<p data-end="687" data-start="133">Robert Half is partnering a Manchester based infrastructure service provider in the appointment of an ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified Finance Manager. </p><p data-end="687" data-start="133">The business is seeing a proactive and highly capable Finance Manager to take ownership of management accounting, financial accounting, reporting, and company secretarial activities across a multi-entity/project environment. This role is ideally suited to a qualified accountant who thrives in a dynamic setting, can adapt to shifting priorities, and enjoys collaborating closely with a broad range of stakeholders. The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring robust financial control, insightful reporting, and strong commercial support.</p><p data-start="133" data-end="687">This role offers broad exposure across management and statutory accounts, commercial accounting, and company secretarial duties within a niche industry, providing experience beyond typical finance roles. Engagement with lenders, shareholders, suppliers, operations teams, and local authorities develops strong commercial and relationship management skills. A collaborative, supportive environment ensures continuous learning and guidance at all levels.</p><p data-end="709" data-start="689">Reporting into the Finance Director, key responsibilities will include: </p><ul data-start="2110" data-end="2803"><li data-start="79" data-end="610"><p data-end="108" data-start="81"><strong data-end="106" data-start="81">Management Accounting</strong></p><ul data-start="111" data-end="610"><li data-start="111" data-end="230"><p data-end="230" data-start="113">Incorporate purchase ledgers, sales ledgers, cash books, and loan schedules into ETBs and reconcile to SUN Systems.</p></li><li data-end="314" data-start="233"><p data-start="235" data-end="314">Maintain accruals, prepayments, amortisation schedules, and related workings.</p></li><li data-start="317" data-end="391"><p data-end="391" data-start="319">Prepare monthly management accounts and analyse actuals versus budget.</p></li><li data-start="394" data-end="454"><p data-end="454" data-start="396">Supervise VAT and CIS return preparation and submission.</p></li><li data-end="548" data-start="457"><p data-start="459" data-end="548">Oversee preparation of purchase invoices, non-supplier payments, and customer invoices.</p></li><li data-start="551" data-end="610"><p data-end="610" data-start="553">Supervise maintenance of cash books and loan schedules.</p></li></ul></li><li data-end="895" data-start="612"><p data-end="640" data-start="614"><strong data-start="614" data-end="638">Financial Accounting</strong></p><ul data-end="895" data-start="643"><li data-start="643" data-end="695"><p data-end="695" data-start="645">Prepare statutory accounts for the annual audit.</p></li><li data-start="698" data-end="774"><p data-end="774" data-start="700">Produce supporting documentation and working papers for year-end audits.</p></li><li data-end="827" data-start="777"><p data-start="779" data-end="827">Liaise with internal and external audit teams.</p></li><li data-start="830" data-end="895"><p data-start="832" data-end="895">Coordinate with tax advisors on corporation tax computations.</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="897" data-end="1179"><p data-start="899" data-end="914"><strong data-end="912" data-start="899">Reporting</strong></p><ul data-start="917" data-end="1179"><li data-end="997" data-start="917"><p data-start="919" data-end="997">Present finance reports to shareholders at quarterly project board meetings.</p></li><li data-start="1000" data-end="1091"><p data-start="1002" data-end="1091">Track and ensure compliance with project deliverables tied to loan facility agreements.</p></li><li data-start="1094" data-end="1179"><p data-start="1096" data-end="1179">Maintain financial and operating models; prepare budgets and cash flow forecasts.</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="1181" data-end="1344"><p data-start="1183" data-end="1215"><strong data-start="1183" data-end="1213">Company Secretarial Duties</strong></p><ul data-start="1218" data-end="1344"><li data-end="1261" data-start="1218"><p data-end="1261" data-start="1220">Take minutes at project board meetings.</p></li><li data-end="1344" data-start="1264"><p data-end="1344" data-start="1266">Prepare and submit Companies House filings and related formal documentation</p></li></ul></li></ul><p>Key requirements for the role:</p><ul data-start="2843" data-end="3439"><li data-end="2248" data-start="2110">ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant</li></ul><ul data-start="2843" data-end="3439"><li data-end="2248" data-start="2110">Multi-entity or multi-project experience and comfortable managing responsibilities across several entities or projects simultaneously.</li><li data-start="2249" data-end="2381"><p data-end="2381" data-start="2251">Flexibility under pressure and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities while delivering under tight or competing deadlines.</p></li><li data-start="2382" data-end="2504"><p data-end="2504" data-start="2384">A collaborative team player who demonstrates respect, supports colleagues, and contributes positively to team culture.</p></li><li data-end="2721" data-start="2596"><p data-end="2721" data-start="2598">Strong commercial awareness and understanding of client-facing responsibilities, adopting a commercially minded approach.</p></li><li data-end="2803" data-start="2722"><p data-end="2803" data-start="2724">Advanced Excel proficiency and adaptability to new financial systems and tools.</p></li></ul><p>Only candidates with the requisite skills & experience outlined clearly on CVs will be considered. </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjM0MDM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>ROLE:</strong> Logistics/Warehouse Consolidation Project Manager</p><p><strong>LENGTH:</strong> 6 Months</p><p><strong>LOCATION: </strong>Remote - UK based</p><p><strong>PAY: </strong>Competitive day rate</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The Logistics/Warehouse Consolidation Project Manager role supports the wider programme of works to drive transformation within the pharmaceutical manufacturing network. Reporting to the Programme Manager, the role focuses on planning and executing warehouse consolidation operations across Europe, ensuring operational readiness while managing stakeholders effectively.</p><p><strong>Job Purpose:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate will lead the consolidation of warehouse facilities across Europe, including operations improvement and process harmonisation, within the scope of a broader transformation programme. This role will deliver end-to-end project management, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, and operational goals.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>Project Leadership & Execution:</p><p>* Lead the end-to-end project lifecycle of warehouse consolidation across Europe, including initiation, project planning, risk management, resource allocation, and execution.</p><p>* Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to optimise warehouse operations, layouts, and workflows.</p><p>* Oversee the development and implementation of warehouse management systems (WMS) as part of the transformation.</p><p>Feasibility & Planning Phase:</p><p>* Support feasibility studies across related workstreams to ensure well-informed planning and decision-making.</p><p>* Develop detailed project plans to define scope, deliverables, timelines, and interdependencies within the larger transformation programme.</p><p>* Ensure that programme updates, recommendations, and documentation are aligned with the feasibility and planning steering process.</p><p>Regulatory Adherence (as applicable):</p><p>* Consult with quality and regulatory stakeholders to ensure that warehouse consolidation plans are compliant with Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and other relevant guidelines.</p><p>* Partner with legal and compliance teams to identify and mitigate risks related to regulatory adherence.</p><p>Stakeholder Collaboration:</p><p>* Establish and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, manufacturing, quality, logistics, IT, and external vendors.</p><p>* Communicate the project's progress and risks effectively to senior leadership, steering committees, and other stakeholders.</p><p>* Facilitate workshops and meetings to ensure alignment across teams and change acceptance by all stakeholders.</p><p>Performance Tracking:</p><p>* Define KPIs and other success metrics related to warehouse consolidation and operations improvement.</p><p>* Provide regular status updates, dashboards, and governance reports to the wider programme team.</p><p>* Track milestones, identify potential bottlenecks, and manage budgets for delivery success.</p><p><strong>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):</strong></p><p>* Successful consolidation of warehouses to meet defined project scope and operational readiness objectives.</p><p>* On-time achievement of milestones and deliverables, with minimal budget variance.</p><p>* Achievement of process and system efficiencies following warehouse consolidation.</p><p>* Stakeholder satisfaction and effective vendor management.</p><p><strong>Competencies:</strong></p><p>* Entrepreneurial & Commercial Thinking</p><p>* Building Relationships & Working Effectively with Teams</p><p>* Delivering Results & Meeting Expectations</p><p>* Adapting to Change & Driving Innovation</p><p><strong>Person Specification:</strong></p><p>Essential Skills and Experience:</p><p>* A minimum of 7-10 years of project management experience within warehouse/logistics operations, ideally in supply chain transformation or consolidation projects.</p><p>* Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale warehouse consolidation processes, including vendor contract management and resource planning.</p><p>* Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) selection, implementation, or upgrades.</p><p>* Strong project management skills, including risk assessment, budget management, and interdependency tracking.</p><p>* Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing abilities across internal and external audiences.</p><p>* Proficient in project management tools like MS Project or similar software.</p><p>* Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving capabilities.</p><p>Desirable Skills and Experience:</p><p>* Previous experience in regulated pharmaceutical environments or GDP compliance projects.</p><p>* Knowledge of best practices in warehouse and distribution processes within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.</p><p>* Familiarity with managing sustainability practices in logistics or facility consolidation.</p><p>* Background in matrix-managed or global operational roles.</p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p>* A relevant bachelor's or master's degree in logistics, supply chain, engineering, or a related field.</p><p>* Project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or MSP are essential.</p><p>* Additional certifications related to warehousing or supply chain operations are advantageous.</p><p><strong>Additional Details:</strong></p><p>* This is a UK-based remote role, requiring travel within Europe (approximately 20-40%).</p><p>* As part of the wider programme of works, the role may require occasional engagement with senior steering committees.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FsbHVtLkNoYWxtZXJzLjY3MjY0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half have partnered with a Healthcare Manufacture to recruit for a Disaster Recovery Specialist to lead and enhance our organisation's resilience strategy.</p><p>This role will focus on planning, developing, and executing robust Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity processes within a complex Azure-based environment.</p><br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br><ul><li>Lead the planning and development of DR and BC testing services, ensuring structured and repeatable processes.</li><li>Collaborate with operations teams to align recovery strategies with business requirements.</li><li>Identify and address gaps impacting DR/BC readiness, documenting improvements.</li><li>Coordinate and manage DR and BC test schedules, dependencies, and stakeholder communications.</li><li>Maintain and improve DR/BC documentation, including runbooks, recovery plans, test frameworks, and impact analyses.</li><li>Facilitate DR and BC drills and simulations, capturing lessons learned and implementing improvements.</li><li>Support audits, compliance checks, and risk assessments related to DR and BC.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 5 year's experience in IT infrastructure, DR coordination, or business continuity.</li><li>Strong background in planning and service development, not just execution.</li><li>Solid understanding of backup, replication, failover, and recovery technologies.</li><li>Hands-on experience with DR/BC tools such as Zerto, Veeam, Commvault, Azure Site Recovery, ServiceNow.</li><li>Familiarity with frameworks like ITIL and ISO 22301.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li></ul><p><strong>Organisation:</strong></p><ul><li>Initial 12 Month Contract </li><li>Hybrid Working | Surrey based </li><li>Global Healthcare Manufacturer </li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuOTY2MjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
