<p>Robert Half is recruiting a <strong>Project Cost Accountant</strong> for our client in East Hertfordshire, on a 9-12 month Fixed Term Contract basis</p><p>The position of <strong>Project Cost Accountant</strong> will be varied and focus on the following;</p><p><strong>Cost Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver large‑scale cost accounting analysis across major grant programmes, providing deep insight into programme performance, cost drivers and value for money.</li><li>Be the technical subject matter expert for cost accounting methodology, validating assumptions for strategic planning. with technical support to some elements of Investment Accounting.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting and Performance Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Be part of the development team for a suite of financial performance metrics in line with best practice. This will include cost allocation methodologies and balanced scorecard elements aligned to strategic reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Planning and Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Support the preparation of financial forecasts and scenario modelling.</li><li>Engage with the leadership team to deliver a shared understanding of future expenditure, including scenario modelling and cost‑based forecasting</li><li>Providing high quality financial insights to support the preparation of business cases within the organisation for capital and revenue grant initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver high quality data analytics and reporting that drive evidence-based decision making</li><li>Provide insight into programme performance and cost efficiency</li><li>Help maintain and improving an open and high performing culture focused on beneficiaries</li></ul><p><strong>Other</strong></p><ul><li>Recognised CCAB Accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).</li><li>In depth understanding of and practical experience in cost accounting and overhead allocation in complex organisations, delivering quality cost analysis at scale</li><li>Preparation of financial business cases in competing resource environments.</li><li>Periodic reporting, budget and forecast preparation with variance analysis and commentary.</li><li>Experience, or understanding, of Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft Fabric, with the ability to build dashboards, manage certified data-sets, and contribute to governed reporting environments.</li><li>Sage 200 accounting package experience desirable.</li><li>Microsoft Excel - advanced level.</li><li>Previous experience of influencing decision making at a senior level through technical expertise.</li><li>A collaborative working style</li></ul><p>The position of <strong>Project Cost Accountant </strong>will be hired on an FTC basis and will be paying competitively with excellent benefits . This is an urgent requirement. </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/amFtZXMuZWxsaXMuNjMzMjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is recruiting for a Financial Accountant for our client in NW London, on an interim basis for up to 6 months</p><p>The position of Financial Accountant will be varied and focus on the following skills</p><ul><li>Statutory Accounts</li><li>Lead and complete audits and reports for 3-4 European entities</li><li>Strong technical knowledge</li><li>Inter-company reconciliations</li><li>UK and US GAAP</li><li>Qualified Accountant</li></ul><p>The position for Financial Accountant will be hired on a hybrid working basis and will be paying competitively via daily rate, with a view of starting asap </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/amFtZXMuZWxsaXMuNTE2ODEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Accountant on behalf of a Growing Manufacturing business with offices in Bedford</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Accountant you will support the Financial Controller and Commercial/Operations team by assisting with core Financial and Management Accounting, AP, AR and Payroll. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li><strong>Statutory Accounts and IFRS Compliance </strong></li><li><strong>Corporation tax and VAT </strong></li><li><strong>Management of R+D </strong></li><li><strong>Payroll Processing </strong></li><li><strong>Audit Management </strong></li><li><strong>Accruals and Prepayments </strong></li><li><strong>Driving process improvement for the business </strong></li><li><strong>Management of the Accounts Payable Process </strong></li><li><strong>Supplier Management</strong></li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will ideally be an experienced accountant from transactional processing through to assisting or managing the Financial Accounting process and Part ACCA or CIMA Qualified. This is an excellent development opportunity with an exciting and interesting business looking for exponential growth in the next few years.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Accountant in Bedford is working on a Hybrid basis and with excellent culture and benefits and paying a salary of £35-45K DOE</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNzY0NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Site Accountant - Manufacturing SME<br />Location: Aston | Salary: Up to £50,000<br /><br />Are you a hands-on finance professional ready to own the numbers for a manufacturing site that's #1 in finance? Our SME is looking for a Site Accountant who can combine day-to-day transactional work with strategic business partnering to make a real impact.<br /><br /><strong>What you'll do:</strong><br /><br />Own site accounts from start to finish - preparation, reporting, and accuracy<br />Manage all transactional finance processes efficiently<br />Partner with the General Manager, providing insight to support commercial decisions<br />Be the go-to finance expert on site, helping drive business performance<br /><br /><strong>What we're looking for:</strong><br /><br />Solid manufacturing finance experience, ideally in an SME<br />Skilled in accounts preparation and transactional finance<br />Confident, proactive, and commercially minded<br />Excellent communicator who can translate numbers into action<br /><br /><strong>Why this role stands out:</strong><br /><br />Work in a site that leads the way in finance<br />Take ownership of a critical finance function<br />Join a supportive, dynamic SME team</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/Q2FpdGxpbi5TbWl0aC44NjUzMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a highly respected charitable organisation to recruit a Management Accountant. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making through high-quality financial insight.</p><p>Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will lead budgeting, forecasting and management reporting, acting as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders. You will help embed best-in-class financial planning, support continuous improvement and play a key role in developing the organisation's analytics and impact measurement capability.</p><p><strong> </strong><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting process, reforecasts and scenario modelling.</li><li>Produce monthly and quarterly management accounts with clear variance analysis and commentary.</li><li>Develop financial reporting and performance metrics, including cost allocations and balanced scorecard measures.</li><li>Support forecasting, business cases and investment decisions across programmes and initiatives.</li><li>Provide insightful analysis of income, expenditure and value for money.</li><li>Support payroll, headcount planning and employment cost modelling.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, systems and reporting.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>Your Experience</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Strong background in management reporting, budgeting and forecasting.</li><li>Proven finance business partnering with senior and non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>Working knowledge of Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Sage 200 and advanced Excel.</li><li>Collaborative, improvement-focused approach.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Charity or not-for-profit experience.</li><li>Exposure to value-for-money analysis, impact measurement or business case preparation.</li><li>Experience with ERP / ERM systems.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>Up to £65,000 plus an excellent benefits package.</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjg3ODAyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Duties are as follows:</strong></p><p>* Preparing income statements, balance sheets and other financial documents</p><p>* Maintain cashbooks, purchase and sales ledgers</p><p>* Preparation of payments and bank transfers to creditors and other payments arising.</p><p>* Dealing with credit control queries</p><p>* Assist in budgeting, forecasting and royalties processing</p><p>* Preparation of monthly reconciliations for P+L and BS</p><p>* Completing work for the annual external audits with support from the Finance manager.</p><p>* Creating and maintaining PowerBI reports analysing the company's performance which will support department heads in vital decision making.</p><p>* Preparation of monthly management accounts</p><p>* Supporting the Finance Director and Finance Manager on any ad hoc reporting or projects as they arise from time to time</p><p> </p><p><strong data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">What they will offer:</strong><br /><strong>Salary</strong>: up to £53,000 (depending on experience) + Full Study Support if required (ACCA,ACA or CIMA)<br /><strong>Hybrid Working</strong>: Mon - Thur office based - Friday WFH<br /><strong>Flexi Hours</strong>: 9am - 5:30pm<br /><strong>Holiday:</strong> 25 days + Bank Holidays + 3 day closure during Christmas<br /><strong>Additional Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Friday summer finishes</li><li>Subsidised office canteen</li><li>Up to 40% employee discount </li><li>£350 towards music event tickets </li><li>Private medical & dental insurance</li><li>10% pension contribution</li><li>Modern office space with rooftop terrace and bar</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/VGFpamEuQnJ5YW4uNzM2MzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="265" data-start="154"><strong data-end="187" data-start="154">Interim Management Accountant</strong><br data-start="187" / data-end="190"> <strong data-start="190" data-end="213">Huntingdon (Hybrid)</strong><br data-end="216" / data-start="213"> <strong data-start="216" data-end="265">12-month FTC | £45,000 - £55,000 | ASAP start</strong></p><p data-start="267" data-end="494">Robert Half is partnering with a well-established organisation based in <strong data-start="339" data-end="353">Huntingdon</strong> to recruit an <strong data-start="368" data-end="401">Interim Management Accountant</strong> on a <strong data-start="407" data-end="439">12-month fixed-term contract</strong> to cover maternity leave through to <strong data-start="476" data-end="493">December 2026</strong>.</p><p data-end="759" data-start="496">This is a <strong data-end="523" data-start="506">hands-on role</strong> within a busy, multi-entity finance function, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to add real value during a key period. 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You enjoy working with stakeholders across the business and translating financial data into meaningful insight.</p><h3 data-start="2079" data-end="2099">Key Requirements</h3><ul data-end="2452" data-start="2100"><li data-end="2165" data-start="2100"><p data-end="2165" data-start="2102">Strong understanding of <strong data-end="2137" data-start="2126">UK GAAP</strong> and management accounting</p></li><li data-start="2166" data-end="2234"><p data-end="2234" data-start="2168">Proven experience producing <strong data-end="2232" data-start="2196">high-quality management accounts</strong></p></li><li data-end="2297" data-start="2235"><p data-end="2297" data-start="2237">Advanced <strong data-start="2246" data-end="2255">Excel</strong> skills (pivot tables, complex formulas)</p></li><li data-start="2298" data-end="2363"><p data-start="2300" data-end="2363">Experience managing accruals, prepayments and reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="2392" data-start="2364"><p data-end="2392" data-start="2366">Audit support experience</p></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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjcxOTIwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant on behalf of a Manufacturing business with offices in Luton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Assistant Accountant you will report to the Finance Manager and take responsibility for core transactional duties for the business including Payroll. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Preparing the monthly payroll file for the external payroll bureau to process the payroll</li><li>Preparing the month end payroll journal and reconciliations</li><li>Reconciliation of commission/bonus payments through Payroll for Sales staff</li><li>Preparation of P11D statements</li><li>Management of staff credit card and cash expenses from start to finish</li><li>Assisting the Finance Manager with month-end preparation and reporting of the accounts</li><li>Assisting with financial accounting duties including non-payroll journals, accruals, and prepayment schedule preparation and posting to ERP system</li><li>Assisting Finance Manager with quarterly VAT computation</li><li>Assisting with year-end audit preparation</li><li>Assisting the Finance Manager with any ad hoc duties and projects</li><li>Support the purchase ledger function</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be AAT Qualified or starting to study ACCA/CIMA looking for a new development opportunity within a changing and successful organisation. Experience of Payroll alongside transactional duties is critical - as is the ability to work in a detailed fashion across Excel.</p><p>Company</p><p>The Business is a leader in its field and working through change externally in their market and internally through a restructuring of finance. Role of Assistant Accountant is critical in this ongoing change and development.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Assistant Accountant in Luton is paying £28-35K + Benefits and is working on a 5 days week basis in the office with flexibility after probation </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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTk1NDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>ACCOUNTS MANAGER - 6 MONTH FTC - UP TO £39,906 - CAMBRIDGE - HYBRID </strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to assist a renowned client who are looking for an Accounts Manager to cover a 6 month secondment offering hybrid working and up to £39,906!</p><p>The postholder, reporting to the Department Finance Manager, will provide support to the finance team across the general ledger and research grants functions.</p><p><strong>Things to know: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Job Title:</strong> Accounts Manager</li><li><strong>Salary</strong>: £33,951 - £39,906</li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Cambridge</li><li><strong>Working pattern</strong>: hybrid - 2 days onsite, rest working from home</li><li><strong>Assignment</strong> length: 6 months</li><li><strong>Start date</strong>: ASAP</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Provide accounts management services to the department, ranging from day-to-day query resolution up to (but not limited to) supporting the month-end and year-end processes.</li><li>Monitor and reconcile general ledger accounts ensuring budget holders manage their resources efficiently and effectively.</li><li>Discuss budget details with the Finance Manager and other senior staff, identify and explain potential problems.</li><li>Explain financially technical information to non-financial staff.</li><li>Liaise with Principal Investigators regarding their budgets, forecasts for expenditure and any pipeline grant applications.</li><li>Understand the potentially complex terms and conditions of different funders or programmes and apply them to budgets and expenditures, providing advice surrounding this.</li><li>Support research grant applications when required, including costing projects/grants for senior staff.</li><li>Assist with the collection of debts, dealing with queries as soon as they arise.</li><li>Identify areas for process improvements within the finance team and assist with their implementation.</li><li>Line Management of 2-3 staff, setting priorities and allocating tasks.</li><li>Deputise for the Finance Manager.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul><li>Formal qualification to bachelor's degree level or AAT Level 4 (or equivalent).</li><li>Demonstrable experience working in a busy accounts environment.</li><li>Strong IT skills, including Excel and Microsoft Office packages.</li><li>Experience managing or supporting general ledger and financial processes.</li><li>Ability to work to strict deadlines and prioritise workload effectively.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMjUwNTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Part Time Financial Controller on behalf of an SME Group of Service Companies.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Part Time Financial Controller you will take responsibility for all core reporting, financial and management accounting, payroll and systems and process development for this interesting and developing group of companies. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Monitoring of day to day finance</li><li>Preparation of the financial and management accounts</li><li>Maintenance of accounts on Xero</li><li>Payroll Management</li><li>Performance insights and reporting into senior management</li><li>Consolidated reporting</li><li>Intercompany reporting</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with previous end to end finance controlling experience across core accounts, payroll and systems development and looking for a Part Time 3-4 days a week role that is largely remote. This is an excellent opportunity for someone coming back into the work environment or for an experienced accountant who may have an additional portfolio fo clients and can spent some time Permanently on a Part Time basis with an interesting and successful client.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Part Time Financial Controller is largely based Remotely and looking at paying a FTE salary of £60-70K</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMzEyOTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a specialist Research Organisation with offices in Hertfordshire - easily commutable from Harpenden, St Albans, Luton, Hemel and surroundings.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will report to the FD and work <strong>closely with department heads and contribute to cross functional initiatives that enable effective financial management to aid organisational performance</strong>. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Lead the preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns</li><li>Oversee the timely and accurate processing of purchase invoices, payment requests, and expense claims.</li><li>Ensure monthly bank reconciliations are completed and that intercompany accounts are reconciled as part of the month end close process.</li><li>Lead the production of monthly management accounts for the Business and support the FD in preparing the annual organisational budget.</li><li>Production of annual report and accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards</li><li>Leadership of month end process and production and presentation of management accounts</li><li>Regular financial reporting to the Executive Board</li><li>Use financial information to give recommendations on key business decisions</li><li>Leadership of the Procurement Team</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with extensive experience leading on the production of draft statutory accounts and internal management accounts. Deep experience & knowledge in financial accounting, reporting and control. This is an excellent senior opportunity to work within an organisation that can affect the wider world and community</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller in Herfordshire is working 3 days a week in the office and offering a salary of £70-75K</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDI3MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of a Specialist Manufacturing Business based in Berkhamstead</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Management Accountant you will work with the Head of Finance and play a key role in delivering pertinent and timely management information to the various stakeholders, as well as providing daily operational support within the Finance department. The team is new and developing therefore alongside your accounting responsibilities, you will be responsible for supporting and managing the finance team. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Directly manage, nurture, and develop the UK finance team, promoting skills growth and teamwork.</li><li>Balance sheet ownership, including cashbook, fixed assets, prepayments, and accruals.</li><li>Processing and payments of Staff Expenses and Credit Card transactions</li><li>Monthly P&L and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Preparation and review of supplier payment runs for approval.</li><li>Management Accounting, both existing and developing new reports as the business grows</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting and, cash flow forecasting</li><li>Prepare VAT returns</li><li>Supporting and mentoring other members of the team, particularly in AR and AP</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ideally with experience within another Manufacturing organisation with strong team management and with strong interpersonal and communication skills. This is an excellent development opportunity within a fast growing manufacturing organisation with consistent year on year growth.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Finance Manager is working 5 days in the office in Berkhamstead with some flexibility from time to time and offering a salary of £45-60K + Benefits</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMzY4MTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Finance Manager to work for a technology company based in London for a 3 month contract.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.</li><li>Lead intercompany accounting and ensure accurate timely multi entity reporting, including supporting process build out for our new German entity.</li><li>Oversee payroll and benefits processing, incl. commissions, pensions, payroll journals and annual submissions - BIK, P11D/PSA. Experience with US payroll is highly beneficial.</li><li>Manage UK and German VAT returns and regulatory submissions, alongside US tax submission.</li><li>Oversee Accounts Payable, payment runs, and expenses, while driving improvements to streamline and speed up AP processes.</li><li>Maintain and strengthen financial controls and cash flow visibility, while scaling month‑end processes.</li><li>Partner with teams across the business to improve cross-functional processes and support operational decisions.</li><li>Support system enhancements and automation initiatives, to streamline workflows.</li></ul><p><strong>Details:</strong></p><ul><li>3 months with potential to extend</li><li>3 days in the office</li><li>Must have Xero</li><li>£300-400 umbrella</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/SGFubmFoLlN6eW1hbnNraS41MTMwNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h3 data-end="292" data-start="269">Finance Assistant</h3><p data-start="293" data-end="332"><strong data-start="293" data-end="330">£30,000 - £35,000 | On-site | Ely</strong></p><p data-start="334" data-end="701">Robert Half is working with a well-established, growing organisation to recruit a <strong data-start="428" data-end="449">Finance Assistant</strong> for their head office in Ely. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is <strong data-end="552" data-start="531">actively studying</strong>, holds <strong data-end="575" data-start="560">AAT Level 4</strong>, or has <strong data-start="584" data-end="618">exemptions towards ACCA / CIMA</strong>, and is looking to build strong, hands-on finance experience in a supportive team.</p><p data-start="703" data-end="839">This is a <strong data-start="713" data-end="735">fully on-site role</strong> and would suit someone who enjoys being embedded in the business and working closely with stakeholders.</p><h3 data-end="860" data-start="846">The Role</h3><p data-end="1171" data-start="861">Reporting into the Finance Manager, the Finance Assistant will play a key role in supporting day-to-day finance operations and month-end processes. You'll gain exposure across management accounts, reconciliations, and statutory reporting, making this an ideal role for someone progressing their finance career.</p><p data-start="1173" data-end="1206"><strong data-end="1206" data-start="1173">Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul data-start="1207" data-end="1758"><li data-start="1207" data-end="1299"><p data-end="1299" data-start="1209">Assisting with monthly management accounts, including journals, accruals and prepayments</p></li><li data-start="1300" data-end="1355"><p data-start="1302" data-end="1355">Balance sheet, bank, stock and GRNI reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1356" data-end="1386"><p data-start="1358" data-end="1386">Purchase ledger management</p></li><li data-end="1439" data-start="1387"><p data-end="1439" data-start="1389">Supporting VAT returns and statutory submissions</p></li><li data-start="1440" data-end="1480"><p data-start="1442" data-end="1480">Maintaining the fixed asset register</p></li><li data-start="1481" data-end="1557"><p data-start="1483" data-end="1557">Supporting month-end and year-end processes, including audit preparation</p></li><li data-end="1628" data-start="1558"><p data-end="1628" data-start="1560">Using Excel to analyse and manipulate data (pivot tables, lookups)</p></li><li data-end="1694" data-start="1629"><p data-end="1694" data-start="1631">Liaising with internal departments to resolve finance queries</p></li><li data-start="1695" data-end="1758"><p data-start="1697" data-end="1758">Supporting process improvements and ad-hoc finance projects</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1780" data-start="1765">About You</h3><ul data-end="2201" data-start="1781"><li data-start="1781" data-end="1871"><p data-end="1871" data-start="1783">Currently studying ACCA / CIMA, have relevant exemptions, <strong data-end="1869" data-start="1841">or AAT Level 4 qualified</strong></p></li><li data-start="1872" data-end="1927"><p data-end="1927" data-start="1874">Previous experience in a finance or accounting role</p></li><li data-start="1928" data-end="1981"><p data-end="1981" data-start="1930">Solid understanding of core accounting principles</p></li><li data-start="1982" data-end="2041"><p data-start="1984" data-end="2041">Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs / XLOOKUPs)</p></li><li data-start="2042" data-end="2083"><p data-start="2044" data-end="2083">High attention to detail and accuracy</p></li><li data-end="2136" data-start="2084"><p data-start="2086" data-end="2136">Confident communicator and proactive team player</p></li><li data-end="2201" data-start="2137"><p data-end="2201" data-start="2139">Comfortable working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment</p></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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjEzNTgwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Analyst - Bedfordshire</strong></p><p>Robert Half are working in partnership with a world-class organisation to recruit an Accounts Payable Analyst based in Bedfordshire.</p><p><strong>Salary between £30-35k</strong></p><p>Generous benefits are:</p><ul><li>Life Cover</li><li>Access to a wide range of discounts</li><li>Recognition awards</li><li>Healthcare cashback plans</li><li>Generous holiday benefits</li><li>Contributory pension schemes - 10%!</li><li>Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.</li><li>Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.</li></ul><p data-end="187" data-start="142"> </p><p data-end="187" data-start="142">We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented finance professional to manage the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and comprehensive reporting. You will work closely with internal teams and external suppliers, resolve queries, and support cash flow management, while contributing to process improvements within the AP function.</p><p data-end="754" data-start="705"><strong data-end="722" data-start="705">Reporting to:</strong> Head of Transactional Finance</p><p data-end="783" data-start="756"><strong data-end="781" data-start="756">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyse monthly AP balances and reconciliations</li><li>Generate and verify balance sheet reconciliations for supplier accounts</li><li>Assist in defining KPIs for the Purchase-to-Pay process and report departmental performance</li><li>Monitor late payments and resolve underlying issues</li><li>Process invoices efficiently and manage any invoice holds</li><li>Analyse and reconcile employee expenses and company credit card activity</li><li>Manage petty cash and ad-hoc bookkeeping tasks</li><li>Support key change initiatives and continuous improvement within AP</li><li>Provide ad-hoc reporting to line managers and stakeholders</li><li>Provide cover for other members of the Transactions Team as required</li></ul><p data-start="1475" data-end="1501"><strong data-start="1475" data-end="1499">Skills & Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience working within an Accounts Payable function</li><li>Proficiency with accounting software and Excel</li><li>Experience producing AP reports and dashboards</li><li>Knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations (desirable)</li><li>Strong organisational, analytical, and multitasking skills</li><li>Clear verbal and written communication with colleagues, management, and suppliers</li></ul><p data-end="1898" data-start="1872"><strong data-end="1896" data-start="1872">Personal Attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Proactive, inquisitive, and action-oriented</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Collaborative team player</li><li>Adheres to health and safety practices</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTE5ODcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="0" data-end="180"><strong data-start="0" data-end="55">Accounts Assistant (Temp to Perm) - Immediate Start</strong><br / data-start="55" data-end="58"> <strong data-end="92" data-start="58">£14-£15 per hour + holiday pay</strong><br data-start="92" data-end="95" /> <strong data-end="180" data-start="95">Near Thetford, Suffolk</strong></p><p data-start="182" data-end="497">Robert Half has been exclusively engaged to recruit an <strong data-end="285" data-start="263">Accounts Assistant</strong> on a <strong data-start="291" data-end="313">temp-to-perm basis</strong> for an established and growing business based near Thetford. This is an urgent requirement, and our client is seeking candidates who are available immediately or on very short notice.</p><p data-start="499" data-end="685">This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced environment where you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day finance operations while building strong supplier relationships.</p><h3 data-start="687" data-end="711">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="712" data-end="1345"><li data-end="831" data-start="712"><p data-start="714" data-end="831">Manage the purchase ledger, including posting invoices, reconciling supplier statements, and preparing payment runs</p></li><li data-end="890" data-start="832"><p data-end="890" data-start="834">Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers</p></li><li data-end="982" data-start="891"><p data-start="893" data-end="982">Handle and negotiate trade terms to ensure best value and favourable payment conditions</p></li><li data-end="1092" data-start="983"><p data-start="985" data-end="1092">Work closely with production teams to resolve supplier-related issues and support smooth operational flow</p></li><li data-end="1192" data-start="1093"><p data-start="1095" data-end="1192">Support the wider finance team, assisting with month-end tasks and providing cover where needed</p></li><li data-start="1193" data-end="1259"><p data-end="1259" data-start="1195">Respond promptly to invoice discrepancies and supplier queries</p></li><li data-end="1345" data-start="1260"><p data-start="1262" data-end="1345">Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with internal processes</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1374" data-start="1347">Key Skills & Experience</h3><ul data-end="1797" data-start="1375"><li data-end="1484" data-start="1375"><p data-start="1377" data-end="1484">Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role (manufacturing experience advantageous)</p></li><li data-end="1532" data-start="1485"><p data-start="1487" data-end="1532">Strong communication and negotiation skills</p></li><li data-start="1533" data-end="1596"><p data-end="1596" data-start="1535">Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines</p></li><li data-end="1674" data-start="1597"><p data-start="1599" data-end="1674">Proficiency in accounting software, including Sage50, and Microsoft Excel</p></li><li data-start="1675" data-end="1735"><p data-end="1735" data-start="1677">A proactive team player with a positive, can-do attitude</p></li><li data-end="1797" data-start="1736"><p data-start="1738" data-end="1797">Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1818" data-start="1799">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-end="1968" data-start="1819"><li data-start="1819" data-end="1856"><p data-end="1856" data-start="1821">£14-£15 per hour plus holiday pay</p></li><li data-end="1885" data-start="1857"><p data-end="1885" data-start="1859">Temp-to-perm opportunity</p></li><li data-start="1886" data-end="1915"><p data-end="1915" data-start="1888">Immediate start available</p></li><li data-start="1916" data-end="1968"><p data-end="1968" data-start="1918">Supportive and collaborative working environment</p></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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjg1NzA4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Receivable Analyst - Bedfordshire</strong></p><p>Robert Half are working for a world class institution to recruit for a Accounts Receivable Analyst based in Bedfordshire</p><p><strong>Salary between £30-35k</strong></p><p>Generous benefits are:</p><ul><li>Life Cover</li><li>Access to a wide range of discounts</li><li>Recognition awards</li><li>Healthcare cashback plans</li><li>Generous holiday benefits</li><li>Contributory pension schemes - 10%!</li><li>Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.</li><li>Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.</li></ul><p data-start="379" data-end="755">We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented finance professional to join the team. In this role, you will manage the accounts receivable function, ensuring accurate invoicing, timely debt collection, and comprehensive reporting. You will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve queries, support cash flow, and drive process improvements.</p><p data-start="757" data-end="784"><strong data-start="757" data-end="782">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-end="1785" data-start="1425"><li>Maintain accuracy of the accounts receivable ledger</li><li>Raise and manage invoices and credit notes in line with company policies</li><li>Resolve queries efficiently to ensure customer satisfaction</li><li>Monitor overdue accounts and reduce aged debt</li><li>Prepare and deliver reports, including aged debtor analysis, cash flow forecasting, and AR KPIs</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies</li><li>Support month-end processes, reconciliations, and audit requirements</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams on AR-related projects</li><li>Provide support to Accounts Payable during peak period</li></ul><p><strong data-end="1422" data-start="1398">Skills & Experience:</strong></p><ul data-end="1785" data-start="1425"><li>AAT qualification or equivalent experience preferred but not essential</li><li>Proven experience in accounts receivable, credit control, and reconciliations</li><li>Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, reporting)</li><li>Experience driving process improvements and implementing changes</li><li>Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills</li></ul><p data-end="1813" data-start="1787"><strong data-end="1811" data-start="1787">Personal Attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team player</li><li>Adaptable and flexible during busy periods</li><li>Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy</li></ul><p data-end="2148" data-start="2025">This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take responsibility within a supportive and dynamic finance team.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMzM3MjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Large Financial Services client with offices in Northampton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support the Finance Director and oversee all finance and payroll activity,. You will help to prepare all internal and external financial reporting as well as providing expert timely and insightful financial analysis, to support the business in maximising profitability and efficiency. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts and other financial reports including budgets and KPIs.</li><li>Produce high quality monthly consolidated and entity management accounts, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, to agreed deadlines with supporting operational analysis.</li><li>Undertake analysis as required on company performance, highlighting areas of concern or risk.</li><li>Develop analysis as required to support the development and subsequent measurement of sales strategies.</li><li>Manage forecasts for the annual business plan and report monthly cost actuals against business plans.</li><li>Present reports to senior management to assist with business planning and decision making and goal achievement.</li><li>Oversight of AP and AR</li><li>P+L Reviews</li><li>Payroll Processing</li><li>Team Management</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ideally from within a Practice environment with prior experience working in a Finance Manager or Financial Controller position and with experience of producing monthly consolidated management accounts for a group of companies. In addition you will have strong reporting and process improvement exposure with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and performance/risk analysis This is an excellent Senior Opportunity within a fast paced, growing organisation.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is working on a 5 days a week basis in the office in Northampton from their impressive offices and is paying £70-100K + Benefits</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uODc2MzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Senior Finance Manager on behalf of a Global Sales business with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Senior Finance Manager you will look after all core fiancé operations including compliance, statutory accounts and assisting with commercial rerporting and decision making. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><p>* Financial Reporting and statutory accounts under IFRS</p><p>* Monthly and Quarterly reporting</p><p>* Asset Management</p><p>* Treasury Management and FX</p><p>* Annual budgeting and forecasting</p><p>* Sales analysis and performance reporting</p><p>* P+L reporting and analysis</p><p>* Team Management</p><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified and Technically Strong Accountant either from a Practice or Industry environment with the ability to provide a best in class financial and group reporting process whilst also looking after the strategic performance and direction of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a Technical individual to develop their skills across commercial areas in order to become a more rounded individual on the route to FD</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Senior Finance Manager is a Permanent Opportunity and working 5 days a week in the office in Milton Keynes. The role is paying up to £90K + Bonus + Benefits</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTk0ODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3 data-end="207" data-start="147">Role Summary - Accounts Payable & Receivable Assistant</h3><p data-start="208" data-end="281"><strong data-start="208" data-end="281">Partnered via Robert Half with a leading UK entertainment venue group</strong></p><ul data-end="665" data-start="283"><li data-end="375" data-start="283"><p data-start="285" data-end="375">Based at <strong data-end="308" data-start="294">Watford HQ</strong>, with a minimum of <strong data-end="373" data-start="328">4 days per week in the office </strong></p></li><li data-start="376" data-end="513"><p data-end="513" data-start="378">Sits within the <strong data-start="394" data-end="413">UK Finance team</strong>, reporting to the <strong data-start="432" data-end="456">Transactions Manager</strong> and working closely with a <strong data-start="484" data-end="511">Senior Finance Director</strong></p></li><li data-start="514" data-end="665"><p data-start="516" data-end="665">Key operational role supporting both <strong data-end="597" data-start="553">Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable</strong>, with a strong focus on accuracy, controls, and process adherence</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="667" data-end="692">Core Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1451" data-start="693"><li data-end="797" data-start="693"><p data-end="797" data-start="695">End-to-end processing of <strong data-start="720" data-end="747">venue supplier invoices</strong>, including PO checks, authorisation, and coding</p></li><li data-end="877" data-start="798"><p data-start="800" data-end="877">Supplier account setup, <strong data-end="853" data-start="824">statement reconciliations</strong>, and query resolution</p></li><li data-start="878" data-end="932"><p data-start="880" data-end="932">Supporting and preparing <strong data-start="905" data-end="930">supplier payment runs</strong></p></li><li data-start="933" data-end="1039"><p data-start="935" data-end="1039">Raising invoices for <strong data-end="992" data-start="956">franchise and partnership income</strong>, chasing and collecting outstanding balances</p></li><li data-start="1040" data-end="1125"><p data-end="1125" data-start="1042">Supporting <strong data-start="1053" data-end="1071">year-end audit</strong>, statutory reporting, and external auditor requests</p></li><li data-start="1126" data-end="1221"><p data-end="1221" data-start="1128">Managing AP/AR inboxes, open PO reporting, and contributing to finance process improvements</p></li><li data-start="1222" data-end="1279"><p data-start="1224" data-end="1279">Deputising for the Transactions Manager when required</p></li><li data-start="1280" data-end="1373"><p data-end="1373" data-start="1282">Supporting a transition to a <strong data-start="1311" data-end="1345">5-4-4 financial close calendar</strong> and other ad-hoc projects</p></li><li data-end="1451" data-start="1374"><p data-start="1376" data-end="1451">Occasional <strong data-start="1387" data-end="1407">travel to venues</strong> and active engagement with the UK HQ team</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1453" data-end="1485">Required Skills & Experience</h3><ul data-start="1486" data-end="1880"><li data-start="1486" data-end="1579"><p data-end="1579" data-start="1488">Previous experience across <strong data-start="1515" data-end="1528">AP and AR</strong>, with solid grounding in accounting fundamentals</p></li><li data-end="1643" data-start="1580"><p data-start="1582" data-end="1643">Strong <strong data-start="1589" data-end="1605">Excel skills</strong> (Pivots, Lookups, SumIFs essential)</p></li><li data-end="1750" data-start="1644"><p data-start="1646" data-end="1750">Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-growing environment</p></li><li data-start="1751" data-end="1819"><p data-start="1753" data-end="1819">Confident communicator with a proactive, problem-solving mindset</p></li><li data-start="1820" data-end="1880"><p data-end="1880" data-start="1822">Comfortable working independently and adapting to change</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1882" data-end="1895">Desirable</h3><ul data-start="1896" data-end="2011"><li data-start="1896" data-end="1931"><p data-start="1898" data-end="1931">Experience with <strong data-end="1929" data-start="1914">SAP </strong></p></li><li data-start="1932" data-end="1984"><p data-start="1934" data-end="1984">Background in <strong data-start="1948" data-end="1969">retail or leisure</strong> environments</p></li><li data-end="2011" data-start="1985"><p data-end="2011" data-start="1987"><strong data-end="2009" data-start="1987">Part-qualified AAT</strong></p></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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMzMxOTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is recruiting for an Accounts Payable Assistant for our client in Watford , on an interim basis for an initial period of 3 months which could extend. </p><p> </p><p>The position of Accounts Payable Assistant requires the following; </p><ul><li>Must be extremely self-sufficient, this interim position is to cover the Year end busy period. </li><li>High volume invoice processing background</li><li>Bank reconciliations experience desirable</li><li>In depth knowledge of the Purchase Ledger / Accounts payable process</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines</li><li>Agresso preferred / Dynamics 365 experience will also be considered</li><li>General Microsoft office skills, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint </li></ul><p><br />The position of Accounts Payable Assistant is an important hire to begin right away. </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/amFtZXMuZWxsaXMuMzg5NDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a global manufacturing business based in Leicester to recruit a Finance Business Partner for a highly visible, site-based role supporting operations.</p><p>This is a hands-on Finance Business Partner position within a complex manufacturing environment with international operations. Working closely with the Finance Director and site team, the role plays a critical part in supporting day-to-day manufacturing activity, driving insight across costs, performance and decision-making. While the role is predominantly site based to remain close to operations, there is flexibility around working patterns.</p><p><strong>The role</strong><br />As Finance Business Partner, you will act as the financial lead for manufacturing and operational teams, embedding finance into the heart of the site. This is a proactive, sleeves-rolled-up role for someone who enjoys being visible on the shop floor, challenging assumptions and improving how financial information is used to drive performance.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Acting as a trusted Finance Business Partner to operational leadership, delivering high-quality financial insight and challenge</p></li><li><p>Supporting manufacturing and development programmes through robust cost accounting and analysis</p></li><li><p>Ownership of operational and capital budgets, including overhead absorption, labour and capacity rates</p></li><li><p>Producing timely management information, forecasts and variance analysis</p></li><li><p>Developing and enhancing reporting and BI to improve visibility of operational performance</p></li><li><p>Providing detailed analysis of direct labour, manufacturing variances and cost centre performance</p></li><li><p>Supporting the development of bills of materials and routings for new products</p></li><li><p>Ensuring accurate inventory accounting, including movements, ageing and obsolescence provisions</p></li><li><p>Supporting KPI reporting and performance analysis across manufacturing operations</p></li><li><p>Working closely with the wider finance team on broader accounting and control activities</p></li></ul><p><strong>Who we are looking for</strong><br />This role will suit an experienced Finance Business Partner or Management Accountant with a strong background in manufacturing and cost accounting, who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment.</p><p>You are likely to bring:</p><ul><li><p>A recognised accounting qualification or equivalent experience</p></li><li><p>Strong experience within manufacturing, engineering or industrial environments</p></li><li><p>Solid knowledge of standard costing and operational finance</p></li><li><p>Proven experience producing budgets, forecasts and management reports</p></li><li><p>Confidence partnering with senior operational stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems</p></li><li><p>A continuous improvement mindset and the confidence to challenge constructively</p></li><li><p>The ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment</p></li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong><br />This is an opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business with global operations, offering exposure to complex operations and senior stakeholders.</p><p>The role offers:</p><ul><li><p>A site-based Finance Business Partner role with flexibility around working patterns</p></li><li><p>Broad operational exposure within a global manufacturing environment</p></li><li><p>A role with genuine influence on operational decision-making</p></li><li><p>A supportive finance team and collaborative culture</p></li><li><p>Competitive salary and benefits package</p></li></ul><p>If this Finance Business Partner role in Leicester sounds of interest, or if you are an experienced finance professional looking to take the next step, please apply now. Even if the timing is not quite right, we are always keen to speak with strong finance professionals and get you on our radar.</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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS42OTk0NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2 data-start="189" data-end="212">Accounts Assistant</h2><p><strong>Office based full time - Monday - Friday (9am - 5.30pm)</strong></p><p data-end="295" data-start="213">Location: Olney, Bedfordshire</p><p data-start="213" data-end="295"><br data-end="245" data-start="242" /> <strong data-end="264" data-start="245">Salary: £28,000</strong></p><p data-end="295" data-start="213"> </p><h3 data-start="297" data-end="318">The Opportunity</h3><p data-start="319" data-end="608">This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team in a hands-on, varied role. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll support both the purchase and sales ledger functions, helping ensure accurate financial records and smooth day-to-day operations.</p><p data-start="610" data-end="705">Ideal for someone organised, detail-focused, and confident working in a fast-paced environment.</p><h3 data-end="738" data-start="712">Key Responsibilities</h3><p data-end="770" data-start="740"><strong data-end="768" data-start="740">Sales Ledger & Invoicing</strong></p><ul data-start="771" data-end="1127"><li data-end="829" data-start="771"><p data-end="829" data-start="773">Raise chargeable callouts and service-related invoices</p></li><li data-end="895" data-start="830"><p data-end="895" data-start="832">Produce daily zero-rated invoices against works order numbers</p></li><li data-end="925" data-start="896"><p data-start="898" data-end="925">Raise weekly PPM invoices</p></li><li data-end="994" data-start="926"><p data-start="928" data-end="994">Resolve rejected customer invoices with supporting documentation</p></li><li data-start="995" data-end="1050"><p data-end="1050" data-start="997">Process credit notes with appropriate authorisation</p></li><li data-start="1051" data-end="1127"><p data-start="1053" data-end="1127">Support credit control by chasing outstanding debt and resolving queries</p></li></ul><p data-start="1129" data-end="1150"><strong data-start="1129" data-end="1148">Purchase Ledger</strong></p><ul data-end="1516" data-start="1151"><li data-end="1221" data-start="1151"><p data-end="1221" data-start="1153">Match, code, and process purchase invoices against purchase orders</p></li><li data-start="1222" data-end="1283"><p data-end="1283" data-start="1224">Investigate and resolve supplier account queries promptly</p></li><li data-start="1284" data-end="1375"><p data-start="1286" data-end="1375">Liaise with suppliers to ensure payments align with cashflow forecasts and credit terms</p></li><li data-end="1446" data-start="1376"><p data-start="1378" data-end="1446">Prepare supplier payments via online banking and issue remittances</p></li><li data-end="1516" data-start="1447"><p data-end="1516" data-start="1449">Reconcile supplier statements and maintain aged creditors reports</p></li></ul><p data-start="1518" data-end="1547"><strong data-end="1545" data-start="1518">General Finance Support</strong></p><ul data-start="1548" data-end="1793"><li data-end="1585" data-start="1548"><p data-start="1550" data-end="1585">Maintain the accounts email inbox</p></li><li data-start="1586" data-end="1633"><p data-end="1633" data-start="1588">Raise and amend purchase orders as required</p></li><li data-start="1634" data-end="1702"><p data-start="1636" data-end="1702">Distribute customer purchase orders to relevant project managers</p></li><li data-end="1734" data-start="1703"><p data-start="1705" data-end="1734">Support month-end deadlines</p></li><li data-start="1735" data-end="1793"><p data-start="1737" data-end="1793">Undertake filing and ad-hoc finance duties as required</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1800" data-end="1815">About You</h3><ul data-end="2088" data-start="1816"><li data-start="1816" data-end="1890"><p data-end="1890" data-start="1818">Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or Finance Assistant role</p></li><li data-end="1952" data-start="1891"><p data-start="1893" data-end="1952">Good understanding of purchase and sales ledger processes</p></li><li data-end="2005" data-start="1953"><p data-start="1955" data-end="2005">Comfortable dealing with customers and suppliers</p></li><li data-start="2006" data-end="2058"><p data-end="2058" data-start="2008">Highly organised with strong attention to detail</p></li><li data-start="2059" data-end="2088"><p data-end="2088" data-start="2061">Able to work to deadlines</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2116" data-start="2095">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-start="2117" data-end="2462"><li data-start="2117" data-end="2142"><p data-start="2119" data-end="2142">Salary of <strong data-end="2140" data-start="2129">£28,000</strong></p></li><li data-end="2248" data-start="2143"><p data-start="2145" data-end="2248">23 days holiday plus a <strong data-end="2202" data-start="2168">paid day off for your birthday</strong> (to be taken within four weeks either side)</p></li><li data-start="2249" data-end="2319"><p data-start="2251" data-end="2319">Access to an employee benefits platform with hundreds of discounts</p></li><li data-end="2384" data-start="2320"><p data-start="2322" data-end="2384">Purpose-built offices in Olney with <strong data-start="2358" data-end="2382">free on-site parking</strong></p></li><li data-start="2385" data-end="2416"><p data-start="2387" data-end="2416">Supportive team environment</p></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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMzUwNzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Temporary Accounts Assistant - Cambridge</strong><br /><strong>£15-£17 per hour + holiday pay</strong><br /><strong>Immediate start | 3-month contract (with potential extension)</strong></p><p>Robert Half are working with a well-established organisation in Cambridge who are looking to bring in a <strong>Temporary Accounts Assistant</strong> to support the finance function during a period of team absence.</p><p>This role is key to keeping day-to-day workflows running smoothly and would suit someone who enjoys a busy, hands-on bookkeeping position with scope to take on additional responsibilities depending on experience.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Manual data entry and data keying with a high level of accuracy</p></li><li><p>Cash book postings</p></li><li><p>Processing general journals</p></li><li><p>Checking and supporting BACS payment runs</p></li><li><p>Ensuring financial workflows do not build up during the contract period</p></li><li><p>Working across two finance systems (including Lightyear)</p></li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Previous bookkeeping or finance administration experience is essential</p></li><li><p>Strong data entry skills with excellent attention to detail</p></li><li><p>Comfortable managing a consistently busy workload</p></li><li><p>Confident working across multiple systems</p></li><li><p>Reliable, organised, and happy to work independently as required</p></li></ul><p><strong>Working Arrangements:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Ideally <strong>part-time</strong>, spread across the week (daily hours preferred)</p></li><li><p><strong>Full-time</strong> hours can be accommodated if desired</p></li><li><p>Flexible working hours - can fit around existing commitments such as school runs</p></li><li><p>On-site role in Cambridge</p></li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer:</strong></p><ul><li><p>£15-£17 per hour, depending on experience</p></li><li><p>Holiday pay included</p></li><li><p>Immediate start</p></li><li><p>Initial <strong>circa 3-month contract</strong>, with potential to extend based on business needs</p></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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjAxNzIxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Finance Business Partner on behalf of a sales and service business with offices in Luton.</p><p>Role</p><p>As Finance Business Partner you will provide financial support and insight to help drive business performance and support budgeting and forecasting. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Lead the delivery of accurate, timely, and forward‑looking financial insights to senior business stakeholders to support strategic and operational decisions</li><li>Analysis of business unit performance</li><li>Oversee the preparation and review of monthly management accounts</li><li>Provide proactive updates and analysis on forecast movements for senior leaders and commercial teams.</li><li>Play a key role in the preparation, coordination, and delivery of the annual Budget and periodic</li><li>Provide senior oversight on sales target setting and rebate management</li><li>Lead or support cross-functional projects aimed at improving financial processes, business systems, and data quality.</li><li>Deliver ad hoc financial analysis and project support to senior leadership as required.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will ideally be a Qualified Accountant or Finalist with previous commercial reporting experience, a range of management accounting, financial analysis and business partnering from within a sales and contract based organisation.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Finance Business Partner based in Luton is working ideally in the office 5 days a week but with some flexibility and paying a salary of £50-60K</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMjY2OTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
