<p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Aptos; font-size: 12.0pt; color: black;">Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a permanent Head of HR for a high growth manufacturing company in the Neath Port Talbot area</p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Aptos; font-size: 12.0pt; color: black;">The HR & Payroll Manager will be responsible for the employee life-cycle. This will be a hands-on role in a growing business with a strong professionalisation requirement. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), key responsibilities include:</p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Recruitment and onboarding of new employees</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Working with Line Managers to ensure training and development needs are met (both statutory and job-specific)</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Delivery of performance management processes</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Exit management</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Development and tracking of people related KPI</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Identifying areas for improvement and professionalisation of the Human Resources function, including systems, controls and policies</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Acting as a business partner to Senior Managers</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: black;">Ad-hoc support to the CFO and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as required</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Aptos; font-size: 12.0pt; color: black;">Basic salary £40,000 to £55,000 DoE</p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Aptos; font-size: 12.0pt; color: black;">Bonus up to 5% of basic salary, linked to achievement of objectives and financial results</p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Aptos; font-size: 12.0pt; color: black;">25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays</p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Aptos; font-size: 12.0pt; color: black;">3% employer pension contribution</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjQyNjQ5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a permanent HR Advisor to join a team based in Newport.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The HR Advisor will provide comprehensive support across the employee lifecycle, ensuring best practice in HR operations, employee relations and people development. This role will also emphasise leveraging digital tools and emerging technologies-particularly artificial intelligence (AI)-to enhance HR processes, improve employee experience, and support data-driven decision making.</p><p> </p><p> </p><ul><li>Provision of day-to-day HR advice, support and practical guidance to line managers</li><li>Maintaining local and global HR systems, ensuring data accuracy, and producing reports to support decision-making</li><li>Input and Maintenance of the local HR Systems and Global HRIS System for all sites</li><li>Supporting the full life cycle of the employee</li><li>Supporting with recruitment interviews, working with the central recruitment team</li><li>Championing the use of HR technologies and AI-driven solutions to improve efficiency, streamline processes and enhance workforce insights</li><li>Ensuring an end-to-end process for on-boarding for all employees is in evidence and fully documented, paying particular attention to all required new starter paperwork</li><li>Conducting exit interviews for leavers</li><li>Absence Management Controls - liaising with Line Managers and supporting with capability case management to review and evaluate relevant action</li><li>Regular meetings with Departmental Managers to discuss holidays/recruitment/current issues</li><li>Supporting & assisting with investigations/disciplinaries/grievances</li><li>Weekly/Monthly reporting for site managers</li><li>Undertaking and participating in HR Projects when required</li><li>Supporting the roll out of HR initiatives across the business</li></ul><p> </p><p>Skills & Qualifications</p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified to CIPD level 3</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>On offer:</p><p> </p><p>A salary of £37,000 plus benefits. This role is fully site based</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><ul><li>Sharing best practice to support a culture of continuous improvement</li></ul><p>Skills & Qualifications</p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified to CIPD level 3</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjI4OTYyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>We are recruiting a temporary Finance Assistant for our client to support the finance team in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with the preparation of management accounts up to trial balance level. The Finance Assistant will ensure timely and accurate processing of financial data in line with company policies and accounting standards.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>1. Accounts Payable (Purchase Ledger): Process supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding, approvals, and posting to the ledger. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies. Prepare and process supplier payments (BACS/cheques). Maintain up-to-date records of all payables and support month-end closing.</p><p>2. Accounts Receivable (Sales Ledger): Raise and issue customer invoices and credit notes accurately and promptly. Record customer receipts and allocate payments against invoices. Chase outstanding debts and maintain an aged debtors report. Resolve customer queries related to billing and payments.</p><p>3. Bank and Cash: Post and reconcile all bank transactions on a daily or weekly basis. Prepare regular bank reconciliations for all company accounts. Handle petty cash, process expense claims, and ensure supporting documentation is complete.</p><p>4. General Ledger and Month-End: Post journal entries for accruals, prepayments, and other adjustments. Maintain and reconcile control accounts (VAT, payroll, fixed assets, etc.). Assist in preparing trial balance and supporting schedules for month-end and year-end accounts. Support the Finance Manager with management reporting and variance analysis.</p><p>5. Payroll Support: Collate and verify timesheets and expense claims. Liaise with HR or payroll provider to ensure accurate payroll processing. Post monthly payroll journals and reconcile related accounts (PAYE, NI, pensions).</p><p>6. VAT and Compliance: Assist with preparation and submission of VAT returns. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls. Maintain accurate and organised financial records for audit purposes.</p><p>7. Other Duties: Support budget monitoring and forecasting activities. Assist auditors with year-end audit queries and documentation. Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and administrative tasks as required.</p><p> </p><p>Skills and Qualifications:</p><p>AAT Level 3 or 4 (or equivalent qualification/experience).</p><p>Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and trial balance.</p><p>Experience using accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar).</p><p>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, reconciliations).</p><p>Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.</p><p>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</p><p>Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.</p><p> </p><p>Desirable:</p><p>Experience working in a busy finance department.</p><p>Knowledge of payroll and VAT processes.</p><p>Progress toward ACCA/CIMA qualification (advantageous).</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/RmZpb24uUGVycmV0dC4xNDU2NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
