<p><strong>Finance Manager - Manufacturing | Up to £85,000 + Benefits</strong></p><p>Location: Hybrid - Hemel Hempstead | Industry: Global Manufacturing<br /> </p><p>Our client, a multinational manufacturing business, is seeking a commercially sharp and technically strong Finance Manager to lead a team of analysts and drive operational finance performance across their EMEA sites.</p><p>This high-impact role will take ownership of inventory, absorption reporting, and cost analysis across a complex manufacturing network, ensuring consistency of financial reporting and policy adherence across multiple regions. You will play a critical role in providing insights to senior stakeholders and supporting ongoing finance transformation initiatives.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of regional Finance Analysts across EMEA.</li><li>Drive the monthly consolidation of operational finance reporting, ensuring accuracy and alignment with group standards.</li><li>Manage cost and absorption reporting, analyse manufacturing variances, and influence strategic decisions to drive cost efficiency.</li><li>Develop and standardise inventory reporting, ensuring compliance with financial policy and controls.</li><li>Partner closely with cross-functional teams (Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality) to develop performance reporting and business planning metrics.</li><li>Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes across the division.</li><li>Leverage ERP (SAP) to streamline reporting, automate processes, and enhance data integrity.</li></ul><p>Ideal Candidate Profile:</p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) or QBE with substantial operational finance experience.</li><li>Strong background in cost accounting, inventory control (cost roll), and absorption costing / analysis within a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Demonstrable success in leading teams and influencing across multi-site and cross-functional setups.</li><li>Extensive experience working within SAP, particularly with inventory and manufacturing modules.</li><li>Confident in handling large data sets and reporting tools (Excel, Power Query, or Power BI advantageous).</li><li>Experience within a global or regional matrix organisation, ideally across EMEA.</li></ul><p>Salary & Benefits:</p><ul><li>Up to £85,000 basic + bonus + benefits</li><li>Hybrid working model (2 days per week in Hemel)</li><li>Genuine career development opportunities in a global environment</li></ul><p>This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior role with genuine strategic input, leading a high-performing team within a complex manufacturing structure. If you thrive in a role where operational finance meets leadership and transformation, we'd love 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/QW50aG9ueS5DbGFyay4xNzkzOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><p><strong>Head of Finance</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Central London<br /> <strong>Working Pattern:</strong> <strong>5 days in the office</strong></p><p><strong>About the Company</strong><br /> Our client is a high-end specialist fit-out company delivering bespoke projects across the hospitality, residential, and commercial sectors throughout the UK and internationally. Known for exceptional design and high-quality delivery, the business partners with globally recognised hospitality brands and major real estate investors.</p><p>With a dynamic and experienced leadership team, the company focuses on innovation, collaboration, and strategic project execution - always delivering to the highest standards, on time and within budget.</p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong><br /> We are seeking a commercially focused <strong>Head of Finance</strong> to take ownership of the company's financial strategy and operations. Reporting directly to the Board, this is a critical leadership role with oversight of all financial activities across the business and its subsidiaries.</p><p>This hands-on position requires an experienced finance professional from the construction or fit-out sector, capable of influencing decision-making and driving financial performance at a strategic level.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Lead all financial operations including management accounting, reporting, and controls</p></li><li><p>Cash flow forecasting, working capital management, and funding strategies</p></li><li><p>Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior leadership</p></li><li><p>Prepare and manage annual budgets and long-term financial plans</p></li><li><p>Oversee HMRC compliance, including CIS, VAT, and corporation tax</p></li><li><p>Lead on year-end processes and statutory account preparation</p></li><li><p>Manage supplier/subcontractor payment terms and credit control</p></li><li><p>Develop and maintain robust financial policies and procedures</p></li><li><p>Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs)</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with commercial and operational teams to support project performance</p></li><li><p>Provide financial insight to support business growth and margin improvement</p></li><li><p>Lead on intercompany accounting and consolidation across group entities</p></li><li><p>Mentor and guide junior finance staff (if applicable)</p></li><li><p>Act as a financial business partner to the leadership team, offering strategic advice</p></li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li><p>ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)</p></li><li><p>Minimum 7 years of senior-level finance experience, ideally within the construction or specialist fit-out industry</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of project costing, WIP, and contract accounting</p></li><li><p>Advanced skills in Xero and Excel</p></li><li><p>Proven track record of leading finance functions and supporting business strategy</p></li><li><p>Commercially astute, with strong analytical and communication skills</p></li><li><p>Detail-oriented, highly organised, and confident working in a fast-paced environment</p></li><li><p>Experience managing group entities and overseeing financial consolidations</p></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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi45NDY1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>In this key role, reporting directly to the Head of Finance, the Finance Manager will play a vital part in enhancing our client's finance function's performance. This position will involve guiding and supervising overseas teams responsible for Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Bank Reconciliations. The Finance Manager will also ensure that accurate and timely financial reports are distributed to the business, while supporting the Head of Finance in crafting strategic insights for senior management to help realise the Group's vision. This is a Hybrid role with 3 days a week in our office in Paddock Wood.<br /> <br /> <strong>Key Responsibilities:<br /> <br /> </strong></p><p><strong>Management Accounts </strong></p><ul><li>Fixed Assets</li><li>Accruals</li><li>Prepayments</li><li>Intercompany reconciliations</li><li>Loan reconciliations</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Planning & Analysis:</strong></p><ul><li>Analyse actual vs budget performance with detailed variance commentary</li><li>Conduct profitability analyses by customer and present findings to the management team</li><li>Collaborate on stock reporting including turnover, holdings, aged stock, and risk assessments</li></ul><p><strong>Cashflow Reporting:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare cashflow forecasts using data from the Bank, AP, AR, and Sales Pipeline</li><li>Identify potential cashflow risks and report to the Head of Finance and CFO</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the collation and processing of monthly payroll for both salaried and shift workers</li><li>Engage with external payroll providers to verify the precision of payroll calculations</li></ul><p><strong>Treasury:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide advice on necessary intra-company cash transfers</li><li> Support various Ad Hoc Projects (e.g., R&D Claims, Finance System improvements)</li><li> Ensure compliance with statutory reporting (VAT, PAYE, P11d, ONS, etc.)</li><li> Staff Management:</li><li>Oversee and ensure accuracy in the offshored AP and AR functions, including daily processing and bank reconciliations</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Professional qualification such as ACA/ACCA/CIMA is desired</li><li>Proficiency in Excel is critical</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary</li><li>Excellent organisational skills, punctuality, and capacity to handle multiple projects simultaneously</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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuNzU4MTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="62" data-end="212">Robert Half is partnering with a leading global real estate firm to recruit a London-based Data Controller on an initial 2-3 month contract.</p><p data-end="424" data-start="214">This is an excellent junior-level opportunity for someone looking to build their experience in data administration and database management, while working within a fast-paced, professional environment.</p><p> </p><p data-start="199" data-end="521"><strong>Role:</strong></p><ul data-end="1235" data-start="554"><li data-end="792" data-start="673"><p data-end="792" data-start="675">Reporting:Create and distribute regular reports from utility data, highlighting any errors or unusual trends.</p></li><li data-end="928" data-start="793"><p data-start="795" data-end="928">Database Maintenance: Run basic queries, update records, and help digitise files to keep information organised and up to date.</p></li><li data-end="1031" data-start="929"><p data-end="1031" data-start="931">Data Checks: Investigate and correct any errors in the data, escalating issues when required.</p></li><li data-end="1143" data-start="1032"><p data-start="1034" data-end="1143">Filing & Documentation: Maintain digital and paper records, such as invoices and supporting documents.</p></li><li data-end="1235" data-start="1144"><p data-start="1146" data-end="1235">Team Support: Work with other departments to provide data and reports when needed.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul data-start="1267" data-end="1791"><li>1-3 years' experience in data entry, administration, or a similar position</li></ul><ul data-start="1267" data-end="1791"><li>Experience in data entry, administration, or record-keeping (utilities or facilities experience is helpful but not essential).</li><li data-end="1491" data-start="1398"><p data-start="1400" data-end="1491">Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and confidence in using spreadsheets for reporting.</p></li><li data-start="1492" data-end="1601"><p data-end="1601" data-start="1494">Comfortable maintaining and updating databases (knowledge of SQL is useful but training can be provided).</p></li><li data-start="1602" data-end="1646"><p data-start="1604" data-end="1646">Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</p></li><li data-start="1647" data-end="1710"><p data-end="1710" data-start="1649">Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks.</p></li><li data-end="1791" data-start="1711"><p data-end="1791" data-start="1713">Willingness to learn more about data management systems and reporting tools.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Organisation:</strong></p><ul><li data-end="77" data-start="43"><p data-start="45" data-end="77">Initial 2-3 month contract</p></li><li data-start="78" data-end="126"><p data-end="126" data-start="80">5 days a week based in the London office</p></li><li data-start="127" data-end="166"><p data-start="129" data-end="166">Global real estate organisation</p></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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuMzY5MjMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="166" data-end="353"><strong data-end="208" data-start="166">Credit Controller </strong><br / data-end="211" data-start="208"> <strong data-end="224" data-start="211">Location:</strong> Stevenage (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days WFH, full-time office during initial training)<br / data-end="317" data-start="314"> <strong data-end="328" data-start="317">Salary:</strong> Competitive + benefits</p><p data-end="662" data-start="355">Robert Half are working with a leading global technology solutions provider to recruit an experienced <strong data-end="478" data-start="457">Credit Controller</strong> for their corporate accounts team. You'll join a supportive, long-standing department of eight, working under highly experienced managers in a fast-paced, international environment.</p><p data-end="662" data-start="355">M<strong>ust have working SAP experience to be considered for this role.</strong></p><p data-start="664" data-end="678"><strong data-start="664" data-end="676">The role</strong></p><ul data-end="1109" data-start="679"><li data-start="679" data-end="764"><p data-end="764" data-start="681">Manage cash collection for large corporate customers (local and export accounts).</p></li><li data-start="765" data-end="839"><p data-end="839" data-start="767">Assess and set credit limits using credit agencies within agreed SLAs.</p></li><li data-start="840" data-end="912"><p data-end="912" data-start="842">Resolve invoice disputes promptly, working closely with sales teams.</p></li><li data-start="913" data-end="995"><p data-end="995" data-start="915">Review aged debt, place delinquent accounts on hold, and set up payment plans.</p></li><li data-start="996" data-end="1058"><p data-start="998" data-end="1058">Apply and maintain credit insurance for specific accounts.</p></li><li data-start="1059" data-end="1109"><p data-end="1109" data-start="1061">Maintain accurate customer and credit records.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1111" data-end="1127"><strong data-start="1111" data-end="1125">MUST HAVE:</strong></p><ul data-start="1128" data-end="1486"><li data-end="1226" data-start="1128"><p data-end="1226" data-start="1130">Several years' <strong data-end="1185" data-start="1145">commercial credit control experience</strong> (corporate ledger exposure essential).</p></li><li data-end="1282" data-start="1227"><p data-start="1229" data-end="1282">Proven experience with <strong data-start="1252" data-end="1279">multi-currency accounts</strong>.</p></li><li data-end="1328" data-start="1283"><p data-start="1285" data-end="1328">Strong knowledge of <strong data-end="1325" data-start="1305">credit insurance</strong>.</p></li><li data-end="1399" data-start="1329"><p data-start="1331" data-end="1399">Ability to analyse <strong data-start="1350" data-end="1374">financial statements</strong> (Balance Sheet & P&L).</p></li><li data-end="1447" data-start="1400"><p data-start="1402" data-end="1447">Confident user of Microsoft Office & Excel.</p></li><li data-end="1486" data-start="1448"><p data-end="1486" data-start="1450">SAP knowledge essential.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1488" data-end="1511"><strong data-start="1488" data-end="1509">Benefits include:</strong></p><ul data-end="1707" data-start="1512"><li data-end="1549" data-start="1512"><p data-end="1549" data-start="1514">Pension scheme (up to 8% matched)</p></li><li data-end="1570" data-start="1550"><p data-end="1570" data-start="1552">Health care plan</p></li><li data-end="1627" data-start="1571"><p data-start="1573" data-end="1627">25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)</p></li><li data-start="1628" data-end="1653"><p data-start="1630" data-end="1653">Flexible home working</p></li><li data-start="1654" data-end="1672"><p data-start="1656" data-end="1672">Onsite parking</p></li><li data-end="1707" data-start="1673"><p data-start="1675" data-end="1707">Reward schemes & cycle to work</p></li></ul><p data-start="1709" data-end="1836">If you're a proactive Credit Controller with a proven track record in a corporate environment, apply now through Robert Half.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuOTg2OTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
