CommercialFinance #Accountancy #FinanceRecruitment 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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy41ODMzMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-27T08:30:53Z

Project Accountant

Angus, Angus
remote
Contract
65000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Project Accountant - Interim Contract</h1>Location: East of Scotland (predominantly remote) Duration: Initial 6-month contract, with potential to extend Working pattern: Remote, with one day per month in the officeWe're looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support a business with a review and reconciliation of historical financial data, helping to resolve legacy issues and improve the accuracy and integrity of its financial records.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or strong QBE finance professional with strong Excel and reconciliation skills who enjoys investigating complex transactions, identifying discrepancies and working through detailed financial data.<h3>The Role</h3>Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of reviewing 3-4 years of historical financial information, investigating inconsistencies and ensuring transactions are accurately reconciled across the UK and relevant European entities.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Reviewing and reconciling historical financial data to identify discrepancies and resolve outstanding issues.</li><li>Reconciling outbound income from the UK entity and ensuring alignment with relevant European entities, including Spain.</li><li>Investigating incomplete or inconsistent transactional records and identifying the root cause of discrepancies.</li><li>Analysing complex transactions and splitting or reallocating individual lines of data across multiple transactions where required.</li><li>Ensuring sales and outbound transaction data is accurately recorded and reconciled.</li><li>Working autonomously to progress investigations, review findings and resolve legacy data issues.</li><li>Collaborating closely with the Financial Controller to report on progress and support the overall integrity of the financial records.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:<ul><li>Experience in a Project Accountant, Management Accountant or similar finance role.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large volumes of financial data.</li><li>Proven experience in account reconciliations, transaction analysis and investigating discrepancies.</li><li>A methodical, analytical approach with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>The ability to work independently, manage priorities and see complex issues through to resolution.</li><li>A recognised accountancy qualification or relevant experience as a QBE finance professional.</li></ul><h3>The Opportunity</h3><ul><li>An initial 6-month interim contract, with potential for extension.</li><li>Predominantly remote working, with just one day per month required in the office.</li><li>The opportunity to make a tangible impact by resolving historic financial issues and improving data accuracy.</li></ul>Interested? If you have strong reconciliation skills and enjoy getting to the bottom of complex financial data, please get in touch to discuss the opportunity further with Ailidh van Wyk on 01312403704.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/YWlsaWRoLnZhbnd5ay44NTc4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-12T10:07:34Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
50000 - 550000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Financial Accountant</h1>Horsham | Office-Based | Competitive Salary + BenefitsRobert Half is partnering with a leading specialist services organisation to recruit a qualified Financial Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and evolving business operating within a highly regulated environment, offering genuine scope for career development and progression.Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in owning month-end accounting processes, ensuring balance sheet integrity, and supporting financial control across the business. The position offers broad exposure across reporting, audit, cash flow, working capital, and finance transformation initiatives.<h2>The Role</h2>Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Leading the month-end close process and ensuring timely reporting deadlines are met</li><li>Producing monthly revenue, gross margin, and management reporting</li><li>Owning key balance sheet areas including accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, stock, capital expenditure, and other control accounts</li><li>Managing revenue recognition and project accounting activities where required</li><li>Supporting VAT reporting and statutory compliance obligations</li><li>Acting as a key contact for external auditors throughout the annual audit process</li><li>Maintaining and developing financial controls within the accounting system</li><li>Supporting weekly cash flow forecasting and payment processes</li><li>Monitoring working capital performance, including WIP, invoicing processes, and aged debt management</li><li>Partnering with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight and challenge</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve processes, automation, systems, and reporting capabilities</li><li>Supporting finance transformation and continuous improvement projects</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>The ideal candidate will possess:<ul><li>Qualified ACA, ACCA</li><li>Strong financial accounting and month-end close experience</li><li>Proven experience managing journals, reconciliations, reporting schedules, and general ledger activities</li><li>Excellent balance sheet control and technical accounting skills</li><li>Strong Excel capabilities, including pivot tables, reconciliations, and data analysis</li><li>Experience working with ERP/accounting systems (Business Central experience advantageous)</li><li>Previous exposure to external audits and statutory reporting processes</li><li>A proactive and inquisitive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement</li><li>Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with both finance and operational stakeholders</li><li>The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and perform well within reporting deadlines</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation</li><li>Direct exposure to senior leadership and business decision-making</li><li>Broad and varied role with significant ownership and responsibility</li><li>Clear progression and personal development opportunities</li><li>Involvement in systems, process improvement, and finance transformation projects</li><li>Collaborative and supportive working environment</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 equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. 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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi40ODM2Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-02T07:09:31Z

Business Partner Finance

Cardiff, Cardiff
remote
Permanent
45000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Commercial Project Finance Business Partner for an expanding services organisation in Cardiff Commercial Project Finance Business PartnerLocation: CardiffSalary: £45,000 to 60,000Reporting to: Finance ManagerSector: IT ServicesAbout the RoleWe are looking for a commercially minded Project Finance Business Partner to join our finance team within a growing services business.This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified or newly qualified accountant looking to develop their commercial finance and business partnering experience in a project-led environment.Working closely with project managers, account managers, operational teams and senior stakeholders, you will provide financial insight and support to help ensure projects are delivered profitably, revenue and costs are accurately forecast, and commercial opportunities and risks are clearly understood.Alongside your project finance responsibilities, you will play an important role in supporting the monthly management accounts process, gaining broad exposure to financial reporting and the wider finance function.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Finance & Commercial Business Partnering<ul><li>Act as the finance business partner to project and operational teams, providing financial insight and support throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Work closely with Project Managers and Account Managers to understand project performance, budgets, forecasts and commercial drivers.</li><li>Monitor project revenue, costs, margins, utilisation and profitability against budget and forecast.</li><li>Support the preparation and review of project budgets and financial forecasts.</li><li>Identify and communicate financial risks, opportunities and variances, helping operational teams understand their financial impact.</li><li>Provide regular financial analysis and commentary on project performance.</li><li>Support project managers with financial decision-making, including resource planning, subcontractor costs, project expenditure and margin management.</li><li>Review project financial performance and challenge assumptions where appropriate.</li><li>Assist with project set-up, ensuring appropriate financial controls, budgets and reporting structures are in place.</li><li>Support the identification and management of unbilled revenue, accrued costs, work in progress and other project-related accounting items.</li><li>Assist with revenue recognition and ensuring project accounting is consistent with company policies and accounting standards.</li><li>Support commercial reviews, including analysis of project profitability, contract performance and potential change requests.</li><li>Develop strong relationships with non-finance stakeholders and help improve financial awareness across the business.</li></ul>Monthly Management Accounts<ul><li>Assist with the preparation of the monthly management accounts.</li><li>Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments and project-related adjustments.</li><li>Support balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with revenue and cost analysis and ensure transactions are recorded accurately in the appropriate accounting periods.</li><li>Prepare monthly variance analysis against budget and forecast.</li><li>Produce supporting schedules and management information for month-end reporting.</li><li>Provide clear commentary on key movements and financial performance.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of monthly reporting packs for senior management.</li><li>Contribute to improving the accuracy, efficiency and timeliness of the month-end process.</li></ul>Financial Analysis & Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Produce ad hoc financial analysis to support commercial and operational decision-making.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models, reports and dashboards.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting.</li><li>Help develop more consistent project reporting and forecasting processes across the business.</li><li>Support finance and wider business projects as required.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for someone who is commercially curious, analytical and keen to develop their career in a business partnering environment.You will ideally have:<ul><li>Part-qualified or newly qualified accounting status, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA.</li><li>Experience within a commercial finance, management accounting, project accounting or finance business partnering environment.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets.</li><li>Good understanding of management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjM0MDY1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-01T16:38:34Z

Finance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
<h3>Finance Manager / Practice Accountant | Central London </h3>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a leading award-winning architectural practice to recruit a Finance Manager / Practice Accountant.This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on finance professional looking for a broad role with genuine ownership across the entire finance function. Working closely with the Principals, you'll play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, improving financial processes, and driving commercial insight across the business.<h3>The Opportunity</h3>You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function whilst providing detailed management information, budgeting support and commercial analysis to help drive business performance.This is a varied position that offers exposure to all aspects of finance, including:<ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts and financial reporting</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>Revenue recognition and project accounting</li><li>Payroll, VAT, pensions and statutory compliance</li><li>Sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control</li><li>Business partnering with senior stakeholders</li><li>Financial planning and commercial analysis</li><li>Managing audits and year-end processes</li><li>Supporting systems improvements, automation and AI-driven reporting initiatives</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We're keen to speak with individuals who possess:<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (QBE candidates will also be considered)</li><li>Strong management accounting experience</li><li>Previous experience working within an SME environment</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems</li><li>A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement</li></ul><h3>Nice to Have</h3><ul><li>Experience within architecture, construction, engineering or project-based businesses</li><li>Exposure to project accounting and revenue recognition</li><li>Experience working with Xero or project accounting systems</li></ul><h3>Package & Benefits</h3><ul><li>Hybrid working (3 days in the office)</li><li>Study support available</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>One week working abroad allowance</li><li>Supportive and collaborative culture</li><li>Broad exposure to senior leadership and business strategy</li></ul>If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact within a growing and highly regarded business, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4yNTQzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-08T15:11:17Z

Finance Transformation Lead

Cardiff, Cardiff
remote
Contract
500 - 1000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Finance Transformation Lead </h1><h1>BST11 ERP - Finance Transformation</h1><h2>About the Role</h2>We are looking for an experienced BST11 Project Manager to play a key role in a major BST11 ERP and Finance transformation programme.The role will provide strong project management, PMO governance and delivery leadership, with a particular focus on the Finance ERP workstream.Working across Finance, Technology, Operations, Project Management and external implementation partners, you will ensure the programme is effectively planned, governed and delivered against agreed scope, timelines, budget and quality standards.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>ERP Project Management</h3><ul><li>Lead and coordinate BST11 ERP projects and workstreams through the full project lifecycle.</li><li>Develop and maintain integrated project plans, milestones, dependencies and critical paths.</li><li>Manage scope, schedule, budget, resources, risks and issues.</li><li>Coordinate ERP configuration, integrations, data migration, testing, training, cutover and go-live.</li><li>Work closely with implementation partners and internal technology teams.</li><li>Drive actions, decisions and dependencies through to resolution.</li><li>Support post-go-live stabilisation and transition to BAU.</li></ul><h3>Finance ERP Transformation</h3>Work closely with Finance stakeholders and SMEs across:<ul><li>General Ledger</li><li>Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable</li><li>Project Accounting</li><li>Billing and Invoicing</li><li>Revenue and Cost Management</li><li>Cash Management</li><li>Financial Reporting</li><li>Management Accounting</li><li>Project Profitability</li><li>Forecasting</li><li>Time and Expense</li><li>Financial Controls and Reconciliations</li></ul>Ensure Finance requirements are clearly defined, prioritised and translated into effective BST11 ERP solutions.<h3>PMO & Governance</h3><ul><li>Establish and maintain robust PMO governance.</li><li>Own RAID, dependency, decision and action logs.</li><li>Produce weekly and monthly programme reporting.</li><li>Prepare Steering Committee and Programme Board materials.</li><li>Track budget, forecast, resources and delivery performance.</li><li>Manage change control and scope governance.</li><li>Provide clear visibility of programme progress, risks, issues and delivery confidence.</li><li>Ensure project documentation and governance standards are consistently maintained.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><h3>Essential Experience</h3><ul><li>Proven experience as an ERP Project Manager, ERP PMO Lead or Senior PMO professional.</li><li>Strong experience delivering Finance ERP implementations or transformation programmes.</li><li>Experience working in a project-driven organisation, ideally within AEC, engineering, environmental consulting, professional services or consulting.</li><li>Strong understanding of Finance processes and project accounting.</li><li>Experience managing complex projects with multiple business and technology workstreams.</li><li>Strong project governance, planning and reporting capability.</li><li>Experience managing risks, issues, dependencies, scope and change.</li><li>Experience with data migration, testing, integrations and ERP go-live.</li><li>Experience working with implementation partners and third-party suppliers.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>Direct BST11 ERP experience</li><li>BST11 Finance implementation</li><li>BST11 Project and Billing functionality</li><li>BST11 integrations and data migration</li><li>ERP implementation within an AEC environment</li><li>Finance transformation</li><li>Project accounting</li><li>Power BI / management reporting</li><li>ERP systems integration</li><li>PRINCE2, PMP, AgilePM or equivalent</li></ul><h2>The Person</h2>We are looking for someone who is:<ul><li>Delivery focused - drives activity and achieves outcomes.</li><li>Highly organised - manages complex plans and competing priorities.</li><li>Commercially aware - understands budgets, forecasts and resource requirements.</li><li>Finance savvy - understands Finance processes within a project-based business.</li><li>Technically credible - able to work effectively with ERP, data and integration teams.</li><li>A strong communicator - communicates clearly with technical and business audiences.</li><li>Confident with senior stakeholders - able to influence, challenge and escalate.</li><li>Solutions focused - proactively resolves issues and removes delivery obstacles.</li></ul><h2>Why Join?</h2>This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in a significant BST11 ERP and Finance transformation programme.You will work at the intersection of Finance, Technology and Project Operations, helping to deliver improved processes, better financial visibility and a more integrated approach to managing projects and business performance.<h3>Apply</h3>If you are an experienced ERP PMO / Project Manager with Finance ERP expertise and are looking for a high-profile transformation opportunity, we would like to hear from you.Apply now to join the BST11 ERP transformation programme.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/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uMTc0MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-08T15:50:09Z

Sr. Management Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Contract
350 - 450 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Management Accountant to assist them for 6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Support project accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and analysis.</li><li>Drive process improvements across the finance function, identifying opportunities to streamline and enhance existing procedures.</li><li>Review and improve reporting and intercompany processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Assist with month-end close and the preparation of monthly management accounts.</li><li>Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and Profit & Loss accounts.</li><li>Review and analyse group reporting packs, ensuring accuracy and consistency of financial information.</li><li>Manage audit requests, providing supporting documentation and responding to queries.</li><li>Support financial information requests from the Private Equity (PE) house, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.</li><li>Assist with due diligence requests, collating relevant financial data and supporting documentation.</li><li>Provide historical financial information and analysis to support business requirements and ad hoc requests.</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Management Accountant will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent qualification) and will ideally have experience within an SME environment. You will ideally have experience within a PE backed business and have strong excel skills. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a growing travel firm based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:The temporary Management Accountant role will be paying circa £350 - £450 per day dependant on experience.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC45Nzc5OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-12T18:58:58Z

Stock Accountant

Trowbridge, Wiltshire
remote
Temporary
55000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation in seeking an experienced Stock Accountant to join their finance team on an initial 6-month contract.Based in Wiltshire, full time on site.This role will play a key part in supporting inventory reporting, project accounting activities, and driving insight through detailed variance analysis across a complex operational environment.This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong manufacturing or engineering experience and advanced SAP knowledge to make an immediate impact within a large, fast-paced business.Key ResponsibilitiesOwnership of inventory and stock accounting processes Investigate and explain material, labour and manufacturing variancesAnalyse inventory movements and stock valuationsSupport month-end and year-end reporting activitiesWork closely with operational and project teams to ensure accurate financial reporting Assist with project accounting, including cost tracking and profitability analysisReview WIP (Work in Progress) balances and cost allocationsReconcile inventory-related balance sheet accountsProduce detailed management reports and financial analysis for senior stakeholdersIdentify opportunities to improve financial controls and reporting processesKey RequirementsQualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or Qualified by ExperiencePrevious experience in a manufacturing, engineering or project-based environmentStrong understanding of stock accounting, inventory controls and costing principlesProven experience conducting detailed variance analysisProject accounting experience desirableAdvanced SAP experience is essential 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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci45MjYyNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-24T10:38:56Z

Finance Business Partner

London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is an expanding energy consultancy business based in London. They manage national energy grids, ensuring compliance with market rules. Operating at the heart of the energy sector, they ensure the market runs accurately and smoothly.Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire a qualified Finance Business Partner to join their high-calibre finance department.RoleReporting into the Head of FP&A, the Finance Business Partner will support in several key commercial duties covering the forecasting & budgeting, investment appraisals, financial analysis and regular contact with stakeholders.Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Partner with business units to provide financial insight, challenge, and guidance</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and in-year financial management</li><li>Provide clear analysis to support senior leadership and operational decision-making</li><li>Build financial models and scenarios for business cases and projects</li><li>Oversee project accounting, cost tracking, and financial governance</li><li>Identify financial risks and opportunities to improve business performance</li><li>Enhance management reporting and drive finance process improvements</li><li>Support finance systems and resolve finance-related queries across the organisation</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal profile for this Finance Business Partner position, should have the following:<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) with proven commercial finance experience built in industry</li><li>Practical experience in business partnering and engaging with stakeholders</li><li>Evidence of financial analysis, and dealing with business cases / investment appraisals</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li><li>Shorter notice periods would be strongly preferred!</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£60,000 - £70,000 plus additional benefits:<ul><li>Hybrid working structure - 1-2 days a week</li><li>Private medical & dental insurance</li><li>Retail discounts</li><li>Group pension plan</li><li>25 days holiday</li><li>Seasonal socials</li><li>Discounted gym membership</li></ul>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjk5MTM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-11T11:33:25Z

Group Management Accountant

Leeds, West Yorkshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Group Head of Management Accounts to join a high-growth, international business based in Leeds City Centre.This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading, technology-enabled organisation operating on a global scale. With operations spanning multiple continents and a strong track record of growth, the business has built a reputation for innovation, agility and delivering complex solutions for an international customer base.The Head of Management Accounts will play a pivotal role within Group Finance, leading consolidated management reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes while supporting the continued development of financial systems, controls and management information. The RoleKey responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Ownership of the monthly reporting timetable and delivery of the monthly group reporting pack.</li><li>Leading month-end and year-end management reporting activities across a multi-entity international group.</li><li>Supporting and developing members of the Group Finance team.</li><li>Working closely with senior finance leadership to enhance group reporting, management information and financial insight.</li><li>Ownership of the group budget and forecasting reporting process.</li><li>Acting as the Finance lead and superuser for key finance systems, driving continuous improvements and process efficiencies.</li><li>Delivering ad hoc financial analysis, commercial insight and strategic project support.</li><li>Building strong relationships with stakeholders across finance and the wider business.</li></ul> The Ideal Candidate<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge.</li><li>Experience operating within a multi-entity and ideally international business environment.</li><li>Proven management accounting and group reporting experience.</li><li>Strong systems capability, including advanced Excel skills and financial modelling.</li><li>Experience of finance systems implementation, optimisation or ownership.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul>Salary & Benefits<ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 salary</li><li>£5,000 car allowance</li><li>Annual bonus</li><li>Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)</li><li>Opportunity to join a growing international organisation with significant future progression opportunities</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects</li><li>Collaborative and high-performing finance team</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjA2MjY0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-28T16:40:29Z

Transactional Accountant

Wallingford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 42000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation based in Wallingford to recruit a Transactional Accountant. The Transactional Accountant will receive a salary of up to £42,000 along with other attractive benefits including mostly remote working - you will be required in the office 2-3 times per month! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Match supplier invoices to purchase orders/goods received documentation and ensure they are appropriately authorised, and booked into accounting system</li><li>Resolve any discrepancies and deal with supplier queries</li><li>To ensure that customer invoicing, supplier invoices, expenses and other transactional type tasks are delivered to an acceptable standard and within allotted timescales </li><li>To ensure month end tasks are completed including handovers to management accountants and other analytical / control information such as run rates and deferred pivots </li><li>To ensure the support and other inboxes for all systems (GP, concur etc.) are adequately covered and the service to end users is efficient. This will include the monitoring of performance versus SLA's</li><li>Assist in projects for systems or process improvements as well as projects provided by the Divisional Finance Manager or your direct manager. </li><li>Contribute to the success of the overall corporate strategy</li><li>Process cash allocation where necessary.</li><li>Implement improvements to existing processes / systems as required</li><li>Involvement with integrations of new business units</li><li>Undertake ad hoc and other finance duties as required</li><li>Complete accurate and thorough handovers to the management accountants at month end</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>AAT qualification would be advantageous</li><li>Previous experience in transactional functions.</li><li>Commercial acumen and financial analysis skills </li><li>Excellent IT skills including a high level of proficiency in Excel </li><li>You will have strong interpersonal skills with both written and verbal communication skills at all levels, with a confident and professional telephone manner</li><li>A demonstrated ability to process large quantity of data quickly and effectively, to deliver results</li><li>You will have a strong work ethic and be highly organised and methodical</li><li>Solution-focused, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks</li><li>Persistent and resilient under pressure</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNDYyNjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-01T15:45:44Z

Systems Accountant

Edinburgh, Edinburgh
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
Systems Accountant (Interim)📍 Edinburgh City Centre | Hybrid Working 💰 Competitive Daily Rate ⏳ Initial 3-Month ContractRobert Half is delighted to be partnering with a well-established Edinburgh-based organisation to recruit an experienced Systems Accountant for an immediate 3-month assignment.This role will play a key part in supporting and optimising the organisation's Sage Intacct environment, working closely with finance and operational teams to improve reporting, streamline processes, and maximise system functionality.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Act as the finance lead for Sage Intacct system support and optimisation.</li><li>Review existing finance processes and identify opportunities for improvement and automation.</li><li>Develop and enhance reporting capabilities within Sage Intacct.</li><li>Support month-end, management reporting, and financial controls from a systems perspective.</li><li>Assist with system configuration, testing, upgrades, and troubleshooting.</li><li>Work with stakeholders across finance and the wider business to ensure data accuracy and integrity.</li><li>Provide user training and support to maximise system utilisation.</li><li>Deliver process documentation and best practice guidance.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or Qualified by Experience.</li><li>Proven experience working as a Systems Accountant, Finance Systems Analyst, or Finance Transformation professional.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with Sage Intacct is essential.</li><li>Excellent understanding of finance processes including month-end close, reporting, controls, and reconciliations.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.</li><li>Ability to work independently and quickly add value within a short-term project environment.</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across all levels of the business.</li></ul>What's on Offer?<ul><li>Immediate start opportunity.</li><li>Edinburgh city centre location with flexible hybrid working.</li><li>Exposure to a business-critical finance systems project.</li><li>Opportunity to make a significant impact within a short timeframe.</li><li>Potential for extension depending on project requirements.</li></ul>For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Connor Norris at Robert Half, or apply today.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/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy45MjgxMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-04T15:14:50Z

Financial Accountant

Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
remote
Permanent
58000 - 62000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Accountant | Engineering & Manufacturing | Leamington Spa (Hybrid Working) | £58,000-£62,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are partnering with a leading engineering and manufacturing business to recruit a Financial Accountant on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a well-established business and take ownership across financial reporting, month-end close, statutory accounts, IFRS and taxation. The role would suit someone who has a strong technical accounting background and is comfortable taking ownership of the full P&L close, preparing and presenting statutory accounts, and ensuring the business remains fully compliant with current IFRS and tax requirements. The successful candidate must come from a manufacturing environment and have a strong understanding of the financial and operational complexities of a product-led business. 📊 About the Position You will be responsible for: <ul><li>Taking ownership of the month-end close process, including reviewing and closing the P&L and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Preparing, reviewing and presenting statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Ensuring the business remains up to date with IFRS requirements and applying relevant accounting standards confidently across financial reporting.</li><li>Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of tax legislation and ensuring appropriate tax accounting and compliance processes are followed.</li><li>Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, investigating variances and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the balance sheet.</li><li>Preparing management accounts and providing clear financial analysis and commentary to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Working closely with operational and commercial teams to understand financial performance, investigate variances and provide meaningful insight into the underlying drivers of the P&L.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and wider financial planning activities.</li><li>Working closely with external auditors throughout the year-end process, managing technical queries and ensuring the timely completion of the statutory audit.</li><li>Reviewing accounting treatments and providing technical accounting guidance to the wider finance team and business where required.</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls and processes are maintained across the business and identifying opportunities to improve reporting and financial processes.</li><li>Supporting the wider finance function with ad hoc technical accounting, reporting and commercial projects as required.</li></ul> 📋 What We're Looking For <ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Proven experience working within a manufacturing environment is essential.</li><li>Proven experience owning and closing the P&L as part of the month-end process.</li><li>Strong experience preparing, reviewing and presenting statutory accounts.</li><li>Up-to-date knowledge of IFRS and the ability to apply accounting standards confidently in a commercial environment.</li><li>Strong and current knowledge of tax accounting and relevant tax legislation.</li><li>Experience working with external auditors and managing the year-end statutory audit process.</li><li>Strong understanding of balance sheet accounting, reconciliations and financial controls.</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Accountant looking for a role that offers genuine ownership across financial reporting, technical accounting and the wider finance function. If you have a strong manufacturing background and are confident owning the P&L close, preparing and presenting statutory accounts, and applying up-to-date IFRS and tax knowledge, this role offers the opportunity to take on a broad position within an established business. You'll work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders, providing financial insight while taking ownership of key technical and reporting responsibilities. 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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNTExMTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-08T15:37:04Z

Management Accountant

Wantage, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
35000 - 38000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in Wantage to recruit a Management Accountant. This role is term time only! The salary offered is up to £38,000 along with other attractive benefits including an enhanced pension. Please note due to the term time only element, salary will be adjusted to match the additional holidays. Therefore, max take home salary will be circa £32,000. Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Assist and liaise with the Head of Finance Business Partnering, Finance Director and CFO to plan and produce 3-5-year budget forecasts across the organisation.</li><li>Undertake monthly in-year budget monitoring and reporting, covering both revenue and capital expenditure.</li><li>Undertake monthly payroll monitoring and reconciliation against budget, investigating discrepancies and supporting resolution where appropriate, with sign-off from relevant budget holders.</li><li>Support with payroll calculations and queries, calculating salaries based on grades, contracted hours and working arrangements to support accurate budget forecasting.</li><li>Act as a first point of contact for banking queries and process relevant bank transactions.</li><li>Take responsibility for maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring transactions are accurately recorded.</li><li>Review and action open purchase orders as part of the month-end process.</li><li>Prepare and review prepayments, accruals, deferred income and accrued income as part of the month-end close.</li><li>Support the financial management and reporting of specific projects and commercial activities.</li><li>Assist and advise budget holders on procurement processes and achieving best value for money.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant financial, audit and reporting requirements, including those relating to external funding and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Maintain an awareness of relevant legislation and guidance covering finance, taxation, VAT, National Insurance and other financial matters.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>Budgeting, reporting, monitoring budgets and providing financial management support.</li><li>Accruals, prepayments and month end journals experience.</li><li>Microsoft Office and advanced skills in Excel data management and reporting.</li><li>Organised and thorough with a good eye for detail and ability to work to deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work independently.</li><li>Rigorous and methodical with the ability to manage own workload and meet deadlines.</li><li>Work effectively under pressure, managing conflicting priorities and meeting challenging deadlines.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMDUwMzEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-02T16:05:24Z

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