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Finance Director

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
85000 - 95000 GBP / Yearly
We are partnering with a high-growth technology SME based in Manchester City Centre to appoint a commercially astute Finance Director.This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on finance leader to work closely with the CEO and leadership team, taking ownership of the finance function and playing a key role in the company's next phase of growth.The business is looking for someone who can combine strong financial control with genuine commercial insight, helping to shape strategy, improve performance and build the financial infrastructure needed to scale successfully. This is a role for someone who wants to influence the direction of a business, rather than simply report on its performance.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strategic Leadership: Partner with the CEO and senior leadership team to develop and deliver the company's growth strategy, providing financial insight to support key business decisions.</li><li>Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow modelling and financial planning, ensuring the business has clear visibility of performance and future requirements.</li><li>Commercial Finance: Provide insight into revenue performance, margins, pricing, customer profitability and investment opportunities, identifying ways to improve profitability and support sustainable growth.</li><li>Financial Control & Reporting: Own the production of accurate and timely management accounts, statutory reporting and year-end processes, ensuring robust financial controls as the business scales.</li><li>Cash Flow & Working Capital: Take ownership of cash flow forecasting, working capital management and financial planning to support growth and protect the company's financial position.</li><li>Business Performance: Establish meaningful KPIs and reporting frameworks, translating financial data into actionable insight for the leadership team.</li><li>Scaling the Business: Develop and improve financial systems, processes and controls to accommodate growth, enhance efficiency and support informed decision-making.</li><li>Risk & Compliance: Ensure appropriate financial governance and compliance with statutory, tax and accounting requirements.</li><li>Team Leadership: Lead and develop the finance function, building the capability, processes and infrastructure required to support the company's continued expansion.</li></ul><h3>Candidate Profile</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with strong post-qualification experience.</li><li>Experience in a senior finance role within an SME</li><li>Commercially minded, with the ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on with the detail.</li><li>Proven experience supporting business growth, improving financial performance and strengthening financial processes.</li><li>Strong technical grounding across management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial controls.</li><li>Comfortable working in an evolving environment where priorities can change and processes may need to be built or refined.</li><li>Confident partnering with a CEO and influencing commercial decisions at board level.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to balance immediate operational requirements with longer-term strategic objectives.</li><li>A natural business partner who can challenge constructively, identify opportunities and help drive performance.</li></ul><h3>The Opportunity</h3>This is an opportunity to join an ambitious, high-growth business in Manchester City Centre, taking a pivotal role in shaping its financial strategy and helping build the foundations for its next stage of growth.Candidates must be comfortable with 4 days on site in Manchester city centre. 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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjQyMTUzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-26T13:47:30Z

Payroll Manager

Preston, Lancashire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Payroll Manager | Preston | Fully onsite | Up to £60,000Robert Half is partnering with a well-established business in the Preston area to recruit a Payroll Manager to lead its payroll function across a large, multi-site operation.Operating across several sectors, including distribution, manufacturing and retail, the business offers a varied environment and an opportunity to take ownership of a complex payroll function.Reporting to the Group Finance Director, you'll lead an established payroll team, overseeing both internal group payrolls and an external payroll bureau service supporting independent businesses.The Role<ul data-spread="false"><li>Oversee the end-to-end processing of multiple payrolls across the group, ensuring the accurate and timely payment of salaries, bonuses and deductions.</li><li>Manage payroll compliance, keeping up to date with HMRC legislation, statutory reporting and employment-related requirements.</li><li>Oversee pension contributions, reconciliations and associated reporting.</li><li>Manage RTI submissions, P60s, P11Ds and other statutory returns, alongside requirements such as Gender Pay Gap reporting.</li><li>Review and post payroll journals, reconcile payroll-related balance sheet accounts and ensure accurate financial records.</li><li>Produce payroll cost reports and analysis to support budgeting, forecasting and wider financial planning.</li><li>Act as the main point of contact for payroll-related audit queries, working with internal and external auditors.</li><li>Manage post-payroll queries, resolving issues efficiently and maintaining effective communication with employees and stakeholders.</li><li>Lead, develop and support the payroll team, overseeing performance, training and day-to-day operations.</li><li>Support the implementation of legislative changes, new payroll schemes and wider finance and HR projects.</li><li>Oversee the payroll bureau service, ensuring a consistent and reliable service for external clients.</li></ul>About You<ul data-spread="false"><li>Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll within a complex or multi-payroll environment.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and pension schemes.</li><li>Previous experience leading, managing or developing a payroll team.</li><li>Good understanding of payroll journals, reconciliations and payroll-related financial reporting.</li><li>Confident using payroll software and Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.</li><li>A confident communicator, comfortable working with finance, HR and operational stakeholders.</li><li>CIPP qualified, or working towards a relevant payroll qualification, would be advantageous.</li></ul>The OpportunityThis is an opportunity to take ownership of a broad payroll function within an established business, combining operational delivery, team leadership, technical compliance and financial reporting.You'll have direct exposure to senior finance leadership and the opportunity to influence payroll processes across a varied group structure.Salary & Benefits<ul data-spread="false"><li>Salary up to £60,000, depending on experience.</li><li>30 days' annual leave, including bank holidays.</li><li>Enhanced pension and life insurance.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li></ul>If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for a role with genuine ownership, team leadership and responsibility across a varied business, I'd be interested in speaking with you. Please get in touch for a confidential discussion.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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4wOTI0OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-28T16:54:58Z

Head of Marketing

Macclesfield, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Head of MarketingSalary: £60,000 + Benefits Location: CheshireRobert Half are partnering exclusively with a long-established and highly successful live entertainment business to recruit a Head of Marketing.This is a newly created role offering the opportunity to take ownership of the marketing strategy across a portfolio of well-known touring entertainment brands.Reporting to the Commercial Director, you'll lead a small marketing team and work closely with external agencies to drive customer acquisition, increase ticket sales and ensure marketing activity delivers measurable commercial results. The RoleYou'll be responsible for developing and delivering the overall marketing strategy across multiple live events, shows and entertainment brands.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Creating and implementing the overall marketing strategy</li><li>Driving audience growth, customer acquisition and ticket sales</li><li>Leading, developing and coaching a marketing team of four</li><li>Managing external agencies across paid media, SEO and digital channels</li><li>Overseeing CRM, digital marketing, social media, content and brand activity</li><li>Monitoring campaign performance, ROI and return on ad spend (ROAS)</li><li>Using customer insight and data to guide marketing decisions</li><li>Working closely with commercial and operational stakeholders across the business</li><li>Supporting launches into new venues and locations</li></ul> The CandidateWe're looking for an experienced marketing professional with a broad skill set and a strong commercial mindset. You will ideally have:<ul><li>Previous experience in a Marketing Manager, Senior Marketing Manager, Growth Marketing Manager or Head of Marketing role</li><li>Experience developing and delivering multi-channel marketing strategies</li><li>Strong knowledge of digital marketing, CRM and customer acquisition</li><li>A data-driven approach with the ability to analyse performance and optimise campaigns</li><li>Experience managing budgets and external agencies</li><li>Previous team leadership experience</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>A hands-on approach and willingness to get involved in delivery as well as strategy</li></ul>What's on Offer?<ul><li>Opportunity to shape a newly created Head of Marketing position</li><li>Direct influence on commercial performance and business growth</li><li>Broad role spanning multiple brands and channels</li><li>Genuine autonomy and visibility within the leadership team</li><li>Collaborative and entrepreneurial environment</li><li>Salary of £60,000 plus benefits</li><li>25 days holidays</li></ul>If you're looking for an opportunity to take ownership, drive growth and make a visible impact within a unique and exciting business, we'd love to hear from you.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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjkxMTc4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-21T16:20:08Z

Global Revenue Director

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
90000 - 110000 GBP / Yearly
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced revenue accounting leader to take ownership of a global Revenue function within a large, complex international organisation.This is a senior leadership role combining technical accounting expertise, global process ownership and transformation. You will lead an established centralised Revenue team, ensuring robust revenue recognition, effective financial controls and consistent processes across multiple geographies, while supporting continued business growth and integration activity.Reporting to the Head of Global Order to Cash, you will work closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Operations, FP&A, Legal and IT, playing a key role in the ongoing development of a global finance operations function.The role<ul><li>Lead and develop the global Revenue function, balancing effective day-to-day delivery with continuous improvement.</li><li>Own global revenue recognition policies, processes and controls, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, including IFRS 15 and ASC 606.</li><li>Provide technical guidance on complex customer contracts, commercial arrangements, pricing structures and new service offerings.</li><li>Take responsibility for month-end and quarter-end revenue close, working closely with FP&A on forecasting and reporting.</li><li>Drive global process standardisation, automation and the effective use of finance technology.</li><li>Lead the continued transition of revenue accounting activities into a centralised global finance operation, with a transformation programme extending into 2027.</li><li>Oversee financial controls, SOX readiness, audit requirements, SLAs and performance reporting.</li><li>Partner with Group Finance, IT and other stakeholders on acquisition due diligence, purchase accounting and post-acquisition integration.</li><li>Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, providing commercial insight and practical solutions to complex accounting challenges.</li><li>Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.</li></ul> You will be an established revenue accounting leader with the technical credibility to navigate complex revenue recognition matters and the leadership capability to develop a global function.You will ideally bring:<ul><li>10+ years of relevant accounting experience, including at least five years leading a Revenue function.</li><li>Strong technical knowledge of IFRS 15 and ASC 606, with experience applying revenue recognition principles to complex commercial arrangements.</li><li>Experience operating within a global Shared Services or Global Business Services environment.</li><li>A strong understanding of financial controls, SOX requirements, audit and governance.</li><li>A proven track record of leading global process improvement, transformation and standardisation initiatives.</li><li>Experience with major finance and ERP systems; exposure to Oracle PPM, FinancialForce/Certinia or Maconomy would be advantageous.</li><li>Demonstrable experience leading and developing teams within a complex, international business.</li><li>The ability to influence senior stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies.</li><li>A commercially minded, solutions-focused approach, translating strategic priorities into measurable operational improvements.</li></ul>A relevant degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline is expected. A professional accounting qualification or equivalent advanced qualification would be advantageous. Occasional international travel will be required.This is an opportunity to take a leading role in shaping a global Revenue function at an important stage of its development. You will combine ownership of an established operation with the opportunity to influence how revenue accounting processes, systems and controls evolve as the business continues to grow and integrate new acquisitions.For an experienced revenue leader who enjoys operating at both a strategic and technical level, this role offers significant international exposure, senior stakeholder engagement and the opportunity to deliver lasting improvements across a global finance environment.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjA0MjAzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-29T10:21:45Z

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