<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Commercial Finance Manager to join an exciting Engineering company experiencing huge growth based in Bristol. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£70,000 - £80,000 plus bonus and wider benefits package</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Role responsibilities will include but not limited to: </strong></p><ul><li>Own the full P&L and balance sheet, managing key accounting processes and leading the accounting team to deliver accurate month-end close and insightful variance analysis, with this role responsible for the final review and sign-off of monthly accounts</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting cycle while providing insightful and actionable analysis to site/Group leadership on sales performance, and other cost drivers to guide commercial decisions</li><li>Lead, motivate, and empower a small finance team</li><li>Support stock accuracy by overseeing stock counts, monitoring stock KPIs, and ensuring a robust system of financial control around inventory processes</li><li>Provide proactive finance support to the business by resolving day to day queries, partnering on strategic initiatives and projects, and acting as a key member of the site senior management team to drive long term performance improvement</li><li>Act as the site lead for the external audit engagement, coordinating all requirements and ensuring a smooth, timely, and fully compliant annual statutory audit cycle</li><li>Support the business in relation to general development or ad-hoc projects and issues</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified with 3+ years PQE</li><li>Strong business acumen and analytical skills, with experience in FP&A, budgeting, and variance analysis within a Engineering, Manufacturing, Retail or FMCG environment</li><li>Proven ability to lead and develop a diverse finance team</li><li>Commercially focused and compliance-oriented, balancing strategic insight with robust control</li><li>Strong IT proficiency, including ERP systems and Excel</li><li>Continuous improvement mindset with experience driving process optimisation and operational excellence</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</strong></p><p><strong>£70,000 - £80,000 plus bonus and wider benefits package</strong></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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi45MTczOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-end="662" data-start="159">We are recruiting a temporary role for our client. They are looking for an Interim Financial Accountant, they will be responsble for safeguarding the organisation's financial integrity by managing core control activities. This includes leading month-end and year-end close cycles, producing reliable financial reports, maintaining key account reconciliations, and ensuring adherence to accounting standards and internal policies. The role is central to delivering accurate financial insights, supporting informed decision-making, and continuously improving processes.</p><p data-start="664" data-end="2238"><strong data-start="664" data-end="679">Key Duties:</strong><br data-start="679" / data-end="682"> * Lead the organisation's monthly and annual close activities, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and within required timelines.<br data-start="819" / data-end="822"> * Coordinate and review the preparation of journals, accruals, and other adjustments across multiple accounting areas, working closely with internal teams to support timely reporting.<br data-start="1005" data-end="1008" /> * Reconcile major balance sheet accounts and maintain compliant, up-to-date financial ledgers.<br data-start="1102" / data-end="1105"> * Take responsibility for end-to-end accounting processes, including reconciliations, adjustments, and month-end procedures, ensuring alignment with reporting standards and internal control frameworks.<br data-start="1306" / data-end="1309"> * Review and approve journals and reconciliations, verifying accuracy, documentation quality, and compliance with both internal guidelines and external requirements.<br data-end="1477" / data-start="1474"> * Identify weaknesses in existing processes and contribute to improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall financial control.<br data-start="1617" data-end="1620" /> * Ensure adherence to financial regulations and internal control standards. Provide support during internal and external audits through clear, accurate documentation and application of current accounting guidance.<br data-start="1833" data-end="1836" /> * Assist in preparing management information, including variance analysis and commentary, offering meaningful insights to support strategic decisions.<br data-end="1989" / data-start="1986"> * Build strong relationships across departments to maintain high-quality financial data and support collaboration with internal stakeholders, auditors, and regulatory bodies.<br / data-end="2166" data-start="2163"> * Provide occasional support to the Accounts Payable team when required.</p><p data-end="2797" data-start="2240"><strong data-start="2240" data-end="2264">Skills & Experience:</strong><br / data-end="2267" data-start="2264"> * Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)<br data-start="2322" data-end="2325" /> * Solid understanding of financial accounting principles, particularly in areas such as gross margin, inventory, and revenue recognition<br / data-end="2464" data-start="2461"> * High level of analytical ability, accuracy, and attention to detail<br / data-end="2536" data-start="2533"> * Experience working with ERP systems and financial reporting software<br data-end="2609" / data-start="2606"> * Strong Excel proficiency<br data-end="2638" / data-start="2635"> * Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage and influence stakeholders<br data-start="2724" data-end="2727" /> * Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement</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/RmZpb24uUGVycmV0dC42NzM4Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Finance Business Partner to join a growing manufacturing organisation on a permanent basis in Bridgend.</p><p> </p><p>The Finance Business Partner - Manufacturing role is key in supporting the UK Manufacturing Operations ) and is responsible for providing clear, timely and accurate information, including insight to the leadership team, particularly the CFO and Operations lead team. </p><p> </p><p>The Finance Business Partner will prepare high quality financial data on a timely basis that will help drive business performance, and decision making, and where necessary develop new KPIs to help understand and improve Operations.</p><p> </p><p>As part of the Finance team, you will provide effective management accounting and reporting, including performing key month end activities to account accurately for aspects of Manufacturing Operations.</p><p> </p><p>The role will play a key role in managing / controlling overhead spend, through partnership with various operational departments, acting as a gatekeeper in relation to operational expenditure, including leading on developing the Annual Budget.</p><p> </p><p> Key responsibilities:</p><p> </p><p><strong>Finance Business Partner to the Operations lead team</strong></p><p><strong>Perform Month End / Periodic activities to ensure accurate reporting of manufacturing performance</strong></p><p><strong>Drive improvements in understanding of manufacturing cost base</strong></p><p><strong>Lead the development of regular financial reporting and analysis to the Operations leadership team</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key skills / experience / competencies</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified ACA / CIMA or equivalent with relevant industry / manufacturing experience</li><li>Experience of different manufacturing cost models (e.g. actual cost / standard costing)</li></ul><p> </p><p>On offer:</p><p> </p><p>A salary of up to £60,000 plus pension</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjk5MTYxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
