<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Analyst on behalf of a specialist Service business with offices based in Welwyn Garden City.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Analyst you will work closely with the Commercial Finance Manager and take responsibility for supporting the business in making informed, financially sound decisions. You will be responsible for driving insight across revenue, labour, and operational expenditure - working closely with stakeholders to bridge the gap between finance and operations. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Deliver clear, actionable analysis across core topics such as Revenue, Labour, and Operating Expenses (OpEx).</li><li>Partner with operational teams to translate insights into meaningful actions, embedding financial understanding and accountability at all levels.</li><li>Build strong relationships across departments to bridge the gap between operational activity and monthly P&L performance.</li><li>Foster a culture of collaboration and transparency, promoting knowledge sharing and proactive problem-solving.</li><li>Support and influence commercial decision-making through robust modelling, business case development, and scenario planning.</li><li>Lead ad-hoc deep dives and analysis aligned to new initiatives, tracking business case performance and ROI.</li><li>Develop and maintain reporting tools and dashboards to improve visibility of key metrics.</li><li>Identify trends, risks, and opportunities - delivering proactive recommendations to senior stakeholders.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be an experienced Qualified o Accountant with a strong analytical mindset and an ability to distil complex data into clear insight looking for a new challenge within a profitable and fast paced business with operations across the UK. The role will be based Hybrid 2-3 days in the office.</p><p>Company</p><p>The business is working through high growth and works across a strong customer base within the UK.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role o Financial Analyst based in Welwyn Garden City is 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMTk3MDIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Analyst on behalf of a specialist Sales and Service business with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Analyst you will support commercial reporting, financial planning and reporting for the UK and European business. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Financial Planning and forecasting and variance analysis for the European region</li><li>Providing financial insights to stakeholders across the business through effective business partnering .</li><li>Dashboard reporting</li><li>MI and analysis to support decisions</li><li>Explanations of variances against budget and forecast</li><li>Core reporting</li><li>Cost analysis</li><li>Margin reporting</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will Ideally be Qualified or close to Qualifying looking for a new larger Financial Analysis position within a growing product based sales business with exposure across the UK and Europe. This is a critical role in the ongoing change and development of the organisation.</p><p>Company</p><p>The Business has been growing exponentially in recent years due to consumer and market conditions and demand. It will continue to grow for the foreseeable and offers excellent career development and progression.</p><p>Salary</p><p>Role of Financial Analyst is based in Milton Keynes and offers a Hybrid Working environment with potential travel across the UK and Europe and is offering a salary of £45-60K 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDk4NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Job Description - </strong>Finance Manager Exclusive with Robert Half</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Milton Keynes (with <strong>1 day/week in Birmingham</strong>)<br /> <strong>Reports to:</strong> Chief Financial Officer<br /><strong>Paying</strong> £55,000 to £65,000 office based, Robert Half are really pleased to recruit for a leading services businesses that has operations throughout the UK.</p><p><strong>Stock </strong>and<strong> manufacturing </strong>experience would be ideal</p><p><strong>Purpose</strong></p><p>The Finance Manager will play a key role in delivering robust financial reporting and controls, with a strong focus on <strong>contract profitability analysis, Month-end </strong>Accounting and group consolidation<strong> </strong>. The role is responsible for accurate, timely accounting, supporting business performance through insightful reporting, and driving improvements in processes, cost control, and manufacturing accounting. The post-holder will also support site performance in Birmingham and assist the CFO with projects and system upgrades.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead on contract profitability reporting and analysis, presenting findings to management and supporting performance reviews.</li><li>Support the Financial Controller in management accounts for three entities and maintain balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Investigate and explain month-end variances.</li><li>Prepare group consolidation (P&L, Balance Sheet, cashflow) and monthly reporting packs.</li><li>Reconcile intercompany balances monthly.</li><li>Ensure accurate accounting across group entities.</li><li>Birmingham (1 day/week):</li><ul><li>Support site management to improve performance</li><li>Credit control, stock takes, and cost control</li><li>Develop manufacturing accounting and manage R&D tax credits</li></ul><li>Maintain and review reconciliations, escalating issues promptly.</li><li>Lead on budgets and forecasts with CFO/FC.</li><li>Assist in statutory accounts, compliance, and banking submissions.</li><li>Drive process improvements and support financial system upgrades.</li><li>Undertake projects to modernise financial services.</li><li>Support CFO with ad hoc tasks.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional:</strong> Occasional out-of-hours work, training requirements, DBS check, adherence to policies, and PPE when required.</p><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><p><strong>Essential:</strong></p><ul><li>AAT or ACCA/CIMA/ACA part-qualified</li><li>A Levels or equivalent</li><li>Strong bookkeeping and management accounting experience</li><li>Proven analytical skills, including contract profitability and financial statement preparation</li><li>Experience with integrated finance systems (ledger, payments, debtors)</li><li>Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills</li><li>High attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy</li><li>Ability to work independently and meet deadlines</li><li>Excellent communication and people skills</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in facilities management, construction, health, or social care</li><li>ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified</li><li>NetSuite and multi-site reporting experience</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMDc4ODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This is an exponentially growing environment trade and services business based in North London. Through modern processes, they reuse, recycle, and acquire energy from waste, helping reduce emissions. They are continuously acquiring new businesses and expanding operations across the UK.</p><p>Due to this growth, they are now looking to hire a qualified Finance Business Partner to join their high-performing finance team.</p><p><strong>This role will be based full-time in the office.</strong></p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The Finance Business Partner for this growing environment trade and services business based in North London, will work closely with the Head of Finance providing a strategic financial insight and guidance to drive business performance and growth. They will also take ownership of varied duties including:</p><ul><li>Collaborate with business leaders to develop financial and operational strategies aligned with organisational goals.</li><li>Provide insightful financial analysis to support decision-making.</li><li>Challenge and influence business decisions through data-driven insights.</li><li>Partner with non-finance stakeholders to enhance financial understanding and accountability.</li><li>Prepare and present monthly management reports and dashboards.</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost savings, and process optimisation.</li><li>Monitor KPIs and recommend actions for improvement.</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Finance Business Partner position, should have the following attributes:</p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA or CIMA) with experience in a commercial finance capacity.</li><li>Strong evidence of business partnering and managing stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Ownership of budgeting and forecasting procedures.</li><li>Experience in a similar industry would be advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£60,000 to £65,000 plus benefits:</p><ul><li><strong>Full-time in office</strong></li><li>Pension scheme plan</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holiday</li><li>Career development plans</li><li>EV Car scheme & more!</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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjM1MjkyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with an exciting SME automotive group hiring a Management Accountant for their growing team.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Management and Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Produce accurate monthly management accounts with revenue, cost centre and variance analysis across multiple entities.</li><li>Drive month end close within four working days, including journals, accruals, reconciliations and adjustments.</li><li>Prepare consolidated group reporting for leadership, board packs, investors and planning.</li><li>Review and approve bank reconciliations, prepayments, deferred income and working capital schedules.</li><li>Build and maintain cash flow models that forecast liquidity, covenant headroom and investment needs.</li><li>Oversee property related costs including insurance, rent, leases and business rates to ensure accuracy and alignment to use.</li><li>Post pensions on time including employer contributions, ensure auto enrolment compliance and liaise with providers.</li><li>Ensure correct PAYE treatment for student loans and accurate RTI submissions to HMRC.</li></ul><p><strong>Corporate Finance and Statutory Accounts</strong></p><ul><li>Own statutory accounts preparation and filings for all entities in line with UK GAAP and regulatory deadlines.</li><li>Lead the audit by preparing schedules, supporting testing and resolving queries.</li><li>Support corporate finance work including capital planning, investor materials, diligence and strategic modelling.</li><li>Build robust models for long term planning, scenario analysis, ROI, pricing and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manage VAT including group structures, ensuring correct treatment across standard, exempt and zero rated activities.</li></ul><p><strong>Commercial Oversight: Taxi Rentals, Garage and Media</strong></p><ul><li>Lead credit control across rentals, garage repairs including retail and internal, media clients and insurance recoveries.</li><li>Run weekly debtor ageing, set credit limits, drive collections and manage escalations.</li><li>Track P and L by vehicle including rental income, downtime, repairs, parts usage and deductibles to manage unit profitability.</li><li>Control scrappage, damage recovery and VOR reporting; ensure related costs and recoveries are recorded accurately.</li><li>Oversee stock takes including parts, tyres and fluids; reconcile to systems and investigate variances.</li><li>Monitor advertising campaign billing from contract setup to delivery and client reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll and HR Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise payroll including PAYE, pensions, benefits and bonuses alongside compliance outputs including P45, P60 and P11D.</li><li>Review payroll journals monthly and reconcile to the ledger.</li><li>Maintain sound HR record controls including right to work, contracts and data access and GDPR compliance.</li><li>Act as escalation point for complex matters such as redundancy, TUPE, benefits and disputes.</li><li>Liaise with advisors and pension administrators to ensure full statutory compliance.</li></ul><p><strong>Analytics and Systems Integration</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with the Business Analyst to deliver automated dashboards and performance packs linking KPIs to results.</li><li>Use Power BI, SQL and Excel to build real time profitability and cost tools across depots, drivers and media.</li><li>Integrate finance with rental platforms, CRM, HRIS and garage systems to ensure clean data flows and reconciliations.</li><li>Implement or enhance consolidation software to streamline intercompany and group reporting.</li><li>Design interface checks and middleware with vendors to eliminate silos and errors.</li></ul><p><strong>Finance Transformation and Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead continuous improvement in reporting automation, workflows and real time performance tracking.</li><li>Document standard operating procedures and controls that raise quality and consistency.</li><li>Manage and develop a small team including accountants, analysts and admins with regular one to ones, cross training and clear goals.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA. (Will also review ACCA, ACA or CIMA finalists)</li><li>Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.</li><li>Advanced Excel and Power BI with strong SQL and expert knowledge of QuickBooks.</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK GAAP with IFRS exposure helpful.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary with performance bonus.</li><li>Private medical and pension.</li><li>Hybrid working with three to four days in the London HQ.</li><li>Annual training and development budget.</li><li>Exposure to the C suite and investors and opportunity to shape group performance.</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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuMTkxNjEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTIyNDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading financial services organisation to recruit a Data Engineer on a contract basis - Hybrid working - London based </p><p>Looking for a highly skilled Data Engineer to join our growing data platform team. You will be responsible for designing, building, and optimising large-scale data pipelines and services that power analytics, reporting, and data-driven decision-making across the business. This role is heavily cloud-focused (AWS) and requires strong expertise in Python, Spark, and relational databases.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>Design, build, and maintain scalable, reliable, and high-performance data pipelines and workflows.</li><li>Develop clean, maintainable, and testable code in Python for data ingestion, transformation, and processing.</li><li>Optimise and fine-tune query performance on Aurora Postgres and other relational databases.</li><li>Architect and manage data solutions on AWS using serverless technologies such as Lambda, Glue, Glue Data Catalog, EMR serverless, and API Gateway.</li><li>Implement and manage large-scale data processing with Spark (Iceberg tables in S3, Gold layer in Aurora Postgres).</li><li>Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to ensure data availability, accessibility, and reliability.</li><li>Design and maintain robust data models that align with business and financial domain requirements.</li><li>Ensure best practices for data security, governance, and compliance.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Strong Python development skills, with experience writing clean, extensible, and testable code.</li><li>Proven experience with relational databases (Aurora Postgres preferred), including performance optimisation.</li><li>Extensive AWS experience, particularly with serverless data engineering tools (Lambda, Glue, Glue Data Catalog, EMR serverless, API Gateway, S3).</li><li>Solid Spark experience with large-scale data pipelines and data lakehouse architectures (Iceberg format a plus).</li><li>Hands-on experience with data modelling and designing scalable data architectures.</li><li>Strong understanding of the financial domain (preferred but not mandatory).</li><li>Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading financial services organisation with offices in London</li><li>Hybrid working - London based </li></ul><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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjYwNzg4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-end="294" data-start="100"><strong data-start="100" data-end="133">Finance Manager - 6 Month FTC</strong><br / data-start="133" data-end="136"> <strong data-end="149" data-start="136">Location:</strong> Onsite, near Peterborough (5 days per week, no hybrid option)<br data-end="214" data-start="211" /> <strong data-start="214" data-end="225">Salary:</strong> £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (pro rata)<br / data-start="264" data-end="267"> <strong data-start="267" data-end="282">Start date:</strong> Immediate</p><p data-start="296" data-end="686">Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a well-established business based near Peterborough to recruit an experienced <strong data-end="441" data-start="422">Finance Manager</strong> on a <strong data-start="447" data-end="478">6-month fixed-term contract</strong>. This is a fully onsite role, with no flexibility on working arrangements, offering an exciting opportunity for an accomplished finance professional to step into a pivotal role within the finance function.</p><h3 data-start="688" data-end="714">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="715" data-end="1465"><li data-start="715" data-end="1000"><p data-end="741" data-start="717"><strong data-end="739" data-start="717">Payroll Management</strong></p><ul data-start="744" data-end="1000"><li data-start="744" data-end="836"><p data-start="746" data-end="836">Collate and validate payroll information (e.g. overtime, sickness reports, adjustments).</p></li><li data-start="839" data-end="889"><p data-start="841" data-end="889">Accurately input data into the payroll system.</p></li><li data-start="892" data-end="1000"><p data-end="1000" data-start="894">Liaise with and validate reports from external payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate payments.</p></li></ul></li><li data-end="1257" data-start="1002"><p data-start="1004" data-end="1025"><strong data-start="1004" data-end="1023">Month-End Close</strong></p><ul data-start="1028" data-end="1257"><li data-end="1093" data-start="1028"><p data-end="1093" data-start="1030">Lead the month-end process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p></li><li data-start="1096" data-end="1176"><p data-end="1176" data-start="1098">Prepare and review accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.</p></li><li data-end="1257" data-start="1179"><p data-end="1257" data-start="1181">Provide clear reporting and commentary to senior stakeholders as required.</p></li></ul></li><li data-end="1465" data-start="1259"><p data-end="1283" data-start="1261"><strong data-end="1281" data-start="1261">Team Development</strong></p><ul data-end="1465" data-start="1286"><li data-start="1286" data-end="1345"><p data-end="1345" data-start="1288">Mentor and train an Assistant Finance Business Partner.</p></li><li data-end="1465" data-start="1348"><p data-start="1350" data-end="1465">Support their development to take on month-end duties and payroll processing confidently after the contract ends.</p></li></ul></li></ul><h3 data-end="1482" data-start="1467">About You</h3><ul data-start="1483" data-end="1938"><li data-end="1544" data-start="1483"><p data-start="1485" data-end="1544">A fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).</p></li><li data-end="1640" data-start="1545"><p data-end="1640" data-start="1547">Minimum of <strong data-start="1558" data-end="1600">5 years' post-qualification experience</strong> in a finance manager or similar role.</p></li><li data-end="1708" data-start="1641"><p data-end="1708" data-start="1643">Proven, recent, hands-on experience managing payroll processes.</p></li><li data-end="1799" data-start="1709"><p data-end="1799" data-start="1711">Strong technical accounting knowledge with a track record of running month-end closes.</p></li><li data-end="1855" data-start="1800"><p data-end="1855" data-start="1802">Confident in mentoring and upskilling team members.</p></li><li data-start="1856" data-end="1938"><p data-start="1858" data-end="1938">Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to start immediately.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1953" data-start="1940">Package</h3><ul data-end="2105" data-start="1954"><li data-start="1954" data-end="1995"><p data-end="1995" data-start="1956">Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 (pro rata).</p></li><li data-start="1996" data-end="2022"><p data-start="1998" data-end="2022">Contract: 6-month FTC.</p></li><li data-start="2023" data-end="2083"><p data-start="2025" data-end="2083">Location: Onsite near Peterborough, <strong data-end="2080" data-start="2061">5 days per week</strong>.</p></li><li data-end="2105" data-start="2084"><p data-start="2086" data-end="2105">Start: Immediate.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjUxOTM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The ideal candidate will be a qualified (ACA/ACA/CIMA) finance proffessional with experience within the advertsing/media/publishing industry. This exciting opportunity is with a London-based publishing and media company who are seeking a driven Head of Finance to join their team. The indavidual will be a key executive finance decision maker and will work very closely with the COO and CEO.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include but arent limited to:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li data-end="124" data-start="0"><p data-end="124" data-start="2">Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and forecasts with the COO and Group Commercial Director.</p></li><li data-start="125" data-end="221"><p data-start="127" data-end="221">Lead annual budget process, collating department inputs and final approval with CEO and board.</p></li><li data-end="286" data-start="222"><p data-start="224" data-end="286">Manage TV budget each season, liaising with external partners.</p></li><li data-start="287" data-end="372"><p data-end="372" data-start="289">Oversee purchase ledger, ensuring contractors process invoices and resolve queries.</p></li><li data-end="457" data-start="373"><p data-start="375" data-end="457">Manage sales ledger, credit control, and debt collection, holding weekly meetings.</p></li><li data-start="458" data-end="509"><p data-end="509" data-start="460">Handle credit control/finance queries and issues.</p></li><li data-start="510" data-end="578"><p data-end="578" data-start="512">Check quarterly commission payments with sales team and directors.</p></li><li data-end="633" data-start="579"><p data-end="633" data-start="581">Reconcile event costs with Head of Customer Success.</p></li><li data-start="634" data-end="701"><p data-start="636" data-end="701">Process bi-monthly payment runs and staff expense reimbursements.</p></li><li data-start="702" data-end="755"><p data-start="704" data-end="755">Ensure up-to-date bank/credit card reconciliations.</p></li><li data-start="756" data-end="799"><p data-end="799" data-start="758">Compile and submit quarterly VAT returns.</p></li><li data-end="900" data-is-last-node="" data-start="800"><p data-start="802" data-end="900" data-is-last-node="">Process monthly payroll, ensuring departmental changes, salary uploads, and pension contributions.</p></li><li data-start="800" data-is-last-node="" data-end="900">Ensure the company tax liabilities are paid in a timely manner</li></ul><ul><li data-start="800" data-is-last-node="" data-end="900">Compile year end accounts for external review and answer any queries</li></ul><ul><li data-start="800" data-is-last-node="" data-end="900">Manage relationships with external resources</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Benefits inclues:</strong></p><strong data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Salary: </strong>£70,000 - £78,000 - DOE (no bonus)<br><strong>Working structure: </strong>3 days in office , 2 days WFH<br><strong>Location: </strong>North London<br>26 days annual leave<strong> </strong>+ 4 day closure during xmas<br>Social summer and winter events<br>Standard pension<br>Private health insurance - TBC<br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VGFpamEuQnJ5YW4uNDE5NTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Corporate Tax and VAT Manager on behalf of a large service and sales business with offices in Milton Keynes</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Corporate Tax and VAT Manager you will play a key role in supporting the UK business and international sites with full compliance across UK Gaap, US Gaap, Statutory requirements and Corporate Tax and VAT. You will be the go to expert for all things Corporate Tax and VAT and manage end to end processes to ensure seamless compliance and reporting for the business working closely with the Global Tax and Finance Teams to support strategic and operational financial objectives. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Managing <strong>VAT submissions</strong> - gathering information, preparing returns, and liaising with external advisors.</li><li>Leading <strong>UK Corporate Tax</strong> reporting, including R&D, Patent Box, PSA, and P11D compliance.</li><li>Supporting annual <strong>corporation tax returns</strong>, ensuring accuracy, minimizing liabilities, and coordinating payments to HMRC.</li><li>Partnering with <strong>HMRC</strong> on corporate tax matters, including correspondence, negotiations, and approvals.</li><li>Providing <strong>tax forecasts and planning insights</strong> for the UK group and supporting US corporate tax teams.</li><li>Assisting with <strong>month-end and year-end close</strong>, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will ideally be a Qualified Accountant and potentially CTA Qualified with 3 years experience in accounting and with direct demonstrable expertise in Corporate Tax and VAT. This is an excellent newly created opportunity to join a <strong>global leader in its industry</strong> where innovation, continuous improvement, and best practice are at the heart of everything they do.</p><p>Company.</p><p>You'll join a <strong>dynamic, global organisation</strong> where your expertise will shape the financial success of regional and international operations. Expect an environment that values <strong>continuous improvement</strong>, <strong>professional growth</strong>, and <strong>team collaboration</strong>.</p><p>Salary and Benefits.</p><p>Role of Corporate Tax and VAT Manager in Milton Keynes is working on a Hybrid basis and offering a salary of up to 60K + Excellent Benefits - Potentially more for the right candidate.</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMTQ2NzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of Finance on behalf of a specialist service business with offices on the edge of Bedford and Ampthill.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Head of Finance you will lead the UK Finance Operations and partner with he UK head and International Parent to drive financial accuracy, aid in strategic decision making and manage key internal and external stakeholders. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Business Partnering & Strategic Support.</li><li>Provide financial insights and analysis to support business decisions and growth initiatives.</li><li>Defining and implementing change in processes across the business to drive efficiency.</li></ul><ul><li>Support the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes with a focus on precision and relevance.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning and performance tracking.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results and forecasts.</li></ul><ul><li>Oversee all UK accounting operations, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and drive process improvements.</li><li>Ongoing Balance Sheet control and review.</li><li> In charge of consolidated accounts for entities and statutory accounts for UK entities.</li></ul><ul><li>Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including group finance, operations, and HR.</li><li>Represent UK finance in global forums and contribute to group-wide initiatives.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant and have a strong combination of technical accounting and commercial acumen, leadership qualities and the ability to work at a Board Level to provide insight and updates. Role of Head of Finance is critical to the ongoing development and change for the UK business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Head of Finance is working on a 5 day a week basis from the office with some flex based near Bedford and Ampthill and offering a salary of £70-90K + Excellent 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTMzNzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a global real estate organisation to recruit a Sage Consultant on a contract basis </p><p>Seeking a skilled Sage Intacct Consultant to assist with the implementation, configuration, and data migration of the Sage platform as part of an ongoing systems transformation project. This role will bridge the gap between IT operations and business users, ensuring a smooth transition to the new environment.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p data-end="835" data-start="782"> </p><ul><li>The Sage Intacct Consultant will support the implementation and rollout of Sage across the business, working closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors.</li><li>Assist in data migration activities - cleansing, mapping, validation, and import from legacy systems into Sage.</li><li>Provide technical and user support, troubleshooting issues during implementation and post-go-live.</li><li>Work with IT and Finance teams to ensure system integrations, user permissions, and reporting are correctly configured.</li><li>The Sage Consultant will document processes, configurations, and user guides to support business continuity.</li><li>Monitor system performance and ensure data integrity and accuracy.</li><li>Liaise with vendors or consultants to resolve technical issues and optimise system functionality.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The Sage Intacct Consultant will have proven experience supporting Sage (200 / Intacct / X3 / other variant) or similar systems.</li><li>Strong IT Administration background - understanding of networks, permissions, system setups, and troubleshooting.</li><li>Experience in data migration (Excel, CSV imports, SQL, or ETL tools).</li><li>Ability to work with stakeholders across IT, Finance, and Operations.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and documentation abilities.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Global real estate organisation</li><li>Global organisation with offices in London </li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjc2NjM3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Group Reporting Manager on behalf of a Large Service business with offices in Bedford .</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Group Reporting Manager you will be integral to the strengthening of the Financial Accounting and Controls team and to add value across the Core Financial Accounting and Consolidation needs of the business. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><p>* Owning and leading the monthly and annual group accounts</p><p>* Ownership of the ongoing development of controls and reporting procedures</p><p>* Group reporting</p><p>* Year end statutory accounts</p><p>* Corporation tax packs</p><p>* Balance sheet recs</p><p>* IFRS issues</p><p>* Team Management</p><p>Your Profile.</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ideally with a Practice/Technical Background either looking to make your first move from Practice from Audit Manager level or will be a strong technical accountant within industry looking for your next challenge within a dynamic and developing organisation with massive plans for the future.</p><p>Company</p><p>The Business is a Leader in its field and is on a massive development and change programme currently.The role of Group Reporting Manager is integral to this development and change.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Group Reporting Manager in Bedford is working on a Hybrid Basis and Offering a Salary of £50-70K+ Excellent 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uODkxMzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
