Compliance Jobs in Saint Helens, St. Helens

Financial Accountant

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Temporary
375 - 420 GBP / Daily
Robert Half is partnering with a large, multinational organisation based in Manchester in sought of an Interim Financial Accountant. This is a key role within a centralised Global Financial Services function, supporting revenue accounting, month end close, controls and process improvement across a complex international business.<h3>The Role</h3>You'll play a critical role in supporting centralised revenue recognition activities, working closely with local finance teams and stakeholders across the wider organisation.Key responsibilities will include:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Supporting month-end close, including journals, revenue schedules and reconciliations.</li><li>Working across revenue accounting processes.</li><li>Supporting the transition of finance processes into a centralised function through documentation and knowledge sharing.</li><li>Reviewing and improving existing processes, identifying opportunities for automation, simplification and efficiency.</li><li>Working with finance teams and wider stakeholders to resolve accounting queries and issues.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with finance policies, statutory requirements, SLAs and SOX controls.</li><li>Producing and distributing accurate financial reports within agreed deadlines.</li><li>What We're Looking For</li></ul>We're particularly interested in candidates who have:<ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified. </li><li>Ideally trained or worked within top 10 accountancy firms or alternatively a strong Top 20 practice.</li><li>Experience within a large multinational / complex corporate environment</li><li>Strong Revenue Accounting or RTR experience with sufficient depth to confidently explain accounting treatments, triggers and controls. </li><li>Experience of shared services, global business services or centralised finance functions is highly desirable.</li><li>Experience of working with SOX controls and compliance.</li><li>A track record of identifying and implementing process improvements. </li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>The ability to operate effectively in a fast paced, changing environment. </li></ul><h3>Ideal Background</h3>This role would suit a qualified accountant who has worked within a sizeable international organisation and can demonstrate hands on experience across revenue accounting, month-end close and financial controls.📍 Manchester - Hybrid 📅 Interim Contract. 3 - 6 months. 💼 Qualified Accountant - ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CPARobert 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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuNzQyODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-10T09:24:45Z

Group Reporting Manager

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

Financial Controller

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

Group Finance Controller

Lancashire, Lancashire
remote
Permanent
90000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
Group Financial Controller | Hybrid (2 days office / 3 days home) | £90k-£100k | Permanent | Lancashire | Must be able to start immediately / short notice A growing, PE-backed UK business is looking to appoint a Group Financial Controller as part of its continued growth and development.This is a senior, hands-on finance role with responsibility for Group financial control, reporting and governance across a multi-entity organisation. You'll work closely with the CFO and senior leadership team, while also taking ownership of the detail across Group reporting, consolidation, statutory accounts and technical accounting.<h3>The role</h3>You will take ownership of the Group's financial control environment, ensuring accurate and timely reporting and strong financial governance across the business.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading the monthly Group consolidation and Group reporting process</li><li>Ownership of Group statutory accounts and year-end reporting</li><li>Managing the annual audit process and relationships with external auditors</li><li>Maintaining strong balance sheet integrity and financial controls</li><li>Overseeing intercompany accounting and reconciliations across multiple entities</li><li>Preparing and managing cashflow forecasts and supporting treasury activity</li><li>Providing technical accounting guidance and resolving complex accounting issues</li><li>Supporting tax compliance and working with external advisers</li><li>Preparing reporting for senior leadership, investors and other key stakeholders</li><li>Supporting financial reporting requirements associated with the Group's funding arrangements</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and systems</li><li>Supporting acquisitions, integration and other finance projects as the business continues to grow</li></ul><h3>About you</h3>We're looking for a qualified accountant with strong Group financial control experience and a hands-on approach.You'll ideally have:<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Significant experience across Group financial control and reporting</li><li>Strong experience across consolidation, statutory accounts and Group reporting</li><li>Good technical accounting knowledge, ideally across UK GAAP and IFRS</li><li>Experience managing external audits</li><li>Strong understanding of balance sheet controls, intercompany and financial governance</li><li>Experience across cashflow forecasting and treasury</li><li>Ideally, experience within a PE-backed, acquisitive or fast-growing environment</li><li>Confidence working with CFOs, auditors, investors and senior stakeholders</li><li>A practical approach and willingness to get into the detail rather than simply oversee from a distance</li></ul><h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li>£90,000-£120,000 salary</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Senior position within a growing and evolving Group</li><li>Direct exposure to the CFO and senior leadership team</li><li>Opportunity to play a key role in strengthening and developing the Group finance function</li><li>Broad remit covering technical finance, reporting, controls and strategic projects</li></ul>Location: Lancashire Salary: £90,000-£120,000 Working pattern: HybridRobert 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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi41MDc5Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-30T08:38:13Z

Management Accountant

Bury, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
45000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
We're working with an established and growing business in Bury to recruit a Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified Management Accountant.This is a hands-on role with responsibility for the month-end and management accounting across multiple trading entities. It would suit an ambitious accountant who is looking to broaden their technical and commercial experience within a supportive finance environment.You'll take ownership of the month-end process, producing accurate management information, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and working closely with colleagues across the wider business. There is also an opportunity to contribute to process improvements and develop your understanding of financial controls and wider group reporting.You'll be responsible for:<ul><li>Owning the month-end close across multiple entities, ensuring deadlines and reporting requirements are met</li><li>Preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow information</li><li>Posting accruals, prepayments, depreciation and other month-end journals</li><li>Completing bank, balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning</li><li>Maintaining appropriate financial controls and supporting internal control processes</li><li>Assisting with internal and external audit requirements</li><li>Supporting VAT and year-end reporting activities</li><li>Providing clear financial commentary and explaining results to non-finance colleagues</li><li>Working with operational and commercial stakeholders across the business</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve and automate reporting and finance processes</li><li>Managing your own workload across multiple entities and competing deadlines</li></ul> You'll ideally be:<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or studying towards</li><li>Part-qualified and close to qualification will also be considered where you have strong relevant experience</li><li>Experienced in hands-on month-end and management accounting</li><li>Comfortable working to tight deadlines and managing multiple priorities</li><li>Highly competent in Excel</li><li>Accurate and detail-focused, with strong financial reporting skills</li><li>A confident communicator who can work effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently</li><li>Commercially aware, with an appetite to develop beyond the core accounting function</li></ul> It would be advantageous if you have: <ul><li>Experience working across multiple entities </li><li>Exposure to budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Experience with financial controls or compliance frameworks</li><li>Experience supporting audit and VAT processes</li><li>An interest in improving or automating finance reporting</li><li>Experience within a larger or group finance environment</li></ul> This is a great opportunity for an ambitious accountant who wants to build on their technical foundation while developing stronger commercial and stakeholder-facing experience.You'll have genuine ownership of your area, exposure to multiple entities and the opportunity to make improvements rather than simply maintaining the status quo.If you're looking for a role where you can continue to develop technically, gain broader commercial exposure and take real ownership of the numbers, we'd be interested in hearing 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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjA4MDAwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-28T11:21:10Z

Finance Manager - Procure to Pay

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
85000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a large, complex retail business to recruit for a Finance Manager - Procure to Pay.**Must be available to start in December**About the RoleThis is an opportunity for an experienced Finance professional to play a key role in a major ERP transformation.You will provide Finance expertise across the Procure to Pay process, helping to shape future processes covering Accounts Payable, invoice processing, payments, accruals and financial controls. The role combines hands-on Finance knowledge with previous ERP implementation experience and strong OpenText VIM expertise.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide Finance SME input across the end-to-end Procure to Pay process.</li><li>Shape processes covering AP, purchase orders, goods receipt, invoice processing, approvals, payments and month-end close.</li><li>Lead business requirements and process design for OpenText VIM, including PO/non-PO invoices, approvals, exceptions and automated invoice processing.</li><li>Ensure strong financial controls around invoice processing, approvals, matching, GR/IR and payments.</li><li>Work with Procurement, Logistics, Technology and Finance teams to ensure effective end-to-end process integration.</li><li>Support data migration, testing, UAT, cutover and go-live activity.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processing efficiency, automation, controls and data quality.</li><li>Act as a key Finance point of contact throughout the ERP transformation.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Strong hands-on Finance experience across Procure to Pay / Accounts Payable.</li><li>Previous experience supporting or delivering an ERP implementation.</li><li>Experience with an ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, Dynamics or similar.</li><li>Strong understanding of Finance controls, audit requirements, invoice processing and month-end.</li><li>Confident working with Finance, Procurement, Technology and wider business stakeholders.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>SAP ECC or S/4HANA experience.</li><li>Retail or other high-volume environment experience.</li><li>Experience with data migration, UAT, cutover and go-live.</li><li>Knowledge of e-invoicing, tax or supplier compliance.</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li>£85,000-£90,000 + benefits.</li><li>Manchester-based role with hybrid working, 3 days per week in the office.</li><li>Key Finance role within a major ERP transformation programme.</li><li>Opportunity to shape future Procure to Pay processes and ways of working.</li><li>Exposure to Finance, Procurement, Technology and wider business stakeholders.</li></ul>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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNzY3OTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-24T13:41:55Z

Management Accountant

Kendal, Cumbria
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Management Accountant Kendal | £40,000 - £50,000 + benefitsA well-established and growing organisation within the construction/manufacturing sector is seeking a Management Accountant to join its finance team. This is a key role supporting the Head of Finance, offering broad exposure across financial operations, reporting, and analysis in a fast-paced environment.<h3>The Role</h3>The Management Accountant will play an instrumental role in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations. You'll be responsible for maintaining robust financial processes, supporting decision-making through insightful reporting, and ensuring compliance with internal and external obligations.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Oversee and support the purchase ledger, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing</li><li>Resolve finance queries efficiently across the business</li><li>Maintain and reconcile purchase ledger accounts, ensuring balances are followed up</li><li>Produce aged creditor reports and monitor supplier payment timelines</li><li>Manage fortnightly subcontractor payment cycles</li><li>Prepare and process supplier payment runs for approval</li><li>Process expenses, mileage journals, and credit card transactions with accurate job costing</li><li>Handle daily bank postings and monthly sales transactions</li><li>Maintain employee allowances, mileage logs, and tool registers</li><li>Manage the fixed asset register and monthly depreciation schedules</li><li>Prepare prepayments, accruals, and monthly stock reports</li><li>Deliver monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, and job costing analysis</li><li>Investigate cost variances and provide meaningful financial insights</li><li>Complete balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Produce P11D data and support environmental reporting requirements</li><li>Ensure accurate filing and documentation of financial records</li><li>Provide support to the Head of Finance and assist with ad hoc projects</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Proven experience within a finance team, including production of management accounts</li><li>High attention to detail with strong organisational skills</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to liaise across departments</li><li>Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines</li><li>Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)</li><li>Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting systems</li><li>Currently studying towards CIMA, ACA, or ACCA</li><li>A proactive, flexible, and positive approach to work</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Background within construction or sector-specific financial processes</li><li>Experience in a manufacturing environment</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000</li><li>Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking business</li><li>Exposure to a broad and varied finance role</li><li>Support for professional development and study</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team environment</li></ul>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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi42NDMxMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-05T10:59:01Z

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