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7 results for Payroll Manager in Abertawe, Swansea

Management Accountant
  • Cardiff, Cardiff
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 52000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p></p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>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.</p><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><p>The business is open to applications from:</p><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 &amp; 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><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuNjMwMjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-09-06T14:35:50Z
Payroll Officer
  • Blackwood, Caerphilly
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 30000 - 32000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Payroll Officer</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Blackwood<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £28,000 - £30,000<br /> <strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Full time</p><p><strong>Take the next step in your payroll career</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for a role where your attention to detail, payroll expertise and ability to deliver accurate results are genuinely valued?</p><p>We're delighted to be recruiting for a <strong>Payroll Officer</strong> on behalf of a well-established organisation based in <strong>Blackwood</strong>.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a <strong>supportive, established team</strong> and take ownership of the payroll process from start to finish. You'll play an important role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, while providing a professional and responsive payroll service across the organisation.</p><p>If you're confident managing payroll, enjoy working with detail and take pride in getting things right, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>As Payroll Officer, you'll take responsibility for the <strong>end-to-end monthly payroll process</strong>, ensuring payroll is accurate, timely and fully compliant with current legislation and company procedures.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Processing monthly payroll from start to finish.</li><li>Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee payroll records.</li><li>Processing starters, leavers, salary changes and contractual amendments.</li><li>Calculating PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions and other deductions.</li><li>Processing statutory payments, including SSP and SMP where applicable.</li><li>Responding to payroll queries and resolving issues promptly and professionally.</li><li>Completing payroll reconciliations and investigating and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Preparing payroll reports and supporting statutory submissions.</li><li>Liaising with HMRC, pension providers and other relevant third parties.</li><li>Supporting payroll year-end activities, including the production of P60s.</li><li>Keeping up to date with changes to payroll legislation and ensuring ongoing compliance.</li><li>Handling sensitive employee information with the highest level of confidentiality.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for a <strong>reliable, organised and detail-focused payroll professional</strong> who is comfortable working to deadlines and taking ownership of their workload.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience working in a payroll role, with <strong>end-to-end payroll experience</strong> highly desirable.</li><li>A strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance and workplace pensions.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and a consistently high level of accuracy.</li><li>Strong organisational and time-management skills.</li><li>The ability to prioritise effectively and manage competing deadlines.</li><li>Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Experience using payroll software and Microsoft Excel.</li><li>A professional, discreet and confidential approach to sensitive employee information.</li></ul><p>A recognised payroll qualification, such as <strong>CIPP</strong>, would be advantageous but is <strong>not essential</strong>.</p><p><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>£28,000 - £30,000 salary</strong></li><li>The opportunity to join a <strong>well-established organisation</strong>.</li><li>A <strong>supportive and collaborative team environment</strong>.</li><li>The opportunity to take ownership of an important payroll function.</li><li>A chance to <strong>develop and progress your payroll career</strong> within an established organisation.</li></ul><p><strong>Ready for your next payroll opportunity?</strong></p><p>If you're an experienced Payroll Officer looking for a role where you can use your expertise, take ownership and become a valued member of an established team, <strong>we'd love to hear from you</strong>.</p><p><strong>Apply today to be considered for this Payroll Officer opportunity in Blackwood.</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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS44OTY2Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-10-01T15:15:07Z
HR Manager
  • Swansea, Swansea
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 40000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p></p><h1>HR Manager</h1><p>- Swansea-based</p><p>- 16 Hours per Week (Flexible Working Pattern)<br /><br /></p><h2>Join Our Team</h2><p>We're looking for an experienced and proactive <strong>HR Manager</strong> to join the business.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional seeking a flexible, part-time role where they can make a real impact. You'll work closely with leadership and employees across the business, providing practical HR support and helping ensure people processes run smoothly and effectively.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>As HR Manager, you will be responsible for providing a broad range of generalist HR support, including:</p><ul><li>Advising managers and employees on HR policies and procedures</li><li>Managing employee relations matters, including absence, disciplinary and grievance cases</li><li>Supporting recruitment and onboarding activities</li><li>Maintaining and updating HR records and documentation</li><li>Assisting with performance management processes</li><li>Supporting employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives</li><li>Ensuring HR practices remain compliant with current UK employment legislation</li><li>Contributing to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>We're looking for someone who:</p><ul><li>Has proven UK HR experience in a generalist HR role</li><li>Is confident managing employee relations cases independently</li><li>Has a sound understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices</li><li>Is organised, professional and able to manage competing priorities</li><li>Builds strong relationships and communicates effectively at all levels</li><li>Takes a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach</li></ul><p><strong>CIPD qualification is not essential.</strong> We are primarily looking for someone with the right experience, knowledge and approach.</p><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Flexible 16-hour working week</li><li>12-month fixed-term contract</li><li>Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a supportive business</li><li>Swansea-based role</li><li>Collaborative and professional working environment</li></ul><h2>Interested?</h2><p>If you're an experienced HR professional looking for a flexible part-time opportunity and have strong UK HR experience, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply today to find out more.</strong></p><br><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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS4xMzA3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-09-28T10:24:23Z
Company Accountant
  • Neath, Neath Port Talbot
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking an Accountant in the Neath Port Talbot area.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Company Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Fully On-Site Salary: Up to £40,000 + Benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a well-established manufacturing business in Neath to recruit a <strong>Company Accountant</strong>. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant to take ownership of the finance function for a £5m division within a successful and growing organisation.</p><p>This role would suit an individual who enjoys a broad finance position, combining financial reporting, cost accounting, transactional finance oversight, and business partnering within a manufacturing environment.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Company Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, producing timely management information, and ensuring compliance across the division's financial operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Control &amp; Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the month-end close process and prepare accurate monthly management accounts, including P&amp;L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting.</li><li>Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and month-end journals including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation.</li><li>Support the production of reporting packs and KPI reporting for senior management.</li></ul><p><strong>Manufacturing &amp; Cost Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain standard costing and job costing processes across products and production runs.</li><li>Monitor and reconcile inventory valuations, including raw materials and work-in-progress.</li><li>Analyse cost of sales and overhead variances.</li><li>Support commercial decision-making through accurate product costing information.</li></ul><p><strong>Transactional Finance</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control activities.</li><li>Process payroll payments or manage the outsourced payroll provider, including PAYE and pension payments.</li><li>Manage daily banking activities, payment runs, and cash flow monitoring.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and intercompany balances.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance &amp; Statutory Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and submit VAT returns.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register and capital expenditure records.</li><li>Ensure compliance with HMRC and Companies House filing requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support senior management with financial analysis and ad hoc information requests.</li><li>Provide occasional cover for time and attendance administration.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>AAT qualified or qualified by experience with a strong accounting background.</li><li>Previous experience working in a standalone finance role or a small finance team.</li><li>Strong understanding of UK accounting standards, VAT, and payroll compliance.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience using accounting systems.</li><li>High levels of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to work effectively with remote teams and wider business functions.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary &amp; Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to <strong>£40,000</strong></li><li><strong>3% Pension</strong></li><li><strong>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</strong></li><li>Fully on-site role based in <strong>Neath</strong></li><li>Working hours:</li><ul><li>Monday to Thursday: <strong>8:00am to 4:30pm</strong></li><li>Friday: <strong>8:00am to 3:30pm</strong></li></ul></ul><p><strong>Apply Now</strong></p><p>If you're looking for a varied and hands-on accounting role within a successful manufacturing business where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjkyMjMzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-09-21T16:57:41Z
Assistant Accountant
  • Cardiff, Cardiff
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p> </p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a well-established manufacturing business in Cardiff to recruit an Assistant <strong>Accountant</strong>. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this is an excellent opportunity for a part qualified</p><p>This role would suit an individual who enjoys a broad finance position, combining financial reporting, cost accounting, transactional finance oversight, and business partnering within a manufacturing environment.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Company Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, producing timely management information, and ensuring compliance across the division's financial operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Control &amp; Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Assisting the month-end close process and prepare accurate monthly management accounts, including P&amp;L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting.</li><li>Assisting the general ledger, chart of accounts, and month-end journals including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation.</li><li>Support the production of reporting packs and KPI reporting for senior management.</li></ul><p><strong>Manufacturing &amp; Cost Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Analyse cost of sales and overhead variances.</li></ul><p><strong>Transactional Finance</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control activities.</li><li>Process payroll payments or manage the outsourced payroll provider, including PAYE and pension payments.</li><li>Manage daily banking activities, payment runs, and cash flow monitoring.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and intercompany balances.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>AAT qualified or part qualified with a strong accounting background.</li><li>High levels of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or production environment.</li><li>Previous experience using Sage line 50</li></ul><p>Salary &amp; Benefits Salary up to £40,000 3% Pension 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Fully on-site role based in Cardiff</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjk0OTY1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-09-28T10:07:17Z
HR Business Partner
  • Swansea, Swansea
  • remote
  • Contract
  • - GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>HR Business Partner</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Swansea <br /> Hours: Part Time</strong></p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>As HR Business Partner, you will act as a trusted adviser to leaders and managers, providing pragmatic and commercially focused HR guidance across the full employee lifecycle. You will take ownership of key HR processes and initiatives while ensuring that our people practices remain compliant, consistent and aligned with organisational values.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>HR Business Partnering:</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with senior leaders and managers to understand business priorities and translate them into effective people strategies and actions.</li><li>Provide trusted, commercially focused advice across a broad range of people matters.</li><li>Support organisational development, workforce planning and organisational change.</li><li>Identify people-related risks and opportunities and develop practical solutions.</li><li>Use people data and insight to support informed business and workforce decisions.</li><li>Challenge and coach leaders where appropriate, helping them build strong, engaged and high-performing teams.</li><li>Contribute to the development and implementation of the wider People &amp; Culture strategy.</li></ul><p><strong>Employee Relations &amp; HR Advisory:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including performance, absence, disciplinary, grievance and capability issues.</li><li>Coach managers through complex and sensitive employee situations and difficult conversations.</li><li>Support the fair, consistent and legally compliant resolution of workplace issues.</li><li>Investigate employee concerns and workplace conflicts where required.</li><li>Ensure appropriate action is taken in relation to harassment, discrimination, inappropriate behaviour and other employee concerns.</li><li>Maintain a balanced approach that considers both employee wellbeing and business requirements.</li><li>Keep up to date with UK employment legislation and ensure HR practices reflect current requirements and best practice.</li><li>HR Operations &amp; Compliance</li><li>Oversee and continuously improve HR processes across the employee lifecycle.</li><li>Ensure employment contracts, policies, procedures and employee documentation remain accurate, compliant and fit for purpose.</li><li>Review and develop HR policies and the employee handbook as required.</li><li>Ensure HR processes are consistently applied across the organisation.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and HR data in the HRIS.</li><li>Ensure HR activities comply with GDPR and other relevant legislation.</li><li>Develop and implement HR procedures and SOPs that improve consistency, efficiency and employee experience.</li></ul><p><strong>Talent, Performance &amp; Development:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and support effective performance management and development processes.</li><li>Work with managers to identify talent, capability gaps and development priorities.</li><li>Support succession planning for key roles and help mitigate people-related business risks.</li><li>Develop and implement learning and development initiatives aligned with business and employee needs.</li><li>Support career development and internal progression opportunities.</li><li>Contribute to the development of competency frameworks and talent management processes.</li><li>Support managers in creating clear objectives, providing effective feedback and developing their people.</li></ul><p><strong>Recruitment &amp; Workforce Planning:</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with managers on workforce planning and recruitment requirements.</li><li>Support effective end-to-end recruitment processes and ensure a high-quality candidate experience.</li><li>Provide advice on organisational structures, roles and responsibilities.</li><li>Support succession planning and contingency planning for critical positions.</li><li>Ensure new employees receive a consistent and engaging onboarding experience.</li></ul><p><strong>Engagement, Culture &amp; Employee Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Drive initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, wellbeing and organisational culture.</li><li>Support engagement surveys and translate feedback into meaningful action plans.</li><li>Work with leaders to build a positive, inclusive and collaborative working environment.</li><li>Support employee communications and people-focused initiatives.</li><li>Promote a culture based on trust, respect, fairness, accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support employee events and initiatives that strengthen connection and engagement across the organisation.</li></ul><p><strong>HR Systems, Data &amp; Projects:</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of HRIS processes and ensure data quality and integrity.</li><li>Support the implementation and development of HR systems, processes and reporting.</li><li>Use HR data and analytics to identify trends and inform people decisions.</li><li>Lead or contribute to key People &amp; Culture projects.</li><li>Work with the wider HR team on the implementation of group-wide HR initiatives, policies and processes.</li><li>Continuously identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the HR function.</li></ul><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/THVuYS5QZXNjZS42MjQ0NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-09-22T09:29:16Z
Financial Controller
  • Bridgend, Bridgend
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 75000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Financial Controller for a flourishing manufacturing organisation near Bridgend.</p><p><strong>Finance Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Finance Controller | Manufacturing | Permanent | £90,000 plus bonus + Benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with an established and successful manufacturing business to recruit a <strong>Finance Controller</strong>. 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.</p><p>This is a <strong>challenging and varied role</strong> 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.</p><p>Experience within a <strong>complex manufacturing environment is essential</strong>.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Finance Controller, you will lead the company's financial activities and oversee the controls, processes and reporting frameworks that underpin the Finance function.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Leading the month-end management accounts process, ensuring group deadlines are met and all balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled.</li><li>Preparing accurate P&amp;L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting for management.</li><li>Producing monthly board reports, providing insightful commentary on business performance.</li><li>Leading the annual budgeting and forecasting process, coordinating timelines and challenging assumptions.</li><li>Monitoring and analysing budget variances and identifying opportunities to improve financial performance.</li><li>Acting as a trusted finance business partner to departmental heads, challenging costs and driving accountability.</li><li>Developing, embedding and continuously improving financial policies, controls, processes and procedures.</li><li>Identifying and leading finance systems and process improvements to increase efficiency and reporting quality.</li><li>Managing purchase ledger and sales ledger activities, ensuring strong credit control and supplier payment processes.</li><li>Driving working capital improvements, including challenging inventory levels across both sites.</li><li>Overseeing cash flow and payments, reviewing forecasts and ensuring appropriate cash availability.</li><li>Leading year-end audit activity and working closely with external auditors and tax advisers.</li><li>Overseeing VAT, Plastic Tax, EPR, PAYE, P11D and Corporation Tax processes and ensuring all statutory obligations are met.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with UK legislation and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Working closely with the Group payroll team to ensure payroll accuracy and deadlines are achieved.</li><li>Coaching, developing and supporting the Finance team to improve performance and capability.</li><li>Providing financial leadership across the wider business and taking ownership of ad hoc finance projects.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for a confident, commercially minded Finance Controller who can operate autonomously while building strong relationships across the business.</p><p>You will ideally bring:</p><ul><li>A professional accountancy qualification (<strong>ACA, ACCA or CIMA</strong>) or significant relevant experience.</li><li>Proven experience of management accounts, monthly P&amp;L reporting, cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting.</li><li>Previous experience managing or coordinating external audit processes.</li><li><strong>Essential experience within a manufacturing environment.</strong></li><li>Strong knowledge of financial controls, policies and compliance frameworks.</li><li>A continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to challenge existing processes and identify practical improvements.</li><li>Strong analytical and data-handling skills, with confidence using financial systems and Excel.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUPs; experience with macros would be advantageous.</li><li>Strong leadership and people-management skills, with a coaching-led approach.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence senior colleagues.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure and to tight deadlines.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take a <strong>high-impact role within an established manufacturing business</strong>, working closely with senior leadership and having genuine influence over financial performance, controls and continuous improvement.</p><p>If you're an experienced Finance Controller looking for your next challenge and have a strong manufacturing background, <strong>we'd love to hear from you.</strong></p><p><strong>Apply now to find out more.</strong></p><p>#FinanceController #FinancialController #FinanceJobs #AccountingJobs #Manufacturing #ManufacturingJobs #ManagementAccounts #FinanceLeadership #ACA #ACCA #CIMA #RobertHalf</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjMwNzM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-09-08T08:36:42Z