<p data-start="514" data-end="804">Robert Half is partnering a Manchester travel network in the appointment of a temporary Accounts Assistant to join a small, friendly finance team in Bolron. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys a mix of basic accounting tasks and general administrative duties.</p><p data-end="966" data-start="806">You will be joining the team at a busy period, supporting year-end activities (January year-end) and audit preparation, alongside day-to-day finance operations.</p><h3 data-start="973" data-end="999">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="1000" data-end="1401"><li data-end="1030" data-start="1000"><p data-end="1030" data-start="1002">Managing the finance inbox</p></li><li data-end="1061" data-start="1031"><p data-end="1061" data-start="1033">Processing purchase orders</p></li><li data-start="1062" data-end="1106"><p data-start="1064" data-end="1106">Performing basic accounting calculations</p></li><li data-end="1173" data-start="1107"><p data-start="1109" data-end="1173">Supporting reconciliations, including overtime reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1174" data-end="1196"><p data-start="1176" data-end="1196">Payroll data input</p></li><li data-start="1197" data-end="1228"><p data-end="1228" data-start="1199">Credit card reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1229" data-end="1279"><p data-end="1279" data-start="1231">Processing pay-ins and machine reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1280" data-end="1335"><p data-start="1282" data-end="1335">Assisting with general finance administration tasks</p></li><li data-end="1401" data-start="1336"><p data-start="1338" data-end="1401">Supporting the finance team during year-end and audit periods</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1408" data-end="1423">About You</h3><ul data-end="1786" data-start="1424"><li data-start="1424" data-end="1465"><p data-start="1426" data-end="1465">AAT qualified or ideally studying towards AAT</p></li><li data-end="1538" data-start="1466"><p data-start="1468" data-end="1538">Previous experience in an accounts assistant or similar finance role</p></li><li data-start="1539" data-end="1602"><p data-end="1602" data-start="1541">Comfortable with basic reconciliations and accounting tasks</p></li><li data-start="1603" data-end="1673"><p data-start="1605" data-end="1673">Organised, reliable, and happy to support across a range of duties</p></li><li data-end="1719" data-start="1674"><p data-end="1719" data-start="1676">Able to work well as part of a small team</p></li><li data-start="1720" data-end="1786"><p data-end="1786" data-start="1722">Experience with Oracle systems is beneficial but not essential</p></li><li data-end="1786" data-start="1720">Good personality and communication skills </li></ul><h3 data-start="1793" data-end="1807">The Team</h3><p data-end="1875" data-start="1808">You'll be working within a close-knit finance team for a minimum terms of 6 weeks. </p><p data-start="1972" data-end="2044">The team has a positive, supportive culture with a good sense of humour.</p><h3 data-end="2077" data-start="2051">Working Arrangements</h3><ul data-start="2078" data-end="2173"><li data-end="2118" data-start="2078"><p data-start="2080" data-end="2118">First 2 weeks fully onsite in Bolton</p></li><li data-start="2119" data-end="2173"><p data-end="2173" data-start="2121">Flexible working arrangements available thereafter</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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjA2MjUxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="345" data-end="842">Robert Half is hiring a Personal Assistant for a highly regarded UK infrastructure company to support the SLT of a long-standing and on-going infrastructure project. Manchester city centre. </p><p data-end="842" data-start="345">This role supports a multi-billion-pound infrastructure programme to upgrade critical water supply infrastructure in the North West. The project involves constructing approximately 50km of new tunnel sections along an existing aqueduct and will ensure reliable water delivery to the Greater Manchester area. Post-construction, the aqueduct will continue to be operated by the water company, while the project team remains responsible for major maintenance of the new infrastructure for 25 years.</p><p data-end="863" data-start="844"><strong data-start="844" data-end="861">Role Overview</strong></p><ul data-end="1336" data-start="865"><li data-end="989" data-start="865"><p data-start="867" data-end="989">Provide highly organised and professional support as a Personal Assistant to the Executive PA and wider leadership team.</p></li><li data-start="990" data-end="1110"><p data-start="992" data-end="1110">Join a large, collaborative team delivering a major infrastructure programme with long-term career growth potential.</p></li><li data-end="1336" data-start="1111"><p data-start="1113" data-end="1336">The role requires a proactive, experienced individual with a proven track record of supporting senior directors or executive leadership, capable of balancing competing priorities with discretion, accuracy, and efficiency.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1852" data-end="1884"><strong data-end="1882" data-start="1852">Principal Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-start="1886" data-end="2755"><li data-start="1886" data-end="1986"><p data-end="1986" data-start="1888">Provide administrative and operational support to the Executive PA and team members as required.</p></li><li data-end="2050" data-start="1987"><p data-start="1989" data-end="2050">Coordinate travel arrangements, logistics, and itineraries.</p></li><li data-start="2051" data-end="2140"><p data-start="2053" data-end="2140">Prepare agendas, reports, and board packs, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution.</p></li><li data-start="2141" data-end="2215"><p data-end="2215" data-start="2143">Arrange and attend meetings, capturing actions and ensuring follow-up.</p></li><li data-end="2305" data-start="2216"><p data-start="2218" data-end="2305">Act as a point of contact, handling calls, correspondence, and emails professionally.</p></li><li data-end="2444" data-start="2306"><p data-start="2308" data-end="2444">Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, representing the executive office to a high standard.</p></li><li data-start="2445" data-end="2506"><p data-end="2506" data-start="2447">Manage confidential information with absolute discretion.</p></li><li data-end="2586" data-start="2507"><p data-start="2509" data-end="2586">Support the coordination of key events, workshops, and leadership sessions.</p></li><li data-end="2680" data-start="2587"><p data-end="2680" data-start="2589">Undertake general administrative tasks to ensure smooth delivery of executive priorities.</p></li><li data-start="2681" data-end="2755"><p data-start="2683" data-end="2755">Assist with document control activities during periods of high volume.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1363" data-start="1338"><strong data-start="1338" data-end="1361">Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul data-end="1850" data-start="1365"><li data-end="1435" data-start="1365"><p data-start="1367" data-end="1435">Demonstrated experience as a Personal Assistant at a senior level.</p></li><li data-start="1436" data-end="1547"><p data-end="1547" data-start="1438">Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p></li><li data-start="1548" data-end="1636"><p data-end="1636" data-start="1550">Strong written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail.</p></li><li data-start="1637" data-end="1714"><p data-start="1639" data-end="1714">Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</p></li><li data-end="1776" data-start="1715"><p data-end="1776" data-start="1717">High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.</p></li><li data-start="1777" data-end="1850"><p data-end="1850" data-start="1779">Ability to work independently while supporting a busy executive team</p></li></ul><p>Initially there will be a requirement to be in office located in Manchester whilst getting to know the team and infrastructure. </p><p> </p><p>Candidates available immediately will be prioritised. </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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5Ljc3OTEwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>An established and growing organisation operating across long-term infrastructure and asset management projects is seeking a Compliance Assistant to support its governance, assurance and continuous improvement activities. The business manages a diverse portfolio across multiple sectors and continues to expand, offering a stable environment with long-term career opportunities. Manchester cit centre. </p><p data-end="803" data-start="795">The Role</p><p data-end="1184" data-start="805">This role supports organisational compliance and continuous improvement through audit activity, management system administration, health and safety support, policy maintenance, and coordination of feedback and complaints. The Compliance Assistant will work closely with internal teams to help identify trends, manage actions, and support resolution of issues across the business.</p><p data-start="1186" data-end="1206">Key Responsibilities</p><p data-start="1208" data-end="2115">* Support monthly dip-test audits, including recording and reporting findings, processing actions, and contributing to trend analysis to identify amendments, actions and non-conformances.<br data-start="1395" data-end="1398" /> * Provide administrative support for the Integrated Management System, including system access, task monitoring, document control, audit support, and tracking complaints and compliments.<br / data-end="1587" data-start="1584"> * Support the health, safety and environment function through SharePoint and repository management, review of health and safety flags, committee administration, information requests and record maintenance.<br data-end="1795" / data-start="1792"> * Assist with monitoring, reviewing and updating corporate policies, including annual reviews, amendments and ad-hoc updates.<br data-start="1920" data-end="1923" /> * Support the review of stakeholder feedback and customer complaints, liaising with internal teams to aid resolution and assisting with the development, tracking and reporting of action plans.</p><p data-end="2139" data-start="2117">Qualifications (guide)</p><p data-end="2329" data-start="2141">* Degree in a relevant discipline such as construction, engineering, quality management or business administration.<br data-start="2256" data-end="2259" /> * IOSH Managing Safely or similar qualification would be advantageous.</p><p data-end="2360" data-start="2331">Experience and Skills (guide)</p><p data-end="3024" data-start="2362">* Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.<br / data-end="2476" data-start="2473"> * High attention to detail and a structured approach to work.<br / data-end="2540" data-start="2537"> * Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders.<br data-start="2641" data-end="2644" /> * Experience in research, documentation preparation and reporting.<br data-start="2710" data-end="2713" /> * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.<br data-start="2760" data-end="2763" /> * Familiarity with ISO standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.<br / data-end="2841" data-start="2838"> * Experience supporting audits, compliance activities and liaison with internal or external auditors.<br / data-end="2945" data-start="2942"> * Confidence using digital systems, SharePoint and management system platforms.</p><p data-end="3046" data-start="3026">What the Role Offers</p><p data-start="3048" data-end="3363">This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation with a strong focus on governance, quality and continuous improvement. The role offers exposure across multiple business functions and the chance to develop experience in compliance, management systems and health and safety within a supportive team environment.</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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjI3NTUwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Accounts Assistant - Permanent</p><p>Salary: £27,500 - £33,000 (DOE)<br /> Location: Office-based, Monday to Friday<br /> Hours: 9:00am - 6:00pm</p><p>We're currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and fast-growing business within the automotive finance space. Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day finance function in a high-volume, transactional environment.</p><p>This is a fully office-based role, ideal for someone who enjoys accuracy, responsibility, and working at pace.</p><p>The Role</p><p>Working closely with an existing Accounts Assistant and external accountants, you'll play a key role in managing daily financial transactions. The business processes 30-50 dealer payments per day, so attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are essential.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Processing daily payments to dealerships following customer car finance completion</li><li>Manually sending funds and ensuring accuracy of amounts and beneficiary details</li><li>Checking and matching invoices before payment</li><li>Recording incoming funds from lenders and outgoing dealer payments</li><li>Daily bookkeeping using Xero, including reconciliations</li><li>Managing invoicing and liability reconciliations</li><li>Supporting month-end processes and preparing information for management accounts and P&L</li><li>Working with external accountants on month-end, audits, and reporting</li><li>Supporting the wider finance function as needed in a busy, fast-moving environment</li></ul><p>About You</p><p>We're looking for someone who is:</p><ul><li>Experienced in an accounts assistant or similar finance role</li><li>Confident using Xero</li><li>Highly accurate with strong attention to detail</li><li>Comfortable handling high volumes of transactions daily</li><li>Well organised and able to manage deadlines</li><li>Happy working 5 days per week in the office</li><li>Motor trade experience is not required, but high-volume finance or transactional experience is highly beneficial</li></ul><p>What's on Offer</p><ul><li>Salary between £27,500 - £33,000, depending on experience</li><li>Monday to Friday 9-6pm working hours</li><li>Supportive team environment with clear responsibilities</li><li>Opportunity to be part of a growing business with a strong finance function</li></ul><p>If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys end-to-end transactional finance, this could be an excellent next step.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4zOTU4MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a growing organisation to recruit an Assistant Financial Accountant based in Liverpool.</p><p>This role is well suited to someone developing their finance career and looking to gain strong technical experience across month‑end, reconciliations and core accounting processes within a structured shared service environment.</p><p>The salary for this role is £30,000 - £40,000, hybrid working and 25 days annual leave.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The Assistant Financial Accountant will support the delivery of accurate financial records and smooth month‑end close. Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Posting journals into the general ledger and sub‑ledgers</li><li>Preparing accruals and supporting month‑end processes</li><li>Completing reconciliations for fixed assets, prepayments, intercompany and deferred income</li><li>Carrying out bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assisting with accounts receivable and accounts payable close activities</li><li>Supporting VAT and CIS reporting</li><li>Maintaining financial controls and ensuring compliance with internal processes</li><li>Resolving queries and addressing issues promptly</li><li>Working collaboratively with colleagues across the shared service centre</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Confident working with journals, reconciliations, accruals and other core accounting tasks</li><li>Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills</li><li>Highly organised with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Able to work independently and within a team</li><li>Clear communicator who can build strong working relationships</li><li>Motivated, proactive and keen to develop</li><li>Comfortable being on‑site in four days per week</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNTYzMzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>We are looking for a proactive Finance Assistant to join our clients dynamic Finance Team in Warwickshire. This fast-paced, hands-on role places you at the core of the finance operations, where you will support credit control, payroll, and purchase ledger activities.</p><p> </p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>- Sales Ledger & Credit Control</p><p>- Support invoice query investigations</p><p>- Assist with debt collection and manage aged debt</p><p>- Collaborate closely with the Sales Ledger Controller and Finance Manager</p><p> </p><p>- Payroll</p><p>- Help prepare weekly, four-weekly, and monthly payroll submissions</p><p>- Handle payroll queries from branches</p><p>- Complete payroll checks and reconciliations</p><p>- Process new starter documentation</p><p> </p><p>- Purchase Ledger</p><p>- Upload invoices via Dext</p><p>- Assist with payment queries</p><p>- Manage and organize the Finance inbox</p><p> </p><p>Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage in ad-hoc finance projects alongside the Finance Manager and CFO.</p><p> </p><p>What We're Looking For:</p><p>- Experience in a finance environment (essential)</p><p>- Proficiency in Excel</p><p>- Xero experience is helpful but not essential</p><p>- Strong attention to detail and solid numerical skills</p><p>- Organized, proactive, and comfortable juggling priorities</p><p>- A genuine can-do attitude with clear communication skills</p><p> </p><p>If you thrive in a varied role and take pride in maintaining accurate numbers, we would love to hear from you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FpdGxpbi5TbWl0aC41MDQ1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">