<p data-start="297" data-end="585"><strong data-end="310" data-start="297">Location:</strong> Harlow<br / data-end="331" data-start="328"> <strong data-start="331" data-end="344">Contract:</strong> Temporary - January (with potential longer-term opportunity)<br data-end="408" data-start="405" /> <strong data-end="418" data-start="408">Hours:</strong> Full time, Monday to Friday (part-time long-term role available thereafter)<br data-start="494" data-end="497" /> <strong data-start="497" data-end="510">Pay rate:</strong> £15 - £18 per hour + holiday pay<br data-end="546" data-start="543" /> <strong data-start="546" data-end="561">Start date:</strong> First week of January</p><p data-start="587" data-end="956">Robert Half is exclusively recruiting on behalf of a school for an experienced <strong data-end="682" data-start="654">Temporary Office Manager</strong> to provide full-time cover throughout the month of January. This is a key role supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school office. There is also the opportunity for a <strong data-start="861" data-end="896">part-time, longer-term position</strong> following the temporary assignment for the right candidate.</p><h3 data-start="958" data-end="982">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="983" data-end="1608"><li data-end="1036" data-start="983"><p data-end="1036" data-start="985">Oversee the daily operations of the school office</p></li><li data-start="1037" data-end="1100"><p data-start="1039" data-end="1100">Line manage and support administrative staff where required</p></li><li data-end="1187" data-start="1101"><p data-start="1103" data-end="1187">Act as the first point of contact for parents, visitors, and external stakeholders</p></li><li data-end="1264" data-start="1188"><p data-start="1190" data-end="1264">Manage attendance records, pupil data, and general school administration</p></li><li data-end="1332" data-start="1265"><p data-start="1267" data-end="1332">Coordinate communications, correspondence, and diary management</p></li><li data-end="1425" data-start="1333"><p data-end="1425" data-start="1335">Support finance-related administration such as invoicing, orders, and expense processing</p></li><li data-start="1426" data-end="1527"><p data-start="1428" data-end="1527">Ensure compliance with school policies, safeguarding procedures, and data protection requirements</p></li><li data-start="1528" data-end="1608"><p data-end="1608" data-start="1530">Liaise with senior leadership to support operational needs during the period</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1634" data-start="1610">Person Specification</h3><ul data-end="2078" data-start="1635"><li data-end="1710" data-start="1635"><p data-start="1637" data-end="1710">Proven experience in an office management or senior administrative role</p></li><li data-end="1791" data-start="1711"><p data-end="1791" data-start="1713">Previous experience within a school or education setting is highly desirable</p></li><li data-start="1792" data-end="1842"><p data-start="1794" data-end="1842">Strong organisational and communication skills</p></li><li data-start="1843" data-end="1907"><p data-end="1907" data-start="1845">Confident managing multiple priorities in a busy environment</p></li><li data-start="1908" data-end="2011"><p data-start="1910" data-end="2011">Comfortable using Microsoft Office and school management systems (e.g. SIMS or similar - desirable)</p></li><li data-end="2078" data-start="2012"><p data-end="2078" data-start="2014">Professional, approachable, and able to hit the ground running</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2080" data-end="2099">The Opportunity</h3><ul data-start="2100" data-end="2362"><li data-end="2147" data-start="2100"><p data-end="2147" data-start="2102">Full-time temporary role throughout January</p></li><li data-end="2203" data-start="2148"><p data-end="2203" data-start="2150">Competitive hourly rate of £15-£18 plus holiday pay</p></li><li data-start="2204" data-end="2282"><p data-start="2206" data-end="2282">Potential to transition into a part-time, long-term position after January</p></li><li data-end="2362" data-start="2283"><p data-start="2285" data-end="2362">Opportunity to work in a supportive and well-established school environment</p></li></ul><p data-start="2364" data-end="2500">If you are immediately available and interested in supporting a school during a critical period, please apply today through Robert Half.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjQ5MzA1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a local manufacturing business to recruit a Finance Manager / Group Reporting Manager to support the Group Finance Director and oversee the finance operations for their group entities. This is a key role within a growing group, offering genuine impact, autonomy and visibility across the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the finance function for the legal entities and the group.</li><li>Lead and review month-end processes and prepare monthly reporting packs</li><li>Produce consolidated financial reporting.</li><li>Provide commentary, performance analysis and insight across the Group</li><li>Monitor and forecast Group cashflow</li><li>Review working capital movements and drive improvements</li><li>Coordinate annual budgets and half-year forecasting cycles</li><li>Act as the main contact for the year-end audit, preparing analysis and key deliverables</li><li>Support insurance renewals with financial analysis and data</li><li>Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed and reviewed</li><li>Support, train and cover team members as needed</li><li>Lead and contribute to process improvements (e.g. expense system rollout, BACs improvements, invoicing automation)<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Sound technical accounting knowledge, including consolidations and multi-currency</li><li>Highly organised, able to manage multiple deadlines under pressure</li><li>Experience training, supporting and developing finance team members</li><li>Strong attention to detail with a commercial mindset</li><li>Proficient Excel user<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><strong>Experience & Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience producing consolidated management reports</li><li>Strong understanding of internal controls</li><li>Experience in driving change, improving processes and coaching others</li><li>Fully qualified accountant - ideally ACCA or ACA </li></ul><p><strong>Salary and Benefits:</strong></p><p>The role if Finance Manager is offered with a salary of up to £65,000. This role will be based fully on site.</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjg0MjE1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>About the job</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnered with a global business in Cambridge in the recruitment of an Office Manager/PA on a 12 month fixed term contract. This role is to cover the maternity leave of a current member of staff, alongside a brief handover period.</p><p> </p><p>The role will be based in Central Cambridge near to public transport links with an <strong>expectation of being in the office full-time 5 days a week in their Cambridge offic</strong>e. This is a salaried role working directly with the business for a determinate period - the salary available is 32-35k per annum.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Daily Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><p>- Provide PA support to members of the team</p><p>- Attend team meetings</p><p>- Support and work with other PA's across the UK including covering of absences</p><p>- Report office updates to the Finance & Admin teams</p><p>- Arrange meetings and organise diaries - in person and Teams/Zoom calls</p><p>- Booking flights/hotels/trains</p><p>- Meeting and greeting of clients and/or any external guests</p><p>- Ordering office supplies</p><p>- Managing filing systems</p><p>- Maintaining condition of the office and generally acting as the "face" of the organisation</p><p>- New starter inductions</p><p>- Organising of events</p><p>- Various administrative duties as required</p><p> </p><p><strong>Experience required</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>-</strong> Previous experience in a PA/office manager type role</p><p>- A strong knowledge of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word and PowerPoint is essential</p><p>- Client-facing experience is considered highly advantageous</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjM5ODY1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a Aerospace organisation to recruit a 3rd Line Engineer on an initial 6 month contract basis. Bedford Based </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>The 3rd Line Engineeer will be responsible for the administration and 3rd line support of Networks</li><li>Administration and 3rd line support of Servers</li><li>Investigating and addressing technology risks and issues on the network</li><li>Maintaining and upgrading systems to remain in compliance against policy</li><li>Support of backend applications</li><li>Server and communication room remediation including cabling, UPS device installation/configuration.</li><li>Patching and logging data cabling</li><li style="display: inline !important;">Current state analysis of the IT Systems</li><li>Designing, Documenting, Implementation and manage improvements, such as network segmentation, sever builds, MFA, VPN improvements, additional network security</li><li>Maintaining data backup and restore. Designing, implementing, managing a solution to mitigate ransomware attacks.</li><li>Ensuring all patches are implemented in line with policy (Cyber Essentials)</li><li>Monitoring of firewalls server applications</li><li>Administration of Windows Servers & Linux Servers</li><li>Supporting service deployment activities by providing systems support, and participating in the design and development of new IT/OT services.</li><li>Designing and performing tests for the functionality, performance and manageability of IT services to support service transition activities.</li><li>Ensuring IT process and procedures are applied.</li><li>Ensuring that all system and operating documentation and knowledge is up to date and properly utilised.</li><li>Comply with the Health and Safety procedures and standards.</li><li>Carry out any other duties which may be required in order to facilitate the efficient and effective running of the department as requested by the IT Manager or Head of Digital & Technology.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The 3rd Line Engineer will have solid experience with Windows server experience (designing, configuring, managing)</li><li>Linux server experience (designing, configuring, managing)</li><li>VMware experience (designing, configuring, managing)</li><li>Networking experience (Switches, Firewalls, VPN's as minimum, ideally Cisco, Palo Alto and Barracuda devices)</li><li>Experience and knowledge of Secure by Design, Zero Trust, Cyber Essentials</li><li>Relevant certification in network and / or server management such as MCSE, CCNA, VMware certification, etc</li><li>SC security clearance</li><li>Experience in using IT Service Management tooling such as Managed Engine, ServiceNow, or similar.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading Aerospace organisation</li><li>Offices in Bedford </li><li>6 month initial contract </li><li>SC Clearance needed </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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjIwMzM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting a Payroll Manager on behalf of a Large Outsourced Services Provider with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Payroll Manager you will support the Finance Teams during an exciting period of growth to manage all payroll activities on behalf of clients whilst managing a small team. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>End-to-end processing of company payrolls including processing BACS/Faster Payments and pensions payments.</li><li>Payroll administration including filing, setting up new starters, HMRC tax codes and student loan updates</li></ul><ul><li>Termination payment calculations</li><li>P11Ds</li><li>Process increases and calculation of back pay</li><li>Month end RTI submissions</li><li>Support any required system updates, parallel runs, migrations, reconciliation and implementations</li><li>Regular reports to Senior Finance</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be an experienced Senior Payroll individual who has ideally lead teams and has experience within a multi-site/multi entity business ideally from a Bureau setting or similar who is able to work at a fast pace and with the ability to work both internally and externally with stakeholders.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Payroll Manager in Milton Keynes is working 5 days a week in the office with some flexibility and offering a salary of £40-50K.</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDM1OTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="364" data-start="178"><strong data-end="219" data-start="178">Temporary Secretariat Support Officer</strong><br data-end="222" data-start="219" /> 📍 <strong data-end="252" data-start="225">Saffron Walden / Hybrid</strong><br data-end="255" data-start="252" /> 🕒 <strong data-end="295" data-start="258">Temporary assignment - 3-4 months</strong><br data-end="298" / data-start="295"> 💷 <strong data-end="335" data-start="301">Hourly rate (PAYE or umbrella)</strong><br data-end="338" data-start="335" /> 📅 <strong data-end="364" data-start="341">Start: January 2026</strong></p><p data-end="681" data-start="366"><strong data-end="381" data-start="366">Robert Half</strong> is recruiting a <strong data-end="439" data-start="398">Temporary Secretariat Support Officer</strong> on behalf of a client based in <strong data-start="471" data-end="489">Saffron Walden</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance or board administrator to provide high-level secretariat support during a period of cover, working closely with senior leaders.</p><h3 data-start="683" data-end="695">The role</h3><p data-end="869" data-start="696">Reporting to the <strong data-end="731" data-start="713">Chief of Staff</strong>, you will support the <strong data-start="754" data-end="791">Governance & Secretariat function</strong>, ensuring the smooth and compliant operation of Board and Committee meetings.</p><p data-end="900" data-start="871">Key responsibilities include:</p><ul data-end="1518" data-start="901"><li data-end="1018" data-start="901"><p data-end="1018" data-start="903">Preparing for Board and Committee meetings, including drafting agendas, scheduling meetings, and collating papers</p></li><li data-start="1019" data-end="1132"><p data-end="1132" data-start="1021">Providing on-site and virtual administrative support (room bookings, technology setup, attendance management)</p></li><li data-end="1233" data-start="1133"><p data-end="1233" data-start="1135">Taking accurate minutes, capturing decisions and actions, and circulating documentation promptly</p></li><li data-start="1234" data-end="1296"><p data-end="1296" data-start="1236">Maintaining action logs, registers, and governance records</p></li><li data-start="1297" data-end="1398"><p data-start="1299" data-end="1398">Supporting governance and compliance processes, ensuring confidentiality and information security</p></li><li data-start="1399" data-end="1518"><p data-start="1401" data-end="1518">Building effective working relationships with Non-Executive Directors, Executive Directors, and senior stakeholders</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1533" data-start="1520">About you</h3><p data-end="1549" data-start="1534">You will bring:</p><ul data-end="2215" data-start="1550"><li data-start="1550" data-end="1644"><p data-start="1552" data-end="1644">Proven experience in <strong data-end="1597" data-start="1573">Secretariat Services</strong>, including Board or Committee administration</p></li><li data-start="1645" data-end="1714"><p data-start="1647" data-end="1714">Experience working within a <strong data-start="1675" data-end="1712">regulated or complex organisation</strong></p></li><li data-end="1794" data-start="1715"><p data-start="1717" data-end="1794">Confidence supporting senior leadership, including NEDs and Executive teams</p></li><li data-end="1865" data-start="1795"><p data-end="1865" data-start="1797">Strong minute-taking, organisation, and document management skills</p></li><li data-start="1866" data-end="1930"><p data-start="1868" data-end="1930">Excellent attention to detail, planning, and time management</p></li><li data-end="1990" data-start="1931"><p data-end="1990" data-start="1933">Clear and professional written and verbal communication</p></li><li data-end="2081" data-start="1991"><p data-start="1993" data-end="2081">Familiarity with board/committee portals (e.g. <strong data-end="2052" data-start="2040">Diligent</strong>) and governance frameworks</p></li><li data-end="2215" data-start="2082"><p data-start="2084" data-end="2215">A professional qualification or training in company/board secretarial practice (e.g. <strong data-end="2181" data-start="2169">CGI/ICSA</strong>) is desirable but not essential</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2217" data-end="2231">Why apply?</h3><p data-start="2232" data-end="2279">This temporary assignment offers the chance to:</p><ul data-end="2490" data-start="2280"><li data-start="2280" data-end="2347"><p data-start="2282" data-end="2347">Support effective governance and decision-making at Board level</p></li><li data-start="2348" data-end="2427"><p data-end="2427" data-start="2350">Work closely with senior leaders in a professional, high-impact environment</p></li><li data-start="2428" data-end="2490"><p data-start="2430" data-end="2490">Further develop your secretariat and governance experience</p></li></ul><p data-end="2610" data-start="2492">Please note: <strong data-end="2557" data-start="2505">occasional early morning or evening availability</strong> and <strong data-start="2562" data-end="2593">travel to meeting locations</strong> may be required.</p><p data-end="2768" data-start="2612"> </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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjkzNjIxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working for a world class institution to recruit for Head of Management Accounts based in Bedfordshire</p><p><strong>Salary between £55-65k</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>Reporting to the UK Financial Controller, this is an opportunity to lead the UK's management accounts Function, taking responsibility for 3 staff. The company operates the UK, US, France, Germany Finland trading entities with revenues of c.£40m and c.600 employees.</p><p><strong>Roles and responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Meeting all weekly, monthly and year-end internal reporting deadlines</li><li>Maintaining, improving and controlling the quality of the management accounts</li><li>Delivering accurate and timely financial reporting</li><li>Responsible for the management and development of the management accounting team (3 direct reports)</li><li>Accountable for the compliance of financial statements with Group Accounting policies, IFRS and relevant tax law</li><li>Preparation of subsidiary accounts for external reporting</li><li>Ongoing Balance Sheet control and review</li><li>Continually improving financial processes, including system improvements. Devising and implementing change across the business to drive efficiency</li><li>To provide ad-hoc business finance partnering to operations and group.</li><li>Supporting annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting process</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person Specification</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent with the key skills</li></ul><p><strong>Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Team management</li></ul><p><strong>Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Strong technical accounting background</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li><li>Management and leadership skills</li><li>Solid communication and presentation skills</li><li>Excellent relationship building skills</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMzI1NTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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 £70-80K + 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDkxMjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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>HEAD OF TALENT - PERMANENT - UP TO £85k + 10-20% BONUS - NORTHAMPTON - ONSITE</strong></p><p>Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a long-standing client who are looking for a permanent Head of Talent to join their team offering up to £85k + 10-20% bonus! You will take the lead in building a powerful, in-house recruitment engine and act as a strategic partner across the business. You'll drive top-tier hiring and influence their talent strategy at every stage as they continue to grow at pace.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Effectively managing the recruitment cycle for vacancies across the business.</li><li>Directly sourcing candidates for a range of positions, from executive level hires to junior graduate trainees.</li><li>Lead the existing Graduate Recruitment programme.</li><li>Liaising with senior stakeholders in the business to identify recruitment needs and support throughout each stage of the process.</li><li>Building effective relationships with recruitment agencies to assist with the identification of suitable candidates for roles.</li><li>Confidence and ability to effectively negotiate payment terms and rebate terms with external recruitment agencies.</li><li>Interviewing and communicating with candidates, as well drafting job descriptions and other media to support recruitment efforts.</li><li>Utilising recruitment software and digital solutions to drive efficiency and processes.</li><li>Consistently driving talent attraction via Social Media platforms, Job Boards, and LinkedIn Recruiter.</li><li>Hiring in high-volume/peak periods whilst supporting the Leadership Team in the delivery of exceptional talent into the business.</li><li>Organising and attending regional recruitment events to assist with recruitment, and travel as required to various locations in the UK for recruitment events and assessment days etc.</li><li>Working with the Leadership Team and COO to support with business change projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements: </strong></p><ul><li>5+ years' experience leading an in-house function or managing an agency office.</li><li>Helpful, but not a requirement, would be a sound understanding of a sales or finance environment.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of UK, and ROI right to work legislation.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to show accuracy and exemplary attention to detail.</li><li>Experience of working with data systems or ATS systems.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMDQ2MzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer</strong></p><p><strong>Leicester, Hybrid (1-2 days p/week onsite)</strong></p><p><strong>£40,000 -£50,000 DOE </strong></p><p>Are you an experienced Infrastructure Engineer ready to take your career to the next level?</p><p>Robert Half is seeking a highly skilled 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer to provide exemplary technical support and service for our client. You'll handle escalated technical issues, deliver cloud and on-prem maintenance, and drive project work across complex IT environments.</p><p><strong>Skills and Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 3 years' technical experience in a support environment, ideally within an MSP or similar setting.</li><li>Industry-recognized technical certifications (e.g., Microsoft, VMware).</li><li>Solid understanding and proven success with ITIL support methodologies.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills-able to thrive under pressure.</li><li>Deep knowledge of Microsoft technologies including Microsoft365, Active Directory, Group Policy, Exchange, and Windows Server (2012 and newer).</li><li>Practical experience supporting remote/virtual desktop environments (desirable).</li><li>Networking and firewall expertise; hands-on experience with Azure, VMware ESXi/vSphere (v6.0+), and Linux is desirable.</li><li>Proven practical knowledge of server, storage, and network hardware including cloud deployments (IaaS).</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Diagnose and troubleshoot server hardware, desktops, laptops, printers, Microsoft desktop applications, and networking issues efficiently.</li><li>Install and configure servers (physical and virtual), firewalls, desktops, laptops, and other infrastructure devices.</li><li>Manage endpoint solutions and Active Directory users/computers.</li><li>Multitask to resolve various technical issues and document your work clearly for effective team knowledge sharing.</li><li>Liaise with project teams to facilitate system implementations and upgrades.</li><li>Support pre-sales and Service Delivery Managers in both customer-facing and internal projects.</li><li>Participate in an on-call rota and ensure adherence to information security and compliance standards.</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/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjkyMDEzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Capital Accountant on behalf of a Specialist Manufacturing business with offices in Bedford.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Capital Accountant you will take responsibility for managing and developing the current reporting process and developing the current fixed asset reporting. Working closely with the Business Project Managers to produce monthly Contract Status reports for presentation to the senior management team. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>First point of contact for all fixed asset issues and accounting, including capital forecasting/budgeting.</li><li>Closely align with the business in its transformation activities relating to capital investment.</li><li>Track and report on capital projects performance against budgets and forecasts.</li><li>Assist the Business transformation team to raise Capital Application forms</li><li>Liaise with Central Finance to set up capital numbers</li><li>Produce a rolling CAPEX forecast</li><li>Develop the current process and set up month end reports on CAPEX spend</li><li>Set up month end reports to monitor and track spend.</li><li>Track and monitor purchase orders to enable the accurate reporting of outstanding commitment.</li><li>Responsibility for budgeting company annual CAPEX.</li><li>Responsible for managing the company Asset verification process and implementing a new verification system.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with Capex/Capital Reporting background within a fast paced complex business with the ability to work across finance and non-finance teams, senior stakeholder groups and wider contacts. This is an excellent opportunity within a changing and developing business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Capital Accountant is based in the office 3 days a week in Bedford 2 from home and offering a salary up to 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDA1NTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a rapidly growing, next-generation start-up based in Cambridge, as they look to hire an <strong>Assistant Management Accountant</strong> to join their expanding finance team.</p><p>This is a newly created role due to growth, reporting directly into the Financial Controller, and will play a key part in strengthening their financial foundations as they scale their R&D, manufacturing, and operational capabilities.</p><p>If you're looking for a role that offers true variety, exposure across the business, and the opportunity to develop your management accounting skills in a complex, high-growth environment - this provides exactly that.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Month-End & Management Accounts</strong></p><ul><li>Support preparation of monthly management accounts to review stage.</li><li>Prepare accruals, prepayments and journals with clear audit trails.</li><li>Reconcile key balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and control.</li><li>Assist with monthly reporting packs and variance analysis across scientific and operational departments.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Controls & Processes</strong></p><ul><li>Contribute to an efficient month-end close timetable.</li><li>Process monthly payroll to review stage for UK employees.</li><li>Complete bank reconciliations, purchasing card reconciliations and project spend analysis.</li><li>Support cashflow forecasting by maintaining robust cash schedules.</li></ul><p><strong>Project & Operational Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with project-level budget tracking across R&D and operational teams.</li><li>Partner with scientific and non-financial stakeholders to improve cost visibility and strengthen financial understanding.</li><li>Ensure accuracy of financial information relating to grants and external reporting requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & Other Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Support VAT returns, payroll reconciliations and external audit requests.</li><li>Assist with process improvements, system developments and automation initiatives.</li><li>Handle ad hoc finance tasks as required within a fast-moving environment.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Skills & Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Actively studying ACCA / CIMA / ACA.</li><li>Strong grounding in accounting principles and exposure to month-end processes.</li><li>Confident user of Excel (lookups, PivotTables, data analysis).</li><li>Comfortable working with both scientific and non-financial teams.</li><li>High attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a proactive mindset.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>Desirable Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience within biotech, pharma, life sciences or other regulated industries.</li><li>Understanding of project accounting, CAPEX, or R&D cost categories.</li><li>Exposure to process improvements, finance system rollouts or automation.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>The role of Assistant Management Accountant is offered with a competitive salary (dependent on experience) plus a strong benefits package. This company operates a <strong>hybrid model</strong>, with around <strong>two days a week in their Cambridge office</strong>.</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjU0NTYyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.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>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><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This is an exponentially growing environment trade and services business based in North London (N18). 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 Management Accountant to join their high-performing finance team. <strong>This role will be based full-time in the office.</strong></p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The Management Accountant for this growing environment trade and services business based in North London, will work closely with the Financial Controller in supporting financial reporting. They will also take ownership of the fixed asset register and responsible for other duties including:</p><ul><li>Assisting in preparing monthly management accounts including accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Performing variance analysis and contributing to the commentary around financials.</li><li>Assist in preparing financial summaries to support decision making by senior leadership.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register accurately.</li><li>Preparing monthly depreciation schedules and ensure accurate reporting.</li><li>Track and report on CapEx projects.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing.</li><li>Assist in regularly enhancing financial systems and various processes.</li><li>Provide ad hoc analysis and support across the wider business.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this Management Accountant position, should have the following attributes:</p><ul><li>Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a finance capacity, producing management account packs.</li><li>Experience with fixed asset register, as well as balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Can be a part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Confident with Excel</li><li>Experience with Access Financials would be advantageous</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£40,000 to £50,000 plus benefits including:</p><ul><li>Study support</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holiday</li><li>Career development plans</li><li>EV Car scheme & more!</li><li><strong>Full-time in office</strong></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/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjEwNTUzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.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><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>The Data Engineer will design, develop, and maintain data infrastructure to ensure reliability, scalability, and performance.</li><li>Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to fulfil their data requirements and support their work.</li><li>Collect and process datasets from various sources, ensuring data quality and integrity.</li><li>Implement efficient data models and schemas for storage and retrieval.</li><li>Optimise data processes for improved performance and efficiency.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve data pipeline issues swiftly and effectively.</li><li>Keep abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in data engineering, and continuously improve your skills and knowledge.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The Data Engineer will have mastery of data management and processing tools, including Power BI, Data Factory, Databricks, SQL Server, and Oracle.</li><li>Proficient in SQL and experienced in database administration.</li><li>Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading financial services organisation with offices in London</li><li>Hybrid working </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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjYyMTMyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Head of FP+A on behalf of a Global Sales business with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Head of FP+A you will need to be a highly motivated leader with a proven record of steering business performance at both strategic and operational levels. You will closely with the Managing Director, senior leadership team and CFO to help drive decision making and improved performance. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Act as a key finance partner to the MD, CFO, and UK Board, shaping strategy, and defining the UK financial and controlling framework in line with global standards.</li><li>Leading the evaluation of major strategic initiatives across pricing and sales network development</li><li>Lead end-to-end performance management, driving planning, forecasting, governance, KPI setting, and profitability analysis to ensure clarity, and delivery of financial targets.</li><li>Own planning and forecasting, driving annual plans, cost control, investment appraisal, and scenario modelling to enable agile, informed decision-making.</li><li>Lead and develop a high-performing team, and drive cross-functional collaboration across UK and global finance</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant already working at a Senior Commercial level such as Commercial Finance Manager with strong experience across FP+A, leadership and commercial controlling. Previous experience within a Matrix sales organisation would be of benefit.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Head of FP+A is based in Milton Keynes and working 3 days a week in the office and offering a salary of up to £80K + 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uMjgwMTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3 data-end="145" data-start="84"><strong data-start="88" data-end="143">People Advisor - Hybrid (2 days per week in office)</strong></h3><p data-end="250" data-start="146"><strong data-end="171" data-start="146">Salary: Up to £40,000</strong><br data-start="171" data-end="174" /> <strong data-end="201" data-start="174">Location: Milton Keynes</strong><br / data-start="201" data-end="204"> <strong data-start="204" data-end="250">Recruiting exclusively through Robert Half</strong></p><p data-end="462" data-start="252">An opportunity for an experienced People/HR Advisor to join a busy, collaborative HR team, providing end-to-end support across the full employee lifecycle and driving continuous improvement in People processes.</p><h3 data-start="464" data-end="492"><strong data-end="492" data-start="468">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-end="1342" data-start="493"><li data-end="602" data-start="493"><p data-end="602" data-start="495">Provide first-line HR advice to managers across disciplinary, grievance, performance and absence matters.</p></li><li data-start="603" data-end="698"><p data-start="605" data-end="698">Manage long-term sickness cases, occupational health referrals, and medical report reviews.</p></li><li data-start="699" data-end="780"><p data-start="701" data-end="780">Review and update HR policies, procedures, and performance/absence processes.</p></li><li data-end="895" data-start="781"><p data-end="895" data-start="783">Create and analyse People data using HRIS and Excel, producing dashboards and reports for senior stakeholders.</p></li><li data-start="896" data-end="1030"><p data-end="1030" data-start="898">Support People-related projects including HRIS enhancements, reward/benefits improvements, induction and line manager development.</p></li><li data-start="1031" data-end="1114"><p data-end="1114" data-start="1033">Assist with recruitment activity and talent attraction initiatives when needed.</p></li><li data-start="1115" data-end="1196"><p data-end="1196" data-start="1117">Contribute to annual reporting requirements (including gender pay reporting).</p></li><li data-start="1197" data-end="1276"><p data-start="1199" data-end="1276">Support culture, engagement and change initiatives across the organisation.</p></li><li data-end="1342" data-start="1277"><p data-end="1342" data-start="1279">Maintain People-related audit actions and uphold HSE standards.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1344" data-end="1361"><strong data-end="1361" data-start="1348">About You</strong></h3><ul data-start="1362" data-end="1760"><li data-start="1362" data-end="1416"><p data-end="1416" data-start="1364">Strong, up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law.</p></li><li data-start="1417" data-end="1450"><p data-start="1419" data-end="1450">CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent).</p></li><li data-end="1531" data-start="1451"><p data-end="1531" data-start="1453">Confident advising managers, influencing stakeholders and managing ER cases.</p></li><li data-end="1607" data-start="1532"><p data-end="1607" data-start="1534">Highly organised, analytical and comfortable with HR systems and Excel.</p></li><li data-start="1608" data-end="1698"><p data-start="1610" data-end="1698">Collaborative, pragmatic and solutions-focused, with a continuous improvement mindset.</p></li><li data-end="1760" data-start="1699"><p data-end="1760" data-start="1701">Experience with ISO processes or energy sector (desirable).</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1787" data-start="1762"><strong data-end="1787" data-start="1766">What You'll Bring</strong></h3><ul data-start="1788" data-end="2008"><li data-start="1788" data-end="1849"><p data-end="1849" data-start="1790">Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.</p></li><li data-end="1927" data-start="1850"><p data-end="1927" data-start="1852">Ability to work independently, take ownership and prioritise effectively.</p></li><li data-start="1928" data-end="2008"><p data-start="1930" data-end="2008">Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to process improvement.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuOTM0NzIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Project Finance Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with Project Directors and Architects to manage budgets, forecasts, and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Coordinate and process changes to project financials - including scope adjustments, fee variations, and resourcing changes - ensuring updates are accurately reflected across the accounting system, forecasts, and internal reports.</li><li>Review and reconcile project amendments to maintain consistency between contractual documentation, project schedules, and accounting.</li><li>Produce and maintain project forecast vs. actual reports; identify deviations, analyse causes, and support corrective actions.</li><li>Provide clear insight to senior leadership on revenue recognition, utilisation, and margin performance.</li><li>Oversee invoicing and WIP management, ensuring revenue is recognised in line with project progress and contractual milestones.</li><li>Liaise with project leads to monitor sub-consultant and supplier costs and ensure timely approvals and billing.</li><li>Support compliance with timesheet completion and data integrity for all project-related entries.</li></ul><p> <strong>Financial and Management Accounting:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare project and department-level profitability reporting for internal review and consolidation.</li><li>Support credit control and cashflow forecasting through accurate monitoring of project billings and receipts.</li><li>Support the Head of Financial Reporting & Control in implementing and refining project accounting procedures, including fee change tracking, project closeout reconciliations, and variance analysis.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement of financial systems and ensuring data consistency and workflow efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified or finalist accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA).</li><li>Strong experience in project accounting, ideally within architecture, engineering, or professional services.</li><li>Strong understanding of project costing, WIP, and margin analysis.</li><li>Excellent Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modelling).</li><li>Experience with Sage 200, Deltek, or similar project accounting systems.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, analytical mindset, and commercial awareness.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with creative teams.</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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuMjk5NzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Wisbech, Cambridgeshire</strong></p><p><strong>Permanent | Full-time</strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing business based in <strong>Wisbech, North Cambridgeshire</strong>, to recruit a <strong>Financial Controller</strong>. This is a key leadership role within the finance function, offering a genuine progression pathway to <strong>Finance Director</strong> level as the organisation continues to expand and modernise.</p><p>The successful candidate will play a pivotal part in driving process improvement, implementing new and simplified reporting tools, and supporting the business on its journey towards greater financial efficiency and insight.</p><p><strong>This role also offers the unique perk of a 4 day week (Monday-Thursday) but paid as a full-time salary.</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure timely completion of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and consolidation of international entity results</li><li>Oversee general ledger integrity, balance sheet reconciliations, and all purchase and sales invoicing processes</li><li>Manage and develop a finance team of five</li><li>Take ownership of VAT returns, statutory reporting, and all government submissions</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors</li><li>Oversee daily cashflow management and forecast future cash requirements</li><li>Manage loan stock drawdowns and monitor funding positions</li><li>Analyse monthly stock movements and payments across different stock classes</li><li>Provide insightful expenditure analysis and commentary to support management decision-making</li><li>Ensure compliance with all funding covenants and reporting obligations</li><li>Take full responsibility for staff payroll operations</li><li>Manage key supplier and customer relationships, including potential overseas travel where required</li></ul><p><strong>Experience & Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified <strong>ACCA / CIMA / ACA</strong></li><li>Proven experience in managing and developing a finance team</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and analytical ability</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills</li><li>Confident operating in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a desire to streamline and improve reporting processes</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjIzMTAwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half have been engaged to recruit an<strong> Interim Purchase Ledger / Accounts Assistant</strong> for a business based in <strong>Huntingdon</strong>. Our client is seeking someone who can hit the ground running, with an <strong>immediate start preferred</strong>.</p><p>To succeed in this role, you will have prior experience in a similar finance position, ideally within a manufacturing environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Managing the Accounts inbox and organising emails into the correct folders</li><li>Processing invoices and credit notes into the ERP system</li><li>Working closely with the Finance Manager to collate payment requests and match invoices</li><li>Preparing payment summaries and schedules for the month-end payment run</li><li>Allocating payments from the bank statement and completing bank reconciliations</li></ul><p><strong> </strong><strong>Package & Assignment</strong></p><ul><li>Up to £15/16 per hour</li><li>Initial 3-month contract, with potential to go permanent based on performance</li></ul><p>NB: Candidates must drive/have their own method of transportation. The site is not accessible on public transport.</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjY4MTIyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Project Accountant on behalf of a Specialist Manufacturing business with offices in Bedford.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Project Accountant Capital Accountant you support all project reporting and forecasting for the business working closely with Project Teams to produce increased WIP reporting and forecasts for presentation to the senior management team and external customers. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Produce Flash Orders, revenue and margin reports</li><li>Contract accounting Revenue recognition IFRS15, margin reporting</li><li>Calculate monthly provision analysis</li><li>Producing a monthly cost of sales forecast</li><li>Produce a contract profitability analysis detailing revenue and margin by contract.</li><li>Produce supporting monthly balance sheet reconciliations for contract Asset and liability balances and provisions.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and 5 year planning</li><li>Attend monthly contract status review meetings</li><li>Attend project profitability meetings, supporting Project managers.</li><li>Attend some bid meetings</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with previous experience within Project Accounting in a fast paced complex business with experience of working with project managers and with excellent excel and spreadsheet modelling skills. You will have the ability to work across finance and non-finance teams, senior stakeholder groups and wider contacts. This is an excellent opportunity within a changing and developing business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Project Accountant is based in the office 3 days a week in Bedford 2 from home and offering a salary up to 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTU4ODYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading real estate organisation to recruit a Data Engineer on a contract basis - Hybrid Working - London based - Outside IR35</p><p>In this role, you will manage and optimise the data infrastructure, driving insights and supporting our decision-making processes. Your expertise will be crucial in contributing to our organisation's data-driven success. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and make a significant impact on our business</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>The Data Engineer will design, develop, and maintain data infrastructure to ensure reliability, scalability, and performance.</li><li>Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to fulfil their data requirements and support their work.</li><li>Collect and process datasets from various sources, ensuring data quality and integrity.</li><li>Implement efficient data models and schemas for storage and retrieval.</li><li>Optimise data processes for improved performance and efficiency.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve data pipeline issues swiftly and effectively.</li><li>Keep abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in data engineering, and continuously improve your skills and knowledge.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The Data Engineer will demonstrated experience as a Data Engineer, with a strong track record of success.</li><li>Mastery of data management and processing tools, including Power BI, Data Factory, Databricks, SQL Server, and Oracle.</li><li>Proficient in SQL and experienced in database administration.</li><li>Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Rapidly growing real estate organisation</li><li>Hybrid working - 2/3 day per week onsite</li><li>Outside IR35</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjM1OTYxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a rapidly growing SaaS organisation to recruit a Data Analyst on a contract basis. Hybrid working - London based </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><ul><li>The Data Analyst will have analytical Expertise: Strong experience in data analysis, financial modelling, and commercial reporting.</li><li>Technical Proficiency: Advanced Excel and SQL skills; experience with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker) preferred.</li><li>Stakeholder Management: Ability to collaborate with teams across finance, sales, marketing, and operations.</li><li>Commercial Mindset: Strong understanding of revenue drivers, pricing strategies, and business performance metrics.</li><li>Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to translate data into strategic recommendations.</li><li>Industry Experience: Experience in SaaS, fintech, e-commerce, or a fast-paced commercial environment is a plus.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>The Data Analyst will have strong data Analysis & Insights: Extract, analyse, and interpret large datasets to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.</li><li>Revenue Performance Tracking: Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to monitor revenue performance, sales effectiveness, and business KPIs.</li><li>Business Partnering: Collaborate with Data and Rev Ops teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and optimise business processes.</li><li>Forecasting & Modelling: Support revenue forecasting, scenario planning, and pricing strategy with robust financial models.</li><li>Process Improvement: Work with cross-functional teams to streamline reporting, improve data accuracy, and enhance automation.</li><li>Strategic Recommendations: Translate complex data into actionable insights to support business growth and efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Rapidly growing SaaS organisation with offices in London</li><li>Hybrid working </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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjIwNTgwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">