4 results for Operations Control Reconciliations Manager in Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Financial Controller

Cheadle, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Our client is a successful and growing international business operating within the retail and distribution sector. Due to continued growth and ambitious expansion plans, the business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of the finance function along with operational management and support the next phase of the company's development.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys a hands-on role and wants to play a key part in a dynamic SME environment.Reporting directly to the leadership team, you will have responsibility for the day-to-day finance function while providing commercial and strategic support to the business. You will also possess strong operational and IT skills as this role will effectively manage the day to day office. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reports</li><li>Managing bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit control</li><li>VAT returns, payroll oversight, and statutory compliance</li><li>Cash flow management and bank reconciliations</li><li>Liaising with external accountants and advisers on year-end accounts and tax matters</li><li>Providing financial analysis and commercial insight to support decision-making</li><li>Reviewing and improving financial controls, processes, and reporting</li><li>Supporting the implementation of new systems and business improvements</li></ul> To be successful in this role, you will have:<ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification</li><li>Understanding of import/export</li><li>Previous experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within an SME</li><li>Strong accounting systems knowledge, ideally including Xero</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently</li><li>Strong communication skills and commercial awareness</li></ul>Experience within wholesale, retail, distribution, import/export, or international trading environments would be advantageous.<ul><li>A broad and varied role with genuine autonomy</li><li>Direct exposure to senior decision-makers</li><li>Opportunity to influence business performance and future growth</li><li>Stable and growing business environment</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li></ul>For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact us 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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjY2MDI0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-06-11T09:35:43Z

Finance Analyst

Coventry, West Midlands
remote
Temporary
300 - 350 GBP / Daily
Location: Coventry (3 days per week on-site) Day Rate: £300-£350 per day (DOE) Contract: Interim<h2>The Opportunity</h2>A growing Coventry-based business is seeking an experienced Management Accountant / Finance Analyst to support the finance function during a busy period. This role is ideally suited to a hands-on accountant who combines strong core accounting skills with the ability to develop meaningful reporting and dashboards in Power BI.The successful candidate will take ownership of management accounts, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, whilst helping improve visibility and decision-making through enhanced BI reporting.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li>Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain strong financial controls.</li><li>Lead month-end processes including accruals, prepayments and journals.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li>Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards to improve financial reporting and business insight.</li><li>Analyse financial performance and provide commentary to key stakeholders.</li><li>Work closely with operational teams to understand costs, trends and profitability.</li><li>Improve reporting processes and automate manual finance tasks where possible.</li><li>Support year-end audit requirements and ad hoc finance projects.</li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile</h2><ul><li>Qualified, part-qualified or QBE accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).</li><li>Strong management accounting background.</li><li>Experience producing management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.</li><li>Strong Power BI skills with the ability to build and enhance reports and dashboards.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills.</li><li>Comfortable working independently and engaging with non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>Available to start at short notice.</li></ul><h2>Desirable</h2><ul><li>Experience within manufacturing, engineering or distribution businesses.</li><li>Exposure to ERP systems and reporting improvements.</li><li>Knowledge of Power Query, DAX or SQL.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Immediate interim opportunity.</li><li>Hybrid working pattern with 3 days on-site in Coventry.</li><li>Broad role combining financial control, analysis and business partnering.</li><li>Opportunity to make a lasting impact through improved reporting and insight.</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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNDE4NjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-21T08:29:58Z

Management Accountant

Birmingham, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
45000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Management AccountantBirmingham City Centre | Hybrid Working (3 Days in the Office) | £45,000-£55,000Be Part of a Finance Team That's Shaping What's NextRobert Half is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a private equity-backed business in Birmingham City Centre that is entering an exciting period of transformation and growth.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Management Accountant who enjoys working in an evolving environment, thrives on continuous improvement, and wants to play an active role in shaping how finance supports the wider business.Rather than simply producing reports, you'll have the opportunity to influence decision-making, contribute fresh ideas, and work closely with experienced finance leaders who value collaboration and initiative. If you're someone who enjoys asking questions, finding better ways of working, and making a genuine impact, this could be the next step you've been looking for.About the OpportunityJoining an established finance team, you'll report directly to the Senior Management Accountant and become a key contributor to the monthly reporting cycle, financial planning activities, and wider finance transformation initiatives.This is a role for someone who enjoys variety. Alongside producing accurate management information, you'll be encouraged to challenge existing processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and support the ongoing modernisation of finance operations.As the business continues its growth journey, finance is evolving alongside it. That means you'll have the chance to become involved in projects that improve reporting, streamline processes, support future systems enhancements, and help create a more efficient finance function.The successful candidate will bring positive energy, curiosity and a collaborative approach. You'll enjoy working with colleagues across the business, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and becoming a trusted support to senior finance leaders. Your ideas will be welcomed, and your contribution will extend well beyond the numbers.This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys change, embraces new challenges, and is motivated by the opportunity to make finance more commercial, efficient and insightful. Key ResponsibilitiesAs Management Accountant, your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Preparing accurate monthly management accounts in line with IFRS.</li><li>Completing balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring financial integrity.</li><li>Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process.</li><li>Producing meaningful variance analysis and providing commercial insight.</li><li>Partnering with stakeholders across the business to support informed decision-making.</li><li>Working closely with the Senior Management Accountant on monthly reporting and financial analysis.</li><li>Assisting with year-end activities and audit preparation.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls.</li><li>Supporting finance transformation initiatives and continuous improvement projects.</li><li>Helping automate manual finance processes and improve reporting efficiency.</li><li>Contributing to future systems enhancements and the ongoing modernisation of finance processes.</li><li>Building strong relationships across finance and the wider business while providing proactive financial support.</li></ul>About YouWe're looking for someone who combines strong technical accounting skills with a proactive, forward-thinking mindset.You'll already have experience preparing management accounts within a medium to large UK business and will enjoy understanding the commercial story behind the numbers as much as producing them.You'll also bring:<ul><li>A minimum of three years' UK finance experience.</li><li>Previous management accounting experience within a similar-sized organisation.</li><li>Experience preparing monthly management accounts under IFRS.</li><li>ACCA or CIMA study in progress, or be newly qualified, with a minimum of part-qualified status (approximately three exams remaining as a minimum).</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets.</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Commercial awareness and the confidence to communicate financial information clearly.</li><li>A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.</li></ul>Experience in any of the following would also be advantageous, although not essential:<ul><li>Exposure to US GAAP.</li><li>Supporting finance transformation or continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Improving finance processes through automation.</li><li>Using AI tools to improve efficiency and productivity.</li><li>Contributing to projects that enhance reporting and finance operations.</li></ul>Most importantly, we're looking for someone who approaches challenges with enthusiasm, enjoys finding solutions, and sees change as an opportunity rather than an obstacle. You'll be naturally curious, adaptable and proactive, with the confidence to suggest improvements and the drive to see them through. 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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uMTYwMDEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-06T08:45:39Z

Financial Accountant

Shropshire, Shropshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Our client is a growing, private equity-backed business with ambitious plans for expansion and continuous improvement. Operating across multiple locations, they have built a strong reputation within their sector and are now investing in their finance function to support the next phase of growth.Why Join?<ul><li>Join a financially strong, PE-backed organisation during an exciting growth journey</li><li>Broad exposure across financial accounting, operations and business partnering</li><li>Opportunity to make a genuine impact by improving processes and controls</li><li>Work closely with an experienced Finance Director and senior leadership team</li><li>Enjoy a flexible, largely home-based role with excellent long-term development opportunities</li></ul>The OpportunityThis is a hands-on Financial Accountant position suited to a part-qualified or finalist accountant who enjoys variety and autonomy. You'll take ownership of day-to-day finance activities while supporting accurate reporting, strong financial controls and ongoing process improvements within a fast-paced SME environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, journals and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Support month-end, year-end, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting activities</li><li>Manage purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control and supplier relationships</li><li>Prepare VAT returns and support audit and statutory reporting requirements</li><li>Drive improvements to finance processes, controls and reporting efficiency</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Part-qualified or finalist (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or AAT)</li><li>Previous experience within a broad finance role, ideally in an SME environment</li><li>Strong understanding of financial accounting, ledgers, reconciliations and VAT</li><li>Proactive, hands-on and comfortable managing multiple priorities independently</li><li>Strong Excel skills with experience using finance systems and improving processes</li></ul>Additional InformationThe role is predominantly home-based, with an initial handover period requiring travel to Newport, Shropshire a couple of times per week. Following this, travel is expected approximately once a week or fortnight. Occasional travel to other UK sites, including London and Westbury, may also be required on a quarterly basis. If this is something of interest and you would like to find out more, please email your CV through . 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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC40Mzc1Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-06-01T16:23:59Z