<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is excited to be working exclusively and on a retained basis with AFL Telecommunications in Milton Keynes to assist with the recruitment of a Senior Financial Accountant during an exciting period of growth, change and development for the business.</p><p>AFL provides industry-leading solutions, products and services to the energy, service provider, enterprise and industrial markets as well as a number of emerging markets.</p><p>We manufacture, engineer and install fibre optic products and associated equipment. This includes:</p><ul><li>Fibre optic cables</li><li>Fibre optic Connectivity</li><li>Fusion Splicers</li><li>Test and Inspection Equipment</li></ul><p>Whether you need to build or upgrade a network or apply the latest fibre optic technology, AFL connects you with the solutions that fit your every need.</p><p><strong>Vision and Values</strong></p><p>AFL's mission is to connect our customers around the world with innovative technologies, exceptional products and high quality services. </p><p>Our vision is to positively impact communities by delivering superior solutions. </p><p>Our core values are shared among all AFL associates. These values drive our culture and priorities and provide a framework in which decisions are made.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Senior Financial Accountant you will be based in Milton Keynes and provide support to the UK based business and branches in Ireland, Norway and South Africa with an emphasis on exceptional customer experience, process excellence, continuous improvement and innovation and best practice compliance at the core of what we do. As the parent company is based in the United States, this role is responsible for ensuring compliance with US GAAP accounting principles and the local statutory requirements where the entity operates.</p><p> Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Manage VAT submissions by gathering required information, preparing returns, and liaising with external advisors as needed.</li><li>Report UK Tax - Corporation Tax, R&D, Patent Box, P11ds, PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA's).</li><li>Report tax related ad hoc statutory financial statements for AFL and Fujikura.</li><li>Corporate tax management including compiling all relevant information for 3rd party preparation of annual corporate tax return related to AFL UK and review of completed returns for accuracy prior to submission with final approval authority.</li><li>Ensure all claims and elections are submitted to minimize tax liabilities.</li><li>Arrange payments to HMRC and between group companies.</li><li>Tax planning </li><li>Support the Corporate Tax team based in the US in the completion of all tax returns, support for governmental audits, and support implementation of processes, whether systemic or otherwise, to ensure both the Company and customers are properly taxed.</li><li>Assist with monthly closing activities including journal entries, accruals, support reporting, and analysis activities.</li><li>Assist with preparation of monthly balance sheet, P&L, and supporting schedules.</li><li>Maintain a monthly accounting calendar, ensuring deadlines for reconciliations, journals and reporting are met.</li><li>Perform monthly reconciliation or reviews of all assigned accounts.</li><li>Assist with tracking Products business unit capital projects to ensure timely and accurate capitalization of assets.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting policies, standards, and internal controls.</li><li>Build proactive and collaborative relationships globally with internal customers and cultivate a culture of teamwork.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p> </p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with Strong UK Accounting skills from industry or making your first move from Practice looking for a role to create and lead a continuous improvement and innovation culture. You will be looking for a new challenging opportunity within a business that has seen unprecedented growth and development in recent years. Previous experience of Oracle would be of additional benefit as would exposure to a manufacturing environment. Must be self-motivated, able to act on own initiative and be able to communicate at all levels.. This is an excellent role where development will be available as the business changes and develops.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>The role of Senior Financial Accountant for AFL Telecommunications in Milton Keynes is offering a salary of £50-70K+ Benefits and will be working in the office on a full time basis initially with a view to hybrid in Milton Keynes. This is an exciting and strong development opportunity for someone to push their career forwards in a role within a well respected business with continued growth plans</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTczOTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>ASSISTANT FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT - PERMANENT - UP TO £45k - MOORGATE - HYBRID </strong></p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a ground-breaking client who are looking for a full-time Assistant Financial Accountant. In this newly created role you'll support the IFRS Lead and Financial Control Leadership Team in delivering accurate, robust financial reporting that helps drive informed decision-making.</p><p><strong>Things to know: </strong></p><ul><li>Up to £45k </li><li>Hybrid working - 2-3 days onsite in Moorgate, with the rest working from home </li><li>Only part-qualified ACCA/ACA candidates will be considered. </li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in updating and reconciling the fixed asset register.</li><li>Process asset additions, disposals, and reclassifications.</li><li>Support fixed asset reporting and depreciation calculations.</li><li>Help with physical asset checks and disposal documentation.</li><li>Provide lease accounting and construction-in-progress support.</li><li>Assist with balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Support monthly reports and year-end accounts.</li><li>Help respond to audit queries and prepare documentation.</li><li>Follow internal control procedures.</li><li>Maintain process documentation and support improvements.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul><li>Part-qualified (ACCA/ACA). </li><li>Previous experience in financial accounting. </li><li>Experience in fixed assets and leasing would be a bonus. </li><li>This role would suit a hands-on individual who can work autonomously. </li><li>Advanced Excel skills. </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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMjQ0NjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a global PR firm in London's West End to hire an immediate, qualified interim Financial Accountant for a 6-month contract.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, qualified Financial Accountant for a 6 month contract and as part of this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul><li>Preparing financial statements (profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow)</li><li>Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax laws, and regulations</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations </li><li>Managing month-end and year-end processes</li><li>Analysing financial data to spot trends or anomalies and working with large data sets</li><li>Liaising with auditors during audits</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial records for internal and external reporting</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Financial Accountant role will be a qualified accountant CA, ACA or ACCA who has qualified in audit. You will have experience working with large data sets and have intermediate excel experience.</p><p>You must be immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is a global PR Firm are looking to recruit an immediate, qualified Financial Accountant for 6 months. You will be based in the office 4 days per week initially for training. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £325-375 per day, dependant on experience. </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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi44OTk0OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Accountant | Energy Sector | London (Hybrid) | £45,000 - £55,000 </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Robert Half</strong> are working with a leading organisation involved in <strong>one of the UK's largest and most complex energy infrastructure programmes</strong>. As the project scales, the finance team is growing-and they are now looking to hire a <strong>Financial Accountant</strong> to help establish key financial processes, with a focus on fixed asset register setup and lease accounting. With new leadership in place and a growing function, this role offers the chance to shape best practices from day one within a collaborative and evolving finance team.</p><p> </p><p>This is a newly created role, offering the chance to shape and define your remit from the ground up. With the finance function still in its early stages of growth, there's significant opportunity for development and progression. You'll be joining at a pivotal moment in a high-profile, nationally significant project-making this an ideal move for someone looking to make a lasting impact while advancing their career.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Financial Reporting Manager, you'll take ownership of key areas within the financial accounting function, with a particular focus on fixed assets and lease accounting. Your responsibilities will include:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Playing a key role in shaping and implementing the fixed asset register and associated processes.</li><li>Taking full ownership of the fixed asset register-ensuring accurate and timely capitalisation, control, and compliance with IFRS.</li><li>Reconciling asset data across systems and sub-ledgers, while working closely with Commercial teams to ensure alignment with operational asset registers.</li><li>Supporting IFRS 16 lease accounting, including tracking right-of-use assets and calculating depreciation.</li><li>Preparing and reconciling balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Contributing to monthly financial reporting and the preparation of statutory accounts.</li><li>Assisting with both internal and external audit queries.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><ul><li>A background in financial accounting in industry, with hands-on experience in fixed assets-ideally involving the setup and review of asset registers, not just balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Strong lease accounting knowledge is highly desirable.</li><li>Ideally studying towards the final stages of ACCA, ACA or CIMA.</li><li>Fully qualified candidates (ACCA or ACA) are also encouraged to apply.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>🤝</strong><strong>Here's what's waiting for you</strong></p><ul><li>28 days holiday, plus bank holidays.</li><li>Annual performance-based bonus.</li><li>Exceptionally generous pension scheme - 10% employer contribution, increasing with service.</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office.</li><li>£1,500 annually in flexible benefits, which can be used toward healthcare, financial wellbeing, lifestyle perks, or taken as additional salary.</li><li>Life assurance at 8x your annual salary.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p>This is a unique opportunity to join a newly established and growing finance team within one of the UK's most high-profile, large-scale infrastructure programmes. With no fixed asset register or existing process in place, you'll play a key role in building this function from the ground up-designing and implementing procedures to ensure accuracy, control, and compliance.</p><p> </p><p>This role goes far beyond transactional work; you'll take ownership of the full fixed asset process, alongside a significant focus on lease accounting. You'll also support balance sheet reconciliations, month-end close, internal and external audit, regulatory reporting, and group submissions.</p><p> </p><p>There's a strong finance transformation agenda, so you'll have the chance to input into process improvements and systems development-making this an ideal time to join, shape the role, and have real impact. Not to mention, this is a multi-billion-pound project that's attracting national attention-your work will directly contribute to its success.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMjQ0MDIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a fast growing Government Body in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Accountant for 18 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate interim Accountant for 18 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Balance sheet journals</li><li>Vat returns</li><li>Month end duties </li><li>Project management experience </li><li>Budgeting</li><li>Working capital requirements</li><li>Net asset assessment statements </li><li>Supporting with production of management accounts</li><li>Dealing with suppliers and key stakeholders internal and externally</li><li>Cash flow forecasts</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful interim Accountant will either be a part qualified or newly qualified ACCA, ACA, CIMA or CA</p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Government Body based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim role will be paying a salary between £45,000-£60,000 dependant of experience.</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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjgwNDgxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Accountant on behalf of a specialist Manufacturing business with offices in Northampton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Accountant you will support the UK and Europe Finance Teams with Key Financial Controls and Statutory Accounting. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly and year-end financial statements in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102</li><li>Support preparation of consolidated group accounts to incorporate the US business.</li><li>Cashflow management</li><li>Prepare and submit UK VAT returns, EC sales lists, and Intrastat where applicable.</li><li>Month end Reconciliations</li><li>Balance sheet recs and reporting</li><li>Team Management</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ACA or ACCA either from Practice or with a number of years financial accounting experience from industry. Strong knowledge of UK Gaap and FRS102 is essential as is the ability to develop and improve existing processes and controls. </p><p>Company</p><p>The Business is a leading global player in its field and offers excellent career development, continuity and growth.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Accountant in Northamptonis paying £60-65K + Excellent Benefits and is working 5 Days a week in the office in Northampton with occasional flexibility.</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMTY3NjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are seeking a newly qualified industry trained Financial Accountant or Auditor from a large practice, to join a Global Real Estate and Property Services firm as a Financial Accountant. Paying up to £65k and based in Central London (Hybrid Working).</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure timely payroll posting during month-end close for multiple entities, managing a workforce of several thousand employees.</li><li>Serve as a key liaison between the Financial Control and Commercial Finance team, to address payroll-related inquiries efficiently.</li><li>Prepare reconciliations for payroll balance sheet accounts in compliance with SOX regulations.</li><li>Implement and oversee critical payroll SOX controls, ensuring adherence to deadlines and maintaining high-quality documentation standards.</li><li>Contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of process documentation related to payroll controls and procedures.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Profile</strong></p><ul><li>You will need to be a newly qualified Accountant with extensive balance sheet and balance sheet reconciliations experience.</li><li>Auditors from a large practice will also be considered.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Company</strong></p><p>The organisation is a global Real estate and Property Services firm who operate in over 50 countries. The company have experienced huge growth in recent years, they have a Finance team of over 100 people in London and there will be a plethora of opportunities to develop and progress.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuOTE0NzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is recruiting for a proactive and commercially minded Management Accountant to join a growing finance function based in Leicester, with hybrid working available. This permanent position offers the opportunity to take ownership of financial reporting across a diverse contract portfolio while providing strategic financial insight to senior stakeholders.</p><p>As a Management Accountant, you will oversee monthly management accounts, lead on budgeting and forecasting, and manage at least one Assistant Management Accountant. Your work will provide clear, actionable financial commentary, enabling informed decision-making and improved business performance. You will also be a key point of contact for financial matters within your portfolio, working closely with operational leaders to support performance and drive process improvements. This role offers a salary of £40,000 - £48,500.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts with insightful commentary on key drivers.</li><li>Manage and develop at least one Assistant Management Accountant.</li><li>Take responsibility for multiple contracts, including balance sheet reviews and actions to resolve outstanding items.</li><li>Ensure accurate completion of VAT returns.</li><li>Lead the year-end process and coordinate the production of audited financial statements.</li><li>Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts in collaboration with operational teams.</li><li>Oversee cash flow management and billing schedules for the contract portfolio.</li><li>Promote and implement continuous improvement initiatives within financial processes.</li><li>Undertake ad-hoc analysis and reporting to support business needs.</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS)</li><li>Strong commercial awareness with the ability to influence decision-making at senior levels.</li><li>Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide practical solutions.</li><li>Proven track record of managing and developing finance team members.</li><li>Skilled communicator, capable of building strong relationships across finance and operational teams.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing competing priorities.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMjgyNDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are exclusively partnering with a well established venture capital firm based central London to recruit a patiently progressive accounts assistant to join their vibrant team. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit a patiently progressive accounts assistant on a permanent basis, in their vibrant London office. In this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><p><strong>Purchase Ledger</strong></p><ul><li>Handle any supplier queries and ensure responses are sent promptly</li><li>Process all purchase invoices in a timely manner, ensuring coding and approval of invoices is in accordance with company compliance and control policies and procedures</li><li>Responsible for payment runs and ensure the supplier/creditor ledger is updated accordingly.</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements to aged creditor reports within the accounting system and resolve any issues</li><li>Maintain the archiving records of purchase ledger</li><li>Administer the central finance email inboxes</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Cashbook</strong></p><ul><li>Process, maintain and ensure the accuracy of the bank account postings</li><li>Reconcile all bank accounts daily</li><li>Prepare weekly payment runs</li><li>Review and reconcile corporate credit card statements with inputs from cardholders</li><li>Manage employee expense payment process</li><li>Review Company credit card statements and upload for review by relevant card holder </li></ul><p><strong>Month End</strong></p><ul><li>Raise and process sales invoices and carry out credit control activities</li><li>Posting accounting journals</li><li>Complete various month-end reconciliations</li></ul><p><strong>EIS Operational Finance</strong></p><ul><li>Support in managing data and record keeping for over 3,000 EIS investors, ensuring accuracy and compliance</li><li>Prepare payment instructions for investor distributions</li><li>Investor withdrawal calculations</li><li>Prepare transfer instructions</li><li>Quarterly management fee billing and accruals</li><li>Support quarterly onboarding of investors</li><li>Administer quarterly payments to IFAs</li><li>Support with 6-monthly reporting to investors</li><li>Support with exit administration</li><li>Assist ad hoc investor queries</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful candidate, will have at least 2+ months experience working within finance team as an accounts assistant for a reputable profressional services or financial services firm.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is a Venture capital firm based in central London. You will be office based 3 days a week. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>£30,000 - £40,000</li><li>Attractive bonus scheme - up to 50% discretionary </li><li>Share options</li><li>15% Employer pension contribution</li><li>Income Protection up to 75% of your basic salary</li><li>Group Life Assurance equal to 15 times your base salary </li><li>30 Days Holiday</li><li>Private Health Cover</li><li>Nuffield Annual Health Screening</li><li>Workplace Nursery Scheme</li><li>Critical Illness Cover</li><li>Vision Care</li><li>Travel Insurance</li><li>Cycle to work Scheme</li><li>Travel season ticket loan</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/QmFmZm91ci5BZ3lhcG9uZy5OdHJhaC40NDM5NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Location: Hemel Hempstead (1-2 days on-site, flexibility for once every two weeks if based further afield)<br /> Day Rate: £450 - £600 a day (Inside IR35)</p><p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be working with a global organisation who are seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Financial Analyst</strong> to join their Finance team on a temporary basis. This role will play a key part in supporting global operations, driving financial reporting, cost control, and process improvements across the business.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, consolidate, and deliver accurate monthly financial reports and operational metrics.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning cycles.</li><li>Drive consistency and automation across finance processes and reporting tools.</li><li>Ensure robust cost control, variance analysis, and inventory reporting.</li><li>Partner with operations teams (procurement, supply chain, quality, logistics) to provide financial insight.</li><li>Support finance projects, process improvement initiatives, and ad-hoc analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent relevant experience.</li><li><strong>Power Query experience - ability to build own reports and model large complex data sets.</strong></li><li><strong>Advanced Excel - lookups, VBA, macros etc.</strong></li><li><strong>Manufacturing experience.</strong></li><li>Knowledge of SAP and reporting tools (e.g. PowerBI) desirable.</li><li>Proven experience in variance analysis, financial reporting, and handling large datasets.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge at all levels.</li><li>Analytical mindset, proactive approach, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMDIzNTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This is an exciting retail and manufacturing business based in the city of London. They have a collection of dynamic brands specialising in unique, modern and luxury home & office furnishing with a strong presence across Europe.</p><p>They are now looking to hire an experienced Senior Accounts Assistant (Accounts Payable) to join their finance team. <strong>This role will be based full-time in office.</strong></p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The Senior Accounts Assistant for this retail and manufacturing business based in the City of London, will work closely with the Finance Manager in handling day-to-day processing & transactional activities. They will take on a range of key responsibilities including:</p><ul><li>Checking bank statements for incoming monies and allocate/reconcile against the ledger</li><li>Coding, booking and manual processing of purchase invoices</li><li>Matching purchase invoices to purchase orders</li><li>Preparation of weekly payment runs</li><li>Reconciliation of supplier statements</li><li>Maintenance of Ledger Control Accounts</li><li>Filing of purchase invoices, sales invoices and purchase and sales orders</li><li>Answering queries from suppliers</li><li>Assisting with ad hoc duties across the accounts department</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal profile for this Senior Accounts Assistant position, should have the following attributes:</p><ul><li>4+ years of experience within a similar Accounts Assistant / Accounts Payable capacity.</li><li>Experience in dealing with multi-currency transactions.</li><li>Exposure working with manual processes within an SME environment.</li><li>Strong experience in Excel.</li><li>Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.</li><li>AAT background would be highly preferred.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£36,000 to £40,000 plus benefits including:</p><ul><li><strong>Full-time, 5 days in office (will be reviewed to hybrid after probation)</strong></li><li>Study support package</li><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays</li><li>Pension - 6% contribution</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Staff discount</li></ul><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjYyODM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is proud to be exclusively partnered with a market-leading engineering and technology business based just outside Peterborough in their search for an experienced <strong>Project Accountant</strong> on a 6-month fixed-term contract.</p><p>This is a <strong>hands-on, fully office-based role</strong> based just outside of Peterborough - so <strong>access to your own vehicle is essential</strong>. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting the Business Unit General Manager with critical financial insight, while also managing a small finance and admin team.</p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p>As the Project Accountant, you will be responsible for driving financial performance through robust reporting, commercial analysis, and close collaboration with operational leaders. You'll also take ownership of monthly reporting cycles, internal controls, and financial planning, whilst supporting wider business decision-making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Own and deliver month-end reporting, KPIs, and management accounts</p></li><li><p>Analyse financial data and advise the Business Unit General Manager on commercial decisions</p></li><li><p>Support cash flow forecasting, budget setting, and cost control</p></li><li><p>Oversee VAT, CIS and corporation tax compliance (with support from advisors)</p></li><li><p>Conduct project reviews with Project Managers, ensuring strong financial governance</p></li><li><p>Line manage the Assistant Finance Business Partner and wider admin team</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with internal controls and Group accounting policies</p></li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)</p></li><li><p>Experience in project accounting and cash flow management</p></li><li><p>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, manufacturing/engineering-type environment</p></li><li><p>Skilled communicator who can present financial insight to non-financial stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Confident user of Excel; SAP experience advantageous</p></li><li><p>Previous team management experience</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjY2Mzc1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="242" data-start="125"><strong data-end="176" data-start="125">Robert Half is recruiting: </strong><strong>Assistant Accountant</strong><br data-start="176" data-end="179" /> <strong data-start="179" data-end="192">Location:</strong> Hitchin (Office-based - Full Time)<br / data-end="218" data-start="215"> <strong data-end="228" data-start="218">Hours:</strong> 39 per week</p><p data-start="244" data-end="524">Robert Half is partnering with a well-established UK manufacturer specializing in high-quality architectural hardware to recruit an <strong data-start="376" data-end="400">Assistant Accountant</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to gain broad experience in a busy finance function.</p><p data-start="526" data-end="553"><strong data-end="551" data-start="526">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-end="1026" data-start="554"><li data-start="554" data-end="680"><p data-end="680" data-start="556">Process day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank and cash reconciliations.</p></li><li data-end="759" data-start="681"><p data-start="683" data-end="759">Handle customer and supplier queries and support credit control processes.</p></li><li data-end="878" data-start="760"><p data-end="878" data-start="762">Assist with payroll processing, VAT returns, inventory management, and preparation of monthly management accounts.</p></li><li data-end="933" data-start="879"><p data-start="881" data-end="933">Support year-end processes and audits as required.</p></li><li data-end="1026" data-start="934"><p data-end="1026" data-start="936">Undertake general finance administration and provide customer-focused support as needed.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1052" data-start="1028"><strong data-start="1028" data-end="1050">Candidate Profile:</strong></p><ul data-start="1053" data-end="1484"><li data-end="1118" data-start="1053"><p data-end="1118" data-start="1055">Minimum of 2 years' experience in a finance or accounts role.</p></li><li data-end="1224" data-start="1119"><p data-end="1224" data-start="1121">Strong knowledge of financial procedures, including bookkeeping, cash management, and credit control.</p></li><li data-end="1276" data-start="1225"><p data-start="1227" data-end="1276">Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and email.</p></li><li data-end="1353" data-start="1277"><p data-end="1353" data-start="1279">Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time-management skills.</p></li><li data-start="1354" data-end="1404"><p data-start="1356" data-end="1404">Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</p></li><li data-end="1484" data-start="1405"><p data-end="1484" data-start="1407">AAT or part-qualified accounting experience is desirable but not essential.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1596" data-start="1486">This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your finance career within a respected UK manufacturing business.</p><p data-end="1681" data-start="1598"><strong data-end="1679" data-start="1598">Apply today through Robert Half to take the next step in your finance career.</strong></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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNDA4NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Management Accountant | Leading E-commerce & Retail Group | Central London (Hybrid) | £60,000-£65,000</strong></p><p> </p><p>We're partnering with a high-growth e-commerce and retail group known for pace, innovation, and a sharp consumer focus. They're hiring a commercially minded <strong>Management Accountant</strong> to join their Central London finance team.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p><br /> As Management Accountant, you'll be more than just "closing the books" - you'll be a trusted partner helping the business understand its performance and shape its future growth. Day-to-day, you'll:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Own the month-end process, producing accurate, timely management accounts that drive action.</li><li>Deliver sharp P&L analysis, surfacing trends and explaining variances to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Safeguard balance sheet integrity with watertight reconciliations and clear ownership.</li><li>Lead on VAT, PAYE and statutory reporting so the business stays fully compliant.</li><li>Partner with commercial and operations teams to improve cost control and performance visibility.</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting cycles with data-led insight and healthy challenge.</li><li>Streamline reporting and processes, enhancing controls and efficiency across finance.</li><li>Contribute to wider projects (systems/reporting enhancements, new initiatives) that support growth.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li><strong>Extensive management accounting experience, as well as solid exposure to financial accounting.</strong></li><li>Experience working with stock/inventory or product-based environments.</li><li>Previous exposure to e-commerce, retail, or FMCG is <strong>highly desired</strong>.</li><li>Confident communicator who can translate finance for non-finance stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>Here's what's waiting for you</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£60,000-£65,000 salary + benefits.</li><li>Hybrid working - <strong>3 days a week in Central London</strong>.</li><li>25 days holiday (rising with service to 30).</li><li>8% employer pension contribution.</li><li>Life assurance (3x annual salary).</li><li>Early-finish Fridays.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits including Cycle to Work, gym discounts, and retail perks.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p><br /> This role offers the best of both worlds: Management accounting responsibility alongside real commercial exposure. You'll be close to the numbers but also close to the action, working with teams across the business to explain performance and influence decisions.</p><p>Because this is a fast-growing e-commerce group, you'll see variety in your work, the pace will keep things interesting, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to add value beyond the month-end. It's the kind of role where you'll be trusted to take ownership, build strong relationships, and make a clear impact - while also setting yourself up for the next step in your career.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuOTMxMzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Lead Accountant | SaaS Sector | North London (Hybrid) | £55,000 - £60,000 </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Robert Half </strong>are partnering with a <strong>rapidly growing provider</strong><strong> of integrated online media solutions </strong>to major corporate customers. Due to recent growth, the business will be increasing their headcount significantly within the next year and are now looking for a <strong>Lead Accountant</strong> to enhance and develop the core finance operations.</p><p> </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building processes, driving efficiencies, and streamlining operations-while leaving a clear, lasting impact on their role and the wider finance team. You'll be joining an organisation in the midst of major transformation, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the finance function.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for:</p><ul><li>Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring revenue and associated costs are accurately captured in line with client agreements.</li><li>Carrying out monthly reconciliations of key balance sheet items such as prepayments and accruals.</li><li>Preparing timely and accurate monthly income reconciliations for a portfolio of clients with multi-source revenue streams.</li><li>Overseeing and supporting a small team in delivering monthly client reconciliations, including regular client communication to resolve discrepancies professionally.</li><li>Performing weekly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.</li><li>Supporting the preparation and submission of VAT returns across several business entities.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in Management Accounting with full P&L ownership.</li><li>Ideally, a background in a small to medium-sized business, with early exposure to transactional finance (preferred but not essential).</li><li>Fully qualified accountants (ACCA or CIMA) are preferred, though candidates qualified by experience will also be considered.</li><li>Strong experience or interest in process improvement is highly valued.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>🤝</strong><strong>Here's what's waiting for you</strong></p><ul><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays.</li><li>Hybrid Working- 3 day a week in the office.</li><li>Working Hours- 9-5.</li><li>Collaborative, inclusive culture and real autonomy.</li><li>The opportunity to gain line management responsibility if this is not something you have done previously.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p>You'll become part of an expanding finance team led by fresh leadership, with the chance to play a key role in enhancing both the team and its processes. This Lead Accountant position is perfect for someone with strong leadership abilities who thrives on driving improvements and making a meaningful impact.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMzM4MjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Assistant Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Luton (4 days office / 1 day WFH)</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £32,000 per annum</p><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> Permanent</p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a dynamic, multi-site group business based in Luton, recruiting for an <strong>Assistant Accountant</strong> to support the Finance team and senior management.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support month-end processes incl. accruals & prepayments</li><li>Assist with cashflow forecasting & Capex reconciliations</li><li>Daily internal reporting for Residential businesses</li><li>National Statistics surveys & external returns</li><li>Respond to audit queries</li><li>Bank reconciliations & upload manual payments</li><li>Monthly branch stock counts</li><li>Ad hoc financial tasks & analysis</li></ul><p><strong>Success Measures:</strong></p><ul><li>Meet month-end & reporting deadlines</li><li>Resolve queries proactively</li><li>Identify and support process improvements</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>Passion for data & analytics</li><li>Logical, structured problem-solver</li><li>Strong Excel skills, highly numerate</li><li>Self-motivated with a willingness to learn</li><li>Experience in multi-site environments a plus</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Up to £32,000 salary</li><li>Hybrid working (1 day from home)</li><li>Great exposure across finance and senior leadership</li><li>Friendly, supportive team with development opportunities</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/a2F0eS5iYXJ0bGV0dC42NzM2MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Propert Company in London to recruit an immediate, temporary Accounts Assistant for 3 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Accounts Assistant to assist them for 3 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Processing invoices</li><li>Coding invoices </li><li>Running project on Business rates </li><li>VAT Returns </li><li>Expenses</li><li>Reconciliations</li><li>System - Sage 50</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful temporary Accounts Assistant will either be a Finance graduate looking to gain entry level finance experience or you will have have 2+ years experience in Accounts Assistant.</p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Property Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>These temporary Accounts Payable roles will be paying circa £15-£18 per hour, dependant on experience.</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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjczNTYwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Finance Analyst to assist them for 6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Be a business partner to the EMEA organisation, supporting them with financial analyses and insights that enables the team to make sound business decisions</li><li>Clear understanding of the regional/channel P&Ls, explaining growth drivers and deviations from budget to the regional leadership team and driving actions to deliver performance.</li><li>Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and business planning - liaising with stakeholders on key business decisions. Drive the monthly and quarterly financial forecast process ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with the global process run across the organisation.</li><li>Deliver ad-hoc analysis or projects required by the regional manager and director to better understand and improve the local financial position.</li><li>Develop and implement tools and processes for tracking financial targets and identifying issues.</li><li>Liaise with DTC to better understand and bridge operational performance to financial expectations.</li><li>Collaborate and align with the Accounting team on the month end close process and methodologies, ensuring that we meet HQ deadlines.</li><li>Thorough analysis of variances vs. forecast, budget, and prior year including price/volume analysis and gross margin bridges.</li><li>Lead continuous process improvements, recommending standardisation and optimisation through innovation and leveraging best practices.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Finance Analyst will ideally qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA or CIMA), however they are open to part qualified, finalist level or candidates who are considered qualified by experience. </p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a leading Retail Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>The temporary Finance Analyst role will be paying circa £225 - £300 per day, dependant on experience.</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/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC4wMjk1OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>This newly created Group Accountant role </strong><strong>for a rapidly growing Financial Services firm paying £80,000 to £85,000 depending on experience with a Discretionary bonus, based the heart of the City</strong></p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>This Group Accountant role will be working closely with the Financial Controller to put in providing support for a growing investment team. Please find a brief outline of the role below.</p><ul><li>Manage the month-end close consolidation process</li><li>Prepare month-end consolidation entries.</li><li>Prepare the Group's monthly Cashflow statement.</li><li>Conduct analytical reviews of monthly performance, investigating and explaining variances.</li><li>Prepare the monthly Management Information (MI) pack, including commentary to support performance analysis.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders</li><li>Assist in preparing and reviewing year-end and half-year financial statements and supporting notes.</li><li>Act as a key contact for external auditors.</li><li>Prepare documentation for Group accounting policies and monitor their application.</li><li>Assess the impact of accounting standards changes on the Group and support implementation.</li><li>Assist in managing the Group chart of accounts.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes in collaboration with the Finance Systems team.</li><li>Provide technical accounting support and business partnering across the Group.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The Group Accountant for this Financial Services Firm is ideally for the below</p><ul><li>Audit Trained ACA (Ideally top 10 Practice)</li><li>At least 2 years' experience in a Group reporting role</li><li>Someone who's has Good Exposer to IFRS and UK GAAP</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>The Group Accountant will report into a hugely impressive Financial Controller who you will very closely on the day-to-day operations. The Financial Services is rapidly growing, and this role is due to growth. The Financial Services offer Great work life balance with being in the office 3 days and 2 days from home.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>Salary is bench marked £80,000 to £85,000 on experience. Additionally, there is a Discretionary bonus They also have amazing culture and work life balance and are all about internal progression and growth. The business also a great benefit such bonus, private medical, free breakfast, progression plans and much more.</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/TWF0dC5CaXJkLjgyNDM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Financial Services has partnered with a large financial services firm, based in the City of London, to hire a Finance Analyst. The Finance Analyst will work in a Small team to provide comprehensive analytical and commercial support to the team and the business. </p><p>The Person</p><p>The successful Finance Analyst for this large financial services firm, based in the City of London will have 2-5 years of experience working with large data sets and dashboard tools. Financial services experience is advantageous but not essential for this role. </p><p>The Firm</p><p>My client is a large, listed financial services firm based in the City of London. </p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>The successful Finance Analyst for this financial services firm, based in the City of London, will receive a salary of £60,000-£70,000 (highly dependent on experience), plus bonus and 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/U2FsaW1hLkl6YWdhcmVuLjc3OTc5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Accountant | Energy Sector | London (Hybrid) | £65,000 - £70,000</strong></p><p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Qualified Accountant to join a global Energy & Infrastructure business as <strong>Senior Accountant</strong>, based in Central London. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to senior leadership and front-office teams involved in <strong>energy trading and commercial operations</strong>. The ideal candidate will bring a strong grounding in both <strong>financial and management accounting</strong>, along with exposure to <strong>commodities or financial instruments</strong>-whether from <strong>banking, energy, or utilities</strong>.</p><p>The organisation is a major player in the transition to low-carbon energy, delivering large-scale solutions across the UK and internationally. With operations in over 70 countries, they support both public and private sector clients across power, heat, and infrastructure projects.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for core reporting activities and act as a key finance contact for both senior stakeholders and operational teams. Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Preparing and delivering monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of annual statutory accounts and ensuring compliance with all audit and disclosure requirements.</li><li>Assisting in financial planning and forecasting to support budgeting and business strategy.</li><li>Managing internal and external queries related to invoicing, settlements, and payment flows-particularly those linked to <strong>energy trading and commodities exposure</strong>.</li><li>Taking ownership of VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HMRC requirements.</li><li>Producing regular and ad-hoc cash flow forecasts, including scenario modelling in response to market volatility.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)</strong> with experience across both <strong>financial and management accounting</strong>.</li><li>Strong technical foundation, with hands-on experience in <strong>statutory reporting, cash flow forecasting, VAT</strong>, and <strong>month-end close</strong>.</li><li>Exposure to <strong>commodities, financial instruments</strong>, or <strong>traded environments</strong> is essential-this may come from <strong>energy, utilities, or banking</strong>.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and confidence working with C-level and front-office stakeholders.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple reporting streams.</li></ul><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>What's on offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of £65,000-£70,000 depending on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working (3 days per week in the office).</li><li>Annual bonus scheme (Up to 25%).</li><li>Generous pension scheme.</li><li>Flexible benefits allowance.</li></ul><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p>This is more than just a <strong>BAU accounting or reporting role</strong>. You'll be embedded in the heart of the business with direct lines of communication to the <strong>CEO</strong>, <strong>Traders</strong>, and <strong>Business Development teams</strong>-giving you visibility and input into real-time commercial decision-making. You'll join a globally backed, purpose-driven energy business with a strong UK footprint and an ambitious growth strategy. From district heating networks to major decarbonisation partnerships, the company is shaping the UK's low-carbon future-and finance plays a key role in enabling that mission.</p><p>If you're looking for a finance role with substance, senior visibility, and exposure to a complex, high-growth environment-this is it.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNjU0MjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Management Accountant/Finance Manager - Remote (with fortnightly UK travel)</strong></p><p><strong>£65,000 - 75,000 DOE + 10% discretionary bonus</strong></p><p><strong>Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA)</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed business to recruit a Senior Management Accountant/Finance Manager. This is a remote-first role, with travel to UK operational sites approximately once a fortnight.</p><p>This is a high-visibility role within the finance function, responsible for producing accurate and timely management accounts across multiple entities, leading a team of Management Accountants, and acting as a commercial finance partner to senior stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Company:</strong></p><p>This business are private equity backed and have gone through a recent acquisition to take their turnover to approximately £200m. They are growing and highly reputable.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation and review of monthly management accounts across multiple business units</li><li>Leadership and development of a small finance team (3 direct reports)</li><li>Delivery of budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>Partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders to drive performance</li><li>Supporting year-end processes and audit preparation</li><li>Leading process improvement initiatives across finance</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA or ACCA)</li><li>Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience</li><li>Comfortable managing a team and partnering with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a proactive mindset</li><li>Experience with Sage 200 and intermediate Excel skills desirable</li><li>This is an excellent opportunity to step into a role with autonomy and impact in a dynamic, PE-backed environment.</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/TGF1cmVuLlByZXNzbWFuLjA2Njc5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title: Management Accountant</strong><br /> <strong>Reports to: Senior Finance Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong><br /> An opportunity has arisen for a qualified and proactive <strong>Management Accountant</strong> to join a high-performing finance team. This role will support sustainable business growth by ensuring accurate and timely management reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and working collaboratively across departments-particularly with operations-to promote financial insight and discipline throughout the organisation.</p><p>The ideal candidate will possess a curious and analytical mindset, be capable of producing meaningful variance analysis, and be comfortable translating numbers into actionable insight for non-finance stakeholders. A hands-on, collaborative approach and the ability to foster a positive financial culture are key.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Prepare and deliver accurate and timely monthly and periodic <strong>management accounts</strong> in line with internal deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with <strong>VAT, corporation tax</strong>, and other regulatory financial requirements.</p></li><li><p>Maintain and review <strong>robust balance sheet reconciliations</strong> and supporting analysis.</p></li><li><p>Periodically analyse <strong>working capital</strong>, including inventory, and propose actionable improvements.</p></li><li><p>Support the FP&A function with <strong>budgeting, forecasting</strong>, KPI tracking, and scenario modelling.</p></li><li><p>Maintain and improve <strong>internal control frameworks</strong>, particularly around revenue recognition, labour allocation, project accounting, and inventory.</p></li><li><p>Drive <strong>continuous improvement</strong> in finance processes, systems automation, and data-driven insights.</p></li><li><p>Build strong relationships with operational teams to support financial understanding and accountability.</p></li><li><p>Assist in <strong>statutory account preparation</strong> and work closely with external auditors.</p></li><li><p>Contribute to <strong>finance system enhancements</strong> and assist in any new system implementations.</p></li><li><p>Undertake other tasks as required by the Senior Finance Manager.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></h3><p><strong>Qualifications & Experience:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Fully qualified accountant</strong> (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</p></li><li><p>Proven <strong>management accounting experience</strong> in high-quality, fast-paced environments.</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical skills with the ability to deliver clear financial insight.</p></li><li><p>Track record of delivering reporting under <strong>tight deadlines</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Experience improving finance processes and controls, particularly in areas like <strong>revenue recognition</strong>, <strong>project accounting</strong>, or <strong>inventory management</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Confident in preparing and submitting <strong>VAT returns</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Experience with enhancing internal control environments and promoting compliance.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to <strong>budgeting and forecasting</strong>, with a proactive approach to delivering corrective action.</p></li><li><p>Experience using or implementing <strong>AI tools</strong> to improve finance workflows is desirable.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Personal Attributes:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Highly <strong>resilient self-starter</strong> with a hands-on approach and excellent organisational skills.</p></li><li><p>Strong communicator with the <strong>gravitas to influence</strong> across departments and senior leadership.</p></li><li><p>Comfortable working in a <strong>fast-growth</strong> environment with shifting priorities.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></h3><ul><li><p><strong>Competitive salary</strong> (PAYE), commensurate with experience.</p></li><li><p><strong>Generous holiday allowance</strong> with the option to buy/sell additional days.</p></li><li><p>Enrolment in a <strong>government-approved pension scheme</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to grow within a <strong>rapidly expanding company</strong> in a critical industry sector.</p></li><li><p>Employee wellbeing support, including <strong>confidential assistance services</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Access to an <strong>employee engagement platform</strong> with retail discounts and 24/7 <strong>virtual GP access</strong>.</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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi45MzQxMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Assistant </strong></p><p>Love working with numbers but looking to be more involved in the day-to-day running of a growing business? Passionate about finance and keen to develop your career in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Look no further!</p><p>Robert Half have partnered with a rapidly expanding food and beverages company that is looking to add an Accounts Assistant to their close-knit finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their finance career who wants to gain broad exposure and grow alongside a thriving brand.</p><p>You'll be a key part of the business, supporting the finance team with day-to-day accounting tasks while working closely with other departments to ensure accurate financial processing and reporting.</p><p>This role would ideally suit someone with a strong foundation in finance (either through studies or experience) who is eager to learn and progress within a supportive and collaborative team. This would be based from their Uxbridge office with the opportunity for hybrid working.</p><p><strong>Duties:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong>Accounts Payable</p><p>· Opening and distribution of incoming post</p><p>· Maintenance of accounts inboxes and ensuring all queries are dealt with efficiently</p><p>· Seeking approval of spend and Purchase Order Receipts prior to processing invoices</p><p>· Checking, coding and posting supplier invoices and staff expenses to ERP systems</p><p>· Initiating Supplier payment runs for authorisation</p><p>· Completing supplier statement reconciliations</p><p>· Conducting due diligence ahead of opening new supplier accounts in ERP system</p><p>· Running and reconciling payables ageing reports at month-end</p><p>· Assist with audit and reporting requests</p><p>Accounts Receivable</p><p>· Maintenance of accounts in boxes and ensuring all queries are dealt with efficiently</p><p>· Allocating cash receipts to customer ledger accounts</p><p>· Raising credit notes or any contracts against purchase ledger</p><p>· Chasing-up overdue collections and escalating to Management</p><p>· Conducting due diligence ahead of opening new customer accounts and allocating credit limits in ERP system</p><p>· Managing credit limits and release of held orders in the system upon approval from Management</p><p>· Running and reconciling receivables ageing reports at month-end</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p>· A highly competitive base salary of between £30,000 to £35,000 p/a based on the candidate's experience</p><p>· Study Support</p><p>· Private medical insurance</p><p>· 10% Pension Contribution</p><p>· 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays</p><p>· 1 day WFH a week</p><p>· £250 Drinks Allowance after probation</p><p>· Alongside other 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/b2xpdmlhLmNhcnZlbGwuNzk0NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a growing business based in Bar Hill, Cambridge, to recruit a Part Time Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional seeking flexibility whilst still playing a key role in the finance function.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong><br /> Working closely with the Managing Director, you will take responsibility for management accounts preparation, forecasting and budgeting, as well as supporting business decision-making through insightful financial analysis. You'll also provide financial controls and process improvements as the business continues its growth journey.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts, variance analysis and reporting packs</li><li>Supporting the budgeting and forecasting cycle</li><li>Business partnering with operational teams to provide meaningful financial insight</li><li>Assisting with cashflow forecasting and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Driving process improvements and supporting audit requirements</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE with relevant experience</li><li>Proven background in management accounting and financial reporting</li><li>Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to partner non-finance stakeholders</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 FTE</li><li>Flexible part-time hours (to suit the right candidate)</li><li>Hybrid working options</li><li>Opportunity to add real value in a growing business</li></ul><p> </p><p>If you are a Management Accountant seeking a part time role in Cambridge where you can make an impact, we would 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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjc2Nzc5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
