<p style="text-align: justify;">Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Horwood Homewares to recruit a Finance Director on a permanent basis to be based in Avonmouth, Bristol. This is a great opportunity to join an established business with growth plans on the horizon, a wholesale supplier of cookware and kitchenware established in 1896. Reporting to the Managing Director and joining the senior leadership team, this is a highly visible role in an omnichannel business looking to grow.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;">The Finance Director position is a blend of providing strategic direction whilst owning the finance function and remaining hands on where needed. A role that would suit an existing finance leader with exposure to a high-volume/stock-based environment looking to ensure robust financial control, commercial insight and support decision making to scale the business. An exciting role for the right person!</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p><strong>About Horwood Homewares…</strong></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Horwood Homewares are a wholesale supplier of cookware and kitchenware established in 1896. They proudly manufacture and own long-standing British kitchenware brands Stellar and Judge, as well as their reusable and sustainable brand, Smidge.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">With over a century of expertise and experience, they know the industry inside and out, from the production line to the shop floor. Now part of a multinational group, distribution has grown to include not only most of the UK and Irish territories but also key European and global marketplaces.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">With products featured in major publications such as Good Housekeeping, mumsnet, The Independent through to a debut supporting role in Downton Abbey.</p><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;">- Kitchen Experts since 1896 -</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Finance Director Role…</strong></p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts and associated commentary</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting, cashflow management and reporting</li><li>Delivery of statutory accounts and statutory reporting</li><li>Oversee working capital including inventory, supply chain and treasury areas</li><li>Provide key insight and analysis for decision making around pricing, margin, profitability and product/channel performance</li><li>Analyse and report marketing/sales metrics within an omnichannel environment</li><li>Collaborate across all function areas from sales to operations to supply chain, supporting growth initiatives whilst ensuring cost optimisation</li><li>Lead and develop the finance team, innovate and drive improvements</li><li>Lead on areas of process improvement, systems enhancements, automation and adoption of new processes/tools to ensure the business is efficient and ready to grow</li><li>Overall management of the IT function</li><li>Ensure compliance with key regulatory requirements including VAT, corporation tax and leading the audit.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you…</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)</li><li>Prior experience within an SME environment</li><li>Exposure to related industry with high volume transactions and stock movement (retail, wholesale, manufacturing, distribution, FMCG)</li><li>Blend of financial control and commercial capability</li><li>Strong leadership, ability to lead and develop a team</li><li>Netsuite experience desirable</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on offer…</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary for an SME Finance Director position</li><li>Performance related bonus</li><li>Company car</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>Enhanced Pension contributions</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Death in Service - 4x annual salary</li><li>Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home</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/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci45OTk3MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are proud to be exclusively partnering with Summer Fields School to recruit a Senior Finance Officer. This position plays a central role in the school's finance team, offering a unique opportunity to join one of the country's leading prep schools with a reputation spanning over 160 years. </p><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Finance Officer</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Summertown, North Oxford</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000 - £43,000 depending on experience</p><p><strong>Full-time | Small collaborative team | Beautiful 70-acre campus</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is a full-boarding and day school for approximately 300 boys aged 4-13. The school offers excellent teaching, traditional values and exceptional pastoral care, with outstanding exam results achieved by leavers who regularly win scholarships to top public schools in the country.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit Bursary team in a friendly, community-focused environment where staff wellbeing is a priority. Many staff have been at the school for years, testament to the positive working culture.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>This is a key role in the school's finance team, ensuring the effective, accurate and timely delivery of core financial operations. This position will lead on fee billing and credit control, nominal ledger activities, and oversees the day‑to‑day running of the Accounts Payable function.</p><p>As the primary contact for finance‑related enquiries, the Senior Finance Officer helps maintain strong financial controls, supports high‑quality management reporting, and contributes to the overall financial integrity and stewardship of the school.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Main duties include:</strong></p><p><strong>Fee Billing & Credit Control: </strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, issue and reconcile termly fee invoices, including extras and bursaries.</li><li>Liaise with parents and resolve fee queries.</li><li>Credit control activities: monitor debtor balances and follow up overdue accounts.</li><li>Reconcile fee income to bank receipts and the general ledger.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Accounts Payable</strong></p><p>Oversight of the purchase ledger, with day-to-day activities predominantly being carried out by the Finance Assistant:</p><ul><li>Monitor the finance inbox.</li><li>Ensure accurate coding and authorisation of invoices and timely payment of suppliers.</li><li>Review supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Prepare payment runs, ensuring compliance with internal controls and approvals.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Nominal Ledger, Journals & Reconciliations:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate nominal ledger records in line with the school's chart of accounts.</li><li>Prepare monthly journals including prepayments, accruals and payroll journals.</li><li>Perform regular balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Support month, term and year‑end close, ensuring deadlines are met.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>VAT Returns:</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of VAT return workings, including partial exemption calculations and ensuring correct VAT treatment across income and expenditure.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Other:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide timely financial information to the Finance Director and budget holders.</li><li>Assist with preparation of management accounts and analytical reviews.</li><li>Support the annual budgeting process, including collation of departmental information.</li><li>Prepare schedules for the external audit and respond to auditor queries.</li><li>Ensure the finance system is used effectively and identify and implement opportunities to automate and simplify processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key skills and experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience in a similar finance role, ideally within a school or charity.</li><li>High level of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, able to engage professionally with parents and staff.</li><li>Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Full time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Minimum three days per week on-site in Summertown, Oxford</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary and benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>6 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Pension - employer contributions of 4% for the first two years of service, 6% after two years</li><li>Group life assurance of three times annual salary</li><li>Private medical insurance provided by the school, which is a taxable benefit</li><li>On-site parking</li><li>Lunch on-site during term time</li><li>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Annual flu vaccination</li><li>Membership of Staff Swimming Club</li><li>Discounted on-site holiday activity clubs</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p><p>Summer Fields is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMjk4ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
Description<br><br><p data-start="171" data-end="486">We're looking for an IT Risk & Compliance Analyst to join our team and help strengthen how IT risks are identified, assessed, and managed across the organisation. You'll work closely with technical specialists and business stakeholders to ensure technology risks are clearly understood, monitored, and addressed.</p><p data-end="506" data-start="488"><strong data-end="506" data-start="488">What you'll do</strong></p><ul><li>Support IT risk assessments and facilitate risk review sessions with stakeholders</li><li>Maintain and update IT risk registers and track ongoing risk exposure</li><li>Analyse risk scenarios and contribute to clear, actionable risk reporting</li><li>Recommend proportionate and cost-effective controls to reduce IT risk</li><li>Collect, challenge, and report on key risk indicators</li><li>Prepare risk updates for governance forums and committees</li><li>Track and report IT risk events and emerging issues</li><li>Support programmes and agile teams by identifying risks linked to IT change</li><li>Help maintain risk processes, guidance, and training materials</li></ul><p data-end="1164" data-start="1143"><strong data-start="1143" data-end="1164">What you'll bring</strong></p><ul><li>A solid understanding of IT systems, processes, and controls</li><li>The ability to explain technical risk topics clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences</li><li>Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and an ability to see wider impacts</li><li>Confidence working with data to support risk analysis and decision-making</li><li>A collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently when required</li><li>A customer-focused approach and strong communication skills</li></ul><p data-end="1671" data-start="1647"><strong data-end="1671" data-start="1647">Desirable experience</strong></p><ul><li>Exposure to highly regulated environments</li><li>Familiarity with recognised frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001, or NIST</li><li>Experience working with auditors or formal assurance activities</li><li>Knowledge of quantitative risk methods such as FAIR</li></ul><p data-end="1963" data-start="1945"><strong data-start="1945" data-end="1963">Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or a related discipline</li><li>Practical experience performing IT or cyber risk analysis</li><li>Relevant risk or security certifications are an advantage</li></ul><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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby4xNjM1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1> </h1><p>Robert Half are working with a well-established business based in North Bristol who are looking to bring in an experienced interim to support a critical period of change within their finance function.</p><p>Following recent team changes, the business has identified clear capability gaps and a pressing need to stabilise and improve core finance processes - particularly where manual, Excel-based workflows are currently creating operational risk. This is a hands-on role where you will make a tangible impact from day one.</p><ul><li>Immediate start required</li><li>Day rate up to £350 per day</li><li>Flexible hybrid working arrangements</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Streamline and automate existing workflows, with a focus on Excel, reporting and data handling</li><li>Leverage Office 365 tools - including Power Automate - to reduce manual effort and increase reliability</li><li>Identify and address areas where manual processes are creating issues.</li><li>Support day-to-day treasury activities including allocations, receipts, payments and invoicing</li><li>Ensure core processes are as automated and robust as possible</li><li>Build and enhance reporting tools that integrate across the wider group structure</li><li>Ensure consistency and visibility of financial data across multiple entities</li><li>Support integration between Sage and other group systems, including SAP.</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong Excel and data analytics skills - comfortable working with large data sets and building automated solutions</li><li>Demonstrable experience in process improvement and automation, ideally using Power Automate or similar tools</li><li>Solid grounding in accounting fundamentals, particularly treasury and transactional finance</li><li>Proven ability to hit the ground running in an interim capacity and deliver results quickly</li><li>Confident communicator able to work across finance and operational teams</li></ul><p>For more information, or to apply please respond to this advert or contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400.</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/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjg4MDQyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are currently recruiting for a 6 month contract, Finance Business Analyst for a fantastic business in Wiltshire. </p><p>You will be required to work onsite 1 day per week. </p><p>The role will be to support the implementation of a finance ERP system by analysing current finance processes, defining business requirements, and helping design future-state processes aligned to ERP best practice.</p><p><strong>Core Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Process Analysis & Mapping</strong></li><ul><li>Lead workshops to document as-is finance processes (AP, AR, GL, month-end, reporting, etc.).</li><li>Identify inefficiencies, control gaps, and improvement opportunities.</li><li>Produce clear, visual process maps and supporting documentation.</li></ul><li><strong>Requirements & Solution Design</strong></li><ul><li>Translate business needs into clear ERP requirements and design specifications.</li><li>Perform gap analysis between current processes and ERP functionality.</li><li>Support customisation, reporting, and analytics requirements.</li></ul><li><strong>To-Be Process Design</strong></li><ul><li>Work with ERP vendors/partners to define future-state processes.</li><li>Align processes, controls, roles, and approvals to ERP best practice where possible.</li><li>Identify required changes to policies, access, and operating model.</li></ul><li><strong>Project & Delivery Support</strong></li><ul><li>Contribute to process documentation, RACI, SOPs, and procedure guides.</li><li>Support data readiness, cleansing, mapping, and migration activities.</li><li>Assist with UAT planning and execution, training materials, and cutover activities.</li><li>Track issues, actions, and decisions for finance-related workstreams.</li></ul><li><strong>Integration & Data Flow</strong></li><ul><li>Support definition of system integrations, data mappings, and interfaces with other business systems.</li><li>Ensure solution designs meet business and architectural requirements.</li></ul><li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement</strong></li><ul><li>Act as a bridge between finance, IT, and implementation partners.</li><li>Present findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul></ul><p><strong>Essential Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience as a <strong>Business Analyst on ERP or finance system implementations</strong>.</li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>core finance processes</strong>.</li><li>Expertise in <strong>process mapping, requirements gathering, and documentation</strong>.</li><li>Confident facilitator with strong stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Clear written, visual, and verbal communication.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with ERP platforms (e.g. Business Central, Dynamics, NetSuite, SAP, Sage).</li><li>Exposure to <strong>data migration, UAT, and change management</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Deliverables</strong></p><ul><li>As-is and to-be process maps.</li><li>Business requirements catalogue and gap analysis.</li><li>ERP solution and customisation specifications.</li><li>UAT scenarios, SOPs, training inputs, and RACI documentation.</li></ul><p>If you are immediately available then please apply to this advert or call 01793 571 900 and ask for Thamina. </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/dGhhbWluYS5zYWxhbS40MTM5NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are looking for a Finance Systems Analyst to support the implementation of a finance ERP system by analysing current finance processes, defining business requirements, and helping design future-state processes aligned to ERP best practice.</p><p>Based near Cirencester, with hybrid working.</p><p>* Process Analysis & Mapping Lead workshops to document as-is finance processes (AP, AR, GL, month-end, reporting, etc.). </p><p>Identify inefficiencies, control gaps, and improvement opportunities. Produce clear, visual process maps and supporting documentation.</p><p>* Requirements & Solution Design Translate business needs into clear ERP requirements and design specifications. Perform gap analysis between current processes and ERP functionality. Support customisation, reporting, and analytics requirements.</p><p>* To-Be Process Design o Work with ERP vendors/partners to define future-state processes. Align processes, controls, roles, and approvals to ERP best practice where possible. Identify required changes to policies, access, and operating model.</p><p>* Project & Delivery Support o Contribute to process documentation, RACI, SOPs, and procedure guides. Support data readiness, cleansing, mapping, and migration activities. Assist with UAT planning and execution, training materials, and cutover activities. Track issues, actions, and decisions for finance-related workstreams.</p><p>* Integration & Data Flow Support definition of system integrations, data mappings, and interfaces with other business systems. Ensure solution designs meet business and architectural requirements.</p><p>* Stakeholder Engagement Act as a bridge between finance, IT, and implementation partners. Present findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</p><p>Essential Skills & Experience</p><p>* Proven experience as a Business Analyst on ERP or finance system implementations.</p><p>* Strong understanding of core finance processes.</p><p>* Expertise in process mapping, requirements gathering, and documentation.</p><p>* Confident facilitator with strong stakeholder management skills.</p><p>* Clear written, visual, and verbal communication. </p><p>* Experience with ERP platforms (e.g. Business Central, Dynamics, NetSuite, SAP, Sage).</p><p>* Exposure to data migration, UAT, and change management. Key Deliverables</p><p>* As-is and to-be process maps.</p><p>* Business requirements catalogue and gap analysis.</p><p>* ERP solution and customisation specifications.</p><p>* UAT scenarios, SOPs, training inputs, and RACI documentation.</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci43NjAzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting an FP&A Analyst role on a permanent basis with a growing business based in Cheltenham. This is a hybrid role suiting someone who is actively studying (atleast PQ) or has recently qualified with proven analytical skills.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>The FP&A Analyst will play a key role in forecasting, budgeting and long-term planning, partnering closely with stakeholders across the organisation. This is a great opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys turning complex data into clear insight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Building and maintaining complex financial models, forecasts and scenario analysis.</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and three-year planning processes.</li><li>Providing insightful analysis to highlight risks, opportunities and performance trends.</li><li>Working closely with stakeholders to develop robust modelling assumptions.</li><li>Tracking benefits from strategic initiatives and improvement programmes.</li><li>Producing analysis for investor and funding requests.</li><li>Reviewing costs and identifying efficiency and improvement opportunities.</li><li>Supporting cashflow reporting and management.</li><li>Assisting with acquisition analysis and due diligence.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement in reporting and processes.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The FP&A Analyst role would suit someone with the following skills or attributes:</p><ul><li>Newly qualified and upwards ACA / ACCA / CIMA.</li><li>A background in FP&A, financial analysis or financial modelling.</li><li>Strong excel skills: financial modelling is essential.</li><li>Power BI, SQL or Power query would be an advantage.</li><li>Strong communication skills.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Package: </strong></p><ul><li>£50,000-60,000 base salary.</li><li>Private healthcare.</li><li>Competitive pension.</li><li>Hybrid working (2 days from home).</li><li>Subsidised parking.</li><li>Supportive, people-focused culture with a strong emphasis on well being</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/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjQyODMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a permanent Head of Internal Audit for a dynamic organisation based in the Cardiff area.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">The Head of Internal Audit leads the organisation's internal audit function, providing independent assurance that the company's risk management, governance, and internal control processes are operating effectively.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">This role acts as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, Audit Committee and Risk & Compliance Committee while maintaining the independence required for objective oversight.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">You will:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11.0pt;">Develop and execute a risk‑based internal audit strategy aligned with organisational goals.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Provide strategic insights to the Board, Audit Committee, Risk & Compliance Committee and Executive Leadership Team.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Maintain unrestricted, reciprocal access to the Audit Committee, the Risk & Compliance Committee, and their Chairs, ensuring open communication and timely escalation of significant risks, issues, and assurance matters as required.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Prepare and deliver the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessment and regulatory requirements, in agreement with the Audit Committee.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Oversee the execution of operational, financial, compliance, and IT audits.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Serve as Chair of the Internal Risk Management Committee, providing strategic leadership, oversight, and</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">challenge to ensure effective identification, assessment, and management of organisational risks.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Present audit findings, insights, and recommendations to the Audit Committee and senior management.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Build strong relationships across the business while maintaining independence.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-size: 11.0pt;">Champion continuous improvement across the Internal Audit function and the wider organisation by enhancing audit methodologies, leveraging data‑driven insights</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">We need:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Professional qualification such as CMIIA, CIA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Proven experience leading an internal audit function or senior audit team.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">On offer:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">A salary of to £95,000 plus a generous bonus, generous pension and benefits package and flexible, hybrid working.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjMyNTczLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a leading organisation within the <strong>education and not-for-profit sector</strong> is seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Head of FP&A</strong> to step into a critical leadership role at short notice.</p><p>This is a high-impact assignment requiring an individual who can quickly assess, stabilise and enhance financial planning and reporting processes, while providing clear insight to senior stakeholders.</p><p><strong>INTERIM HEAD OF FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS</strong></p><p><strong>South West (On-Site)</strong><br /> <strong>£400 - £500 per day (inside IR35)</strong><br /> <strong>Immediate Start |3-6 Month Contract</strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will take ownership of the organisation's FP&A function during a key period of planning and financial oversight.</p><p>This is an <strong>on-site role</strong>, requiring a strong physical presence to engage with stakeholders, support the finance team and drive improvements at pace.</p><p>You will be expected to operate with minimal handover, quickly building credibility and delivering value from day one.</p><p><strong>Key Priorities (First 3-6 Months)</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and deliver the <strong>budgeting and forecasting cycle</strong></li><li>Review and strengthen <strong>financial models and forecasting accuracy</strong></li><li>Improve <strong>management reporting, KPIs and insight for senior leadership</strong></li><li>Provide <strong>scenario analysis and decision support</strong> during a period of change</li><li>Support and guide a <strong>small FP&A team</strong></li><li>Identify quick wins in <strong>process improvement, automation and data quality</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own rolling forecasts, variance analysis and financial performance reporting</li><li>Deliver clear, concise insight to senior stakeholders and non-finance audiences</li><li>Partner with budget holders to improve financial understanding and control</li><li>Support strategic initiatives, investment appraisals and business cases</li><li>Enhance use of financial systems and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI, planning systems)</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>Proven track record in <strong>interim FP&A or senior finance roles</strong></li><li>Strong experience delivering <strong>budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling under time pressure</strong></li><li>Comfortable operating in <strong>ambiguous or evolving environments</strong></li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence quickly</li><li>Advanced Excel and strong experience with BI / planning tools</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in education, public sector or not-for-profit organisations</li><li>Experience stepping into roles at short notice and delivering rapid impact</li></ul><p><strong>Key Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Available to start <strong>immediately or within 1 week</strong></li><li>Able to commit to a <strong>6-month assignment</strong></li><li>Willing to work <strong>on-site in the South West</strong></li></ul><p> I look forward to reviewing your application, this is a organisation with a strong culture and ambitious vision, a great place to work, well respected across the south-west. <br /><br /></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/ZGFuaWVsLndpbGxpYW1zLjU2ODkwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong> GROUP FINANCE DIRECTOR </strong></p><p><br /> I am proud to be the retained search partner to a well-established, reputable and highly profitable pharmaceutical manufacturing group that has a diverse range of products across its five business units. Due to internal change they now seek to recruit a Group CFO that will oversee business unit performance, develop Divisional Finance Directors, identify acquisition opportunities, steer growth strategy through partnership with operational leadership and manage the relationship with the board.<br /> </p><p>This role would be based from their Beaconsfield HQ with the opportunity to work from home 1-2 days per week.</p><p><br /> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Financial Leadership:</strong></li><ul><li>Develop and implement group-wide financial strategies aligned with the individual business's strategy and business goals.</li><li>Advise the Group Chief Executive and executive team on financial planning, risk management, and investment opportunities.</li></ul><li><strong>Financial Operations & Reporting:</strong></li><ul><li>Provision of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated group management accounts and reports to the board and executive team.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li>Provide strong support and challenge to all capital expenditure proposals across the group to ensure strong return on investments.</li><li>Responsible for monthly Group management accounts.</li><li>Responsible for effective management of the Group's cash position including FX and treasury.</li></ul><li><strong>Compliance & Risk Management:</strong></li><ul><li>Ensuring compliance with all financial, accounting and tax requirements for the Group, working with external advisors as appropriate.</li><li>Oversee the annual audit and preparation of statutory accounts working with the external auditors.</li><li>Ensure all businesses within the group adhere to the internal Group Finance and Governance framework to deliver a robust financial control environment.</li><li>Ensure that effective risk and resilience plans are in place across the Group to mitigate financial risks to the Group.</li></ul><li><strong>Team Leadership & Development:</strong></li><ul><li>Lead and mentor the finance leaders across all of businesses providing coaching and support as required.</li><li>Foster a high-performance culture within the Group's finance function.</li></ul><li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement:</strong></li><ul><li>Proactively manage relationships with the external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies as appropriate.</li><li>Produce insightful financial management information with regards to operational and strategic performance to the Managing Directors, Executive team and Board.</li></ul><li><strong>Miscellaneous:</strong></li><ul><li>Oversee and administer payroll for senior leaders.</li><li>Provide support on any ad hoc activities and projects as instructed by the Group CEO and Board.</li></ul></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Senior finance leadership experience in a multi-site, operationally complex environment with exposure to a manufacturing sector business</li><li>Strong commercial orientation with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>Robust technical capability, including audit oversight and acquisition accounting.</li></ul><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £150,000 and £180,000 P/A based on experience</li><li>A car allowance of £6500 P/A</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 25%</li><li>7% pension contribution</li><li>26 days holiday plus 8 bank holiday</li><li>Income protection</li><li>Death in service</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Other great benefits on application</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/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMzc5NDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>🚀 Financial Accountant (12-Month FTC) | SaaS | £65,000-£70,000<br />📍 Hampshire (Hybrid - 2 days in office)<br />We're working with an innovative and rapidly growing SaaS business in the aviation risk space, looking to appoint a Financial Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract.<br />This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that combines cutting-edge technology with expert analysis to deliver industry-leading solutions.<br />🔍 The Opportunity<br />Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you'll play a key role in running the financial reporting function within a fast-paced, scaling SaaS environment.<br />You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality reporting, supporting business decision-making, and driving improvements across systems, automation, and processes.<br />💼 Key Responsibilities<br />Reporting & Analysis<br />Preparation of monthly consolidated management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow)<br />Supporting cashflow forecasting and board-level reporting<br />Departmental cost analysis and performance insights<br />Supporting year-end and statutory accounts<br />Transactional Oversight<br />Managing invoicing and revenue recognition processes<br />Overseeing AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and payroll<br />Partnering with Sales on credit control and debtor management<br />Process & Systems Improvement<br />Driving automation, AI integration, and continuous improvement<br />Supporting development of the finance tech stack<br />Improving reporting accuracy and efficiency across the business<br />✅ What We're Looking For<br />Essential:<br />Qualified accountant (or high-potential finalist) with relevant PQE<br />Advanced / expert user of Xero<br />Strong experience in management accounts, reporting, and forecasting<br />Advanced Excel skills<br />Experience improving processes and systems (automation / AI highly desirable)<br />Highly Desirable:<br />Background in a SaaS or tech-driven business<br />Experience with multi-currency and intercompany transactions<br />🌟 About You<br />You'll thrive in this role if you are:<br />Detail-oriented and highly organised<br />Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused<br />Comfortable working in a fast-moving, evolving environment<br />Confident communicating with stakeholders across the business<br />Keen to drive improvements and add value beyond core responsibilities<br />🎯 What's on Offer<br />£65,000 - £70,000 salary<br />Hybrid working (2 days in office, Hampshire-based)<br />Exposure to a high-growth SaaS business<br />A collaborative, innovative, and flexible working culture<br />📩 Interested?<br />If you're an experienced Financial Accountant with strong Xero expertise and SaaS exposure, I'd love to hear from you.<br />Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. </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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy44Njc1MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half are partnering with a fast-growing, private equity backed healthcare organisation to recruit a Senior Finance Business Partner.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Operating a large and expanding network of sites across the UK, the business has experienced significant growth since its establishment in 2014 and now operates 80+ locations nationwide, with further expansion planned over the next 12 months.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-growth, commercially focused organisation where finance plays a key role in supporting operational performance and strategic decision-making.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">The Senior Finance Business Partner will work closely with Regional Directors and operational leadership teams, providing financial insight and commercial support across a portfolio of 30-40 sites.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a highly visible role within the business, requiring someone comfortable influencing senior stakeholders, travelling to sites and driving financial performance.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Acting as the Finance Business Partner to Regional Directors, supporting operational and financial decision-making</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Delivering budgeting, forecasting and financial performance analysis across your region</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Providing clear and actionable commercial insight to operational stakeholders</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Identifying opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency across the site network</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Conducting regular site visits to build relationships with practice leadership teams</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Supporting business growth initiatives, strategic projects and operational improvements</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Preparing financial modelling and performance reporting to support senior leadership decision-making</p></li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>The role will involve regular travel across the UK</strong> to support a portfolio of 30-40 sites, working closely with operational teams on the ground.</p><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working closely with operations and influencing business performance.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The successful candidate will demonstrate:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Fully qualified accountant</strong> (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Proven multi-site experience</strong> (e.g. retail, healthcare, hospitality, leisure or similar sectors)</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Strong Finance Business Partnering or Commercial Finance experience</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Excellent communication skills with the <strong>gravitas to influence senior operational stakeholders</strong></p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">A proactive, solutions-focused approach</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Willingness to travel regularly to sites across the UK</strong></p></li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">£65,000 base salary</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">£5,000 car allowance</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Bonus potential</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">Flexible / remote working</p></li><li><p class="isSelectedEnd">The opportunity to join a high-growth, private equity backed organisation at an exciting stage of its expansion</p></li></ul><h3>Apply Now</h3><p>If you are a proven and influential Finance Business Partner with experience supporting multi-site operations, we would be particularly keen to hear from you. This role would suit someone who enjoys working closely with operational teams, building strong relationships across the business and using financial insight to drive performance and support strategic decision-making.</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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMDM1ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Director - Tewkesbury - Competitive Salary </strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a manufacturing business based in Gloucester to recruit an experienced Finance Director.</p><p>The Finance Director will be a key member of the Board, responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, commercial insight and robust governance across the Group. The role leads the finance and IT functions and oversees payroll, ensuring strong financial control and systems that support sustainable growth.</p><p><strong>Key Duties:</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic & Commercial Direction</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a trusted strategic partner to the Managing Director and Board.</li><li>Shape and deliver long-term financial plans that support overall business objectives.</li><li>Enhance profitability through margin improvement and disciplined cost management.</li><li>Develop robust financial models to evaluate and support strategic projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Management & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain full oversight of financial operations, controls, and processes.</li><li>Ensure adherence to all legal, statutory, and regulatory obligations.</li><li>Manage the external audit process and statutory financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee the company's risk management framework and corporate governance structure.</li></ul><p><strong>Planning, Budgeting & Performance Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Direct the annual budgeting cycle and ongoing reforecasting processes.</li><li>Produce timely monthly management accounts and performance KPI analysis.</li><li>Monitor and manage long-term cash flow projections.</li></ul><p><strong>Corporate Finance & Risk Management</strong></p><ul><li>Lead relationships with banking partners and oversee funding arrangements.</li><li>Manage treasury activities and capital planning requirements.</li><li>Oversee insurance programmes and enterprise risk management activities.</li></ul><p><strong>Payroll Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Technology & Systems Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Define and implement an IT strategy aligned with business expansion plans.</li><li>Oversee ERP platforms, financial systems, and business intelligence tools.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Organisational Culture</strong></p><ul><li>Build, lead, and develop high-performing Finance and IT teams.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent</li><li>Significant senior finance leadership experience</li><li>Experience within high-volume, transaction-based manufacturing environments</li><li>Experience leading systems and financial transformation.</li><li>Commercially astute and strategically minded</li><li>Strong communicator at Board and operational levels</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLkJvc2hlci42ODY1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a global business near Chippenham to recruit a Cyber Security Analyst on a permanent basis, paying up to £65,000 with hybrid working. This is a great opportunity comes with clear progression opportunities and will require someone to come with both technical and GRC security experience.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Oversee security incident management and response</li><li>Threat management</li><li>Configure, implement and maintain security tools such as SIEM, XDR, EDR, vulnerability management</li><li>Implement and maintain security controls</li><li>Conduct vendor risk assessments, support internal and external audits</li><li>Governance, risk and compliance</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience: </strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in Cyber Security operations, threat management</li><li>Strong knowledge of SIEM, XDR, EDR, vulnerability management, firewalls and network security</li><li>Good understanding of risk management, vendor security assessments and compliance</li><li>Understanding of UK regulations, including Cyber Essentials, ISO27001, NIST</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer: </strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £65,000</li><li>Hybrid working - approximately 2 days a week in office (Chippenham)</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Private medical insurance</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/Um94eS5MYXcuOTc4MzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1 data-start="163" data-end="202">Finance Business Partner</h1><p data-end="286" data-start="203"><strong>£45,000-£50,000 plus performance bonus and hybrid remote working</strong></p><p data-end="432" data-start="288"> </p><p data-start="288" data-end="432"><strong data-end="432" data-start="288">Robert Half are proud to be partnering with a global business to recruit a Finance Business Partner based in Bristol.</strong></p><p data-start="434" data-end="634">This is a high-impact role within a fast-paced international business, offering real exposure to operational leadership, commercial strategy, and senior stakeholders across multiple entities.</p><h2 data-start="641" data-end="659">The Opportunity</h2><p data-end="1034" data-start="704">You'll act as a <strong data-end="753" data-start="720">true finance business partner</strong>, supporting operational sites and senior leadership with financial insight, commercial challenge, and technical expertise. You will bridge the gap between finance and operations, ensuring robust financial control while driving performance and supporting strategic decision-making.</p><p data-end="1212" data-start="1036">If you enjoy influencing stakeholders, improving processes, and working in a structured but dynamic international environment - this role offers both challenge and progression.</p><h2 data-end="1242" data-start="1219">Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-end="1961" data-start="1244"><li data-end="1341" data-start="1244"><p data-end="1341" data-start="1246">Partner with operational site leadership to drive financial performance</p></li><li data-end="1444" data-start="1342"><p data-end="1444" data-start="1344">Oversee monthly reporting, statutory accounts, and multi-GAAP compliance </p></li><li data-start="1445" data-end="1530"><p data-start="1447" data-end="1530">Lead balance sheet reviews and ensure strong financial controls </p></li><li data-end="1606" data-start="1531"><p data-start="1533" data-end="1606">Support budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and cost allocation processes</p></li><li data-end="1700" data-start="1607"><p data-end="1700" data-start="1609">Provide commercial insight and challenge around risk, provisions, and performance drivers</p></li><li data-start="1701" data-end="1753"><p data-end="1753" data-start="1703">Coordinate audit processes (internal & external)</p></li><li data-end="1897" data-start="1805"><p data-end="1897" data-start="1807">Drive continuous improvement across finance processes </p></li><li data-end="1961" data-start="1898"><p data-end="1961" data-start="1900">Act as a key finance contact across multiple legal entities</p></li></ul><h2 data-end="1980" data-start="1968">About You</h2><p data-end="2112" data-start="1982">We're looking for a commercially minded, technically strong finance professional who can balance detail with big-picture thinking.</p><ul data-start="2114" data-end="2564"><li data-start="2114" data-end="2163"><p data-start="2116" data-end="2163">Part-qualified or newly qualified Accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)</p></li><li data-start="2164" data-end="2239"><p data-start="2166" data-end="2239">2+ years' experience in a multinational or complex business environment</p></li><li data-start="2240" data-end="2305"><p data-start="2242" data-end="2305">Strong financial reporting and technical accounting knowledge</p></li><li data-start="2390" data-end="2467"><p data-start="2392" data-end="2467">Excellent stakeholder engagement skills - able to challenge and influence</p></li><li data-start="2517" data-end="2564"><p data-start="2519" data-end="2564">Proactive, resilient, and solutions-focused</p></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£45,000-£50,000 plus performance bonus and hybrid remote working</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi44Njg0MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Robert Half has partnered with a large, multi-site organisation in the public sector to recruit for a Senior Finance Operations Lead.</p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">This is a senior finance role within a complex, geographically dispersed organisation. Reporting directly to the CFO, the successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day finance operations while playing a key role in shaping financial strategy and driving best practice across the function.</p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>The Role</strong></p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">The Finance Operations Lead will oversee the full finance operations function, line managing a small team of direct reports. Key responsibilities include:</p><ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Overseeing month-end processes, reconciliations, and preparation of consolidated management accounts</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Supporting the CFO in developing and embedding financial management policies and controls</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements including VAT, HMRC, and pension regulations</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Liaising with external auditors through the annual audit process</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Preparing statutory financial accounts and returns within required deadlines</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Managing bank arrangements, cash flow forecasting, and supplier payment terms across the organisation</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintaining the integrity of finance systems and internal control frameworks</li></ul><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>The Candidate</strong></p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Essential requirements:</p><ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with a minimum of 3 years PQE</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Proven experience leading and managing a finance team</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong working knowledge of statutory financial statements, regulatory frameworks, and accounting processes</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience working with financial systems and strong ICT skills including Microsoft Office</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Solid budget management, financial planning, and audit preparation 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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMzA4NTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="241" data-start="112"><strong data-start="112" data-end="144">Finance & Operations Manager - Mandarin speaker </strong><br data-start="192" / data-end="195"> Salary: up to £60,000 + 25 days annual leave</p><p data-end="241" data-start="112"><strong>Key link between our UK office and our partners in China.</strong></p><h2 data-end="259" data-start="248">The Role</h2><p data-end="463" data-start="261">We are seeking a hands-on and highly organised Finance & Operations Manager to take ownership of the finance function while overseeing HR administration, sales support, and day-to-day office management.</p><ul data-complete="true" data-sfc-cb="" data-processed="true" class="KsbFXc U6u95"><li class="dF3vjf" data-hveid="CAEICRAA" data-sae="" data-complete="true" data-sfc-cb=""><strong data-complete="true" data-sfc-cb="" class="Yjhzub">Language Skills:</strong> Professional-level fluency in <strong data-sfc-cb="" data-complete="true" class="Yjhzub">Mandarin</strong> (written and spoken) is essential for this role to facilitate communication with our international partners.</li></ul><p data-start="465" data-end="773">This is a broad, varied position suited to someone who enjoys working at the centre of the business, improving processes, and supporting commercial teams in a growing SME environment. You will act as the operational backbone of the office, ensuring finance, people, and administrative processes run smoothly.</p><h2 data-start="780" data-end="803">Key Responsibilities</h2><h3 data-start="805" data-end="816">Finance</h3><ul><li>Manage day-to-day finance operations and maintain strong financial controls</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and receivable</li><li>Produce monthly management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Manage cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting</li><li>Maintain accurate and compliant financial records</li><li>Liaise with external accountants and advisors</li></ul><h3 data-end="1190" data-start="1160">HR & People Administration</h3><ul><li>Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, and employee records</li><li>Support payroll and benefits administration</li><li>Maintain HR documentation and compliance</li><li>Act as first point of contact for HR-related queries</li><li>Assist with development of HR processes and policies</li></ul><h3 data-start="1461" data-end="1491">Sales & Commercial Support</h3><ul><li>Support the sales team with quotes, proposals, and order processing</li><li>Maintain CRM and sales data accuracy</li><li>Produce sales and performance reporting</li><li>Coordinate with logistics/operations to support delivery</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve sales administration processes</li></ul><h3 data-start="1781" data-end="1815">Office Management & Operations</h3><ul><li>Fluent in <strong>Mandarin</strong></li></ul><h2 data-end="2123" data-start="2101">Skills & Experience</h2><ul><li>Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Finance & Operations, or similar broad role</li><li>Strong hands-on finance capability</li><li>Experience supporting HR and/or sales administration</li><li>Highly organised with strong attention to detail</li><li>Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills</li><li>Confident communicator able to work across all levels</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment</li><li>Able to manage multiple priorities effectively</li><li>High level of discretion with confidential information</li></ul><h2 data-start="2639" data-end="2651">Desirable</h2><ul><li>SME or owner-managed business experience</li><li>Experience improving finance or operational processes</li><li>Familiarity with CRM and accounting systems</li><li>Exposure to HR/payroll 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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMjcwMjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Finance Business partner to join an exciting Professional Services company with a fantastic reputation in their field, based in the outskirts of Bath (commutable from Bristol). For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£50,000 - £53,500 plus hybrid working and excellent wider benefits package</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Role responsibilities will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and deliver accurate management information for multi cost centre operations - profit and loss, Capital project spending, KPI's</li><li>Working as a business partner with cost centre managers and the businesses team of internal stakeholders to ensure they understand their spend and targets. Recommending actions to address any issues</li><li>Produce budgets and financial forecasts, including detailed written commentary/presentations</li><li>Reviewing and monitoring spend on capital projects, updating cashflow forecasts regularly</li><li>Ensuring adherence to the companies accounting policies and procedures, in particular maintaining the correct split between capital and revenue spend</li><li>Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts</li><li>Manage Balance sheet reconciliations for cost centres </li><li>Contribute to the development and enhancement of financial systems and processes including a new FP&A system</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified (ACA, CIMA or ACCA)</li><li>Currently working as a Finance Analyst/Management Accountant within industry, or be a first mover from a top 10 practice</li><li>Experienced in using a range of accounting software packages</li><li>Precise and accurate in your work, with good self-checking. You manage your own workloads and deadlines</li><li>You are open to discussion, change and development; easy-going yet professional, self-directed and productive</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</strong></p><p><strong>£50,000 - £53,500 plus hybrid working and excellent wider benefits package</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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi43MDUyNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2 data-start="499" data-end="512">Interim FP&A (3-6 months) Based near Windsor </h2><p data-end="824" data-start="513">As Commercial Business Controller - UK, you will play a key role in driving financial performance and strengthening commercial controls across the business. Acting as a finance business partner to commercial teams, you will deliver insight across pricing, promotions, forecasting, and trade spend effectiveness.</p><p data-start="826" data-end="1025">With a strong focus on promotional performance, revenue growth management, and planning, you will support commercial decision-making while ensuring robust financial governance and process discipline.</p><h2 data-start="1032" data-end="1056">Core Responsibilities</h2><h3 data-start="1058" data-end="1098">Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)</h3><ul data-end="1435" data-start="1099"><li data-start="1099" data-end="1186"><p data-start="1101" data-end="1186">Support budgeting, forecasting, and quarterly outlook processes across the full P&L</p></li><li data-start="1187" data-end="1289"><p data-start="1189" data-end="1289">Ensure robust assumptions, financial integrity, and clear communication of risks and opportunities</p></li><li data-start="1290" data-end="1363"><p data-end="1363" data-start="1292">Deliver accurate and timely commercial close and management reporting</p></li><li data-start="1364" data-end="1435"><p data-start="1366" data-end="1435">Manage monthly forecasting cycles and track risks and opportunities</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1468" data-start="1442">Trade Spend Management</h3><ul data-end="1760" data-start="1469"><li data-start="1469" data-end="1528"><p data-start="1471" data-end="1528">Act as super-user for the trade spend management system</p></li><li data-end="1597" data-start="1529"><p data-start="1531" data-end="1597">Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimise system usage</p></li><li data-end="1658" data-start="1598"><p data-end="1658" data-start="1600">Deliver training and ongoing support to commercial users</p></li><li data-end="1760" data-start="1659"><p data-start="1661" data-end="1760">Represent the business in internal system forums and collaborate with external software providers</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1809" data-start="1767">Commercial Finance Business Partnering</h3><ul data-start="1810" data-end="2140"><li data-start="1810" data-end="1905"><p data-end="1905" data-start="1812">Partner with commercial teams to drive performance improvement through insight and analysis</p></li><li data-end="1991" data-start="1906"><p data-end="1991" data-start="1908">Support revenue growth initiatives across pricing, promotion, assortment, and mix</p></li><li data-end="2056" data-start="1992"><p data-end="2056" data-start="1994">Evaluate promotional activity through pre- and post-analysis</p></li><li data-start="2057" data-end="2140"><p data-end="2140" data-start="2059">Drive trade investment efficiency through ROI tracking, analytics, and controls</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2169" data-start="2147">Forecasting & S&OP</h3><ul data-start="2170" data-end="2467"><li data-end="2253" data-start="2170"><p data-start="2172" data-end="2253">Support implementation and enhancement of Sales & Operations Planning processes</p></li><li data-end="2326" data-start="2254"><p data-start="2256" data-end="2326">Improve forecast accuracy and accountability across commercial teams</p></li><li data-end="2397" data-start="2327"><p data-start="2329" data-end="2397">Contribute to short-, mid-, and long-term demand outlook processes</p></li><li data-end="2467" data-start="2398"><p data-end="2467" data-start="2400">Support continuous improvement in forecasting tools and processes</p></li></ul><h2 data-start="2474" data-end="2522">Ideal Candidate Profile - Required Experience</h2><ul data-start="2523" data-end="3342"><li data-end="2613" data-start="2523"><p data-start="2525" data-end="2613"><strong data-end="2611" data-start="2525">Proven Commercial Finance / FP&A / Controlling experience within FMCG is essential</strong></p></li><li data-start="2614" data-end="2698"><p data-end="2698" data-start="2616">Strong background in forecasting, budgeting, and commercial performance analysis</p></li><li data-end="2791" data-start="2699"><p data-end="2791" data-start="2701">Hands-on experience with promotions, trade spend, pricing, and revenue growth management</p></li><li data-end="2880" data-start="2792"><p data-start="2794" data-end="2880">Experience partnering with sales and marketing teams in a consumer goods environment</p></li><li data-start="2881" data-end="2975"><p data-start="2883" data-end="2975">Analytical and commercially minded, able to translate data into actionable recommendations</p></li><li data-end="3048" data-start="2976"><p data-end="3048" data-start="2978">Advanced Excel and ERP system skills; BI tools experience beneficial</p></li><li data-end="3109" data-start="3049"><p data-end="3109" data-start="3051">Strong stakeholder management and influencing capability</p></li><li data-start="3110" data-end="3165"><p data-end="3165" data-start="3112">Understanding of S&OP and demand planning processes</p></li><li data-start="3166" data-end="3246"><p data-start="3168" data-end="3246">Professional finance qualification preferred (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)</p></li><li data-end="3342" data-start="3247"><p data-end="3342" data-start="3249">Proactive, organised, and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities</p></li></ul><p>3-6 months </p><p>Based near Windsor</p><p>2 days per week in the office </p><p>FMGC experience is required </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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMDc4MjcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-start="178" data-section-id="z513jd" data-end="212"><strong data-start="181" data-end="210">Job Title: Credit Analyst</strong></h2><p data-end="263" data-start="213"><strong data-start="213" data-end="226">Location:</strong> Basingstoke (5 days per week onsite)</p><h3 data-start="265" data-section-id="1dl56dh" data-end="283"><strong data-end="281" data-start="269">Overview</strong></h3><p data-end="688" data-start="284">An organisation is seeking a detail-oriented Credit Analyst to support the management and optimisation of its credit portfolio. This is a hands-on role focused on delivering data-driven insights, reporting, and portfolio performance analysis. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders to enhance credit outcomes, improve reporting processes, and support strategic initiatives.</p><h3 data-end="725" data-section-id="h3a80r" data-start="695"><strong data-end="723" data-start="699">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-end="1268" data-start="726"><li data-start="726" data-end="806" data-section-id="1vbgl1s">Monitor and analyse credit portfolio performance and emerging risk trends </li><li data-start="807" data-end="874" data-section-id="bwo5kj">Produce regular reporting on data trends and credit performance</li><li data-start="875" data-end="941" data-section-id="1pllpm3">Support credit strategy development and origination activities</li><li data-start="942" data-end="1016" data-section-id="grurp7">Deliver portfolio insights and risk reporting to internal stakeholders</li><li data-end="1109" data-section-id="9mc3e7" data-start="1017">Work with imperfect or unstructured datasets, transforming them into meaningful insights</li><li data-start="1110" data-end="1175" data-section-id="1kw3c97">Develop, maintain, and enhance reporting models and templates</li><li data-end="1268" data-section-id="zppyyn" data-start="1176">Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across credit and collections functions</li></ul><h3 data-start="1275" data-section-id="1bxfqft" data-end="1314"><strong data-start="1279" data-end="1312">Technical & Analytical Skills</strong></h3><ul data-start="1315" data-end="1564"><li data-start="1315" data-section-id="18s4fv6" data-end="1366">Strong Microsoft Excel capability (essential) </li><li data-section-id="1la2lx5" data-end="1416" data-start="1367">Experience with DAX coding and data modelling</li><li data-end="1459" data-section-id="1l9y1g5" data-start="1417">Exposure to Power Apps is advantageous</li><li data-section-id="1co4irt" data-end="1509" data-start="1460">Ability to design and refine reporting models</li><li data-start="1510" data-end="1564" data-section-id="b2hjo8">Confidence working with large and complex datasets</li></ul><h3 data-start="1571" data-section-id="1xlxnn4" data-end="1604"><strong data-start="1575" data-end="1602">Experience & Background</strong></h3><ul data-start="1605" data-end="1881"><li data-section-id="kph1zb" data-end="1691" data-start="1605">Experience in credit analysis, collections, lending, or asset finance environments</li><li data-end="1736" data-section-id="a16oif" data-start="1692">Exposure to analytical or modelling work</li><li data-end="1805" data-section-id="uqdr0s" data-start="1737">Understanding of credit risk principles and portfolio management</li><li data-start="1806" data-section-id="1vplmn8" data-end="1881">Experience within a collections or recoveries environment is beneficial</li></ul><h3 data-end="1918" data-section-id="1bzyj0b" data-start="1888"><strong data-start="1892" data-end="1916">Desirable Experience</strong></h3><ul data-start="1919" data-end="2128"><li data-end="1977" data-section-id="4m96r" data-start="1919">Exposure to structured or investment-backed portfolios</li><li data-start="1978" data-section-id="etl1h2" data-end="2060">Experience using reporting tools in low-template or evolving data environments</li><li data-end="2128" data-section-id="dxv24j" data-start="2061">Background in asset-based lending or similar financial products</li></ul><h3 data-section-id="t46bki" data-end="2164" data-start="2135"><strong data-start="2139" data-end="2162">Working Environment</strong></h3><ul data-start="2165" data-end="2300"><li data-end="2222" data-section-id="14kol8v" data-start="2165">Office-based role in Basingstoke (5 days per week) </li><li data-start="2223" data-section-id="8e00r4" data-end="2300">Collaborative and fast-paced setting with evolving reporting requirements</li></ul><h3 data-end="2323" data-section-id="17ay2qa" data-start="2307"><strong data-end="2321" data-start="2311">Salary</strong></h3><p data-start="2324" data-end="2365">Competitive, dependent on experience </p><h3 data-start="2372" data-end="2389" data-section-id="1x5zy2y"><strong data-start="2376" data-end="2387">Summary</strong></h3><p data-start="2390" data-end="2610">This opportunity would suit a commercially aware Credit Analyst who enjoys working with complex data, generating actionable insights, and contributing to credit strategy within a growing, performance-focused environment.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Tax Manager to join an exciting Professional Services company experiencing huge growth based in Bristol. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£55,000 - £65,000 plus bonus, hybrid remote working and excellent wider benefits</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Role responsibilities will include but not limited to:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Managing VAT compliance and reporting</li><li>Review the quarterly VAT returns ensuring timely and accurate submission and payment</li><li>Provide training, support, best practice workshops and promote awareness of VAT requirements across the business and Finance teams, offering advice on business activity</li><li>Manage VAT tax audits and liaise with local tax authorities regarding indirect tax queries</li><li>Provide payroll tax oversight and advice, including PSA submissions and P11D</li><li>Coordinate ad-hoc payroll tax advice from external payroll tax advisor</li><li>Keep up to date with legislative and case law changes, anticipate their impact on the business and advise on implementing changes accordingly</li><li>Liaise with customs team for any complex cross-border supply queries arising across the EMEA</li><li>Proactively support operational projects, assessing potential impact and consequences for indirect tax reporting and the wider business</li><li>Identify indirect tax savings, optimise opportunities and government incentives, grants or levies available</li><li>Liaise and build relationships with key stakeholders within the business and external advisors</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum 4+ years working in an Indirect Tax role</li><li>Strong experience with a variety of tax operations and ability to drive process improvements</li><li>Understanding of indirect and payroll taxes along with ability to monitor and research other grants and incentives</li><li>Ability to model, analyse and feedback complex tax problems and assess risks and opportunities</li><li>Strong business acumen, analytical, research, and problem-solving skills</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</strong></p><p><strong>£55,000 - £65,000 plus bonus, hybrid remote working and excellent wider benefits</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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi42NjkxMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>GROUP FINANCE DIRECTOR - FAST GROWTH PE CONSTRUCTION GROUP</strong></p><p>Robert Half are proud to be the retained search partner to this fast growth, complex construction SME based in Surrey. Due to an incredible growth story, continued investment from some of the largest PE houses in the UK and a driven, ambitious CEO they now seek to recruit a hands on Group Finance Director to create, oversee and direct an efficient controls function, drive process and systems improvements including a imminent ERP upgrade, be the strategic partner to the leadership team and to manage the relationships with Group CFO and their investor group.<br /> <br /> Our client would ideal look for a "hands on" Finance Director with PE exposure and an understanding of the construction industry.</p><p>This role comes with an expectation of 4 days in office and 1 from home.</p><p><br /> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Leadership & Ownership</strong></p><ul><li>Full financial leadership and P&L ownership for the Southeast region, with accountability for profitability, cash flow, working capital and capital deployment.</li><li>Act as principal financial adviser to the Regional Managing Director, providing commercial insight, challenge and decision support.</li><li>Represent the region within the Group finance structure, ensuring alignment with sponsor and board expectations.</li></ul><p><strong>Commercial & Operational Finance</strong></p><ul><li>Drive financial performance through deep understanding of pricing, margins, disposal costs and operational KPIs.</li><li>Partner operational leaders to identify efficiency opportunities and improve returns.</li><li>Support investment decisions, business cases and capital expenditure with rigorous financial analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>Planning, Reporting & Control</strong></p><ul><li>Lead annual budget, forecast and long-range planning processes for the region.</li><li>Deliver accurate, timely and insightful management reporting in line with Group standards.</li><li>Maintain a strong control environment, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, policies and governance requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Integration & Change</strong></p><ul><li>Lead finance integration for newly acquired businesses in the region.</li><li>Drive standardisation of systems, processes and reporting.</li><li>Embed consistent controls, KPIs and reporting cadence across all sites.</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Senior finance leadership experience in a multi-site, operationally complex environment.</li><li>Strong commercial orientation with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>Robust technical capability, including audit oversight and acquisition accounting.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in a PE-backed, acquisitive or infrastructure-style business.</li><li>Exposure to construction, asset-heavy, logistics, utilities or related sectors.</li><li>Systems implementation or finance transformation experience.</li></ul><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £110,000 and £120,000 P/A based on experience</li><li>A car allowance of £6500 P/A</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 15%</li><li>7% pension contribution</li><li>26 days holiday plus 8 bank holiday</li><li>Income protection</li><li>Death in service</li><li>Private medical</li><li>Other great benefits on application</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/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuMzYxMTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently supporting a unique and interesting business based in North Bristol, who are looking for a Junior Finance Business Partner to join their team on an 18-month Fixed Term Contract.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Junior Finance Business Partner </p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP/End of April</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000 - £40,000</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>North Bristol</p><p><strong>Hybrid: </strong>Three days in the office, two from home </p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 18 Month fixed term contract </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Budget Variance Analysis</li><li>Accruals & Prepayments</li><li>Monthly meetings with budget holders</li><li>Business partnering with other key stakeholders in the organisation</li><li>Preparing month end journals</li><li>Maintaining excel models</li><li>High-volume spreadsheet work and data integrity</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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjUzNzg1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert half are delighted to be supporting a well established south west company in their search for a Senior Finance Business Partner. </p><p>Are you ready to step into a role where your financial expertise will directly shape major programmes? This is a rare opportunity to join a <strong>high‑performing finance team</strong> where you'll partner with senior leaders, influence strategic decisions, and help deliver some significant projects.</p><p>If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy solving complex challenges, and want your work to create visible, long‑term impact - this role puts you right at the centre.</p><h2><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></h2><ul><li>Acting as a trusted partner to programme and project leads.</li><li>Providing high‑quality financial analysis, forecasting and insight to shape strategic planning.</li><li>Supporting financial management across significant projects.</li><li>Translating complex data into clear, compelling information for senior decision‑makers.</li><li>Driving improvements in financial reporting, MI quality, analytical capability and performance visibility.</li><li>Challenging assumptions, identifying opportunities, and influencing key stakeholders at all levels.</li></ul><h2><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></h2><ul><li>An experienced Senior Finance Business Partner, Finance Manager or equivalent leader.</li><li>Strong commercial finance and business partnering background, ideally supporting major projects.</li><li>Proven ability to interpret complex datasets and communicate insights confidently and clearly.</li><li>Someone proactive, engaging, and able to influence senior stakeholders in a dynamic environment.</li><li>A self‑starter who enjoys autonomy, accountability and bringing financial clarity to complexity..</li></ul><h2><strong>Why This Role Stands Out</strong></h2><ul><li>You'll join a <strong>high‑impact team</strong> where your work genuinely shapes big decisions.</li><li>You'll support <strong>major, long‑term investment</strong> projects.</li><li>You'll enjoy a hybrid model offering both collaboration and flexibility.</li><li>You'll have exposure to senior leadership and the chance to influence strategic direction.</li></ul><h2><strong>What's on Offer</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Base salary to £64000</strong></li><li><strong>£10,000 car allowance</strong></li><li><strong>10% employer pension contribution</strong></li><li><strong>30 days annual leave + bank holidays</strong></li><li><strong>Private family healthcare</strong></li><li>A genuinely exciting role with long‑term career growth in a fast‑moving environment.</li><li>Hybrid - 2 days onsite, 3 days remote/week</li></ul><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/QW5keS5Ucm91cC4zMjQxNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis for a fast moving and growing manufacturing organisation in Newport.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">The Head of Financial Planning and Analysis is a key member of the Finance leadership team, managing all aspects of group financial planning, sales and margin reporting to ensure transparency and understanding of group performance, evaluating both the financial and non-financial aspects of business investments and key decisions and providing conclusions and recommendations based on data and evidence.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; color: #2d2d2d;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; color: #2d2d2d;">A key relationship holder between Finance and the wider business, leading the annual budgeting process and working in partnership with non-financial management to ensure sales and margin are delivered to plan, protected and optimised.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; color: #2d2d2d;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.0pt; color: #3b3838;">Lead the development and application of detailed modelling and analysis of business performance to drive operational productivity and profitability</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.0pt; color: #2d2d2d;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.0pt; color: #3b3838;">Responsibility for the weekly & monthly reporting, evaluation and analysis of sales and margin performance to ensure the CFO and other directors are fully informed on performance and deviations to budget, prior year and forecast.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">On offer: A salary of up to £80,000 plus bonus and benefits package. Hybrid working is available.</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjU2NTc5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
