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FP&A Analyst

Northwich, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
FP&A Analyst - Commercial Finance Business Partner | Northwich | Hybrid working | Up to £50,000 + bonusAre you looking for a finance role where you can influence business decisions, challenge the status quo and have a genuine impact on commercial performance?Robert Half is working exclusively with an established technology services business at an important stage of its development, offering the opportunity to help shape its FP&A function and bring greater commercial insight into the business.Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll have visibility across the operation, with real scope to influence pricing, profitability, business efficiency and future growth. Rather than simply reporting on what has happened, you'll help the business understand what it means, where opportunities exist and what needs to change to improve performance.For someone who wants to move beyond traditional management accounting or reporting and become more commercially involved, this is an opportunity to make your mark.The Opportunity<ul><li>Influence commercial decisions: Work closely with senior stakeholders, providing financial insight and challenge to support better business decisions.</li><li>Drive profitability: Get under the skin of the business, understanding margins, pricing and operational performance to identify opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Help shape FP&A: Play an active role in developing a more forward-looking finance function, strengthening financial modelling, forecasting and commercial analysis.</li><li>Gain wider business exposure: Build relationships across Sales, Operations and Service Delivery, influencing decisions and developing a broader understanding of business performance.</li><li>Make a tangible difference: Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, assess commercial proposals and help drive sustainable profitability.</li><li>Take ownership: Join a relatively flat structure where you'll have the autonomy to bring ideas forward, challenge existing approaches and see the impact of your recommendations.</li></ul>What We're Looking ForThis opportunity would suit a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys getting under the skin of a business and influencing outcomes, rather than simply reporting on historical performance.You'll ideally bring:<ul><li>Experience in FP&A, commercial finance, finance business partnering or management accounting.</li><li>Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, including advanced Excel.</li><li>The confidence to engage with senior stakeholders, challenge assumptions and translate financial information into practical commercial recommendations.</li><li>A proactive, curious approach, with the ability to identify opportunities and recommend solutions.</li><li>The ability to work autonomously and take ownership in a changing business environment.</li></ul>Full qualification isn't essential. The business is open to part-qualified candidates and those with relevant experience who can demonstrate the right commercial mindset.Experience in technology, services or recurring revenue businesses would be advantageous, but isn't essential.The Package<ul><li>Salary up to £50,000, depending on experience.</li><li>Annual bonus.</li><li>Hybrid working, with three days a week in the Northwich office (Tuesday to Thursday).</li><li>Private healthcare and dental plan options.</li><li>Birthday day off, plus increased annual leave with service.</li><li>Employee discounts, wellness benefits and ongoing training and development.</li></ul>Interested?If you're looking for a role that will broaden your commercial exposure, give you a voice in business decisions and allow you to make a tangible difference to performance, please get in touch.Apply with your latest CV to find out more about this exclusive opportunity.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi42OTI1NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-14T15:46:19Z

Financial Controller

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
<h1> </h1>Financial Controller - ManchesterLocation: Manchester We are partnering with a successful international business to appoint a Financial Controller to join its Manchester-based finance team.Reporting to the CFO, you will take ownership of group financial reporting, statutory accounts, consolidation, audit and tax compliance across a number of UK and international entities. You will also lead and develop the financial accounts team and support the wider business with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare UK statutory and consolidated group accounts.</li><li>Manage UK and international audit processes and statutory deadlines.</li><li>Oversee corporation tax, VAT and other tax compliance.</li><li>Manage group consolidation, intercompany balances and FX accounting.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting with the CFO.</li><li>Develop and improve finance processes, systems and controls.</li><li>Lead, mentor and develop the financial accounts team.</li><li>Provide financial analysis and support ad hoc projects.</li></ul>About you:<ul><li>ACA or ACCA qualified.</li><li>Strong statutory accounts and financial control experience.</li><li>Experience with group consolidation and intercompany accounting.</li><li>Good understanding of taxation and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Experience working with UK and international auditors/advisers.</li><li>Strong Excel skills, including PivotTables.</li><li>Commercial, detail-oriented and confident communicating with senior stakeholders.</li><li>A proactive approach to improving processes and ways of working.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking for a broad Financial Controller role with significant exposure to international finance, senior leadership and process improvement.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjIxNDE3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-17T16:08:38Z

Management Accountant

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Temporary
350.00 - 400 GBP / Daily
We are recruiting for a Management Accountant to join a growing international business on a 12 month fixed-term contract.This is a hands-on accounting role with a strong focus on process improvement, standardisation and automation. The business is investing in new operating models, AI and technology, and is looking for someone who can help make finance processes more efficient and scalable.You'll be responsible for a portfolio of UK and international entities, supporting month-end and group accounting while identifying and implementing improvements.Salary: £50k-£65k. <h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Management and subsidiary accounting across multiple entities.</li><li>Month-end journals, P&L analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Bank reconciliations and financial reporting.</li><li>Working with AP/AR teams and local accountants.</li><li>Supporting VAT, statutory and tax requests.</li><li>Assisting with financial statements and FX hedging.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to standardise and automate finance processes.</li><li>Supporting the use of AI, Power BI and other technology to improve reporting and workflows.</li><li>Providing support to the Finance Manager and wider finance leadership team.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>We're looking for a qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with solid management accounting and multi-entity experience.You'll ideally have:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong month-end accounting experience.</li><li>Experience with P&L, balance sheets, reconciliations and journals.</li><li>A proactive, improvement-focused mindset.</li><li>The confidence to challenge inefficient processes and suggest better ways of working.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a high standard of delivery.</li><li>An interest in AI, automation and technology.</li><li>Power BI or strong excel experience would be advantageous.</li></ul>This role would suit an experienced Management Accountant or someone around 2 years post-qualified who wants to combine core accounting with finance transformation and process improvement.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuODI0NzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-26T16:17:54Z

Senior Finance Manager

Colne, Lancashire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Senior Finance ManagerLocation: East Lancashire (Hybrid - 3 days office based)The OpportunityRobert Half is partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed business to recruit a Senior Finance Manager based in East Lancashire. 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.This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to step into a broad leadership role with genuine progression towards Financial Controller.The RoleReporting 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.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.You'll also work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple UK locations as part of a well-supported Group Finance function.Key Responsibilities<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>About YouWe're looking for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.You'll be confident communicating with senior stakeholders, capable of influencing strong personalities and comfortable balancing operational support with robust financial control.You'll ideally have:<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>What's on Offer<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>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. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjgxNjIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-30T10:31:07Z

Group Reporting Manager

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Group Reporting Manager | Manchester | £75k - £85,000 + bonus An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Group Reporting Manager to join a growing international organisation based in Manchester.Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will play a key part in strengthening the finance function, taking ownership of group reporting, statutory compliance and financial controls across a number of UK and international entities.This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working in a growing, entrepreneurial environment where they can make improvements, add value and work closely with senior stakeholders.Key responsibilities include: * Leading the preparation of group consolidated and statutory accounts * Managing audit processes across multiple jurisdictions * Overseeing tax compliance and regulatory reporting requirements * Working with international entities, advisors and auditors * Supporting improvements to finance processes, controls and systems * Providing technical accounting expertise and developing the wider finance team * Supporting the CFO with budgeting, forecasting and ad hoc analysisThe ideal candidate will be: * ACA / ACCA qualified * Experienced within industry following practice * Strong technically, with experience across group consolidations, statutory reporting and international entities * Comfortable working in a medium-sized, growing business where they can have real ownership and influenceThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to move into a role with significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape and improve a finance function.If you're interested in hearing more, please get in touch.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4yNDU1NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-01T16:02:30Z

Part-Time Charity Finance Manager

Leeds, West Yorkshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Part-Time Charity Finance Manager Location: Just outside Ilkley Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 FTE Working Pattern: 3 days per week Hybrid working: Available following initial settling-in periodRobert Half is delighted to be supporting a well-regarded charity in the search for a Part-Time Finance Manager to join their team based just outside of Ilkley.Reporting to the Operations Director, this is a broad and rewarding role with responsibility for overseeing all finance activities across the charity. You will play a key role in ensuring the organisation remains financially strong, compliant with relevant legislation, and well-positioned to support its ongoing mission.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a hands-on role, partnering with senior stakeholders, and making a meaningful impact within a values-driven organisation.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Managing the day-to-day finance function for the charity</li><li>Preparing timely and accurate financial reports for senior leadership</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management</li><li>Producing management accounts and financial analysis</li><li>Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and charity legislation</li><li>Supporting audit processes and year-end reporting</li><li>Overseeing financial controls and identifying areas for process improvement</li><li>Providing financial insight to support strategic and operational decision-making</li></ul>About you:<ul><li>Ideally fully qualified, although strong QBE candidates will also be considered</li><li>Previous experience in a broad finance role, ideally with ownership of the full finance function</li><li>Strong technical finance skills and a sound understanding of financial controls and compliance</li><li>Able to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Organised, proactive and comfortable working independently</li></ul>In return, the organisation can offer a flexible 3-day-per-week position, the opportunity to work for a highly worthwhile cause, and hybrid working once you are established in the role.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci4yMzIyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-14T09:24:09Z

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