8 results for Office Manager in Abertawe, Swansea

Assurance & Compliance Manager

Bridgend, Bridgend
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Talent Solutions are exclusively hiring for an Assurance & Compliance ManagerJob Vacancy: Assurance & Compliance ManagerRole Overview<ul><li>Location: Bridgend, Wales</li><li>Working Model: Hybrid (4 days on-site, 1 day remote)</li><li>Department: Finance Business Unit</li><li>Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer (Dotted line to Head of EHS & Governance)</li></ul>About the RoleAre you a qualified accountant with a strong background in external audit or practice? We are seeking a hands-on, proactive Assurance & Compliance Manager to review, enhance, and embed our existing internal control and assurance framework.In this critical role, you will move quickly from a standing start to design, document, and test a system-enforced control environment. You will provide the Senior Leadership Team and the Board with total confidence that key enterprise risks are effectively managed.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Internal Controls: Design, document, and embed a best-in-class Internal Control Framework, including robust segregation of duties.</li><li>Framework Ownership: Maintain and enforce the Delegated Authority Matrix and overall audit readiness.</li><li>Risk Management: Collaborate across the Group to support the Risk Register review cycle, maintain the risk heat map, and track mitigation accountability.</li><li>Governance Partnership: Work alongside the Head of EHS & Governance to assess broader enterprise risk and control effectiveness.</li></ul>What We Are Looking For<ul><li>Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).</li><li>Experience: Strong background in practice or external audit is highly preferred.</li><li>Skills: Proven ability to build, document, and test compliance frameworks from scratch.</li><li>Mindset: A hands-on deliverer who thrives in setting up new processes and governance structures.</li></ul>Benefits Package<ul><li>Financial: 8% Company Pension scheme | Life Assurance | Sick Pay</li><li>Work-Life Balance: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays | Hybrid working</li><li>Perks & Culture: Free on-site parking | Cycle to work scheme | Regular company events</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjMzOTI0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-10T12:51:21Z

Assistant Management Accountant

Neath, Neath Port Talbot
remote
Contract
- 35000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Assistant Management Accountant</h1>Swansea | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits<h3>Build your career. Study towards ACCA. Gain international experience. Progress into Management Accounting.</h3>We're delighted to be supporting an established and highly successful international manufacturing business with the appointment of an Assistant Management Accountant at its Swansea branch.This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who is serious about developing their career and wants to join a business that will invest in their professional development.The role offers a clear opportunity to progress towards a Management Accountant position, with full support towards ACCA studies, alongside hands-on experience across management accounts, month-end, budgeting, forecasting and commercial finance.You'll also become part of an international finance function, working with colleagues across Europe and gaining exposure to a wider group environment.And it's not all spreadsheets and month-end, the business has a strong team culture, with regular company and team socials, including regular travel to European locations.<h2>Your Opportunity</h2>As an Assistant Management Accountant, you'll work closely with the existing finance team and play a key role in supporting the production of accurate financial information.This is a role designed to develop you.You'll be given the opportunity to build your technical accounting knowledge, understand how finance supports a manufacturing operation and progressively take on more responsibility as your experience grows.Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Supporting the month-end close process</li><li>Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances</li><li>Posting journals, accruals and prepayments</li><li>Assisting with monthly reporting and management information</li><li>Supporting budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Preparing variance analysis and commentary</li><li>Assisting with financial planning and analysis</li><li>Supporting the maintenance of strong financial controls</li><li>Working with operational teams to understand and challenge financial performance</li><li>Using SAP across the finance function</li><li>Assisting with process improvement and finance projects</li><li>Working with finance colleagues across the UK and wider European business</li><li>Taking on additional responsibilities as your knowledge and experience develop</li></ul><h2>ACCA Study Support & Career Progression</h2>If you're ambitious about becoming a qualified accountant, this is a role where your development will be taken seriously.The business will provide support towards ACCA studies, giving you the opportunity to work towards your professional qualification while gaining valuable practical experience.You'll be supported by an experienced finance team and given exposure to increasingly complex areas of accounting as you progress.The longer-term objective is to develop you into a fully-fledged Management Accountant, with the potential for further career progression within the wider finance function.<h2>What We're Looking For</h2>We're looking for someone with the ambition and attitude to develop, rather than someone who simply ticks every box on a job description.You may currently be an:<ul><li>Assistant Accountant</li><li>Accounts Assistant</li><li>Finance Assistant</li><li>Assistant Management Accountant</li><li>Part-qualified accountant</li></ul>You'll ideally have:<ul><li>Experience working within an accounts or finance environment</li><li>A good understanding of accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping</li><li>Experience with reconciliations and month-end processes</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li><li>Experience with SAP or another ERP system</li><li>Good analytical and numerical ability</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>The confidence to work with stakeholders across the wider business</li><li>A proactive approach and genuine desire to learn</li><li>A clear ambition to progress within finance and work towards ACCA qualification</li></ul><h2>Why Join?</h2>This is a particularly attractive opportunity for someone who wants their next move to add real value to their career.You'll get:<ul><li>ACCA study support</li><li>A clear route towards Management Accountant</li><li>Hands-on management accounting experience</li><li>Exposure to budgeting, forecasting and commercial finance</li><li>Experience within an international manufacturing group</li><li>Exposure to SAP and a structured ERP environment</li><li>The opportunity to work with colleagues across Europe</li><li>European travel opportunities through company/team events</li><li>A supportive and collaborative finance team</li><li>Genuine scope to take on greater responsibility as you develop</li><li>A long-term career opportunity rather than simply another finance position</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uOTQyOTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-28T09:50:42Z

Management Accountant

Cardiff, Cardiff
remote
Permanent
52000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are excited to announce and excluisve opportunity which has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a rapidly growing and highly successful South Wales business. Having expanded significantly in recent years, the organisation continues to invest in its finance function and is now looking to strengthen the team with the addition of a newly created role.This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership, supporting financial control, management reporting, cashflow forecasting, and business performance analysis. Long-term career progression is a genuine possibility, with the business committed to developing future finance leaders.<h2>The Opportunity</h2>Initially, the role will have a strong focus on management accounting and financial control, with scope to evolve into a broader commercial finance and business partnering position as the organisation continues its growth journey.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts and reporting packs.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and financial control activities.</li><li>Fixed asset register management.</li><li>Hire purchase accounting.</li><li>Payroll-related balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Weekly cashflow forecasting and reporting.</li><li>WIP reporting and analysis.</li><li>Variance analysis and commentary.</li><li>Board pack preparation.</li><li>Overhead allocations and group recharges.</li><li>Working closely with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams.</li><li>Supporting finance process improvements and system enhancement projects.</li><li>Building strong relationships with operational stakeholders across the business.</li></ul><h2>What You'll Be Doing</h2><h3>Month-End Activities</h3><ul><li>Balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Fixed asset accounting.</li><li>Accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Hire purchase accounting.</li><li>Variance analysis.</li><li>Delivering management information within a 10-day month-end timetable.</li></ul><h3>Ongoing Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Weekly cashflow forecasting.</li><li>WIP reporting and analysis.</li><li>Supporting operational teams to improve WIP conversion and cash collection.</li><li>Business partnering with multiple operational departments.</li><li>Assisting with finance transformation and system improvement initiatives.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>The business is open to applications from:<ul><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) accountants.</li><li>Part-qualified accountants actively studying.</li><li>Qualified by Experience (QBE) professionals with relevant industry background.</li></ul><h3>Essential Experience</h3><ul><li>Experience within construction, contracting, maintenance, engineering, projects or a similar project-based environment.</li><li>Strong WIP accounting knowledge.</li><li>CIS experience.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP and XLOOKUP.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Experience producing management accounts and financial analysis.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>SAP exposure.</li><li>Power BI knowledge.</li><li>Contract profitability reporting.</li><li>Housing, repairs & maintenance or social housing sector experience.</li></ul><h2>Benefits</h2><ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Option to purchase up to 5 additional holidays.</li><li>Enhanced pension scheme (3% employee / 5% employer).</li><li>Free on-site parking.</li><li>Death in Service benefit.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.</li><li>Occupational sick pay.</li><li>Private medical cover (after qualifying service).</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement.</li></ul><h2>Career Development</h2>This is more than just a Management Accountant role. The position has been created to support a growing finance team and offers a clear pathway into Finance Manager and Senior Finance Manager level positions over the coming years for the right individual.If you're looking to join an ambitious business where you can make a real impact while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuNjMwMjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-06T14:35:50Z

Personal Assistant

Swansea, Swansea
remote
Permanent
30000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
<h2>The Opportunity</h2>Robert Half are working with a leading international organisation is seeking an experienced and highly organised Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive executive support to the UK Operations Manager.This is an excellent opportunity for a professional PA who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working closely with senior leadership. The role offers significant variety, autonomy and exposure to both UK and international stakeholders, making it ideal for someone who can confidently manage competing priorities while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and confidentiality.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2>As Personal Assistant, you will:<ul><li>Provide proactive executive and administrative support to the UK Operations Manager.</li><li>Manage complex diaries, appointments and correspondence.</li><li>Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, visas and travel documentation.</li><li>Organise meetings, leadership events and conferences, ensuring all logistics are effectively managed.</li><li>Act as a point of contact for senior visitors, customers and key stakeholders.</li><li>Prepare reports, presentations, business documentation and correspondence.</li><li>Process invoices, expenses and supplier payments in line with company procedures.</li><li>Administer company credit card processes and maintain accurate financial records.</li><li>Support corporate governance activities and ensure relevant documentation is maintained.</li><li>Coordinate employee recognition programmes, educational awards and community initiatives.</li><li>Liaise with legal teams, insurers, corporate functions and external stakeholders where required.</li><li>Take meeting minutes and maintain accurate records.</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives and special projects.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>To be successful in this role, you'll have:<ul><li>Previous experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or senior administrative professional.</li><li>Experience supporting senior leaders within a complex business environment.</li><li>Excellent organisational, planning and prioritisation skills.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Experience coordinating complex travel arrangements.</li><li>Financial administration experience, including expenses and invoice processing.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.</li><li>The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.</li><li>High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Skills & Experience</h3><ul><li>Business Studies Diploma, PA Qualification or equivalent Level 3 qualification.</li><li>Experience working within a large multinational organisation.</li><li>SAP knowledge or experience.</li><li>Corporate governance administration experience.</li><li>Minute-taking experience.</li></ul><h2>The Ideal Candidate</h2>We're looking for someone who is:<ul><li>Professional, proactive and highly dependable.</li><li>Confident working with senior stakeholders.</li><li>Emotionally intelligent with excellent relationship-building skills.</li><li>Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Able to remain calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines.</li><li>Committed to delivering a first-class support service.</li></ul><h2>Benefits</h2><ul><li>Salary up to £35,000</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>On-site gym</li><li>Free flu vaccinations</li><li>Sick pay</li><li>Bereavement leave</li></ul><h2>Location & Working Pattern</h2>This role is based in Swansea (SA6) and is office-based. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuNTE2OTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-18T16:29:18Z

Commercial Finance Analyst

Caerphilly, Caerphilly
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Commercial Finance Analyst - Permanent - Up to £50k + bonus - Caerphilly - Hybrid Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a large, established and fast-paced service-led organisation, in the search for a permanent Commercial Finance Analyst, offering hybrid working and up to £50,000.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to work closely with senior operational and commercial stakeholders - turning complex financial and operational data into clear insight that drives better business decisions.This isn't a reporting role where you simply produce numbers and send them on. You'll have the opportunity to understand what is happening behind the numbers, work directly with operational leaders and influence decisions around profitability, productivity, cost and service performance. You'll gain broad exposure across commercial finance, operational performance, supplier management, budgeting, forecasting and business partnering, while playing a visible role in driving continuous improvement.Key Details: <ul><li>Job Title: Commercial Finance Analyst</li><li>Salary: £40k - £50k, DOE, + 10% bonus</li><li>Location: Caerphilly</li><li>Working Pattern: Full-time - hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote (fully onsite required for first 6 months)</li><li>Benefits: Employee discounts, Virtual GP, 23 days holiday + bank holidays, free parking, improved parental and paternity leave and more!</li></ul>Responsibilities: <ul><li>Producing weekly and monthly financial reporting across revenue, costs, margins and operational KPIs.</li><li>Analysing performance against budget, forecast and prior periods, identifying the operational drivers behind the numbers.</li><li>Partnering with Regional Managers, Operations Managers and Service Teams to improve financial and operational performance.</li><li>Providing insight into route profitability, labour productivity, utilisation and cost-to-serve.</li><li>Developing and maintaining KPI dashboards covering areas such as revenue per engineer, jobs per day, route efficiency and cost per service.</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and month-end, including accruals, prepayments and cost allocations.</li><li>Working closely with Procurement, Operations, HR and Finance to improve supplier performance, purchasing and cost efficiency.</li><li>Analysing temporary labour, overtime, subcontractor and consumable costs to identify opportunities for savings and improved margins.</li><li>Challenging assumptions and using data to uncover opportunities for operational efficiency and commercial improvement.</li><li>Extracting, manipulating and analysing large volumes of data from finance and operational systems.</li><li>Improving reporting through automation, standardisation and collaboration with BI/Data teams.</li><li>Supporting financial controls, governance and audit requirements.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li>Someone who is analytical, commercially curious and confident working with stakeholders.</li><li>Part or fully qualified (ACCA, CIMA or ACA).</li><li>Experience in a commercial finance, management reporting or analytical role.</li><li>Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.</li><li>Advanced Excel capability.</li><li>Experience turning large volumes of data into meaningful, actionable insight.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>The confidence to challenge constructively and ask the right questions.</li><li>A proactive, self-starting approach with a genuine interest in improving how things are done.</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMTI4ODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-20T16:33:01Z

Treasury, Tax & Working Capital Manager

Bridgend, Bridgend
remote
Permanent
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Talent Solutions are exclusively hiring for a Treasury, Tax & Working Capital ManagerTreasury, Tax & Working Capital ManagerLocation: Bridgend, Wales (Hybrid: 3 days on site, 2 days remote) Salary: Competitive + 10% bonus + comprehensive benefits package Reports to: Chief Financial OfficerAbout the RoleAre you a hand-on, senior finance professional looking to build and shape a critical capability?As our Treasury, Tax & Working Capital Manager, you will transition our informal finance processes into a resilient, documented, and fully controlled function. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will take full ownership of cash forecasting, the FX hedging programme, credit insurance, and the end-to-end working-capital cycle.This role is ideal for a qualified accountant with deep cash management exposure, including experienced Financial Controllers or Heads of Finance looking for a high-impact position. Technical tax preparation (such as transfer pricing and R&D claims) is outsourced to external advisers; your focus will be on leading tax governance and managing these strategic adviser relationships.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Cash Management (12.5%): Build and run the rolling 13-week cash forecast and daily cash positioning to establish active cash management as a standard discipline.</li><li>FX & Hedging (7.5%): Manage and fully document the FX hedging programme against contracted currency exposures and committed payables, including year-end fair-value treatment.</li><li>Working Capital & Team Leadership: Drive the end-to-end working-capital cycle. You will partner closely with Procurement and provide direct leadership to the Group Credit Controller to optimise the collection side of the cash-conversion cycle.</li><li>Tax Governance: Own the governance, risk management, and strategic relationships with external tax advisers.</li><li>Process Resilience: Transition informal, key-person dependencies into structured, documented, and scalable financial disciplines.</li></ul>What We Are Looking For<ul><li>Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).</li><li>Experience: Proven, hands-on experience in cash management, treasury operations, and working capital cycles.</li><li>Skills: Strong business-partnering capabilities, excellent documentation skills, and experience managing small teams or direct reports (like Credit Control).</li><li>Mindset: A proactive builder who enjoys creating order, documenting processes, and establishing robust governance.</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Financial Reward: Competitive salary plus a performance-related 10% bonus.</li><li>Retirement & Security: 8% company pension contribution and comprehensive life assurance.</li><li>Time Off: 25 days annual leave plus all statutory bank holidays.</li><li>Health & Wellbeing: Paid sick pay and an active cycle-to-work scheme.</li><li>Culture: Regular company events and a collaborative, hybrid working environment.</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjU5MjM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-01T10:25:50Z

Financial Controller

Cardiff, Cardiff
remote
Permanent
80000 - 95000 GBP / Yearly
High‑Impact & Highly Visible Financial Controller Role Location: Cardiff | Hybrid (3 days office)Exclusive with Robert HalfPermanent Contract | ASAP StartRobert Half is exclusively partnering with a high-growth, purpose-led infrastructure organisation to appoint a Financial Controller.This is a rare opportunity to join a business at a pivotal stage of its growth journey, playing a key role in supporting large-scale investment, strategic decision-making and long-term expansion plans.Working closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders, the Financial Controller will take ownership of all financial reporting, controls, compliance and commercial finance activities whilst leading a finance team.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, including the Board, investors and project teams.</li><li>Deliver insightful financial analysis, reporting and commentary to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all statutory, tax, regulatory and investment partnership obligations.</li><li>Own the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.</li><li>Prepare and present monthly management accounts, budget variance analysis and performance reporting.</li><li>Oversee VAT returns, supplier payments and financial controls.</li><li>Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and manage the external audit process.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and controls.</li><li>Develop and maintain finance policies and procedures.</li><li>Partner with the Group CFO and wider finance team on growth initiatives, M&A activity and capital raising projects.</li><li>Prepare financial submissions required under industry regulatory frameworks.</li></ul> About You<ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified accountant</li><li>Experience in Construction, Energy, Infrastructure or Project environments</li><li>Strong technical accounting background</li><li>Excellent financial modelling and forecasting skills</li><li>Commercially minded with the ability to influence decision making</li><li>Strong leadership and people management experience</li></ul>This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance leader seeking a highly visible role within an organisation making significant long-term investments in the region.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FybGllLldpbGxpYW1zLjA0MzA3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-07-24T06:51:59Z

Financial Controller

Bridgend, Bridgend
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Financial Controller for a flourishing manufacturing organisation near Bridgend. Finance Controller Finance Controller | Manufacturing | Permanent | £75,000 plus bonus + Benefits Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with an established and successful manufacturing business to recruit a Finance Controller. This is a key, autonomous position reporting directly to the Head of Accounting, offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of financial reporting, controls, compliance and business performance. This is a challenging and varied role where no two days will be the same. You will play a central role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the company's financial information, while partnering with senior stakeholders to drive financial performance and continuous improvement. Experience within a complex manufacturing environment is essential. The Role As Finance Controller, you will lead the company's financial activities and oversee the controls, processes and reporting frameworks that underpin the Finance function. Key responsibilities will include: Leading the month-end management accounts process, ensuring group deadlines are met and all balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled.Preparing accurate P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting for management.Producing monthly board reports, providing insightful commentary on business performance.Leading the annual budgeting and forecasting process, coordinating timelines and challenging assumptions.Monitoring and analysing budget variances and identifying opportunities to improve financial performance.Acting as a trusted finance business partner to departmental heads, challenging costs and driving accountability.Developing, embedding and continuously improving financial policies, controls, processes and procedures.Identifying and leading finance systems and process improvements to increase efficiency and reporting quality.Managing purchase ledger and sales ledger activities, ensuring strong credit control and supplier payment processes.Driving working capital improvements, including challenging inventory levels across both sites.Overseeing cash flow and payments, reviewing forecasts and ensuring appropriate cash availability.Leading year-end audit activity and working closely with external auditors and tax advisers.Overseeing VAT, Plastic Tax, EPR, PAYE, P11D and Corporation Tax processes and ensuring all statutory obligations are met.Ensuring compliance with UK legislation and regulatory requirements.Working closely with the Group payroll team to ensure payroll accuracy and deadlines are achieved.Coaching, developing and supporting the Finance team to improve performance and capability.Providing financial leadership across the wider business and taking ownership of ad hoc finance projects.About You We are looking for a confident, commercially minded Finance Controller who can operate autonomously while building strong relationships across the business. You will ideally bring: A professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or significant relevant experience.Proven experience of management accounts, monthly P&L reporting, cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting.Previous experience managing or coordinating external audit processes.Essential experience within a manufacturing environment.Strong knowledge of financial controls, policies and compliance frameworks.A continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to challenge existing processes and identify practical improvements.Strong analytical and data-handling skills, with confidence using financial systems and Excel.Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUPs; experience with macros would be advantageous.Strong leadership and people-management skills, with a coaching-led approach.Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence senior colleagues.Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure and to tight deadlines.A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.Why Join? This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take a high-impact role within an established manufacturing business, working closely with senior leadership and having genuine influence over financial performance, controls and continuous improvement. If you're an experienced Finance Controller looking for your next challenge and have a strong manufacturing background, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more. #FinanceController #FinancialController #FinanceJobs #AccountingJobs #Manufacturing #ManufacturingJobs #ManagementAccounts #FinanceLeadership #ACA #ACCA #CIMA #RobertHalfRobert 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjY5NjU0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-20T09:20:12Z