<p><strong>FINANCE LEAD - PERMANENT - UP TO £55k - REMOTE </strong></p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working exclusively with a long-standing client who are looking for a permanent, full-time Finance Lead up to £55k with remote working! The Finance Lead will lead sustainable financial growth by taking ownership of the financial strategy, controls and management information for the Account and provide insight and influence to impact performance and maintain competitive advantage.</p><p><strong>Things to know: </strong></p><ul><li>Remote - apart from budgeting period where you will be onsite 2-3 times a month.</li><li>Up to £55k</li><li>Start date is ASAP so only candidates with short notice periods (1 month or less) will be considered.</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Financial Control</strong> - Ensure company policies and procedures are adhered to consistently throughout the Business Unit. Continually review, maintain and improve cash-flow, margins and reporting. Develop targets and bench-marking processes to challenge the financial information</li><li><strong>Reporting</strong> - Prepare accurate Business Unit reports in line with monthly company timetable including full Profit & Loss account with analysis and commentary, Balance Sheet extracts and reconciliations, and detailed Project Profitability reporting. Profit & Loss forecasts & annual plans. Ad-hoc reporting as requested by Business Unit or Divisional Management.</li><li><strong>Manage and Develop Team</strong> - Recruit, Induct, manage, target, motive and develop. Carry out structured appraisals and ensure personal development plans are in place and include succession plans.</li><li>Business Relationships - Monthly formal Contract and Business unit reviews. Ensure use of best practice, communication and understanding of key business messages through monthly site visits with focus on under-performing contracts.</li><li><strong>Added Value</strong> - Provide financial and contract support leadership and direction in the Business Unit. This will involve personal attitude, use of skills and dissemination of knowledge. Use specialist knowledge and experience to provide insight and influence to impact performance standards. Implement improvements, drive change, raise standards through the direct and indirect management of staff. Act as a specialist partner to the Business Unit Director to both advise and challenge senior management on performance.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Part-qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA).</li><li>3 - 5 years experience working in a similar fast-paced role.</li><li>Strong management accounts experience</li><li>Requires an individual with strong customer focus.</li><li>Competent working knowledge of Microsoft packages.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuOTQ4NTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3 data-end="123" data-start="89"><strong data-end="121" data-start="93">Role & Business Overview</strong></h3><p data-start="124" data-end="602">A leading consultancy firm is seeking an <strong data-end="221" data-start="175">ACA or ACCA-qualified Financial Controller</strong> with a practice background to join their London office. The firm operates across multiple regions, and the finance function is central to ensuring financial integrity, accurate reporting, and supporting strategic business decisions. You will lead a small finance team and play a pivotal role in the smooth running of the finance function.</p><h3 data-end="640" data-start="609"><strong data-start="613" data-end="638">Financial Controller Role Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-end="1252" data-start="641"><li data-start="641" data-end="708"><p data-start="643" data-end="708">Lead, mentor, and develop a team of four finance professionals.</p></li><li data-end="827" data-start="709"><p data-start="711" data-end="827">Oversee day-to-day operations across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Balance Sheet management.</p></li><li data-end="929" data-start="828"><p data-start="830" data-end="929">Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.</p></li><li data-end="1041" data-start="930"><p data-end="1041" data-start="932">Prepare and analyse revenue reporting and forecasts, providing actionable insights for senior stakeholders.</p></li><li data-start="1042" data-end="1153"><p data-start="1044" data-end="1153">Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls, supporting audits and tax requirements.</p></li><li data-end="1252" data-start="1154"><p data-start="1156" data-end="1252">Identify and implement process improvements, leveraging systems and automation where possible.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1285" data-start="1259"><strong data-end="1283" data-start="1263">Financial Controller Key Requirements</strong></h3><ul data-start="1286" data-end="1665"><li data-end="1347" data-start="1286"><p data-end="1347" data-start="1288">ACA or ACCA qualified, with a strong practice background.</p></li><li data-start="1348" data-end="1409"><p data-start="1350" data-end="1409">Proven experience managing and developing a finance team.</p></li><li data-start="1410" data-end="1519"><p data-end="1519" data-start="1412">Strong operational finance knowledge, including month-end close, reporting, and balance sheet management.</p></li><li data-start="1520" data-end="1587"><p data-end="1587" data-start="1522">Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1672" data-end="1690"><strong data-end="1688" data-start="1676">Why Us?</strong></h3><ul data-start="1691" data-end="2046"><li data-start="1691" data-end="1790"><p data-end="1790" data-start="1693">Join a highly respected professional services firm with a collaborative and supportive culture.</p></li><li data-start="1791" data-end="1867"><p data-start="1793" data-end="1867">Lead a pivotal finance function and influence strategic decision-making.</p></li><li data-start="1868" data-end="1931"><p data-end="1931" data-start="1870">Exposure to multi-region operations across EMEA and the US.</p></li><li data-start="1932" data-end="2046"><p data-start="1934" data-end="2046">Opportunity to drive process improvements and professional development within a dynamic, high-performing team.</p></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/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS4wMDEzNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
