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- Colne, Lancashire
- remote
- Permanent
- 60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Senior Finance Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> East Lancashire (Hybrid - 3 days office based)</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed business to recruit a Senior Finance Manager based in East Lancashire. </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a commercially driven organisation that is investing heavily in its finance function as part of its next phase of growth. Working closely with the Group Finance Director and CFO, you will take ownership of the finance function for a significant trading division, playing a key role in strengthening financial reporting, improving controls and supporting operational decision-making.</p><p>This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to step into a broad leadership role with genuine progression towards Financial Controller.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will have responsibility for the day-to-day finance function, ensuring robust financial reporting while partnering with operational stakeholders across the business.</p><p>Working in a fast-paced, sales-led environment, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate financial information, driving process improvements and supporting the wider leadership team with commercial insight.</p><p>You'll also work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple UK locations as part of a well-supported Group Finance function.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own the end-to-end monthly management accounts process.</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, management information and detailed financial commentary.</li><li>Produce flash reporting and month-end reporting packs.</li><li>Complete journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Review and authorise supplier payments.</li><li>Oversee payroll processes.</li><li>Manage and support the local finance team while overseeing day-to-day financial operations.</li><li>Act as the primary finance contact for operational stakeholders.</li><li>Deliver meaningful financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting.</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.</li><li>Develop and enhance financial reporting to meet evolving stakeholder requirements.</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to financial controls, reporting and processes.</li><li>Build strong relationships with finance teams across multiple UK locations.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p><p>You'll be confident communicating with senior stakeholders, capable of influencing strong personalities and comfortable balancing operational support with robust financial control.</p><p><strong>You'll ideally have:</strong></p><ul><li>QBE or Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA</li><li>Strong experience producing end-to-end management accounts.</li><li>Excellent month-end reporting experience.</li><li>Experience preparing journals and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting experience.</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li><li>Experience using Sage Intacct or a comparable ERP system.</li><li>Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A proactive, positive and hands-on approach.</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid working (3 days per week on site).</li><li>25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li><li>Exposure to an experienced executive leadership team.</li><li>Genuine opportunity to influence finance transformation.</li><li>Clear progression towards Financial Controller.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative Group Finance environment.</li></ul><p>This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join a growing organisation where they can make a genuine impact while developing their career within a business undergoing significant investment and transformation.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjgxNjIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-09-30T10:31:07Z
- City of London, London
- remote
- Permanent
- 48000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
- <p></p><h2>The Company</h2><p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a growing international agricultural development and investment business with headquarters in the City of London and operations across Africa.</p><p>The organisation specialises in developing and managing large-scale farming projects in emerging markets, combining agriculture, technology, irrigation, livestock, food processing, and operational expertise to unlock the potential of underutilised land. Beyond driving commercial growth, the business is committed to creating jobs, developing local talent, and supporting sustainable farming practices within the communities it operates.</p><p>As the company continues to expand its international footprint, they are seeking a Junior Finance Controller to join their London-based finance team and support the financial management of multiple overseas operations.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Junior Finance Controller will play a key role in supporting the financial reporting and control of several international entities.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Reviewing and analysing General Ledger transactions across several African entities, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and compliant.</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for local finance teams, providing support and guidance on accounting, reporting, and financial control matters.</li><li>Preparing and reviewing reconciliations, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner.</li><li>Supporting the production of monthly financial information and management reports for senior stakeholders.</li><li>Monitoring financial performance and identifying risks, variances, and areas for improvement across international operations.</li><li>Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of robust financial controls, processes, and governance frameworks.</li><li>Collaborating with operational teams and senior management to improve financial transparency and support decision-making.</li><li>Supporting external audits and ensuring compliance with group reporting requirements.</li><li>Undertaking regular international travel to visit overseas operations, build relationships with local teams, and gain a detailed understanding of on-the-ground business activities.</li></ul><p>This role offers a unique opportunity to combine strong technical finance experience with international exposure in a business making a tangible impact through agricultural development and investment.</p><h2>Your Profile</h2><p>The successful candidate will be:</p><ul><li>Part-qualified or studying towards ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.</li><li>Experienced within a finance, accounting, reporting, or management accounting environment.</li><li>Technically strong with a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.</li><li>Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Comfortable working with large volumes of financial data.</li><li>A confident communicator capable of building relationships with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>Proactive, organised, and eager to develop within a growing international business.</li><li>Willing and able to undertake international travel as part of the role.</li></ul><h2>Salary and Benefits</h2><ul><li>£48,000 - £55,000 depending on experience</li><li>International travel opportunities</li><li>Daily lunch allowance</li><li>Modern offices in the City of London</li><li>Exposure to overseas operations and senior leadership</li><li>Excellent long-term career progression opportunities</li></ul><p> </p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVybWFpbmUuTHluY2guMDQzODEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-09-16T09:02:25Z
- London, London
- remote
- Permanent
- 120000 - 150000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a highly successful international asset-focused investment and advisory business.</p><p> With operations spanning Europe, Asia Pacific and North America, the organisation operates within a complex, fast-paced and commercially driven environment, providing a broad range of asset, lending, investment and advisory solutions. Following continued growth and expansion, the business is seeking an experienced Director of International Financial Control to lead its finance function across EMEA and APAC.</p><p> This is a high-profile leadership opportunity for an accomplished finance professional looking to combine technical excellence with commercial influence. Reporting into senior global leadership, you will take ownership of financial control, reporting, compliance, treasury, tax and finance operations across multiple international jurisdictions while leading the continued development of a scalable, best-in-class finance function.</p><p> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all accounting, financial control and reporting activities across EMEA and APAC.</li><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.</li><li>Manage regional consolidations and support global group reporting requirements.</li><li>Drive improvements across financial controls, governance, risk management and balance sheet integrity.</li><li>Partner with senior business leaders to support strategic decision-making, transactions and commercial initiatives.</li><li>Provide financial leadership across budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management and business performance analysis.</li><li>Oversee international tax, statutory reporting, audit and regulatory compliance requirements.</li><li>Lead finance transformation, process improvement and systems enhancement initiatives.</li><li>Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisers and service providers across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>Build, mentor and develop a high-performing international finance team across multiple locations.</li><li>Support organisational growth, acquisitions and strategic business projects.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience in a Financial Controller, International Controller or Finance Director capacity within a complex international organisation.</li><li>Strong technical accounting expertise across financial reporting, consolidations, audit, tax, controls and compliance.</li><li>Demonstrable experience managing multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction finance operations.</li><li>Experience partnering with senior leadership teams and influencing strategic business decisions.</li><li>Strong understanding of governance, risk management and financial control frameworks.</li><li>Track record of driving process improvements, automation and finance transformation initiatives.</li><li>Proven people leadership experience, including developing and leading high-performing teams.</li><li>Experience within professional services, financial services, asset-based lending, investment, advisory or related sectors would be advantageous.</li><li>Previous exposure to private equity-backed, high-growth or transformational environments is highly desirable.</li></ul><p> <strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£120,000 - £150,000 base salary DOE.</li><li>Annual performance bonus.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>Hybrid working environment.</li><li>International leadership role with significant visibility across the business.</li><li>Opportunity to influence strategic growth initiatives and finance transformation projects.</li><li>Exposure to senior executive stakeholders across a global organisation.</li><li>Collaborative, entrepreneurial and high-performing culture.</li><li>Long-term progression opportunities within a growing international business.</li></ul><p> This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior finance leader seeking a broad, commercially focused international controllership role within a growing global organisation, offering significant responsibility, visibility and the opportunity to shape the future direction of the finance function.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjE0ODUzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-09-10T18:16:00Z
- Bristol, Bristol
- remote
- Permanent
- 65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Construction & Real Estate Limited, Flax Bourton</strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering exclusively with Construction & Real Estate Limited to recruit a newly created Head of Finance position based in Flax Bourton, Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, family-owned business and play a key role in supporting its next phase of growth.</p><p>The Head of Finance will lead the finance function across a portfolio of property investment, property management, development and construction entities, whilst acting as a trusted commercial adviser to the Director and wider leadership team. This role combines financial control, business partnering, budgeting and forecasting, alongside providing commercial insight to support strategic decision-making.</p><p><strong>About Construction & Real Estate Limited</strong></p><p>Construction & Real Estate Limited is a multifaceted property business encompassing property management, maintenance, development, refurbishment and repairs across both commercial and residential buildings. The business specialises in Grade II Listed Buildings and manages property portfolios, investments and developments on behalf of clients throughout the South West.</p><p>Today, the business manages a variety of buildings of mixed commercial, residential, mixed use and leasehold, alongside an active pipeline of refurbishment and development projects. With ambitious growth plans and a strong reputation within the market, the business continues to expand both its own portfolio and the assets it manages on behalf of clients.</p><p><strong>The Head of Finance Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the Director, you will take ownership of finance across multiple property-owning entities and managed portfolios, ensuring robust financial control whilst driving commercial performance and business insight.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Leading budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning across a diverse property portfolio</li><li>Analysing property and portfolio performance, yields and profitability</li><li>Producing meaningful management information to support strategic decision-making</li><li>Business partnering with operational and property stakeholders</li><li>Ownership of month-end, year-end and management reporting processes</li><li>Managing VAT, including partial exemption considerations across mixed-use portfolios</li><li>Liaising with external accountants and advisers</li><li>Improving systems, controls and reporting processes as the business grows</li><li>Supporting and developing the finance team</li><li>Contributing to operational and maintenance review meetings through financial insight and recommendations</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified</li><li>Previous experience within a Head of Finance, Financial Controller, Commercial Finance Manager or Finance Business Partner role</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial control capability</li><li>Commercially minded with experience of budgeting, forecasting and business partnering</li><li>Comfortable operating within a hands-on SME environment</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and strong systems aptitude</li></ul><p>Property, construction, development or real estate experience would be highly advantageous, as would knowledge of VAT, CIS and Xero Accounting Software.</p><p><strong> </strong><strong>What's On Offer</strong></p><ul><li>£65,000-£75,000 salary</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>25 days holiday plus your birthday as an added day of annual leave</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Free onsite parking</li><li>Direct access to the Director and senior leaders</li><li>Opportunity to shape and develop the finance function and wider business</li><li>Flexible, hybrid working</li></ul><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys combining financial control with strategic business partnering and wants to play a visible role in the growth of a successful property and construction business.</p><p> </p><p>For further details please contact Andy Troup for a confidential chat about this exceptional opportunity.</p><p></p><p>0117 993 5404</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW5keS5Ucm91cC42OTEyNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-11-06T18:25:45Z
- West London, London
- remote
- Permanent
- 80000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
- <br><p><strong>Financial Controller - Global FMCG Business</strong></p><p><strong>West London | Hybrid Working</strong></p><p><strong>£80,000 - £90,000 DOE | Permanent</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading global FMCG business to recruit a Financial Controller to oversee the UK accounting and reporting function. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established multinational organisation in a highly visible role, offering a blend of technical accounting, team leadership and commercial business partnering, alongside involvement in a number of exciting projects across the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will manage a team of four (three qualified accountants and one part-qualified), taking ownership of UK financial reporting, compliance and controls whilst working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.</p><p> </p><p>The role offers a varied mix of technical and commercial responsibilities throughout the year. The first part of the year is more focused on audit, compliance, risk and regulatory reporting, with greater involvement in commercial activities and strategic initiatives as the year progresses.</p><p>There are also a number of projects taking place across the business, including M&A, divestments, systems implementations and wider business transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to these projects and work closely with senior leadership.</p><p> </p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Leading, managing and developing a team of four.</li><li>Overseeing month-end, quarter-end and year-end reporting, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and IFRS.</li><li>To lead the UK Accounting Team, ensuring timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts under US GAAP and statutory reporting under IFRS</li><li>Managing statutory accounts, external audits, internal controls and risk.</li><li>Reviewing journals, reconciliations and financial reporting, remaining hands-on where required.</li><li>Partnering with senior stakeholders across UK and international finance teams to support business decisions. These inclue UK Commercial Finance, EMEA & US accounting/finance teams, and other key stakeholders</li><li>Produces monthly and quarterly P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow variance analysis and commentary with related supporting schedules</li><li>Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to support business performance and strategic decision-making</li><li>Driving process improvements and efficiencies across the finance function.</li></ul><p> </p><p>About You</p><ul><li>ACA/ACCA qualified and audit-trained, with a minimum of 3-4 years' experience in industry.</li><li>Experience working within a large multinational business, ideally FMCG, retail or a similarly complex environment.</li><li>Proven experience managing and developing a finance team.</li><li>Strong technical accounting background, including month end reporting, statutory reporting, year-end audits and financial controls.</li><li>Confident stakeholder management and business partnering skills.</li><li>Proactive, curious and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.</li></ul><br><br><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TGF1cmVuLlByZXNzbWFuLjQ1NjUwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-10-29T15:42:26Z
- Basingstoke, Hampshire
- remote
- Permanent
- 65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
- <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Ready to take ownership of financial reporting and have a genuine influence on how a finance function operates?</p><p>Robert Half are working with an established, growing UK healthcare group to recruit a Financial Reporting Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business operating in an interesting and evolving sector, taking ownership of its financial reporting, strengthening financial controls and helping drive improvements across the wider finance function.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring the business has accurate, meaningful financial information to support decision-making, while providing technical leadership and developing the capability of the wider team.</p><p>This isn't a role where you'll simply be overseeing the numbers. You'll have the opportunity to shape processes, challenge existing ways of working and work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders.</p><h3>The opportunity</h3><p>You'll take ownership of the monthly reporting cycle, ensuring management accounts, Group submissions and financial reporting are delivered accurately and to deadline.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Financial reporting:</strong> Lead the month-end close and production of management accounts, board packs and Group reporting submissions, providing meaningful variance analysis and commentary.</p></li><li><p><strong>Financial control:</strong> Take ownership of balance-sheet integrity, reconciliations, intercompany accounting, journals and key control processes.</p></li><li><p><strong>Commercial insight:</strong> Work alongside senior stakeholders to explain financial performance, challenge variances and support better business decisions.</p></li><li><p><strong>Planning & forecasting:</strong> Support budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting, with responsibility for the financial reporting elements.</p></li><li><p><strong>Audit & compliance:</strong> Coordinate year-end audit requirements, support statutory reporting and maintain a robust internal control environment.</p></li><li><p><strong>Continuous improvement:</strong> Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, strengthen controls and make better use of systems and technology.</p></li><li><p><strong>Leadership:</strong> Manage and develop two finance professionals, while acting as a technical accounting lead and providing guidance and coaching across the wider finance team.</p></li></ul><p>There will also be occasional travel to other UK sites.</p><h3>What they're looking for</h3><p>You'll be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with at least two years' post-qualified experience in financial reporting, management accounting, financial control or group reporting.</p><p>You'll ideally bring:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Strong experience owning month-end and producing management accounts and reporting packs.</p></li><li><p>A solid understanding of technical accounting, balance-sheet reconciliations and financial controls.</p></li><li><p>The confidence to investigate financial movements, challenge constructively and communicate findings to non-finance stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP and reporting systems.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing, mentoring or developing others.</p></li><li><p>A proactive mindset, with the confidence to take ownership and improve existing processes.</p></li></ul><p>Experience within a multi-entity or international Group environment would be advantageous. Exposure to SAP, Cognos or PLC reporting would also be beneficial.</p><h3>Why consider it?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>A broad, visible management role reporting directly to the Financial Controller.</p></li><li><p>Real ownership of financial reporting and the opportunity to influence the wider finance function.</p></li><li><p>Leadership responsibility for a team of two, alongside technical exposure across the department.</p></li><li><p>The chance to work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>An established healthcare business operating in a sector where quality, accuracy and strong financial management really matter.</p></li><li><p>A competitive package of £65,000-£75,000, bonus and excellent benefits.</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working, with three days per week in the Basingstoke office.</p></li></ul><h3>Interested?</h3><p>If you're an established qualified accountant looking for a role that combines technical reporting, financial control, leadership and the opportunity to make improvements, I'd be keen to have a conversation.</p><p>Please apply with your CV or get in touch directly for a confidential discussion.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMDk5NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-11-02T08:32:08Z
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
- remote
- Permanent
- - GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p> </p><p>Our client is a well-established, privately owned manufacturing and engineering business based in Nottinghamshire, with a strong market presence and an established customer base. The business continues to perform well, with a strong plans for further growth.</p><p> </p><p>They are looking to appoint a qualified Financial Controller to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, working closely with the leadership team to drive financial performance, improve reporting and support commercial decision-making.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, you will run the month-end process, lead a small finance team and make sure the business has accurate, timely information on profitability, stock and cash. There is a genuine opportunity to tighten processes and improve the quality of reporting rather than simply maintaining what is already there.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver the monthly management accounts and board reporting, with clear commentary on performance and margins</li><li>Oversee costing, WIP and stock valuation, working closely with operations to resolve variances</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital and the annual budget and reforecast process</li><li>Prepare year-end statutory accounts under FRS 102 and lead the external audit</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and processes while managing and developing the finance team</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with at least two years' post-qualification experience</li><li>A background in manufacturing, engineering or a similar operational environment where stock and costing are significant</li><li>Hands-on experience of month-end close, statutory accounts and audit, along with previous line management</li><li>Practical and commercially minded, able to explain the numbers clearly to non-finance managers and comfortable challenging when something does not look right</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>Apply now with your CV to be considered for this opportunity.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC45ODY4NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-10-29T08:52:45Z
- Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire
- remote
- Temporary
- 65000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Temporary Financial Controller Role</strong></p><ul><li>2 month temporary role</li><li>Mainly remote, occasional travel to Oxfordshire</li><li>£65,000 - £70,000 equivalent</li><li>Interviews next week</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage payroll and lead the month-end process.</li><li>Prepare the monthly Board pack and financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee cashflow management and forecasting.</li><li>Prepare and post journals, ensuring accurate financial records.</li><li>Take responsibility for financial reporting and provide clear insight to senior stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Must have Xero experience.</strong></li><li>Strong month-end and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Confident communicating with senior stakeholders.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMzI0NDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-10-07T19:56:58Z
- Worcestershire, Worcestershire
- remote
- Temporary
- 450 - 600 GBP / Daily
- <p></p><h1>Interim Finance Director</h1><h2>Location:</h2><p>Worcestershire </p><h2>Contract Type:</h2><p>Interim (6 Months Initial Contract)</p><h2>Day Rate:</h2><p>Up to £550 per day INSIDE IR35</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>We are partnering with a growing SME to appoint an experienced Interim Finance Director to support the business through an important period of change and development. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, you will take ownership of the finance function, provide commercial insight, strengthen controls and support strategic decision-making.</p><p>This is a hands-on role requiring an individual who can operate at both a strategic and operational level. The successful candidate will be comfortable rolling up their sleeves, improving processes and ensuring the business has the financial information required to support growth.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead the day-to-day finance function and manage a small finance team.</li><li>Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management processes.</li><li>Provide commercial support and challenge to the Managing Director and leadership team.</li><li>Improve financial controls, processes and reporting capability.</li><li>Review working capital, cash management and profitability performance.</li><li>Lead year-end accounting activities and manage relationships with auditors, banks and external advisers.</li><li>Oversee balance sheet integrity and ensure robust reconciliation processes are in place.</li><li>Support operational decision-making through meaningful financial analysis and KPI reporting.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements across finance and wider business operations.</li><li>Assist with business planning, strategic initiatives and potential growth opportunities.</li></ul><h2>Key Requirements</h2><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience operating as a Finance Director, Financial Controller or Head of Finance.</li><li>Strong SME experience with the ability to work in a hands-on environment.</li><li>Proven track record of delivering finance transformation, process improvement or business change initiatives.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>Experience managing cashflow, forecasting and working capital within growing businesses.</li><li>Comfortable leading teams and driving accountability across the finance function.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both financial and non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul><h2>Ideal Background</h2><p>We are particularly interested in individuals who have:</p><ul><li>Held interim finance leadership positions.</li><li>Worked within owner-managed, private equity-backed or entrepreneurial businesses.</li><li>Supported periods of growth, turnaround, restructuring or transformation.</li><li>Experience implementing systems, improving reporting and strengthening financial controls.</li><li>A pragmatic, hands-on approach with the ability to quickly build credibility and deliver results.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to work closely with the Managing Director and leadership team.</li><li>Autonomous role with genuine influence over business decision-making.</li><li>Chance to leave a lasting impact through process improvement and commercial support.</li><li>Flexible working environment.</li><li>Immediate start available.</li></ul><p>This opportunity would suit a commercially minded Interim Finance Director who enjoys operating within fast-paced SME environments and can quickly identify opportunities to improve performance, strengthen controls and support sustainable growth.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzMwMzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-10-16T15:58:50Z
- Bath, Somerset
- remote
- Permanent
- 35000 - 42000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Assistant Financial Controller | Bath | Hospitality</strong><br /><strong>£35,000 - £42,000</strong><br /><br />We're working with an established hospitality business in Bath that is looking to recruit an Assistant Financial Controller to join its growing finance team.<br /><br />This is a great opportunity for someone with previous finance or accounts experience who enjoys a hands-on role, working closely with operational teams and getting involved in a variety of finance activities.<br /><br /><strong>What will you be doing?</strong></p><p>▪️ Completing daily revenue, cash and credit card reconciliations<br />▪️ Investigating discrepancies and reviewing financial transactions<br />▪️ Supporting credit control and chasing outstanding debt<br />▪️ Processing supplier invoices and payment runs<br />▪️ Maintaining financial trackers, sales forecasts and performance reports<br />▪️ Supporting month-end processes and providing financial analysis<br />▪️ Working closely with operational managers to support business performance</p><p><br /><strong>What are we looking for?</strong></p><p>▪️ Previous experience in an accounts or finance role<br />▪️ Strong Excel skills and excellent attention to detail<br />▪️ Good understanding of reconciliations and financial processes<br />▪️ Organised, proactive and comfortable working to deadlines<br />▪️ Hospitality experience would be advantageous, but isn't essential</p><p><br /><strong>What's on offer?</strong></p><ul><li>A varied, hands-on finance role within an established hospitality business</li><li>Opportunities for learning and career development</li><li>Generous hotel discounts and complimentary stays</li><li>Well being benefits and enhanced family leave</li></ul><p><br />Interested, or know someone who might be? Drop us a message for a confidential conversation or further details.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFycnkuR2lic29uLjU1MzU5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-11-06T10:15:50Z
- Fife, Fife
- remote
- Permanent
- 65000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a well-established international manufacturing and engineering business to recruit a <strong>Financial Controller</strong> on an 18-month fixed-term contract basis to cover maternity leave. The role will be based in Fife with hybrid working on offer. </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join a successful, market-leading organisation with a strong international presence. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership, responsibility for a finance team, and the opportunity to influence both operational and strategic decision-making.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Financial Controller will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business whilst providing commercial support to stakeholders across multiple functions.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Leading the monthly management reporting process and ensuring timely, accurate financial information.</li><li>Managing forecasting, budgeting, and planning activities.</li><li>Maintaining robust financial controls and balance sheet integrity.</li><li>Overseeing VAT and other statutory compliance requirements.</li><li>Supporting inventory and fixed asset accounting processes.</li><li>Partnering with operational and commercial teams to provide financial insight and support business performance.</li><li>Identifying and driving process improvement initiatives across finance.</li><li>Leading, developing, and supporting an established finance team.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>We are keen to speak with finance professionals who can demonstrate:</p><ul><li>A professional accounting qualification (CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience in a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager position.</li><li>Strong financial reporting, planning, and analysis capabilities.</li><li>Experience managing and developing finance teams.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills.</li><li>Strong systems and Excel proficiency.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to join a successful international organisation.</li><li>Broad and varied role with both operational and commercial exposure.</li><li>Leadership responsibility within a high-performing finance function.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements.</li><li>Competitive salary between £65,000 - £70,000 and benefits package.</li></ul><br><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uOTY0MzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-10-07T15:41:25Z
- Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
- remote
- Contract
- 55000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
- <p></p><h3>Financial Controller (9-Month Fixed-Term Contract)</h3><p><strong>Location:</strong> Llanelli<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £55,000 - £70,000 (DOE)<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract<br /> <strong>Hours:</strong> Full-Time</p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be supporting a well-established business in Llanelli with the recruitment of an experienced Financial Controller on a 9-month fixed-term contract.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join a growing organisation during a key period of change and development. Reporting directly to senior leadership, the successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and effective business partnering across the organisation.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead and manage the day-to-day finance function.</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reporting, and board packs.</li><li>Deliver accurate budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.</li><li>Oversee year-end processes and liaise with external auditors.</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.</li><li>Support strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis.</li><li>Manage and develop finance team members where applicable.</li><li>Drive process improvements and identify efficiencies across finance operations.</li><li>Partner with key stakeholders across the business to support commercial objectives.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Part or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience in a Financial Controller, Head of Finance, or Senior Finance Manager role.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong systems skills, including advanced Excel knowledge.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer?</h3><ul><li>Competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000.</li><li>Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a successful organisation.</li><li>Varied and commercially focused role with exposure to senior leadership.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative working environment.</li><li>Immediate or short-notice applicants welcomed.</li></ul><p>If you're an experienced Financial Controller looking for your next contract opportunity in the Llanelli area, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.</strong></p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/THVuYS5QZXNjZS4yMjEzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-10-26T15:38:38Z
- Dudley, West Midlands
- remote
- Permanent
- 60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
- <h1>Commercial Controller | Manufacturing | Dudley</h1><p><strong>Up to £70,000 + benefits | Permanent | Hybrid - 3 days on site</strong></p><h3>This isn't a month-end role.</h3><p>If your background is in <strong>commercial finance, finance business partnering or commercial analysis</strong>, and you enjoy being close to the decisions that drive a manufacturing business forward, this could be an opportunity worth exploring.</p><p>I'm working exclusively on a newly created <strong>Commercial Controller</strong> position within a growing manufacturing business that has recently been acquired and is now part of a much larger European corporate group.</p><p>The business is growing quickly - with an ambitious plan to <strong>double turnover over the next three years</strong> - and finance is becoming increasingly influential in how the site makes commercial decisions.</p><p>This is a <strong>hands-on, commercially focused role</strong>, partnering directly with the Site Managing Director and wider leadership team, with a dotted line into Group Finance.</p><h3>What will make you stand out?</h3><p>You will already have a strong <strong>commercial finance / business partnering background</strong> and be comfortable challenging the numbers rather than simply reporting them.</p><p>I'm particularly interested in people who have experience with:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Commercial forecasting and financial modelling</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Pricing, margin and profitability analysis</strong></p></li><li><p>Challenging assumptions around <strong>sales, volumes, customer opportunities and cost</strong></p></li><li><p>Working closely with Sales, Operations and senior leadership</p></li><li><p>Turning financial data into <strong>commercial decisions and actions</strong></p></li><li><p>Manufacturing, FMCG, retail or another commercially driven environment</p></li><li><p><strong>Private label</strong>, retailer relationships or customer-specific pricing</p></li><li><p>Acquisition, integration or bringing a business into a larger group structure</p></li></ul><p>You might currently be a <strong>Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance Analyst, Senior Commercial Analyst or similar</strong>, and see this as the opportunity to step into a broader Commercial Controller position.</p><h3>What this role isn't</h3><p>This isn't a traditional Financial Controller or Management Accountant position.</p><p>If your experience is primarily <strong>month-end, statutory reporting and financial control</strong>, without significant commercial partnering, forecasting, pricing or margin exposure, this probably won't be the right fit.</p><p>We're looking for someone who wants to be <strong>part of the commercial conversation</strong> - someone who can ask the difficult questions, spot an opportunity in the numbers and help the leadership team make better decisions.</p><h3>Why now?</h3><p>The business is at an interesting point in its growth.</p><p>Following a recent acquisition, it is becoming part of a much larger international group while retaining significant opportunity at site level. There is a genuine chance for the right person to influence how the finance function supports that growth, rather than simply stepping into an established process.</p><p><strong>Up to £70,000</strong>, hybrid working with <strong>three days on site in Dudley</strong>, plus benefits.</p><p>If you're currently working in <strong>commercial finance or finance business partnering within manufacturing, FMCG or retail</strong>, I'd be interested in speaking with you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uMzE3MTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-10-08T14:17:01Z
- Leeds, West Yorkshire
- remote
- Permanent
- 40000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
- <p></p><strong>Finance Team Manager</strong><br><br><p><strong>Leeds, £40,000 plus Benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation in Leeds to recruit a Finance Team Manager.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with strong leadership skills and a background in finance operations, reconciliations, and payments. Leading a team responsible for bank reconciliations and money transfers, you will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and continuous process improvement.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>As Finance Team Manager, you will oversee the day to day activities of the Bank Reconciliation and Money Transfer team, providing leadership, support, and direction to ensure high levels of performance and service delivery.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead, coach, and develop a finance operations team</li><li>Oversee bank reconciliation and money transfer activities</li><li>Ensure transactions are processed accurately and efficiently</li><li>Manage team performance, workloads, and service standards</li><li>Resolve complex financial and operational issues</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls and regulatory compliance</li><li>Liaise with banking providers and internal stakeholders</li><li>Support audits, system testing, and finance-related projects</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives and process efficiencies</li><li>Provide support and cover for senior management when required</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li>Experience within finance operations, transnational finance, or a regulated financial environment</li><li>Previous supervisory or people management experience</li><li>Strong knowledge of bank reconciliations, payments, and financial controls</li><li>A track record of improving processes and driving efficiencies</li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills</li><li>The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative approach</li><li>Experience using finance systems and Microsoft Office applications</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>£40,000 basic salary and benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements</li><li>Opportunity to lead a high performing team</li><li>Exposure to a variety of projects and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Career development opportunities within a growing organisation</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional looking to combine people leadership with operational excellence in a business that values continuous improvement and employee development.</p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjM3NTUzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-09-15T15:53:34Z
- Bristol, Bristol
- remote
- Contract
- 400 - 600 GBP / Daily
- <p><strong>Senior Finance Lead (ABL & Financing) | Bristol</strong></p><p>Contract, fixed-term | Immediate start</p><p>Robert Half are working with a fast-growing, investor-backed group in Bristol that is looking for a Senior Finance Lead to take ownership of its asset-based lending (ABL) facility, lender reporting and funding model. Hands-on ABL experience is what will set you apart. You will own the facility end to end and be the person who explains the numbers to the lender, with direct access to the decision-maker in a business that is moving quickly.</p><p><strong>The details</strong></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Bristol, on site four to five days a week initially, with some flexibility once established</p><p><strong>Basis: </strong>Contract day rate or fixed-term</p><p><strong>Start: </strong>Immediate</p><p><strong>Rate / salary: </strong>£450-£650pd</p><p><strong>Reports to: </strong>CEO</p><p><strong>Works with: </strong>The Head of Finance Operations, Head of Credit Control & Billing and Financial Controller</p><p><strong>Interviews: </strong>Over the next week or so, with a quick process</p><p><strong>What you will do</strong></p><ul><li>Borrowing base and availability: build and maintain the receivables borrowing base from the existing ledger (eligibility, concentration, dilution and DSO analysis) and produce the weekly availability report</li><li>Lender reporting: own the weekly and monthly reporting packs, covenant compliance, lender information requests and field audits</li><li>Cash flow and funding model: maintain the integrated forecast and 13-week cash flow in a lender-ready format, modelling facility headroom and accordion or additional funding needs as the group grows</li><li>Process and controls: document the borrowing base and reporting processes and embed them in the wider finance team</li><li>Lender interaction: work directly with the lender and present and explain the numbers to their credit team</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on ABL experience, ideally from the borrower side and ideally with a lender or ABL audit background as well</li><li>Strong Excel modelling, 13-week cash flow, integrated forecasting and scenario analysis</li><li>Qualified accountant or equivalent</li><li>Comfortable being hands-on in a fast-moving, founder-led environment</li><li>Direct, works to dates, and confident presenting to a lender's credit team</li></ul><p><strong>Why apply</strong></p><p>Real ownership of a facility that matters, direct access to the decision-maker and flexibility on structure and package for the right person.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjc2ODQyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-10-19T11:09:09Z
- Devizes, Wiltshire
- remote
- Temporary
- 70000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half are recruiting an Interim Head of Finance (12-Month FTC) in Wiltshire (Office Based)</p><p>Start Date: December 2026</p><p>The Opportunity</p><p>A growing and successful business based in Wiltshire is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance to join the organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a hands-on leadership role overseeing a team and playing a key role in supporting the company's continued growth and strategic development.</p><p>This position would suit a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys balancing operational finance, business partnering, and strategic projects within a growing environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and support a finance team of five.</p><p>Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</p><p>Oversee costing and profitability analysis across business lines.</p><p>Deliver insightful financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making.</p><p>Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow processes.</p><p>Lead the annual audit process and act as the key point of contact for external auditors.</p><p>Ensure VAT compliance and oversee all statutory financial obligations.</p><p>Support payroll processes and financial controls.</p><p>Manage CAPEX reporting, tracking and investment analysis.</p><p>Work closely with the Finance Director on strategic initiatives and business improvement projects.</p><p>Support M&A activity, including due diligence, analysis and integration support where required.</p><p>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, reporting and controls.</p><p>Candidate Profile</p><p>The successful candidate will demonstrate:</p><p>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA ).</p><p>Previous experience in a Head of Finance, Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager position. </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4zOTIyOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-10-28T09:37:40Z
- Manchester, Greater Manchester
- remote
- Permanent
- 120000 - 130000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half has partnered with a large business based in Manchester to recruit for a <strong>Head of Financial Control</strong> on a 12-month fixed-term contract.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Near Manchester City Centre<br /> <strong>Working pattern:</strong> 3 days on-site<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> 12-month FTC<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £120,000-£130,000 + strong bonus and pension scheme<br /> <strong>Start date:</strong> Before the end of December, ideally sooner</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is a senior finance leadership opportunity within a large, complex organisation. You will lead financial control activities across multiple business areas, strengthening governance, improving processes and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting. You will also play a key role in finance transformation, driving greater consistency, efficiency and control across the function.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop a large financial control team, including several direct reports, fostering a high-performance culture.</li><li>Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, maintaining robust controls and compliance with finance policies.</li><li>Build effective relationships with senior finance stakeholders, acting as a key contact for business area finance teams.</li><li>Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring findings are addressed and improvements implemented.</li><li>Drive standardisation, automation and continuous improvement across financial control processes.</li><li>Support the implementation of a new ERP system, helping to improve finance processes and operational effectiveness.</li><li>Coach and develop qualified and part-qualified accountants, building capability across the team.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>ACA qualified, with significant post-qualification experience.</li><li>Proven experience in a senior financial control role within a large, complex business or listed company.</li><li>Strong people leadership experience, with a track record of developing teams and building a high-performance culture.</li><li>Experience working within a shared service centre or centre of excellence.</li><li>Demonstrable success in process improvement, automation and standardisation within finance.</li><li>Strong technical accounting, financial reporting, governance and audit management experience.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level.</li><li>Have experience with team management of at least 10 or more employees and ideally have managed managers</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNzExNDIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-10-22T08:28:06Z
- City of London, London
- remote
- Permanent
- 80000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This PE-backed SaaS business based in central London is looking to hire a Finance Manager. It is a newly-created role and the culture of the finance team is fun, dynamic and inclusive. They are looking for someone that can help adding value to the finance team as well as the wider business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The Finance Manager has overall responsibility for the overall finance & accounting activities. You will be responsible for financial reports, management reports, month-end / year-end closing, variance analysis, cash flow forecasting, OPEX review, tax computation and annual audit. You will deal with different key stakeholders as well as the group while providing insightful advice on different projects. You will report to the Financial Controller and lead a team of 3.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The successful candidate for the Finance Manager vacancy will have full qualification of ACA/ACCA/CIMA.</p><p>Candidates who are available to start at short notice will be preferred.</p><p>A 'can-do' attitude is required as well as experience within an holding company. Sound knowledge of accounting standard such as IFRS, UK GAAP.</p><p>Strong communication skills with ability to simplify complex problems and build solution are desired.</p><p>This role will be mainly offering a hybrid working structure and the office is based in central London.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Apply Today</strong></p><p>To apply online (Word attachment only), please click the 'Apply' button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bWVsYW5pZS53b25nLjEzMzk1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-09-15T20:23:02Z
- Leeds, West Yorkshire
- remote
- Temporary
- 65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Interim Finance Manager</strong><br /><strong>Predominantly Remote | Full-Time | Approx. 6-Month Contract</strong></p><p><strong>Robert Half is recruiting on behalf of our client</strong> for an experienced <strong>Interim Finance Manager</strong> to join a small but highly capable finance team on an initial <strong>6-month contract</strong>.</p><p>This is a key role with responsibility for <strong>monthly financial reporting</strong> and the <strong>day-to-day management of finance activity</strong> for the business unit. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Director and collaborate across Operations, Support, Sales, and wider group finance teams in a fast-paced, growing environment. </p><h3 id="key-responsibilities">Key responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Support the Finance Director with financial reporting</li><li>Own monthly financial reporting</li><li>Manage VAT and other tax compliance for UK and Irish entities</li><li>Act as main contact for the external audit</li><li>Coordinate information for annual R&D claims</li><li>Oversee and sign off monthly payroll</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements</li></ul><h3 id="about-you">About you:</h3><ul><li>Qualified accountant or qualified by experience</li><li>Strong financial reporting and technical accounting awareness</li><li>Able to work both hands-on and strategically</li><li>Proactive and collaborative in approach</li><li>Strong IT skills, including process automation</li><li>Experience in a PE Backed business a huge advantage </li><li>Experience in a tech business would be ideal</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for an <strong>interim assignment with predominantly remote working</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi4wNDYwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-09-24T16:05:08Z
- Leeds, West Yorkshire
- remote
- Permanent
- 60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
- <p></p><h1>Finance Manager</h1><p><strong>Leeds , £60,000 - £65,000 bonus & Benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are delighted to be supporting a large, fast-growing business in Leeds in the recruitment of a Finance Manager.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional with strong consolidation and financial reporting experience to join a growing organisation during an exciting period of expansion.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>You will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely group reporting, managing the consolidation process across multiple entities, and supporting key business decisions through high-quality financial information.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead monthly group consolidations and reporting</li><li>Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports</li><li>Support statutory accounts and year-end audits</li><li>Ensure robust financial controls and compliance</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders across the business</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management</li><li>Drive process improvements and reporting efficiencies</li><li>Manage and develop junior finance team members</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified</li><li>Strong experience in financial reporting and consolidations</li><li>Big business experience highly desirable </li><li>Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder management skills</li><li>Advanced Excel user </li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 salary</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Excellent benefits package</li><li>Clear progression opportunities</li></ul><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5Ljc3MzQ4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-09-15T15:33:19Z
- Leeds, West Yorkshire
- remote
- Temporary
- 400 - 500 GBP / Daily
- <p><strong>Treasury Manager </strong><br /><strong>Length:</strong> 6 months<br /><strong>Start:</strong> ASAP<br /><strong>Commitment:</strong> Likely 2 days per week</p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Treasury professional</strong> to provide short-term specialist support to a Group Finance Director and help safeguard the Group's liquidity and financial risk position.</p><p>This is a hands-on interim assignment focused on leading <strong>cash, funding and foreign exchange activities</strong>, while ensuring robust treasury controls and compliance with Group Treasury Policy.</p><h3 id="key-responsibilities">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Lead and manage the FX hedging strategy for USD exposure, including an annual requirement of approximately <strong>USD 140m</strong>.</li><li>Ensure effective mitigation of foreign exchange risk and support the availability of funds required by the business.</li><li>Monitor and manage treasury exposures including: <ul><li>interest rate risk</li><li>foreign exchange risk</li><li>liquidity risk</li></ul></li><li>Use hedging strategies where appropriate in line with policy.</li><li>Oversee the Group's daily cash position and ensure sufficient liquidity is available to meet operational and financial commitments.</li><li>Provide clear, reliable and effective treasury insight to the Group Finance Director.</li><li>Ensure all Group Treasury activities are managed in accordance with the Group Treasury Policy.</li><li>Maintain strong treasury controls and support sound decision-making across treasury operations.</li></ul><h3 id="about-you">About You</h3><ul><li>3-5 years' experience in a treasury management or treasury lead role.</li><li>Strong specialist treasury experience, ideally supported by <strong>ACA, ACCA or CIMA</strong> qualification</li><li>Proven experience operating at a managerial level with accountability for decisions, controls and outcomes.</li><li>Hands-on experience managing material <strong>USD foreign exchange exposure</strong>.</li><li>Direct experience managing annual cash flows or currency requirements of a comparable scale, ideally at least <strong>USD 75m-100m</strong>, with the capability to manage a <strong>USD 140m</strong> annual requirement confidently.</li><li>Comfortable working independently in an interim capacity and adding value quickly.</li></ul><h3 id="additional-information">Additional Information</h3><p>This role can be predominantly remote but you may be required to spend some time in the clients North Leeds based office. </p><p>If you are available at short notice and bring strong treasury and FX hedging expertise, we would be keen to hear from you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi4wNzg0Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-09-17T09:30:58Z
- Wilmslow, Cheshire
- remote
- Permanent
- 60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
- <br><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Finance Manager to join a rapidly growing, international technology business at its Wilmslow office. </p><p>The business has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to expand its international operations. This role will be instrumental in strengthening the finance function, improving internal financial reporting and providing greater commercial insight to support business decisions.</p><p>Working closely with senior finance leadership and colleagues across the UK, Europe and the US, you will take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and management reporting, ensuring financial information is accurate, meaningful and delivered in a timely manner.</p><p>The role will also play an important part in a major finance systems transformation, with the business preparing to transition to SAP S/4HANA. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, commercially minded finance professional looking to make a tangible impact within a growing international organisation, with longer-term career development opportunities.</p><h2>Key responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p>Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with budget holders to develop robust financial plans and understand business performance.</p></li><li><p>Produce and enhance internal financial reports, providing clear analysis of performance, trends and key financial drivers.</p></li><li><p>Deliver regular variance analysis, investigating discrepancies, identifying risks and opportunities, and challenging assumptions where appropriate.</p></li><li><p>Improve the accuracy, consistency and efficiency of financial reporting processes, ensuring data is validated and reliable before being entered into financial systems.</p></li><li><p>Act as a business partner to budget holders and operational stakeholders, translating financial data into meaningful insight to support decision-making.</p></li><li><p>Work closely with US-based finance colleagues to align reporting, processes and financial objectives across the wider business.</p></li><li><p>Manage and develop the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable team, overseeing three team members across the UK and Germany.</p></li><li><p>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and reporting methodologies.</p></li><li><p>Support the transition from Oracle to SAP S/4HANA, working alongside the US IT team on system development, testing and implementation.</p></li><li><p>Contribute to the introduction of new systems and processes, including a purchase order system, ensuring finance requirements are effectively represented.</p></li><li><p>Support internal reporting requirements and collaborate with colleagues responsible for statutory and wider group reporting.</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>You will be a fully qualified accountant with strong experience in management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. You will combine excellent technical capability with the confidence to engage with stakeholders, challenge figures and identify opportunities to improve business performance.</p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.</p></li><li><p>Experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar senior accounting role.</p></li><li>Experience with SAP, particularly SAP S/4HANA</li><li><p>Strong experience in internal financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel skills and the ability to interrogate complex financial data, identify inconsistencies and resolve issues.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and business partnering skills, with the confidence to ask questions and challenge constructively.</p></li><li><p>A proactive, analytical and detail-oriented approach, with a strong focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing or developing a finance team.</p></li><li><p>The ability to work effectively across functions and within an international, matrix-managed organisation.</p></li></ul><h2>What's on offer?</h2><ul><li><p>Salary of up to £70,000.</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to join a growing international business with an established presence across the UK, Europe and the US.</p></li><li><p>A key role in improving internal reporting and strengthening finance processes.</p></li><li><p>Involvement in a significant SAP S/4HANA implementation.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to senior stakeholders and international finance teams.</p></li><li><p>A genuine opportunity for longer-term career development and progression.</p></li><li><p>A dedicated office and car parking at the Wilmslow location.</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a collaborative and supportive company culture.</p></li></ul><p>If you are a qualified accountant looking for a broad Finance Manager role combining internal reporting, business partnering, team leadership and systems transformation, we would be keen to hear from you.</p><br><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjcxODIzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-10-26T15:01:38Z
- Reading, Berkshire
- remote
- Permanent
- 50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing technology recruitment firm to recruit a Finance Manager for its head office in Reading.</p><p> </p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys being hands-on and is looking to develop into a Financial Controller role (via promotion) over the next 2-3 years. You'll work closely with the Finance Director, taking ownership of key finance processes while helping shape the future of the finance function.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll oversee the day-to-day finance operations and play a key role in month-end reporting, payroll, forecasting and financial controls.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare Monthly management accounts and reporting packs</li><li>Manage Month-end including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Oversee staff payroll, commissions and pension uploads</li><li>Produce cash flow forecasts and support budgeting activities</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls and support the annual audit</li><li>Partner with operational teams to improve reporting and finance processes</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified (or equivalent)</li><li>Experience producing management accounts from start to finish</li><li>Confident with balance sheet reconciliations, journals and month-end</li><li>Payroll experience, or the willingness to take ownership following training</li><li>Strong Excel skills and a proactive, organised approach</li><li>Comfortable working in a growing, fast-paced professional services environment</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£50,000-55,000</li><li>4 days in office 1 day working from home</li><li>Clear progression to Financial Controller</li><li>Supportive leadership and genuine career development</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuQWRleS4zNzMxMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-09-17T15:50:15Z
- Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
- remote
- Permanent
- 75000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
- <h1> </h1><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join an <strong>employee-focused SME business</strong>, forming part of an international group. This role is based in South Birmingham</p><p>Based within the UK entity, you will take <strong>full ownership of the UK finance function</strong>, reporting directly to the <strong>Managing Director</strong> and working closely with the wider international Group.</p><p>This is a broad and commercially focused role, with responsibility for the full finance function, financial strategy, reporting, controls, cash flow and team leadership. You will provide financial insight to the MD and senior management team, while also supporting wider business decision-making.</p><p>Alongside finance, the role will have responsibility for areas including <strong>payroll, HR support and quality management processes</strong>, making this an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional looking for genuine ownership and influence within an SME environment.</p><h3>Financial Leadership & Strategy</h3><ul><li>Take <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">full ownership of the UK finance function</strong>, ensuring the effective delivery of all financial activities.</li><li>Report directly to the <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">Managing Director</strong>, providing clear financial insight and commercial advice.</li><li>Develop and implement the financial strategy in line with UK business objectives and wider Group requirements.</li><li>Prepare and deliver <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">quarterly financial reporting to the international Group</strong>.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning processes.</li><li>Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency and cost management.</li></ul><h3>Financial Reporting & Compliance</h3><ul><li>Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Produce financial statements and support the annual audit process.</li><li>Oversee statutory reporting, tax requirements and financial compliance.</li><li>Manage the preparation and submission of corporate tax returns and other financial filings.</li><li>Ensure the UK entity complies with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.</li><li>Liaise directly with HMRC, auditors, banking partners and other external stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Cash Flow & Working Capital</h3><ul><li>Take overall responsibility for UK cash flow management.</li><li>Monitor working capital and liquidity.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve cash flow and minimise financial risk.</li><li>Oversee supplier payments and financial authorisation processes.</li></ul><h3>Group Reporting</h3><ul><li>Act as the key finance contact for the UK entity in relation to Group reporting.</li><li>Prepare and submit quarterly financial information to Group within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Ensure UK financial information is accurate, complete and aligned with Group requirements.</li><li>Work collaboratively with international finance colleagues and senior stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Team Leadership</h3><ul><li>Lead, manage and develop the finance and accounts team.</li><li>Oversee the day-to-day activities of the accounts and administration function.</li><li>Support recruitment, training and development within the team.</li><li>Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability.</li></ul><h3>Business Partnering</h3><ul><li>Work closely with the MD and senior management team to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Provide financial insight across different areas of the business.</li><li>Monitor performance against budgets and agreed targets.</li><li>Provide recommendations around investment and business decisions.</li></ul><h3>Additional Responsibilities</h3><p>The role will also provide support across a number of wider business functions, including:</p><ul><li>HR and payroll oversight.</li><li>Supporting ISO 9001-related processes and continuous improvement.</li><li>Working with operational teams to collect and analyse business data.</li></ul><p><strong>Personal profile</strong></p><ul><li><strong style="font-size: 8pt;">CIMA, ACA or an equivalent accounting qualification.</strong></li><li>Strong experience preparing management accounts and financial statements.</li><li>Previous experience leading or managing a finance team.</li><li>Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial procedures.</li><li>Experience dealing with external auditors, HMRC and banking providers.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and business partnering skills</li></ul><p>Salary - Up to £80k, plus bonus and fantastic benefits </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmJlYXR0aWUuNzQxNTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-09-26T11:25:44Z
- Birmingham, West Midlands
- remote
- Temporary
- 300 - 375 GBP / Daily
- <p></p><h1>Interim Management Accountant</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Central Birmingham (Hybrid) <strong>Rate:</strong> Up to £375 per day (Inside IR35) <strong>Contract Length:</strong> 3-6 Months <strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Robert Half is supporting a well-established and growing business based in Central Birmingham in the recruitment of an experienced <strong>Interim Management Accountant</strong>.</p><p>This is a hands-on role requiring a fully qualified accountant who can hit the ground running and take ownership of delivering accurate and timely financial reporting. Working closely with the Financial Controller and wider finance team, you will play a key role in month-end reporting, balance sheet integrity, budgeting, forecasting and business performance analysis.</p><p>The business is looking for a proactive individual who enjoys being involved in the detail, can challenge processes and provide meaningful financial insight to support decision-making.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Full ownership of month-end close activities</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and control reviews</li><li>Accruals, prepayments and journal preparation</li><li>Variance analysis with clear commentary</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting support</li><li>Cashflow reporting and analysis</li><li>Supporting audit requirements and year-end processes</li><li>Business partnering with operational stakeholders</li><li>Reviewing and improving existing finance processes and controls</li><li>Ad hoc reporting and financial analysis as required</li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile</h2><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified</li><li>Proven experience in a Management Accountant role</li><li>Strong month-end and financial reporting expertise</li><li>Excellent balance sheet control and reconciliation experience</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li><li>Able to work independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Available to start at short notice</li></ul><h2>Desirable Experience</h2><ul><li>Experience within SME, owner-managed or private equity-backed businesses</li><li>Previous interim/contract experience</li><li>Exposure to process improvement and finance transformation projects</li><li>Strong ERP systems experience</li></ul><br><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzkzNzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-10-05T16:23:31Z