7 results for Programme Director in Southampton, Southampton

Interim Finance Manager

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Temporary
400 - 450 GBP / Yearly
<h2 data-section-id="y3b8tn" data-end="190" data-start="131">Interim Project Accountant / Project Finance Manager</h2>Location: Reading (Hybrid) Duration: 3-6 months Day Rate: Up to £450 per day Start Date: Immediate<h3 data-section-id="10rmw79" data-end="335" data-start="319">Overview</h3>We are supporting a growing SME (c.£10M turnover) in the appointment of an Interim Project Accountant / Project Finance Manager to bring structure, efficiency, and control to the finance function.This is a hands-on role focused on reducing the month-end close, improving core processes, and introducing practical automation. You will work closely with the Finance Lead, operating as a key member of a small team, and will be expected to deliver improvements quickly while supporting day-to-day finance activities.<h3 data-section-id="165gfiz" data-end="890" data-start="862">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="892" data-end="2016"><li data-end="1037" data-start="892" data-section-id="tolu11">Take ownership of the month-end close process, identifying inefficiencies and implementing improvements to significantly reduce timelines</li><li data-end="1161" data-start="1038" data-section-id="biyd6h">Work closely with the Finance Lead to streamline day-to-day finance processes, removing bottlenecks and manual work</li><li data-section-id="3ada6u" data-start="1162" data-end="1287">Deliver practical process improvements across key areas such as accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and reporting</li><li data-end="1425" data-start="1288" data-section-id="1f1q3lz">Introduce simple, effective automation (primarily using Excel and existing systems) to improve efficiency and reduce manual input</li><li data-section-id="nwri7y" data-start="1426" data-end="1528">Provide hands-on support during month-end, ensuring deadlines are met and outputs are accurate</li><li data-section-id="1i2ud67" data-start="1529" data-end="1606">Improve the quality, clarity, and consistency of management reporting</li><li data-section-id="1mvxmue" data-start="1607" data-end="1712">Review existing workflows and implement fit-for-purpose processes suitable for a growing business</li><li data-end="1831" data-start="1713" data-section-id="16n9o75">Support project accounting / cost tracking where required, providing clear visibility of financial performance</li><li data-start="1832" data-end="1920" data-section-id="ddxkgj">Provide technical accounting support in a practical and commercially focused way</li><li data-start="1921" data-end="2016" data-section-id="eyc2nk">Act as a key support within a small finance team, flexing across priorities as required</li></ul><h3 data-start="2023" data-end="2047" data-section-id="1rbfvvh">Key Requirements</h3><ul data-start="2049" data-end="2751"><li data-end="2107" data-start="2049" data-section-id="zncwg9">Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)</li><li data-section-id="1tc4i9j" data-end="2198" data-start="2108">Proven experience in an interim or hands-on finance role within an SME environment</li><li data-start="2199" data-end="2272" data-section-id="16cttu2">Strong track record of improving and accelerating month-end close</li><li data-section-id="kvcfwl" data-end="2360" data-start="2273">Experience in process improvement and simplification, with a pragmatic approach</li><li data-end="2406" data-start="2361" data-section-id="tx0gcb">Strong technical accounting knowledge</li><li data-start="2407" data-end="2509" data-section-id="19aikjr">Advanced Excel skills (comfortable building models, improving files, and automating processes)</li><li data-section-id="6gmgbk" data-end="2595" data-start="2510">Experience working with finance systems / ERP systems and improving their use</li><li data-section-id="eqgnfg" data-start="2596" data-end="2661">Comfortable working in a hands-on role within a lean team</li><li data-section-id="1h6i60y" data-end="2751" data-start="2662">Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with non-finance stakeholders</li></ul><h3 data-start="2758" data-end="2786" data-section-id="j7xpyz"> </h3>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/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNzE0NDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-17T08:32:24Z

Finance Manager

Chippenham, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in an exclusive partnership with a thriving business in Chippenham to recruit a newly created Finance Manager role on a full-time permanent basis. The Finance Manager will play a key role in a period of exciting transformation and growth. This position offers an opportunity for someone who enjoys a change-focused, fast-paced SME environment and wants to further develop their finance expertise in a collaborative team. The Finance Manager role would suit someone that is stepping up into their first Finance Manager position and someone that has recently qualified (3+ years PQE) within industry or practice. The salary is between £50,000 - £60,000 plus benefits and will be office based initially with potential to work from home 1-2 day in the long term. Key Responsibilities The main duties of the Finance Manager will consist of:<ul><li>Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts</li><li>Lead efficient close processes and ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Oversee cash flow, working capital, and treasury management activities</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and statutory requirements</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and drive digitisation/automation within finance</li><li>Support the development of KPIs and dashboards for performance monitoring</li><li>Managing, supporting and developing a small team</li><li>Deliver strategic support as part of a finance transformation road map</li><li>Partner across the business to deliver financial insights that drive value creation and support sustainable growth</li></ul> Requirements To be considered for the Finance Manager role, you must ideally possess the following skills/experience:<ul><li>ACCA, ACA, CIMA qualified with 3 years PQE, newly qualified or finalist will also be considered</li><li>Experience as a Finance Manager or in a similar finance leadership role within an SME or growth-focused business</li><li>Strong technical skills in accounting, reporting, and financial controls</li><li>Proven record of process improvement and operational optimisation</li><li>Proactive approach and forward thinking</li><li>Confident communicator, experienced in business partnering</li></ul> Salary & Benefits <ul><li>£50,000 - £60,000 annual salary</li><li>Annual bonus scheme</li><li>25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off</li><li>Employer pension contribution</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Employee recognition events</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4yNTk4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-14T13:38:37Z

Project Support Analyst

Andover, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
30000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a business in Andover to recruit for a newly created Project Support Analyst role. This is a permanent position offering a salary of up to £40,000, with hybrid working (four days in the office and one day remote).The Role You will join a small but growing Project Delivery team, supporting the organisation's digital transformation journey. In this role, you will work closely with the Project Manager on large-scale technology and business change initiatives, while also taking ownership of the end-to-end delivery of smaller projects.This opportunity is ideal for someone at the early stages of their project management career who is looking to gain exposure to a broad range of technology and business change projects. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process mapping and documentation</li><li>Data analysis and preparation </li><li>Project delivery support </li><li>Project planning</li></ul>About You <ul><li>Experience in process mapping and documenting operational workflows </li><li>Strong capability in data validation and analysis </li><li>Ability to prioritise and break down complex processes into clear and logical steps </li><li>Confident speaking to stakeholders</li></ul>On Offer<ul><li>Up to £40,000 </li><li>Hybrid working (4 days in office, 1 day remote) - based in Andover </li><li>25 days annual leave (plus 8 days BH) </li><li>Pension contributions </li><li>Life assurance 7x salary </li><li>Health insurance </li><li>Free 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/Um94eS5MYXcuMzg4NTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-05T17:21:18Z

Interim Finance Shared Service Specialist

England,
remote
Temporary
500 - 750 GBP / Daily
Interim Transformational Finance Shared Services Manager Contract: 6-9 Months Day Rate: Up to £750 per day IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Location: Fully Remote (UK) with limited UK and international travel at the start of the assignmentWe are currently seeking an experienced Interim Transformational Finance Shared Services Manager to lead a key Billing and Cash Collection transformation programme within a high-growth SaaS organisation.This role will focus on improving Order-to-Cash (O2C) processes, driving greater billing accuracy, and significantly enhancing cash collection performance. The successful candidate will undertake a rapid assessment of existing processes and implement improvements that strengthen the overall shared services finance operation.This is a hands-on transformation role suited to a career interim with a strong track record of delivering operational improvements and measurable financial impact within complex and fast-paced environments.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead the transformation of Billing and Cash Collection processes across the finance shared services function</li><li>Conduct a rapid diagnostic review of current Order-to-Cash processes, identifying inefficiencies and improvement opportunities</li><li>Implement improvements to billing accuracy, invoicing cycles, and collections performance</li><li>Drive reductions in DSO (Days Sales Outstanding) and improve overall cash conversion</li><li>Work closely with Finance, Sales, and Customer Success teams to ensure alignment between commercial activity and billing operations</li><li>Introduce best practice processes, controls, and reporting frameworks within the shared services environment</li><li>Deliver scalable improvements aligned to SaaS subscription and usage-based billing models</li><li>Engage with senior stakeholders and provide clear reporting on progress and outcomes</li></ul><h3>Candidate Requirements</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Career Interim Transformation Specialist with a strong portfolio of successful assignments</li><li>Proven experience delivering Finance Shared Services transformation programmes</li><li>Strong background in Billing, Invoicing and Cash Collection / Order-to-Cash transformation</li><li>Demonstrated ability to deliver improvements in DSO, billing efficiency, and cash collection performance</li><li>SaaS or subscription-based business experience is essential</li><li>Experience operating within international or multi-entity environments</li><li>Comfortable operating in both strategic and hands-on delivery roles</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Exposure to Procure-to-Pay (P2P) / Source-to-Pay processes</li><li>Experience implementing process automation or finance system improvements</li><li>Background in global shared services or SSC operating models</li></ul><h3>Additional Information</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Contract Duration: 6-9 months</li><li>Day Rate: £500 -£750 per day</li><li>IR35 Status: Outside IR35</li><li>Location: Fully remote with some UK and limited international travel at the beginning of the contract</li></ul>This opportunity would suit a high-calibre career interim who thrives in transformation environments and can deliver meaningful improvements within a defined contract period.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/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNjQwNTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-13T12:30:29Z

Finance Manager

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Temporary
450 - 460 GBP / Daily
🚨 Interim Opportunity: Finance Operations & Transformation Lead 🚨 📍 Reading (5 days onsite, parking available) 💼 6-9 month contract 💰 £450/day (Outside IR35) We're partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed environmental services group that is building a scalable, data-driven finance function to support continued acquisition and growth. This is a high-impact interim role supporting two established and expanding regional businesses. You'll play a key role in both finance transformation and day-to-day operations, helping deliver a new group-wide finance system while ensuring business-as-usual processes run smoothly. 🔧 Key Responsibilities Finance Transformation Support implementation of Sage Intacct as the group finance system Map, cleanse, and migrate financial data Review and improve finance processes to align with the new system Drive adoption of new ways of working across the business Support wider transformation project activities Finance Operations Assist with monthly management accounts and group reporting Support month-end close (accruals, prepayments, journals) Oversee AP/AR processes, invoicing, and reconciliations Manage bank postings and daily reconciliations Maintain balance sheet integrity and schedules Provide data and analysis for payroll and ad-hoc queries ✅ What We're Looking For An Experienced Qualified Accountant, hands-on finance professional who thrives in fast-paced SME environments Strong communicator with the ability to engage across all levels of the business Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail Advanced Excel skills Proven ability to meet deadlines under pressure High integrity and commitment to strong governance Desirable: Experience with Sage Intacct, Sage 200, Access Dimensions, or similar systems Background in waste, environmental services, or operational industries 🎯 What Success Looks Like Successful delivery of the finance system implementation on time Improved speed and accuracy of financial reporting Strong control environment with reconciled and up-to-date accounts If you're a proactive finance leader who enjoys rolling up your sleeves and driving meaningful change, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a growing organisation. 📩 Get in touch to learn more or apply. Activate to view larger image, 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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy43NzYxMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-21T07:32:45Z

Group Credit Manager

Slough, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Group Credit Manager Location: Hybrid - Slough area (3-4 days per week, with occasional travel to other offices) Salary: Highly competitive + comprehensive benefits package<h3>The Opportunity</h3>Reporting into senior finance leadership, this role will hold full responsibility for the credit control and accounts receivable function across the wider group. You will be tasked with driving cash collection performance, improving controls, reducing aged debt, and ensuring the function is scalable to support continued growth.This is a highly visible role with regular interaction across the wider business, requiring someone who can balance strategic leadership with hands-on operational management.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>Strategic Leadership & Ownership * Develop and implement a group-wide credit control strategy aligned to wider business growth and cashflow objectives * Own key performance metrics including DSO, overdue debt, cash collection, and debtor quality * Build a scalable credit function capable of supporting future acquisitions and integration activity * Provide meaningful reporting and insight to senior leadership around collections performance, risk exposure, and improvement opportunitiesTeam Management & Development * Lead and develop a multi-level team including Credit Control Team Leads, Credit Controllers, legacy debt teams, and cash allocation staff * Introduce clear KPIs, accountability frameworks, and service standards across the department * Drive a high-performance culture focused on ownership, continuous improvement, and collaboration * Support succession planning, coaching, recruitment, and resource planning as the business growsCredit Risk & Governance * Review and strengthen credit policies, procedures, and governance frameworks across all entities * Oversee credit limits, risk assessments, provisioning, write-offs, and escalated accounts * Ensure strong compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and financial best practice * Act as the senior escalation point for complex disputes, insolvencies, and high-risk balancesCommercial Business Partnering * Work closely with Managing Directors, Operations, Sales, Billing, and Finance teams to improve collection outcomes * Lead arrears review meetings and challenge stakeholders where action is required * Provide commercial insight into payment trends, customer behaviour, contractual exposure, and collection barriers * Ensure credit risk considerations are embedded into commercial decision-makingReporting, Forecasting & Month-End * Own debtor-related inputs into group cashflow forecasting * Ensure timely month-end close for receivables, reconciliations, ageing reviews, and provisions * Deliver accurate MI on collections performance, overdue balances, and risk trends * Act as key contact for audit queries relating to receivables and credit processesTransformation & Continuous Improvement * Lead projects to improve systems, processes, controls, and automation across the function * Support finance transformation programmes and acquisition integrations * Improve alignment between Credit Control, Billing, and Cash Allocation teams to maximise efficiency and service delivery<h3>Ideal Background</h3>* Extensive experience in senior Credit Control / Credit Management leadership roles * Proven track record leading larger or multi-layered teams * Experience operating in a multi-entity, acquisitive, or fast-growth environment * Demonstrable success improving DSO, reducing aged debt, and enhancing controls * Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders * Commercially astute, analytical, and comfortable working in a changing environment * Hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front<h3>Why This Role?</h3>This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious organisation in a period of continued growth. The role offers real autonomy, visibility, and the chance to shape a critical finance function while developing your career within a progressive 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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uOTcwMTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-01T10:57:47Z

Management Accountant

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 58000 GBP / Yearly
Management Accountant | Reading | Hybrid (3 days in office) | up to £58,000 + bonus (DoE)Robert Half are exclusively partnering with a well-established, family-owned business based in Reading that has built a strong reputation for quality, stability, and long-term growth. With a loyal customer base and continued investment in its people and infrastructure, the business combines the security of a longstanding brand with a modern, forward-thinking approach to finance and technology.The culture is genuinely collaborative, with a low-ego environment where ideas are welcomed and people work closely across functions. You'll be joining a finance team led by an approachable and highly regarded Head of Management Accounts, known for developing talent and giving individuals the autonomy to make a real impact.The Role This is a commercially focused Management Accountant position with ownership of Group cost reporting, acting as a key Business Partner to the Tech function and overhead cost centres. You'll have strong exposure to senior stakeholders and play a visible role in supporting decision-making.Key responsibilities include:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Owning monthly management accounts for Group costs and overheads</li><li>Partnering with Tech on capex, timesheets and cost control</li><li>Delivering clear variance analysis, commentary and rolling forecasts</li><li>Maintaining capitalisation processes and fixed asset accounting</li><li>Supporting budgets, business cases and project analysis</li><li>Involvement in cashflow forecasting, VAT, intercompany and audit</li></ul>What they're looking for<ul data-spread="false"><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</li><li>Strong grounding in UK GAAP (FRS102)</li><li>Proven ability to build relationships and influence non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Comfortable working in a flexible, autonomous environment</li><li>A proactive mindset with a focus on adding commercial value</li></ul>Why this role stands out<ul data-spread="false"><li>Stable, growing business with a strong track record</li><li>Supportive leadership and clear development opportunities</li><li>Collaborative culture with close interaction across the business</li><li>Genuine scope to influence and improve processes</li><li>Hybrid working (3 days in the office)</li></ul>If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, partner closely with the business and work in a supportive environment, apply today!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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuODI1MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-01T09:37:12Z