<p data-end="761" data-start="403">Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a large, reputable family-run accounting firm to recruit a <strong data-start="509" data-end="557">Temporary Junior Accountant (ACCA Qualified)</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or early-career accountant to join a supportive, people-focused business with the possibility of a <strong data-end="735" data-start="713">permanent position</strong> for the right individual.</p><p data-start="763" data-end="929">The firm is well-established, highly respected, and prides itself on its collaborative culture, long-term client relationships, and commitment to developing its team.</p><h2 data-end="963" data-start="936"><strong data-end="963" data-start="939">Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><p data-end="1063" data-start="964">As the Junior Accountant, you will support the finance team with a wide range of duties, including:</p><ul data-start="1065" data-end="1675"><li data-start="1065" data-end="1121"><p data-start="1067" data-end="1121">Preparation of <strong data-end="1119" data-start="1082">statutory and management accounts</strong></p></li><li data-start="1122" data-end="1210"><p data-start="1124" data-end="1210">Posting <strong data-end="1158" data-start="1132">general ledger entries</strong>, journals, and performing account reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1211" data-end="1266"><p data-end="1266" data-start="1213">Assisting with <strong data-start="1228" data-end="1243">VAT returns</strong> and compliance tasks</p></li><li data-end="1345" data-start="1267"><p data-start="1269" data-end="1345">Supporting senior accountants with <strong data-start="1304" data-end="1325">audit preparation</strong> and documentation</p></li><li data-end="1410" data-start="1346"><p data-end="1410" data-start="1348">Helping manage <strong data-start="1363" data-end="1398">accounts payable and receivable</strong> processes</p></li><li data-end="1469" data-start="1411"><p data-end="1469" data-start="1413">Ensuring accurate maintenance of <strong data-start="1446" data-end="1467">financial records</strong></p></li><li data-start="1470" data-end="1538"><p data-end="1538" data-start="1472">Responding to client queries in a professional and timely manner</p></li><li data-end="1602" data-start="1539"><p data-start="1541" data-end="1602">Contributing to <strong data-start="1557" data-end="1589">month-end and year-end close</strong> activities</p></li><li data-end="1675" data-start="1603"><p data-start="1605" data-end="1675">Identifying opportunities to streamline processes and improve accuracy</p></li></ul><h2 data-end="1717" data-start="1682"><strong data-start="1685" data-end="1717">Skills & Experience Required</strong></h2><ul data-end="2310" data-start="1718"><li data-end="1787" data-start="1718"><p data-start="1720" data-end="1787"><strong data-start="1720" data-end="1738">ACCA qualified</strong> (newly qualified or up to 2 years' experience)</p></li><li data-end="1843" data-start="1788"><p data-end="1843" data-start="1790">Practice experience is beneficial but not essential</p></li><li data-end="1917" data-start="1844"><p data-start="1846" data-end="1917">Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting</p></li><li data-start="1918" data-end="1994"><p data-start="1920" data-end="1994">Proficiency in <strong data-end="1958" data-start="1935">accounting software</strong> such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks</p></li><li data-end="2023" data-start="1995"><p data-end="2023" data-start="1997">Advanced MS Excel skills</p></li><li data-start="2024" data-end="2088"><p data-start="2026" data-end="2088">Exceptional attention to detail and strong numerical ability</p></li><li data-start="2089" data-end="2164"><p data-end="2164" data-start="2091">Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines</p></li><li data-start="2165" data-end="2236"><p data-start="2167" data-end="2236">Confident communicator with a professional, client-centric approach</p></li><li data-start="2237" data-end="2310"><p data-end="2310" data-start="2239">Proactive, eager to learn, and keen to develop within a supportive team</p></li></ul><h2 data-end="2339" data-start="2317"><strong data-start="2320" data-end="2339">What's on Offer</strong></h2><ul data-start="2340" data-end="2691"><li data-end="2419" data-start="2340"><p data-end="2419" data-start="2342">The opportunity to join a highly respected, family-run accountancy practice</p></li><li data-end="2497" data-start="2420"><p data-end="2497" data-start="2422">Competitive temporary contract with genuine <strong data-start="2466" data-end="2495">potential to go permanent</strong></p></li><li data-end="2542" data-start="2498"><p data-end="2542" data-start="2500">A warm and inclusive working environment</p></li><li data-end="2619" data-start="2543"><p data-start="2545" data-end="2619">Exposure to a variety of clients and technical development opportunities</p></li><li data-start="2620" data-end="2691"><p data-end="2691" data-start="2622">Support from Robert Half throughout the hiring and onboarding process</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4xOTk0NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is proud to be working in partnership with a reputable and growing accountant proactive based in Stafford, seeking a confident and capable Accounting or newly qualified Junior Accountant to join the team on a temp-perm basis.</p><p>This is fantastic opportunity for someone already working in practice, who enjoys preparing year-end accounts for a range of small limited companies and is now ready to step up or build on their portfolio management experience.</p><p><strong>Daily duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Preparing year-end statutory accounts for small limited companies</li><li>completing working papers to a high standard, ready for review by the practice manager</li><li>Supporting bookkeeping, VAT returns and tax computations where needed</li><li>Liaising with clients to request information and resolve queries</li><li>Ensuring compliance with relevant UK accounting and tax standards (FRS 102 / 105)</li></ul><p><strong>You will have:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience working in an accountancy practice is essential</li><li>Detail oriented, organised and capable of managing multiple deadlines</li><li>Process strong communication skills and enjoy client interaction</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Flexi-time working</li><li>Dress-down Fridays</li><li>Staff social events and team building</li><li>On-site parking</li><li>Salary sacrifice pension scheme</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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS42NDczOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Large Financial Services client with offices in Northampton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support the Finance Director and oversee all finance and payroll activity,. You will help to prepare all internal and external financial reporting as well as providing expert timely and insightful financial analysis, to support the business in maximising profitability and efficiency. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts and other financial reports including budgets and KPIs.</li><li>Produce high quality monthly consolidated and entity management accounts, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, to agreed deadlines with supporting operational analysis.</li><li>Undertake analysis as required on company performance, highlighting areas of concern or risk.</li><li>Develop analysis as required to support the development and subsequent measurement of sales strategies.</li><li>Manage forecasts for the annual business plan and report monthly cost actuals against business plans.</li><li>Present reports to senior management to assist with business planning and decision making and goal achievement.</li><li>Oversight of AP and AR</li><li>P+L Reviews</li><li>Payroll Processing</li><li>Team Management</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ideally from within a Practice environment with prior experience working in a Finance Manager or Financial Controller position and with experience of producing monthly consolidated management accounts for a group of companies. In addition you will have strong reporting and process improvement exposure with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and performance/risk analysis This is an excellent Senior Opportunity within a fast paced, growing organisation.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is working on a 5 days a week basis in the office in Northampton from their impressive offices and is paying £70-80K + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNTM1NTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Ltd are pleased to be working with a growing organisation based in Chipping Norton that are looking for a Management Accountant to join the team. The Management Accountant will play a key role in supporting financial decision making across the business and partnering with operational teams to support commercial performance. Offering up to £50,000 + flexible hybrid working.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash flow reporting</li><li>Produce variance analysis and commentary to support business performance reviews</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with internal controls</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes across departments</li><li>Assist with cost accounting, project accounting, and profitability analysis</li><li>Work closely with operations, production, and commercial teams to provide financial insight</li><li>Support year-end and audit processes</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to continuous development of the finance function</li><li>Ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis as required</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)</li><li>Strong experience in management accounting</li><li>Excellent Excel and financial modelling 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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuNTU3NzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3 id="job-specification-interim-finance-business-partner---education-sector-derby"><strong>Job Specification: Interim Finance Business Partner - Education Sector (Derby)</strong></h3><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Interim/Contract<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Derby, UK<br /><strong>Sector:</strong> Education</p><br><br>Role Overview:<br><br><p>Our client in the education sector, based in Derby, is seeking an experienced <strong>Interim Finance Business Partner</strong> to join their team. This individual will play a pivotal role in supporting strategic decision-making processes and driving financial performance. The role requires working closely with stakeholders across the organization, providing financial expertise, analysis, and business insights, while ensuring compliance with budgetary and funding guidelines specific to the education sector.</p><br><br>Key Responsibilities:<br><br><ol><li><p><strong>Financial Analysis & Planning:</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor and analyze financial performance, ensuring budgets are effectively managed.</li><li>Provide detailed financial reporting, including variance analysis, forecasting, and trend analysis aligned with organizational goals.</li><li><strong>Stakeholder Support & Collaboration:</strong></li></ul></li><li><ul><li>Act as a trusted advisor for senior leadership teams and department heads, offering actionable insights and financial guidance.</li><li>Collaborate with non-financial stakeholders to improve understanding of financial metrics and processes within the education framework.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Strategic Budget Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Support the development of annual budgets and multi-year financial planning, ensuring alignment with funding rules and grant expectations specific to the education sector</li><li>Proactively identify areas to optimize cost efficiency while maintaining service delivery standards.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Compliance & Risk Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure adherence to financial policies, regulations, and sector-specific compliance requirements.</li><li>Identify key financial risks and propose mitigation strategies.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Process Improvement:</strong></p><ul><li>Evaluate and enhance financial processes, systems, and reporting frameworks to support organizational efficiency and transparency.</li></ul></li></ol><br><br>Ideal Candidate Profile:<br><br><ol><li><p><strong>Qualifications & Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification.</li><li>Proven experience as a Finance Business Partner, ideally within the education sector or public organizations.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Sector Knowledge:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong understanding of the financial regulations and funding mechanisms in the education sector.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Technical Expertise:</strong></p><ul><li>Proficiency in financial modeling, analysis tools, and advanced Excel skills.</li><li>Familiarity with finance systems used within the education industry (e.g., SIMS, PS Financials, or similar).</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Soft Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to analyze complex data and present clear recommendations.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Prior interim or project-based roles demonstrating adaptability and success in delivering impactful results under time constraints.</li></ul></li></ol><br><br>Additional Information:<br><br><p><strong>Contract Length:</strong> 3 Months<br /><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP<br /><strong>Reports To:</strong> Head of Finance<br /><strong>Working Arrangement:</strong> Hybrid (on-site in Derby with some remote flexibility)</p><br><br>Benefits of the Role:<br><br><ul><li>Exposure to strategic financial initiatives within a dynamic education-focused organization.</li><li>Opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a collaborative leadership team.</li></ul><p>This interim position is ideal for individuals seeking to actively contribute to an organization making a difference in education. Please contact us if you are interested or require further details!</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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuMDA4NzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
