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Financial Planning & Analyst

Bath, Somerset
remote
Permanent
45000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a great company to find a Finance Data & Systems Analyst for a growing international business.Finance Data & Systems AnalystWe're looking for a Finance Data & Systems Analyst to improve performance visibility across the business. Working closely with Finance, FP&A, and Data teams, you'll enable better decision-making through reliable data, strong analytics, and smart use of digital tools - combining an understanding of Finance processes with the ability to drive automation and AI adoption.What you will do<ul dir="ltr"><li>Act as the main Finance point of contact for the Data team, translating requirements into scalable data solutions.</li><li>Build, maintain, and improve Finance datasets, reports, and dashboards, supporting data quality and governance.</li><li>Build KPI dashboards and communicate performance trends as part of a commercial reporting workstream.</li><li>Own the build and upkeep of the FP&A planning platform's models (infrastructure, data flows, dimensions), managing tickets and supporting the team's use of it for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.</li><li>Identify opportunities to automate manual work and champion responsible use of AI within Finance.</li></ul>What you should bringEssential:<ul dir="ltr"><li>Strong understanding of Finance processes and business performance management.</li><li>Experience building and maintaining BI solutions and dashboards.</li><li>Proven ability to bridge Finance and Data/Technology teams.</li><li>Strong SQL skills and experience with data platforms, data flows, and reporting infrastructure.</li><li>Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with a structured, problem-solving mindset.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul dir="ltr"><li>FP&A experience, ideally hands-on with a planning platform (e.g. Pigment, Anaplan, Workday Adaptive, Vena).</li><li>Experience with ERP data, payments/transactional reporting, and applying AI/automation to business processes.</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZGlhbmEuZmVybmFkZXNsb3Blcy44NzE3Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-08T14:31:30Z

Finance Systems Analyst

Chippenham, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered exclusively with an established client in Chippenham to support on the recruitment of a Finance Systems Analyst role on a permanent basis, paying up to £60,000 plus bonus and fantastic benefits. This is an exciting role, with a combination of BAU support, systems analysis and continuous improvement of their business applications.This will be ideal for someone who is an experienced Business Systems Analyst with strong stakeholder management and D365 F&O or F&SCM experience who is looking for a new role in an enterprise team.Please note, this role requires the successful candidate to be in the Chippenham office twice a week.The RoleYou will be responsible for function and technical expertise, helping to ensure critical business systems remain effective, reliable and evolving business needs. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Gather, analyse, and document business and systems requirements, ensuring requests are appropriately assessed, prioritised and aligned with business benefits</li><li>Support the delivery of system enhancements, changes and projects, translating business requirements into effective technology solutions</li><li>Provide functional expertise across ERP and associated business systems, including systems configuration, data, controls, testing and training</li><li>Identify and manage technical and operational risks</li><li>Partner with business users - HR, Technology, Finance etc</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Proven functional and technical experience in Dynamics or D365 (can be F&O, F&SCM or Business Central)</li><li>Ability to liaise with different stakeholders across a global enterprise</li><li>MUST have a solid understanding of finance processes like AP, AR, GL, Project Accounting to be able to support finance users on queries and solutions</li></ul>On Offer <ul><li>Salary up to £60,000</li><li>Hybrid working - 2 days a week in Chippenham</li><li>Pension contribution</li><li>Bonus</li><li>Private healthcare</li><li>Life assurance</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um94eS5MYXcuNjE5MDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-09T15:16:09Z

Senior Finance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
80000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis PE-backed SaaS business based in central London is looking to hire a Senior Finance Manager due to the growth plans. They are the market leader within the industry and have presence in various countries. They are looking for someone who can add value to the finance team as well as the wider business. RoleThe Senior Finance Manager will be responsible for month-end and year-end close activities across multiple entities and currencies, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. The role will lead statutory accounting, tax, and audit processes, while overseeing complex manual consolidations across the group. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the successful candidate will manage a team of three and play a key role in maintaining a robust financial control environment. ProfileThe successful candidate for the Senior Finance Manager vacancy will be ACA/ACCA qualified with at least 3 years of work experience in industry.A 'can-do' attitude is required as well as experience within an international business. Sound knowledge of accounting standards i.e., IFRS, UKGAAP. Strong communication and influencing skills with ability to simplify complex problems and build solution are desired. This role will be mainly offering a hybrid working structure (3-day a week in the office) and it is based in central London. Apply Today To apply online (Word attachment only), please click the 'Apply' button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bWVsYW5pZS53b25nLjc5MzY5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-14T17:18:06Z

Finance Business Partner

Hounslow, London
remote
Permanent
80000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis well-established food & beverage business, based in Heathrow London, is looking to appoint a Finance Business Partner as part of its continued growth.The company offers an attractive and rewarding compensation and benefits package, alongside strong opportunities for career development and progression. Responsibilities:<ul><li>OPEX Controlling: Own central OPEX budgeting, forecasting, actuals and variance analysis, providing clear visibility of costs, risks, savings and performance against targets.</li><li>CAPEX Management: Control the central CAPEX portfolio, reviewing business cases, monitoring approved/committed spend and ensuring investments remain within budget.</li><li>Contract & Supplier Controlling: Oversee major contracts and financial commitments, monitoring contract values, renewals, pricing, indexation, supplier spend and potential financial exposure.</li><li>Forecasting & Planning: Lead OPEX/CAPEX forecasting and contribute to annual budgets and long-term planning, providing forward-looking views of expenditure, cash requirements, risks and opportunities.</li><li>Business Partnering: Partner closely with Finance, Procurement, Legal, Operations, HR, IT and senior stakeholders, challenging assumptions and supporting informed spending and investment decisions.</li></ul> ProfileThe successful candidate will be a qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA/Qualified-by-experience accountant with strong technical finance experience.You will have:<ul><li>10+ years' experience in Controlling, FP&A or Business Finance, strong OPEX/CAPEX and financial modelling expertise</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management, influencing and business partnering skills.</li><li>The ability to simplify complex financial issues and develop practical solutions.</li></ul> This is a fully office-based role in Heathrow, London Apply TodayTo apply online, please click the Apply button and submit your CV in Word format.Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bWVsYW5pZS53b25nLjE4MjM2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-01T16:06:41Z

Finance Business Partner

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
45000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in partnership with an established organisation in Swindon to recruit a Finance Business Partner role on a full-time permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity that will play a pivotal role in business partnering with a specific entity, presenting to stakeholders and carrying out financial analysis and reporting tasks as well as month-end management accounting duties. The Finance Business Partner role will be suitable for someone that is part/newly qualified in CIMA/ACCA/ACA, has proven management accounting experience and someone that is keen to thrive within a business partnering capacity and progress within a business that is renowned for offering long-term career development. The salary is between £45,000 - £55,000 plus study support, hybrid working, annual bonus and other excellent benefits. The Role The main duties of the Finance Business Partner will consist of the following: <ul><li>Preparing the budgets and forecasts.</li><li>P&L analysis and reporting. </li><li>Balance sheet review and reporting. </li><li>Financial analysis; variances, risk/opportunities, trends.</li><li>Month end reporting; accruals, prepayments, journals, reconciliations. </li><li>Business partnering with various stakeholders; presenting financial data and building/maintaining strong relationships. </li></ul> Requirements To be considered for the Finance Business Partner role, you must ideally possess the following skills/experience: <ul><li>Must have experience within a management accounting role. </li><li>Ideally part/newly qualified in CIMA/ACCA/ACA, Qualified by experience with relevant industry experience would also be considered. </li><li>Strong communication skills. </li><li>Strong relationship building skills. </li><li>Excellent attention to detail. </li><li>Innovative mindset. </li><li>Confident user of Excel. </li></ul> Salary & Benefits <ul><li>£45,000 - £55,000 annual salary. </li><li>Study support. </li><li>Hybrid working; 2-3 days on site. </li><li>Annual bonus scheme. </li><li>Company car scheme. </li><li>Private healthcare. </li><li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)</li><li>Pension scheme. </li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy44NTI1Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-04T10:54:17Z

Senior Finance Manager

Oxford, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
80000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with an established and growing consultancy based in Oxford to recruit a Senior Finance Manager on a part-time basis (22.5 hours). This is a permanent position created due to internal promotion, a great opportunity to join an established firm in a role offering progression and development. This is as a part-time position (22.5 hours) with ownership as a senior leader and ability to grow in responsibility, you will come from a technical and controls background with an understanding of tax requirements and ability to provide leadership within a stable function.The Senior Finance Manager position will be paying in the region of £80,000 to £85,000 per annum (full time equivalent, pro rata to 22.5 hours) with hybrid working (1-2 days on site) and a great prospect for future development. Other benefits include salary sacrifice pension, PMI, company bonus scheme. Key responsibilities include<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Lead month end process for overall group and associated entities</li><li>Lead the year end close process ensuring robust controls and timely reporting alongside being key liaison with the auditors</li><li>Own and drive continuous improvement within financial reporting and controls processes</li><li>Preparation of statutory financial statements across the group and international entities</li><li>Oversee group tax return preparation and submission alongside managing external relationships</li><li>Key advisor to the business in areas of tax compliance and technical guidance, ensuring mitigation of risk and adherence to regulation</li><li>Act as a catalyst for finance transformation and process improvement initiatives, adoption of AI enablement and streamlining of business-as-usual areas</li><li>Leadership position within the finance function, deputising for the CFO and comfortable with a likely progression to direct team management</li></ul> About your experience<ul><li style="text-align: justify;">Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), this role would suit a candidate trained through practice but all prior experience considered</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Experience within partnership accounts, either gained in house or through practice audit/preparation is advantageous</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Ability to take ownership and responsibility of the accounting function, you will initially be seen as a Senior Leader with a likely route to direct team management</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Breadth of experience across statutory accounting and compliance, tax, treasury and reporting</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci44NTAxNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-01T10:14:50Z

Finance Director

Bath, Somerset
remote
Temporary
375 - 400 GBP / Daily
Robert Half are proud to be supporting an organisation within the education sector, based near Bath, with the recruitment of an interim finance director. This is a fantastic opportunity for newly created role reporting to board level, ideal for a candidate with previous experience within the sector at head of finance, financial controller or finance director level. Duration: 6 months minimum - opportunity for extension.Daily rate: Up to £400pd (Inside IR35)Start date: Early/Mid-OctoberHybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 remote.Location: Near Bath. Reporting to board level, you will take responsibility for the following: * Production of monthly management accounts* Cashflow forecasting and treasury management* Bank covenant monitoring and compliance reporting* Oversight of payroll for 400-500 employees* Management of sales ledger, purchase ledger and debt collection* Responsibility for cash and investment management* VAT returns and Corporation Tax compliance* Management of the external audit process* Insurance claims administration* Attendance at Finance Committee meetings and preparation of associated reports* Supporting the implementation of a new HR and payroll system This role suits a candidate that is a qualified accountant and can hit the ground running on the above responsibilities. For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400 or apply directly to this advert.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjU3MjM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-24T07:34:40Z

Management Accountant

Basingstoke, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
55000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is working with an established Financial Services business to recruit a Management Accountant into its Finance team.This is an opportunity for a qualified accountant who thinks differently.Our client is looking for someone who combines strong accounting fundamentals with a genuine interest in systems, data and technology. Someone who enjoys understanding how data gets from source systems into Finance, isn't afraid to get into the detail, and is interested in finding better ways of doing things.This is a role for someone who wants to be part of the future development of finance, rather than simply maintaining existing processes.<h3>What will you be doing?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Preparing and delivering monthly management accounts, reconciliations, journals and financial reporting across the Group and its subsidiaries.</li><li>Getting underneath existing month-end processes, understanding how they work and identifying where they can be rebuilt or improved.</li><li>Working with source systems and large datasets to investigate data quality, discrepancies and reporting issues.</li><li>Using Excel, VBA/macros, SQL, Power BI, AI or other technology to improve processes, automate repetitive work and make financial information more reliable.</li><li>Developing meaningful KPIs, variance analysis and management information to support decision-making.</li><li>Working with colleagues across Finance and the wider business to improve the flow and quality of information into Finance.</li><li>Contributing to the development and upskilling of the wider Finance team.</li><li>Supporting senior Finance stakeholders with wider projects and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul><h3>What are we looking for?</h3>We're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a solid grounding in management accounting and financial reporting.Financial Services, banking, fintech, insurance or another regulated environment would be highly relevant, but we're also interested in accountants from other sectors who can demonstrate the right technical mindset.More important than having a long list of technical qualifications is being someone who:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Is genuinely interested in systems, data and technology.</li><li>Enjoys working with large datasets and complex reconciliations.</li><li>Isn't afraid to get into the detail and understand where the numbers come from.</li><li>Looks at a process and thinks "there must be a better way of doing this."</li><li>Has an appetite to use AI, automation, VBA/macros, SQL, Power BI or similar tools to improve Finance.</li><li>Can combine technical curiosity with strong accounting fundamentals.</li><li>Is confident working with stakeholders and challenging established processes constructively.</li></ul><h3>Why is this role different?</h3>The business is looking for a finance recruit for the future.You won't simply be expected to produce the numbers and move on. You'll have the opportunity to understand the underlying systems and data, help rebuild inefficient month-end processes, improve reporting and controls, and contribute to the development of the finance function.It would suit an accountant who is perhaps a little different from the traditional profile - someone who enjoys accounting but also enjoys working out how things work, solving problems and using technology to make them better. If you're a qualified accountant who is not afraid of data, systems or technology and wants to play a role in shaping the future of finance, we'd be keen to hear from you.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuOTQwODYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-28T10:27:23Z

Financial Accountant

London, London
remote
Temporary
300 - 350 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Financial Accountant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for the following duties:<ul><li>Maintain accurate financial records, including journals, reconciliations and general ledger postings.</li><li>Manage cash transactions, bank reconciliations, expenses and company credit cards.</li><li>Oversee sales invoicing and support credit control and cash collection.</li><li>Prepare VAT and WHT returns.</li><li>Support monthly management accounts, including contract asset and liability accounting.</li><li>Assist with forecasting, budgeting and commercial reporting, including backlog and pipeline reporting.</li><li>Support year-end reporting, statutory audits and ad hoc financial analysis.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, controls and reporting.</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely financial information.</li><li>System - NetSuite</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Financial Accountant will be qualified.You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a leading Renewable Energy Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:This temporary Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £300-£350 per day via an umbrella company, dependant on experience. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjA2MDkwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-09T16:07:44Z

Interim Financial Controller

Oxford, Oxfordshire
remote
Temporary
80000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
<h1 dir="ltr">Interim Financial Controller interim for a few months / could be TEMP - Perm</h1>We're looking for an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join a growing, international business during a period of change.This is a hands-on controllership role, working closely with the Interim CFO and wider business to strengthen reporting, controls and the relationship between Finance and the Board.<h3 dir="ltr">The role</h3><ul><li>Own the management accounts process</li><li>Lead group consolidations and intercompany adjustments</li><li>Manage the audit process</li><li>Investigate variances and get to the "why" behind the numbers</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and reporting</li><li>Build strong relationships with stakeholders and improve confidence in Finance</li></ul><h3 dir="ltr">What we're looking for</h3><ul><li>Qualified accountant or strong QBE</li><li>Strong financial controllership and management accounts experience</li><li>Proven consolidation and intercompany experience</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Comfortable operating in an environment where Finance currently needs to rebuild credibility</li><li>SaaS experience is advantageous, but not essential - we're looking for someone with the curiosity to quickly understand the model</li><li>Experience working across international time zones would be useful</li><li>Experience with Xero and/or QuickBooks</li></ul>This is an opportunity for a confident, commercially minded Financial Controller who can combine technical strength with excellent communication and make an immediate impact. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bGlzYS5oYXl3YXJkLjA3NTA1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-01T19:27:52Z

Financial Controller

Southampton, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
75000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - SOUTHAMPTONI am excited to be the exclusive recruitment partner to this incredible retail brand that has risen from founder lead start up to almost 50 stores nationwide in six years! They have ambitious plans to dominate the UK market through both acquisition (several currently in play) and organic growth, and now need to recruit their first ever Financial Controller to insource finance, put all processes and systems in from scratch, work through historical issues around stock control, VAT, credit control, supplier payments and take them through their first ever audit, whilst integrating in acquisitions, building your own team, developing a technology strategy and delivering it. Every day will be a different challenge, and the ownership want to grow at pace, so be ready for an incredible journey towards a sale process in the future! This role is based at their Southampton HQ with the opportunity to work from home 3 days a week, and can offer up to £90k P/A plus bonus and benefits. It would ideally suit a qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge, and eye for detail, an innovative nature and the confidence to present to C-suite.Duties:<ul><li>To insource all financial accounting and tax activities from their outsourced provider</li><li>To map out resource, and begin to build out a finance team inhouse</li><li>Responsible for ensuring the completion of monthly management accounts, in line with Group deadlines</li><li>Responsible for the integrity of the balance sheet through regular monthly reconciliations and reviews</li><li>Co-ordinating the management of cash flow and cash flow projections across the business</li><li>Ensure the business follows all required internal procedures and legislation</li><li>Own the annual audit, liaising with the external auditors and other stakeholders</li><li>Drive the month end review process and year end close to gain clear understanding of P&L, Cashflow and Balance Sheet performance Financial Planning & Analysis</li><li>Preparation of annual financial budgets and periodic forecasts for P&L, balance sheet and cashflow</li><li>Improve and embed 'FP&A' quality reporting across the leadership</li><li>Support Head of commercial finance in improving the quality of commercial insight / commentary of business performance and developing "business partnering" capability</li><li>Prepare and deliver commercial performance reports for internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Drive improvements in reporting tools and processes to ensure accurate, timely data</li><li>Develop and extend the use of a fit for purpose ERP and related technology tools across the group companies, to improve financial insight and monthly reporting</li><li>Work with other Teams to standardise and streamline operations through process and systems changes</li><li>To support M&A activities, and integrate acquisitions</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £75,000 and £90,000 p/a based on the candidate's experience.</li><li>A performance related bonus of up to 15%</li><li>4% contributory pension</li><li>25 days holiday</li><li>WFH flexibility 2-3 days per week</li><li>Discounts on products</li><li>Other great benefits on application</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuNDI4OTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-25T12:27:27Z

Accounts Assistant

London, London
remote
Permanent
35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is a rapidly expanding IT services and consulting business based in London. They specialise in designing and implementing robust IT infrastructure across various key industries in UK and Europe.Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their London based team. This position will be full-time in office.RoleReporting into the Director, the Accounts Assistant will work closely with the wider business taking ownership of accounts payable/receivable duties, reconciliations and sales support.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Process customer orders and raise supplier purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.</li><li>Raise customer invoices, process supplier invoices and credit notes, and maintain accurate financial records in Xero.</li><li>Allocate customer payments, assist with bank reconciliations and maintain organised financial documentation.</li><li>Manage credit control, chase overdue invoices and monitor customer credit limits.</li><li>Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries, discrepancies and outstanding information.</li><li>Maintain aged debt reports, monitor payment commitments and escalate overdue accounts where necessary.</li><li>Provide general sales and finance administration support, ensuring records are accurate and procedures are followed.</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal profile for this Accounts Assistant position, should have the following:<ul><li>2-4 years of experience within an Accounts Assistant capacity or similar.</li><li>Experience across accounts payable, credit control, order processing or sales support would be beneficial.</li><li>Proficiency working with Xero.</li><li>AAT studier (Level 2/3) would be ideal or similar.</li><li>Ideally prior industry experience within a scale-up / SME business.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£35,000 - £40,000 plus additional benefits:<ul><li>Full-time in office </li><li>Support for studies</li><li>Standard pension scheme</li><li>20 days holiday + bank holidays</li><li>Regular company socials, free lunches and more.</li></ul>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjMwNDIzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-14T14:23:42Z

Fund Accounting Manager

City of London, London
remote
Contract
60000 - 64000 GBP / Yearly
Fund Accounting Manager | Real Estate & Investment Management | Central London | £60,000-£64,000 | 12-Month FTC Robert Half are partnering with a leading international investment management business to recruit a Fund Accounting Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a 1-year fixed-term contract, so we are ideally looking for someone who is happy with a 12-month contract and comfortable committing to the full duration of the role. The role is available to start within the next month, so candidates will need to be immediately available or currently serving their notice period. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant, ideally ACA qualified, who has trained within audit and gained experience auditing investment management businesses, funds or asset management clients. The role sits within a specialist finance team and provides broad exposure across fund accounting, financial reporting, technical accounting, financial controls and client reporting. You will work closely with fund managers, asset managers, clients and external service providers, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move from audit into a broad fund accounting role. The position would suit someone who has developed a strong understanding of financial reporting and controls through auditing funds or asset management clients and is now looking to take greater ownership of the numbers, develop their stakeholder management skills and gain direct exposure to the investment management environment. About the Position You will be responsible for: <ul><li>Reviewing monthly and quarterly financial reporting for a portfolio of UK and European real estate funds, ensuring accuracy, quality and timely delivery.</li><li>Reviewing financial statements and challenging accounting treatments to ensure compliance with IFRS and relevant fund reporting requirements.</li><li>Presenting financial reporting to clients, responding to queries and building strong, long-term stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, investigating reconciling items and ensuring robust financial controls are maintained across the funds.</li><li>Overseeing VAT and CIS reporting, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and filing requirements.</li><li>Acting as a key finance contact for fund teams, asset managers, operations teams and clients, providing technical accounting and financial support.</li><li>Working closely with third-party administrators, external auditors, tax advisers and other service providers to ensure high-quality delivery.</li><li>Coordinating year-end audit processes, managing technical queries and ensuring recommendations arising from external reviews are addressed.</li><li>Supporting the financial management of funds through cash flow monitoring, financial governance and operational oversight.</li><li>Leading the financial onboarding of new clients and mandates, helping to establish appropriate reporting processes, controls and stakeholder relationships.</li><li>Supporting tender processes and the appointment of new external service providers where required.</li></ul> What We're Looking For <ul><li>Newly qualified accountant (ACA qualified).</li><li>Audit-trained with experience auditing funds, asset management or investment management clients.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial reporting, accounting principles and financial controls, ideally with exposure to IFRS.</li><li>Experience working with asset management, investment management, real estate, funds.</li><li>Strong technical accounting skills and the ability to understand and challenge financial reporting.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build credible relationships with clients, fund managers, asset managers and external advisers.</li><li>Commercially minded, proactive and solutions-focused, with a genuine interest in developing beyond a traditional audit role.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and quality.</li></ul> Here's What's Waiting for You <ul><li>Direct exposure to UK and European real estate funds and investment management.</li><li>Broad responsibility across financial reporting, technical accounting, controls, cash flow and client reporting.</li><li>Significant stakeholder exposure, working closely with fund managers, asset managers, clients and senior finance professionals.</li><li>The opportunity to develop commercially and build experience beyond a traditional external audit environment.</li></ul> Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified auditor looking to make the move into industry and develop a career within fund accounting and investment management. If you have spent your training contract auditing asset management or investment management clients, this role offers the opportunity to take the knowledge you have developed in audit and apply it directly within a specialist finance environment.You'll gain exposure to real estate funds, financial reporting, IFRS, financial controls, client relationships and fund operations, while working closely with experienced finance and investment professionals.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMzQ5NDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-05T10:27:34Z

Technical Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Technical Accountant - Remote - 6 month assignment - up to £400/day Robert Half are thrilled to be working with a long-standing client in their search for a qualified accountant, for a 6 month assignment. This is a high-impact role where you'll play a key part in strengthening financial governance, shaping accounting practices and driving continuous improvement across a complex, commercially focused business.Working closely with senior finance leadership, you'll be at the heart of financial reporting, audit coordination and governance. From advising on complex accounting matters to enhancing internal controls and influencing commercial decisions, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact while developing your expertise in a challenging and varied environment.Key Details: <ul class="gflkrc gflkz5 gfllgi"><li>Job Title: Technical Accountant</li><li>Pay rate: Up to £400/day (inside IR35), DOE</li><li>Location: remote with occasional travel to Scotland, London and the South West</li><li>Contract Length: 6 months</li></ul>Responsibilities: <ul class="gflkrc gflkz5 gfllgi"><li>Leading audit coordination - managing and coordinating internal and external audits, ensuring deadlines are met and outputs are delivered to a high standard.</li><li>Strengthening financial governance - supporting half-year and year-end reporting, preparing governance documentation and ensuring compliance with internal controls.</li><li>Providing technical accounting expertise - preparing and reviewing technical accounting papers, interpreting accounting standards and advising finance teams on complex accounting matters, including IFRS 15 and long-term commercial contracts.</li><li>Influencing commercial decisions - analysing contract performance, challenging forecast assumptions and identifying unusual trends, financial risks and potential accounting issues.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement - delivering assurance programmes, strengthening internal controls and identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting.</li><li>Developing accounting knowledge - creating technical guidance and delivering training to improve understanding of complex accounting concepts across the business.</li><li>Partnering with senior stakeholders - collaborating with senior finance leaders, FP&A and Group Finance to develop controls, support new contract opportunities and enhance financial performance.</li><li>Ensuring compliance - reviewing the application of accounting policies and overseeing adherence to contract review and governance requirements.</li></ul>Requirements: <ul class="gflkrc gflkz5 gfllgi"><li>ACA or ACCA qualification.</li><li>Previous experience in practice, particularly within audit.</li><li>Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge, including experience with IFRS 15 and long-term commercial contracts.</li><li>Experience working within a large organisation, engaging with stakeholders across multiple teams or locations.</li><li>Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate clear, actionable insights.</li><li>Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Word, alongside experience in financial modelling.</li><li>The confidence to challenge assumptions, influence senior stakeholders and provide clear, constructive advice.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with a genuine interest in improving processes, strengthening controls and enhancing financial reporting.</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuMzI3NTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-12T11:26:30Z

FP&A Accountant

Maidenhead, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
<h1> </h1>Robert Half is partnering with a successful and growing international manufacturing and engineering group to recruit a qualified FP&A Accountant into its expanding finance function.The business operates across multiple international markets and has a broad commercial and operational footprint, with Finance working closely with Sales, Operations and Procurement. This newly created role offers the opportunity to join an organisation at an important stage of its development, with genuine scope to improve how financial performance is forecast, reported and understood across the business.<h2>The Opportunity</h2>Reporting into the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in shaping how the business understands and manages its financial performance.This is not simply a reporting role. You'll take ownership of the budgeting and forecasting cycle, develop and improve FP&A processes, and ensure senior stakeholders have accurate, timely and meaningful financial information to support decision-making.You'll have visibility across a broad operational and commercial environment, working with senior stakeholders to understand performance, challenge assumptions and identify opportunities to improve profitability and business performance.Your responsibilities will include:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Owning the annual budgeting process and supporting ongoing financial planning.</li><li>Preparing monthly revenue, margin and profit forecasts.</li><li>Leading cross-functional revenue review meetings with Sales, Operations and Procurement.</li><li>Analysing P&L performance, investigating significant variances and challenging stakeholders where required.</li><li>Identifying trends, risks and opportunities and recommending appropriate corrective actions.</li><li>Business partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation.</li><li>Monitoring capital expenditure and supporting investment decisions and business cases.</li><li>Ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial data across ERP and reporting systems.</li><li>Producing high-quality management reporting and ensuring consistent financial information is used across the business.</li><li>Developing and improving reporting packs, processes and tools to make financial insight more accessible and useful.</li><li>Manipulating and analysing financial data to identify trends, anomalies and performance drivers.</li><li>Supporting senior leadership with analysis and decision-making, with potential exposure to Board-level discussions.</li><li>Helping establish a more consistent and effective approach to FP&A across the business.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2>We're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong experience across FP&A, commercial finance or finance business partnering.You'll ideally bring:<ul data-spread="false"><li>5+ years' experience in FP&A or a commercially focused finance role.</li><li>Strong ownership of budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li>Proven experience improving or developing financial processes, reporting or forecasting approaches.</li><li>Strong data manipulation and analytical skills, with the ability to turn financial data into clear commercial insight.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and strong financial modelling capability.</li><li>Experience working with ERP and financial reporting systems.</li><li>Experience with Power BI or other financial reporting/BI tools would be advantageous.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills.</li><li>The confidence to challenge senior stakeholders and explain financial information clearly to non-finance teams.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise way.</li><li>A proactive, commercially minded approach and the ability to work independently and take ownership.</li></ul>Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or other operationally complex environment would be highly desirable, although strong FP&A candidates from other sectors will also be considered.<h2>Why Join?</h2>This is a great opportunity to join a business where FP&A is being developed and strengthened, rather than simply stepping into an established reporting role.You'll have genuine ownership of the budgeting and forecasting cycle, regular interaction with senior stakeholders and the opportunity to influence decisions across the commercial and operational sides of the business.You'll also have the opportunity to improve reporting processes, strengthen the quality of financial data and help establish a more consistent approach to financial insight across the organisation.The business offers hybrid working, with the flexibility to work from home 1-2 days per week.Salary: £60,000-£75,000 depending on experience Location: Maidenhead Working pattern: HybridRobert 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuODc3NTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-10T12:34:04Z

Group Financial Reporting Transformation Lead

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
100000 - 115000 GBP / Yearly
Group Financial Reporting Transformation Lead | Major UK Retailer | Central London or Manchester (Hybrid Working) | Up to £115,000 | Permanent Role Please note: candidates must be available to start by December 2026. Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Group Financial Reporting Transformation Lead on behalf of a major UK retailer undergoing a significant transformation of its Finance function and the way Group Financial Reporting operates across the organisation. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced Group Reporting professional to join the business at an important stage of its transformation journey. You'll bring strong listed-company reporting experience and use it to help shape how the organisation consolidates, reports and governs its financial information for the future. The role offers the opportunity to step beyond traditional BAU reporting and work at the centre of a major change programme, influencing processes, controls, governance and ways of working across a large and complex organisation. 📊 About the Position As Group Financial Reporting Transformation Lead, you'll take ownership of a key Group Reporting workstream and act as the subject matter expert across Consolidation, Group Reporting and External Reporting. You'll work closely with senior leadership and a broad range of stakeholders across Finance, Technology, Audit and Transformation. Your experience will be particularly important in ensuring that the future operating model reflects the practical realities of running Group Reporting within a complex listed business. This is not a pure transformation or systems role. The successful candidate will have spent a significant part of their career actually running and owning Group Reporting, and will now have the opportunity to apply that experience to how the function operates in the future. Day-to-day, you'll: <ul><li>Lead the future design of Group Consolidation, Group Reporting and External Reporting.</li><li>Use your practical experience to shape reporting processes, controls, governance and ways of working.</li><li>Provide subject matter expertise across IFRS consolidation, intercompany, group adjustments and statutory reporting.</li><li>Partner with senior Finance, Technology, Audit and Transformation stakeholders, acting as the bridge between technical reporting requirements and practical delivery.</li><li>Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise and improve existing Group Reporting processes.</li><li>Challenge existing ways of working and help create a more efficient, controlled and scalable reporting environment.</li><li>Support implementation, testing, transition and the first reporting cycles within the new operating model.</li></ul> 📋 What We're Looking For <ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.</li><li>Significant post-qualified experience in Group Reporting, Group Consolidation or External Reporting.</li><li> Strong experience gained within a large listed, multinational or similarly complex organisation.</li><li>Deep and recent knowledge of IFRS Group Reporting, consolidation, statutory reporting, intercompany and group adjustments.</li><li>Experience working across multiple entities, business units and/or jurisdictions.</li><li>A genuine hands-on Group Reporting professional who understands the challenges of running a complex reporting function.</li><li> Experience of leading change, improving processes or supporting a significant Finance transformation would be advantageous.</li><li>Must be available to start by December 2026.</li></ul> 🤝 Here's What's Waiting for You <ul><li>Up to £115,000 base salary.</li><li>Hybrid working from either Central London or Manchester (3 days per week in the office)</li><li>Genuine ownership of a critical Group Reporting workstream.</li><li>The opportunity to influence the future operating model for Group Finance.</li><li>A role combining technical Group Reporting expertise with transformation, change and stakeholder leadership.</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move For someone who has spent years managing complex reporting cycles within a listed environment, this is an opportunity to take that experience and use it to shape what comes next. You'll be joining a major UK retailer at a significant point in its Finance journey, with the opportunity to influence how Group Reporting operates across the organisation rather than simply inheriting an established process. The scale of the business means you'll be dealing with complex group structures, multiple entities and significant reporting requirements, while working alongside senior Finance stakeholders on a transformation that will have a lasting impact. For an experienced Group Reporting Senior Manager, Head of Group Reporting or equivalent who wants to broaden their experience beyond BAU reporting, this offers the opportunity to combine deep technical expertise with genuine transformation exposure and have a visible impact.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMjA2NDAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-06T15:16:49Z

Financial Controller

Hungerford, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
70000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are recruiting a Financial Controller role on a permanent basis with an SME based in Hungerford. This role would suit a qualified accountant seeking their final role in finance (next 5-10 years). This role will be primarily based onsite 4-5 days a week. The roleThe Financial Controller will be pivotal in managing the day to day running of the finance team whilst also being a key member of the senior leadership team. The role will involve but not be limited to:<ul><li>Managing a small team.</li><li>Overseeing the production of monthly management accounts.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting.</li><li>Cash flow management.</li><li>Guiding on strategy.</li><li>Financial analysis.</li><li>Liaising with auditors.</li></ul> Profile<ul><li>ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with 10+ years PQE.</li><li>Extensive SME experience.</li><li>Proven leadership experience (3+).</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills.</li><li>Happy to work onsite 5 days a week.</li><li>Full right to work in the UK.</li><li>Steady CV - 4+ years in each role. Note: contractors will not be considered.</li></ul> Package:<ul><li>£70,000 - £80,000 + bonus.</li><li>Private healthcare.</li><li>Onsite parking.</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjQ3MTU3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-27T17:44:28Z

Interim Head of Legal - Asset Finance firm

London, London
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
Interim Head of Legal6 month fixed term contractAsset Finance firmLondon - Hybrid working The role:Sales & Commercial Support<ul><li>Act as the first point of contact for all customer and introducer-facing documentation amendments and new requests. Maintain and update the suite of approved customer and introducer documents to reflect changes in legislation and market practice and ensure they are fit for purpose.</li><li>Visit customers and introducers where required, supporting Sales in documenting framework agreements to build relationships for future business.</li><li>Where necessary, review and finalise European structures and paperwork supporting new products and framework agreements.</li><li>Ensure the registration of charges at Companies House, maintain the outstanding documents list, and register the receipt of documents.</li></ul>Legal Counsel & Security.<ul><li>Ensure legal security and participate in the prevention of legal operational risks</li><li>Review, update, and ensure all local Legal Policies and Procedures are fit for purpose.</li><li>Define and implement internal service agreements or contractual policies with main internal clients, especially the Sales department</li><li>Define a mapping of local legal risks, establish an action plan to control these risks, and identify/deliver training needs.</li><li>Provide regular training to the business to ensure contractual documentation is used in the right context and completed correctly.</li><li>Ensure continuous legal watch; inform local management, business lines, support functions, and the Legal/Compliance teams of any draft or changes in laws, regulations, or case law, drawing appropriate conclusions and action plans.</li><li>Maintain regular exchanges with other legal departments.</li></ul>Litigation<ul><li>Handle and supervise all pre-litigation and litigation files</li><li>Provide legal support in hard arrears cases, including processing statutory demands, preparing witness statements, and maintaining disclosure packs.</li><li>Submit court forms, applications, and draft tailored letter templates for specific legal cases.</li><li>Provide local Management and the General Counsel with legal opinions on risks of conviction in major litigation risks.</li></ul> Management<ul><li>Recruit, manage, and coach the UK legal team</li><li>Manage relationships with external legal firms, seeking specialist external advice when necessary, and act as the principal point of contact.</li><li>Ensure the legal department is fully integrated into the crisis management teams and the business continuity plan</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Qualified Lawyer (UK law expertise is essential) with solid experience as a Senior Lawyer or Head of a Legal department.</li><li>Experience in the equipment leasing/financing sector, banking, or financial services is highly preferred.</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hyaXMuaGVuc29uLjQxMDI3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-19T18:04:00Z

Group Financial Controller

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
remote
Permanent
85000 - 95000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in partnership with a private equity backed business based near to Cheltenham to recruit a Group Financial Controller on a permanent basis. This role will report to the CFO and take ownership of the day-to-day finance function whilst focusing on technical accounting and financial control areas.This is a great opportunity to work in a fast paced and progressive business that is looking to process improve and drive the finance function forward whilst managing a high volume and demanding cash flow environment.The Group Financial Controller position will be paying in the region of £85,000 to £95,000 per annum, 10% bonus with hybrid working (1-2 days from home) and a great prospect for future development. If you have worked in a fast paced, PE environment and come from a technical/controls background then this would be a great role to step into! Key responsibilities include<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Oversight of month end close process (P&L, Balance Sheet, cash flow)</li><li>Lead the year end close process ensuring robust controls and timely reporting alongside being key liaison with the auditors</li><li>Own and drive continuous improvement within the finance function, including opportunities for automation and AI, ERP optimisation and enhancements</li><li>Ensure robust balance sheet control, reconciliations and review process</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting process and maintenance of rolling forecasts</li><li>Cash flow forecasting and the monitoring of liquidity</li><li>Ensure effective management of debtors and creditors</li></ul> About your experience<ul><li style="text-align: justify;">Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), this role would suit a candidate trained through practice but all prior experience considered</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Experience within a Private Equity backed business</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Prior leadership experience across a business as usual function, strong direct management and ability to coach/develop</li><li style="text-align: justify;">Previous experience within a tight cash flow control environment</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci4zMzEzNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-08T14:24:59Z

Trainee Management Accountant

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
25000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Trainee Management Accountant</h1>Location: Milton Keynes, Working Pattern: Hybrid Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Benefits: Study support and career developmentAn excellent opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Management Accountant to join an established finance team in Milton Keynes. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous finance experience who is looking to develop their technical accounting skills, gain exposure to management accounting and progress with professional studies.Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, assisting with financial reporting, reconciliations, journals, cash flow reporting and general accounting activities.The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, a convenient location close to a train station and support towards further professional qualifications. Excel skills are really imporatnt in this role.Key Responsibilities<ul data-spread="false"><li>Support the Financial Controller with the preparation of accounts and the day-to-day running of the finance department.</li><li>Prepare and submit weekly sales reports.</li><li>Assist with contract costing updates and work-in-progress (WIP) journals.</li><li>Maintain sales control accounts, including sales and machine cost of sales.</li><li>Update order reconciliations and prepare prepayment journals.</li><li>Prepare and upload APR reports and process general journals.</li><li>Maintain the fixed asset register and post depreciation.</li><li>Assist with cash flow preparation and bank liquidity reporting.</li><li>Reconcile customer deposits and purchase reserves.</li><li>Support the setup of new customers and process intercompany invoices.</li><li>Provide general finance administration support and assist with ad hoc assignments.</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues across the finance and wider administration teams, providing holiday and sickness cover when required.</li></ul>Your Profile<ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous experience working in a finance or accounts role, ideally within a corporate environment.</li><li>AAT qualified or studying towards AAT, with an interest in progressing towards ACCA or CIMA.</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, at intermediate level or above.</li><li>Experience using SAP would be advantageous.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.</li><li>Good communication skills and the ability to liaise with colleagues at all levels.</li><li>A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities.</li><li>A team player who is keen to learn, develop and take on additional responsibilities.</li></ul>What's on Offer?<ul data-spread="false"><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Study support and the opportunity to progress towards further professional qualifications.</li><li>Exposure to a broad range of management accounting activities.</li><li>The opportunity to learn directly from an experienced Financial Controller.</li></ul>If you are looking to build on your existing finance experience and develop your career in management accounting, this could be an excellent next step.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTEyNTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-09T09:44:51Z

Financial Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
425 - 475 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary,Financial Accountant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for the following duties:<ul><li>Creating audit pack across 20 entities.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Intercompany reconciliations</li><li>Variance / commentary</li><li>Ad-hoc finance work</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Financial Accountant will either be ACA or ACCA qualified and have experience with IFRS.This role requires you to be in the office 5 days per week.You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a leading SaaS business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.Salary & Benefits:This temporary Financial Accountant role will be paying circa £425-£475 per day via an umbrella company, dependant on experience.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjU4NzkxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-22T11:29:44Z

Financial Reporting Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis well-established Technology business based in central London is looking to hire a Financial Reporting Manager due to the growth plans. They are the market leader within the industry and have presence in various countries. They are looking for someone who can add value to the finance team as well as the wider business. RoleThe Financial Reporting Manager will report to the Head of Finance and will take the ownership of the month-end closing for the major entity of the business, including balance sheet reconciliations, journals, accruals, prepayments, intercompany and explaining movements against forecast. You will oversee the statutory reporting, cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning as well as support the system implementation project. You will also act as the key point of contact for external auditors ProfileThe successful candidate for the Financial Reporting Manager vacancy will be ACA/ACCA qualified with 2-3 years of work experience in industry.A 'can-do' attitude is required as well as experience within an international business. Sound knowledge of accounting standards i.e., IFRS, UKGAAP. Strong communication and influencing skills with ability to simplify complex problems and build solution are desired. This role will be mainly offering a hybrid working structure (2-day a week in the office) and it is based in central London. Apply TodayTo apply online (Word attachment only), please click the 'Apply' button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bWVsYW5pZS53b25nLjIyNjgwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-11T16:53:48Z

Project Accountant

Kidlington, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established engineering business based near Kidlington to recruit an experienced Project Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy programme finance function within a technically complex, multi-project environment, supporting delivery teams with robust financial control, reporting and commercial insight.This role would suit a finance professional who enjoys working closely with delivery and programme teams, translating operational activity into accurate financial data, and who is comfortable balancing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced setting.The RoleReporting into the finance leadership team, you'll take ownership of the financial health of a portfolio of active projects, acting as the go-to finance contact for programme managers and senior stakeholders.Commercial & Proposals<ul><li>Review and sign off the financial assumptions underpinning new customer proposals before they go out the door</li><li>Build out project plans, work packages and schedules to support future bids and contract submissions</li></ul>Budgeting & Forecasting<ul><li>Own the forecast update cycle, feeding into the wider annual operating plan and flagging any deviation from budget</li><li>Keep project cost data accurate, with correct cost allocation and up-to-date hours bookings across the portfolio</li><li>Identify and manage financial risk across your project portfolio</li></ul>Reporting & Governance<ul><li>Produce monthly project reviews and forecast-to-completion updates, checking labour and third-party costs are booked correctly</li><li>Support the month-end close process, applying the correct accounting treatment across projects</li><li>Act as first point of contact for all project-related finance queries, providing challenge and support to delivery teams as needed</li><li>Respond to ad hoc financial requests from the wider programme</li><li>Monitor compliance with internal policy, accounting standards and risk management procedures</li><li>Maintain project financial data within the company's ERP system, liaising with IT on any reporting changes required</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes, answering project-related queries as they arise</li></ul>What You'll NeedEssential<ul><li>Solid background in financial controlling and/or project/programme reporting</li><li>Strong grasp of core accounting principles</li><li>Confident communicator, both written and verbal, with strong report-writing skills</li><li>Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel</li><li>Comfortable juggling multiple priorities and working to tight deadlines</li><li>Good understanding of work package management and control</li><li>Working knowledge of risk management principles</li><li>A methodical, organised approach to planning and tracking</li><li>Professional accountancy qualification, or actively working towards one (part-qualified considered)</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience with a major ERP system</li><li>Prior experience in project accounting</li><li>Exposure to government or public-sector commercial and accounting frameworks</li><li>Awareness of single-source procurement/contract regulations</li></ul>The Package<ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office, 2 days per week WFH</li><li>Strong company pension contribution</li><li>Private medical cover</li><li>Annual leave that increases with length of service</li><li>Bonus scheme</li><li>Additional lifestyle and wellbeing benefits</li></ul>Please note: Full right to work in the UK is required, as visa sponsorship is not available for this role.For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Charlie at Robert Half. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS43NzYyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-10T16:15:22Z

Treasury Analyst

London, London
remote
Permanent
45000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is a rapidly growing renewable energy consultancy business based in central London. They are highly acquisitive and private equity backed, dedicated to providing key services across the wind energy sector. Due to this continued growth, they are looking to hire a talented Treasury Analyst to join their expanding finance department.RoleReporting into the Treasury Manager, the Treasury Analyst will manage banking, support cash reporting and forecasting, and deliver clear AR/AP and working capital insights.They will take on a number of key duties including:<ul><li>Manage bank account administration, payment requests and compliance with Group Treasury policies.</li><li>Support weekly and monthly cash reporting, short-term cash flow forecasting and consolidation of business unit data.</li><li>Produce AR/AP and working capital reports, monitor overdue balances and follow up on agreed actions.</li><li>Maintain and enhance Excel-based reporting models, analysing financial data and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Liaise with Treasury, Group Finance and business unit finance teams to ensure accurate reporting and data quality.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve treasury processes, reporting efficiency and financial controls.</li><li>Support treasury projects and initiatives to improve working capital management and mitigate financial risk.</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal profile for this Treasury Analyst position, should have the following:<ul><li>2-4 years' experience in a Treasury Analyst or similar treasury/finance role.</li><li>Experience using online banking platforms, ideally HSBCnet.</li><li>Good Excel skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Exposure to working capital, cash flow forecasting or AR/AP analysis would be advantageous.</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across finance teams.</li><li>A proactive, switched-on individual who takes ownership and looks for ways to improve processes.</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£45,000 to £50,000 plus benefits:<ul><li>Hybrid working - 3 days in office</li><li>Discretionary bonus scheme</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Career progression opportunities</li><li>Private medical</li></ul>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjYwMjA5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-20T17:53:53Z

Payroller

Camberley, Surrey
remote
Permanent
32000 - 32000 GBP / Yearly
Payroll Administrator - Hartley Wintney - £32000 - Permanent - Office basedAbout the RoleWe are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team. You will be responsible for supporting the accurate and timely processing of payroll, maintaining employee records, and ensuring payroll-related queries are handled efficiently and professionally.This is a key role within the Finance/HR function, requiring excellent attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to work effectively to tight deadlines.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process monthly/weekly payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records, including starters, leavers, salary changes, benefits and deductions.</li><li>Process statutory payments and deductions, including PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and other applicable deductions.</li><li>Ensure payroll information complies with current legislation and company policies.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare and submit relevant payroll reports and documentation.</li><li>Manage payroll-related queries from employees and resolve issues promptly.</li><li>Liaise with HR, Finance, pension providers and other third parties as required.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and ensure payroll documentation is securely stored.</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities, including P60s and other statutory reporting.</li><li>Support payroll audits and provide information as required.</li><li>Keep up to date with changes to payroll legislation and regulations.</li><li>Contribute to improving payroll processes, controls and systems.</li></ul>About YouThe successful candidate will be:<ul><li>Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Comfortable working with confidential and sensitive information.</li><li>Numerate with strong analytical and reconciliation skills.</li><li>Able to manage deadlines and prioritise a busy workload.</li><li>A clear and confident communicator.</li><li>Proactive, reliable and able to work independently.</li><li>Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and payroll/HR systems.</li><li>Committed to accuracy and delivering a high standard of service.</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS4xODEwNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-24T13:36:12Z

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