<p><strong>£27,000 - £30,000 + Benefits</strong><br /> <strong>Blaenavon | Hybrid (3 days on site)</strong><br /> <strong>Exclusive with Robert Half </strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering exclusively with <strong>Abergavenny Fine Foods</strong>, part of the <strong>Frostkrone Food Group</strong>, to recruit a proactive and detail focused <strong>Accounts Assistant (Purchase Ledger)</strong> into their supportive Finance Team in Blaenavon.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established and ambitious FMCG manufacturer that is investing heavily in its people, systems and future growth. With supportive leadership, a friendly team culture, and genuine opportunities to develop, this role offers stability in a fast paced, hands‑on environment.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely financial processing across the purchase ledger and broader finance function.</p><p>You will be responsible for:</p><p><strong>Accounts Payable & Supplier Management</strong></p><ul><li>Maintaining and updating accurate supplier records</li><li>Posting invoices & credit notes, ensuring correct coding within SAP</li><li>Matching POs, attaching documentation and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Managing supplier queries and preparing monthly statement reconciliations</li><li>Investigating outstanding creditor items</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Processing & Reconciliations</strong></p><ul><li>Preparing bank reconciliations</li><li>Preparing balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Processing credit card statements and employee expenses</li><li>Maintaining daily cashbook postings</li></ul><p><strong>Wider Finance Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assisting with VAT </li><li>Supporting audit preparation with the Finance Team</li><li>Liaising with department heads on budgets and forecasting</li><li>Providing cover across the transactional team where needed</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>An experienced Accounts Assistant with proven end to end purchase ledger experience</li><li>SAP experience or strong ERP knowledge (highly desirable)</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and organisation</li><li>Confident communicator, comfortable handling queries internally & externally</li><li>Strong Excel skills and good financial systems experience</li><li>Ability to work to deadlines in a busy FMCG/manufacturing environment</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join Abergavenny Fine Foods?</strong></p><ul><li>A respected employer with a friendly, supportive culture</li><li>Supportive leadership team who encourage development</li><li>Hybrid working (3 days on site) with flexible start times</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays</li><li>Part of a growing group with exciting expansion plans</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/Q2FybGllLldpbGxpYW1zLjQzMzM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a permanent Management Accountant to join a fast paced private equity backed business in Newport</p><p><strong> </strong> </p><p>We are seeking a proactive <strong>Part-Qualified Management Accountant</strong> to join our fast-paced finance team. This role offers a unique blend of core management accounting, commercial analysis, and high-level exposure to board-level reporting. You will play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of our financial data while supporting the business through a period of PE-driven growth.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Accounting & Month-End</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Management Accounts:</strong> Preparation and assistance with monthly management accounts, including prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations, and all relevant month-end tasks.</li><li><strong>Fixed Assets & Stock:</strong> Full ownership of <strong>Fixed Assets</strong>, including maintaining the register. Responsible for <strong>Creditors and Stock</strong> management, including weekly and month-end reporting.</li><li><strong>Ledger Management:</strong> Daily bank reconciliations, postings, and allocations to the AR/AP ledgers.</li><li><strong>Purchase Ledger Support:</strong> Ensuring all manual and <strong>3-way match GRN invoices</strong> are processed accurately and timely, in accordance with company finance policies.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Board Exposure</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Presentations:</strong> Assist in preparation and delivery of both <strong>Board presentations</strong> and <strong>Budget presentations</strong>.</li><li><strong>Group & International:</strong> Assisting with <strong>group consolidations</strong> and the management of <strong>International accounts</strong>.</li><li><strong>Cash Management:</strong> Managing the weekly payment run and providing essential assistance with <strong>cashflow forecasting</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong>Commercial Analysis & Budgeting</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Budgeting:</strong> Assisting with the preparation of annual budgets.</li><li><strong>Variance Analysis:</strong> Reviewing weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly spend with budget holders to analyse and report on spend vs. variance.</li></ul><p><strong>Audit & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Statutory Requirements:</strong> Assist in the preparation for <strong>Statutory returns</strong> and assisting in the <strong>year-end Statutory Audit</strong>.</li><li><strong>External Liaison: </strong>Assist with <strong>External Audits</strong>.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Qualification:</strong> Currently studying towards <strong>ACCA or CIMA</strong> (Part-Qualified).</li><li><strong>Technical Skills:</strong> Strong ERP experience and advanced Excel skills.</li><li><strong>Communication:</strong> Confident in presenting financial data to senior leadership and collaborating with non-finance budget holders.</li></ul><p> <strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Full study support package</li><li>Exposure to Private Equity reporting cycles and high-level board interaction.</li><li>Salary from £38,000 to £45,000</li><li>Hybrid working-</li><li>Company bonus scheme</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjU0NDkxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Finance Assistant - Grants to support the administration of benefits for this third sector organ</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li><strong>The Finance Assistant - Grants will have responsibility for:</strong></li></ul><p> </p><ul><li>Reconciliation of Housing Benefit reserves</li><li>Be the in-house subject matter expert on personal and housing benefits</li><li>Primary point of contact to colleagues n for benefits and financial aspects of housing management</li><li>Reporting on internal financial audit performance and themes</li><li>Assisting with and monitoring personal benefit claims, including liaising with DWP and assisting support & inclusion colleagues</li><li>Reconciliation of house bank accounts including reconciliation of the financial records, bank statements and balance sheet control accounts</li><li>Petty cash checks, including on-site cash counts</li><li>Administration and maintenance of banking arrangements</li><li>Attend bank branches as required</li><li>Processing, reviewing and authorising purchase ledger payment runs (up to £30k) and ad hoc payments</li><li>Process journals and input financial transactions into financial software</li><li>Support the Head of Finance with the timely and accurate completion of month end, prioritising workload as required</li><li>Compile data and assist with key performance indicators reporting and assist Head of Finance in budget reviews with budget holders</li></ul><p> </p><p>On offer:</p><p>A salary of to £30,000 plus £1K car allowance and pension. Hybrid working - can be based in either the Cardiff or Swansea sites with occasional UK travel.</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjY0Nzg5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><p>Are you an ambitious, hands‑on finance professional looking for a role with real progression?</p><p>We're supporting a fast‑growing manufacturing business in St Mellons to recruit an <strong>Assistant Accountant</strong> - perfect for someone studying AAT/ACCA/CIMA and eager to build their technical skills quickly.</p><p>This is a high‑exposure role, offering incredible learning opportunities and the chance to step into more responsibility as the business continues to grow.</p><p><strong>What's on offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £30,000 + study support</li><li>Hybrid working - 1 day a week from home</li><li>Annual discretionary bonus</li><li>Great exposure, variety and development opportunities</li></ul><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll play a key role in day‑to‑day financial operations, month‑end activities and supporting wider business performance. Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Supporting with daily finance tasks and analysis</li><li>Taking ownership of the month-end close process</li><li>Preparing management accounts</li><li>Conducting stock valuations and reconciliations</li><li>Managing prepayments, accruals and journals</li><li>Maintaining the fixed asset register</li><li>Processing bank payments</li><li>Ensuring accurate, up‑to‑date financial records</li><li>Taking on ad‑hoc tasks across the finance function</li></ul><p>This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who learns quickly, wants variety and enjoys being hands-on.</p><p><strong> Who this suits?</strong></p><ul><li>AAT studier or early ACCA/CIMA</li><li>2-5 years' finance experience</li><li>Strong organisational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Proactive, ambitious and keen to grow</li><li>Experience in manufacturing or stock-based environments is a bonus</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/Q2FybGllLldpbGxpYW1zLjkyMjg1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a permanent experienced Assistant Accountant for a permanent role on site in Newport.</p><p> </p><p>As an Assistant Management Accountant, you will be key in delivering high quality management accounting information and a robust control environment. You will be instrumental in ensuring the completeness and accuracy of the underlying financial transactions of the business and the delivery of weekly, monthly and year-end reporting processes.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities</p><p> </p><ul><li>Responsibility for Preparing accruals and prepayments for month end.</li><li>Accountable for Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Assisting in Control of Fixed Asset accounting.</li><li>Assisting in Stock accounting and analysis and preparation of monthly provision requirements.</li><li>Performance review and variance analysis, comparing with budget and last year, including interpretation and commentary, working with key stakeholders across the organisation.</li><li>Ownership of accurate trade debtors and trade creditors reporting.</li><li>Assist in the year end Statutory audit process.</li><li>Assisting in the budget preparation process.</li><li>Supporting Purchase ledger - ensuring all manual and 3-way match GRN invoices are processed in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with finance policies and procedures.</li><li>Assisting in the preparation of BACS payment runs for all UK and overseas suppliers.</li><li>Ensuring all remittances are sent to suppliers.</li><li>Posting and allocating all payments to the AP ledger daily.</li><li>Processing and posting customer sales invoices daily.</li><li>Ensuring customer receipts are accurately allocated to sales invoices.</li><li>Bank entry posting and daily reconciliation.</li><li>Supporting other areas of the finance team as required.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Qualifications, Experience, Technical Skills & Knowledge</p><p> </p><p>Minimum AAT Finalist</p><p>Minimum of 2 years' experience in a finance function.</p><p> </p><p>On offer: salary to £35,000 plus study support </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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjgzNDc0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a graduate HR officer to join a growing organisation based in Bridgend</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> The Graduate HR officer will be a stand-alone role with support from the Group function.</p><p>You'll role remit will be:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Acting as a trusted first point of contact for HR queries and guidance</li><li>Recruitment - overseeing process, assisting with job descriptions, applications, interviews, offers</li><li>New starters on-boarding - overseeing process including all admin, producing contracts, organising probation reviews and induction process</li><li>Managing Cascade (our online HR application) for all users in terms of administration, holidays, keeping information up to date, dealing with queries etc</li><li>Maintaining accurate HR systems and reporting while improving digitalisation of HR processing and record keeping within HR application</li><li>Overseeing all company training:</li><li>Main contact for our occupational health provider</li><li>In charge of arranging Mental Health training and events</li><li>Pension - main contact for company, liaising directly with our pension provider, administering any changes required to pension scheme</li><li>GDPR - responsible for compliance and arranging any training and staff communication</li><li>Coordinate bi-annual appraisal process throughout the company</li><li>Guiding and coaching managers to build confidence and capability in people management</li><li>KPI reporting of HR metrics to finance on a monthly / quarterly / annual basis</li><li>Assisting managers for any disciplinary / staff issues and overall support in dealing with issues as they arise in conjunction with Group HR Function</li><li>Producing reports / presentations / statistics as required for monthly financial and board reports</li><li>Responsible for on-going review, update and maintenance of all HR Policies and Procedures in conjunction with Group HR Function</li><li>Ensuring we are compliant with new regulation and employment law in conjunction with Group HR Function</li></ul><p> </p><p>This role is fully on site in Bridgend</p><p> </p><p>On offer:</p><p>Salary: £26,000 to £28,000 + pension + benefits + quarterly bonus</p><p>Other: Fully supported to achieve CIPD Level 3</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjAzMzU2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p></p><p><strong>Salary: Circa £45,000</strong><br /> <strong>Hybrid | Permanent | Saint Mellons, Cardiff</strong></p><p><strong>Robert Half are delighted to be supporting our client with the recruitment of a Management Accountant to join their growing Cardiff finance team.</strong> This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward‑thinking organisation within a highly collaborative, people‑focused environment.</p><h2> </h2><h2><strong>The Role</strong></h2><p>Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the Management Accountant will play a crucial role in delivering accurate financial information, strengthening internal processes, and supporting business‑wide projects. You will also help shape reporting frameworks and contribute to continuous improvements across the finance function.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Prepare monthly <strong>management accounts</strong> for review.</li><li>Produce accurate and timely <strong>journal entries</strong>, including accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Conduct <strong>P&L reviews</strong>, including variance analysis and commentary.</li><li>Review balance sheets and ensure regular reconciliation of key accounts.</li><li>Complete <strong>VAT returns</strong> and manage monthly <strong>intercompany balances</strong>.</li><li>Prepare audit information and respond to external audit queries.</li><li>Prepare and/or supervise <strong>daily bank reconciliations</strong>.</li><li>Produce <strong>weekly cashflow forecasts</strong> for review and group submission.</li><li>Maintain and manage the <strong>fixed asset register</strong>.</li><li>Support quarterly <strong>forecasting, budgeting</strong>, and <strong>Expected Credit Loss (ECL)</strong> calculations.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to streamline financial processes and ensure deadlines are met.</li><li>Partner with the Finance Controller to enhance controls and system improvements.</li><li>Provide oversight and support to the <strong>Accounts Assistant</strong>.</li></ul><h2><strong>About You</strong></h2><ul><li>Fully qualified or part‑qualified <strong>ACCA / CIMA / ACA</strong>, or QBE.</li><li>Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and confidence working with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret financial data clearly.</li><li>Proficient in Excel and accounting systems.</li><li>Knowledge of IFRS (desirable).</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast‑paced environment.</li></ul><h2><strong>Working Model & Benefits</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Hybrid:</strong> 3 days in the office, 2 days from home</li><li><strong>Hours:</strong> 9:00-5:30 Monday-Friday (flexibility available)</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Saint Mellons, Cardiff (CF3 5EA)</li><li><strong>Free onsite parking</strong></li><li><strong>Subsidised café & onsite gym</strong></li><li><strong>Employee Assistance Programme</strong></li><li><strong>Standard Pension (5% employer / 3% employee)</strong></li><li>25 days annual leave + bank holidays</li><li>Life Assurance (x4 salary)</li><li>Enhanced family leave & enhanced sick pay</li><li>Corporate discounts platform</li><li>Ability to buy additional annual leave</li><li>Optional flexible benefits: PMI, critical illness, cash plan, cycle to work, dental, eye care</li></ul><br><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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuOTc0NDEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><p>Robert half are delighted to be suppoting an established client for thier next FP&A Assistant </p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the FP&A Manager, you will be responsible for delivering high‑quality financial analysis, reporting and insight to support commercial decision‑making. You'll work closely with both retail and e‑commerce teams, providing clear, concise analysis that drives improved performance.</p><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li>Report daily <strong>sales and margin performance</strong> across the business.</li><li>Assist in the preparation and production of <strong>weekly trading slides</strong>.</li><li>Produce <strong>store and e‑commerce budgets, forecasts and latest views</strong>, ensuring accuracy due to their impact on cash forecasting.</li><li>Produce and analyse <strong>Store P&Ls and KPIs</strong>.</li><li>Produce and analyse <strong>E‑commerce P&Ls and KPIs</strong>.</li><li>Produce <strong>monthly P&L Packs</strong> for senior management review.</li><li>Support the production of <strong>Quarterly Regional Review Packs</strong>.</li><li>Interpret financial and management information in a <strong>clear, insightful, and actionable</strong> manner.</li><li>Review, analyse, and assist in the sign‑off of <strong>month‑end retail and e‑commerce costs</strong>.</li></ul><br><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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuMzg2NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
