<p><strong>Financial Accountant</strong><br /><strong>North Yorkshire (Just North of Thirsk)</strong><br /><strong>£43,000 - £55,000 + Hybrid Working</strong></p><p>Robert Half is proud to be working with a well-known business based just north of Thirsk to recruit a Financial Accountant to join their growing finance team.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and highly regarded organisation that is continuing to invest in its financial accounting function. Joining a team of five financial accountants, the successful candidate will gain broad exposure across the full financial accounting remit for the UK business, with plenty of opportunity to learn, develop and progress over time.</p><p>The business is open to seeing qualified accountants as well as finalists, and this role has a strong track record of welcoming individuals from a small or medium-sized practice background who have gone on to make an immediate impact and build successful careers across the wider finance function.</p><h3 id="the-role">The Role</h3><p>As Financial Accountant, you will be involved in a broad range of responsibilities across the UK business, including:</p><ul><li>Month-end and year-end financial accounting activities</li><li>Statutory and financial reporting</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Compliance and controls</li><li>Supporting audit processes</li><li>Working across key areas of the financial accounting cycle</li><li>Collaborating with the wider finance team and broader business</li><li>Contributing to continuous improvement within financial processes and reporting</li></ul><h3 id="about-you">About You</h3><p>The ideal candidate will have a strong grounding in financial accounting and be keen to develop their career within a large, well-known business.</p><p>You will likely have:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, or be at finalist level</li><li>A background in financial accounting, either in industry or from practice</li><li>Experience gained within a small or medium-sized accountancy practice would be highly advantageous</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach</li><li>The ability to work well within a collaborative team environment</li><li>A desire to learn, develop and progress within a wider finance function</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci43MTI1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><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><p> </p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><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><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><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><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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjA2MjY0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Group Management Accountant</strong><br /><strong>Easingwold area | Hybrid working</strong><br /><strong>£45,000 - £55,000 + excellent benefits package</strong></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be supporting a valued client in the Easingwold area with the appointment of a Group Management Accountant.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified accountant looking for a broad, varied role within a supportive business where they can continue to develop. The position offers excellent exposure across management accounting, costing, finance business partnering, and group financial accounting, making it ideal for an ambitious candidate keen to learn as much as possible and take the next step in their career.</p><p><strong>The role will include:</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Costing analysis and support across the business</li><li>Finance business partnering with operational and non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Assisting with group financial accounting duties</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Providing insight and analysis to support decision-making</li><li>Supporting continuous improvement across finance processes and controls</li></ul><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><ul><li>Ideally newly qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</li><li>Strong management accounting foundation</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to partner with stakeholders across the business</li><li>Ambitious, proactive, and keen to broaden their experience</li><li>Positive attitude and a willingness to learn</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of £45,000 - £55,000</li><li>Great benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Broad exposure across both commercial and financial accounting</li><li>Genuine opportunity to learn, develop, and progress</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci4yMzQ2MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Accountant</strong><br /><strong>North Yorkshire / Predominantly Remote</strong><br /><strong>£45,000 - £55,000</strong></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a highly ambitious, fast-growing business to recruit a newly qualified Financial Accountant. With strong investment in place and exciting growth plans ahead, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business at a pivotal stage in its journey.</p><p>This is a broad and hands-on role offering excellent exposure across core financial accounting responsibilities, while also giving the successful candidate the chance to play a key part in improving processes and supporting the development of a robust finance function in a rapidly evolving environment.</p><p>The role is predominantly home-based, with travel to a site in North Yorkshire approximately once every two weeks.</p><h3 id="the-role">The Role</h3><p>Reporting into the finance leadership team, the Financial Accountant will support a wide range of responsibilities, including:</p><ul><li>Month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Financial reporting and statutory accounting</li><li>Compliance, controls and governance</li><li>Transactional accounting oversight</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Supporting audit processes</li><li>Identifying and driving process improvement opportunities</li><li>Assisting the business as it scales and finance processes evolve</li></ul><h3 id="about-you">About You</h3><p>The ideal candidate will be <strong>newly qualified</strong> and looking for an opportunity where they can make a genuine impact within a growing business.</p><p>You will likely have:</p><ul><li>A recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA</li><li>Strong financial accounting knowledge</li><li>Experience supporting month-end and year-end processes</li><li>An understanding of financial reporting, compliance and controls</li><li>A proactive, inquisitive mindset</li><li>The confidence to work in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment</li><li>A willingness to get involved, ask questions and continuously improve processes</li></ul><h3 id="why-join">Why Join?</h3><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountant who wants to step into a high-growth environment where no two days are the same. The business offers the chance to gain broad exposure, take ownership, and grow alongside the organisation as it continues to scale.</p><h3 id="package">Package</h3><ul><li><strong>£45,000 - £55,000</strong></li><li>Predominantly remote working</li><li>Travel to North Yorkshire site once every two weeks</li><li>Opportunity to join a business in an exciting growth phase</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci42NTE3My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager</strong><br /> <strong>Leeds City Centre | Hybrid Working</strong><br /> <strong>£65,000 - £70,000 + generous benefits package</strong></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be supporting a global business in the search for a Finance Manager to join its UK division based in Leeds city centre, with hybrid working available.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of both financial and management accounting activities for the UK business, while supervising a small team. The role offers strong visibility across the organisation, a broad remit, and genuine career progression opportunities within a larger international group.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise, coach and develop a small finance team</li><li>Oversee the delivery of accurate and timely financial accounting for the UK division</li><li>Lead the month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed accurately and on time</li><li>Manage statutory accounting and support audit requirements</li><li>Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with internal policies</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements</li><li>Oversee VAT returns and other regulatory reporting requirements</li><li>Support cash flow management and working capital reporting</li><li>Partner with wider business stakeholders to provide financial insight and support decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Accounting Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Month-end and year-end close</li><li>Preparation of statutory accounts</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Fixed asset accounting</li><li>Accruals and prepayments</li><li>Journals and ledger reviews</li><li>Audit support</li><li>VAT and tax compliance support</li><li>Maintenance of financial controls</li><li>Financial reporting in line with group requirements</li></ul><p><strong>Management Accounting Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Variance analysis</li><li>Profit and loss reporting</li><li>Cost analysis and margin reporting</li><li>Cash flow forecasting</li><li>KPI reporting</li><li>Business partnering with operational stakeholders</li><li>Performance analysis and commentary</li><li>Supporting strategic planning and decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant preferred (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li>Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role</li><li>Strong financial and management accounting experience</li><li>Experience supervising or mentoring staff</li><li>Strong systems skills and a proactive approach</li><li>Able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global business environment</li></ul><p><strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of <strong>£65,000 - £70,000</strong></li><li>Generous benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Leeds city centre location</li><li>Excellent career progression opportunities within a global organisation</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci4yODM4Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy and fast-paced finance team on a 6-month contract.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned AP professional who is comfortable working with high volumes of invoices, multiple locations and competing priorities. You will play an important role in ensuring invoices are processed accurately and efficiently, supporting the wider finance function in a multi-site organisation.</p><h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Processing a high volume of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Matching invoices to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Managing invoice queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders</li><li>Ensuring invoices are correctly coded and authorised</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and investigating outstanding items</li><li>Supporting payment runs and ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time</li><li>Maintaining accurate AP records and supporting month-end activities</li><li>Managing a busy workload across multiple sites and prioritising effectively</li><li>Working closely with colleagues across finance and the wider business</li></ul><h3>About you</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable professional who can <strong>hit the ground running</strong> in a busy environment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Proven experience in an Accounts Payable role</li><li>Experience processing <strong>large volumes of invoices</strong></li><li>Experience working within a fast-paced, multi-site organisation</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy</li><li>Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines</li><li>Confidence dealing with supplier and internal queries</li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Good Excel skills and experience using finance/accounting systems</li><li>The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider finance team</li></ul><h3>What's on offer</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>6-month contract</li><li>Hybrid working pattern, with <strong>4 days office-based and 1 day on-site</strong></li><li>Opportunity to join a busy and established finance function</li><li>A varied role within a multi-site organisation</li><li>Immediate opportunity to make an impact within the AP team</li></ul><p><strong>If you're an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk who enjoys working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.</strong></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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuMDMwMTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1> </h1><p>Financial Controller - Manchester</p><p>Location: Manchester<br /><br /></p><p>We are partnering with a successful international business to appoint a Financial Controller to join its Manchester-based finance team.</p><p>Reporting to the CFO, you will take ownership of group financial reporting, statutory accounts, consolidation, audit and tax compliance across a number of UK and international entities. You will also lead and develop the financial accounts team and support the wider business with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.</p><p>Key responsibilities:</p><ul><li><p>Prepare UK statutory and consolidated group accounts.</p></li><li><p>Manage UK and international audit processes and statutory deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Oversee corporation tax, VAT and other tax compliance.</p></li><li><p>Manage group consolidation, intercompany balances and FX accounting.</p></li><li><p>Support budgeting and forecasting with the CFO.</p></li><li><p>Develop and improve finance processes, systems and controls.</p></li><li><p>Lead, mentor and develop the financial accounts team.</p></li><li><p>Provide financial analysis and support ad hoc projects.</p></li></ul><p>About you:</p><ul><li><p>ACA or ACCA qualified.</p></li><li><p>Strong statutory accounts and financial control experience.</p></li><li><p>Experience with group consolidation and intercompany accounting.</p></li><li><p>Good understanding of taxation and regulatory requirements.</p></li><li><p>Experience working with UK and international auditors/advisers.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills, including PivotTables.</p></li><li><p>Commercial, detail-oriented and confident communicating with senior stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>A proactive approach to improving processes and ways of working.</p></li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking for a broad Financial Controller role with significant exposure to international finance, senior leadership and process improvement.</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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjIxNDE3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">We are recruiting for a Management Accountant to join a growing international business on a 12 month fixed-term contract.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a hands-on accounting role with a strong focus on process improvement, standardisation and automation. The business is investing in new operating models, AI and technology, and is looking for someone who can help make finance processes more efficient and scalable.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You'll be responsible for a portfolio of UK and international entities, supporting month-end and group accounting while identifying and implementing improvements.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Salary: £50k-£65k. </p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Management and subsidiary accounting across multiple entities.</li><li>Month-end journals, P&L analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Bank reconciliations and financial reporting.</li><li>Working with AP/AR teams and local accountants.</li><li>Supporting VAT, statutory and tax requests.</li><li>Assisting with financial statements and FX hedging.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to standardise and automate finance processes.</li><li>Supporting the use of AI, Power BI and other technology to improve reporting and workflows.</li><li>Providing support to the Finance Manager and wider finance leadership team.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We're looking for a qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with solid management accounting and multi-entity experience.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You'll ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong month-end accounting experience.</li><li>Experience with P&L, balance sheets, reconciliations and journals.</li><li>A proactive, improvement-focused mindset.</li><li>The confidence to challenge inefficient processes and suggest better ways of working.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a high standard of delivery.</li><li>An interest in AI, automation and technology.</li><li>Power BI or strong excel experience would be advantageous.</li></ul><p>This role would suit an experienced Management Accountant or someone around 2 years post-qualified who wants to combine core accounting with finance transformation and process improvement.</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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuODI0NzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Purchase Ledger Clerk - North Leeds | £30,000 - £32,000 | Full-Time or Part-Time (Flexible)</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a growing business based in North Leeds. This is a great opportunity to join a welcoming and collaborative finance team, supporting a variety of high-profile projects across the UK.</p><p>This role is ideal for someone with some finance or admin experience who enjoys working in a structured environment and is looking for a long-term, steady position. Flexible hours are available, making it a great fit for those seeking either full-time or part-time work.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Create purchase orders at the direction of Project Managers</li><li>Process invoices and credit notes accurately and efficiently</li><li>Manage supplier accounts and complete onboarding documentation</li><li>Liaise with suppliers regarding payment queries</li><li>Maintain contract documentation and variation logs</li><li>Support procurement and assist with spend analysis</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>Some experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance/admin role</li><li>Good Excel skills and attention to detail</li><li>Friendly and professional communication skills</li><li>A methodical, accurate approach to work</li><li>Familiarity with Sage is a bonus, but not essential</li></ul><p><strong>Location:</strong> North Leeds<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £30,000 - £32,000 (pro-rated for part-time)<br /> <strong>Type:</strong> Permanent | Full-Time or Part-Time (Flexible)</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjgwNzM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Group Financial Controller | Hybrid (2 days office / 3 days home) | £90k-£100k | Permanent | Lancashire | Must be able to start immediately / short notice </p><p>A growing, PE-backed UK business is looking to appoint a Group Financial Controller as part of its continued growth and development.</p><p>This is a senior, hands-on finance role with responsibility for Group financial control, reporting and governance across a multi-entity organisation. You'll work closely with the CFO and senior leadership team, while also taking ownership of the detail across Group reporting, consolidation, statutory accounts and technical accounting.</p><h3>The role</h3><p>You will take ownership of the Group's financial control environment, ensuring accurate and timely reporting and strong financial governance across the business.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and Group reporting process</p></li><li><p>Ownership of Group statutory accounts and year-end reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing the annual audit process and relationships with external auditors</p></li><li><p>Maintaining strong balance sheet integrity and financial controls</p></li><li><p>Overseeing intercompany accounting and reconciliations across multiple entities</p></li><li><p>Preparing and managing cashflow forecasts and supporting treasury activity</p></li><li><p>Providing technical accounting guidance and resolving complex accounting issues</p></li><li><p>Supporting tax compliance and working with external advisers</p></li><li><p>Preparing reporting for senior leadership, investors and other key stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Supporting financial reporting requirements associated with the Group's funding arrangements</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and systems</p></li><li><p>Supporting acquisitions, integration and other finance projects as the business continues to grow</p></li></ul><h3>About you</h3><p>We're looking for a qualified accountant with strong Group financial control experience and a hands-on approach.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</p></li><li><p>Significant experience across Group financial control and reporting</p></li><li><p>Strong experience across consolidation, statutory accounts and Group reporting</p></li><li><p>Good technical accounting knowledge, ideally across UK GAAP and IFRS</p></li><li><p>Experience managing external audits</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of balance sheet controls, intercompany and financial governance</p></li><li><p>Experience across cashflow forecasting and treasury</p></li><li><p>Ideally, experience within a PE-backed, acquisitive or fast-growing environment</p></li><li><p>Confidence working with CFOs, auditors, investors and senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>A practical approach and willingness to get into the detail rather than simply oversee from a distance</p></li></ul><h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li><p>£90,000-£120,000 salary</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working</p></li><li><p>Senior position within a growing and evolving Group</p></li><li><p>Direct exposure to the CFO and senior leadership team</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to play a key role in strengthening and developing the Group finance function</p></li><li><p>Broad remit covering technical finance, reporting, controls and strategic projects</p></li></ul><p><strong>Location:</strong> Lancashire<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £90,000-£120,000<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Hybrid</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi42MDczNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><p>We're partnering a fast-growing, Lancashire-based, private equity-backed technology business is looking to appoint an experienced Group Financial Controller to join its senior finance team.</p><p>The business operates internationally across the UK and Europe and is going through an exciting period of growth, driven by organic expansion, technology investment and acquisition. </p><p>This is a senior, hands-on Group FC role, reporting directly to the Group CFO and offering genuine scope to influence how the finance function develops as the business continues to scale.</p><h2>The role</h2><p>You will take ownership of the Group's financial reporting, consolidation, controls and accounting operations across 12 legal entities in the UK and Europe.</p><p>Alongside ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Group's financial reporting, you will work closely with the CFO, senior leadership team, private equity investors, auditors, tax advisers and banking partners.</p><p>The role will suit someone who enjoys operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and who can bring structure, rigour and commercial thinking without creating unnecessary bureaucracy.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and financial reporting process across 12 entities</p></li><li><p>Preparing consolidated financial statements in accordance with FRS 102</p></li><li><p>Overseeing the year-end statutory accounts process and managing external audit relationships</p></li><li><p>Ensuring balance sheet integrity, including key reconciliations and intercompany accounting</p></li><li><p>Leading the month-end close process and ensuring appropriate Group adjustments and eliminations</p></li><li><p>Managing Group tax compliance, working with external advisers and local finance teams across multiple jurisdictions</p></li><li><p>Preparing quarterly covenant and investor reporting</p></li><li><p>Managing Group cash flow and treasury, including the weekly 13-week cash flow forecast</p></li><li><p>Supporting banking requirements and facility utilisation</p></li><li><p>Providing technical accounting advice across the Group, including accounting for hedging and financial derivatives</p></li><li><p>Supporting acquisitions, due diligence and post-acquisition integration</p></li><li><p>Working with the CFO and PE investors on Group reporting and wider finance matters</p></li><li><p>Strengthening financial controls, governance and processes as the business scales</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve automation, systems and reporting</p></li><li><p>Working with finance teams across the Group to improve consistency and financial discipline</p></li><li><p>Supporting wider finance projects and system implementations</p></li></ul><h2>What we're looking for</h2><p>We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with a practice background and strong technical accounting and Group reporting experience. </p><p>You will have:</p><ul><li><p>Post-qualified experience within a PE backed Group finance environment</p></li><li><p>Strong consolidation and statutory reporting experience</p></li><li><p>Experience working across multiple entities and/or international operations</p></li><li><p>A strong technical accounting grounding</p></li><li><p>Experience dealing with auditors, advisers, banks and senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Exposure to private equity, high-growth or acquisitive businesses would be highly advantageous</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels</p></li></ul><p>Most importantly, you will be hands-on, pragmatic and commercially minded. This is not a role for someone who wants to operate purely at a reporting distance - you'll be close to the detail, but also expected to understand the wider business and contribute to its growth.</p><h2>Why join?</h2><p>This is an opportunity to join a growing international technology business at an important stage of its journey.</p><p>You will work closely with an experienced CFO and private equity stakeholders, with the opportunity to help shape the Group's financial infrastructure as it continues to grow through international expansion and acquisition.</p><p>For someone looking for a genuine Group FC position with breadth, visibility and the opportunity to make an impact, this is an excellent time to join.</p><p>Hybrid working is offered.</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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjkxMjA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for an Interim Finance Manager to join a PE-backed business in Leeds that has just made it's first major acquisition.</p><p>This acquisition which is due to complete imminently in Leeds, will create an immediate requirement for a hands-on finance professional who can establish robust financial processes, integrate systems and provide high-quality financial reporting from day one.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the CFO, you will take ownership of the finance function and be responsible for implementing new financial controls and set of management accounts.</p><p>Other duties will include: </p><ul><li>Implementing Xero and ensuring finance systems are fit for purpose</li><li>Producing monthly management accounts from scratch</li><li>Establishing financial controls and governance processes</li><li>Improving the quality and timeliness of management information</li><li>Providing accurate financial insight to support decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Immediately available and able to start at short notice</li><li>Experienced Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Interim Finance Lead</li><li>Strong knowledge of Xero implementation and process improvement beneficial</li><li>Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills</li><li>Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£350-£4000 per day (Outside IR35)</li><li>Immediate start available</li><li>Initial interim assignment with potential for longer-term opportunities</li><li>Exposure to a high-growth, PE-backed buy-and-build environment</li><li>Leeds-based role with flexibility around working arrangements</li></ul><br><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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjgwMTY3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>We are currently recruiting for an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join a well established and growing business operating within the manufacturing and construction sector.</p><p>This is a key interim appointment, initially for a period of 4-5 months, offering the opportunity to play a hands on role within the finance function and work closely with senior management and operational teams.</p><p>The successful candidate will be required to work on-site initially to gain a strong understanding of the business, its operations and the wider team. Following this initial period, there will be the opportunity to move to a hybrid working arrangement.</p><p>Lancashire based. Day rate. </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Interim Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day finance function and providing accurate, timely financial information to support business decision-making.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management</li><li>Financial analysis and variance reporting</li><li>Maintaining and improving financial controls and processes</li><li>Supporting month-end and year-end processes</li><li>Business partnering with senior management and operational teams</li><li>Providing commercial insight to support business performance</li><li>Supporting and overseeing the wider finance team</li><li>Liaising with external accountants, auditors and other key stakeholders</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and efficiencies</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded finance professional who can quickly understand a business and make an immediate impact.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar senior finance role</li><li>Experience within a manufacturing, construction, engineering or operationally focused environment</li><li>Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting experience</li><li>Excellent financial analysis and reporting skills</li><li>A hands-on and proactive approach</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>The ability to work independently and hit the ground running</li><li>Previous interim experience would be advantageous</li></ul><p>This role would suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys working closely with operational teams and making a tangible impact within a fast-paced, product-led environment.</p><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>4-5 month interim assignment</li><li>Full-time opportunity</li><li>Based in Lancashire</li><li>On-site initially, with hybrid working available following the initial onboarding period</li><li>Opportunity to make a genuine impact within an established and successful business</li><li>Competitive day rate/salary, depending on experience</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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuMDUwNjMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><p>We're working with an established and growing business in Bury to recruit a Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified Management Accountant.</p><p>This is a hands-on role with responsibility for the month-end and management accounting across multiple trading entities. It would suit an ambitious accountant who is looking to broaden their technical and commercial experience within a supportive finance environment.</p><p>You'll take ownership of the month-end process, producing accurate management information, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and working closely with colleagues across the wider business. There is also an opportunity to contribute to process improvements and develop your understanding of financial controls and wider group reporting.</p><p>You'll be responsible for:</p><ul><li><p>Owning the month-end close across multiple entities, ensuring deadlines and reporting requirements are met</p></li><li><p>Preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow information</p></li><li><p>Posting accruals, prepayments, depreciation and other month-end journals</p></li><li><p>Completing bank, balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations</p></li><li><p>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning</p></li><li><p>Maintaining appropriate financial controls and supporting internal control processes</p></li><li><p>Assisting with internal and external audit requirements</p></li><li><p>Supporting VAT and year-end reporting activities</p></li><li><p>Providing clear financial commentary and explaining results to non-finance colleagues</p></li><li><p>Working with operational and commercial stakeholders across the business</p></li><li><p>Identifying opportunities to improve and automate reporting and finance processes</p></li><li><p>Managing your own workload across multiple entities and competing deadlines</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>You'll ideally be:</p><ul><li><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or studying towards</p></li><li><p>Part-qualified and close to qualification will also be considered where you have strong relevant experience</p></li><li><p>Experienced in hands-on month-end and management accounting</p></li><li><p>Comfortable working to tight deadlines and managing multiple priorities</p></li><li><p>Highly competent in Excel</p></li><li><p>Accurate and detail-focused, with strong financial reporting skills</p></li><li><p>A confident communicator who can work effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently</p></li><li><p>Commercially aware, with an appetite to develop beyond the core accounting function</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>It would be advantageous if you have: </p><ul><li>Experience working across multiple entities </li><li><p>Exposure to budgeting and forecasting</p></li><li><p>Experience with financial controls or compliance frameworks</p></li><li><p>Experience supporting audit and VAT processes</p></li><li><p>An interest in improving or automating finance reporting</p></li><li><p>Experience within a larger or group finance environment</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>This is a great opportunity for an ambitious accountant who wants to build on their technical foundation while developing stronger commercial and stakeholder-facing experience.</p><p>You'll have genuine ownership of your area, exposure to multiple entities and the opportunity to make improvements rather than simply maintaining the status quo.</p><p>If you're looking for a role where you can continue to develop technically, gain broader commercial exposure and take real ownership of the numbers, we'd be interested in hearing from you.</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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjA4MDAwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><strong>Finance Team Manager</strong><br><br><p><strong>Leeds, £40,000 plus Benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation in Leeds to recruit a Finance Team Manager.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with strong leadership skills and a background in finance operations, reconciliations, and payments. Leading a team responsible for bank reconciliations and money transfers, you will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and continuous process improvement.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>As Finance Team Manager, you will oversee the day to day activities of the Bank Reconciliation and Money Transfer team, providing leadership, support, and direction to ensure high levels of performance and service delivery.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead, coach, and develop a finance operations team</li><li>Oversee bank reconciliation and money transfer activities</li><li>Ensure transactions are processed accurately and efficiently</li><li>Manage team performance, workloads, and service standards</li><li>Resolve complex financial and operational issues</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls and regulatory compliance</li><li>Liaise with banking providers and internal stakeholders</li><li>Support audits, system testing, and finance-related projects</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives and process efficiencies</li><li>Provide support and cover for senior management when required</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li>Experience within finance operations, transnational finance, or a regulated financial environment</li><li>Previous supervisory or people management experience</li><li>Strong knowledge of bank reconciliations, payments, and financial controls</li><li>A track record of improving processes and driving efficiencies</li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills</li><li>The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative approach</li><li>Experience using finance systems and Microsoft Office applications</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>£40,000 basic salary and benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements</li><li>Opportunity to lead a high performing team</li><li>Exposure to a variety of projects and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Career development opportunities within a growing organisation</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional looking to combine people leadership with operational excellence in a business that values continuous improvement and employee development.</p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjM3NTUzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Management Accountant<br />Location: Harrogate<br />Salary: £50,000 - £55,000<br />Working Pattern: Hybrid working available (3 days in the office, 2 from home)</p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a highly successful and growing business in Harrogate to recruit a qualified Management Accountant.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with an impressive track record of success and exciting growth plans through to 2027. The company is looking for an ambitious and commercially minded finance professional who can play a key role in supporting financial reporting, improving processes, and providing valuable insight to aid decision-making across the business.</p><p>The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA) with strong management accounting experience and the confidence to work closely with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.</p><h3 id="key-responsibilities">Key responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Preparing accurate and timely monthly management accounts</li><li>Leading the month-end close process</li><li>Posting and reviewing journals, accruals and prepayments</li><li>Completing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls</li><li>Producing detailed variance analysis with meaningful commentary</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning</li><li>Preparing and analysing KPI reports to support business performance</li><li>Business partnering with budget holders and operational stakeholders</li><li>Assisting with year-end accounts and audit preparation</li><li>Supporting continuous improvement across finance processes and reporting</li><li>Providing financial insight and recommendations to support strategic decision-making</li><li>Mentoring junior members of the finance team where required</li></ul><h3 id="about-you">About you:</h3><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA)</li><li>Proven experience in a Management Accountant role or similar</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and management reporting experience</li><li>Commercially aware, proactive and confident working with stakeholders across the business</li><li>Strong Excel skills and experience working with finance systems</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills</li></ul><h3 id="whats-on-offer">What's on offer:</h3><ul><li>Salary of £50,000 - £55,000</li><li>Hybrid working model: 3 days in the office, 2 from home</li><li>Opportunity to join a successful, growing business with strong future plans through to 2027</li><li>Supportive and collaborative working environment</li><li>Genuine opportunity to add value and progress your career</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci4zMDExMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Recruitment Consultant</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are hiring a Recruitment Consultant to join our Leeds City Centre team.</p><p>Are you ambitious, competitive, and looking to build a successful career in sales?</p><p>This is an opportunity to join one of the world's leading recruitment businesses, where you'll receive industry-leading training, clear career progression, and the opportunity to earn uncapped commission while working with some of the region's most recognised businesses.</p><p>Whether you're currently working in sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or are a recent graduate looking to start your career, we'll provide the tools, training, and support to help you succeed.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>As a Recruitment Consultant, you'll operate as a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates, building long-term relationships and delivering talent solutions to businesses across the region.</p><p>Combining sales, business development, and consultative recruitment, you'll manage the full recruitment lifecycle while developing your own market, client base, and personal brand.</p><p>You'll join our Finance & Accounting team, partnering with businesses to help them secure top talent while supporting finance professionals in taking the next step in their careers.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>As a Recruitment Consultant, you will:</p><ul><li>Develop new business opportunities and build relationships with prospective clients</li><li>Manage and grow a portfolio of client accounts</li><li>Identify, attract, and engage high-calibre finance professionals</li><li>Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline of candidates</li><li>Conduct candidate interviews and assess suitability for opportunities</li><li>Manage recruitment processes from initial brief through to successful placement</li><li>Negotiate offers and help clients secure the best talent in the market</li><li>Become a market expert, sharing insights on hiring trends, salaries, and candidate availability</li><li>Consistently work towards and exceed individual and team targets</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for individuals who are:</p><ul><li>Highly motivated and ambitious, with a strong desire to build a successful career</li><li>Resilient, competitive, and comfortable working towards targets</li><li>Commercially aware and interested in business and sales</li><li>Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and development</li><li>Strong communicators who can build relationships quickly</li><li>Confident engaging with a range of stakeholders and decision-makers</li><li>Results-driven with a genuine desire to win and succeed</li><li>Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Team players who enjoy collaborating with colleagues</li></ul><p>Previous experience in sales, customer service, hospitality, retail, business development, or another target-driven environment is advantageous but not essential.</p><p><strong>Why Join Robert Half?</strong></p><ul><li>Industry-leading training and development from day one</li><li>Clear, merit-based career progression</li><li>Structured development programmes and ongoing mentorship</li><li>High-performance, supportive team culture</li><li>Opportunity to work with some of the UK's leading businesses</li><li>Access to industry-leading technology and tools</li><li>National and international career opportunities across a global organisation</li><li>Individual and team recognition programmes that celebrate success</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£30,000 - £35,000 basic salary</li><li>Typical first-year earnings of £40,000+</li><li>Typical second-year earnings of £55,000+</li><li>Uncapped quarterly bonus scheme with transparent targets</li><li>Industry-leading training programmes and career development</li><li>Ongoing investment in technology to help you succeed</li><li>Individual and team incentives and rewards</li><li>Company-wide recognition programmes</li><li>Career mobility opportunities across the UK and internationally</li><li>Wellbeing initiatives and employee support programmes</li></ul><p><strong>Location</strong></p><p>Leeds City Centre</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjA0OTg1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller</strong><br /><strong>Location:</strong> Near Garforth<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £80,000 - £90,000<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Predominantly site-based</p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be supporting a busy and growing SME based outside of Garforth in the search for a Financial Controller.</p><p>This is a key appointment for the business as they look to bring in a commercially minded and technically strong finance leader who can add real value beyond the numbers. Working closely with the executive team, the Financial Controller will provide financial insight to support strategic decision-making across the business, while also taking ownership of the full finance function in a hands-on SME environment.</p><p>The role will suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys operating at both a strategic and operational level, is comfortable in a fast-paced business, and has previous experience within an SME and ideally an owner-managed business.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Leading and managing the day-to-day finance function</li><li>Managing and developing a small finance team</li><li>Producing timely and accurate monthly management accounts</li><li>Delivering robust financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Providing commercial and financial insight to the executive team</li><li>Supporting business decision-making with clear analysis and recommendations</li><li>Overseeing cashflow management and working capital</li><li>Managing statutory accounts, audit and tax processes</li><li>Ensuring strong financial controls, governance and process improvement</li><li>Taking a hands-on approach across all areas of finance, as expected in an SME environment</li></ul><p>The ideal candidate will have:</p><ul><li>Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership role</li><li>Strong technical accounting background</li><li>Demonstrable ability to partner with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making</li><li>Previous experience working within an SME environment</li><li>Ideally experience within an owner-managed business</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to operate both strategically and in the detail</li><li>Experience managing or mentoring a small team</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and commercially focused finance leader to join a successful business in a highly visible role, with genuine scope to influence performance and support future growth.</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci4zNTk2OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a distribution business in the North West of England to recruit for an Accounts Payable Assistant (Supplier Queries).</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Our client, a well-established distribution business, is looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their busy finance team, with a focus on resolving supplier queries. This is a high-volume, fast-paced environment where you'll act as the key point of contact for investigating and resolving invoice issues, working closely with both suppliers and internal departments to keep accounts moving smoothly.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Investigate and resolve invoice queries, including price and quantity discrepancies</li><li>Reconcile supplier accounts and process credit notes</li><li>Liaise directly with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues promptly</li><li>Manage a high volume of queries while maintaining accuracy and meeting targets</li><li>Build strong working relationships across multiple departments</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in a fast-paced Accounts Payable or query resolution role</li><li>Comfortable working with large volumes of transactions (any industry background considered)</li><li>Confident using Microsoft-based finance/ERP systems</li><li>Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and account reconciliation</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently</li><li>Strong communication skills and high attention to detail</li><li>A collaborative, team-focused approach</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Salary: £26,000 - £27,000</li><li>25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more</li><li>Pension scheme with matched employer contributions</li><li>Life assurance cover</li><li>Health cash plan covering everyday medical costs, plus digital GP access</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>High street discount scheme (retail, travel, tech, dining)</li><li>Early access to earned pay ahead of payday</li><li>Optional dental and critical illness cover</li></ul><p><strong>Working Pattern</strong></p><p>Full-time in the office during the initial probationary period, moving to hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home on fixed, agreed days) once probation is successfully completed.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMzczOTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Recruitment Consultant</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are hiring a Recruitment Consultant to join our Manchester City Centre team.</p><p>Are you ambitious, competitive, and looking to build a successful career in sales?</p><p>This is an opportunity to join one of the world's leading recruitment businesses, where you'll receive industry-leading training, clear career progression, and the opportunity to earn uncapped commission while working with some of the region's most recognised businesses.</p><p>Whether you're currently working in sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or are a recent graduate looking to start your career, we'll provide the tools, training, and support to help you succeed.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>As a Recruitment Consultant, you'll operate as a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates, building long-term relationships and delivering talent solutions to businesses across the region.</p><p>Combining sales, business development, and consultative recruitment, you'll manage the full recruitment lifecycle while developing your own market, client base, and personal brand.</p><p>You'll join our Finance & Accounting team, partnering with businesses to help them secure top talent while supporting finance professionals in taking the next step in their careers.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>As a Recruitment Consultant, you will:</p><ul><li>Develop new business opportunities and build relationships with prospective clients</li><li>Manage and grow a portfolio of client accounts</li><li>Identify, attract, and engage high-calibre finance professionals</li><li>Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline of candidates</li><li>Conduct candidate interviews and assess suitability for opportunities</li><li>Manage recruitment processes from initial brief through to successful placement</li><li>Negotiate offers and help clients secure the best talent in the market</li><li>Become a market expert, sharing insights on hiring trends, salaries, and candidate availability</li><li>Consistently work towards and exceed individual and team targets</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for individuals who are:</p><ul><li>Highly motivated and ambitious, with a strong desire to build a successful career</li><li>Resilient, competitive, and comfortable working towards targets</li><li>Commercially aware and interested in business and sales</li><li>Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and development</li><li>Strong communicators who can build relationships quickly</li><li>Confident engaging with a range of stakeholders and decision-makers</li><li>Results-driven with a genuine desire to win and succeed</li><li>Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Team players who enjoy collaborating with colleagues</li></ul><p>Previous experience in sales, customer service, hospitality, retail, business development, or another target-driven environment is advantageous but not essential.</p><p><strong>Why Join Robert Half?</strong></p><ul><li>Industry-leading training and development from day one</li><li>Clear, merit-based career progression</li><li>Structured development programmes and ongoing mentorship</li><li>High-performance, supportive team culture</li><li>Opportunity to work with some of the UK's leading businesses</li><li>Access to industry-leading technology and tools</li><li>National and international career opportunities across a global organisation</li><li>Individual and team recognition programmes that celebrate success</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£30,000 - £35,000 basic salary</li><li>Typical first-year earnings of £40,000+</li><li>Typical second-year earnings of £55,000+</li><li>Uncapped quarterly bonus scheme with transparent targets</li><li>Industry-leading training programmes and career development</li><li>Ongoing investment in technology to help you succeed</li><li>Individual and team incentives and rewards</li><li>Company-wide recognition programmes</li><li>Career mobility opportunities across the UK and internationally</li><li>Wellbeing initiatives and employee support programmes</li></ul><p><strong>Location</strong></p><p>Manchester City Centre</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjYwMzg1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Finance Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> East Lancashire (Hybrid - 3 days office based)</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed business to recruit a Senior Finance Manager based in East Lancashire. </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a commercially driven organisation that is investing heavily in its finance function as part of its next phase of growth. Working closely with the Group Finance Director and CFO, you will take ownership of the finance function for a significant trading division, playing a key role in strengthening financial reporting, improving controls and supporting operational decision-making.</p><p>This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to step into a broad leadership role with genuine progression towards Financial Controller.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will have responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, ensuring robust financial reporting while partnering with operational stakeholders across the business.</p><p>Working in a fast-paced, sales-led environment, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate financial information, driving process improvements and supporting the wider leadership team with commercial insight.</p><p>You'll also work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple UK locations as part of a well-supported Group Finance function.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own the end-to-end monthly management accounts process.</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, management information and detailed financial commentary.</li><li>Produce flash reporting and month-end reporting packs.</li><li>Complete journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Review and authorise supplier payments.</li><li>Oversee payroll processes.</li><li>Manage and support the local finance team while overseeing day-to-day financial operations.</li><li>Act as the primary finance contact for operational stakeholders.</li><li>Deliver meaningful financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting.</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.</li><li>Develop and enhance financial reporting to meet evolving stakeholder requirements.</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to financial controls, reporting and processes.</li><li>Build strong relationships with finance teams across multiple UK locations.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p><p>You'll be confident communicating with senior stakeholders, capable of influencing strong personalities and comfortable balancing operational support with robust financial control.</p><p><strong>You'll ideally have:</strong></p><ul><li>QBE or Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA</li><li>Strong experience producing end-to-end management accounts.</li><li>Excellent month-end reporting experience.</li><li>Experience preparing journals and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting experience.</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li><li>Experience using Sage Intacct or a comparable ERP system.</li><li>Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A proactive, positive and hands-on approach.</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid working (3 days per week on site).</li><li>25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li><li>Exposure to an experienced executive leadership team.</li><li>Genuine opportunity to influence finance transformation.</li><li>Clear progression towards Financial Controller.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative Group Finance environment.</li></ul><p>This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join a growing organisation where they can make a genuine impact while developing their career within a business undergoing significant investment and transformation.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p> </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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjgxNjIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Finance Manager</strong><br /><strong>Predominantly Remote | Full-Time | Approx. 6-Month Contract</strong></p><p><strong>Robert Half is recruiting on behalf of our client</strong> for an experienced <strong>Interim Finance Manager</strong> to join a small but highly capable finance team on an initial <strong>6-month contract</strong>.</p><p>This is a key role with responsibility for <strong>monthly financial reporting</strong> and the <strong>day-to-day management of finance activity</strong> for the business unit. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Director and collaborate across Operations, Support, Sales, and wider group finance teams in a fast-paced, growing environment. </p><h3 id="key-responsibilities">Key responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Support the Finance Director with financial reporting</li><li>Own monthly financial reporting</li><li>Manage VAT and other tax compliance for UK and Irish entities</li><li>Act as main contact for the external audit</li><li>Coordinate information for annual R&D claims</li><li>Oversee and sign off monthly payroll</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements</li></ul><h3 id="about-you">About you:</h3><ul><li>Qualified accountant or qualified by experience</li><li>Strong financial reporting and technical accounting awareness</li><li>Able to work both hands-on and strategically</li><li>Proactive and collaborative in approach</li><li>Strong IT skills, including process automation</li><li>Experience in a PE Backed business a huge advantage </li><li>Experience in a tech business would be ideal</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for an <strong>interim assignment with predominantly remote working</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi4wNDYwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager | Leeds | £65,000-£70,000 | Hybrid Working</strong></p><p>A Leeds-based client is looking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager to support the business through its next exciting phase of planned growth.</p><p>This is a broad and high-impact role with a strong focus on financial reporting, budgeting, consolidations and working with data to support decision-making across the business. Alongside the technical aspects of the position, the successful candidate will be a strong people manager who can motivate, develop and lead a team effectively.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Leading financial reporting activities</li><li>Managing the budgeting and forecasting process</li><li>Overseeing consolidations</li><li>Analysing and interpreting data to support business performance</li><li>Managing, mentoring and motivating the finance team</li><li>Supporting the business through its next phase of growth</li></ul><p>The ideal candidate will be:</p><ul><li>An experienced Finance Manager with strong technical accounting and reporting skills</li><li>Comfortable working with data and turning insight into action</li><li>A proven people leader with the ability to develop high-performing teams</li><li>Confident operating in a growing and evolving business environment</li></ul><p>In return, the role offers:</p><ul><li>Salary of £65,000-£70,000</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Excellent career progression opportunities</li><li>The chance to join a business at an exciting stage of growth</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci43NTcyNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Assistant Management Accountant<br />Location: Harrogate<br />Salary: £35,000 - £45,000<br />Working Pattern: Hybrid working available (3 days in the office, 2 from home)</p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be supporting a highly successful and growing business in Harrogate in the search for an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join their finance team.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a driven finance professional looking to take the next step in their career within a business that is continuing to grow and invest in its people through to 2027. The successful candidate will ideally have already started studying towards CIMA or ACCA, with ongoing study support provided by the business.</p><p>Working closely with the wider finance team, this role will offer broad exposure to management accounting responsibilities, alongside the opportunity to develop professionally in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.</p><h3 id="key-responsibilities">Key responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Supporting the month-end close process</li><li>Producing accruals, prepayments and journal postings</li><li>Performing balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assisting with budgeting and forecasting activities</li><li>Supporting variance analysis and providing commentary on financial performance</li><li>Helping to prepare monthly reporting packs for senior stakeholders</li><li>Maintaining the fixed asset register</li><li>Assisting with cash flow reporting and monitoring</li><li>Supporting year-end processes and audit preparation</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls</li><li>Business partnering with operational teams where required</li></ul><h3 id="about-you">About you:</h3><ul><li>Experience in a similar Assistant Management Accountant or progressive finance role</li><li>Ideally studying towards CIMA or ACCA</li><li>Ambitious, proactive and keen to develop a long-term career in finance</li><li>Strong Excel skills and good attention to detail</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across the business</li></ul><h3 id="whats-on-offer">What's on offer:</h3><ul><li>Salary of £35,000 - £45,000</li><li>Hybrid working model: 3 days in the office, 2 from home</li><li>Study support for CIMA or ACCA</li><li>The chance to join a successful, growing business with exciting plans through to 2027</li><li>A supportive environment with genuine career development opportunities</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci43NTU5Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a large, complex retail business to recruit for a Finance Manager - Procure to Pay.</p><p><strong>**Must be available to start in December**</strong></p><p>About the Role</p><p>This is an opportunity for an experienced Finance professional to play a key role in a major ERP transformation.</p><p>You will provide Finance expertise across the Procure to Pay process, helping to shape future processes covering Accounts Payable, invoice processing, payments, accruals and financial controls. The role combines hands-on Finance knowledge with previous ERP implementation experience and strong OpenText VIM expertise.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Provide Finance SME input across the end-to-end Procure to Pay process.</li><li>Shape processes covering AP, purchase orders, goods receipt, invoice processing, approvals, payments and month-end close.</li><li>Lead business requirements and process design for OpenText VIM, including PO/non-PO invoices, approvals, exceptions and automated invoice processing.</li><li>Ensure strong financial controls around invoice processing, approvals, matching, GR/IR and payments.</li><li>Work with Procurement, Logistics, Technology and Finance teams to ensure effective end-to-end process integration.</li><li>Support data migration, testing, UAT, cutover and go-live activity.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processing efficiency, automation, controls and data quality.</li><li>Act as a key Finance point of contact throughout the ERP transformation.</li></ul><p>About You</p><ul><li>Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Strong hands-on Finance experience across Procure to Pay / Accounts Payable.</li><li>Previous experience supporting or delivering an ERP implementation.</li><li>Experience with an ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, Dynamics or similar.</li><li>Strong understanding of Finance controls, audit requirements, invoice processing and month-end.</li><li>Confident working with Finance, Procurement, Technology and wider business stakeholders.</li></ul><p>Desirable</p><ul><li>SAP ECC or S/4HANA experience.</li><li>Retail or other high-volume environment experience.</li><li>Experience with data migration, UAT, cutover and go-live.</li><li>Knowledge of e-invoicing, tax or supplier compliance.</li></ul><p>What's on Offer</p><ul><li>£85,000-£90,000 + benefits.</li><li>Manchester-based role with hybrid working, 3 days per week in the office.</li><li>Key Finance role within a major ERP transformation programme.</li><li>Opportunity to shape future Procure to Pay processes and ways of working.</li><li>Exposure to Finance, Procurement, Technology and wider business stakeholders.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNzY3OTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">