<p><strong>Accounts Assistant - £13 - £15 per hour - Gerrards Cross - Ongoing temporary role (potential of permanent employment)</strong></p><p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p><p>We are seeking an organised and motivated Accounts Assistant who is AAT Level 3/4 qualified or currently studying towards it.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Accurately process purchase and sales invoices.</li><li>Maintain the purchase ledger and sales ledger, ensuring timely and accurate data entry.</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations and post daily transactions.</li><li>Assist with credit control, chasing outstanding payments and updating aged debtors reports.</li><li>Support month-end tasks such as journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and liaise with suppliers to resolve queries.</li><li>Process employee expenses and petty cash claims.</li><li>Assist in preparing financial reports and supporting documentation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li>AAT Level 3 qualified or currently studying.</li><li>Minimum 1-2 years' experience in a similar accounting or finance role.</li><li>Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and accounting principles.</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/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS4zMjQ4MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Assistant Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Luton (4 days office / 1 day WFH)</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £32,000 per annum</p><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> Permanent</p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a dynamic, multi-site group business based in Luton, recruiting for an <strong>Assistant Accountant</strong> to support the Finance team and senior management.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support month-end processes incl. accruals & prepayments</li><li>Assist with cashflow forecasting & Capex reconciliations</li><li>Daily internal reporting for Residential businesses</li><li>National Statistics surveys & external returns</li><li>Respond to audit queries</li><li>Bank reconciliations & upload manual payments</li><li>Monthly branch stock counts</li><li>Ad hoc financial tasks & analysis</li></ul><p><strong>Success Measures:</strong></p><ul><li>Meet month-end & reporting deadlines</li><li>Resolve queries proactively</li><li>Identify and support process improvements</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>Passion for data & analytics</li><li>Logical, structured problem-solver</li><li>Strong Excel skills, highly numerate</li><li>Self-motivated with a willingness to learn</li><li>Experience in multi-site environments a plus</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Up to £32,000 salary</li><li>Hybrid working (1 day from home)</li><li>Great exposure across finance and senior leadership</li><li>Friendly, supportive team with development opportunities</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/a2F0eS5iYXJ0bGV0dC42NzM2MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>SENIOR ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT - PERMANENT - UP TO £43.5k - HAMPSTEAD - HYBRID </strong></p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working exclusively with a long-standing client who are looking for a full-time Senior Assistant Accountant on a permanent basis, offering up to £43.5k, study support and hybrid working!</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of monthly income returns for key clients, income is received from various sources and accuracy and timeliness is of paramount importance.</li><li>Raising and issuing sales invoices based on contractual terms and ensuring the correct allocation of cash receipts to individual cash centers.</li><li>Researching and investigating discrepancies in invoices to determine the accuracy of charges.</li><li>Preparing Journals with correct nominal coded and VAT code.</li><li>Reconciling bank accounts on a weekly basis.</li><li>Providing support for month-end closure ensuring all client reconciliations are completed within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Supporting the team with queries related to income return reconciliations.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts.</li><li>Keeping up to date with developments across the business.</li><li>Collaborating with other teams plus provide support to Finance Manager.</li><li>Assisting with other ad-hoc requirements and projects commensurate with the role.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>AAT qualified/Part qualified ACCA or CIMA.</li><li>Strong accounts receivable experience.</li><li>Advanced excel skills.</li><li>Strong communication skills - must be concise, direct and clear as dealing with internal and external stakeholders.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuOTE5MTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="242" data-start="125"><strong data-end="176" data-start="125">Robert Half is recruiting: </strong><strong>Assistant Accountant</strong><br data-start="176" data-end="179" /> <strong data-start="179" data-end="192">Location:</strong> Hitchin (Office-based - Full Time)<br / data-end="218" data-start="215"> <strong data-end="228" data-start="218">Hours:</strong> 39 per week</p><p data-start="244" data-end="524">Robert Half is partnering with a well-established UK manufacturer specializing in high-quality architectural hardware to recruit an <strong data-start="376" data-end="400">Assistant Accountant</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to gain broad experience in a busy finance function.</p><p data-start="526" data-end="553"><strong data-end="551" data-start="526">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-end="1026" data-start="554"><li data-start="554" data-end="680"><p data-end="680" data-start="556">Process day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank and cash reconciliations.</p></li><li data-end="759" data-start="681"><p data-start="683" data-end="759">Handle customer and supplier queries and support credit control processes.</p></li><li data-end="878" data-start="760"><p data-end="878" data-start="762">Assist with payroll processing, VAT returns, inventory management, and preparation of monthly management accounts.</p></li><li data-end="933" data-start="879"><p data-start="881" data-end="933">Support year-end processes and audits as required.</p></li><li data-end="1026" data-start="934"><p data-end="1026" data-start="936">Undertake general finance administration and provide customer-focused support as needed.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1052" data-start="1028"><strong data-start="1028" data-end="1050">Candidate Profile:</strong></p><ul data-start="1053" data-end="1484"><li data-end="1118" data-start="1053"><p data-end="1118" data-start="1055">Minimum of 2 years' experience in a finance or accounts role.</p></li><li data-end="1224" data-start="1119"><p data-end="1224" data-start="1121">Strong knowledge of financial procedures, including bookkeeping, cash management, and credit control.</p></li><li data-end="1276" data-start="1225"><p data-start="1227" data-end="1276">Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and email.</p></li><li data-end="1353" data-start="1277"><p data-end="1353" data-start="1279">Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time-management skills.</p></li><li data-start="1354" data-end="1404"><p data-start="1356" data-end="1404">Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</p></li><li data-end="1484" data-start="1405"><p data-end="1484" data-start="1407">AAT or part-qualified accounting experience is desirable but not essential.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1596" data-start="1486">This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your finance career within a respected UK manufacturing business.</p><p data-end="1681" data-start="1598"><strong data-end="1679" data-start="1598">Apply today through Robert Half to take the next step in your finance career.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNDA4NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="136" data-end="339">Robert Half are exclusively partnered with a well-established business near <strong data-end="223" data-start="212">Royston</strong> in the recruitment of an <strong data-end="278" data-start="249">Interim Finance Assistant</strong> to support their finance team for the next <strong data-start="322" data-end="336">3-6 months</strong>. This an hourly paid role with a budget of £13 - £15 per hour plus holiday pay. </p><h3 data-end="355" data-start="341">The Role</h3><p data-start="356" data-end="510">This is an <strong data-end="387" data-start="367">on-site position</strong> in a rural location, so candidates will need to have their own transport and be able to attend the office <strong data-end="507" data-start="494">full-time</strong>.</p><p data-start="512" data-end="627">As Interim Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for a range of <strong data-end="613" data-start="581">transactional finance duties</strong>, including:</p><ul data-end="757" data-start="628"><li data-start="628" data-end="651"><p data-start="630" data-end="651">Processing invoices</p></li><li data-end="682" data-start="652"><p data-start="654" data-end="682">Performing reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="710" data-start="683"><p data-end="710" data-start="685">Supporting payment runs</p></li><li data-start="711" data-end="757"><p data-start="713" data-end="757">General finance administration as required</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="778" data-start="759">The Candidate</h3><p data-end="1024" data-start="779">We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive individual who can hit the ground running. You should have experience in transactional finance, strong organisational skills, and be comfortable working independently within a small, supportive team.</p><h3 data-end="1043" data-start="1026">Key Details</h3><ul data-end="1236" data-start="1044"><li data-end="1111" data-start="1044"><p data-start="1046" data-end="1111"><strong data-start="1046" data-end="1059">Location:</strong> Rural site near Royston (own transport essential)</p></li><li data-end="1149" data-start="1112"><p data-start="1114" data-end="1149"><strong data-start="1114" data-end="1127">Contract:</strong> Interim, 3-6 months</p></li><li data-start="1150" data-end="1187"><p data-end="1187" data-start="1152"><strong data-end="1169" data-start="1152">Availability:</strong> Immediate start</p></li><li data-start="1188" data-end="1236"><p data-start="1190" data-end="1236"><strong data-end="1210" data-start="1190">Working pattern:</strong> Full-time, office-based</p></li></ul><p data-start="1238" data-end="1370">If you are immediately available and keen to contribute to a busy finance team in a hands-on role, we would love to hear from you.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjUzMTY4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="111" data-end="376"><strong data-end="159" data-start="111">Job Title: Accounts Assistant (Temp to Perm)</strong><br data-start="159" data-end="162" /> <strong data-start="162" data-end="179">Location: Ely</strong><br / data-end="182" data-start="179"> <strong data-start="182" data-end="231">Hourly Rate: £13 - £15 per hour + holiday pay</strong><br data-end="234" data-start="231" /> <strong data-end="254" data-start="234">Start: Immediate</strong><br / data-end="257" data-start="254"> <strong data-end="300" data-start="257">Employment Type: Temporary to Permanent</strong><br / data-end="303" data-start="300"><br /></p><p data-end="789" data-start="378"><strong data-start="378" data-end="391">Overview:</strong></p><p data-end="789" data-start="378"><br / data-end="394" data-start="391"> Robert Half is delighted to be exclusively partnering with a global business based in Ely in their search for an <strong data-start="517" data-end="539">Accounts Assistant</strong> to join the finance team on a <strong data-start="570" data-end="602">temporary to permanent basis</strong>. This is an exciting opportunity for an immediately available finance professional to join a dynamic and supportive environment, with a strong possibility of the role becoming permanent.</p><p data-end="1086" data-start="791"><strong data-end="804" data-start="791">The Role:</strong></p><p data-start="791" data-end="1086"><br data-end="807" data-start="804" /> This position sits within the finance team and primarily focuses on <strong data-start="875" data-end="911">purchase ledger responsibilities</strong>, with additional exposure to <strong data-end="965" data-start="941">bank reconciliations</strong> and <strong data-end="991" data-start="970">month-end support</strong>. It's a hands-on role ideal for someone looking to grow their skills in a fast-paced business.</p><p data-end="1086" data-start="791"> </p><p data-end="1113" data-start="1088"><strong data-end="1113" data-start="1088">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p data-end="1113" data-start="1088"> </p><ul data-end="1448" data-start="1114"><li data-end="1156" data-start="1114"><p data-start="1116" data-end="1156">Processing high-volume purchase invoices</p></li><li data-start="1157" data-end="1193"><p data-start="1159" data-end="1193">Supplier statement reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1194" data-end="1233"><p data-end="1233" data-start="1196">Preparing and processing payment runs</p></li><li data-end="1301" data-start="1234"><p data-start="1236" data-end="1301">Dealing with supplier queries in a professional and timely manner</p></li><li data-start="1302" data-end="1351"><p data-end="1351" data-start="1304">Assisting with bank and account reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="1406" data-start="1352"><p data-start="1354" data-end="1406">Supporting the finance team with month-end processes</p></li><li data-start="1407" data-end="1448"><p data-start="1409" data-end="1448">Other ad hoc finance duties as required</p></li></ul><p> </p><p data-end="1474" data-start="1450"><strong data-start="1450" data-end="1474">The Ideal Candidate:</strong></p><p data-end="1474" data-start="1450"> </p><ul data-end="1823" data-start="1475"><li data-start="1475" data-end="1531"><p data-end="1531" data-start="1477">Immediately available or on a very short notice period</p></li><li data-end="1589" data-start="1532"><p data-start="1534" data-end="1589">Proven experience in purchase ledger / accounts payable</p></li><li data-start="1590" data-end="1649"><p data-start="1592" data-end="1649">Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills</p></li><li data-start="1650" data-end="1700"><p data-end="1700" data-start="1652">Comfortable working in a high-volume environment</p></li><li data-start="1701" data-end="1783"><p data-end="1783" data-start="1703">Confident with MS Excel and finance systems (experience with ERP systems a plus)</p></li><li data-end="1823" data-start="1784"><p data-start="1786" data-end="1823">Team player with a proactive attitude</p></li></ul><p> </p><p data-start="1825" data-end="1844"><strong data-end="1842" data-start="1825">Remuneration:</strong></p><p data-start="1825" data-end="1844"> </p><ul data-end="1942" data-start="1845"><li data-start="1845" data-end="1893"><p data-start="1847" data-end="1893">£13 - £15 per hour (dependent on experience)</p></li><li data-start="1894" data-end="1911"><ul data-start="1896" data-end="1911"><li data-end="1911" data-start="1896"><p data-start="1898" data-end="1911">Holiday Pay</p></li></ul></li><li data-end="1942" data-start="1912"><p data-start="1914" data-end="1942">On-site working with some hybrid working available (Ely office)</p></li></ul><p> </p><p data-end="2143" data-start="1944"> </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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjcxNjAzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="328" data-start="168"><strong data-end="249" data-start="168">Finance Assistant (Temp-to-Perm) - Royston </strong><br / data-end="252" data-start="249"><br /></p><p data-end="645" data-start="330">Robert Half are working exclusively with a globally recognised business based in <strong data-start="401" data-end="412">Royston</strong>, currently seeking a <strong data-end="455" data-start="434">Finance Assistant</strong> to join their dynamic finance team. This is a <strong data-end="518" data-start="502">temp-to-perm</strong> opportunity, ideally transitioning to permanent after 3 months.</p><p data-end="883" data-start="647">This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to join a fast-paced, forward-thinking organisation with real global reach - whether you're an experienced finance professional or a bright, ambitious junior ready to learn and grow.</p><h3 data-start="890" data-end="908"><strong data-end="906" data-start="894">The Role</strong></h3><p data-start="909" data-end="999">Working closely with a supportive and collaborative finance team, you'll be involved in:</p><ul data-start="1001" data-end="1484"><li data-start="1001" data-end="1053"><p data-end="1053" data-start="1003"><strong data-end="1040" data-start="1003">High-volume Accounts Payable (AP)</strong> processing</p></li><li data-start="1054" data-end="1120"><p data-start="1056" data-end="1120">Managing a <strong data-start="1067" data-end="1086">shared AP inbox</strong> - strong time management is key</p></li><li data-start="1121" data-end="1227"><p data-start="1123" data-end="1227">Supporting <strong data-end="1162" data-start="1134">Accounts Receivable (AR)</strong> functions - including <strong data-start="1185" data-end="1218">cash collection and aged debt</strong> review</p></li><li data-start="1228" data-end="1388"><p data-start="1230" data-end="1319">Month-end (ME) support - mainly handled by the ME lead, but occasional assistance with:</p><ul data-start="1323" data-end="1388"><li data-end="1347" data-start="1323"><p data-start="1325" data-end="1347">Invoice registration</p></li><li data-end="1388" data-start="1351"><p data-end="1388" data-start="1353">PO/invoice discrepancy resolution</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="1389" data-end="1484"><p data-end="1484" data-start="1391">Opportunity to work on an <strong data-start="1417" data-end="1442">AP automation project</strong> - great exposure to process improvement</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1522" data-start="1491"><strong data-end="1520" data-start="1495">Who We're Looking For</strong></h3><ul data-start="1523" data-end="1849"><li data-start="1523" data-end="1567"><p data-end="1567" data-start="1525">Experience in <strong data-start="1539" data-end="1555">AP and/or AR</strong> functions</p></li><li data-end="1638" data-start="1568"><p data-start="1570" data-end="1638">Confident managing shared inboxes and juggling competing deadlines</p></li><li data-start="1639" data-end="1705"><p data-end="1705" data-start="1641">Comfortable querying invoice/PO mismatches with internal teams</p></li><li data-end="1774" data-start="1706"><p data-end="1774" data-start="1708">Proficient with <strong data-end="1733" data-start="1724">Excel</strong></p></li><li data-start="1706" data-end="1774"><p data-end="1774" data-start="1708">Can-do attitude, able to work both independently and as part of a team</p></li></ul><p data-end="2074" data-start="1851">This role would suit either:<br data-start="1879" data-end="1882" /> ✅ A <strong data-start="1886" data-end="1916">seasoned finance assistant</strong> who enjoys stability and a well-structured workload, <strong data-start="1970" data-end="1976">or</strong><br data-start="1976" data-end="1979" /> ✅ A <strong data-end="2003" data-start="1983">junior candidate</strong> who's switched on, fast-learning, and eager to gain project exposure</p><h3 data-start="2081" data-end="2116"><strong data-start="2085" data-end="2114">Working Pattern & Culture</strong></h3><ul data-start="2117" data-end="2364"><li data-start="2117" data-end="2177"><p data-start="2119" data-end="2177"><strong data-start="2119" data-end="2136">Hybrid model:</strong> 3 days in-office (Royston), 2 days WFH</p></li><li data-start="2178" data-end="2221"><p data-start="2180" data-end="2221"><strong data-end="2191" data-start="2180">Fridays</strong> are remote + earlier finish</p></li><li data-start="2222" data-end="2281"><p data-start="2224" data-end="2281">Hours: <strong data-start="2231" data-end="2252">8:00 AM - 5:00 PM</strong> (with early finish Friday)</p></li><li data-start="2282" data-end="2364"><p data-start="2284" data-end="2364">Month-end is a <strong data-start="2299" data-end="2314">busy period</strong> - holidays typically not taken during this time</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2371" data-end="2392"><strong data-start="2375" data-end="2390">Interested?</strong></h3><p data-end="2586" data-start="2393">If you're available immediately or on short notice and keen to join a reputable, global organisation with hybrid flexibility and interesting projects on the horizon, we want to hear from you.</p><p data-end="2710" data-start="2588">Please apply today or get in touch to learn more - this role is exclusive to us, and interviews will take place quickly.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjYyNDUzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are assisting UK's market leading insurance organisation to recruit a French Speaking Underwriter on a permanent basis</p><p><strong>Role Description</strong></p><p>This is a full-time hybrid role for a French Speaking Underwriter. The Underwriter will be responsible for assessing risks, evaluating insurance applications, and determining appropriate coverage levels. They will communicate with clients, brokers, and internal teams to ensure accurate underwriting decisions.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>The French Speaking Underwriter will provide a high standard of customer care.</li><li>To carry out assessments and underwriting for financial protection bonds and policies and memberships to the standards set by the company.</li><li>To maintain and develop a portfolio of clients.</li></ul><p><strong>Assessing and Underwriting</strong></p><ul><li>Assessing risks by analysis of prospective client's financial statements, bank positions, references and other supporting documentation.</li><li>Preparing detailed assessments and visit reports for presentation recommending acceptance or rejection of prospective clients.</li><li>Setting rates and conditions and finalising quotations.</li><li>Reviewing and checking bonds, policies and membership certificates.</li></ul><p><strong>Monitoring</strong></p><ul><li>Monitoring client risks including periodic visits and telephone interviews under the direction of the underwriters.</li><li>Reviewing bond and policy wordings and supporting documentation, as required by the underwriters.</li><li>Overseeing the monitoring of clients by the underwriting assistants team and ensuring it meets the standards set by the company, as required by the underwriters.</li></ul><p><strong>Administration </strong></p><ul><li>Providing instruction to the underwriting assistants when required.</li><li>Maintaining files and database information relating to clients, ensuring that all data is current, complete, and accurate.</li></ul><p><strong>Customer Care</strong> </p><ul><li>Providing a high level of customer care and assistance to prospective and existing clients. This includes assisting clients with all aspects of an application.</li><li>Responding in a knowledgeable and efficient manner to enquiries received. Also following up and concluding all enquiries.</li><li>Liaising with intermediaries regarding the status of new and renewing applications.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>The French Speaking Underwriter will have a minimum 2 years of experience in insurance underwriting or a similar role.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Competencies:</strong></p><ul><li>The Underwriter must be able to speak fluent French</li><li>The French Speaking Underwriter will have strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret complex data.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of insurance products, risk assessment, and underwriting principles.</li><li>Proficiency in using underwriting software and tools.</li><li>Excellent communication and negotiation skills.</li><li>Detail-oriented with strong organisational and time management abilities.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>UK's market leading insurance organisation with offices in London</li><li>Hybrid working - 2 days on-site - Central London based </li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Fluency in French and English</li><li>Analytical and critical thinking skills</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities</li><li>Detail-oriented and organised approach to work</li><li>Knowledge of financial guarantee insurance practices</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjY5MzA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are assisting UK's market leading insurance organisation to recruit a French Speaking Underwriter on a permanent basis</p><p><strong>Role Description</strong></p><p>This is a full-time hybrid role for a French Speaking Underwriter. The Underwriter will be responsible for assessing risks, evaluating insurance applications, and determining appropriate coverage levels. They will communicate with clients, brokers, and internal teams to ensure accurate underwriting decisions.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>The French Speaking Underwriter will provide a high standard of customer care.</li><li>To carry out assessments and underwriting for financial protection bonds and policies and memberships to the standards set by the company.</li><li>To maintain and develop a portfolio of clients.</li></ul><p><strong>Assessing and Underwriting</strong></p><ul><li>Assessing risks by analysis of prospective client's financial statements, bank positions, references and other supporting documentation.</li><li>Preparing detailed assessments and visit reports for presentation recommending acceptance or rejection of prospective clients.</li><li>Setting rates and conditions and finalising quotations.</li><li>Reviewing and checking bonds, policies and membership certificates.</li></ul><p><strong>Monitoring</strong></p><ul><li>Monitoring client risks including periodic visits and telephone interviews under the direction of the underwriters.</li><li>Reviewing bond and policy wordings and supporting documentation, as required by the underwriters.</li><li>Overseeing the monitoring of clients by the underwriting assistants team and ensuring it meets the standards set by the company, as required by the underwriters.</li></ul><p><strong>Administration </strong></p><ul><li>Providing instruction to the underwriting assistants when required.</li><li>Maintaining files and database information relating to clients, ensuring that all data is current, complete, and accurate.</li></ul><p><strong>Customer Care</strong> </p><ul><li>Providing a high level of customer care and assistance to prospective and existing clients. This includes assisting clients with all aspects of an application.</li><li>Responding in a knowledgeable and efficient manner to enquiries received. Also following up and concluding all enquiries.</li><li>Liaising with intermediaries regarding the status of new and renewing applications.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>The French Speaking Underwriter will have a minimum 2 years of experience in insurance underwriting or a similar role.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Competencies:</strong></p><ul><li>The Underwriter must be able to speak fluent French</li><li>The French Speaking Underwriter will have strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret complex data.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of insurance products, risk assessment, and underwriting principles.</li><li>Proficiency in using underwriting software and tools.</li><li>Excellent communication and negotiation skills.</li><li>Detail-oriented with strong organisational and time management abilities.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>UK's market leading insurance organisation with offices in London</li><li>Hybrid working - 2 days on-site - Central London based </li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Fluency in French and English</li><li>Analytical and critical thinking skills</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities</li><li>Detail-oriented and organised approach to work</li><li>Knowledge of financial guarantee insurance practices</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjE5NTI0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is proud to be exclusively partnered with a market-leading engineering and technology business based just outside Peterborough in their search for an experienced <strong>Project Accountant</strong> on a 6-month fixed-term contract.</p><p>This is a <strong>hands-on, fully office-based role</strong> based just outside of Peterborough - so <strong>access to your own vehicle is essential</strong>. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting the Business Unit General Manager with critical financial insight, while also managing a small finance and admin team.</p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p>As the Project Accountant, you will be responsible for driving financial performance through robust reporting, commercial analysis, and close collaboration with operational leaders. You'll also take ownership of monthly reporting cycles, internal controls, and financial planning, whilst supporting wider business decision-making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Own and deliver month-end reporting, KPIs, and management accounts</p></li><li><p>Analyse financial data and advise the Business Unit General Manager on commercial decisions</p></li><li><p>Support cash flow forecasting, budget setting, and cost control</p></li><li><p>Oversee VAT, CIS and corporation tax compliance (with support from advisors)</p></li><li><p>Conduct project reviews with Project Managers, ensuring strong financial governance</p></li><li><p>Line manage the Assistant Finance Business Partner and wider admin team</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with internal controls and Group accounting policies</p></li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)</p></li><li><p>Experience in project accounting and cash flow management</p></li><li><p>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, manufacturing/engineering-type environment</p></li><li><p>Skilled communicator who can present financial insight to non-financial stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Confident user of Excel; SAP experience advantageous</p></li><li><p>Previous team management experience</p></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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjY2Mzc1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
