65 results for Finance in Southampton, Southampton

Finance Director

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
120000 - 150000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Happy Days, a Private Equity backed multi-site single operations group operating within the Nurseries and Pre-Schools sector in their search for a Finance Director. This is a newly created role following the recent decision to create a new hub in Wiltshire to support ongoing growth across the business.Reporting to the CFO and as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team this role will be critical to shaping the long-term direction of the business alongside driving efficiencies through the finance function to provide tangible insight and value to stakeholders. You will lead the creation of a new Hub in Wiltshire, helping to underpin the Group's expanding footprint. You will lead continuous improvement and transformation initiatives across the breadth of finance whilst delivering strong financial management, effective business partnering and aiding decision making. About Happy Days…Happy Days opened their first nursery in 1991, fast forward 35 years and they now operate 44 nurseries and pre-schools across the South UK and Wales, delivering exceptional childcare and education every day! A growth journey that continues every day with an underlying ethos to support children to become strong and motivated learners for life. Taking care of 2000+ children and currently employing around 1500 team members, their passion for inspiring the next generation is at the heart of their mission The Finance Director Role…You will be at the forefront of crafting the finance function within Swindon following the decision to create a second Hub, this will be balanced with ongoing M&A activity with further acquisitions and expansions on the horizon. The Finance Director will be tasked with providing efficiencies through business-as-usual areas such as month end, year end and reporting to shorten close cycles and deliver strong insight to the senior leadership team and investors.The Finance Director will oversee a team of circa 16 inclusive of 3 direct reports, acting as a true strategic leader through the group whilst developing and mentoring a high performing team. Alongside this, key responsibilities will include:<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Accountable for accuracy and integrity of core finance deliverables such as month end, year end, consolidations, statutory requirements and compliance</li><li>Develop and monitor key performance indicators across the group ensuring accountability across all levels and providing valuable insight and analysis relevant to finance and non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Provide insight and due diligence for M&A activity, owning and improving the integration strategy to allow for planned buy and build activities</li><li>Own the optimisation of finance related systems inclusive of the main ERP, reporting/consolidation tools and provide suggestions across automation and AI opportunities</li><li>Lead and develop FP&A/Commercial activities turning raw data into effective reporting and visualisation that is digestible and actionable for all levels</li><li>Manage external relationships such as investors, auditors, banks, tax authorities and legal advisors</li><li>Work closely with the CFO and Investors on additional reporting requirements and ad-hoc information requests</li></ul> About you…<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>A self-motivated, high-energy leader with evidence of developing high performing teams</li><li>Significant change and transformation experience, ability to evaluate gaps in process and systems before delivering solutions in a cost-efficient manner</li><li>Prior multi-site single operations or multi-revenue streams experience</li><li>Previous experience within a PE backed environment ideally within a buy and build strategy</li></ul>The successful candidate will need to be 5 days on site in first 6 months as the new Hub is established, 3 days on site thereafter What's on offer…£120k to £150k basic salary, 30% bonus, 10% non-contributory pension and a range of attractive benefits including car allowance, enhanced leave, performance related rewards, Life Assurance and an exhaustive Employee Assistance & Wellbeing package Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci4yNTc1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-23T13:45:43Z

D365 Platform Specialist

Corsham, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
85000 - 105000 GBP / Yearly
Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo Group are leading healthcare providers delivering specialist services across the United Kingdom. Together, they bring a highly experienced team providing comprehensive cancer care, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, haematology, chemotherapy, research, pharmacy, theranostics and PET-CT through Icon Cancer Centre UK, alongside sterile compounding, and nursing home healthcare services through Pharmaxo. Together, Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo deliver an end-to-end healthcare service for patients and partners across the UK.As part of an ambitious D365 Programme, we're looking for a D365 Platform Specialist to take ownership of our Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management (F&SCM) environment.The roleYou'll start by getting hands-on through the design, build, configuration and delivery phases of the programme, right up to go-live. From there, you'll carry the platform through hyper-care and into business-as-usual, taking day-to-day responsibility for operations, release planning, regression testing and ongoing support.This is a great opportunity for an experienced ERP professional to own a platform end-to-end from implementation through to steady-state operation, within a healthcare organisation where the work genuinely matters.Key responsibilities<ul><li>Platform Ownership - Take full administrative ownership of the D365 F&SCM platform, managing environments, configuration, security roles and user access, and acting as an escalation point for the ServiceDesk team.</li><li>Implementation & Transition to Service - Work closely with the Project Delivery Team and Microsoft Solution Partner through workshops, configuration reviews and deployment planning, ensuring a smooth handover from project into BAU support.</li><li>Licensing & Budget Management - Manage licence allocation and optimisation in line with the employee lifecycle, run regular licence reviews, and support budgeting and forecasting for platform costs.</li><li>Change & Release Management - Coordinate change activities in line with ITIL principles, participate in CAB, and lead regression testing, UAT coordination and release readiness reviews.</li><li>Business Process Optimisation - Partner with Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain and Operational teams to improve processes, promoting standard D365 functionality over unnecessary customisation.</li><li>Security & Compliance - Maintain role-based access controls and audit compliance, supporting GDPR, Cyber Essentials Plus and data integrity standards (ALCOA+) in a regulated environment.</li><li>Data & Systems Analysis - Support data migration, cleansing and validation, and identify opportunities to improve data quality and governance.</li><li>Vendor & Partner Management - Act as the key liaison between business stakeholders, internal IT and the Microsoft Solution Partner.</li><li>Documentation & Knowledge Transfer - Own platform documentation and deliver knowledge transfer to the wider business.</li></ul>What We're Looking For<ul><li>At least 5 years' experience supporting enterprise business applications or ERP platforms.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&SCM </li><li>Experience across the full ERP lifecycle - implementation, configuration and transition-to-service.</li><li>Solid understanding of business processes across Finance, Procurement, Inventory, Warehousing and Supply Chain.</li><li>Experience managing enterprise licensing and user access controls.</li><li>A track record coordinating change management, release management and regression testing.</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate between business and technical language.</li><li>Experience supporting business-critical platforms within a structured governance environment.</li><li>Desirable: knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform, Azure integration technologies and reporting tools.</li><li>Desirable: familiarity with healthcare, pharmaceutical or other regulated industries, and compliance frameworks such as GDPR, Cyber Essentials Plus, GxP and ALCOA+ principles.</li></ul>On offer <ul><li>Salary up to £105,000 DOE</li><li>Enhanced annual leave package increasing with Length of Service (25 days + bank holidays, increasing to 27 days + bank holidays after 3 years' service)</li><li>Enhanced pension contribution rates - Auto-enrolment from day 1 at basic contributions (5% employee, 4% employer) or the individual can elect to increase their contribution to 6% to which the employer will double their contribution to 8%</li><li>Access to Engage;Engage is an external platform providing employee discounts, recognition, and wellbeing support</li><li>Access to the Wellbeing Centre (Employee Assistant Programme and Occupational Health Support)</li><li>Private Medical Insurance (funded by the Company) - eligible following successful completion of a 6-month probation period; can elect to add family members to your policy at a cost (deducted via payroll)</li><li>Life Assurance - 10 x your annual salary (max of £300,000)</li></ul> Please note any direct and third party-applications shall be sent through to Roxy LawRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um94eS5MYXcuMjI2MTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-14T16:33:24Z

Finance Systems Manager

Guildford, Surrey
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Finance Systems Manager</h1>Guildford | Hybrid (3 days in the office) | £60,000 - £70,000 + BenefitsRobert Half is delighted to be partnering with a fast-growing, highly acquisitive international business to recruit a Finance Systems Manager for an organisation experiencing significant growth through acquisition and continues to expand its global footprint. Operating within a dynamic, fast-paced sector, they are investing heavily in technology and finance transformation, making this an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys improving systems, driving efficiencies and delivering change.This is far more than a BAU support role. Whilst you'll oversee the day-to-day administration of the finance systems, you'll also play a key role in shaping their future, leading projects, implementing new solutions and helping the finance function maximise the value of its technology.<h2>The Role</h2>You'll become the subject matter expert for the organisation's finance systems, acting as the key link between Finance, IT and external suppliers. The role is a great blend of operational ownership and project work, with approximately 70% focused on finance systems administration and support and 30% dedicated to continuous improvement, optimisation and systems projects.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Own and administer the finance systems landscape, ensuring reliability, performance and data integrity.</li><li>Manage Microsoft Business Central alongside key finance applications including reporting and credit management tools.</li><li>Provide first-line support, user administration, permissions and system configuration.</li><li>Deliver training and ongoing support to finance users.</li><li>Identify opportunities to automate processes and improve system functionality.</li><li>Lead and support finance systems implementations, upgrades and enhancement projects.</li><li>Work closely with Finance, IT and third-party vendors to deliver successful change initiatives.</li><li>Improve reporting capability and help drive greater utilisation of finance systems across the business.</li><li>Play a key role in upcoming transformation projects, including the implementation of a new expenses platform and wider finance systems improvements.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>We're looking for someone who enjoys combining technical finance systems expertise with stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement.You'll ideally have:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience in a Finance Systems Manager, Finance Systems Analyst or Systems Accountant role.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Business Central.</li><li>Experience supporting ERP systems and finance users.</li><li>Knowledge of finance processes including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and reporting.</li><li>Experience delivering systems enhancements, upgrades or implementations.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and excellent analytical ability.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the confidence to work across Finance, IT and external suppliers.</li></ul>Experience with reporting tools such as Cosmos, finance system integrations or project delivery would be advantageous but is not essential.<h2>Why Apply?</h2>This is an opportunity to join a business that is genuinely investing in its people and technology. You'll have the chance to influence the direction of the finance systems landscape, lead meaningful improvement projects and be part of a collaborative team supporting a business that continues to grow through acquisition.If you're looking for a role where you can make a visible impact while developing your finance systems expertise within a thriving international organisation, we'd love to hear from you.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMzYwOTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-11T11:56:14Z

Group Finance Manager

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Happy Days, a Private Equity backed Nurseries and Pre-Schools group to recruit a Group Finance Manager on a permanent basis. Based in Swindon, this newly created position will lead the day-to-day finance operations ensuring financial integrity and control across the organisation. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role will operate in a commercially focused, high-growth environment. Joining at an exciting stage in Happy Days' journey, you will support the creation of a new Hub in Wiltshire, helping to underpin the Group's expanding footprint. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations and management accounting, driving efficiencies, enhancing processes, and contributing to the development of a best-in-class finance function. About Happy Days… Happy Days opened their first nursery in 1991, fast forward 35 years and they now operate 44 nurseries and pre-schools across the South UK and Wales, delivering exceptional childcare and education every day! A growth journey that continues every day with an underlying ethos to support children to become strong and motivated learners for life. Taking care of 2000+ children and employing around 1500 team members, their passion for inspiring the next generation is at the heart of their mission The Group Finance Manager Role… You will be at the forefront of building a team within Swindon following the decision to create a second Hub. This is a great opportunity to be hands on in the development of people, processes and control measures whilst maintaining the business as usual requirements. Working closely with the Finance Director to drive continuous improvement areas and opportunity for efficiencies within routine tasks, automation of manual processes and shortened reporting cycles. The Group Finance Manager will oversee areas of transactional finance, reporting and record-to-report functions to bring together and drive the contributions and outputs of the month end close process across the group. Alongside this, key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Maintain internal control framework across portfolio of sites and group.</li><li>Lead month end close processes including consolidation of management accounts.</li><li>Production of monthly reporting pack inclusive of balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis and relevant commentary for review.</li><li>Maintenance of R2R cycle including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable and receivable functions - Oversee and control of cash flow management across the group.</li><li>Act as a finance project lead on integration's to bring together work-streams across finance operations.</li><li>Provide actionable insight to operational leaders to ensure understanding of financial metrics to non-finance, key stakeholders.</li><li>Lead, coach and develop a team of 10+ across Management Accounts, Revenue, AP/AR.</li></ul> About you… <ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience within a finance leadership position.</li><li>Strength within people management, building and leading a high-performance team.</li><li>Evidence of contribution to process improvement within core finance processes.</li><li>Strength with ERP optimisation and utilising technology to drive efficiency.</li><li>Prior multi-site or multi-revenue streams experience.</li><li>Previous experience within a PE backed environment advantageous.</li></ul>The successful candidate will need to be 5 days on site in first 6 months as the new Hub is established, 3 days on site thereafter. What's on offer… c£70k basic salary and a range of attractive benefits including car allowance, enhanced leave, performance related rewards, Life Assurance and an exhaustive Employee Assistance & Well-being package.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjgzNzQ0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-07-21T10:19:30Z

Finance business partner

Southampton, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
**** FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER - RECOGNISED RETAIL BRAND **** Due to continued growth and the launch of an exciting range of new products this leading retail / FMCG company with its HQ in Southampton is looking to recruit a commercial finance senior to lead FP&A and partnering activities for the sales and marketing teams. With the support of the CFO, you would provide a holistic partnering service to sales, marketing and retail ops leadership, and provide high level management (up to owner level) information to support retail direction and strategy. This role would ideally suit someone qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) with demonstrable experience of adding value in a retail style business, and can offer a salary of up to £80k P/A plus bonus, benefits and work from home options.Duties:Financial Analysis and Reporting<ul><li>Maintenance and streamlining of key data workbooks: <ul><li>Historic and outlook tracking of sales from revenue through to contribution. This is a key report to enable analysis of unit volumes, average selling price (ASP), and profitability by product. Key opportunities or concerns will be highlighted to management and the board.</li><li>Centralised standard costing workbook. This is updated from data provided by local financial controllers and is critical to facilitate analysis and reporting of margin performance at product level. Opportunity will exist to migrate this in-system within 18 months.</li><li>Individual P&Ls for focus customers. This is a key report for commercial and finance teams to support and develop key customer relationships. This includes ecoms profitability reporting, which will involve working closely with the Head of E-Commerce.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Support management with timely financial and commercial trade analysis: <ul><li>Co-ordination, production and delivery of monthly trading reports and commercial insight for senior management.</li><li>Preparation and analysis of historic and prospective financial data to communicate key information on trade volume and contribution by brand, product, customer and channel to both finance and commercial teams. Key consideration should be on trends, highlights and variances to budget / forecast / prior year.</li><li>Support production of monthly board pack by drafting concise and informative revenue slides accompanied with insightful commentary.</li><li>Support M&A activities with trade and commercial analysis of prospective targets - including sales performance, impact assessment of contractual terms, market share review, and group profitability impact.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Provide financial and commercial advice to management, driving financial performance through commercially sound analysis at revenue and margin level which enables management to take decisions</li></ul>Reporting Improvement<ul><li>Implement processes to ensure the latest trade forecasts (revenue through to trade contribution) are captured each month from around the business.</li><li>Develop and streamline processes to ensure more effective delivery of product portfolio and trade performance information.</li><li>Support development of system reports for trade activity and profitability reporting by collation of data and QA testing.</li></ul>Business Partnering <ul><li>Business partner with the commercial and operations teams to ensure clear comprehension of target performance (budget / forecast / KPI) for trade activities, as well as the prompt highlighting of focus / risk / improvement areas to improve financial performance.</li><li>Preparation of relevant, timely management information to equip the commercial team with the necessary understanding required to make business decisions - including analysis of margin drivers, lower margin customers / products, etc, to provide greater insight into trading performance.</li><li>Be a key player in the preparation of the annual budget, working alongside the Commercial Directors across the business to produce consolidated product sales budgets (from revenue through to contribution).</li><li>Commercial project support e.g. evaluation of new product development proposals or plans to internalize / outsource production.</li><li>Maintaining an analysis of key customer contracts to include key terms, products and highlight any specific financial considerations to the core finance team, e.g. discounts, rebates, royalty accruals.</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £70,000 and £80,000 P/A based on experience</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 15%</li><li>4% pension contribution</li><li>25 days holiday plus 8 bank holiday</li><li>Income protection</li><li>Death in service</li><li>Flexible work environment with opportunity to wfh up to 3 days pw</li><li>A fun, positive and friendly work environment where you are given the opportunity to bring ideas to the table.</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMDY2NTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-06T08:20:17Z

Finance Manager

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
48000 - 53000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in partnership with a marketing leading, highly regarded business in Swindon to recruit a Finance Manager role on a full-time permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone that is passionate about managing and developing a team, whilst being heavily involved with preparing the monthly management accounts, business partnering and improving processes. The Finance Manager role would be suitable for someone that has lead or supervised a team or that is looking for their first management role and is looking for the next step up in their career within a company renowned for offering further career progression. The salary is between £48,000 - £53,000 plus bonus, study support, hybrid working and other excellent benefits. The Role The main duties of the Finance Manager role will consist of: <ul><li>Managing one member of staff; supporting with recruitment, conducting performance reviews and overseeing the teams workload. </li><li>Preparing monthly management accounts; balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, journals, preparing management information. </li><li>Financial reporting. </li><li>Supporting with tax and VAT returns. </li><li>Supporting with the year-end statutory accounts and financial statements. </li><li>Business partnering with stakeholders and dealing with queries. </li><li>Implementing and improving processes when required. </li></ul> Requirements To be considered for the Finance Manager role, you must ideally possess the following experience and skills: <ul><li>Must have management accounting experience</li><li>Ideally fully or part qualified in ACCA, CIMA or ACA</li><li>Must ideally have experience supervising/mentoring a team</li><li>Excellent communication skills </li><li>Strong attention to detail </li><li>Hard work ethic</li><li>Confident user of Excel </li></ul> Salary & Benefits <ul><li>£48,000 - £53,000 annual salary </li><li>Study support</li><li>Annual bonus (up to 10%) </li><li>Hybrid working; 4 days in the office, 1 day from home </li><li>28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) </li><li>Competitive pension scheme </li><li>Private healthcare scheme</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy43MTY3Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-03T09:47:42Z

Finance Manager

Sherborne, Dorset
remote
Temporary
300 - 340 GBP / Daily
We are currently supporting an organisation based in Dorset that are looking to bring in an experienced interim Finance Manager to support them through a period of transition. Duration: 5 Weeks (with potential for extension)Location: Dorset - Office based preference but can be flexible dependent on distance and experience Day Rate: Up to £340 per day via Umbrella dependent on experience Start Date: ASAP Responsibilities: <ul><li>Preparing Monthly Management Accounts - clearing a 3-month backlog.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations including intercompany, fixed assets and depreciation schedules.</li><li>Calculate and post manual provisions such as accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Manage VAT return preparation and related reconciliations.</li><li>Cashflow forecasting through accurate tracking of payments, income, costs, and project-level cash metrics.</li><li>Any other ad-hoc duties.</li></ul> About You:<ul><li>Open to QBE or Qualified.</li><li>Strong Excel skills required as data set heavy.</li></ul> For more information on this role, please apply online or email a copy of your CV Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bGV3aXMueW91bmcuMzI2NzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-06-22T16:28:21Z

Group Finance Controller - Fixed Term

Hayes, London
remote
Contract
100000 - 120000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Group Financial Controller - Fixed Term Contract (6 Months)</h1>Location: Hayes Working Pattern: 4 days per week on-site Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 + retention bonus + pension Start Date: ASAP (could start as early as next week) Contract: 6-month fixed term contractRobert Half is working with a leading international business to recruit an experienced Group Financial Controller on a 6-month fixed term contract.This is a key role within the finance function, requiring a highly experienced financial controller with strong multi-entity, international exposure, excellent technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex group environment.<h2>The Role</h2>As Group Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the Group's financial control environment, ensuring robust governance, accurate reporting, and strong financial discipline across multiple entities and jurisdictions.You will work closely with senior finance leadership and wider stakeholders, providing both hands-on leadership and technical expertise.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading and overseeing the Group financial control function across multiple entities.</li><li>Managing and strengthening financial controls, governance, and reporting processes.</li><li>Delivering accurate and timely month-end and management accounts.</li><li>Preparing management accounts in US GAAP.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with UK GAAP / FRS 102 and relevant group reporting standards.</li><li>Supporting statutory accounts preparation, audit processes, and tax return filings.</li><li>Reviewing and improving financial processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.</li><li>Identifying control weaknesses and implementing effective remediation plans.</li><li>Working within a multi-national, multi-entity structure with complex reporting requirements.</li><li>Providing technical accounting support across the wider finance team.</li><li>Supporting senior leadership with ad-hoc analysis, projects, and strategic initiatives.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>The successful candidate will be a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with significant experience operating at Group Financial Controller level or within a similar senior financial control role.You will ideally have:<ul><li>ACA or ACCA qualification - essential</li><li>Strong experience in financial controls, governance, and group reporting</li><li>Proven experience in a multi-national, multi-entity environment</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS 102</li><li>Experience producing US GAAP management accounts</li><li>Exposure to ASC 842 (US leasing) and ideally IFRS 15 & IFRS 16</li><li>Strong technical accounting background</li><li>Experience overseeing statutory accounts, audit processes, and tax return filings</li><li>Strong leadership and people management experience</li><li>Ability to operate effectively in both strategic and hands-on capacities</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>Ability to start quickly and make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><h2>The Opportunity</h2>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Group Financial Controller to join a complex, international business on a 6-month fixed term contract with an immediate start available.The role offers a competitive salary of £100,000 - £120,000, plus retention bonus and pension, and requires four days per week on-site in Hayes.If you are an immediately available or soon-to-be-available ACA/ACCA qualified Financial Controller with strong international and technical accounting experience, I would be very keen to speak with you.Please apply with your CV or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNzA5MDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-12T12:42:33Z

Finance Assistant

Bagshot, Surrey
remote
Permanent
27000 - 28000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Finance Assistant</h1><h2>The Opportunity</h2>An established and highly respected organisation is seeking a Finance Assistant to join its growing finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with early finance experience who is looking to develop their skills within a supportive and collaborative environment.The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions while assisting with month-end processes, reconciliations, reporting, and ongoing process improvements.This is primarily an office-based role, with some hybrid working available following successful completion of the training and probation period.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Accounts Receivable</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Create and distribute monthly sales invoices.</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and allocate incoming payments.</li><li>Chase outstanding debts and support debt collection activities.</li><li>Investigate and resolve unallocated and misallocated payments.</li><li>Provide copy invoices, statements, and supporting documentation to customers.</li><li>Work closely with internal departments to resolve aged debt issues.</li></ul><h3>Accounts Payable</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.</li><li>Manage supplier payment runs in accordance with agreed payment terms.</li><li>Match payments against outstanding invoices.</li><li>Handle supplier queries and resolve invoice discrepancies.</li><li>Regularly review aged creditor reports.</li></ul><h3>Finance Administration & Reporting</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Process and reconcile employee expenses.</li><li>Assist with balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Support month-end close activities and reporting deadlines.</li><li>Prepare ad hoc reports and analysis as required.</li><li>Provide information and support during year-end audits.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.</li></ul><h2>Candidate Requirements</h2>The ideal candidate will possess:<ul data-spread="false"><li>1-3 years' experience within a finance, accounts, or bookkeeping role.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.</li><li>A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving.</li><li>Good understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills.</li><li>Knowledge of VAT recovery processes.</li><li>The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.</li></ul><h3>Desirable</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>AAT qualification or currently studying towards AAT.</li></ul><h2>Benefits</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Additional day off for your birthday.</li><li>Additional annual leave awarded for long service.</li><li>Hybrid working (subject to successful completion of probation).</li><li>Pension scheme.</li><li>Performance-related bonus of up to 10%.</li><li>Employee recognition and reward programme.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Private medical insurance.</li><li>Life assurance cover.</li><li>Wellbeing support services.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uMzA5MDIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-06-24T09:45:01Z

Accounts Assistant (Graduate)

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
Are you a recent Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business graduate looking for your first opportunity in finance? We are working with a successful and growing business based in Theale, Reading. Seeking a bright, enthusiastic Graduate Finance Assistant to join its Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has the academic grounding and personality to build a long-term career in finance, but is now looking for the practical experience to go with it. You don't need to know everything already. Training will be provided, and the role is designed to give you exposure to a broad range of finance activities while you develop your technical skills and confidence. What will you be doing? You'll initially take responsibility for a range of billing and sales ledger activities, learning how transactions move through the business and ensuring everything is accurate and completed on time. As you develop, you'll gain exposure to:<ul><li>Raising and processing sales invoices</li><li>Billing and sales ledger administration</li><li>Revenue reconciliations</li><li>Checking and maintaining financial records</li><li>Payment runs</li><li>Contractor and customer billing</li><li>General ledger activity</li><li>Month-end processes</li><li>Financial reporting</li><li>Excel and finance systems</li><li>Supporting process and system improvements</li></ul> You'll work closely with colleagues across the business, so this is a great role for someone who enjoys working with people as well as numbers. Why this is a great first finance jobThis isn't a role where you'll be expected to sit quietly processing invoices all day.You'll be joining an established Finance team where you can learn from experienced colleagues, ask questions and gradually take on more responsibility. The business has successfully developed graduates previously, with people progressing significantly within their first year. You'll have a strong peer group around you and the opportunity to build your career alongside them. The company is also investing in its finance infrastructure, including new finance and CRM systems, giving you the opportunity to develop your systems knowledge from an early stage. What we're looking forWe're interested in graduates who can demonstrate:<ul><li>A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or a related subject</li><li>Strong attention to detail</li><li>Good Excel skills</li><li>A willingness to learn</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>A positive, enthusiastic attitude</li><li>The ability to work at pace and manage competing priorities</li><li>A genuine interest in building a career in finance</li></ul> Previous finance experience is helpful but not essential. If you've completed an internship, placement, part-time finance role or have relevant experience from university, we'd love to hear from you. Professional developmentThis is a role where your development matters. You'll receive structured training and exposure to different areas of finance, with the opportunity to continue studying towards an accounting qualification as your career progresses. The long-term aim is to develop you into a well-rounded finance professional rather than simply keep you focused on transactional tasks. The person we're looking for Above all, we're looking for someone who is bright, personable and hungry to learn. If you're the sort of graduate who wants to understand why something works rather than simply being told what buttons to press, enjoys working with people and wants to build a genuine career in finance, this could be an excellent first step. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuQWRleS41NjY4Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-14T15:18:14Z

Head of Transactional Finance

Abingdon, Oxfordshire
remote
Temporary
- 90000 GBP / Yearly
Hi there, I wondered if this role might be of interest to you or based on your background if you can recommend anyone? Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in Abingdon to recruit a Head of Transactional Finance. The Head of Transactional Finance will receive a salary of up to £90,000 along with other attractive benefits including hybrid remote working! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Lead, mentor and develop the finance operations team, ensuring high performance and professional growth.</li><li>Oversee the AP function to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments and that all liabilities are captured and reported timeously.</li><li>Oversee the AR function to ensure timely and accurate billing and collections.</li><li>Develop strategies to minimize outstanding receivables and improve cashflow.</li><li>Oversee banking relationships and optimize banking operations, including administrative ownership for Corporate credit cards.</li><li>Develop and enhance the cashflow management and reporting processes, with the support of the Treasury assistant.</li><li>Implement and maintain effective internal controls over the AP, AR and treasury processes.</li><li>Oversee the GL accounting and VAT processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and relevant tax regulations and reporting requirements.</li></ul> In order to be considered you will need to evidence the following experience so please send me your CV, salary, location and evidence relating to the following bullet points: <ul><li>Strong people management and development essential - Ideally 15+ staff</li><li>Strong knowledge of AP, AR, Treasury, GL accounting and tax compliance,</li><li>Experience with Monthly Closure processes, balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis</li><li>Experience working with an OCR Tool / invoice automation for AP</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bGlzYS5oYXl3YXJkLjY1OTU0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-06-29T14:56:55Z

Finance Assistant

Camberley, Surrey
remote
Temporary
16 - 17.50 GBP / Hourly
Interim Finance Assistant - 3 Month ContractLocation: Camberley (4 days office, 1 day WFH) Pay: £16.00 - £17.50 per hour + Holiday Pay Contract: 3 MonthsWe are recruiting an experienced Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team on a 3-month interim contract while a permanent hire is secured.Key Responsibilities:<ul data-start="228" data-end="1062"><li data-start="228" data-end="277" data-section-id="1pry8oc">Monthly sales invoice creation and distribution</li><li data-start="278" data-end="307" data-section-id="jrytgm">Supplier invoice processing</li><li data-start="308" data-end="375" data-section-id="qnrnok">Reconciliation of accounts receivable/debtors and cash allocation</li><li data-end="434" data-start="376" data-section-id="1l2onrr">Chasing outstanding debts and resolving aged debt issues</li><li data-section-id="olfoe" data-start="435" data-end="478">Processing and reconciling staff expenses</li><li data-section-id="1eby31q" data-end="532" data-start="479">Investigating unallocated and misallocated payments</li><li data-section-id="1khnz1x" data-start="533" data-end="599">Providing copy invoices, statements and supporting documentation</li><li data-section-id="qgzl2e" data-start="600" data-end="663">Liaising with internal departments to resolve account queries</li><li data-end="710" data-start="664" data-section-id="yyfmd4">Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations</li><li data-start="711" data-end="747" data-section-id="16bvgu7">Matching payments to open invoices</li><li data-start="748" data-end="796" data-section-id="19rzfu5">Processing supplier payments via bank transfer</li><li data-start="797" data-end="868" data-section-id="o6xm7h">Ensuring supplier payments are made in line with agreed payment terms</li><li data-section-id="1aj41wf" data-end="916" data-start="869">Handling supplier invoice and payment queries</li><li data-start="917" data-end="950" data-section-id="12i9ri0">Reviewing aged creditor reports</li><li data-start="951" data-end="1006" data-section-id="1lpo907">Supporting month-end deadlines and finance timetables</li><li data-end="1062" data-start="1007" data-section-id="iq16t9">Ad hoc reporting, analysis and year-end audit support</li></ul>Requirements:<ul data-start="957" data-end="1284"><li data-end="988" data-start="957" data-section-id="5p6pre">1-3 years' finance experience</li><li data-section-id="1oqauvf" data-start="989" data-end="1037">Previous AP/AR or Finance Assistant experience</li><li data-section-id="1hsrjg1" data-start="1038" data-end="1079">Strong attention to detail and accuracy</li><li data-section-id="kwdl6m" data-end="1099" data-start="1080">Good Excel skills</li><li data-section-id="1ermzjv" data-start="1100" data-end="1132">Understanding of VAT processes</li><li data-end="1166" data-start="1133" data-section-id="1bl7vyv">AAT desirable but not essential</li><li data-section-id="xpq9f0" data-end="1235" data-start="1167">Positive and proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills</li><li data-start="1236" data-end="1284" data-section-id="1j4ikx">Able to work effectively within a finance team</li><li data-section-id="1j4ikx" data-start="1236" data-end="1284">Able to get to Camberley 4 days per week. </li></ul>Immediate availability or short notice is required. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMjAzNTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-06-24T09:06:52Z

Finance Manager

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are recruiting a Finance Manager with a manufacturing SME based in Swindon on a full time permanent basis. The role will involve managing a team of 2 and will have responsibility for the UK accounts, reporting into the MD. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Line management of 2 clerks.</li><li>Processing payroll to include starters and leavers.</li><li>Basic HR duties to include sending contracts.</li><li>Monthly management accounting for 2 UK subsidiaries.</li><li>Consolidation of the UK accounts.</li><li>Cash flow forecasting</li><li>Working closely with the Managing Director to report on the accounts and any anomalies.</li></ul> The ideal profile<ul><li>Extensive experience of working in an SME.</li><li>Team player, hands on.</li><li>Extensive experience of preparing management accounts.</li></ul> Benefits:<ul><li>£50,000-£60,000.</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays.</li><li>Monday - Friday 9-5:30 with potential flexibility.</li><li>Initially 5 days onsite, potential for 1 day from home after probation.</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjUzOTU5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-06-24T16:18:01Z

Accounts Assistant

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Temporary
14.00 - 14.00 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half are currently recruiting for a Temporary Accounts Assistant to join a friendly and busy finance team based in West Swindon for 3 months.Office based role.This is an immediate requirement for an initial 3-month assignment, providing cover across both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and can quickly integrate into an established team.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts PayableProcessing supplier invoices accurately and efficientlyMatching, batching and coding invoices Statement reconciliationsResolving supplier queriesPreparing payment runsAccounts ReceivableRaising sales invoices Allocating customer receiptsChasing overdue paymentsManaging customer account queriesMaintaining accurate debtor recordsGeneral Finance SupportBank reconciliations Assisting with month-end processesMaintaining financial records and documentationProviding administrative support to the wider finance teamAbout YouPrevious experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger or Sales Ledger roleStrong understanding of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processesGood attention to detail and accuracyStrong communication skillsConfident using Microsoft Excel and finance systemsAble to work independently and prioritise workload effectivelyWhat's on Offer? Full-time hours, office based.3-month temporary assignmentFriendly and supportive team environmentFree on-site parkingOpportunity to gain experience within a well-established organisation Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4yMzI5Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-14T15:32:05Z

Management Accountant

Hampshire, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is working with a well-established, values-led organisation based in Winchester to recruit a Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys a varied role and takes pride in providing professional, thoughtful and efficient finance support within a busy and dynamic organisation.Reporting to the Head of Finance and working closely with the wider finance team, the Management Accountant will play a key part in delivering a high-quality finance service across the organisation and its associated entities. The role contributes to all areas of finance activity, including financial analysis, reporting, budget management, VAT management, compliance and process improvement. The successful candidate will also provide support to the payroll function and the wider accounts team, and will be encouraged to ask questions, share ideas and suggest improvements as part of the ongoing development of the department.The successful candidate will keep up to date with changes in financial legislation and will have a solid understanding of producing statutory accounts and managing external audits. Strong relationship-building skills are essential, combining professionalism and empathy to ensure fair, consistent and effective financial solutions.Role: Management AccountantLocation: Winchester, HampshireSalary: £40,000 - £45,000 FTE, dependent on qualifications and experienceContract: Permanent, full-time (08.30 - 17.00, Mon-Fri). Part-time considered, minimum 30 hours per week Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting and Analysis<ul><li>Prepare timely, accurate monthly and periodic management accounts.</li><li>Carry out month-end close procedures, including journal postings, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Monitor income streams and related expenditure, providing analysis as required.</li><li>Support scenario modelling relating to volumes, pricing and related allocations.</li><li>Contribute to month-end reporting processes, ensuring deadlines and financial procedures are met.</li><li>Assist in producing financial reports for senior leadership and the board.</li><li>Prepare annual statutory accounts for the organisation and its subsidiary, working closely with external auditors.</li><li>Oversee the monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy, timely submission and compliance with statutory requirements.</li><li>Oversee maintenance of the general ledger and accurate transaction coding.</li><li>Assist with fixed asset management, including additions, disposals and depreciation.</li><li>Support compliance with Companies Act, Charity Act, VAT, Corporation Tax, payroll and Gift Aid regulations, as applicable.</li></ul>Budget Management<ul><li>Assist with financial reports for performance analysis and KPI reviews.</li><li>Support the annual budgeting process, working closely with budget holders.</li><li>Prepare rolling financial forecasts.</li><li>Monitor capital expenditure and provide variance analysis.</li><li>Support decision-making and organisational projects with modelling and forecasting.</li></ul>VAT Management and Compliance<ul><li>Prepare and assist with prompt VAT returns.</li><li>Review transaction processing for VAT accuracy.</li><li>Keep up to date with VAT legislation and implement changes as required.</li><li>Support VAT recovery reviews and improvements.</li><li>Assist with VAT registration processes where required.</li></ul>Process Improvement<ul><li>Identify improvements to financial processes and reporting.</li><li>Review financial procedures and controls.</li><li>Support the early adoption of new finance processes and systems.</li></ul>General<ul><li>Any other duties appropriate to the role, as assigned by the line manager.</li></ul>Person SpecificationThe successful candidate will be a high-calibre qualified accountant with excellent management, communication and technical skills, along with strong commercial acumen.Experience and Qualifications<ul><li>ACCA/CIMA/ACA or QBE.</li><li>Experience in management accounting, producing monthly management accounts.</li><li>Experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and producing statutory accounts.</li><li>Specialist VAT knowledge and group VAT compliance experience.</li><li>Experience in process improvement.</li><li>Experience in managing external audits.</li></ul>Desirable: previous experience within a regulated or not-for-profit environment.Skills and Abilities<ul><li>Enthusiastic about the role of finance in supporting a thriving organisation.</li><li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Excellent Excel skills; experience with finance and management information systems advantageous.</li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.</li><li>Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Generous defined contribution pension scheme.</li><li>Free or heavily subsidised access to a range of on-site facilities and activities.</li><li>Refreshments whilst working, and free meals when on duty.</li><li>Access to an employee assistance programme.</li><li>Further benefits to be discussed with Robert Half.</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS4zMzEzNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-01T08:40:00Z

Assistant Accountant

Staines, Surrey
remote
Permanent
40000 - 44000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Assistant Accountant</h1>Location: Staines (Hybrid - 1 day per week in the office)Salary: £40,000 + Study Support & Benefits<h2>The Opportunity</h2>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed technology business to recruit an ambitious Assistant Accountant.This is a newly created role within the Group Finance team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the financial reporting for several overseas entities while working closely with senior finance leaders. As the business continues to grow through innovation and expansion, you'll play a key role in supporting month-end reporting, improving financial processes and contributing to finance transformation projects.This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant looking to develop within a dynamic, high-growth environment that offers genuine career progression and exposure to international finance.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Take ownership of the month-end close for a portfolio of overseas entities, including journals, accruals, prepayments and fixed assets.</li><li>Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with the production of consolidated management accounts and statutory reporting.</li><li>Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare VAT returns and support indirect tax compliance.</li><li>Support the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors.</li><li>Assist with finance transformation projects, systems improvements and process automation.</li><li>Produce financial analysis and support ad hoc reporting requirements.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Part-qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA.</li><li>Experience within a finance team or an accountancy practice looking to make a first move into industry.</li><li>Strong understanding of month-end processes and financial reporting.</li><li>Excellent Excel skills and strong systems aptitude.</li><li>Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite experience advantageous but not essential).</li><li>Strong attention to detail with excellent communication skills.</li><li>A proactive mindset with an interest in process improvement and technology.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Salary of approximately £40,000</li><li>Study support</li><li>Hybrid working (1 day per week in the office)</li><li>Excellent career progression within a growing international business</li><li>Exposure to Group Finance and overseas entities</li><li>Supportive, collaborative finance team</li><li>Opportunity to be involved in finance transformation and systems improvement projects</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uMjg3NDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-05T09:01:40Z

Accountant

Dorset, Dorset
remote
Temporary
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Temporary Finance Opportunity Wimborne | Hybrid (2 days onsite) | 4 Week Assignment | Up to £50,000 equivilent (DOE) We are currently recruiting for a temporary Finance opportunity based in Wimborne, offering flexibility for either part-time or full-time hours. This is a 4-week assignment supporting the Finance team during a busy period, with a start date required by Thursday next week at the latest.This role would suit an experienced finance professional who is confident working across transactional finance, supporting month-end processes, and ensuring accurate and timely processing.Key Responsibilities:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Support month-end processes, including accruals and prepayments</li><li>Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently</li><li>Match, batch, and code invoices</li><li>Liaise with the Procurement team to resolve invoice queries and discrepancies</li><li>Support stock management and inventory control, ensuring accurate records and reconciliations are maintained</li><li>Assist the wider Finance team with day-to-day transactional activities</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMDM4MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-28T17:24:34Z

Graduate Financial Operations Analyst

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a leading global financial services organisation to recruit a Graduate Financial Operations Analyst working in a modern Payments & Settlements Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with up to 18 months' experience, or someone looking to take the next step in their finance career within a fast-paced and regulated environment. If you enjoy working with numbers, have exceptional attention to detail, strong reconciliation/Excel ability and are looking to build a long-term career in financial operations, payments or treasury, this role offers outstanding training, exposure to international payment processes and genuine opportunities for progression. The RoleAs part of a collaborative Payments team, you'll play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of high-value transactions across multiple entities. You'll gain exposure to payment operations, reconciliations, FX, cryptocurrency trading and financial controls while working closely with teams across the business. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Processing and releasing payments through treasury management systems and online banking platforms.</li><li>Monitoring and reconciling daily payment activity to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Investigating payment queries, including recalls, tracers and rejected payments.</li><li>Supporting the settlement of transactions and helping resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Producing reconciliations and maintaining Excel-based reporting and tracking tools.</li><li>Working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth payment operations.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency.</li><li>Ensuring all activities are completed in line with regulatory requirements and internal controls.</li><li>Assisting with project work and providing support across the wider Operations team when required.</li></ul> About YouWe're looking for someone who is eager to learn, naturally analytical and enjoys solving problems. You'll ideally have:<ul><li>A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or a related discipline.</li><li>Up to two years' experience within finance, payments, banking, treasury or financial operations.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with data.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across different teams.</li><li>A proactive mindset with a genuine interest in financial markets, payments or fintech.</li><li>Previous exposure to FX, payment processing or financial services would be advantageous but is not essential.</li></ul> What's on Offer<ul><li>Annual bonus.</li><li>25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.</li><li>Generous pension contribution.</li><li>Private medical, dental and optical cover.</li><li>Life assurance and critical illness cover.</li><li>Wellness allowance with access to ClassPass.</li><li>Learning and development programmes to support your career growth.</li><li>Five paid volunteering days each year.</li><li>Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work schemes.</li><li>A supportive, collaborative culture with excellent progression opportunities.</li></ul> If you're looking to launch or accelerate your career in financial services with a business that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuQWRleS4wMTc3Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-02T08:31:38Z

Financial Reporting Manager

Leatherhead, Surrey
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
<h3 data-start="0" class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-section-id="1255kdu" data-end="35">Financial Reporting Manager</h3>Leatherhead | Hybrid Working (2 Days in the Office) | Circa £65,000 + Benefits<h2 data-end="220" data-section-id="1urb63z" data-start="120">Make Your First Move into Industry - Or Take the Next Step in Your Financial Reporting Career</h2>Robert Half is partnering with an established and growing organisation to recruit a Financial Reporting Manager. This is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong ACA-qualified accountant looking to build their career within a commercially focused business.Whether you're making your first move from a small or mid-tier accountancy practice, or you've already gained 1-2 years' industry experience, this role offers broad exposure, genuine responsibility and the chance to work closely with an experienced finance leadership team.Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of statutory reporting, group consolidations and external audit, while helping to strengthen financial controls and improve reporting processes across the business.<h2 data-start="1007" data-section-id="1hl1yo8" data-end="1022">The Role</h2>As Financial Reporting Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and quality of the group's financial reporting.Your responsibilities will include:<ul data-end="1685" data-start="1195"><li data-section-id="jaascp" data-end="1300" data-start="1195">Leading the month-end and year-end close process, delivering accurate consolidated financial reporting.</li><li data-start="1301" data-section-id="2kxq0g" data-end="1386">Preparing statutory accounts under FRS102 and managing the year-end external audit.</li><li data-start="1387" data-section-id="fms8w4" data-end="1475">Owning the balance sheet review process, ensuring robust controls and reconciliations.</li><li data-end="1591" data-section-id="xt17dl" data-start="1476">Providing technical accounting support on complex transactions and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.</li><li data-section-id="r4065j" data-end="1685" data-start="1592">Driving continuous improvements across financial reporting, controls and finance processes.</li></ul><h2 data-start="1687" data-end="1703" data-section-id="1owuc8b">About You</h2>We're looking for an ambitious accountant with strong technical foundations and a desire to develop within industry.The ideal candidate will have:<ul data-start="1855" data-end="2351"><li data-start="1855" data-section-id="1nfoknf" data-end="1887">ACA qualification (essential).</li><li data-section-id="i1p4zj" data-end="2064" data-start="1888">Experience gained within a small or mid-tier accountancy practice, ideally looking to make a first move into industry, or up to two years' post-qualified industry experience.</li><li data-start="2065" data-end="2123" data-section-id="g7b1w">Strong technical accounting knowledge, including FRS102.</li><li data-end="2176" data-section-id="1rknxgw" data-start="2124">Exposure to statutory accounts and external audit.</li><li data-end="2258" data-section-id="kdpwk3" data-start="2177">Excellent attention to detail with a proactive approach to improving processes.</li><li data-end="2351" data-section-id="1b2cerf" data-start="2259">Strong communication skills and the confidence to build relationships across the business.</li></ul><h2 data-section-id="6l09go" data-end="2370" data-start="2353">Why Apply?</h2><ul data-end="2816" data-start="2372"><li data-end="2440" data-section-id="v97wxm" data-start="2372">Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the Leatherhead office.</li><li data-start="2441" data-section-id="3iwdut" data-end="2508">Salary of circa £65,000, plus an attractive benefits package.</li><li data-start="2509" data-section-id="m751up" data-end="2593">A genuine opportunity to make a successful first move from practice into industry.</li><li data-start="2594" data-end="2673" data-section-id="falbqp">High levels of exposure to senior finance leadership and excellent mentoring.</li><li data-section-id="7pnkmb" data-end="2816" data-start="2674">A business committed to investing in its finance function, offering clear opportunities for career progression and professional development.</li></ul>If you're an ACA-qualified accountant looking for an opportunity to apply your technical expertise within a collaborative, forward-thinking business, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuNjY2MDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-02T09:44:14Z

Group Reporting Manager

Hook, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Financial Reporting Manager</h1>Location: Hook (Hybrid)Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits<h2>The Opportunity</h2>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and growing organisation to recruit a Financial Reporting Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong qualified accountant to join a collaborative finance team, leading the financial reporting function while managing and developing a small team.Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the month-end reporting process, management accounts, balance sheet integrity, statutory reporting support and financial controls. You'll also play a key role in driving continuous improvement, strengthening reporting processes and partnering with senior stakeholders to provide meaningful financial insight.This position offers a broad and varied remit, combining technical accounting, team leadership and business partnering within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Financial Reporting</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead the month-end close process and deliver accurate monthly management accounts.</li><li>Prepare board packs, financial reports and detailed variance analysis.</li><li>Produce timely reporting with clear commentary and actionable insights.</li><li>Ensure reporting is accurate, reconciled and supported by robust audit trails.</li><li>Support Group reporting requirements and reporting deadlines.</li></ul><h3>Financial Control</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Own the balance sheet reconciliation process and strengthen financial controls.</li><li>Oversee intercompany accounting and reconciliations.</li><li>Review accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, VAT, revenue and other key balance sheet areas.</li><li>Ensure journals are accurate, appropriately supported and reviewed.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register and prepare VAT returns.</li></ul><h3>Business Partnering & Planning</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting activities.</li><li>Partner with operational stakeholders to provide commercial insight and improve financial understanding.</li><li>Deliver meaningful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.</li></ul><h3>Audit & Compliance</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Support the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors.</li><li>Maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, controls and efficiencies.</li></ul><h3>Leadership</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage, mentor and develop a team of two finance professionals.</li><li>Provide technical accounting guidance across the wider finance team.</li><li>Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and collaboration.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.</li><li>At least two years' post-qualified experience within Financial Reporting, Group Reporting, Financial Control or Management Accounting.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and month-end reporting experience.</li><li>Excellent Excel skills with experience using ERP systems.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>Experience within a multi-entity environment is advantageous.</li><li>SAP, Cognos or similar ERP/reporting system experience is desirable.</li><li>Big 4 or practice background would be beneficial but is not essential.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>Hybrid working.</li><li>Opportunity to lead and develop a small finance team.</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Genuine career progression within a growing organisation.</li><li>A collaborative culture that encourages continuous improvement and professional development.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uMDQ3NTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-05T10:08:22Z

CFO - Chief Financial Officer

Berkshire, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
120000 - 150000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>*Part time Chief financial officer 3 days per week*</h1>RESPONSIBLE TO: Managing PartnerPURPOSE OF THE JOB: To put processes, systems, controls and mitigate risk that will help scale the business, while offering strategic partnering to the CEO. You would lead, develop and right size the finance function, be the ambassador for automation and the utilization of AI, commercialize their growing software offerings, drive growth, manage cost base and cash flow.You will also be an operational leader with company secretarial duties and other functions reporting in.THE ROLE AND PRINCIPAL DUTIES: Financial Management:<ul><li>Direction of the finance function, effectively managing annual budgets, cash flow forecasts, capitalisation and performance</li><li>Presentation of relevant financial information to partners, providing insightful commercial and financial guidance at regular meetings with appropriate</li><li>Support to the Management Accountant with the annual salary review, staff bonus scheme, P11Ds, P60s and the annual budget.</li><li>Evaluation of prospective projects to assess resource requirements, profitability and</li><li>Liaise with the firm's accountants and bank in the preparation of the annual accounts, financial and taxation matters.</li></ul>Commercial Management:<ul><li>Administration of the Firm's PII insurance and oversee the Management Accountant in dealing with general insurances, Lexcel accreditation, CQS accreditation and practising certificate</li></ul> Risk Management:<ul><li>Maintain and develop the firm's risk, quality and complance systems alongside the Compliance Officer</li><li>Keep up to date with the Code of conduct and SRA Accounts rules and ensure that the firm is adequately trained and understands the reporting lines and processes for reporting breaches.</li><li>Ensure the firm's Client Due Diligence and Money Laundering policies and procedures are well embedded and working well throughout the</li><li>Authorisation of client bank account reconciliation</li></ul> Strategic:<ul><li>Develop and execute the financial strategy to support ambitious growth objectives aligned with the company's strategic plan.</li><li>Partner with the CEO and Board to drive value creation and maximise shareholder returns.</li><li>Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A), providing commercial insight to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Build and maintain robust financial models to evaluate growth opportunities, investment decisions, and capital allocation.</li><li>Drive organic and inorganic growth initiatives, including acquisitions, integrations, and strategic partnerships.</li><li>Lead M&A activity, including financial due diligence, valuation, transaction execution, and post-acquisition integration.</li><li>Develop scalable financial systems, processes, and controls to support rapid business expansion.</li><li>Deliver accurate forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.</li><li>Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to support investment and sustainable growth.</li><li>Optimise capital structure and funding strategies, including debt financing, refinancing, and lender relationships.</li><li>Produce high-quality Board and investor reporting, including KPI dashboards and value creation metrics.</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with banks, investors, auditors, tax advisers, and other external stakeholders.</li><li>Lead value creation initiatives in line with the private equity investment thesis and agreed investment plan.</li><li>Act as a trusted adviser to the CEO and Board, providing independent challenge, strategic insight, and financial leadership throughout the investment lifecycle.</li></ul>Key results:Helping to manage and maintain accurate accounting records of the firm.Ensuring senior and departmental management is provided with sufficient and timely information to respond to internal and external factors affecting the firm's financial performance.Supporting all other functions in the firm with financial information as may be required from time to time Person specification:<ul><li>A qualified accountant - approximately 10 years qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA</li><li>Experience of working in a professional services environment (preferred but not essential)</li><li>Highly developed leadership and management ability</li><li>A strategic thinker</li><li>Excellent communication skills at all levels of the business</li><li>Ability to work under pressure</li><li>A confident and flexible team player who is able to gain the confidence of partners and all employees</li><li>Works according to the values of the firm - excellence, integrity and approach-ability</li><li>Able to prioritise and work to deadlines</li><li>Able to work under pressure</li><li>Able to delegate</li><li>Have drive, initiative and astuteness</li><li>Professional and hard working</li><li>Attention to detail and numerate</li><li>Reliable, adaptable and friendly</li><li>Decisive and proactive</li><li>Works according to the values of the firm - excellence, integrity and approach-ability</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £110k and £150k P/A based on the experience of the candidate *PRO-RATED*</li><li>Performance related bonus linked to profitability</li><li>Private health for family</li><li>6% pension</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>25 days holiday plus bank</li><li>Work from home flexibility 2 days pw</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMzQ4NTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-17T13:15:50Z

Management Accountant - 12 month FTC

Addlestone, Surrey
remote
Contract
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Management Accountant</h1>12 Month Fixed Term Contract | £60,000 - £65,000<h2>A fantastic opportunity to make a real impact</h2>I'm working exclusively with a successful and growing organisation that is looking to appoint a talented Management Accountant on an initial 12-month fixed term contract.This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys combining technical accounting, commercial analysis, and process improvement. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, providing insight to stakeholders, and supporting the wider business during an exciting period.You'll have exposure across the full finance cycle, working closely with senior stakeholders and gaining the opportunity to make a real impact within a collaborative and high-performing finance team.<h2>Key responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Preparing accurate and insightful monthly management accounts and supporting analysis.</li><li>Managing month-end close activities, including journals, accruals, prepayments, depreciation, provisions, and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Producing financial reporting and commentary to enable stakeholders to make informed business decisions.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of statutory reporting requirements, including year-end accounts, VAT, corporation tax, and other regulatory submissions.</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for external auditors and professional advisors.</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.</li><li>Analysing financial performance and providing meaningful commentary on key business drivers.</li><li>Maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting systems.</li><li>Supporting improvements to finance processes, systems, and reporting capabilities.</li><li>Maintaining key data sources that support commercial reporting and business intelligence.</li><li>Providing support and guidance to junior members of the finance team where required.</li></ul><h2>About you</h2><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or finalist with strong relevant experience.</li><li>Previous experience preparing management accounts within a fast-paced finance environment.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and working with complex datasets.</li><li>Commercially curious with the ability to interpret financial information and communicate insights effectively.</li><li>Comfortable managing deadlines, prioritising workload, and delivering accurate reporting under time pressure.</li><li>Experience with ERP systems and improving finance processes would be advantageous.</li><li>Exposure to Power BI, Power Query, or reporting tools would be beneficial.</li></ul><h2>Why consider this opportunity?</h2><ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 salary package.</li><li>12-month fixed term contract offering stability and the opportunity to make a tangible impact.</li><li>Broad Management Accountant role with excellent exposure across finance.</li><li>Opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and influence business decisions.</li><li>Blend of technical accounting, reporting, analysis, and process improvement.</li><li>Opportunity to enhance systems, reporting, and ways of working.</li><li>Supportive environment with genuine career development opportunities.</li></ul>If you're a qualified accountant looking for a role where you can add value beyond the numbers and become a trusted finance partner to the business, I'd be keen to speak with you.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNTg0NDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-28T12:32:41Z

Financial Controller

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - READING WITH SOME INITIAL TRAVEL TO LONDONRobert Half are proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner to a fast-growing, PE backed TV / Film and sound production group. Due to significant expansion they now seek to recruit a financial controller to work directly with the CFO based at their Reading head office. This newly developed role represents an excellent opportunity for and ambitious Finance and controls lead, looking for broader responsibilities and the opportunity to make a real positive impact on a growing business. You will be responsible for developing processes, supporting FP&A and business partnering activities across a range of recently acquired entities, forecasting, working capital and cashflow actuals to the board, development of the P&L and ensure robustness in their core reporting systems. The successful candidate will be a commercially aware individual who will be technically proficient and will have up to date knowledge of all current accounting standards. You will oversee and develop 5 reports and build business partnering relationships with the wider operational leadership team.For this role it is essential that you are a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), are proficient technically (production of accounts from top to bottom) and have demonstratable experience of driving revenue and reducing cost in a fast paced, commercial environment. It would also be beneficial (but not essential) to have worked in PE and / or media production.Duties:<ul><li>Cross-Entity Financial Consolidation</li><li>Responsible for ensuring the completion of monthly management accounts, in line with Group deadlines</li><li>Responsible for the integrity of the balance sheet through regular monthly reconciliations and reviews</li><li>Co-ordinating the management of cash flow and cash flow projections across the entities</li><li>Ensure the business follows all required internal procedures and legislation</li><li>Support the annual audit, liaising with the external auditors and other stakeholders</li><li>Drive the month end review process and year end close to gain clear understanding of P&L, Cashflow and Balance Sheet performance Financial Planning & Analysis</li><li>Preparation of annual financial budgets and periodic forecasts for P&L, balance sheet and cashflow</li><li>Improve and embed 'FP&A' quality reporting across the finance teams</li><li>Support DFD in improving the quality of commercial insight / commentary of business performance and developing "business partnering" capability</li><li>Prepare and deliver commercial performance reports for internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Drive improvements in reporting tools and processes to ensure accurate, timely data Page 2 of 2 Project Work</li><li>Develop and extend the use of Datarails across the group companies, to improve financial insight and monthly reporting</li><li>Work with other Teams to standardise and streamline operations through process and systems changes</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £60,000 and £70,000 p/a based on the candidate's experience.</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 15%</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Life assurance</li><li>6% non-contributory pension</li><li>25 days holiday</li><li>WFH flexibility 2 days per week</li><li>Other great benefits on application</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMTU4NzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-06T10:50:32Z

Financial Controller

Wiltshire, Wiltshire
remote
Temporary
75000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are recruiting an Interim Financial Controller based in Wiltshire.Growing Wiltshire based people and values-driven business seeking an experienced Interim FC to lead the finance function and support the business through a key period of growth and transformation,If you enjoy a place where people and culture are key, read on.You will cover.Budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial planning Monthly management accounts, board reporting and KPI analysisCashflow management, statutory accounts, tax and VAT complianceBusiness partnering with senior stakeholders to drive performance and profitabilityLeading, developing and mentoring a finance teamDriving process improvement, digital transformation and operational efficienciesSupporting sustainability initiatives, business projects and commercial decision-makingWe're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong leadership skills, excellent commercial acumen, and experience operating at Financial Controller level . Plus, excellent people skills.This is a hands-on leadership role with broad business exposure Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4yMzQ3Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-19T18:56:20Z

FP&A Accountant

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a successful and growing international business to recruit a qualified FP&A Accountant into its expanding finance function.This is a newly created opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who wants to take ownership of the FP&A agenda and have genuine influence across the wider business. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across Sales, Operations and Procurement, providing the insight, challenge and analysis that supports better business decisions.<h3>The Opportunity</h3>Reporting into the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in shaping how the business understands and manages its financial performance.Your responsibilities will include:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Owning the annual budgeting process and supporting ongoing financial planning.</li><li>Preparing monthly revenue, margin and profit forecasts.</li><li>Leading cross-functional revenue review meetings with Sales, Operations and Procurement.</li><li>Analysing P&L performance, investigating variances and challenging stakeholders where required.</li><li>Identifying trends, risks and opportunities and recommending appropriate corrective actions.</li><li>Business partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation.</li><li>Monitoring capital expenditure and supporting investment decisions and business cases.</li><li>Producing high-quality management reporting and ensuring consistent, accurate financial information across the business.</li><li>Developing reporting packs and improving the quality and accessibility of financial insight.</li><li>Supporting senior leadership with analysis and decision-making, with potential exposure to Board-level discussions.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong experience across FP&A, commercial finance or finance business partnering.You'll ideally bring:<ul data-spread="false"><li>5+ years' experience in FP&A or a commercially focused finance role.</li><li>Strong budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis experience.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills.</li><li>The confidence to challenge senior stakeholders and explain financial information to non-finance teams.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and strong financial modelling capability.</li><li>Experience working with ERP and financial reporting systems.</li><li>Excellent analytical and communication skills.</li><li>A proactive, commercially minded approach.</li></ul>Manufacturing experience would be highly desirable, although exceptional candidates from other sectors will be considered.<h3>Why Join?</h3>This is a great opportunity to join a business where FP&A is being built and developed, rather than simply stepping into an established reporting role.You'll have genuine ownership of the budgeting and forecasting cycle, regular interaction with senior stakeholders and the opportunity to influence decisions across the commercial and operational sides of the business.You'll also have the opportunity to shape reporting processes and help establish a stronger, more consistent approach to financial insight across the organisation.Salary: £60,000-£70,000 depending on experienceLocation: Slough - office-basedIf you're a qualified accountant looking for a commercially focused FP&A opportunity where you can make a visible impact, apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMDcwMDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-13T13:23:08Z