62 results for Finance Accounting in Southampton, Southampton

Senior Group Accountant

Corsham, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo Group on a Senior Group Accountant opportunity. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual to join a growing healthcare organisation and play a key role in supporting the continued growth and operational performance of the business. The Company Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo Group are leading healthcare providers delivering specialist services across the UK. Together, they bring a highly experienced team providing comprehensive cancer care, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, haematology, chemotherapy, research, pharmacy, theragnostic 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. The Role A newly created Senior Group Accountant role that will support the opening of a new site in Reading, where you will be main point of contact leading on all finance operations. The role offers broad exposure across management accounting, financial accounting, group reporting, business partnering and process improvement, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a commercially focused finance environment. You will work closely with the CFO and the wider UK finance team, senior leadership and operational stakeholders, providing accurate financial information and meaningful insight to support business decisions. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Lead the month-end close, including journals, accruals, prepayments, revenue, payroll, balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger integrity.</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets and performance analysis, providing clear commentary on financial results and variances.</li><li>Support group reporting, consolidation and intercompany accounting, alongside statutory reporting, year-end audit and VAT compliance.</li><li>Provide commercial and financial insight to operational stakeholders, including KPI reporting, payor analysis, pricing and contract modelling, procurement analysis and profitability reviews.</li><li>Partner with non-finance stakeholders to improve cost control, financial understanding and business performance.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to improve financial processes, controls, reporting and systems, supporting continuous improvement across the organisation.</li><li>Build strong relationships across Finance, Operations and senior leadership, communicating complex financial information clearly and effectively.</li><li>This role will support the UK expansion, with several centres expected to open across the country. As a result, some travel will be required as part of the role.</li><li>The office locations will be split between Corsham (Head Office) and Reading, with weekly attendance required in each location depending on priorities of the business.</li></ul> About You We are looking for a qualified Accountant with at least four years' relevant experience who is ready to take on a broad and progressive role. You will ideally bring:<ul><li>Strong financial accounting and management accounting experience.</li><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li>A good understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP, financial controls and reporting requirements.</li><li>Strong Excel and financial systems capability.</li><li>Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to turn financial data into meaningful commercial insight.</li><li>Experience of business partnering and communicating with non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>A proactive approach to process improvement and problem solving.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.</li><li>Experience within healthcare or a multi-site service environment would be advantageous but is not essential.</li></ul> What's on offer? <ul><li>£65,000 - £75,000 annual salary</li><li>Company car</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Annual leave of 25 days + bank holidays (increasing to 27 days after 3 years' service)</li><li>Pension - you will be auto-enrolled after 3 months of employment at 5% (with an employer contribution of 4%). You can also opt to increase your contribution to 6% to which the employer will contribute 8%.</li><li>Generous Life Assurance package (10 x salary, capped at 300k)</li><li>Access to Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and virtual GP service</li><li>Pharmaxo Engage is our Reward & Recognition intranet which includes shopping discounts and benefits.</li></ul> Why Join? This is a newly created position offering genuine scope to shape the role, influence processes and develop alongside a growing business. You will gain exposure across the full spectrum of finance, from core financial accounting and group reporting through to commercial financial analysis, business partnering and strategic decision support. Furthermore, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career and establish themselves as a key member of the finance team. If you're looking for a varied, challenging and progressive role where you can combine technical accounting expertise with commercial business partnering, we'd love to hear from you. Please note any direct and third party-applications shall be sent through to Patrick Chung at Robert Half.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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy45OTU2OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-27T14:58:22Z

Commercial Management Accountant

Shepton Mallet, Somerset
remote
Permanent
55000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Commercial Management AccountantRobert Half are delighted to be partnering with AJ & RG Barber Ltd, a highly successful, family-owned manufacturing business with a rich heritage and an impressive growth story. Having expanded from a £67m business to over £195m turnover in just 14 years, Barber's continues to invest in its people, systems and operations while maintaining the close-knit culture and values of a family business.This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join the business at a significant stage of growth and transformation. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in commercial decision-making, financial reporting, data analytics and business partnering across multiple entities within the Group.The OpportunityThis is far more than a traditional management accounting role.You will become a trusted finance partner across the organisation, supporting operational, commercial and leadership teams with insightful analysis, costing models, pricing strategies and performance reporting. The position offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on business performance.With recent ERP investment and a growing focus on business intelligence, the role offers the chance to leverage tools such as Dynamics 365 Business Central, Power BI and advanced analytics to drive better decision-making across the Group.The culture is collaborative, relaxed and highly autonomous. Individuals are trusted to take ownership, challenge processes and drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead financial reporting and management accounting activities across multiple Group subsidiaries.</li><li>Produce insightful monthly management accounts, variance analysis and performance reporting.</li><li>Partner with operational, commercial and procurement teams to support business performance.</li><li>Develop robust costing, margin and pricing models to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Deliver inventory, profitability and commercial analysis to identify opportunities and risks.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes.</li><li>Work extensively with Dynamics 365 Business Central, Power BI and data analytics tools.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across reporting, systems and finance processes.</li><li>Support group-wide financial control, governance and reporting requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders across Somerset and Dorset operations.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Strong management accounting and financial reporting background.</li><li>Experience within manufacturing, FMCG, food production or a similar operational environment would be highly advantageous.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with proven business partnering capability.</li><li>Experience developing costing, pricing or financial modelling frameworks.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience with Power BI, ERP systems or data analytics tools.</li><li>Experience working in a multi-entity group environment.</li><li>Self-motivated, proactive and comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy.</li><li>Experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central and multi-currency reporting would be beneficial.</li></ul> Salary & Benefits<ul><li>£60,000 - £70,000 salary</li><li>Hybrid working (typically 4 days office / 1 day home)</li><li>33 days annual leave</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme</li><li>Significant autonomy and exposure to senior leadership</li><li>Opportunity to join a growing, highly successful British manufacturing business</li><li>Strong family-business culture combined with commercial ambition and continuous investment</li></ul>LocationBased at the Group's headquarters near Shepton Mallet, with travel to Dorchester and Wellington sites as required.Why Join AJ & RG Barber?This is a rare opportunity to join a financially robust, growing business where finance is viewed as a genuine commercial partner. You'll have visibility across the wider Group, exposure to strategic projects, access to modern reporting tools and the chance to shape decision-making at every level of the organisation whilst enjoying the positive culture of a successful family-owned business. 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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4yMjE3MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-10T09:05:27Z

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

Part Time Accountant

Wallingford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
35000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation based in Walingford to recruit a Part Time Accountant (3 days per week). The Part Time Accountant will receive a full equivalent salary of £45,000 (£27,000 take home after pro rata) plus additional benefits including mostly remote working - you will only need to go into the office 1 day per week! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li> Prepare monthly management accounts for review by the Financial Controller.</li><li>Analyse sales performance and provide insightful reporting.</li><li>Prepare and maintain stock reports, ensuring inventory values are accurate.</li><li>Process and reconcile monthly accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register, including depreciation calculations and asset reconciliations.</li><li>Perform balance sheet reconciliations and assist with month-end close activities.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes as required.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>Previous experience in a similar accounting or finance role.</li><li>Experience preparing management accounts.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Good understanding of accruals, fixed assets and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with accounting systems.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>A professional, reliable and collaborative approach.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMDUzNDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-04T21:24:33Z

Management Accountant

Wallingford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation in Wallingford to recruit a Management Accountant. The Management Accountant will receive a salary of up to £45,000 along with other attractive benefits including hybrid remote working; 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Prepare and post monthly journals, including accruals, prepayments and other month-end adjustments.</li><li>Assist with the production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li>Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate any variances.</li><li>Support the month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Prepare and submit VAT returns and assist with other statutory reporting requirements.</li><li>Support the budgeting and forecasting process, including variance analysis and financial reporting.</li><li>Produce project costing reports and monitor project profitability.</li><li>Analyse financial information and provide meaningful insights to support business decisions.</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors where required.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and strengthen financial controls.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>AAT qualified, part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA or ACA), or qualified by experience (QBE).</li><li>Previous experience in a management accounting or assistant management accounting role.</li><li>A solid understanding of month-end accounting processes, journals, reconciliations and VAT.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience using accounting software.</li><li>The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNTUxNzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-04T21:24:43Z

Management Accountant

Basingstoke, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
55000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is working with an established Financial Services business to recruit a Management Accountant into its Finance team.This is an opportunity for a qualified accountant who thinks differently.Our client is looking for someone who combines strong accounting fundamentals with a genuine interest in systems, data and technology. Someone who enjoys understanding how data gets from source systems into Finance, isn't afraid to get into the detail, and is interested in finding better ways of doing things.This is a role for someone who wants to be part of the future development of finance, rather than simply maintaining existing processes.<h3>What will you be doing?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Preparing and delivering monthly management accounts, reconciliations, journals and financial reporting across the Group and its subsidiaries.</li><li>Getting underneath existing month-end processes, understanding how they work and identifying where they can be rebuilt or improved.</li><li>Working with source systems and large datasets to investigate data quality, discrepancies and reporting issues.</li><li>Using Excel, VBA/macros, SQL, Power BI, AI or other technology to improve processes, automate repetitive work and make financial information more reliable.</li><li>Developing meaningful KPIs, variance analysis and management information to support decision-making.</li><li>Working with colleagues across Finance and the wider business to improve the flow and quality of information into Finance.</li><li>Contributing to the development and upskilling of the wider Finance team.</li><li>Supporting senior Finance stakeholders with wider projects and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul><h3>What are we looking for?</h3>We're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a solid grounding in management accounting and financial reporting.Financial Services, banking, fintech, insurance or another regulated environment would be highly relevant, but we're also interested in accountants from other sectors who can demonstrate the right technical mindset.More important than having a long list of technical qualifications is being someone who:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Is genuinely interested in systems, data and technology.</li><li>Enjoys working with large datasets and complex reconciliations.</li><li>Isn't afraid to get into the detail and understand where the numbers come from.</li><li>Looks at a process and thinks "there must be a better way of doing this."</li><li>Has an appetite to use AI, automation, VBA/macros, SQL, Power BI or similar tools to improve Finance.</li><li>Can combine technical curiosity with strong accounting fundamentals.</li><li>Is confident working with stakeholders and challenging established processes constructively.</li></ul><h3>Why is this role different?</h3>The business is looking for a finance recruit for the future.You won't simply be expected to produce the numbers and move on. You'll have the opportunity to understand the underlying systems and data, help rebuild inefficient month-end processes, improve reporting and controls, and contribute to the development of the finance function.It would suit an accountant who is perhaps a little different from the traditional profile - someone who enjoys accounting but also enjoys working out how things work, solving problems and using technology to make them better. If you're a qualified accountant who is not afraid of data, systems or technology and wants to play a role in shaping the future of finance, we'd be keen 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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuOTQwODYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-28T10:27:23Z

Credit Controller

Bath, Somerset
remote
Temporary
15.38 - 16.41 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half are supporting a business based in Bath, who are looking for an interim Credit Controller to join their team.This role presents an opportunity for an individual with good communication skills and a finance background to contribute to the efficient functioning of the receivables operations.Start Date: ASAPRole: Credit ControllerDuration: 2 - 3 monthsHourly Rate: £15.38ph - £16.41phOffice BasedFull TimeWorking hours: 30 - 35 hours per weekResponsibilities:<ul><li>Credit Control </li><li>Inbox Queries</li><li>Cash Receipting</li><li>Setting up customer accounts, credit checking and managing credit limits</li><li>Reduce overall debtor levels</li><li>Adhoc duties as required.</li></ul>Required experience/background:<ul><li>Excellent communication</li><li>Team player</li><li>Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills</li></ul>For more information on this role please apply online or drop me an email with 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/bGV3aXMueW91bmcuMjI0MDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-18T13:45:10Z

Transactional Accountant

Wallingford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 42000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation based in Wallingford to recruit a Transactional Accountant. The Transactional Accountant will receive a salary of up to £42,000 along with other attractive benefits including mostly remote working - you will be required in the office 2-3 times per month! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Match supplier invoices to purchase orders/goods received documentation and ensure they are appropriately authorised, and booked into accounting system</li><li>Resolve any discrepancies and deal with supplier queries</li><li>To ensure that customer invoicing, supplier invoices, expenses and other transactional type tasks are delivered to an acceptable standard and within allotted timescales </li><li>To ensure month end tasks are completed including handovers to management accountants and other analytical / control information such as run rates and deferred pivots </li><li>To ensure the support and other inboxes for all systems (GP, concur etc.) are adequately covered and the service to end users is efficient. This will include the monitoring of performance versus SLA's</li><li>Assist in projects for systems or process improvements as well as projects provided by the Divisional Finance Manager or your direct manager. </li><li>Contribute to the success of the overall corporate strategy</li><li>Process cash allocation where necessary.</li><li>Implement improvements to existing processes / systems as required</li><li>Involvement with integrations of new business units</li><li>Undertake ad hoc and other finance duties as required</li><li>Complete accurate and thorough handovers to the management accountants at month end</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>AAT qualification would be advantageous</li><li>Previous experience in transactional functions.</li><li>Commercial acumen and financial analysis skills </li><li>Excellent IT skills including a high level of proficiency in Excel </li><li>You will have strong interpersonal skills with both written and verbal communication skills at all levels, with a confident and professional telephone manner</li><li>A demonstrated ability to process large quantity of data quickly and effectively, to deliver results</li><li>You will have a strong work ethic and be highly organised and methodical</li><li>Solution-focused, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks</li><li>Persistent and resilient under pressure</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNDYyNjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-01T15:45:44Z

Trainee Accountant

Bradford-On-Avon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Trainee Accountant to join a well-recognised Professional Services company based in Bradford-on-Avon. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:£30,000 - £35,000 plus study support package, hybrid remote working and wider benefits package Roles and responsibilities over time will include but not limited to: <ul><li>Support agreed purchase order processes, including assisting staff with raising, editing, approving and receipting of purchase orders</li><li>Involved in production of month-end accounts</li><li>Prepayments and accruals processing through the ledger for month end accounting</li><li>Produce aged creditors reports and review regularly. Take appropriate actions to maintain tidy and accurate purchase ledger accounts</li><li>Reconcile the month end accounts payable to the ledger</li><li>Take ownership of the invoice processing system, maintaining vendor templates and monitoring processing accuracy</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely payments are made to suppliers and remittance advices are sent in a timely manner</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements where received</li><li>Communication with budget holders and suppliers</li><li>Learn how payroll works in HR Information System</li><li>Gain knowledge and experience to ultimately be responsible for monthly pension accounting and processing to include query resolution</li><li>Ownership of the timeliness, accuracy and integrity of month-end payroll processes and journalling into accounts</li><li>Ensuring all payroll queries are responded to within agreed timeframe. Either responding directly, delegating appropriately or liaising with other departments to ensure an appropriate resolution is reached</li><li>Take responsibility for the Fixed Assets Register</li><li>Perform monthly bank reconciliations and journalling for income accounting including accruals</li><li>Be part of the team working with external auditors to provide information and respond to queries</li></ul>Person specification:<ul><li>Currently studying towards / ready begin professional qualification (ACA / ACMA / ACCA)</li><li>Relevant degree related to the role (AAT also considered)</li><li>Current experience working within a finance team</li><li>Competent using IT tools with experience using MS packages - can demonstrate Excel skills</li><li>Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>An active willingness and ability to learn and develop new knowledge and skills</li><li>A confident communicator who works well within a team</li></ul> £30,000 - £35,000 plus study support package, hybrid remote working and wider benefits packageRobert 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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi4xNzQzMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-12T13:41:39Z

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

Finance Manager

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with a successful and growing organisation in Swindon to recruit a Finance Manager on a full-time permanent basis. The Finance Manager will play a key role in managing the day-to-day finance function, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, and providing commercial insight to support business growth. You will manage and develop a small finance team, while working closely with senior stakeholders and wider finance teams to ensure strong financial controls, compliance and effective business partnering. The salary is between £55,000 - £65,000 plus hybrid working and other excellent benefits. Key Responsibilities The main duties of the Finance Manager role will consist of: <ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading the monthly management accounts process, ensuring accurate, complete and timely management accounts, including review of overheads, trial balances and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Business partnering with stakeholders to provide commercial insight, financial analysis and support for business growth, pricing and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Overseeing tax, VAT, statutory accounts and audit requirements, acting as a key finance contact for year-end audits and ensuring all compliance deadlines are met.</li><li>Managing a small team; providing coaching, guidance and performance management.</li><li>Driving finance process improvements and strong financial controls, identifying opportunities to improve systems and general processes.</li><li>Overseeing intercompany accounting and general ledger activity.</li><li>Supporting with strategic projects, while building strong relationships with wider finance teams and acting as a trusted finance business partner.</li></ul> About you.. To be considered for the Finance Manager role, you will ideally have: <ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience across month-end and year-end processes.</li><li>Experience managing or supervising a finance team.</li><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or an experienced Finance Manager that is qualified by significant relevant experience.</li><li>Experience with general ledger and intercompany accounting, and financial reporting.</li><li>Previous experience within an audit environment would be desirable.</li><li>Excellent communication skills. </li><li>Strong relationship building skills. </li><li>Good attention to detail. </li><li>An interest in improving/refining processes and adding value beyond day-to-day finance duties.</li></ul><h2> </h2>Salary & Benefits <ul data-spread="false"><li>£55,000 - £65,000 annual salary</li><li>Hybrid working; 2 days in the office, 3 days from home</li><li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) </li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>Life assurance </li><li>Cycle to work scheme </li><li>Holiday purchase 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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4yMjE0Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-21T09:08:47Z

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

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

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

Assistant Accountant

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with a highly regarded, thriving company in Swindon to recruit an Assistant Accountant role on a full-time permanent basis. This is an exciting role that will provide exposure the month-end process, whilst carrying various transactional finance tasks and business partnering with stakeholders. The Assistant Accountant position is an ideal opportunity for an AAT, CIMA, ACCA studier that is looking for a step up and gain more month-end management accounting experience and career progression. The salary is between £30,000 - £35,000 plus study support, annual bonus and hybrid working. Main responsibilities The keys duties of the Assistant Accountant role will consist of: <ul><li>Supporting the production of monthly management accounts. </li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Fixed assets and depreciation.</li><li>Bank reconciliations.</li><li>General ledger postings.</li><li>Supporting with accounts payable and accounts receivable related tasks.</li><li>Bank posting.</li><li>Liaising with stakeholders and dealing with queries. </li></ul> Requirements To be considered for the Assistant Accountant role, you must ideally possess the following skills/experience: <ul><li>Must have experience within a Finance/Accounts Assistant role, preferably with exposure to month-end processes; journals, accruals, prepayments. </li><li>Ideally an AAT, CIMA or ACCA studier. </li><li>Strong communication skills. </li><li>Good attention to detail. </li><li>Good team player. </li><li>Adaptable and self-sufficient.</li><li>Confident user of Excel. </li></ul> Salary & Benefits <ul><li>£30,000 - £35,000 annual salary </li><li>Study support</li><li>Hybrid working; 3 days on site, 2 days from home</li><li>Annual discretionary bonus </li><li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) </li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>On site parking</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy44Mzc5OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-04T17:25:57Z

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

Credit Controller

Wallingford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
29000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation based in Wallingford to recruit a Credit Controller. The Credit Controller will receive a salary of up £30,000 along with other attractive benefits including mostly remote working, you only need to be in the office 2 days per month. Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Call and e-mail customers to discuss and collect payments</li><li>Make notes of findings in the accounting system for reference</li><li>Review aged debt report daily to identify overdue debt</li><li>Provide special focus on the collection of aged (6 month +) and problematic debt</li><li>Help to facilitate the resolution of customer queries with the appropriate internal staff to ensure payment is received</li><li>Manage credit referencing</li><li>Monitor credit limits and payment terms</li><li>Input cash receipts daily to identify outstanding remittances</li><li>Allocate cash received and reconciliation of customer accounts</li><li>Send out overdue account statements and further reminders in line with Company Control Policy</li><li>Prepare cash and age debtor reports. To distribute to accurate reports in a timely manner as required.</li><li>Working alongside Business Unit Managers to help drive KPI targets</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>ERP System experience</li><li>A demonstrated ability to process large quantity of data quickly and effectively and to deliver results</li><li>Strong commercial acumen and financial analysis skills</li><li>Excellent IT skills including a high level of proficiency in Excel</li><li>Good communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>You will have a strong work ethic and be highly organised and methodical</li><li>Solution-focused, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.</li><li>Persistent and resilient under pressure, with a good sense of humour</li><li>You will be detailed oriented and accurate with the ability to review your own work and detect and fix errors prior to your managers review</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMzgwNjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-16T15:52:51Z

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

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

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

Accounts Assistant

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in partnership with a well-established and growing business on the outskirts of Swindon to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join its finance team on a full-time permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant that is looking for a new challenge and add value, whilst looking to develop their career within a fast-paced and supportive environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting day-to-day finance operations, ensuring financial records are accurate and processes run smoothly. Salary between £30,000 - £35,000 plus benefits. <h3> </h3>The Role The main duties of the Accounts Assistant role will consist of: <ul><li>Processing purchase ledger and sales ledger invoices</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries</li><li>Bank reconciliations</li><li>preparing payment runs</li><li>Posting cash and allocating payments</li><li>Assisting with credit control activities where required</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation</li><li>Supporting the month-end close process</li><li>Liaising with internal and external stakeholders regarding finance queries</li></ul><h3> </h3>Requirements To be considered for the Accounts Assistant role, you must ideally have the following skills/experience: <ul><li>Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or similar role</li><li>AAT qualified or qualified by experience</li><li>Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy</li><li>Good working knowledge of Excel and finance systems</li><li>Excellent organisational and communication skills</li><li>Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines</li><li>A proactive and positive approach to work</li></ul> Salary & Benefits <ul><li>£30,000 - £35,000 annual salary</li><li>25 days annual leave</li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>On site parking</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy40NjMxOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-28T17:05:59Z

Management Accountant

Weybridge, Surrey
remote
Contract
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Management Accountant £60,000 - £65,000 12 Month FTC Weybridge Hybrid 3 days in office Flexible working times available I'm currently working with a successful and growing organisation who are looking to appoint a talented Management Accountant to join their finance team on an initial 12-month fixed term contract, based in Weybridge. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys being more than just a numbers person - someone who wants to provide insight, improve processes, and work closely with stakeholders across the business. 📌 Key responsibilities include: ✅ Producing accurate monthly management accounts and financial reporting ✅ Supporting month-end close, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and journals ✅ Providing analysis and commentary to support business decisions ✅ Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning ✅ Partnering with auditors and professional advisors ✅ Improving reporting processes, systems and data quality ✅ Supporting commercial reporting and business intelligence initiatives 🔎 We're looking for: * ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience) * Strong management accounting experience * Excellent Excel skills (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS etc.) * Commercial mindset with strong analytical ability * Experience with ERP systems and reporting tools is advantageous 💰 Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 📍 Location: Weybridge (hybrid working available) 📅 Contract: 12-month Fixed Term Contract This is a great opportunity for someone looking to join a high-performing finance team, gain excellent exposure, and make a genuine impact. 📩 Interested, or know someone who could be a great fit? Please get in touch for a confidential conversation. hashtag#ManagementAccountant hashtag#FinanceJobs hashtag#Accountancy hashtag#QualifiedAccountant hashtag#ACCA hashtag#CIMA hashtag#ACA hashtag#FinanceCareers hashtag#Weybridge hashtag#SurreyJobs hashtag#Hiring 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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy4xNjMwNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-28T14:44:38Z

Finance Business Partner

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
45000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in partnership with an established organisation in Swindon to recruit a Finance Business Partner role on a full-time permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity that will play a pivotal role in business partnering with a specific entity, presenting to stakeholders and carrying out financial analysis and reporting tasks as well as month-end management accounting duties. The Finance Business Partner role will be suitable for someone that is part/newly qualified in CIMA/ACCA/ACA, has proven management accounting experience and someone that is keen to thrive within a business partnering capacity and progress within a business that is renowned for offering long-term career development. The salary is between £45,000 - £55,000 plus study support, hybrid working, annual bonus and other excellent benefits. The Role The main duties of the Finance Business Partner will consist of the following: <ul><li>Preparing the budgets and forecasts.</li><li>P&L analysis and reporting. </li><li>Balance sheet review and reporting. </li><li>Financial analysis; variances, risk/opportunities, trends.</li><li>Month end reporting; accruals, prepayments, journals, reconciliations. </li><li>Business partnering with various stakeholders; presenting financial data and building/maintaining strong relationships. </li></ul> Requirements To be considered for the Finance Business Partner role, you must ideally possess the following skills/experience: <ul><li>Must have experience within a management accounting role. </li><li>Ideally part/newly qualified in CIMA/ACCA/ACA, Qualified by experience with relevant industry experience would also be considered. </li><li>Strong communication skills. </li><li>Strong relationship building skills. </li><li>Excellent attention to detail. </li><li>Innovative mindset. </li><li>Confident user of Excel. </li></ul> Salary & Benefits <ul><li>£45,000 - £55,000 annual salary. </li><li>Study support. </li><li>Hybrid working; 2-3 days on site. </li><li>Annual bonus scheme. </li><li>Company car scheme. </li><li>Private healthcare. </li><li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)</li><li>Pension 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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy44NTI1Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-04T10:54:17Z

Cash Allocation Clerk

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Contract
16 - 19 GBP / Hourly
Cash Allocation Clerk - £16 - £19 per hour + holiday pay - Datchet - 3 month contract (Likely to go permanent) - Office based Job SummaryThe Cash Allocation Clerk is responsible for accurately processing and allocating customer payments to the appropriate accounts, ensuring customer balances are up to date and financial records remain accurate. The role involves investigating payment discrepancies, reconciling accounts, and working closely with internal teams and customers to resolve allocation issues promptly.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process and allocate customer payments received via bank transfer, cheque, direct debit, credit card, and other payment methods.</li><li>Ensure all cash receipts are accurately posted to customer accounts within agreed service levels.</li><li>Investigate and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, over-payments, and unidentified receipts.</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and bank receipts on a daily basis.</li><li>Liaise with customers to obtain remittance advice where required.</li><li>Work closely with Credit Control, Sales, Customer Service, and Finance teams to resolve payment allocation queries.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of all cash allocation activities.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end financial close processes.</li><li>Assist with bank reconciliations and reporting as required.</li><li>Monitor shared mailboxes and respond to allocation queries promptly.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company financial controls and accounting policies.</li></ul>Essential<ul><li>Previous experience in a cash allocation, accounts receivable, or finance administration role.</li><li>Experience processing high volumes of customer payments.</li><li>Good understanding of accounting principles relating to accounts receivable.</li><li>Experience reconciling customer accounts.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.</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/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS42NjIyNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-28T12:51:12Z

Accounts Assistant

Bristol, Bristol
remote
Temporary
17.00 - 18.00 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half is recruiting for a Accounts Assistant to join a business based near Bristol on an initial 6-month temporary contract.The key requirement for this role is strong experience using Dynamics 365 Business Central (formerly Navision/NAV), alongside a solid grounding in day-to-day transactional finance.Key Responsibilities Processing purchase ledger and sales ledger transactionsBank reconciliations and cash allocationMaintaining accurate financial records within Dynamics 365 Business Central Assisting with VAT returns and month-end activitiesResolving supplier and customer account queriesSupporting the wider finance team with ad hoc dutiesEssential Skills & Experience Strong Dynamics 365 Business Central (NAV/Navision) experience Previous experience in a Finance Clerk, Accounts Assistant or similar roleKnowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processesBank reconciliation and cash allocation experience Good Excel skills Strong attention to detail and ability to work independentlyDetails Location: Near BristolContract: Temporary Duration: 6 Months Start Date: ASAP 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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci43Nzc0NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-11T15:12:59Z