<h1>Group Tax Analyst - Interim Contract</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Bracknell, Berkshire<br /><strong>Rate:</strong> £400 per day<br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office, 3 days remote<br /><strong>Contract:</strong> Initial 3 months, with potential to extend to 6 months<br /><strong>Start:</strong> ASAP</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>We are seeking an experienced Group Tax Analyst to join a high-performing Group Finance function on an initial 3-month interim contract, with potential for extension.</p><p>This is a key role providing cover within the Group Tax function, working closely with the Group Head of Tax and wider Finance teams across the UK and Europe.</p><p>The successful candidate will need to be able to hit the ground running, take ownership of key tax accounting and reporting activities, and provide immediate support across a broad range of UK and international tax matters.</p><p>This would suit an experienced Corporate Tax / Tax Accounting professional with previous in-house experience who is comfortable working autonomously and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p>Support UK corporate tax compliance and reporting activities.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and support monthly, quarterly and year-end tax reporting.</p></li><li><p>Prepare tax disclosures for statutory accounts and management reporting.</p></li><li><p>Assist with corporate tax budgeting and forecasting.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and calculate management fees and support associated tax considerations.</p></li><li><p>Assist with transfer pricing projects, documentation and implementation.</p></li><li><p>Support Employment Related Securities (ERS) returns.</p></li><li><p>Undertake CFC analysis and support international tax activities.</p></li><li><p>Manage and support UK corporation tax quarterly instalment payments.</p></li><li><p>Support US quarterly corporate tax reporting.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate with Finance teams across the UK and Europe on corporate tax matters.</p></li><li><p>Provide support and analysis on international taxation issues, including transfer pricing.</p></li><li><p>Support tax activities relating to acquisitions, business transfers and wider transformation projects.</p></li><li><p>Coordinate Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) across the European group.</p></li><li><p>Provide support across VAT and employment tax matters where required.</p></li><li><p>Assist the Group Head of Tax with ad hoc tax projects and strategic initiatives.</p></li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>We are looking for someone who can quickly understand an existing tax environment and become a valuable member of the team.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>Strong experience in <strong>UK corporate tax</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Previous <strong>in-house / industry experience</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Strong tax accounting and reporting experience.</p></li><li><p>Experience across international tax matters.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to <strong>transfer pricing, CFC and/or CbCR</strong>.</p></li><li><p>ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent qualification.</p></li><li><p>Excellent analytical and numerical skills.</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail.</p></li><li><p>The ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>A proactive, commercially minded approach.</p></li><li><p>The ability to work independently and make an immediate contribution.</p></li></ul><p>Experience with <strong>ONESOURCE Corporate Tax and/or BPC</strong> would be advantageous.</p><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li><p>£400 per day</p></li><li><p>Initial 3-month contract, with potential to extend to 6 months</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working - 2 days per week in Bracknell, 3 days remotely</p></li><li><p>Immediate / ASAP start</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to work closely with the Group Head of Tax</p></li><li><p>Broad exposure to UK and international corporate tax</p></li><li><p>High-impact interim assignment within an established Group Finance function</p></li></ul><p><strong>If you are an experienced corporate tax professional who can hit the ground running and is available at short notice, we'd be keen to hear from you.</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy45NjY5OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is recruiting an Interim Finance Manager for our client near Watford, for a period of 4-6 months. </p><p>The position of Interim Finance Manager will require the following skills and experience;</p><ul><li>ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified or qualified by experience.</li><li>Experience as a Project Accountant, Management Accountant or similar, with substantial project accounting responsibilities.</li><li>Strong project costing and management reporting skills. financial reporting, cost tracking and analysis.</li><li>Experience with month-end close, management accounts and reconciliations.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and stakeholder communication.</li><li>Ability to work independently, prioritise deadlines and adapt quickly.</li><li>Ability to navigate and extract, interpret and reconcile project-related data.</li><li>Experience in engineering, field services, maintenance, construction or facilities management.</li><li>Experience with ERP/project accounting systems and finance process improvements</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups and financial modelling.</li><li>Previous SME experience</li></ul><p>The position of Interim Finance Manager will be hired on an interim daily rate basis, it will be based 100% onsite and is considered an urgent requirement to begin asap. </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/amFtZXMuZWxsaXMuNTkzNjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in <strong>Banbury</strong> to recruit a <strong>Finance Assistant</strong>. The Finance Assistant will receive a salary up to <strong>£35,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits!</p><p>This role offers <strong>1 day per week hybrid working</strong> - 4 days a week working in the office.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Prepare and post accruals, prepayments and journal entries.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end processes, ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date.</li><li>Prepare and submit VAT returns, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with bank reconciliations and maintain general ledger accounts.</li><li>Support the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Process purchase and sales ledger transactions as required.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.</li><li>Respond to internal and external finance queries in a timely manner.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and procedures.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Previous experience in a finance or accounts-based role.</li><li>Good understanding of accounting principles, including accruals, prepayments and journals.</li><li>Good Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.</li><li>Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.</li><li>A proactive approach and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMzEyNDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for an Accounts Assistant for 6 months based on site in Swindon.</p><p>As Accounts Assistaant, you will cover;</p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities include filing, assisting with accounts administration, vehicles, tax and insurance administration, liaising with branches, compiling payroll information (rather than processing payroll), and general finance administration duties.</p><p>There are also several additional administrative tasks involved, such as uniform distribution, stationery ordering, fuel card administration, and other ad hoc duties as required. </p><ul><li>Managing incoming emails and acting as a key point of contact</li><li>Handling inbound and outbound phone calls</li><li>Issuing invoices, credits, and statements to customers in line with requests</li><li>Accounts such as journals, fixed assets management</li></ul><ul><li>Processing timesheets every Monday</li><li>Chasing Business Managers for outstanding timesheets</li><li>Monitoring and maintaining vehicle MOTs and road tax (fortnightly checks)</li></ul><ul><li>Completing mileage and expense claims</li><li>Maintaining compliance checklist</li><li>Setting up new customer accounts as required</li><li>Updating branch registers (e.g. key holders, utilities)</li><li>Managing uniform orders and stock</li><li>Processing Return to Work forms</li><li>Maintaining employee records (electronic and hard copy filing) Supporting ONS (Office for National Statistics) requests (as required</li></ul><p> </p><p>(On-site, 5 days per week)</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4zMDQxOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Fund Accounting Manager | Real Estate & Investment Management | Central London | £60,000-£64,000 | 12-Month FTC</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a leading international investment management business to recruit a Fund Accounting Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract.</p><p> </p><p>This is a <strong>1-year fixed-term contract</strong>, 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. <strong>The role is available to start within the next month, so candidates will need to be immediately available or currently serving their notice period.</strong></p><p> </p><p>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.</p><p> </p><p>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.</p><p> </p><p>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.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Position</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>You will be responsible for:</p><p> </p><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><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><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><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p> </p><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><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>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.</p><p> </p><p>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.</p><p>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.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMzQ5NDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This is a rapidly growing SaaS & Marketing business based in North West London. They help businesses reward & retain customers through various campaigns utilising their intuitive platform.</p><p>Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their finance department.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into the Finance Director, the Accounts Assistant will take on a broad position covering the Accounts Payable/Receivable and reconciliations activity across the team.</p><p>Key duties include:</p><ul><li>Daily bank reconciliations, and ownership in accounts payable & receivable</li><li>Production, posting and distribution of client invoices</li><li>Maintenance of debtor ledger and production of client statements</li><li>Following up with clients on overdue invoices</li><li>Posting of supplier invoices</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements</li><li>Processing and review of staff expenses and company cards,</li><li>Preparation of BACS run</li><li>Support the Management Accountant with month end processes, including bank reconciliations, VAT, journals and balance sheet reconciliations</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal profile for this Accounts Assistant position, should have the following:</p><ul><li>2-3+ years of experience within a similar Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant capacity</li><li>Strong proficiency owning payable and receivable processes, as well as reconciliations</li><li>Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to tight deadlines</li><li>High levels of proficiency in Excel</li><li>Familiarity with Xero accounting software</li><li>Comfortable using AI tools such as Claude</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li><li>Early stage studier (ideally AAT or equivalent)</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£33,000 - £36,000 + additional benefits including:</p><ul><li>Hybrid working structure</li><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>Study support package</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Regular company socials & more</li></ul><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training. </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjk0MTY5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a charitable organisation within the <strong>performing arts</strong> industry based in <strong>Salisbury </strong>to recruit a <strong>Financial Controller</strong>. The Financial Controller will receive a salary of up to £60,000 along with other attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote working (1-2 days per week WFH)</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>Part-time hours will be considered for this role. The ideal candidate will be looking for full-time hours.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Provide financial leadership in support of the organisation's mission and wider strategic objectives.</li><li>Attend Board, Finance Sub-Committee and Senior Management Team meetings, advising on financial matters.</li><li>Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.</li><li>Monitor financial performance against targets, providing analysis and financial commentary.</li><li>Take responsibility for cash flow management and overall cash positions.</li><li>Develop and maintain robust financial controls, policies and procedures.</li><li>Oversee internal and external audits, acting as the main point of contact for auditors.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant company law, charity law and financial regulations.</li><li>Lead and manage the finance team, including oversight of payroll operations.</li><li>Analyse financial information and prepare financial scenarios to support business decisions.</li><li>Work collaboratively with other departments to maximise income, control expenditure and improve financial processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) QBE will be considered.</li><li>Previous experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Director or senior finance position.</li><li>Strong technical knowledge of financial management, reporting, budgeting and cash flow.</li><li>Experience overseeing financial controls, audits and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Previous experience managing and developing a finance team.</li><li>Confident communicating financial information to senior stakeholders and non-finance colleagues.</li><li>A hands-on approach, with the ability to balance operational finance responsibilities with strategic input.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNjM5NzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a <strong>high-tech manufacturer</strong> based in <strong>Didcot</strong> to recruit a <strong>Financial Controller</strong>. The Financial Controller will receive a salary of up to <strong>£80,000</strong> dependent on experience plus attractive benefits including health insurance and generous annual leave. Hybrid remote working is available in this role.</p><p><strong>SME and Manufacturing</strong> experience is desirable for this role.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Preparation of the monthly management accounts, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and maintenance of asset registers.</li><li>Delivering accurate, timely and high-quality financial information and commentaries to the Board, Exec and Management teams.</li><li>Reviewing and when appropriate, improving the financial models that the company uses for forecasting.</li><li>Overseeing end-to-end financial operations, financial planning and analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Continuous improvements to financial procedures and controls</li><li>As Company Secretary producing accurate minutes of shareholder and formal director meetings and resolutions.</li><li>Ensuring that the company has in place at all times appropriate insurances.</li><li>Working closely with the Board, Exec and Management teams to help deliver the best financial performance of the company.</li><li>Monitoring project costs and producing regular updates for the Exec and Management teams.</li><li>Managing debtors and creditors.</li><li>Manage relationships with bank, auditors and HMRC</li><li>Delivering a draft Budget for approval by the Exec team at least 1 month before the first board meeting of the year</li><li>Delivering a mid-year financial forecast and review to the Exec team.</li><li>As Company Secretary ensuring that the company complies with all financial and legal requirements as well as maintaining high standards of corporate governance.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with minimum 10 years' experience in a finance management or controller role.</li><li>Experience of producing management, formal accounts and financial models for a diverse and complex medium sized enterprise.</li><li>Experience with financial software and MRP systems</li><li>Company Secretary experience desirable.</li><li>Ability to delegate and manage the work of others.</li><li>Experience running annual audit.</li><li>Experience of delivering excellence in a high-paced environment.</li><li>Excellent leadership and man-management skills to successfully lead, motivate, retain and develop our talented team.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNzI3MzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Interim Management Accountant</h1><p>Location: Epsom, Surrey<br />Duration: Immediate start until 17th/18th December 2026<br />Rate: £200-£250 per day (Umbrella)<br />Working pattern: 5 days per week, fully office-based</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p>We are currently recruiting for an experienced Part-Qualified Management Accountant to join an established education organisation on a short-term interim basis.</p><p>This is an immediate requirement to provide hands-on support to a busy finance function during a period of increased workload and staff absence.</p><p>The successful candidate will be stepping into a varied, all-round finance role, helping to clear an existing backlog, support day-to-day financial operations and ensure key deadlines are met.</p><p>There are several immediate priorities, including preparation for an upcoming board meeting, budgeting, outstanding financial administration and payroll.</p><p>This role would suit someone with previous interim experience who is confident working autonomously, can quickly adapt to new environments and is happy to roll their sleeves up and get stuck into a varied workload.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li><p>Providing all-round finance support across the organisation.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Processing purchase orders, supplier invoices and payments.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Maintaining accurate supplier records and dealing with supplier queries.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Raising invoices for school fees and additional provision.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Reconciling bank receipts and remittances.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Liaising with local authorities regarding payments.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Monitoring aged debtors, following up on outstanding fees and investigating discrepancies.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Monitoring cash flow and bank balances.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Completing regular bank reconciliations.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Reviewing staff expense claims, checking supporting receipts and authorising payments.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Supporting the preparation of management accounts and financial information for board meetings.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Assisting with budgets for two schools.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Processing journals and other financial transactions, ensuring the finance system remains up to date.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Completing quarterly VAT returns.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Processing monthly payroll, including updating payroll information, reviewing reports and arranging payments.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Managing new starter and leaver information, staff payroll queries and pension queries.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Liaising with the external payroll provider and ensuring PAYE payments are made to HMRC.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Monitoring the finance inbox and maintaining accurate financial records and filing.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Providing general financial reporting support your line manager and assisting with other ad hoc finance duties as required.</p><br><br></li></ul><h3>Candidate Requirements</h3><ul><li><p>Part-qualified Management Accountant, ideally studying towards CIMA or with a CIMA qualification.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Previous experience completing multiple interim assignments.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strong all-round finance experience, covering both transactional finance and management accounting.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Previous experience with purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control and reconciliations.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Experience of payroll processing and administration is essential.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Sage Payroll experience would be highly beneficial.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Experience with Sage HR would also be advantageous.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Previous experience within an independent school or education environment would be beneficial.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Experience using iSAMS and iFinance would be an advantage.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Comfortable working within a small finance team and taking ownership of tasks.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Able to work independently, prioritise workloads and hit the ground running.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strong communication skills, with a proactive and hands-on approach.</p><br><br></li></ul><h3>Additional Information</h3><ul><li><p>Immediate start required.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Contract running until 17th/18th December 2026.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Fully office-based in Epsom, five days per week.</p><br><br></li><li><p>40-hour working week.</p><br><br></li><li><p>£200-£250 per day (Umbrella).</p><br><br></li><li><p>Enhanced DBS check required, or willingness to complete the necessary checks.</p><br><br></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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuOTU5NTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Management Accountant for a Havant based business on a temporary basis.</p><p>This role would ideally be office-based.</p><p> </p><p>This role may be either full-time or part-time, office based.</p><p>We can be flexible regarding hours, although the individual will need to spend time in the office to support system processes and knowledge transfer.</p><p>To strengthen month-end, statutory and compliance accounting processes, ensuring that financial reporting, reconciliations and regulatory returns are completed accurately and on time.</p><ul><li>Support and deliver month-end close processes and reporting timetables.</li><li>Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Record and reconcile daily income and deferred income balances.</li><li>Prepare and submit VAT returns, including Capital Goods Scheme (CGS) tracking and adjustments, and review VAT journals.</li><li>Reconcile the fixed asset register to the balance sheet.</li><li>Prepare customer invoices and support credit control processes where required.</li></ul><p>Work collaboratively with the finance team, senior leadership team and other departments across the organisation</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4zODU1NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Retail business in London to recruit an immediate, Interim part time Accounts Assistant for 4 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate interim part time Accounts Assistant to assist them for 4 months. You will be responsible for following duties:</p><p><strong>Please note this role is part time up to 4 days per week.</strong></p><ul><li>Payment Gateway Reconciliations: Perform regular reconciliations of payment gateway transactions, ensuring payments are accurately recorded and discrepancies are investigated.</li><li>Bank Reconciliations: Complete bank reconciliations, ensuring transactions are accurately matched against accounting records.</li><li>Debtor Accounts: Monitor and maintain debtor accounts, assisting with the management of outstanding balances and resolving account queries.</li><li>Account Reconciliations: Carry out regular balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial records.</li><li>Raising Sales Invoices: Prepare and issue sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner.</li><li>Accounts Payable Support: Assist the Accounts Payable team with invoice processing, supplier queries and general AP duties.</li><li>VAT Testing: Assist with VAT testing to ensure transactions are correctly coded and VAT treatment is accurate.</li><li>Supplier Reconciliations: Reconcile supplier statements against internal records, investigating and resolving any discrepancies</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful interim Accounts Assistant will have 2+ years experience. <br /> You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This role is paying between £17-£20p/h + Holiday (DOE)</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjA2ODU3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>Looking to broaden your accounting experience, work closely with senior finance leadership and take the next step in your finance career?</strong> This is an excellent opportunity to join an established international technology business offering a varied role, a collaborative working environment and support towards your AAT qualification.</p><p>Robert Half is partnering with this business to recruit a Finance Assistant for its team in High Wycombe. With operations spanning the UK, US and Australia, you'll gain exposure to international finance activities and a broad range of accounting responsibilities.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Finance Director and working alongside another Finance Assistant, you'll contribute to the smooth running of the finance function, develop your technical skills and help improve financial processes across the business.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>You'll play an important part in the day-to-day running of the finance function, with responsibilities including:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Management Accounts:</strong> Supporting the preparation and analysis of monthly management accounts.</p></li><li><p><strong>Month-End Reporting:</strong> Assisting with the monthly close process, preparing journals and ensuring the general ledger is accurate.</p></li><li><p><strong>Balance Sheet Reconciliations:</strong> Preparing supporting schedules and completing reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial records.</p></li><li><p><strong>Financial Analysis:</strong> Producing and analysing weekly bookings, billings and backlog reports, alongside sales and cash reporting.</p></li><li><p><strong>Cost Control:</strong> Supporting the monitoring and management of overhead expenditure.</p></li><li><p><strong>VAT & GST:</strong> Assisting with quarterly VAT and GST returns and supporting import-related accounting requirements.</p></li><li><p><strong>Audit Support:</strong> Providing information and documentation for internal and external audits.</p></li><li><p><strong>Transactional Finance:</strong> Providing cover across accounts payable and accounts receivable when required.</p></li><li><p><strong>Systems & Processes:</strong> Maintaining exchange rates within SAP Business One and identifying opportunities to improve processes, reporting and functionality.</p></li><li><p><strong>Wider Finance Support:</strong> Assisting the Finance Director and finance team with additional accounting activities as needed.</p></li></ul><p>You'll work collaboratively with the other Finance Assistant to share knowledge, coordinate responsibilities and ensure the finance function runs smoothly across the business's international entities.</p><h2>About You</h2><p>We're looking for someone with a positive, proactive approach who enjoys working as part of a team and is keen to develop their accounting expertise.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Previous experience in a finance or accounting role, with exposure to management accounts and month-end processes.</p></li><li><p>A good understanding of general ledger accounting, journals and balance sheet reconciliations.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and confidence using financial systems.</p></li><li><p>Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Good communication and organisational skills, with a collaborative approach to working.</p></li><li><p>An interest in improving processes and developing your technical capabilities.</p></li></ul><p>Experience with SAP Business One and Concur would be advantageous, as would exposure to multi-entity accounting and VAT/GST. AAT studies, whether completed or in progress, would be beneficial, although a willingness to learn and develop is equally important.</p><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Salary up to £35,000</strong>, with AAT study support.</p></li><li><p><strong>Broad accounting exposure:</strong> Develop your experience across management accounts, reporting, reconciliations and transactional finance.</p></li><li><p><strong>Direct access to senior leadership:</strong> Work closely with the Finance Director and gain insight into the wider finance function.</p></li><li><p><strong>International experience:</strong> Support financial activities across the UK, US and Australia.</p></li><li><p><strong>A collaborative team:</strong> Join a finance team where you can share responsibilities, learn from colleagues and contribute ideas.</p></li><li><p><strong>Process improvement:</strong> Have the opportunity to suggest improvements and help make the finance function more efficient.</p></li></ul><p>If you're looking for a varied Finance Assistant role where you can build your technical knowledge, gain international exposure and develop your career within a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply today through Robert Half to find out more.</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMTk0NDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Trainee Management Accountant</h1><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Location:</strong> Milton Keynes, <br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Hybrid<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive, dependent on experience<br /><strong>Benefits:</strong> Study support and career development</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">An 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.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">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.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">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.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><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><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Your Profile</strong></p><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><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><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><p>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.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTEyNTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for an Accounts and Payroll support on a temporary to permanent basis for a Southampton based business.</p><p>The Payroll and Accounts support is responsible for managing payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions across the organisation.</p><p>This position ensures compliance with statutory regulations, accurate financial reporting, and efficient financial operations.</p><p>Experince in Accounting, Finance and Payroll.</p><p>Proven experience in payroll management, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions.</p><p>Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</p><p>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines</p><p>Hybrid working, Southampton based office.</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci42Mzc2Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>🚨 <strong>INTERIM PROJECT ACCOUNTANT | CIRCA £300 PER DAY | HYBRID</strong></p><p>I'm currently recruiting for an experienced <strong>Project Accountant</strong> to join a leading organisation on an initial contract through to <strong>December 2026</strong>, with potential for extension.</p><p>💰 <strong>Circa £300 per day</strong><br /> 📍 <strong>Hybrid</strong> - 2/3 days WFH, with travel to operational sites and London/Midlands offices<br /> 📅 <strong>Initial contract to December 2026 - potential extension</strong></p><p>We're looking for a <strong>qualified accountant</strong> with strong experience supporting operational and business projects.</p><p>The role will involve:</p><p>🔹 Managing and reporting on multiple projects running in parallel<br /> 🔹 Costing savings and tracking financial benefits<br /> 🔹 Supporting process implementation and ongoing monitoring<br /> 🔹 Working closely with MDs, Performance Directors and Depot Managers<br /> 🔹 Challenging and influencing operational stakeholders<br /> 🔹 Preparing and delivering senior-level presentations<br /> 🔹 Supporting month-end and strategy presentations</p><p>You'll need to be <strong>commercial, confident, highly organised and an excellent communicator</strong>, with excellent presentation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and engage effectively with senior operational stakeholders.</p><p>🚗 A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required, with business travel expenses reimbursed.</p><p>If you're available or know someone who could be a good fit, please <strong>contact me for more information or to discuss the role confidentially.</strong></p><p>#ProjectAccountant #Interim #FinanceJobs #ProjectFinance #CommercialFinance #Accountancy #FinanceRecruitment</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy41ODMzMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Public Sector Business in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Accounts Assistant for 3 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate interim Accounts Assistant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Assist the Head of Finance with the preparation of monthly management accounts up to trial balance, ensuring all entries are accurate, complete and processed within agreed deadlines.</li></ul><ul><li style="display: inline !important;">Assist the Head of Finance with the monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts (including, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, investments, AIF, lottery, contributions), post all relevant journals and ensuring any variances are investigated and resolved promptly.</li><li>Assist the Head of Finance to perform monthly bank reconciliations across all accounts, ensuring all postings and allocations - both payments and receipts - are accurately recorded and fully reconciled.</li><li>Assist the Head of Finance with the monthly reconciliation of credit and debit cards on a monthly basis, reviewing all data entered by the Finance Administrator to ensure accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Work with the Head of Finance to carry out monthly period close for all ledgers in a timely and controlled manner, ensuring integrity of the financial records ahead of reporting.</li><li>Assist the Head of Finance in preparing and submitting quarterly VAT Returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HMRC requirements.</li><li>Regularly review modules within accounts software to ensure continuous and accurate flow of transactions, checking nominal codes and accounting periods for correctness.</li><li>Work with the Head of Finance to process invoices when needed for head office and regional offices alongside the Finance Administrator, ensuring all invoices are coded correctly.</li><li>Maintain a clean and well-managed creditors ledger at all times, ensuring all balances are clearly explained and any anomalies are accompanied by a documented action plan developed in liaison with Finance Administrator.</li><li>Review invoices and payments processed by the Finance Administrator on a regular basis, ensuring transactions are accurate, appropriately coded and processed in a timely manner.</li><li>Monitor cash position to advise the Head of Finance on whether the bank is sufficiently funded ahead of all proposed payment runs.</li><li>Assist the Head of Finance in the accurate production and processing of monthly payroll and expenses in accordance with agreed timelines.</li><li>Assist the Head of Finance to process payroll changes, liabilities invoices and payments, ensuring all associated entries are posted correctly and relevant parties are notified by email in a timely manner.</li><li>Provide support during the annual budget exercise, assisting the Head of Finance with data gathering, analysis and preparation of relevant schedules.</li><li>Assist during annual audit exercise, preparing reconciliations, schedules and supporting documentation as required by external auditors.</li><li>Actively monitor accounts inbox, ensuring all incoming correspondence, invoices and queries are acknowledged and actioned promptly.</li><li>Provide support to Finance Administrator as required, offering guidance and assistance to ensure smooth day-to-day running of finance function.</li><li></li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful interim Accounts Assistant will have 2+ years experience. <br /> You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This role is paying between £17-£20p/h + Holiday (DOE)</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjQxNTQ1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Ready to take ownership of financial reporting and have a genuine influence on how a finance function operates?</p><p>Robert Half are working with an established, growing UK healthcare group to recruit a Financial Reporting Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business operating in an interesting and evolving sector, taking ownership of its financial reporting, strengthening financial controls and helping drive improvements across the wider finance function.</p><p>Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring the business has accurate, meaningful financial information to support decision-making, while providing technical leadership and developing the capability of the wider team.</p><p>This isn't a role where you'll simply be overseeing the numbers. You'll have the opportunity to shape processes, challenge existing ways of working and work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders.</p><h3>The opportunity</h3><p>You'll take ownership of the monthly reporting cycle, ensuring management accounts, Group submissions and financial reporting are delivered accurately and to deadline.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p><strong>Financial reporting:</strong> Lead the month-end close and production of management accounts, board packs and Group reporting submissions, providing meaningful variance analysis and commentary.</p></li><li><p><strong>Financial control:</strong> Take ownership of balance-sheet integrity, reconciliations, intercompany accounting, journals and key control processes.</p></li><li><p><strong>Commercial insight:</strong> Work alongside senior stakeholders to explain financial performance, challenge variances and support better business decisions.</p></li><li><p><strong>Planning & forecasting:</strong> Support budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting, with responsibility for the financial reporting elements.</p></li><li><p><strong>Audit & compliance:</strong> Coordinate year-end audit requirements, support statutory reporting and maintain a robust internal control environment.</p></li><li><p><strong>Continuous improvement:</strong> Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, strengthen controls and make better use of systems and technology.</p></li><li><p><strong>Leadership:</strong> Manage and develop two finance professionals, while acting as a technical accounting lead and providing guidance and coaching across the wider finance team.</p></li></ul><p>There will also be occasional travel to other UK sites.</p><h3>What they're looking for</h3><p>You'll be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with at least two years' post-qualified experience in financial reporting, management accounting, financial control or group reporting.</p><p>You'll ideally bring:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Strong experience owning month-end and producing management accounts and reporting packs.</p></li><li><p>A solid understanding of technical accounting, balance-sheet reconciliations and financial controls.</p></li><li><p>The confidence to investigate financial movements, challenge constructively and communicate findings to non-finance stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP and reporting systems.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing, mentoring or developing others.</p></li><li><p>A proactive mindset, with the confidence to take ownership and improve existing processes.</p></li></ul><p>Experience within a multi-entity or international Group environment would be advantageous. Exposure to SAP, Cognos or PLC reporting would also be beneficial.</p><h3>Why consider it?</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>A broad, visible management role reporting directly to the Financial Controller.</p></li><li><p>Real ownership of financial reporting and the opportunity to influence the wider finance function.</p></li><li><p>Leadership responsibility for a team of two, alongside technical exposure across the department.</p></li><li><p>The chance to work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>An established healthcare business operating in a sector where quality, accuracy and strong financial management really matter.</p></li><li><p>A competitive package of £65,000-£75,000, bonus and excellent benefits.</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working, with three days per week in the Basingstoke office.</p></li></ul><h3>Interested?</h3><p>If you're an established qualified accountant looking for a role that combines technical reporting, financial control, leadership and the opportunity to make improvements, I'd be keen to have a conversation.</p><p>Please apply with your CV or get in touch directly for a confidential discussion.</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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMDk5NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This 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.</p><p>Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their London based team. This position will be <strong>full-time in office.</strong></p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into the Director, the Accounts Assistant will work closely with the wider business taking ownership of accounts payable/receivable duties, reconciliations and sales support.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><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><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The ideal profile for this Accounts Assistant position, should have the following:</p><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><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>£35,000 - £40,000 plus additional benefits:</p><ul><li><strong>Full-time in office </strong></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><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjMwNDIzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h1>Accounts Payable & Expenses Administrator</h1><p>Location: Datchet, near Slough</p><p>Contract: Interim - 3 months initially</p><p>Working pattern: 5 days per week, office-based</p><p>Pay rate: £15-£18 per hour + holiday pay, depending on experience</p><p>Start date: Immediate start required</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable & Expenses Administrator to join a busy finance team based in Datchet on an initial 3-month interim contract.</p><p>The role will initially focus on supporting the expenses function, helping to clear a backlog and ensure expenses are processed accurately and efficiently. Once this has been brought under control, the successful candidate will move across to support the wider Accounts Payable team.</p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone who is immediately available, enjoys working in a fast-paced finance environment and is happy to get stuck into a varied, hands-on role. You need to have Good Excel skills and knowledge</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p>Process and review employee expenses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Support the team in clearing an existing backlog of expense claims.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Investigate discrepancies and resolve expense-related queries.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Ensure expenses are correctly coded and supported by the relevant documentation.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Provide general administrative support to the finance team as required.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Support the Accounts Payable function, including processing supplier invoices and maintaining accurate records.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Assist with invoice queries, reconciliations and other AP-related duties.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure finance processes run smoothly and deadlines are met.</p><br><br></li></ul><h2>The Ideal Candidate</h2><ul><li><p>Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Expenses or Finance Administration role.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Confident processing expenses and handling high volumes of financial transactions.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work through a backlog.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Comfortable working in a busy team environment and adapting to changing priorities.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Good Excel and general IT skills.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Immediately available and able to commit to an initial 3-month contract.</p><br><br></li><li><p>Able to commute to Datchet and work in the office five days per week.</p><br><br></li></ul><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li><p>An initial 3-month interim assignment.</p><br><br></li><li><p>£15-£18 per hour, plus holiday pay, depending on experience.</p><br><br></li><li><p>An immediate start.</p><br><br></li><li><p>The opportunity to gain experience across both expenses and Accounts Payable within a busy finance team.</p><br><br></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/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMDg3MTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p dir="ltr">Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a growing tech business in London to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Role:</strong><br /> Our client needs a detail-oriented AP Assistant to keep the purchase ledger running smoothly. Duties include:</p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Processing supplier invoices, including coding, posting and filing</li><li>Matching invoices to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Handling supplier queries and chasing invoice approvals</li><li>Creating and maintaining supplier accounts, validating bank and VAT details</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements ahead of payment runs</li><li>Reviewing staff expenses and reconciling company credit cards</li><li>Assisting with weekly and monthly payment runs in Sage</li><li>Managing the finance inbox and supporting audit requests</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>Profile:</strong><br /> You will be accurate, organised and eager to learn, with good Excel and Office skills and strong communication. AP or finance experience and Sage knowledge are desirable but not essential. An interest in AAT or a finance qualification would be a plus.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Client:</strong><br /> A growing London tech business with a collaborative finance team and broad exposure to finance processes. A great opportunity to develop your finance career.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong><br /> £17-19 per hour + holiday, dependent on experience.</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/U2FtLktlYW0uMjUwNDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3>Finance Manager / Practice Accountant | Central London </h3><p><strong>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a leading award-winning architectural practice to recruit a Finance Manager / Practice Accountant.</strong></p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on finance professional looking for a broad role with genuine ownership across the entire finance function. Working closely with the Principals, you'll play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, improving financial processes, and driving commercial insight across the business.</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p>You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function whilst providing detailed management information, budgeting support and commercial analysis to help drive business performance.</p><p>This is a varied position that offers exposure to all aspects of finance, including:</p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts and financial reporting</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>Revenue recognition and project accounting</li><li>Payroll, VAT, pensions and statutory compliance</li><li>Sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control</li><li>Business partnering with senior stakeholders</li><li>Financial planning and commercial analysis</li><li>Managing audits and year-end processes</li><li>Supporting systems improvements, automation and AI-driven reporting initiatives</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>We're keen to speak with individuals who possess:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (QBE candidates will also be considered)</li><li>Strong management accounting experience</li><li>Previous experience working within an SME environment</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems</li><li>A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement</li></ul><h3>Nice to Have</h3><ul><li>Experience within architecture, construction, engineering or project-based businesses</li><li>Exposure to project accounting and revenue recognition</li><li>Experience working with Xero or project accounting systems</li></ul><h3>Package & Benefits</h3><ul><li>Hybrid working (3 days in the office)</li><li>Study support available</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>One week working abroad allowance</li><li>Supportive and collaborative culture</li><li>Broad exposure to senior leadership and business strategy</li></ul><p>If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact within a growing and highly regarded business, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply now or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4yNTQzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Executive - Permanent - Leyton - Hybrid - Up to £38k + study support</strong></p><p>Are you an ambitious Accounts Payable professional looking for your next step in a growing business where you can make a real impact?</p><p>We're working with a well-established, entrepreneurial business in the food and FMCG sector to recruit an Accounts Payable Executive to join its expanding finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to build on your existing accounts payable experience, broaden your financial knowledge and develop your career within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. With a strong reputation for quality and a close-knit team culture, this business offers the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across finance and the wider organisation, taking ownership of your responsibilities while learning from an experienced team.</p><p><strong>Key Details:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Job Title</strong>: Accounts Payable Executive</li><li><strong>Salary</strong>: £35k - £38k + study support</li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Leyton</li><li><strong>Working Pattern</strong>: Full-time, 4 days onsite, 1 day remote</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Accounts Payable:</strong> Process and reconcile purchase invoices, maintain accurate bookkeeping records and ensure suppliers are paid on time.</li><li><strong>Supplier Account Management:</strong> Investigate aged balances, resolve invoice queries and build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.</li><li><strong>Reconciliations:</strong> Complete regular bank reconciliations, validate purchase orders and investigate discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.</li><li><strong>Reporting & Month-End:</strong> Support aged creditor reporting, customer deductions, cost centre tracking and month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li><strong>Financial Administration:</strong> Maintain accurate accounting records, support document management and provide cover for colleagues when needed.</li><li><strong>Audit & Compliance:</strong> Assist with internal and external audits, carry out pricing and stock checks, and support ERP and plastic tax reporting requirements.</li><li><strong>Team Collaboration:</strong> Work closely with colleagues across finance and the wider business, supporting ad hoc projects and helping the team meet its priorities.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>At least 2 years' experience in Accounts Payable or a similar purchase ledger role.</li><li>A degree in Finance or Accounting, or equivalent professional studies (AAT, ACA or CIMA).</li><li>Experience using accounting software, ideally SAP, Intact or a similar ERP system.</li><li>Strong Excel skills and confidence working with Microsoft Office 365. Power BI experience would be an advantage.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management skills.</li><li>A proactive approach, with the ability to manage your workload independently and work collaboratively within a team.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with suppliers, customers and colleagues across the business.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuNDIzMzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2><strong>Temporary Finance Officer Role </strong><br />Wantage | Initially 2 - 3 months<br />£20 per hour | Temporary</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half Ltd are pleased to be working with an organisation based in Wantage that are looking for a someone to provide financial support across multiple sites on a temporary basis. </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><p>🔹 Budget preparation, forecasting and monthly budget monitoring<br /> 🔹 Revenue and capital reporting and variance analysis<br /> 🔹 Monthly payroll monitoring and reconciliation<br /> 🔹 Purchase ledger, purchase orders and banking<br /> 🔹 Month-end journals including accruals, prepayments and deferred income<br /> 🔹 Supporting procurement and ensuring value for money<br /> 🔹 Providing financial support to Headteachers and senior finance stakeholders<br /> 🔹 Ensuring compliance with relevant finance, VAT and reporting requirements</p><p> </p><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><p>🔹 Experience in month end reporting, handling transactional finance <br /> 🔹 Excellent attention to detail and organisation<br /> 🔹 Confident communicating with non-finance stakeholders</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMTI3NTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading PR Media business in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Accounts Assistant for 3 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate interim Accounts Assistant to assist them for 3 months. You will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Purchase Invoices: Processing approximately 400 purchase invoices per month.</li><li>Invoice Allocation: Sharing and allocating the monthly invoice workload across the finance team.</li><li>Manual Invoice Processing: Manually entering and recording purchase invoices into the accounting system.</li><li>Receipts Management: Processing, recording and organising purchase receipts.</li><li>Bank Reconciliation: Completing regular reconciliations for one bank account.</li><li>Credit Card Reconciliation: Completing regular reconciliations for one company credit card account.</li></ul><p> <strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful interim Accounts Assistant will have 1+ years experience. <br /> You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This role is paying between £14-£15p/h + Holiday (DOE)</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjU1MzA1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller | Global Advertising Group | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £85,000-£100,000 | 1-Year Fixed-Term Contract</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a major global marketing group to recruit a Financial Controller for their UK finance function, based in Central London.</p><p>This is a <strong>1-year fixed-term contract</strong>, 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.</p><p>With operations across multiple international markets and a portfolio of well-known advertising, media, and communications agencies, this organisation offers the scale, complexity, and reporting requirements of a truly global business.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong finance professional with a strong financial accounting or Financial Controller background to step into a key role within a large, complex, multi-entity group environment. The position offers significant exposure to group reporting, consolidations, IFRS, financial controls and senior stakeholder management.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Position</strong></p><p>In this role you will:</p><ul><li>Take ownership of financial reporting across multiple UK entities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to UK management and international stakeholders.</li><li>Lead the monthly management reporting and reforecasting process, including detailed variance analysis and ensuring submissions are delivered within stringent group deadlines.</li><li>Oversee multiple P&Ls and balance sheet areas, ensuring strong financial control and accuracy across the entities.</li><li>Review balance sheet reconciliations, analyse movements and ensure any issues are identified and resolved promptly.</li><li>Oversee WIP, house costs, accruals, journals and other key areas of financial accounting, ensuring your team are managing these effectively.</li><li>Manage cash forecasting, FX reporting and cost management across the business.</li><li>Lead and manage a team of Finance Managers, providing guidance, oversight and support across their respective P&Ls. The role will be focused on managing and reviewing the team rather than being a hands-on preparer.</li><li>Manage relationships with the UK and overseas Shared Service Centre team, providing clear direction and ensuring agreed deliverables, journals and reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time.</li><li>Oversee the statutory and group audit processes, working closely with external auditors, the Shared Service Centre and wider agency teams to ensure all requirements are delivered within strict deadlines.</li><li>Review financial statements and support the delivery of statutory and group reporting requirements across the UK entities.</li><li>Oversee tax and regulatory submissions, including VAT, corporation tax-related reporting, PSA, ONS submissions and other HMRC and UK Government requirements.</li><li>Review and approve relevant submissions prepared by the Shared Service Centre, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant.</li><li>Previous Financial Controller, Financial Accounting, Group Accounting or similar experience within a large, complex organisation.</li><li>Strong financial accounting background with excellent technical accounting knowledge and a strong understanding of IFRS.</li><li>Experience working across multiple entities, ideally within a group environment with exposure to consolidations and group reporting.</li><li>Experience working within a large organisation where there are stringent reporting deadlines, complex structures and multiple stakeholders.</li><li>Previous team management experience.</li><li>We are open to candidates who have trained in practice and subsequently moved into industry, as well as those who have trained directly within industry. </li><li>Advertising experience would be advantageous but is not essential.</li><li>US GAAP and SOX experience would be advantageous but is not essential.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Here's what's waiting for you</strong></p><ul><li>£85,000-£100,000 salary plus benefits.</li><li>Hybrid working-3 days per week in the office.</li><li>The opportunity to join a major global advertising group.</li><li>Significant exposure to complex, multi-entity financial reporting and group processes.</li><li>Responsibility for a large, established finance team.</li><li>Exposure to senior stakeholders across both the UK and international finance functions.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why this role could be your next move</strong></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who wants to step into a genuinely complex Financial Controller position within a large international organisation. You'll be working across multiple entities, dealing with demanding reporting deadlines, group reporting, consolidations, IFRS, financial controls and a wide range of senior stakeholders.</p><p>The business is particularly interested in candidates who understand the complexity that comes with working for a large organisation. This is not a straightforward single-entity Financial Controller position; you will be operating within a sizeable international group with multiple entities, significant reporting requirements, shared service centres and tight monthly and quarterly deadlines.</p><p>Advertising or agency experience would be a major advantage, but the priority is someone who has already worked within a large, complex organisation and is comfortable operating in a highly controlled and deadline-driven environment.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMTM2MjQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">