<p>An experienced and commercially astute Head of Financial Planning & Analysis is sought to lead the financial insight and planning capabilities of this Knutsford based pharmaceutical business.</p><p>Robert Half is proud to be partnering this expanding global business in the appointment of a Head of FP&A. </p><p>The business is a leading medical communications and healthcare consultancy group, serving clients across biotech, pharma, and healthcare technology. It is due to the growth that an opportunity has arisen to lead the companies FP&A function. This role is critical to supporting strategic decision-making across the business, providing high-quality analysis, reporting, and business partnering. You will lead a team of four Finance Business Partners and own the development of financial reporting through Power BI to ensure data-driven performance management across the company.</p><p>Reporting into the Group CFO, duties will include: </p><p><strong>Strategic Planning & Forecasting </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-term planning processes in close collaboration with the leadership team</li><li>Align financial plans with business objectives, market dynamics, and operational drivers</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Analysis </strong></p><ul><li>Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting across the business using Power BI dashboards and reports</li><li>Oversee analysis of revenue, margin, and cost drivers across service lines, geographies, therapeutic areas and clients</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Business partnering </strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coach a team of 4 Finance Business Partners, supporting their engagement with senior leaders across the business</li><li>Ensure the FP&A team is an effective partner to the business, driving accountability and financial understanding.</li><li>Work closely with commercial leads to evaluate client profitability, pricing models, and project-level performance</li></ul><p><strong>Decision Support & Commercial Insight </strong></p><ul><li>Support strategic decision-making through scenario modelling, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI evaluations.</li><li>Provide financial input into new business opportunities, client proposals, and contract negotiations</li><li>Identify risks and opportunities to help drive financial performance improvement.</li><li>Where needed, support on due ad hoc diligence and reporting for current/prospective capital providers, and future transactions (e.g. M&A, refinancing and exit)</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance collaborative culture </li><li>Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and support the career development of team members</li></ul><p><strong>Experience and qualifications: </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 5-7 years of progressive experience in FP&A roles</li><li>Experience in a people based business where most of the revenue was derived by fixed project fee billing.</li><li>Strong track record of delivering high-quality financial planning, analysis, and reporting in a dynamic environment</li><li>Proven leadership of a finance team and senior stakeholder engagement</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced user of Power BI with a demonstrable track record of building insightful, self-serve dashboards</li><li>Strong financial modelling and Excel capabilities</li></ul><p><strong>Personal attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Commercial mindset with strong analytical and strategic thinking</li><li>Hands-on, detail-oriented, and willing to roll up their sleeves and drive a strong financial grip on the business with an interest in the day-to-day minutiae of the business.</li><li>Excellent communication and storytelling skills, able to translate complex financial data into actionable insights</li><li>Confident, proactive, and collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, client-centric environment</li><li>A strong collaborator and team player able to operate at pace across the business, whilst instilling financial rigour and discipline</li><li>Ambitious, forward-looking and drives action with a solutions-oriented and improvement-focused mindset</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li></ul><p><strong>To be considered for this role you must meet this key criteria: </strong></p><ul><li>Experienced working within a private equity backed business</li><li>Experience working within an SME- turnover of £50m-£100m</li><li>Experience working within a people business selling time for a fixed fee</li><li>Northwest based </li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking investor backed business where you will see progression. This is a highly visible role, where you be able to add real value. Experience working in a fixed project fee billing environment is essential. </p><p>In return you will be rewarded with a market-leading salary and benefits package. Hybrid working with the requirement to be in the office 2 days per week. </p><p> </p><p>Only candidates who meet the key criteria as listed will be considered. </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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjQxMDQ4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is recruiting for a Credit Controller to join a dynamic and growing business based in East Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is interested in embarking on a career in finance. </p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Assist with the collection of outstanding debts via phone, email, and written communication</li><li>Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and payment statuses</li><li>Support the preparation of aged debt reports and account reconciliations</li><li>Liaise with internal departments to resolve invoice queries</li><li>Monitor customer accounts and ensure timely payments</li><li>Escalate overdue accounts in line with company procedures</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the credit control team</li></ul><p>What We're Looking For:</p><ul><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Good attention to detail and organisational abilities</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li><li>Previous experience in a finance administration or customer service role is essential</li></ul><p>What's on offer:</p><ul><li>Salary £26,000 - £28,000k DOE </li><li>Full training and ongoing support</li><li>Career development opportunities</li><li>Friendly and inclusive team environment</li><li>Office based role in East Leeds </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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjA4OTI2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Credit Controller<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Leeds <br /> <strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full time <br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £28,000k - £30,000k </p><p><strong>About Us:</strong><br /> Robert Half Accountancy and Finance are recruiting for a Credit Controller to join a successful manufacturing firm based in east Leeds.</p><p><strong>Role Overview:</strong><br /> We're seeking a proactive <strong>Credit Controller</strong> to manage customer accounts, reduce debtor days, and ensure timely payments. This role involves credit control, resolving queries, and maintaining strong client relationships.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Chase overdue debts by phone and email</li><li>Resolve payment issues with customers and internal teams</li><li>Issue invoices, credit notes, and statements</li><li>Post and allocate payments promptly</li><li>Perform daily and month-end account reconciliations.</li><li>Investigate payment issues and manage challenging accounts</li><li>Open and assess new customer accounts</li><li>Support the Sales Team with account updates</li><li>Provide general administrative support as required</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Problem-solving with a results-driven mindset</li><li>Strong communication skills (phone and email)</li><li>Attention to detail and ability to manage workloads in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Professional, empathetic, and team-oriented approach</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Credit Control or Finance experience preferred</li><li>Proficient in MS Excel</li><li>Tenacious yet polite approach</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively</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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjU1NjQ5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="388" data-start="195">Finance Buisness Partner | St Helens | Paying upto £80k <br /><br />Robert Half is partnering with a leading international business to recruit a Finance Business Partner, offering a competitive salary of £70,000 - £80,000 plus benefits, with hybrid working.</p><h3 data-start="390" data-end="404">The Role</h3><p data-start="405" data-end="769">As Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in driving business performance by delivering financial insights and partnering with senior stakeholders across commercial, operational, and engineering functions. This is a highly visible role, providing strategic support and commercial analysis to ensure profitable decision-making across the business.</p><p data-end="802" data-start="771">Key responsibilities include:</p><ul data-end="1459" data-start="803"><li data-start="803" data-end="914"><p data-end="914" data-start="805">Acting as a trusted partner to business development, product management, operations, and engineering teams.</p></li><li data-end="1018" data-start="915"><p data-start="917" data-end="1018">Providing robust financial analysis to support pricing, bids, contracts, and product profitability.</p></li><li data-start="1019" data-end="1092"><p data-start="1021" data-end="1092">Leading the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes.</p></li><li data-start="1093" data-end="1221"><p data-start="1095" data-end="1221">Conducting detailed margin, customer, and product profitability analysis, identifying key drivers and areas for improvement.</p></li><li data-start="1222" data-end="1306"><p data-end="1306" data-start="1224">Supporting year-end processes, cost audits, and liaising with external auditors.</p></li><li data-end="1410" data-start="1307"><p data-end="1410" data-start="1309">Driving process improvement and system enhancements to strengthen financial controls and reporting.</p></li><li data-end="1459" data-start="1411"><p data-start="1413" data-end="1459">Supervising and mentoring a cost accountant.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1480" data-start="1461">The Candidate</h3><p data-end="1687" data-start="1481">We are seeking a qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with 7-10 years of post-qualification experience in a commercially focused role. The successful candidate will demonstrate:</p><ul data-start="1688" data-end="2180"><li data-end="1787" data-start="1688"><p data-end="1787" data-start="1690">Proven experience in business partnering within a manufacturing or product-focused environment.</p></li><li data-start="1788" data-end="1885"><p data-start="1790" data-end="1885">Strong product costing and pricing experience, ideally within a standard costing environment.</p></li><li data-start="1886" data-end="1954"><p data-end="1954" data-start="1888">Advanced Excel modelling and strong ERP skills (SAP or similar).</p></li><li data-start="1955" data-end="2080"><p data-end="2080" data-start="1957">A proactive, commercially minded approach with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.</p></li><li data-start="2081" data-end="2180"><p data-end="2180" data-start="2083">Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate financials into actionable insights.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2182" data-end="2203">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-end="2470" data-start="2204"><li data-start="2204" data-end="2258"><p data-end="2258" data-start="2206">Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 depending on experience.</p></li><li data-end="2284" data-start="2259"><p data-start="2261" data-end="2284">Hybrid working model.</p></li><li data-end="2379" data-start="2285"><p data-end="2379" data-start="2287">Opportunity to partner closely with senior stakeholders in a dynamic, global organisation.</p></li><li data-end="2470" data-start="2380"><p data-end="2470" data-start="2382">Involvement in strategic decision-making with scope to influence business performance.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4yNzE0MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager - Leeds City Centre</strong></p><p><strong>Recruiter:</strong> Robert Half Accountancy and Finance<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Leeds (City Centre)<br /> <strong>Type:</strong> Full-time | Hybrid Working Available</p><p>Robert Half Accountancy and Finance is partnering with a progressive business based in Leeds city centre in their search for a Finance Manager. This role would suit a candidate who has qualified in either practice or industry. Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, you'll gain hands-on experience across financial reporting, stakeholder engagement, and operational finance, while developing your leadership capabilities.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Budgeting & Forecasting</li><li>Manage daily finance activities</li><li>Identify and implement efficiencies across finance operations and reporting</li><li>Collaborate with senior stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and external partners to deliver financial insights.</li><li>Day to day supervision of an accounts assistant</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA or ACA or equivalent)</li><li>Experience as a Management Accountant or Finance Manager with a strong desire to grow and develop</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary: £50,000k - £55,000k</li><li>A range of benefits/ hybrid work model </li><li>Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and forward-thinking finance team</li><li>Gain visibility into senior-level decision-making and strategic planning</li><li>Thrive in a social, inclusive, and fun office culture</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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjIzMDQ0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Are you a recent Finance Graduate with a strong academic background and a passion for numbers? Ready to kick-start your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? </p><ul><li>Location: Leeds City Centre</li><li>Employment Type: Full-time</li><li>Salary £26,000- £28,000 plus Competitive Benefits</li><li>Start Date: ASAP </li></ul><p>About the Role:</p><p>As an Accounts Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting our finance operations. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a range of accounting functions while working alongside experienced professionals who will support your development.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and financial records</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close procedures</li><li>Maintain accurate financial documentation</li><li>Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and financial reporting</li></ul><p>About You:</p><ul><li>We're looking for someone who is: A recent Finance graduate in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline (2:1 or above preferred)</li><li>Highly numerate with strong analytical skills</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable with financial systems</li><li>Detail-oriented, organised, and eager to learn</li><li>A team player with excellent communication skills </li></ul><p>What's on offer:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Full funding and study support for the ACCA or CIMA qualification </li><li>A vibrant and collaborative working environment</li><li>Structured training and development opportunities</li><li>Plus a range of great benefits </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/cmViZWNjYS5tY2xhcnR5LjQyODI4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make your mark in UK tax management while partnering with stakeholders in a rapidly growing, instantly recognisable business? We are seeking a Tax Manager to take ownership of the UK tax strategy and compliance process.</p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong><br />As the Tax Manager, you will have direct oversight for all aspects of UK tax, including managing VAT compliance while contributing to the strategic tax planning initiatives that support continued growth. You'll be a trusted business partner, collaborating closely with key stakeholders across the organisation to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and business objectives.</p><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Qualifications</strong>: Ideally CTA or ACA qualified.</li><li><strong>Expertise</strong>: Strong knowledge of UK tax legislation, VAT, and tax strategy.</li><li><strong>Experience</strong>: A track record of successfully managing tax functions in a business setting.</li><li><strong>Soft Skills</strong>: Communication, leadership, and stakeholder collaboration are key to success in this role.</li></ul><p><strong>The Reward:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary of circa £75k.</li><li>An exceptional benefits package that supports your professional and personal needs.</li><li>Hybrid working to balance flexibility and collaboration.</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/bHVrZS5jcm93dGhlci4zNzMzNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
