<p>Robert Half have partnered with Great Tew Estate to recruit their new Financial Controller.</p><p>This is a truly unique opportunity to join one of Oxfordshire's most distinctive and diversified private estate businesses offering a rare blend of property investment, natural resources, rural enterprise and long-term stewardship, all under private ownership.</p><p>This is not a typical Financial Controller role. It offers exposure to a multi-entity, asset-rich group spanning quarrying, property investment, grain processing and construction, with genuine breadth, autonomy and strategic influence.</p><p>Reporting directly into the Finance Director, you will support an experienced finance team in a highly visible number two role, freeing up the FD to focus on strategic development across the estate.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Onsite, just outside the beautiful Cotswold village of Great Tew, near Chipping Norton<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £70,000 - £80,000</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Financial Controller, you will take ownership of financial reporting across a complex group structure comprising 19 entities (18 Ltd companies and 1 LLP).</p><p>This is a technically strong, hands-on role combining statutory reporting, management oversight and strategic input.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Statutory & Technical Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Drafting statutory accounts for 19 entities and managing the full compliance cycle</li><li>Coordinating with external tax advisors</li><li>Managing land acquisitions/disposals and investment property accounting</li><li>Overseeing reporting currently prepared in CaseWare (with scope for system evolution)</li></ul><p><strong>Management Reporting & Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Reviewing monthly management accounts</li><li>Supporting quarterly external reporting requirements</li><li>Managing a team of two Senior Management Accountants and one Junior Management Accountant</li><li>Coordinating VAT processes including partial exemption and technical returns</li></ul><p><strong>Cashflow & Strategic Support</strong></p><ul><li>Managing and overseeing master cashflow across 23 entities</li><li>Working closely with the FD in a dynamic, owner-led environment</li><li>Providing input on new projects, disposals and corporate structuring</li><li>Ensuring smooth delivery of financial information across a diversified group</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why This Opportunity Is Unique</strong></p><ul><li>Exposure to a highly diversified private group structure</li><li>Broad remit spanning compliance, reporting and strategy</li><li>Significant autonomy and visibility</li><li>Stable team and long-standing finance leadership</li><li>A rare chance to work within a prestigious Cotswold estate setting</li><li>Long-term opportunity in a private, asset-backed organisation</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Profile</strong></p><p>We are seeking an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with:</p><ul><li>Strong statutory accounts experience (multi-entity exposure advantageous)</li><li>A background in practice or complex owner-managed groups</li><li>Experience within property, land-heavy, construction, or asset-intensive businesses desirable</li><li>Confidence overseeing management accounts and leading a small team</li><li>Strong technical capability including VAT and group structures</li><li>The ability to operate in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment</li></ul><p>This role would suit an individual looking for genuine breadth, autonomy and exposure to strategic decision-making within a long-established private estate.</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS4xNjgyNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> </p><p> <strong>Assistant Finance Officer</strong></p><p><br /> Robert Half are delighted to be partnered exclusively with <strong>Hope for Tomorrow</strong> in their search for this key role.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About Hope for Tomorrow</strong></p><p><br /> Hope for Tomorrow is an exceptional charity enabling essential cancer care through mobile cancer care units that serve in partnership with NHS trusts across the nation. Hope for Tomorrow brings cancer services closer to patients in their communities, eliminating the need for long, frequent, and often exhausting hospital trips.</p><p> </p><p>These mobile cancer care units travel into communities, parking at convenient locations, like community hospitals, garden centres and supermarket car parks. There, the dedicated staff on board can provide cancer care for up to 20 patients per day in a more accessible, comfortable and familiar environment. Patients receive the same exceptional clinical standards as in hospital, with added benefits that matter, helping to improve the cancer journey for patients and their loved ones.</p><p> </p><p>Being treated locally saves time and money on travel and parking. It removes the stress of navigating vast hospital sites and the worry of long waits and disrupted days. Instead, patients step into a calm, welcoming environment where they're seen promptly. Many patients also value the sense of camaraderie with other patients from their area, creating a supportive, friendly atmosphere.</p><p> </p><p>The charity's fleet of mobile units currently operates in regions including Gloucestershire, South Wiltshire, Kent, Suffolk, Essex, Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Norfolk. In August 2024, Hope for Tomorrow launched an innovative lung health assessment unit, marking their first venture into screening services to bring vital lung health checks directly to communities across Greater Manchester.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support the Senior Finance Officer with day-to-day financial administration and timely production of Monthly Management Accounts.</li><li>Manage transactional finance processes, including sales and purchase ledgers, bank payments, bank and petty cash reconciliations, supplier statement reconciliations, and processing of payroll journals, staff expenses, accruals, prepayments, and accrued and deferred income.</li><li>Prepare monthly Gift Aid claim reports and assist with VAT workings.</li><li>Help the finance team meet KPIs and respond to financial queries from SMT and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes across the charity.</li><li>Support specific finance related projects and assist with annual audit preparation.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Bookkeeping experience with month end reconciliations.</li><li>Highly organised, detail focused, and confident using Microsoft Office.</li><li>Strong communicator able to work with non‑finance colleagues.</li><li>Knowledge of double entry bookkeeping, month-end adjustments; charity finance or QuickBooks Online experience desirable.</li><li>Professional, confidential, and aligned with the charity's values; accounting/bookkeeping qualifications beneficial.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary and Benefits</strong><br /> A competitive salary range of £28,000 - 30,000pa + benefits, alongside a collaborative working culture, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real impact in a superb charity. Hybrid working and flexibility are supported after successful probation, making this an ideal role for someone seeking both challenge and balance.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4wMjQwMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting a Payroll Manager on a temporary basis for 3-6 months. </p><p>This role will be based 4 days from home, and 1 day per week in Swindon.</p><p>If you are an experienced Payroll Manager, with end to end Payroll experience, this could be an ideal role for you either on a temporary or permanent basis.</p><p class="xxmsonormal">You will:</p><p class="xxmsonormal">Work in partnership with managers and the customer teams, to ensure all the personal and payroll data is available for inputting or uploading into the HRS system, for the monthly payroll.</p><p class="xxmsonormal">Manage these actions, so the end to end process of data input, verification, filing and reporting, are all made within the appropriate deadlines.</p><p class="xxmsonormal">Manage the accurate processing of monthly time sheets and overtime claims.</p><p class="xxmsonormal">Ensure legal and organisational requirements in respect of IR35 and employment status are met.</p><p class="xxmsonormal">Manage the pay review process.</p><p class="xxmsonormal">Manage month-end and year-end duties relating to payroll close. </p><p class="xxmsonormal"> </p><p class="xxmsonormal">Manage the Payroll Manager, train and develop colleagues and work closely with HR on all people matters. </p><p class="xxmsonormal">Ensure organisational behaviours and values are upheld and promoted and ensure our legal obligations and the expectations set out in our policies are met.</p><p class="xxmsonormal">This will be an immediate start in January, with travel to Swindon each week.</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci44NTY4OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>I'm currently recruiting for an Interim Finance Administrator to join a longstanding client based in North Bristol, for a 2-month assignment.</p><p>This is a team with a lovely culture who are needing additional support on a short-term basis.</p><p>This role is office based and has free parking available.</p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Finance Administrator</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£28,000 - £32,000 </p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>2 Months</p><p><strong>Start date: </strong>ASAP</p><p><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Office based, 37.5 hour working week</p><p> <strong>Responsibilities include: </strong></p><ul><li>Liaising with key internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Collating invoices and logging details into excel spreadsheets</li><li>Accurate data entry </li><li>Chasing up invoices </li><li>Resolving queries </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Skills/Experience needed:</strong></p><ul><li>Confident communicator </li><li>High attention to detail</li><li>Ability to manage own workload </li><li>Team player</li><li>Computer literate</li><li>Methodical worker </li></ul><p> Please apply online or call Lewis Young on 0117 993 5400</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/bGV3aXMueW91bmcuMzI2NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are supporting an unique and interesting business based in central Bath who are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their team for a period of 6 months, with potential of extension. This is on a fixed term contract basis and has hybrid working. </p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Accounts Assistant </p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>Up to £30,000 </p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>6 month fixed term contract </p><p><strong>Start date: </strong>January 2026 </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintaining accounts payable ledger</li><li>Maintaining accounts receivable ledger </li><li>Processing of creditor payments inclusive of multiple payment streams (multiple banks and payment agents) and where applicable foreign currencies</li><li>Project Accounting - processing and coding accurately to correct projects, ensuring project balances reconcile </li><li>Variance reports</li><li>Liaising with project financial operations and external contractors </li><li>Month End: Assisting in preparation of journal entries, accruals, journals, prepayment</li><li>and other month end inputs</li><li>Assistance in any month end reconciliations required</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Skills/Experience needed:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong understanding and proven experience sales & purchase ledger as a minimum</li><li>Experience of working in a professional services environment - Desirable </li><li>Proficient in Excel - VLOOKUP's, pivot tables</li><li>Ability to work in a fast paced environment</li><li>Experience with assisting with month end, international accounts & multi-currencies - Desirable</li><li>Studying/Studied AAT</li><li>High attention to detail</li><li>Ability to prioritise tasks well</li></ul><p> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5Ljg5NTIxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is seeking a Senior Credit Controller (Number 2) for a well-established national business in Birmingham, offering a salary of up to £38,000. This role is crucial in supporting the Credit Control Team Lead and managing the day-to-day credit control function.<br /><br /><strong>Key Requirements:</strong><br />- Strong credit control experience with proven results<br />- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills<br />- Experience supporting or mentoring team members<br /><br /><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br />- Support the Credit Control Team Lead in managing daily credit control activities<br />- Assist with chasing overdue debt and ensuring timely cash collection<br />- Maintain accurate ledgers and communication logs<br />- Help prepare reports and provide input into debt management strategy<br />- Act as a point of contact for the team in the Team Lead's absence<br /><br /><strong>What's on Offer:</strong><br />- Salary up to £38,000<br />- 28 days holiday<br />- Supportive team environment<br />- On-site parking and easy-access location</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/Q2FpdGxpbi5TbWl0aC43NDk3Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Head of Finance</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting is working with a growing organisation based in Gloucestershire to appoint a <strong>Head of Finance</strong> - an ideal opportunity for an experienced <strong>Finance Manager</strong> looking to step into a broader, more influential leadership role.</p><p>Reporting to a senior finance leader, this role offers full ownership of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering, while leading a small, established finance team. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, providing insight, challenge, and commercial support across both operational and growth-focused areas of the organisation.</p><p>This is a hands-on position that blends strategic input with day-to-day financial leadership, perfect for someone ready to move beyond pure reporting into a wider business-facing role.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights</strong></p><ul><li>Lead monthly management accounts, forecasting, and budgeting</li><li>Manage and develop a small finance team</li><li>Act as a finance business partner to senior leaders and operational teams</li><li>Support commercial decision-making, pricing, and performance analysis</li><li>Oversee audit, VAT, payroll accuracy, and core financial controls</li><li>Drive improvements in systems, processes, and reporting</li><li>Take ownership of year-end audit, statutory reporting, and tax compliance in line with group requirements</li><li>Provide cashflow analysis and forecasting to support effective financial planning and control</li><li>Play a key role in capital expenditure oversight and long-term financial planning during a period of growth and investment</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Currently operating as a Finance Manager or in a similar hands-on role</li><li>Comfortable owning the numbers while engaging with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Strong Excel and finance systems capability</li><li>Commercially minded, proactive, and ready for increased responsibility</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>Up to £75,000 based on experience</li><li>Hybrid remote working</li><li>Pension and a strong benefits package</li><li>Long-term career development in a growing organisation</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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi41NTYzOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, investment-led business in Birmingham to appoint a <strong>Financial Controller</strong>.</p><p>This is a newly created role following a period of sustained expansion and private investment, offering significant exposure to the senior leadership team and a clear route to Finance Director as the business continues its growth trajectory.</p><p>Working closely with the CFO, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, lead a small team, and help shape the financial strategy as the business scales - both organically and through acquisition.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, controls, and month-end close.</li><li>Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.</li><li>Lead, mentor and develop a small, high-performing finance team.</li><li>Implement process improvements and strengthen financial governance.</li><li>Support the integration of new acquisitions and drive reporting consistency across the group.</li><li>Prepare insightful financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA qualified, ideally trained in a Big 4 or top-tier accounting firm.</li><li>Looking for a<strong> </strong>first or second move from practice into an ambitious, high-growth business.</li><li>Strong technical grounding in financial reporting and controls, with the confidence to partner at board level.</li><li>Commercially minded, with the ability to balance day-to-day rigour with strategic input.</li><li>Proactive, curious, and driven - someone who wants to make an impact in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.</li></ul><p>This role offers a genuine opportunity to build a career in a dynamic, forward-thinking business backed by ambitious investors.</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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS42MDI0Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Avonmouth (Hybrid - 1 or 2 days required in office a month) <br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (DOE)</p><p>Robert Half are partnering with an expanding business in Bristol to help recruit for a Management Accountant on a full-time and permanent basis. This role will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in a small-business environment, managing multiple priorities, and being closely involved in month-end and reporting processes. This role is suitable for someone part or fully-qualified in ACA, ACCA or CIMA.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Reviewing and responding to complex queries from the finance inbox</li><li>Performing weekly bank reconciliations</li><li>Setting up and managing the weekly payment run</li><li>Preparing the weekly working capital report</li><li>Processing purchase invoices, sales invoices, and expenses</li><li>Reviewing and submitting quarterly VAT returns</li><li>Reviewing payroll reports and posting payroll journals</li><li>Preparing balance sheet reconciliation schedules</li><li>Supporting month-end routines: (Accruals and prepayments, stock balance updates and intercompany cross-charges)</li><li>Posting general journals and month-end adjustments.</li><li>Assisting with month-end close and ad hoc finance tasks</li><li>Supporting external accountants</li><li>Liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders as required</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Part or fully qualified in ACA, CIMA or ACCA.</li><li>Experience in a finance function within a small business, in a Management Accountant or similar role</li><li>Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, management accounting, and financial statements</li><li>Proven experience managing month-end close processes</li><li>Solid VAT knowledge</li><li>Intermediate Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables</li><li>Strong general IT skills and confidence using finance systems</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and communication skills</li><li>Experience using Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel)</li><li>Experience with BrightPay payroll software</li><li>Experience using Xero accounting software</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary between £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience</li><li>Flexible working with only 1-2 days required onsite a month</li><li>A varied, hands-on role with real ownership and responsibility</li></ul><p>If you are interested in discussing this role further, apply today!</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/THlkaWEuQmVycnkuODc3ODEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are currently supporting a business based in Central Bristol, who are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their team.</p><p> </p><p>This role presents an opportunity for an individual with previous finance experience and understanding of double-entry bookkeeping to contribute to the effective running of the finance function.</p><p> </p><p>This opportunity has the potential to turn permanent with a plan for this role to up-skill and for the candidate to progress within the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p> </p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£28K - £32K</p><p> </p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Central Bristol</p><p> </p><p><strong>Hybrid: </strong>One day per week in Central Bristol</p><p> </p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 3 Months temp to perm</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Accounts Payable</li><li>Accounts Receivable</li><li>Bank Reconciliations</li><li>Expenses</li><li>Credit Control</li><li>Accruals</li></ul><p> </p><p>For more information on this role, please apply online or call Lewis Young on 01179 993 5400</p><p> </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/bGV3aXMueW91bmcuOTIzODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
