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Internal Audit Manager- IT

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
76000 - 86000 GBP / Yearly
Internal Audit Manager - IT | Major Infrastructure & Energy | Manchester (Hybrid Working) | £76,000-£86,000 + Bonus + Benefits | Permanent Role Robert Half are partnering with a leading UK infrastructure and energy organisation with a diverse and evolving operational landscape. As the business continues to evolve, its Internal Audit function is growing, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced Internal Audit Manager - IT to join a high-impact team and help strengthen technology governance, risk management and internal controls. This is a hands-on management role where you'll lead multiple audit engagements across IT governance, cyber security, digital transformation and technology risk. You'll oversee audit quality, manage and develop audit professionals, and work closely with senior stakeholders to provide clear, evidence-based insight that supports decision-making and strengthens the control environment. 📊 About the Position As Internal Audit Manager - IT, you'll take ownership of technology-focused audit engagements from planning through to reporting and action tracking, ensuring work is delivered to a consistently high standard. You'll oversee multiple audits, review findings and recommendations, and act as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders. Alongside managing and developing the Senior Internal Auditor, you'll work with co-sourced providers and contribute to the ongoing development of the risk-based Internal Audit Plan. This is an opportunity for an established IT Audit professional who combines strong technical expertise with people management, quality assurance and the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders. Day-to-day, you'll: <ul><li>Lead multiple IT audit engagements, from risk assessment and planning through to fieldwork, reporting and action tracking.</li><li>Oversee audits covering IT governance, cyber security, cloud services, IT operations, data management and digital transformation.</li><li>Review audit scopes, testing strategies, evidence, findings and reports, ensuring recommendations are practical and evidence-based.</li><li>Manage, coach and develop audit professionals, including workload allocation, performance management and development planning.</li><li>Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and communicate audit findings clearly to management.</li><li>Monitor emerging technology risks, cyber threats and regulatory developments to inform audit planning.</li><li>Contribute to the risk-based Internal Audit Plan and collaborate with co-sourced providers and other assurance teams.</li></ul> 📋 What We're Looking For <ul><li>At least 7 years of relevant experience leading IT internal audit engagements.</li><li>Significant IT Internal Audit experience gained within a large, complex or regulated organisation, or a Big Four professional services environment.</li><li>Experience across both IT Audit and broader Internal Audit.</li><li>Proven experience managing multiple audits simultaneously, from planning through to reporting and action follow-up.</li><li>Essential line management experience, including coaching, developing and overseeing audit professionals.</li><li>Experience reviewing and signing off audit work, challenging findings and maintaining high-quality reporting standards.</li><li>Strong knowledge of IT General Controls, cyber security, technology risk and governance frameworks.</li><li>Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001 or equivalent technology risk frameworks.</li><li>A relevant professional qualification, such as CISA, CIA, ACA, ACCA, CPA or CA.</li></ul> 🤝 Here's What's Waiting for You <ul><li>£76,000-£86,000 base salary, depending on experience.</li><li>Up to 10% annual bonus.</li><li>Hybrid working- 2-3 days per week in the office.</li><li>28 days' annual leave, increasing to 30 days after five years, plus bank holidays.</li><li>Option to purchase additional annual leave.</li><li>Pension scheme with up to 7.5% employee contribution and 15% employer contribution.</li><li>Private healthcare and additional health, financial wellbeing and lifestyle benefits.</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is an opportunity to step into a management role where you can shape audit delivery, influence senior stakeholders and play a meaningful part in strengthening technology risk and governance. You'll combine hands-on audit leadership with people management and quality assurance, overseeing multiple engagements while helping develop the wider Internal Audit function. For an established IT Audit Manager looking to take ownership of a broader audit programme, work across complex technology risks and develop their leadership experience, this is an excellent next step. 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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuODcyODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-15T16:19:43Z

Finance Manager

Wilmslow, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Finance Manager to join a rapidly growing, international technology business at its Wilmslow office. The business has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to expand its international operations. This role will be instrumental in strengthening the finance function, improving internal financial reporting and providing greater commercial insight to support business decisions.Working closely with senior finance leadership and colleagues across the UK, Europe and the US, you will take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and management reporting, ensuring financial information is accurate, meaningful and delivered in a timely manner.The role will also play an important part in a major finance systems transformation, with the business preparing to transition to SAP S/4HANA. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, commercially minded finance professional looking to make a tangible impact within a growing international organisation, with longer-term career development opportunities.<h2>Key responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with budget holders to develop robust financial plans and understand business performance.</li><li>Produce and enhance internal financial reports, providing clear analysis of performance, trends and key financial drivers.</li><li>Deliver regular variance analysis, investigating discrepancies, identifying risks and opportunities, and challenging assumptions where appropriate.</li><li>Improve the accuracy, consistency and efficiency of financial reporting processes, ensuring data is validated and reliable before being entered into financial systems.</li><li>Act as a business partner to budget holders and operational stakeholders, translating financial data into meaningful insight to support decision-making.</li><li>Work closely with US-based finance colleagues to align reporting, processes and financial objectives across the wider business.</li><li>Manage and develop the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable team, overseeing three team members across the UK and Germany.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and reporting methodologies.</li><li>Support the transition from Oracle to SAP S/4HANA, working alongside the US IT team on system development, testing and implementation.</li><li>Contribute to the introduction of new systems and processes, including a purchase order system, ensuring finance requirements are effectively represented.</li><li>Support internal reporting requirements and collaborate with colleagues responsible for statutory and wider group reporting.</li></ul> You will be a fully qualified accountant with strong experience in management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. You will combine excellent technical capability with the confidence to engage with stakeholders, challenge figures and identify opportunities to improve business performance.You will bring:<ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.</li><li>Experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar senior accounting role.</li><li>Experience with SAP, particularly SAP S/4HANA</li><li>Strong experience in internal financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and the ability to interrogate complex financial data, identify inconsistencies and resolve issues.</li><li>Excellent communication and business partnering skills, with the confidence to ask questions and challenge constructively.</li><li>A proactive, analytical and detail-oriented approach, with a strong focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.</li><li>Experience managing or developing a finance team.</li><li>The ability to work effectively across functions and within an international, matrix-managed organisation.</li></ul><h2>What's on offer?</h2><ul><li>Salary of up to £70,000.</li><li>The opportunity to join a growing international business with an established presence across the UK, Europe and the US.</li><li>A key role in improving internal reporting and strengthening finance processes.</li><li>Involvement in a significant SAP S/4HANA implementation.</li><li>Exposure to senior stakeholders and international finance teams.</li><li>A genuine opportunity for longer-term career development and progression.</li><li>A dedicated office and car parking at the Wilmslow location.</li><li>The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a collaborative and supportive company culture.</li></ul>If you are a qualified accountant looking for a broad Finance Manager role combining internal reporting, business partnering, team leadership and systems transformation, we would be keen to hear from you. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjcxODIzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-26T15:01:38Z

Finance Director

Worcestershire, Worcestershire
remote
Temporary
450 - 600 GBP / Daily
<h1>Interim Finance Director</h1><h2>Location:</h2>Worcestershire <h2>Contract Type:</h2>Interim (6 Months Initial Contract)<h2>Day Rate:</h2>Up to £550 per day INSIDE IR35<h2>The Opportunity</h2>We are partnering with a growing SME to appoint an experienced Interim Finance Director to support the business through an important period of change and development. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, you will take ownership of the finance function, provide commercial insight, strengthen controls and support strategic decision-making.This is a hands-on role requiring an individual who can operate at both a strategic and operational level. The successful candidate will be comfortable rolling up their sleeves, improving processes and ensuring the business has the financial information required to support growth.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead the day-to-day finance function and manage a small finance team.</li><li>Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management processes.</li><li>Provide commercial support and challenge to the Managing Director and leadership team.</li><li>Improve financial controls, processes and reporting capability.</li><li>Review working capital, cash management and profitability performance.</li><li>Lead year-end accounting activities and manage relationships with auditors, banks and external advisers.</li><li>Oversee balance sheet integrity and ensure robust reconciliation processes are in place.</li><li>Support operational decision-making through meaningful financial analysis and KPI reporting.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements across finance and wider business operations.</li><li>Assist with business planning, strategic initiatives and potential growth opportunities.</li></ul><h2>Key Requirements</h2><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience operating as a Finance Director, Financial Controller or Head of Finance.</li><li>Strong SME experience with the ability to work in a hands-on environment.</li><li>Proven track record of delivering finance transformation, process improvement or business change initiatives.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>Experience managing cashflow, forecasting and working capital within growing businesses.</li><li>Comfortable leading teams and driving accountability across the finance function.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both financial and non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul><h2>Ideal Background</h2>We are particularly interested in individuals who have:<ul><li>Held interim finance leadership positions.</li><li>Worked within owner-managed, private equity-backed or entrepreneurial businesses.</li><li>Supported periods of growth, turnaround, restructuring or transformation.</li><li>Experience implementing systems, improving reporting and strengthening financial controls.</li><li>A pragmatic, hands-on approach with the ability to quickly build credibility and deliver results.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to work closely with the Managing Director and leadership team.</li><li>Autonomous role with genuine influence over business decision-making.</li><li>Chance to leave a lasting impact through process improvement and commercial support.</li><li>Flexible working environment.</li><li>Immediate start available.</li></ul>This opportunity would suit a commercially minded Interim Finance Director who enjoys operating within fast-paced SME environments and can quickly identify opportunities to improve performance, strengthen controls and support sustainable growth. 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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzMwMzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-16T15:58:50Z

Management Accountant

Dudley, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
30500 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
Assistant AccountantSalary: Up to £45,000 depending on experienceThe OpportunityRobert Half is partnering with a well-established and trusted client, to recruit an Assistant Accountant / Management Accountant to join their team.This is a varied, hands-on role for someone who enjoys getting involved, taking ownership and making things happen. You will support the day-to-day finance function, working across purchase ledger, stock and cost reporting, reconciliations and month-end activities.Ideally, you will have experience in a manufacturing environment and understand the importance of accurate stock records, cost control and working closely with operational teams. This role would suit someone with a proactive, can-do attitude who is equally comfortable handling transactional detail and supporting wider accounting processes.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Processing purchase invoices and resolving queries with suppliers and internal teams.</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial, stock and operational records.</li><li>Supporting stock usage reporting, inventory tracking and bill of materials maintenance.</li><li>Assisting with cost and margin analysis, stock valuations and work-in-progress reporting.</li><li>Supporting month-end close, including reconciliations, accruals and financial checks.</li><li>Monitoring outstanding invoices, deliveries and supplier charges to ensure costs are accurately recorded.</li><li>Working closely with purchasing, operations and finance colleagues to investigate discrepancies and resolve queries.</li><li>Maintaining organised records and supporting the smooth running of day-to-day finance processes.</li></ul> About YouWe are looking for someone who is practical, organised and keen to develop their accounting career. You will be happy rolling up your sleeves, tackling routine transactional work and taking responsibility for tasks through to completion.You will ideally have:<ul><li>Experience in an accounts or finance role, preferably within a manufacturing business.</li><li>Exposure to purchase ledger, reconciliations and month-end processes.</li><li>AAT qualification, ideally with current studies towards a professional accounting qualification.</li><li>An understanding of stock, costing or inventory processes, ideally gained in manufacturing.</li><li>Strong numerical skills, excellent attention to detail and good Excel skills.</li><li>A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the initiative to investigate discrepancies and follow up queries.</li><li>A flexible, hands-on attitude and the ability to balance routine tasks with wider finance responsibilities.</li></ul>Attitude is just as important as technical ability. This role will suit someone who takes pride in getting the detail right, enjoys variety and is happy to get involved wherever support is needed.What's on Offer?<ul><li>Salary of up to £45,000, depending on experience.</li><li>A varied role covering transactional finance, stock, costing and month-end accounting.</li><li>The opportunity to broaden your accounting experience within an established group.</li><li>Scope to develop your technical skills and progress your professional qualifications.</li></ul>If you have a manufacturing finance background, enjoy a hands-on role and want to continue developing your accounting career, we would welcome your application.To find out more, please send your CV to Emma Llewellyn at Robert Half. 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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uODE4OTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-22T11:52:47Z

Finance Director

Manchester, Greater Manchester
remote
Permanent
90000 - 110000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Director | Manchester | £90k-£110k + BonusRobert Half are exclusively partnering with a growing, privately owned Manchester-based business to appoint a commercially minded Finance Director.This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to take ownership of an established finance function and play a key role in shaping how finance supports the wider business.The successful candidate will have a genuine opportunity to modernise and transform the finance function, driving improvements across processes, systems, reporting and management information, while helping create a more efficient and commercially focused finance operation.Working closely with the Managing Director and wider Senior Leadership Team, you will also act as a key commercial sounding board, providing insight, challenge and financial direction to support profitability and future growth.The role<ul><li>Lead and develop the finance function.</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial planning.</li><li>Provide commercially focused insight to the SLT.</li><li>Identify and deliver opportunities to automate and improve finance processes.</li><li>Modernise management information and reporting.</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and governance.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, margins and profitability.</li><li>Review and develop the finance team and wider finance structure.</li><li>Support the continued development of financial systems and technology.</li><li>Take a hands-on approach to the role, getting into the detail when required and leading from the front.</li></ul>The personWe are looking for a forward-thinking, commercially minded Finance Director who enjoys improving businesses and making a tangible difference.You will ideally have:<ul><li>Senior finance leadership experience within an SME or mid-market environment.</li><li>Strong commercial and strategic acumen.</li><li>A proven track record of process improvement and/or finance transformation.</li><li>Experience improving automation, systems or reporting.</li><li>Strong budgeting, forecasting and management information experience.</li><li>The confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>A hands-on approach with a genuine willingness to roll your sleeves up and get involved.</li><li>Ideally, you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, although QBE candidates with the right experience will be considered.</li></ul>Experience within manufacturing, distribution, engineering, construction or another project-led environment would be advantageous but is not essential.What's on offer?<ul><li>£90,000-£110,000 salary</li><li>Discretionary Bonus</li><li>Enhanced benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working, 3 days in the office</li><li>Genuine opportunity to shape and transform the finance function</li><li>Direct exposure to the SLT</li><li>A commercially influential position with significant autonomy</li><li>Opportunity to make a visible impact on the future direction of the business</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Director who wants to be more than the head of finance and play a genuine role in shaping the future of a successful business.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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi40NjM3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-08T12:36:54Z

Senior Head of Finance

Birmingham, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
Title: Senior Head of FinanceLocation: BirminghamSalary: Competitive + BenefitsThe OpportunityRobert Half are a retained search partner for a market leading, UK-based professional services organisation seeking an experienced Senior Head of Finance to lead a significant finance function supporting a diverse portfolio of clients and business operations.This is a highly visible leadership position, responsible for driving financial performance, governance, reporting excellence, service delivery, and continuous improvement across a complex and growing operation. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in shaping strategy, commercial outcomes, and ensuring best-in-class financial processes and controls.The role offers an opportunity to lead an established team while driving transformation, process optimisation, and service excellence in a client-focused environment.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership<ul><li>Lead the overall finance strategy, operating model, and service delivery framework.</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to support business growth and operational performance.</li><li>Build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Support commercial initiatives, business development activity, and client presentations.</li><li>Act as the senior point of escalation for complex financial matters.</li></ul>Control & Governance<ul><li>Ensure robust financial governance, controls, and risk management processes are maintained.</li><li>Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, professional standards, and internal policies.</li><li>Manage internal and external audit relationships.</li><li>Monitor and mitigate financial and operational risks.</li><li>Deliver high-quality governance reporting to senior leadership.</li></ul>Reporting & Commercial <ul><li>Drive the production of accurate, timely, and commercially focused management information.</li><li>Develop meaningful financial reporting, KPIs, and performance dashboards.</li><li>Support strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis.</li><li>Translate complex financial information for both financial and non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul>Leadership <ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a sizeable finance team.</li><li>Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support succession planning, talent development, and professional qualifications.</li><li>Ensure appropriate resource planning and organisational capability to support future growth.</li></ul>Transformation<ul><li>Champion finance transformation initiatives and operational improvements.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls, and enhance efficiency.</li><li>Drive the adoption of technology, automation, and data-driven decision making.</li><li>Lead change programmes that improve service delivery and commercial performance.</li></ul> About YouWe are seeking a commercially minded finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with exceptional stakeholder management and leadership capability.You will ideally possess:<ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification.</li><li>Significant senior finance leadership experience within a complex environment.</li><li>Proven experience leading large finance teams through growth and change.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, risk management, and compliance.</li><li>Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders both internally and externally.</li><li>A track record of delivering operational improvement, transformation, and process optimisation initiatives.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.</li></ul> What's on Offer<ul><li>A critical leadership role within a growing and ambitious organisation.</li><li>Significant exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Opportunity to shape the future direction of a large finance function.</li><li>Strong career progression potential.</li><li>Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package</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/amFjay5jb253YXkuMzgxNzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-25T15:22:35Z

Accounts Assistant

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
remote
Permanent
- GBP / Yearly
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join a growing and successful business in Nottinghamshire. You will be responsible for supporting a number of entities, delivering a broad range of accounting, reporting and administrative activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a collaborative and fast-paced finance team. Key responsibilities: Purchase and sales ledger management Supporting day-to-day finance operations Assisting with month-end reporting and management accounts Maintaining accurate financial records Managing supplier and customer transactions Supporting VAT returns and audit requirements Assisting with ad hoc finance projects and administrative dutie About you: Previous experience within a finance or accounting role Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Good Excel and systems experience Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills AAT qualified, studying, or keen to progress within finance This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation offering long-term career development, broad exposure and a supportive team environment. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC4wMjMzNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-07T13:47:07Z

Head of Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation

Crewe, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a infrastructure business to recruit for a Head of Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation.This is a newly created senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape and deliver the organisation's data, analytics and digital transformation strategy.Salary: £75,000 - £85,000Location: Crewe, York, Leeds or DerbyWorking pattern: 2 days per week on site, with some travel to other locationsThe RoleYou will lead the development of a modern, data-driven function, using data, analytics, automation, AI and digital technology to improve operational performance, decision-making and business efficiency.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Develop and deliver the organisation's data and digital transformation strategy.</li><li>Build strong data governance, reporting and analytics capabilities.</li><li>Establish reliable business data and improve data quality and accessibility.</li><li>Lead digital transformation, automation and technology-enabled change programmes.</li><li>Identify opportunities to use AI and emerging technologies to improve efficiency.</li><li>Develop dashboards, MI and insights to support senior decision-making.</li><li>Build and lead a high-performing data and digital team.</li><li>Manage budgets, business cases, suppliers and transformation benefits.</li><li>Work closely with senior stakeholders across technology, finance, operations and other functions.</li><li>Ensure appropriate governance, risk, data protection and information security standards are maintained.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an experienced data, digital or transformation leader with:<ul><li>Significant leadership experience across data, analytics, digital transformation or technology.</li><li>A strong track record delivering large-scale transformation programmes.</li><li>Experience developing data strategies and governance frameworks.</li><li>Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and influencing senior stakeholders.</li><li>Strong knowledge of analytics, BI, automation, AI and emerging technologies.</li><li>Commercial awareness, with experience managing budgets and business cases.</li><li>Strong programme management, stakeholder engagement and change management skills.</li><li>A strategic and commercially minded approach, with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced data and transformation professional to take ownership of a newly created function and play a key role in shaping the organisation's future digital capability.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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMDU4NDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-21T16:25:26Z

FP&A Analyst

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

Finance Business Partner

Dudley, West Midlands
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Commercial Controller | Manufacturing | Dudley</h1>Up to £70,000 + benefits | Permanent | Hybrid - 3 days on site<h3>This isn't a month-end role.</h3>If your background is in commercial finance, finance business partnering or commercial analysis, and you enjoy being close to the decisions that drive a manufacturing business forward, this could be an opportunity worth exploring.I'm working exclusively on a newly created Commercial Controller position within a growing manufacturing business that has recently been acquired and is now part of a much larger European corporate group.The business is growing quickly - with an ambitious plan to double turnover over the next three years - and finance is becoming increasingly influential in how the site makes commercial decisions.This is a hands-on, commercially focused role, partnering directly with the Site Managing Director and wider leadership team, with a dotted line into Group Finance.<h3>What will make you stand out?</h3>You will already have a strong commercial finance / business partnering background and be comfortable challenging the numbers rather than simply reporting them.I'm particularly interested in people who have experience with:<ul><li>Commercial forecasting and financial modelling</li><li>Pricing, margin and profitability analysis</li><li>Challenging assumptions around sales, volumes, customer opportunities and cost</li><li>Working closely with Sales, Operations and senior leadership</li><li>Turning financial data into commercial decisions and actions</li><li>Manufacturing, FMCG, retail or another commercially driven environment</li><li>Private label, retailer relationships or customer-specific pricing</li><li>Acquisition, integration or bringing a business into a larger group structure</li></ul>You might currently be a Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance Analyst, Senior Commercial Analyst or similar, and see this as the opportunity to step into a broader Commercial Controller position.<h3>What this role isn't</h3>This isn't a traditional Financial Controller or Management Accountant position.If your experience is primarily month-end, statutory reporting and financial control, without significant commercial partnering, forecasting, pricing or margin exposure, this probably won't be the right fit.We're looking for someone who wants to be part of the commercial conversation - someone who can ask the difficult questions, spot an opportunity in the numbers and help the leadership team make better decisions.<h3>Why now?</h3>The business is at an interesting point in its growth.Following a recent acquisition, it is becoming part of a much larger international group while retaining significant opportunity at site level. There is a genuine chance for the right person to influence how the finance function supports that growth, rather than simply stepping into an established process.Up to £70,000, hybrid working with three days on site in Dudley, plus benefits.If you're currently working in commercial finance or finance business partnering within manufacturing, FMCG or retail, I'd be interested in speaking with 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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uMzE3MTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-08T14:17:01Z

Financial Controller

Warrington, Cheshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Warrington | £55,000-£65,000 + bonus | On-site An opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a successful, profitable and growing founder-owned business based in Warrington.Operating in a technology-led, consumer-focused market, the business has established a strong market position and continues to grow, with ambitious plans for the future. It offers the opportunity to join an entrepreneurial environment with an established operation, where finance plays an important role in supporting business performance and future growth.This is a key appointment within a close-knit team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, work closely with senior leadership and make a tangible contribution to the continued development of the business.<h3>The role</h3>Reporting to the senior finance leadership team, the Financial Controller will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting and robust processes.The role offers a varied blend of technical accounting, team leadership and commercial business partnering. You will lead a small finance team, remaining hands-on with the detail while providing the financial insight needed to support business performance and decision-making.This would suit someone who enjoys working in a dynamic SME environment, where initiative, adaptability and a pragmatic approach are valued.<h3>Key responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Own the month-end close process, delivering accurate and timely management accounts.</li><li>Oversee the general ledger, journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls, accounting policies and reporting procedures.</li><li>Lead, support and develop a small finance team, including two Assistant Accountants.</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial modelling.</li><li>Provide commercial analysis and insight to support business planning and strategic decisions.</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders, communicating financial performance clearly and managing expectations.</li><li>Monitor results against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.</li><li>Oversee statutory reporting, audit requirements and compliance with relevant accounting standards.</li><li>Review and improve finance systems, processes and reporting to support the business as it grows.</li><li>Work closely with the leadership team to ensure finance supports operational performance and future growth.</li></ul><h3>About you</h3>You will be a technically strong and commercially minded finance professional who is comfortable rolling up your sleeves and getting involved in the detail.You will ideally have:<ul><li>A recognised accountancy qualification, such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with at least two years' post-qualification experience.</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills and experience across financial control and reporting.</li><li>A solid grounding in month-end, balance sheet management and financial controls.</li><li>Experience of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial modelling.</li><li>The ability to lead and develop a small team while remaining hands-on.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems and financial data.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to challenge constructively and improve processes.</li></ul>Experience in an SME, owner-managed or entrepreneurial business would be advantageous. Practice-trained candidates with the right commercial awareness and desire to move into a broad industry role will also be considered.Most importantly, you will be adaptable, approachable and comfortable operating in a growing business where collaboration, accountability and initiative are key.<h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li>Salary of £55,000-£65,000, depending on experience.</li><li>Bonus scheme.</li><li>Holidays increasing with service.</li><li>Workplace pension.</li><li>Employee rewards and benefits through Perkbox.</li><li>On-site parking.</li><li>A close-knit, collaborative working environment.</li><li>The opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence business decisions.</li><li>A broad, influential role with the opportunity to shape processes, develop the finance function and support the next stage of business growth.</li></ul><h3>Location</h3>Warrington - this is an office-based position, suited to someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative team and working closely with the wider business.If you're looking for a Financial Controller role where you can combine technical expertise with commercial involvement and have a genuine impact on a successful, growing business, we'd welcome a conversation.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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4xNDIzOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-21T12:13:28Z

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