98 results for Assistant Financial Accountant in Southend, Southend-on-Sea

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Financial Accountant</h1>London | Hybrid Working | Up to £67,000 PackageRobert Half is exclusively partnering with a market-leading infrastructure business to recruit a Financial Accountant for its high-performing finance team.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys technical accounting, balance sheet control and process improvement within a complex, large-scale environment. The role offers exposure to senior finance leadership and the opportunity to contribute to the development of finance processes and controls across a growing business.<h2>The Role</h2>Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Financial Accountant will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial reporting, managing balance sheet risk and supporting the wider financial control function.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and controls</li><li>Full responsibility for fixed asset accounting and capital expenditure reporting</li><li>Reviewing and improving financial processes and internal controls</li><li>Coordinating internal control and audit activities</li><li>Monitoring and reconciling intercompany balances</li><li>Supporting external reporting requirements</li><li>Assisting with year-end and interim audit processes</li><li>Providing technical accounting guidance to finance and operational stakeholders</li><li>Supporting wider financial control initiatives and projects</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge</li><li>Experience within financial accounting, financial control or audit</li><li>Strong balance sheet and fixed asset accounting experience</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems</li><li>Proactive approach with strong attention to detail</li></ul><h2>Package & Benefits</h2><ul><li>Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office)</li><li>Annual bonus opportunity</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Exposure to senior leadership</li><li>Clear progression opportunities</li><li>Collaborative and supportive finance team</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is exclusively managing this recruitment process. 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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4yNzYwNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-31T14:45:37Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
50000 - 550000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Financial Accountant</h1>Horsham | Office-Based | Competitive Salary + BenefitsRobert Half is partnering with a leading specialist services organisation to recruit a qualified Financial Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and evolving business operating within a highly regulated environment, offering genuine scope for career development and progression.Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in owning month-end accounting processes, ensuring balance sheet integrity, and supporting financial control across the business. The position offers broad exposure across reporting, audit, cash flow, working capital, and finance transformation initiatives.<h2>The Role</h2>Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Leading the month-end close process and ensuring timely reporting deadlines are met</li><li>Producing monthly revenue, gross margin, and management reporting</li><li>Owning key balance sheet areas including accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, stock, capital expenditure, and other control accounts</li><li>Managing revenue recognition and project accounting activities where required</li><li>Supporting VAT reporting and statutory compliance obligations</li><li>Acting as a key contact for external auditors throughout the annual audit process</li><li>Maintaining and developing financial controls within the accounting system</li><li>Supporting weekly cash flow forecasting and payment processes</li><li>Monitoring working capital performance, including WIP, invoicing processes, and aged debt management</li><li>Partnering with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight and challenge</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve processes, automation, systems, and reporting capabilities</li><li>Supporting finance transformation and continuous improvement projects</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>The ideal candidate will possess:<ul><li>Qualified ACA, ACCA</li><li>Strong financial accounting and month-end close experience</li><li>Proven experience managing journals, reconciliations, reporting schedules, and general ledger activities</li><li>Excellent balance sheet control and technical accounting skills</li><li>Strong Excel capabilities, including pivot tables, reconciliations, and data analysis</li><li>Experience working with ERP/accounting systems (Business Central experience advantageous)</li><li>Previous exposure to external audits and statutory reporting processes</li><li>A proactive and inquisitive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement</li><li>Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with both finance and operational stakeholders</li><li>The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and perform well within reporting deadlines</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation</li><li>Direct exposure to senior leadership and business decision-making</li><li>Broad and varied role with significant ownership and responsibility</li><li>Clear progression and personal development opportunities</li><li>Involvement in systems, process improvement, and finance transformation projects</li><li>Collaborative and supportive working environment</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 equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. 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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi40ODM2Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-02T07:09:31Z

Financial Accountant

London, London
remote
Temporary
350.00 - 425.00 GBP / Daily
Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a leading Investment firm in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, interim Qualified Financial Accountant for 3 months.Role:Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Qualified Accountant to join their finance team.In this role you will be responsible for the following duties: <ul><li>Manage the group consolidation process</li><li>Consolidate financial results across all subsidiaries to produce the Group Balance Sheet</li><li>Oversee the reconciliation of intercompany balances and transactions and resultant eliminations</li><li>Resolve discrepancies with subsidiary finance teams o Manage foreign currency translation</li><li>Support to the Financial Reporting and Control team through month end </li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Lead on technical accounting matters including: Preparing schedules and posting entries for Group leases under IFRS16. Preparing schedules and posting entries for Group schemes under IFRS2. Entries arising from Group accounting under IFRS3</li><li>Preparation of annual statutory accounts</li><li>Preparation of Group Cash Flow Statement</li><li>Impairment reviews</li><li>Liaising with external auditors and advisors</li></ul>Profile:The successful interim Financial Accountant will be a practice trained qualified accountant who has extensive technical, financial reporting experience. You will have strong working knowledge of IFRS and be able to support year end. You must be immediate or on a 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role. Client:Our client is a global investment firm based in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, Qualified Financial Accountant for 3 months to support during half year end. This role will be office based 4 days per week with one day working from home.Salary & Benefits:This interim Financial Accountant role will be paying £350-425 per day dependant on experience.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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi43NTM5MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-05T15:06:32Z

Financial Accountant

London, London
remote
Temporary
300 - 350 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Financial Accountant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for the following duties:<ul><li>Maintain accurate financial records, including journals, reconciliations and general ledger postings.</li><li>Manage cash transactions, bank reconciliations, expenses and company credit cards.</li><li>Oversee sales invoicing and support credit control and cash collection.</li><li>Prepare VAT and WHT returns.</li><li>Support monthly management accounts, including contract asset and liability accounting.</li><li>Assist with forecasting, budgeting and commercial reporting, including backlog and pipeline reporting.</li><li>Support year-end reporting, statutory audits and ad hoc financial analysis.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and reporting.</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely financial information.</li><li>System - NetSuite</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Financial Accountant will be qualified.You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a leading Renewable Energy Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:This temporary Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £300-£350 per day via an umbrella company, dependant on experience. 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/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjA2MDkwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-09T16:07:44Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
425 - 475 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary,Financial Accountant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for the following duties:<ul><li>Creating audit pack across 20 entities.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Intercompany reconciliations</li><li>Variance / commentary</li><li>Ad-hoc finance work</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Financial Accountant will either be ACA or ACCA qualified and have experience with IFRS.This role requires you to be in the office 5 days per week.You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a leading SaaS business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.Salary & Benefits:This temporary Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £425-£475 per day via an umbrella company, dependant on experience.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/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjU4NzkxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-22T11:29:44Z

Senior Financial Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Senior Financial Accountant Location: Central London (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + BenefitsRobert Half is partnering exclusively with a well-established, profitable infrastructure and engineering organisation to recruit a Senior Financial Accountant.This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong ACA or ACCA qualified accountant to join a high-performing finance team within a complex, large-scale business. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role offers broad exposure across statutory reporting, group reporting, technical accounting, audit, tax and financial controls, while providing genuine scope to improve processes and influence best practice across the wider finance function.<h3>The Role</h3>Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading balance sheet control processes, reconciliations and risk management activities.</li><li>Owning IFRS 16 lease accounting across the business, including technical guidance and monthly reconciliations.</li><li>Preparing and analysing quarterly group reporting packs.</li><li>Supporting the production of statutory accounts and associated reporting requirements.</li><li>Leading external audit processes and acting as a key contact for auditors and stakeholders.</li><li>Providing technical accounting guidance on evolving accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Supporting corporate tax activities, VAT and CIS compliance.</li><li>Driving improvements to financial controls, governance and reporting processes.</li><li>Partnering with senior finance and operational stakeholders across the business.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who can demonstrate:<ul><li>ACA or ACCA qualification.</li><li>Practice-trained background, ideally from a recognised accountancy firm.</li><li>Strong statutory reporting and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Hands-on knowledge of IFRS, including IFRS 16.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and attention to detail.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems.</li><li>A proactive mindset with a desire to drive improvements and challenge existing processes.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>Experience gained within a medium to large-sized organisation.</li><li>Exposure to group reporting environments.</li><li>Experience with Alteryx or other finance automation tools.</li><li>Prior involvement in audit management, tax compliance or financial control functions.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>High-profile role within a successful and growing organisation.</li><li>Significant exposure to senior finance leadership.</li><li>Opportunity to influence financial controls and reporting processes.</li><li>Broad technical accounting experience across a complex business environment.</li><li>Excellent long-term career development prospects.</li></ul>For a confidential discussion, please contact Robert Half 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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4wMzkwOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-14T07:47:17Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
400 - 450 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary,Financial Accountant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for the following duties:<ul><li>Creating audit pack for Costar's 20 entities.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Intercompany reconciliations</li><li>Variance / commentary</li><li>Ad-hoc finance work</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Financial Accountant will either be ACA qualified and have experience with IFRS. This role requires you to be in the office 5 days per week. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a leading SaaS business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:This temporary Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £400-£450 per day via an umbrella company, dependant on experience.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/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjI1MjE5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-07T07:14:31Z

Finance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Finance ManagerLocation: City of London (Hybrid - 3 days in the office) Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + competitive benefits Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth FinTech business based in the City of London to recruit a Finance Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a scaling organisation and play a key role within the finance function, acting as the bridge between the transactional finance team and the Financial Controller. This is a broad and hands-on position, responsible for overseeing day-to-day finance operations, improving processes and controls, and ensuring the finance function runs efficiently. The RoleFinance Manager key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Overseeing day-to-day finance operations and transactional finance activities</li><li>Managing month-end processes and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting</li><li>Maintaining and improving financial controls across the business</li><li>Supporting process improvements and automation initiatives to drive efficiency</li><li>Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow management</li><li>Working closely with the Financial Controller to support the wider finance agenda</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact within the finance function and providing guidance to junior team members</li><li>Supporting ad hoc projects as the business continues to grow and evolve</li></ul> About YouWe are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded accountant who is eager to develop within a growing business.You will have:<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification</li><li>At least 1-year PQE - either in accounts preparation OR industry trained.</li><li>Ideal background within an SME environment OR experience within Financial Services/ FinTech</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the business</li></ul> We Would Be Particularly Interested In<ul><li>Newly qualified accountants who have trained in industry</li><li>ACA-qualified candidates from smaller accountancy practices/ accounts preparation who have worked predominantly with Financial Services clients</li><li>Individuals looking to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced and growing organisation.</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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuMTI1MzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-25T10:18:34Z

Assistant Accountant

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

Financial Analyst

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth FinTech business in the City of London to recruit a Financial Analyst. This is a newly created role that will be instrumental in building and developing the company's FP&A and business intelligence capability.This opportunity is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working with data, automation, and technology. While the core FP&A responsibilities are relatively straightforward, the business is looking for someone who can go beyond traditional forecasting and reporting to drive automation, improve decision-making, and deliver meaningful business insights. Key Focus AreasFP&A & Commercial Finance<ul><li>Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the Group.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Perform scenario analysis and sensitivity modelling.</li><li>Produce management information and board reporting packs.</li><li>Support long-term business planning and performance tracking.</li><li>Deliver commercial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.</li><li>Partner with stakeholders across the business to improve financial performance.</li></ul>Data, Automation & Business Intelligence<ul><li>Build and enhance reporting capabilities through Power BI and data analytics tools.</li><li>Identify opportunities to automate manual finance and reporting processes.</li><li>Create dashboards and visualisations that provide actionable insights to management.</li><li>Improve data quality, accessibility, and reporting efficiency across the business.</li><li>Utilise AI and automation tools to increase productivity and enhance decision-making.</li><li>Develop scalable reporting solutions that support business growth.</li></ul>Strategic Support<ul><li>Work closely with the CFO to develop a dedicated FP&A capability.</li><li>Support Board and executive-level reporting requirements.</li><li>Partner with Finance, Treasury, and Regulatory Finance teams.</li><li>Provide insight into business performance, cash generation, and key operational metrics.</li><li>Contribute to strategic projects and continuous process improvement initiatives.</li></ul> Candidate Profile:<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or relevant experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or investment analysis.</li><li>Background in FP&A, commercial finance, business partnering, or other analytical finance roles.</li><li>Experience within Financial Services, FinTech, Payments, FX, or a high-growth environment is advantageous.</li><li>Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.</li><li>Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools.</li><li>Data-driven mindset with an interest in automation, AI, and improving reporting processes.</li><li>Able to turn complex data into clear, actionable business insights.</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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuOTA0MjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-10T14:08:42Z

Assistant Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
Finance & Operations AssistantCity of London | Hybrid | Full-Time | £35,000-£40,000A boutique real estate investment and development business is looking for a Finance & Operations Assistant to support its finance function and day-to-day operations. This is a broad, hands-on role offering exposure across accounts, property administration and business operations within a professional, close-knit team.Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Processing invoices, expenses and payment runs</li><li>Bank reconciliations and finance administration</li><li>Raising sales and rental invoices</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial and CRM records</li><li>Document management and SharePoint administration</li><li>Supporting property and project-related operations</li><li>General office and administrative support</li></ul>About you:<ul><li>Experience in finance administration, accounts payable or bookkeeping</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>Reliable, proactive and able to manage deadlines</li><li>Property or real estate experience</li><li>Experience of automation processes or enthusiasm to learn</li></ul>What's on offer:<ul><li>Stable, long-term opportunity</li><li>Friendly and collaborative working environment</li><li>Exposure to both finance and operations</li><li>Study support towards AAT or a relevant qualification for the right candidate</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/Um9iaW4uSG9iYnMuODU2MzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-11T09:46:07Z

Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
65000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Marketing & Brand Experience | Central London | £70,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are partnering with a growing international marketing and brand experience business to recruit a Financial Controller into its London-based finance team. Reporting to the Finance Director, this is a broad Financial Controller role with responsibility across financial operations, reporting, controls and compliance. The business operates with an outsourced accounting provider who manages much of the day-to-day bookkeeping and processing. As a result, this role is less about transactional processing and more about ownership, oversight and control - reviewing the numbers, challenging where necessary, ensuring robust processes are in place and providing accurate financial information to the senior finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and wants broad exposure across month-end, revenue recognition, cash flow, payroll, audit, financial controls and process improvement. About the Position Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for: <ul><li>Leading the annual external audit process, including preparing the audit file, coordinating samples and testing, resolving auditor queries and managing the process through to completion.</li><li> Taking ownership of revenue recognition and ensuring the appropriate accounting treatment is applied in line with IFRS.</li><li>Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and maintaining robust balance sheet controls.</li><li>Managing and overseeing the outsourced accounting provider, reviewing their work, resolving issues and providing direction where improvements or corrections are required.</li><li>Leading the month-end and year-end close processes, including journals, reconciliations, supporting schedules and management accounts.</li><li>Overseeing payroll, including new starters, leavers, benefits and salary changes, ensuring the process is accurate and compliant.</li><li>Monitoring cash flow and working capital, preparing cash flow projections and highlighting potential cash pressures or opportunities.</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial performance analysis across the business.</li><li>Maintaining the fixed asset and wider asset registers, ensuring assets are accurately recorded, tracked, valued and depreciated.</li><li>Establishing and maintaining strong accounting policies, procedures and internal controls to mitigate financial risk.</li><li>Managing statutory and regulatory compliance requirements, including UK tax and VAT obligations.</li></ul> What We're Looking For <ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA).</li><li>Proven experience in a Financial Accounting position.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly around revenue recognition, IFRS and financial controls.</li><li>Preference for someone who is audit trained and has since moved into a Financial Accounting position within a small to medium-sized business. However, technically proficient industry-trained Financial Accountants will also be considered.</li><li>Strong experience across month-end and year-end close, management accounts, reconciliations and balance sheet governance.</li><li>Experience across payroll, cash flow, working capital and statutory compliance.</li><li>Strong external audit experience, with the ability to manage the audit process and act as the main point of contact for auditors.</li><li>Comfortable working in a hands-on environment where you will need to get into the detail rather than simply manage from a distance.</li></ul> Here's What's Waiting for You <ul><li>£70,000 salary depending on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working from a Central London office.</li><li>A broad Financial Controller role with genuine ownership across the finance function.</li><li>Significant responsibility across financial control, reporting, cash flow, compliance, audit and operational finance.</li><li>Scope to improve existing processes, controls and reporting rather than simply maintaining the status quo.</li><li>An international environment, working closely with senior stakeholders based in both the UK and abroad.</li></ul> Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is a great opportunity for a technically strong accountant looking for a broad Financial Controller position where they can genuinely take ownership of the numbers and have an impact on how the finance function operates. The role offers a good balance between technical accounting and hands-on financial control, alongside exposure to cash flow, working capital, audit, compliance, financial analysis and process improvement. You'll be working closely with senior finance stakeholders and will have the opportunity to strengthen processes, controls and reporting across the business. For someone who enjoys being close to the detail, has strong technical accounting knowledge and wants a role where they can combine financial control with commercial and operational insight, this could be an excellent next move.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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNDU5MDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-21T11:35:10Z

Management Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Management Accountant - Central London - HybridPermanent hire - £55,000 - £60,000 DOERobert Half are partnering with a growing, specialist recruitment firm to hire a newly created Management Accountant position.This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant looking for a broad, hands-on role within a growing SME environment. Company:The business is an established UK-based talent and recruitment organisation operating across specialist technology, data, digital and transformation markets. It has an international presence and the organisation works with a range of high-profile global clients. The Role:Reporting directly into the CFO, this is a newly created position driven by continued business growth.The role will provide broad exposure across financial accounting, management reporting and commercial finance, including:<ul><li>Ownership of the month-end close</li><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts and MI packs</li><li>Detailed variance analysis</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Payroll</li><li>VAT and other statutory finance responsibilities</li><li>Liaising with external auditors</li><li>Supporting the CFO with ad hoc requests or projects</li><li>Helping to improve and develop finance processes as the business continues to scale</li></ul> About You:We are ideally looking for someone who is ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or recently qualified.You could be:<ul><li>An industry-trained Management Accountant looking for a broader role with greater ownership</li><li>A newly qualified accountant from practice looking to make the move into industry</li><li>Good communication skills, ability to work with senior stakeholders</li><li>Proactive, desire to learn etc</li></ul> Package:<ul><li>£DOE</li><li>Hybrid working - three days in the office and two days from home</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Pension</li><li>More TBC</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/TGF1cmVuLlByZXNzbWFuLjM2NzU1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-13T15:46:32Z

Management Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is an expanding energy consultancy business based in London. They manage national energy grids, ensuring compliance with market rules. Operating at the heart of the energy sector, they ensure the market runs accurately and smoothly.Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire a talented Management Accountant to join their high-performing finance department.RoleReporting into the Financial Controller, the Management Accountant will support in owning month-end processes, monthly reporting, and commercial responsibilities to help achieve business objectives. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Support the month-end close and reporting process.</li><li>Prepare and post journals, accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.</li><li>Assist with monthly management accounts and reporting.</li><li>Analyse large datasets using Excel.</li><li>Support budgets, forecasts and variance analysis.</li><li>Prepare reports and statements for sales and commission teams.</li><li>Liaise with external auditors and provide supporting information.</li><li>Manage multiple reports, deadlines and priorities.</li><li>Investigate data discrepancies and resolve issues.</li><li>Support improvements to finance processes and reporting.</li><li>Work with wider teams to provide accurate financial information.</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal profile for this Management Accountant position, should have the following:<ul><li>Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA or CIMA)</li><li>3+ years of experience within a similar Management Accountant / Assistant Management Accountant role</li><li>Strong understanding of month-end and balance sheet accounting</li><li>Good Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets</li><li>Confident communicating with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Comfortable managing multiple deadlines and working autonomously</li><li>Strong double-entry knowledge and bookkeeping</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£40,000 - £45,000 plus additional benefits:<ul><li>Hybrid working structure - 2-3 days in office</li><li>Study support package</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Cycle2Work scheme</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays</li></ul>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjQ3MDMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-20T21:02:16Z

Financial Analyst

London, London
remote
Contract
200 - 250 GBP / Daily
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Energy Consultancy in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Financial Analyst for 3- 6 months.Role:Our client is looking for an immediate interim Financial Analyst to assist them for 3-6 months. You will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Produce weekly Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable reporting.</li><li>Maintain reports covering outstanding customer invoices, supplier balances and working capital performance.</li><li>Attend weekly working capital review calls with Business Units.</li><li>Review and discuss key overdue customer invoices and supplier payment positions with stakeholders.</li><li>Record actions, track progress and ensure agreed actions are followed through to completion.</li><li>Escalate issues, risks and delays where appropriate.</li><li>Support the preparation of weekly and monthly cash reporting.</li><li>Maintain cash, receivables and payables reporting packs.</li><li>Ensure data used in reporting is complete, accurate and consistent.</li><li>Investigate and explain significant movements in reported balances.</li><li>Provide concise commentary highlighting key issues, risks and opportunities.</li><li>Refresh and maintain existing Excel-based reporting models.</li><li>Work with and analyse operational and financial datasets using Excel.</li><li>Build and maintain Pivot Table and lookup-based analysis.</li><li>Reconcile reports back to source systems and bank data.</li><li>Support investigation of data issues and work with stakeholders to improve reporting quality.</li><li>Produce accurate and timely management information.</li><li>Work closely with Business Unit finance teams, Treasury and Group Finance.</li><li>Follow up outstanding actions and information requests.</li><li>Challenge incomplete, inconsistent or unusual data where appropriate.</li><li>Build effective working relationships across the business.</li><li>Clearly communicate reporting outputs, issues and required actions.</li><li>Support ongoing improvements to reporting and working capital management processes.</li><li>Identify practical opportunities to improve reporting quality, efficiency and controls.</li><li>Contribute ideas to improve visibility of cash, receivables and payables performance.</li></ul>The successful interim Financial Analyst will have 3+ years experience. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Salary & Benefits:This role is paying between £200-£250 per day Umbrella (DOE)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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjEyNTkxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-16T14:54:16Z

Assistant Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
35000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Assistant Accountant | Hybrid Working | Study Support | Central LondonA growing investment management business is seeking an ambitious Assistant Accountant to join its finance team in a permanent role. Reporting to the Group Financial Reporting Manager, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their accounting experience across transactional finance, month-end reporting, reconciliations, VAT and audit supportKey Responsibilities<ul><li>Processing payment runs and staff expenses</li><li>Managing debtor and creditor ledgers</li><li>Bank, balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations</li><li>Maintaining the fixed asset register</li><li>Supporting month-end and quarter-end processes</li><li>Preparing VAT returns and fund recharges</li><li>Assisting with year-end audits</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Previous experience in an accounting role</li><li>Studying towards an accounting qualification</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organisational skills</li><li>Confident using Excel and finance systems</li><li>Proactive, adaptable and eager to develop your career</li></ul>What's on Offer?<ul><li>Full study support</li><li>Hybrid working (two on-site days per week after probation)</li><li>Competitive salary + bonus</li><li>Immediate start available</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/Um9iaW4uSG9iYnMuOTMzNDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-31T11:58:35Z

Treasury Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Contract
140 - 150 GBP / Daily
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Software Commodities business in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Treasury Assistant for 2-3 months.Role:Our client is looking for an immediate interim Treasury Assistant to assist them for 2-3 months. You will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Support the day-to-day management of cash and payments across multiple bank accounts and currencies.</li><li>Prepare and maintain daily and weekly bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Perform urgent and ad-hoc reconciliations as required to ensure accurate and up-to-date cash positions.</li><li>Manage daily and weekly payment runs, ensuring payments are processed accurately and within required deadlines.</li><li>Monitor cash balances across multiple accounts and currencies, providing regular cash balance reporting.</li><li>Support short-term cash flow and liquidity forecasting, identifying upcoming funding requirements and potential cash surpluses.</li><li>Assist with overall liquidity management and ensure sufficient funds are available to meet payment obligations.</li><li>Support the onboarding and setup of new bank accounts, including coordination with relevant internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Maintain accurate treasury records and ensure banking information is kept up to date.</li><li>Work closely with Finance and other internal teams to resolve cash, payment and reconciliation queries.</li><li>Utilise NetSuite to record, monitor and reconcile financial transactions and support treasury reporting.</li><li>Provide support on ad-hoc treasury and cash management activities as required.</li></ul>Profile:The successful interim Treasury Assistant will have 1+ years experience You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Salary & Benefits:This role is paying between £140-£160 per day DOERobert 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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjU4Mjc4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-24T16:00:40Z

Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Contract
85000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Global Advertising Group | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £85,000-£100,000 | 1-Year Fixed-Term Contract Robert Half are partnering with a major global marketing group to recruit a Financial Controller for their UK finance function, based in Central London.This is a 1-year fixed-term contract, so we are ideally looking for someone who is happy with a 12-month contract and comfortable committing to the full duration of the role.With operations across multiple international markets and a portfolio of well-known advertising, media, and communications agencies, this organisation offers the scale, complexity, and reporting requirements of a truly global business.This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong finance professional with a strong financial accounting or Financial Controller background to step into a key role within a large, complex, multi-entity group environment. The position offers significant exposure to group reporting, consolidations, IFRS, financial controls and senior stakeholder management. About the PositionIn this role you will:<ul><li>Take ownership of financial reporting across multiple UK entities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to UK management and international stakeholders.</li><li>Lead the monthly management reporting and reforecasting process, including detailed variance analysis and ensuring submissions are delivered within stringent group deadlines.</li><li>Oversee multiple P&Ls and balance sheet areas, ensuring strong financial control and accuracy across the entities.</li><li>Review balance sheet reconciliations, analyse movements and ensure any issues are identified and resolved promptly.</li><li>Oversee WIP, house costs, accruals, journals and other key areas of financial accounting, ensuring your team are managing these effectively.</li><li>Manage cash forecasting, FX reporting and cost management across the business.</li><li>Lead and manage a team of Finance Managers, providing guidance, oversight and support across their respective P&Ls. The role will be focused on managing and reviewing the team rather than being a hands-on preparer.</li><li>Manage relationships with the UK and overseas Shared Service Centre team, providing clear direction and ensuring agreed deliverables, journals and reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time.</li><li>Oversee the statutory and group audit processes, working closely with external auditors, the Shared Service Centre and wider agency teams to ensure all requirements are delivered within strict deadlines.</li><li>Review financial statements and support the delivery of statutory and group reporting requirements across the UK entities.</li><li>Oversee tax and regulatory submissions, including VAT, corporation tax-related reporting, PSA, ONS submissions and other HMRC and UK Government requirements.</li><li>Review and approve relevant submissions prepared by the Shared Service Centre, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li></ul> What we're looking for<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant.</li><li>Previous Financial Controller, Financial Accounting, Group Accounting or similar experience within a large, complex organisation.</li><li>Strong financial accounting background with excellent technical accounting knowledge and a strong understanding of IFRS.</li><li>Experience working across multiple entities, ideally within a group environment with exposure to consolidations and group reporting.</li><li>Experience working within a large organisation where there are stringent reporting deadlines, complex structures and multiple stakeholders.</li><li>Previous team management experience.</li><li>We are open to candidates who have trained in practice and subsequently moved into industry, as well as those who have trained directly within industry. </li><li>Advertising experience would be advantageous but is not essential.</li><li>US GAAP and SOX experience would be advantageous but is not essential.</li></ul> Here's what's waiting for you<ul><li>£85,000-£100,000 salary plus benefits.</li><li>Hybrid working-3 days per week in the office.</li><li>The opportunity to join a major global advertising group.</li><li>Significant exposure to complex, multi-entity financial reporting and group processes.</li><li>Responsibility for a large, established finance team.</li><li>Exposure to senior stakeholders across both the UK and international finance functions.</li></ul> Why this role could be your next moveThis is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who wants to step into a genuinely complex Financial Controller position within a large international organisation. You'll be working across multiple entities, dealing with demanding reporting deadlines, group reporting, consolidations, IFRS, financial controls and a wide range of senior stakeholders.The business is particularly interested in candidates who understand the complexity that comes with working for a large organisation. This is not a straightforward single-entity Financial Controller position; you will be operating within a sizeable international group with multiple entities, significant reporting requirements, shared service centres and tight monthly and quarterly deadlines.Advertising or agency experience would be a major advantage, but the priority is someone who has already worked within a large, complex organisation and is comfortable operating in a highly controlled and deadline-driven environment. 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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMzI0MDEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-11T13:44:31Z

Forensic Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Forensic Accountant - Forensic & Financial ClaimsLondonRobert Half is exclusively partnering with a highly regarded specialist professional services firm to recruit a Senior Accountant into their growing London team.This is a genuinely unique opportunity for a newly qualified ACA looking to move away from traditional audit and into a commercially focused, investigative role sitting at the intersection of accounting, insurance, legal services and complex financial disputes.Working as part of a multidisciplinary team of accountants and legal professionals, you will investigate, quantify and report on complex financial losses, supporting major insurance claims across a broad range of industries and jurisdictions.<h3>The Opportunity</h3>You will be involved in high-profile assignments relating to:<ul><li>Financial crime and fraud investigations</li><li>Cyber-related losses and business interruption claims</li><li>Professional negligence matters</li><li>Banking, financial services and fiduciary-related disputes</li><li>Trade credit and political risk claims</li><li>Complex financial loss quantification exercises</li></ul>This is a highly analytical and report-driven role, offering exposure to international assignments, senior stakeholders and intellectually challenging work from day one.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Investigating complex financial loss and insurance claims</li><li>Analysing financial information, business records and supporting evidence</li><li>Preparing detailed written reports for insurers, legal teams and other stakeholders</li><li>Quantifying financial losses and supporting settlement negotiations</li><li>Managing claims from initial notification through to final resolution</li><li>Liaising with clients, insurers, lawyers and other professional advisers</li><li>Supporting business development initiatives and client relationship management</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We are keen to speak with ambitious individuals who combine strong technical accounting skills with exceptional written communication abilities.Requirements:<ul><li>ACA qualified (or recently qualified)</li><li>Trained within accounting practice, ideally in Audit</li><li>Up to 2 years' post-qualified experience</li><li>Strong academic background, ideally from a Russell Group or Red Brick university</li><li>Degree in a non-numerical discipline such as English, History, Law, Geography, Politics or a similar essay-based subject</li><li>Outstanding report writing and written communication skills</li><li>Commercial mindset and intellectual curiosity</li><li>Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Exposure to forensic accounting, investigations or disputes work</li><li>Insurance sector experience</li><li>Additional language skills, particularly Spanish</li><li>Experience producing detailed technical or analytical reports</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Clear progression and fast-track career development</li><li>Exposure to complex, international assignments</li><li>Opportunity to work alongside both accounting and legal specialists</li><li>Diverse and intellectually stimulating caseload</li><li>Strong mentoring and professional development support</li><li>Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package</li><li>Opportunity for international travel</li></ul>This role would particularly suit a newly qualified ACA who enjoys problem-solving, investigation, written analysis and stakeholder interaction, and is looking for an alternative career path outside of traditional finance roles. 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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi44ODI3My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-31T06:47:47Z

Accounts assistant

London, London
remote
Contract
14 - 16 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Metal Brokers in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Accounts assistant for 6-12 months.Role:Our client is looking for an immediate interim Accounts Assistant to assist them for 6-12 months. You will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Process daily client collateral movements, ensuring timely execution and accurate reconciliation of client and counterparty transactions.</li><li>Monitor client accounts for margin requirements and coordinate with the appropriate teams to ensure sufficient funds are available.</li><li>Track margin balances and ensure that client margin calls are fulfilled promptly to maintain optimal liquidity levels.</li><li>Assist in managing the firm's daily cash flow, ensuring payments are processed according to the firm's liquidity and risk management policies.</li><li>Support the Financial Controller with daily treasury operations and cash flow forecasts.</li><li>Maintain and update client account information, ensuring that all financial data is accurate and up to date.</li><li>Assist with daily and monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy of all financial transactions and client balances.</li><li>Assist in reconciling FX positions, margin accounts, and other client-related financial records.</li><li>Support the reconciliation of LME cash, collateral accounts, and other related financial data.</li><li>Ensure that all client payments and receipts are accurately recorded in the accounting system.</li><li>Providing an excellent level of customer service, responding in a timely manner to queries from clients and the Japanese subsidiary.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide support during the annual audit process, assisting with the preparation of financial statements and liaising with external auditors.</li><li>Assist with the preparation and filing of VAT returns, corporation tax, and other HMRC-related documentation.</li><li>Provide general support to the finance team in various day-to-day financial operations, including invoice processing and payments.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of financial transactions, ensuring all supporting documentation is filed appropriately for auditing purposes.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of reports and ad-hoc requests from senior management and other departments.</li><li>Assist with employee expenses, and other HR-related financial tasks as required.</li></ul> Profile:The successful interim Accounts Assistant will have 6 months years experience You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Salary & Benefits:This role is paying between £14-£16p/h 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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjQ4MDM3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-12T07:45:37Z

Graduate Trainee

London, London
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
London | £40,000-£45,000 + excellent discretionary bonus | on-site workingRobert Half Financial Services are recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join the finance team of a highly successful quantitative investment firm in London.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the beginning of their accounting career. Alongside the fundamentals of management accounts, financial reporting and reconciliations, you'll get exposure to automation, financial systems, data and process improvement within a highly analytical environment.The RoleYou'll take responsibility for a broad range of accounting activities, including:<ul><li>Supporting the production of monthly management accounts and financial statements</li><li>Preparing accurate reporting for internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Analysing financial information to support decision-making</li><li>Assisting with general ledger accounting, journals and reconciliations</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>Providing occasional cover across AP and AR</li><li>Supporting audit requirements and maintaining appropriate financial controls</li><li>Identifying opportunities to automate and improve recurring finance processes</li><li>Using tools such as Excel, Python, SQL or VBA to improve data handling and reporting</li></ul>About YouThis would suit someone who has recently started their career in accounting and wants considerably broader exposure than a traditional junior accounting position.You'll ideally have:<ul><li>A strong mathematical or analytical background, whether at school or university</li><li>Some practical exposure to accounting or audit, whether through employment, an internship or similar experience</li><li>An interest in working towards ACCA or CIMA</li><li>Strong Excel skills and an interest in using technology to make finance more efficient</li><li>Exposure to Python, SQL, VBA or similar tools would be particularly useful</li><li>Strong numerical and analytical ability</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>The confidence to work with both technical and non-technical colleagues, including senior stakeholders within the company</li><li>A genuine interest in accountancy - this is not a bridge to front office roles</li></ul>You don't need to arrive as a finished accountant. More important is that you're numerate, intellectually curious, conscientious and keen to learn. What's On Offer<ul><li>£40,000-£45,000 base salary</li><li>Excellent discretionary bonus</li><li>Opportunity to pursue a professional accounting qualification</li><li>Exposure to accounting, financial analysis, automation and systems from an early stage</li><li>A role within a sophisticated, technology-led investment environment, working as part of a top tier finance team with significant opportunities for development and progression</li><li>Genuine scope to improve processes rather than simply inherit them</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/Um9iaW4uSG9iYnMuOTQ0ODQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-24T10:59:53Z

Accounts Assistant

Kensington and Chelsea, London
remote
Permanent
35000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Accounts Assistant / BookkeeperLocation: South Kensington, London (Onsite working) Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 Experience Required/ software: min 3 years' experience (ideally within construction/ real estate or property) Software: Xero experience essential About the RoleThis is an excellent opportunity to join a growing real estate investment firm and support the finance function.The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records across the businesses, taking ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping, purchase ledger management, supplier payments, bank reconciliations, and subcontractor administration. The role has a strong focus on Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) compliance, VAT treatment, and the Domestic Reverse Charge within a construction and development environment.Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider development team, you will contribute to the efficient running of the finance function and support the delivery of both construction and investment projects. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities across multiple entities using Xero.</li><li>Process and code purchase invoices accurately, ensuring correct treatment of CIS, VAT, and Domestic Reverse Charge transactions.</li><li>Prepare and submit monthly CIS returns, including subcontractor verification, deduction calculations, and issuing payment and deduction statements.</li><li>Maintain accurate subcontractor records and ensure ongoing CIS compliance.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of quarterly VAT returns and support VAT compliance across construction, development, and property investment activities.</li><li>Perform regular bank reconciliations, supplier statement reconciliations, and general ledger reviews.</li><li>Support project costing and allocation reviews to ensure accurate financial reporting and project-level cost visibility.</li><li>Manage supplier and subcontractor payment runs in accordance with company procedures.</li><li>Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice, payment, and account queries efficiently.</li><li>Support month-end close processes, reporting requirements, and ad hoc finance projects as required.</li><li> </li></ul>Candidate Requirements<ul><li>3 years' accounting, bookkeeping, or finance experience within the construction industry.</li><li>Ideal working knowledge of CIS regulations and VAT, including the Domestic Reverse Charge.</li><li>MUST HAVE - Hands-on working experience using XERO.</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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuNjM1NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-17T16:43:06Z

Accounts Assistant

London, London
remote
Permanent
30000 - 33000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is an exciting and expanding events marketing business based in central London. They plan corporate events, travel, and group logistics across London and the rest of the UK, hosting a series of unique event experiences.Due to further growth, they are looking to hire an additional member in their small finance department, as an Accounts Assistant, to join the team.RoleReporting into the Finance Manager, the Accounts Assistant will work closely with them in maintain the financial records, including purchases, sales, payments and bank reconciliations. They will take on a number of key duties including:<ul><li>Recording day-to-day financial transactions and completing the posting process</li><li>Verifying that transactions are recorded correctly for the supplier's ledger, customer ledger and general ledger</li><li>Process Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable</li><li>Complete monthly bank reconciliations and weekly supplier payment runs</li><li>Enter data, maintain records and create reports in Sage</li><li>Manage the filing of invoices and expenses, scanning, archiving and</li><li>Assist with the financial reporting</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal profile for this Accounts Assistant position, should have the following:<ul><li>1-2 years of experience within a similar transactional finance capacity with good ownership of Accounts Payable</li><li>Early stage AAT studier (or similar)</li><li>Excellent communication skills, engaging and proactive</li><li>Confident with using Excel (Pivot tables / VLOOKUPs)</li><li>Experience with Sage would be advantageous</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£30,000 to £33,000 plus additional benefits:<ul><li>Hybrid working - 3 days in office</li><li>9-5:30pm</li><li>20 days holiday (1 day increases per year)</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Medical cover</li><li>Discretionary annual bonus</li><li>Mobile phone contribution</li></ul>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjI4MTcwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-03T12:44:06Z

Management Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Management Accountant - Entertainment & Public RelationsPermanent Role. £50,000 - £60,000 DOECentral London - Onsite: 5 days in the office.Robert Half are partnering exclusively with a global strategic brand investment and advisory business operating at the intersection of entertainment, luxury, media, hospitality and global culture to recruit a Management Accountant.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who is comfortable working in an SME environment and enjoys working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial business. The RoleAs Management Accountant, you will work closely with the CFO and take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, providing financial insight and helping to improve processes across the business.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Managing core finance operations, including AP, AR, banking and the general ledger</li><li>Preparing monthly management accounts</li><li>Owning the P&L and cash flow</li><li>Cash flow management, foreign currency and debt collection</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>Reviewing project budgets for profitability</li><li>Preparing monthly financial statements</li><li>Supporting the audit process and external advisers</li><li>VAT</li><li>Supporting the Accounts Assistant</li><li>Working closely with senior stakeholders across the business</li><li>Identifying and implementing process improvements</li></ul> About YouWe are looking for a finance professional who:<ul><li>Has a strong hands-on SME background</li><li>Has experience with management accounts, P&L and cash flow</li><li>Is comfortable working in a messy, unstructured or fast-moving environment</li><li>Is proactive, resourceful and a natural problem solver</li><li>Is comfortable working independently and dealing with ambiguity</li><li>Can build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels</li><li>Enjoys improving processes and bringing greater structure to a business</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/TGF1cmVuLlByZXNzbWFuLjk1NDE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-10T09:40:10Z

Accounts Assistant

City of London, London
remote
Contract
18 - 21 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Marketing business in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Accounts Assistant for 3 months.Role:Our client is looking for an immediate interim Accounts Assistant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Manage Accounts Payable, including processing supplier invoices and ensuring payments are recorded accurately and on time.</li><li>Manage Accounts Receivable, including monitoring outstanding balances and maintaining accurate customer accounts.</li><li>Complete bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving any discrepancies.</li><li>Carry out balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.</li><li>Monitor and manage the finance inbox, responding to and resolving account and payment queries in a timely manner.</li><li>Prepare and process manual invoices, ensuring all billing information is accurate and complete.</li><li>Investigate discrepancies and follow up on outstanding queries where required.</li><li>Maintain accurate and organised financial records in accordance with company procedures.</li><li>Provide general support to the wider finance team as required.</li></ul>Profile:The successful interim Accounts Assistant will have 2+ years experience You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Salary & Benefits:This role is paying between £18-21p/hRobert 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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjEwODg4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-13T07:38:20Z