<p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This well-known FMCG business based in central London is looking to hire a Financial Controller due to the growth plans. They are well-established in the industry and have presence in various countries. They are looking for someone that can help adding value to the finance team as well as the wider business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>The Financial Controller will report to the Managing Director and own the month-end closing for UK and European entities, including balance sheet reconciliations, journals, accruals, prepayments, intercompany and explaining movements against forecast.<br /> You will have responsibility for Group treasury activities, including weekly net debt/net cash reporting, cash flow forecasting, monitoring cash balances and managing funding requirements across the regions. You will also gain a strong understanding of the company's business plan and growth strategies, identifying key cost drivers and trends to establish realistic P&L targets and performance measures. In addition, you will prepare detailed business cases and financial analysis to support strategic and wider business decisions.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The successful candidate for the Financial Controller vacancy will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with a few years of work experience in industry.</p><p>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.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Apply Today </strong></p><p>To apply online (Word attachment only), please click the 'Apply' button. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.</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/bWVsYW5pZS53b25nLjQ3NDAyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<br><p><strong>Financial Controller - Global FMCG Business</strong></p><p><strong>West London | Hybrid Working</strong></p><p><strong>£80,000 - £90,000 DOE | Permanent</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading global FMCG business to recruit a Financial Controller to oversee the UK accounting and reporting function. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established multinational organisation in a highly visible role, offering a blend of technical accounting, team leadership and commercial business partnering, alongside involvement in a number of exciting projects across the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will manage a team of four (three qualified accountants and one part-qualified), taking ownership of UK financial reporting, compliance and controls whilst working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.</p><p> </p><p>The role offers a varied mix of technical and commercial responsibilities throughout the year. The first part of the year is more focused on audit, compliance, risk and regulatory reporting, with greater involvement in commercial activities and strategic initiatives as the year progresses.</p><p>There are also a number of projects taking place across the business, including M&A, divestments, systems implementations and wider business transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to these projects and work closely with senior leadership.</p><p> </p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Leading, managing and developing a team of four.</li><li>Overseeing month-end, quarter-end and year-end reporting, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and IFRS.</li><li>To lead the UK Accounting Team, ensuring timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts under US GAAP and statutory reporting under IFRS</li><li>Managing statutory accounts, external audits, internal controls and risk.</li><li>Reviewing journals, reconciliations and financial reporting, remaining hands-on where required.</li><li>Partnering with senior stakeholders across UK and international finance teams to support business decisions. These inclue UK Commercial Finance, EMEA & US accounting/finance teams, and other key stakeholders</li><li>Produces monthly and quarterly P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow variance analysis and commentary with related supporting schedules</li><li>Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to support business performance and strategic decision-making</li><li>Driving process improvements and efficiencies across the finance function.</li></ul><p> </p><p>About You</p><ul><li>ACA/ACCA qualified and audit-trained, with a minimum of 3-4 years' experience in industry.</li><li>Experience working within a large multinational business, ideally FMCG, retail or a similarly complex environment.</li><li>Proven experience managing and developing a finance team.</li><li>Strong technical accounting background, including month end reporting, statutory reporting, year-end audits and financial controls.</li><li>Confident stakeholder management and business partnering skills.</li><li>Proactive, curious and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.</li></ul><br><br><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/TGF1cmVuLlByZXNzbWFuLjQ1NjUwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Head of Legal</strong></p><p><strong>6 month fixed term contract</strong></p><p><strong>Asset Finance firm</strong></p><p><strong>London - Hybrid working</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>The role:</strong></p><p>Sales & Commercial Support</p><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><p>Legal Counsel & Security.</p><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><p>Litigation</p><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><p> </p><p>Management</p><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><p>Requirements:</p><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><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/Y2hyaXMuaGVuc29uLjQxMDI3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong> FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - SOUTHAMPTON</strong></p><p>I 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.<br /> <br /> 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!<br /> <br /> 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.<br /> <br /> 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.</p><p><strong>Duties:</strong></p><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><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><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><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/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuNDI4OTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h2>The Company</h2><p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a growing international agricultural development and investment business with headquarters in the City of London and operations across Africa.</p><p>The organisation specialises in developing and managing large-scale farming projects in emerging markets, combining agriculture, technology, irrigation, livestock, food processing, and operational expertise to unlock the potential of underutilised land. Beyond driving commercial growth, the business is committed to creating jobs, developing local talent, and supporting sustainable farming practices within the communities it operates.</p><p>As the company continues to expand its international footprint, they are seeking a Junior Finance Controller to join their London-based finance team and support the financial management of multiple overseas operations.</p><h2>The Role</h2><p>Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Junior Finance Controller will play a key role in supporting the financial reporting and control of several international entities.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Reviewing and analysing General Ledger transactions across several African entities, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and compliant.</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact for local finance teams, providing support and guidance on accounting, reporting, and financial control matters.</li><li>Preparing and reviewing reconciliations, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring issues are resolved in a timely manner.</li><li>Supporting the production of monthly financial information and management reports for senior stakeholders.</li><li>Monitoring financial performance and identifying risks, variances, and areas for improvement across international operations.</li><li>Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of robust financial controls, processes, and governance frameworks.</li><li>Collaborating with operational teams and senior management to improve financial transparency and support decision-making.</li><li>Supporting external audits and ensuring compliance with group reporting requirements.</li><li>Undertaking regular international travel to visit overseas operations, build relationships with local teams, and gain a detailed understanding of on-the-ground business activities.</li></ul><p>This role offers a unique opportunity to combine strong technical finance experience with international exposure in a business making a tangible impact through agricultural development and investment.</p><h2>Your Profile</h2><p>The successful candidate will be:</p><ul><li>Part-qualified or studying towards ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.</li><li>Experienced within a finance, accounting, reporting, or management accounting environment.</li><li>Technically strong with a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.</li><li>Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Comfortable working with large volumes of financial data.</li><li>A confident communicator capable of building relationships with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>Proactive, organised, and eager to develop within a growing international business.</li><li>Willing and able to undertake international travel as part of the role.</li></ul><h2>Salary and Benefits</h2><ul><li>£48,000 - £55,000 depending on experience</li><li>International travel opportunities</li><li>Daily lunch allowance</li><li>Modern offices in the City of London</li><li>Exposure to overseas operations and senior leadership</li><li>Excellent long-term career progression opportunities</li></ul><p> </p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVybWFpbmUuTHluY2guMDQzODEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="0 0 []">Credit Controller</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Near Datchet<br /><strong>Rate:</strong> £17.00-£20.00 per hour + holiday pay (DOE)<br /><strong>Contract:</strong> Temporary with potential to become permanent<br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> 5 days in the office, with flexibility to move to 4 days for the right person</p><p> </p><p>We're recruiting for an experienced <strong>Credit Controller</strong> to join a busy finance team. This is a high-volume role managing a large customer ledger, so we're looking for someone with a strong accounting background and solid reconciliation experience.</p><p>Key responsibilities</p><p>Manage a ledger of approximately <strong>700-800 customer accounts</strong></p><p>Chase outstanding debt via phone and email</p><p>Complete detailed <strong>account reconciliations</strong> and resolve discrepancies</p><p>Investigate aged debt and identify solutions to recover outstanding balances</p><p>Maintain accurate customer account records</p><p>Use <strong>Excel</strong>, including Pivot Tables and V-Lookups</p><p>Work closely with the wider finance team and support with accounting duties where required</p><p>About you</p><p><strong>5 plus Credit Control experience</strong></p><p>Strong accounting background with proven <strong>account reconciliation</strong> experience</p><p>Comfortable managing a high-volume ledger of 700-800 accounts</p><p>Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and V-Lookups</p><p>Positive, proactive and solutions-focused approach</p><p>Hardworking and willing to prove yourself in a new role</p><p>Able to work independently while contributing positively to the wider team</p><p>This is an immediate-start temporary position with genuine potential to become permanent for the right person. The initial requirement is 5 days in the office, with flexibility to move to 4 days for someone who demonstrates they can manage the workload effectively.</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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy4xMTkzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2>Credit Controller</h2><h3>About the Role</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy credit control team within an established organisation. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of customers, ensuring outstanding debts are chased effectively while maintaining strong relationships with both customers and internal stakeholders.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Reporting to the Credit Control Manager, you will play an important role in achieving individual and team targets, whilst also supporting the continuous improvement of credit control processes and administration.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Manage end-to-end credit control activity across an allocated sales ledger, using telephone, email and written correspondence.</li><li>Work within agreed credit control processes to achieve individual and team collection targets.</li><li>Liaise with the invoicing team and regional managers to resolve queries and disputes that could delay payment.</li><li>Accurately record credit control and customer information using SAGE.</li><li>Issue final demand notices where required.</li><li>Produce monthly reporting for regional teams and the Credit Control Manager, including debtor levels and overdue accounts.</li><li>Prepare relevant documentation for escalation to the in-house legal team where required.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records and account information.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for an experienced Credit Controller who is confident communicating with customers, organised in their approach and comfortable working in a high-volume environment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>2-3 years' experience working in a credit control role.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with customers and colleagues.</li><li>A proactive and solutions-focused approach to resolving issues.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.</li><li>The ability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines while maintaining accuracy.</li><li>Strong attention to detail, with good numerical and reconciliation skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.</li><li>Previous experience using SAGE or similar accounting software.</li></ul><h3>Core Competencies</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>A collaborative team player who supports colleagues and contributes positively to the wider team.</li><li>Demonstrates energy, initiative and a proactive approach.</li><li>Takes ownership of responsibilities and follows tasks through to completion.</li><li>Committed to delivering high standards of accuracy and customer service.</li><li>Willing to contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of team processes.</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an opportunity to join an established organisation where you will be part of a supportive credit control function and have the opportunity to develop your skills and experience within a collaborative environment.</p><p>If you are an experienced Credit Controller looking for your next opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you.</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNTE1MTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h3 class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Credit Controller - Temporary</strong></h3><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Location:</strong> Radley (Hybrid)<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000 equivalent<br /><strong>Duration:</strong> 2-month contract - potential to be extended<br /><strong>Start date:</strong> 12th October<br /><strong>Hours:</strong> Part-time hours would be considered if required</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half Ltd are working with an established organisation based in Radley that are looking for a Credit Controller to join them on a temporary basis. </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>The role will involve:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Monitoring outstanding balances and following up overdue payments</li><li>Managing repayment plans </li><li>Supporting the fees team with termly billing</li><li>Initiating formal debt recovery where required</li><li>Liaising with debt collection agencies when necessary</li></ul><p> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>We're looking for someone with:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong Excel skills </li><li>Excellent communication and written skills</li><li>Strong organisation and attention to detail</li><li>A proactive, hands-on attitude</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMDI1MzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Financial Controller to assist them for 12 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Lead the day-to-day EMEA finance function, directly managing two team members with wider oversight across a finance team of approximately six.</li><li>Own the month-end close and financial reporting process across the P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow.</li><li>Maintain strong financial control across the region, including oversight of balance sheet reconciliations and key financial controls.</li><li>Oversee working capital and cash management, including weekly payment runs and cash flow forecasting.</li><li>Lead debtor management, partnering with the team and wider business to drive effective cash collection.</li><li>Own monthly payroll for the UK and Spanish entities</li><li>Manage key compliance requirements, including Group VAT returns and relevant statutory obligations.</li><li>Lead the FY27 year-end audit, coordinating across the finance team, Group Finance and external auditors.</li><li>Partner with Group Finance and the wider business on financial reporting, business requirements and finance-related issues</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Financial Controller will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent qualification) and have strong intercompany experience. You will have held a similar role for atleast 2 years and have experience within a similar sized business (Approx £30m - £100m)</p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a reputable media business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>The temporary Financial Controller role will be paying circa £85,000 - £110,000 per annum, dependant 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/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC44MzY5NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working in partnership with a reputable, continuously growing company in Cirencester to recruit a Credit Controller role on a full-time permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for a proactive and organised Credit Controller to join their Finance team. This role is key to reducing outstanding debt, supporting company policies, improving cash flow, and ensuring timely payment collection while maintaining strong customer relationships. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer accounts, resolving payment queries efficiently, and providing vital support to the wider Finance function and business growth. The salary is up to £30,000 plus hybrid working and other excellent benefits. </p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the role will consist of:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Chase outstanding payments by telephone and email, agree payment dates, and maintain accurate records of customer conversations.</li><li>Managing debtor communications in line with company credit control policy, including sending reminder letters, copy invoices, and proof of delivery documents.</li><li>Issuing sales invoices and credit notes to maintenance customers and submit invoices and credits through customer portals.</li><li>Posting cash receipts accurately and carry out general customer account administration, including credit account applications.</li><li>Liaising closely with Sales Teams to resolve customer queries and disputes promptly while maintaining positive customer relationships.</li><li>Processing credit checks, report on debtor status to the Assistant Finance Manager, and provide cover across Accounts Receivable and other finance functions as needed.</li></ul><h3> </h3><p><strong>About you..</strong></p><p> </p><p>To be considered for the Credit Controller role, you must ideally possess the following skills/experience:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Must have 2+ years within credit control or accounts receivable.</li><li>Confident communicating with customers by phone and email.</li><li>Highly organised with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Able to manage queries and disputes professionally and efficiently.</li><li>Comfortable working collaboratively with internal stakeholders.</li><li>Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£28,000 - £30,000 annual salary</li><li>Hybrid working; 2 days from home, 3 days on site</li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>25 days annual leave</li><li>Life assurance </li><li>On site parking</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4yODc0Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, purpose-driven organisation in Didcot as they look to appoint a Finance Manager. Reporting directly into the COO, you will lead the day-to-day finance function and play a key part in maintaining strong financial management, control and assurance across the business.</p><p>This is a standout opportunity for a qualified accountant who wants real ownership, visibility at senior level and the chance to shape a finance function in a small, friendly and high-performing team.</p><p><strong>Job title:</strong> Finance Manager</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Didcot (hybrid, 2 days a week in the office)</p><p><strong>Contract:</strong> Permanent, full time</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the day-to-day finance function, giving clear, timely financial advice to the COO and wider leadership team</li><li>Own the monthly management accounts, cash flow reporting, balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis</li><li>Lead the annual budget and quarterly forecasting process, working closely with budget holders</li><li>Manage financial reporting and compliance for grant funding, working with key partners and monitoring expenditure</li><li>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking and cash management, maintaining robust financial controls</li><li>Lead the year-end process and external audit, including the statutory accounts and annual report</li><li>Prepare financial papers, dashboards and analysis for the Board and Audit and Finance Committee</li><li>Manage and develop a Finance Analyst, setting priorities and quality standards</li><li>Act as the main point of contact for the outsourced IT provider, monitoring performance and supporting cyber security and business continuity</li><li>Improve finance policies, systems and processes, and contribute to risk management and business planning</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge, with experience of producing management accounts, budgets, forecasts and year-end working papers</li><li>Proven experience of managing, supporting or developing finance staff</li><li>Excellent analytical and modelling skills, including advanced Excel</li><li>A confident communicator who can present to senior leaders, trustees and non-finance colleagues</li><li>A self-starting, organised and collaborative approach, comfortable in a small, fast-paced environment</li><li>Desirable: experience of not-for-profit, research or grant-funded accounting, Xero or a similar cloud-based system, and working with external auditors</li><li>Desirable: experience of overseeing an outsourced IT service or managed service provider</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of up to £65,000</li><li>Hybrid working, with 2 days a week in the office (likely Tuesday and Thursday)</li><li>Training budget to support your continuing professional development</li><li>The chance to lead and shape a finance function in an organisation contributing to the UK's transition to a more sustainable future</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS4wNjcxNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Finance Manager to join a chain of hotels and event spaces based in London.</p><p>Supporting the business and multiple locations this role will involve:</p><ul><li>Monthly close within five working days for every entity, plus monthly and quarterly financial reporting to the board with clear commentary on performance, variances, and forward risks.</li><li>Weekly rolling 13-week cash forecast, monthly P&L reforecast, and group working capital management, including the deposit ledger and intercompany balances.</li><li>The annual budget process across the group, built with each GM and the leadership team.</li><li>Hotel performance reporting on a departmental basis, with RevPAR, GOPPAR, GOP, payroll cost, and F&B GP visible at each site.</li><li>You will partner with each GM on the financial performance of their site.</li><li>Rebuild the management P&L and put in place the supporting trackers to expose profitability across departments, menus, products, and event types.</li><li>The financial control environment: controls, invoice standards, audit readiness, the year-end audit relationship across all five entities, and the group's regulatory, licensing, and insurance obligations. Statutory and tax compliance for all five entities VAT across a multi-rate environment, corporation tax, PAYE and NI, franchise reporting and royalty compliance.</li><li>Manage the relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and HMRC.</li><li>Payroll oversight across the group, including tronc administration and compliance with the Employment Allocation of Tips) Act 2023. </li></ul><p>Details:</p><ul><li>£60,000 - £70,000 DOE</li><li>5 days onsite</li><li>Travel to different location</li><li>Benefits</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/SGFubmFoLlN6eW1hbnNraS4zNzEyMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading UK sustainability business to recruit a Finance Business Partner. You'll work side by side with operational and commercial leaders on the decisions that matter, in a role with real visibility and influence.</p><ul><li><strong>Finance Business Partner </strong></li><li><strong>Permanent </strong></li><li><strong>Bicester (Hybrid working - 2 days onsite per week, with occasional travel to other sites)</strong></li><li><strong>£60,000 + £6,500 car allowance + performance bonus</strong></li></ul><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>You'll partner with site operations, commercial teams and senior management, making sure they understand how the business is performing against targets and which levers they can pull to improve it. Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Providing insightful business partnering on EBITDA, operating cash flow and capex</li><li>Producing management accounts, budgets, forecasts and investment appraisals to agreed timetables</li><li>Presenting financial information to finance and non-finance colleagues</li><li>Upholding the accuracy and integrity of financial information, with strong controls and governance</li><li>Identifying risks and opportunities, and working with senior stakeholders to deliver results</li><li>Evaluating projects and capital expenditure, including post-project appraisals</li><li>Supporting wider consolidated analysis and reporting across the group</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or actively studying and close to qualifying</li><li>Degree qualified or equivalent</li><li>Strong management accounting and business analysis skills</li><li>Advanced Excel, with Power BI experience highly desirable</li><li>Commercial experience, with a track record of building strong relationships with non-finance managers and budget holders</li><li>A confident communicator who can influence and challenge the business</li><li>Experience of capex, investment appraisal and large, matrixed organisations is desirable</li><li>Full driving licence, with travel to site 2 days per week and occasional travel to other locations</li></ul><p><strong>What's in it for you</strong></p><ul><li>£60,000 base salary, plus a £6,500 car allowance and a performance-related bonus</li><li>Generous pension, with the employer matching your contributions up to 7%</li><li>Healthcare cash plan with private health insurance included, covering dependent children</li><li>24/7 confidential employee assistance helpline and a full wellbeing programme</li><li>Gym membership discounts of up to 17% at over 3,000 clubs</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme, with up to £1,000 of bike and equipment</li><li>Employee discounts on shopping, holidays, dining out, cinema and more</li><li>Payroll giving to support the charity of your choice</li><li>A supportive, collaborative culture that values continuous improvement and personal development</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS40Mzc3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recuting for a Group Reporting Manager based in Wiltshire.</p><p>The Group Reporting Manager who will play a critical role in external reporting, group consolidation, technical accounting, governance and treasury support.</p><p>Key Responsibilities Lead Group financial reporting and statutory accounts preparation</p><p>Own the Group consolidation process and ensure IFRS compliance</p><p>Manage external audits and act as the key contact for auditors and advisers Provide technical accounting expertise on complex and significant transactions</p><p>Support and enhance the Group Internal Control Framework Lead impairment reviews for goodwill, tangible and intangible assets</p><p>Support treasury activities including cash forecasting, liquidity management and payment oversight</p><p>Prepare Audit Committee and Board reporting papers Mentor and support junior finance team members</p><p>ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified</p><p>Strong knowledge of IFRS and listed company reporting requirements</p><p>Proven experience in Group reporting and consolidation within a listed, PLC or multinational environment</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci42NzkzOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1>Financial Controller | 14-Month Maternity Cover</h1><p><strong>£85,000 - £90,000 + 10% Pension | 4-Day Working Week | Uxbridge</strong></p><p>I'm currently working exclusively with a well-established manufacturing business to recruit an experienced <strong>Financial Controller</strong> on a <strong>14-month maternity cover</strong> basis.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a <strong>qualified accountant</strong> looking for a senior finance role with genuine ownership, strong exposure to the Finance Director and a highly attractive working pattern.</p><h3>The Package</h3><ul><li><p><strong>£85,000 - £90,000 salary</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>10% employer pension contribution</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>4-day working week</strong> - full-time hours worked across 4 days, with <strong>every Friday off</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Only 2 days per week on-site in Uxbridge</strong></p></li><li><p>14-month maternity cover</p></li><li><p>Senior position reporting directly to the Finance Director</p></li></ul><h3>The Role</h3><p>You'll take ownership of the <strong>financial control, accounting and compliance</strong> function, ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting and continuous improvement across the finance operation.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Leading financial control, accounting and compliance activities</p></li><li><p>Full ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls</p></li><li><p>Monthly reporting and SOX reconciliations</p></li><li><p>Statutory accounts and tax reporting</p></li><li><p>Cash flow management and bank reconciliations</p></li><li><p>Overseeing accounts payable and debtor management</p></li><li><p>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning</p></li><li><p>Overhead and budget variance analysis</p></li><li><p>Supporting and challenging budget holders across the business</p></li><li><p>Leading the year-end statutory accounting process</p></li><li><p>Supporting internal and external audits</p></li><li><p>Ensuring appropriate financial controls and processes are maintained</p></li><li><p>Leading and developing members of the finance team</p></li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>We're looking for a <strong>fully qualified accountant</strong> with <strong>5+ years' post-qualification experience</strong>, ideally gained within a <strong>manufacturing, SME or project-based environment</strong>.</p><p>You'll need strong technical accounting and financial control experience, alongside the confidence to operate autonomously, influence stakeholders and lead a small finance team.</p><p>Experience with <strong>IFRS / US GAAP</strong> and <strong>IFS</strong> would be advantageous.</p><p>Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is commercially minded, analytical, hands-on and comfortable operating in a complex environment.</p><p><strong>If you're a qualified Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Finance professional and the idea of £85-90k, a 4-day working week and every Friday off appeals, I'd be very keen to speak with 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/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNjYxNDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">