<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant on behalf of a Manufacturing business with offices in Luton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Assistant Accountant you will report to the Finance Manager and take responsibility for core transactional duties for the business. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Support finance period end including accruals and prepayments, reconciliations</li><li>Support with daily tasks such as cashflow forecast, Capex reconciliation</li><li>Daily internal reporting </li><li>Complete National Statistics surveys and returns</li><li>Support external audit with prompt reply to queries submitted</li><li>Performing bank reconciliations for all bank accounts</li><li>Upload manual payments to the bank</li><li>Support with the quarterly stock take </li><li>Support with any ad-hoc requests </li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be working towards AAT Qualified or starting to study ACCA/CIMA looking for a new development opportunity within a changing and successful organisation. </p><p>Company</p><p>The Business is a leader in its field and working through change externally in their market and internally through a restructuring of finance. Role of Assistant Accountant is critical in this ongoing change and development.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Assistant Accountant in Luton is paying £28-35K + Benefits and is working on a 5 days week basis in the office with flexibility after probation </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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDc5MDMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a small, ambitious and friendly business based in Oxford. They are looking for an Accounts Assistant to take ownership of an important part of the financial operation.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with finance experience who enjoys variety, likes working with people as well as numbers, and wants to play a genuinely meaningful role within a growing, close-knit business.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into the finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring customer accounts are accurately maintained and payments are received and allocated promptly. You'll be working with customers from around the world across multiple currencies, and the role goes well beyond routine accounts receivable. You'll also liaise with sales and marketing colleagues, resolve customer queries, produce reports, and get involved in wider business projects.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Allocating customer payments accurately against invoices and reconciling bank accounts</li><li>Preparing and importing bank statements into Xero</li><li>Proactively chasing outstanding debts by phone and email, maintaining accurate records of collection activity</li><li>Managing the accounts receivable inbox and resolving customer queries promptly and professionally</li><li>Producing and reviewing the monthly Aged Debtors Report</li><li>Maintaining and updating debt-tracking spreadsheets and reports</li><li>Supporting the wider finance function with ad hoc projects and administration</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in an accounts receivable, credit control or accounts assistant role</li><li>Confident working with multiple currencies and reconciling accounts</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the confidence to proactively chase payments</li><li>Organised, accurate and comfortable managing a varied workload</li><li>Experience with Xero (or similar accounting software) is desirable but not essential</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of up to £32,000, depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home</li><li>Discretionary annual bonus</li><li>25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, rising with service (up to 30 days)</li><li>Early finish on Fridays</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Quarterly team socials and Christmas party</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>The chance to join a small, fun team with genuine international reach</li></ul><p><strong>Apply Now</strong></p><p>If you're looking for a varied finance role within a supportive, sociable team where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Robert Half's Oxford office for a confidential conversation.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS40Njc4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in <strong>Wantage </strong>to recruit a <strong>Management Accountant</strong>. This role is <strong>term time only!</strong> The salary offered is up to £38,000 along with other attractive benefits including an enhanced pension.</p><p> </p><p>Please note due to the term time only element, salary will be adjusted to match the additional holidays. Therefore, max take home salary will be circa £32,000.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Assist and liaise with the Head of Finance Business Partnering, Finance Director and CFO to plan and produce 3-5-year budget forecasts across the organisation.</li><li>Undertake monthly in-year budget monitoring and reporting, covering both revenue and capital expenditure.</li><li>Undertake monthly payroll monitoring and reconciliation against budget, investigating discrepancies and supporting resolution where appropriate, with sign-off from relevant budget holders.</li><li>Support with payroll calculations and queries, calculating salaries based on grades, contracted hours and working arrangements to support accurate budget forecasting.</li><li>Act as a first point of contact for banking queries and process relevant bank transactions.</li><li>Take responsibility for maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring transactions are accurately recorded.</li><li>Review and action open purchase orders as part of the month-end process.</li><li>Prepare and review prepayments, accruals, deferred income and accrued income as part of the month-end close.</li><li>Support the financial management and reporting of specific projects and commercial activities.</li><li>Assist and advise budget holders on procurement processes and achieving best value for money.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant financial, audit and reporting requirements, including those relating to external funding and regulatory bodies.</li><li>Maintain an awareness of relevant legislation and guidance covering finance, taxation, VAT, National Insurance and other financial matters.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Budgeting, reporting, monitoring budgets and providing financial management support.</li><li>Accruals, prepayments and month end journals experience.</li><li>Microsoft Office and advanced skills in Excel data management and reporting.</li><li>Organised and thorough with a good eye for detail and ability to work to deadlines.</li><li>Ability to work independently.</li><li>Rigorous and methodical with the ability to manage own workload and meet deadlines.</li><li>Work effectively under pressure, managing conflicting priorities and meeting challenging deadlines.</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMDUwMzEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p dir="ltr"> </p> <br><h1 dir="ltr">Finance & Payroll Accounts Assistant - TEMP TO PERM</h1><p dir="ltr"><strong>Hours:</strong> 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Bourton-on-the-Water<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £35,000<br /> <strong>Working pattern:</strong> Office-based, with some flexibility around start and finish times</p><h2 dir="ltr">The Role</h2><p dir="ltr">We are looking for an organised and detail-focused <strong>Finance & Payroll Accounts Assistant</strong>. The role combines responsibility for accurate weekly payroll preparation with finance, accounts and general administrative support.</p><p dir="ltr">The key focus is compiling, checking and validating employee hours before weekly payroll is processed. This is <strong>not an end-to-end payroll position</strong>; payroll processing, tax and final payroll preparation are handled by an established payroll specialist.</p><h2 dir="ltr">Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p dir="ltr">Compile and validate weekly employee hours, including variable hours, pay rates, sickness, holidays and other payroll adjustments.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Review time-recording information and compare reports across multiple systems.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Investigate discrepancies, missing or incorrect information and liaise with managers to resolve issues.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Ensure payroll data is accurate, complete and correctly allocated ahead of the weekly payroll deadline.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Support Finance with payroll reporting, reconciliations, financial records and general accounts administration.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Handle relevant cash, petty cash and payment administration.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Maintain accurate payroll, financial and employee records, spreadsheets and internal systems.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Respond to payroll, finance and employee queries professionally, working collaboratively with Finance, HR and management.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Provide general administrative support to the wider business as required.</p></li></ul><h2 dir="ltr">What We're Looking For</h2><ul><li><p dir="ltr">Previous payroll experience, with a proven understanding of payroll processes and experience collating and/or checking payroll data.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Strong Excel skills, including confidence working with formulas, checking formula accuracy and analysing spreadsheets.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Experience analysing data from multiple systems or reports and confidently interrogating information to identify discrepancies or errors.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Understanding of hours worked, pay rates, gross pay, deductions, net pay, holiday, sickness and different working arrangements.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Experience in basic finance and accounts administration, including maintaining financial records, reconciliations and cash-related queries.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Excellent attention to detail, numerical accuracy and a methodical approach.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Comfortable working to a weekly payroll cycle and fixed deadlines while maintaining accuracy in a busy environment.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Strong organisation and prioritisation skills, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of deadlines.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Good communication skills and confidence liaising with employees and managers.</p></li></ul><h2 dir="ltr">Working Arrangements</h2><p dir="ltr">The position is predominantly <strong>office-based, Monday to Friday</strong>, with some flexibility around start and finish times, provided business requirements and weekly payroll deadlines are met.</p><p dir="ltr">The role works across <strong>Finance, HR and management</strong>, requiring effective communication and collaboration.</p><h2 dir="ltr">Benefits</h2><ul><li><p dir="ltr">Competitive salary up to £35,000.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">20 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Pension scheme.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Lifestyle benefits and retail discounts.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Employee Assistance Programme.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Career development opportunities.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Option to purchase additional annual leave.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Cycle-to-work scheme.</p></li></ul><h2 dir="ltr">To Be Considered</h2><p dir="ltr">Please email me the following information:</p><ul><li><p dir="ltr">How many years' payroll experience you have.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Your level of Excel experience.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Your location and how you would travel to Bourton-on-the-Water.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Your salary expectations.</p></li><li><p dir="ltr">Your availability to start.</p></li></ul><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bGlzYS5oYXl3YXJkLjQ1MzkzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p dir="ltr">Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a leading Data and Analytics Saas business, who are looking to recruit an interim Treasury Assistant for 3-6 months.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>THIS ROLE IS FULLY REMOTE</strong></p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Role:</strong><br /> Our client is looking to recruit an interim Treasury Assistant to join their finance team on a fully remote basis.<br /> In this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Check and update daily bank balances</li><li>Assist in processing payments, internal transfers and payment checks</li><li>Prepare simple cash reports for the treasury team</li><li>Upload files and data into treasury and finance systems</li><li>Help track upcoming payments, receipts and deadlines</li><li>Maintain organised electronic and paper treasury files</li><li>Work closely with Accounts Payable/Receivable and Payroll teams on simple queries</li><li>Provide administrative support to the finance team as required</li><li>Assist in preparing routine treasury reports</li><li>Help with month-end tasks such as collecting bank statements and checking transactions</li><li>Follow internal controls and procedures to ensure accuracy</li></ul><p dir="ltr">Profile:<br /> The successful interim Treasury Assistant will have at least 2 year's experience in Treasury, including multi-currency experience. Working knowledge of NetSuite ERP and Cobase (the treasury system) are a bonus. As the role is fully remote, you will need an excellent attitude and be proactive and self-motivated.</p><p dir="ltr">Salary & Benefits:<br /> This interim Treasury Assistant role will be paying £160-175 per day PAYE + holiday.</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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjAyNTE3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p dir="ltr">Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a leading medical communications company in Central London who are looking to recruit an immediate, interim Accounts Receivable Assistant until late November at least.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Role:</strong><br /> Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Accounts Receivable Assistant to join their finance team for 2-months initially.<br /> In this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Billing and sales invoicing</li><li>Multi-currency transactions</li><li>VAT on sales, including reverse charge</li><li>Manual AR processing</li><li>Credit control and chasing via email</li><li>Chasing internal stakeholders for billing info</li><li>Resolving customer queries</li><li>Supporting AP when required</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>Profile:</strong><br /> The successful interim AR Assistant will be predominantly AR focused with 3+ years' experience, and comfortable dropping into AP when needed. You must have:</p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Microsoft Dynamics experience (essential)</li><li>Strong VAT knowledge, including reverse charge</li><li>Multi-currency experience</li><li>CMap experience (ideal)</li><li>Expenses experience using SAP Concur (ideal)</li></ul><p dir="ltr">You must be immediately available to start next week and able to hit the ground running to be considered for this role.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Client:</strong><br /> Our client is a medical communications company with offices on Central London, looking to recruit an immediate AR Assistant until late November at least. This role is fully remote.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong><br /> This interim AR Assistant role will be paying up to £19 per hour PAYE 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/U2FtLktlYW0uMjk2NDIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>London | £40,000-£45,000 + excellent discretionary bonus | on-site working</strong></p><p>Robert Half Financial Services are recruiting for an <strong>Assistant Accountant</strong> to join the finance team of a highly successful quantitative investment firm in London.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the beginning of their accounting career. Alongside the fundamentals of management accounts, financial reporting and reconciliations, you'll get exposure to automation, financial systems, data and process improvement within a highly analytical environment.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll take responsibility for a broad range of accounting activities, including:</p><ul><li>Supporting the production of monthly management accounts and financial statements</li><li>Preparing accurate reporting for internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Analysing financial information to support decision-making</li><li>Assisting with general ledger accounting, journals and reconciliations</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>Providing occasional cover across AP and AR</li><li>Supporting audit requirements and maintaining appropriate financial controls</li><li>Identifying opportunities to automate and improve recurring finance processes</li><li>Using tools such as Excel, Python, SQL or VBA to improve data handling and reporting</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>This would suit someone who has <strong>recently started their career in accounting</strong> and wants considerably broader exposure than a traditional junior accounting position.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li>A strong mathematical or analytical background, whether at school or university</li><li>Some practical exposure to accounting or audit, whether through employment, an internship or similar experience</li><li>An interest in working towards ACCA or CIMA</li><li>Strong Excel skills and an interest in using technology to make finance more efficient</li><li>Exposure to Python, SQL, VBA or similar tools would be particularly useful</li><li>Strong numerical and analytical ability</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>The confidence to work with both technical and non-technical colleagues, including senior stakeholders within the company</li><li>A genuine interest in <strong>accountancy - this is not a bridge to front office roles</strong></li></ul><p>You don't need to arrive as a finished accountant. More important is that you're numerate, intellectually curious, conscientious and keen to learn.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What's On Offer</strong></p><ul><li>£40,000-£45,000 base salary</li><li>Excellent discretionary bonus</li><li>Opportunity to pursue a professional accounting qualification</li><li>Exposure to accounting, financial analysis, automation and systems from an early stage</li><li>A role within a sophisticated, technology-led investment environment, working as part of a top tier finance team with significant opportunities for development and progression</li><li>Genuine scope to improve processes rather than simply inherit them</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/Um9iaW4uSG9iYnMuOTQ0ODQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing technology recruitment firm to recruit a Finance Manager for its head office in Reading.</p><p> </p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys being hands-on and is looking to develop into a Financial Controller role (via promotion) over the next 2-3 years. You'll work closely with the Finance Director, taking ownership of key finance processes while helping shape the future of the finance function.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll oversee the day-to-day finance operations and play a key role in month-end reporting, payroll, forecasting and financial controls.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare Monthly management accounts and reporting packs</li><li>Manage Month-end including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Oversee staff payroll, commissions and pension uploads</li><li>Produce cash flow forecasts and support budgeting activities</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls and support the annual audit</li><li>Partner with operational teams to improve reporting and finance processes</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified (or equivalent)</li><li>Experience producing management accounts from start to finish</li><li>Confident with balance sheet reconciliations, journals and month-end</li><li>Payroll experience, or the willingness to take ownership following training</li><li>Strong Excel skills and a proactive, organised approach</li><li>Comfortable working in a growing, fast-paced professional services environment</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£50,000-55,000</li><li>4 days in office 1 day working from home</li><li>Clear progression to Financial Controller</li><li>Supportive leadership and genuine career development</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/SmFtZXMuQWRleS4zNzMxMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are exclusively partnering with an Fin-tech firm in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, Qualified interim Finance Manager for 6 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, Qualified interim Finance Manager to join their finance team for a period of 6 months.</p><p>In this role you will be responsible for assisting our client with the following duties: </p><ul><li>Taking ownership of revenue & billings reporting</li><li>Revenue analysis and financial reporting</li><li>SOX reporting & controls</li><li>Journals review/sign-off and month-end </li><li>Detailed variance analysis & commentary</li><li>Business partnering with key stakeholders</li><li>Hands-on accounting across the finance function</li><li>Management of 2 Accounts Assistants</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The successful interim Finance Manager will be qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CA) from practice who is comfortable getting stuck in, can own the revenue piece and is confident partnering with senior stakeholders.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You must be immediate or on a 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is a global Fin-tech firm in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, Qualified interim Finance Manager for 6 months. This is a genuinely hands-on role with ownership of revenue and billings, alongside month-end, reporting, controls and business partnering.</p><p>This role will be office based 2 days per week with 3 days working from home.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim Finance Manager role will be paying £425-475 per day 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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi4yMjAwNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a well-established business near Lambourn who are looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a 3-month temporary contract.</p><p>5 days per week office based.</p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable experience who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and has ideally used Xero.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Accounts Payable Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently</p><p>Matching, batching and coding invoices</p><p>Preparing supplier payment runs Reconciling supplier statements</p><p>Resolving invoice queries and discrepancies</p><p>Accounts Receivable</p><p>Raising sales invoices Allocating customer receipts</p><p>Chasing outstanding payments and reducing aged debt Maintaining accurate customer account records</p><p>Resolving customer account queries</p><p>General</p><p>Duties Bank reconciliations</p><p>Assisting with month-end processes</p><p>Maintaining accurate financial records within Xero Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc tasks</p><p>Ensuring compliance with company financial procedures</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci45NDU1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Software Commodities business in London to recruit an immediate, Interim Treasury Assistant for 2-3 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate interim Treasury Assistant to assist them for 2-3 months. You will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Support the day-to-day management of cash and payments across multiple bank accounts and currencies.</li><li>Prepare and maintain daily and weekly bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Perform urgent and ad-hoc reconciliations as required to ensure accurate and up-to-date cash positions.</li><li>Manage daily and weekly payment runs, ensuring payments are processed accurately and within required deadlines.</li><li>Monitor cash balances across multiple accounts and currencies, providing regular cash balance reporting.</li><li>Support short-term cash flow and liquidity forecasting, identifying upcoming funding requirements and potential cash surpluses.</li><li>Assist with overall liquidity management and ensure sufficient funds are available to meet payment obligations.</li><li>Support the onboarding and setup of new bank accounts, including coordination with relevant internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Maintain accurate treasury records and ensure banking information is kept up to date.</li><li>Work closely with Finance and other internal teams to resolve cash, payment and reconciliation queries.</li><li>Utilise NetSuite to record, monitor and reconcile financial transactions and support treasury reporting.</li><li>Provide support on ad-hoc treasury and cash management activities as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful interim Treasury 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 £140-£160 per day 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/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5LjU4Mjc4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Accounts Assistant - Reading - 12-month FTC - Circa £32.000 - Hybrid I am currently working with a leading business based in Reading who require an Accounts Assistant on a 12 month FTC. This is a varied role working in a fun, fast paced environment. Key duties: * Downloading Bank Statements for 4 operating entities within the group * Preparation of weekly cashbooks * Supporting multiple business units with reconciling bank transactions processed through the central accounts. * Preparation of monthly cashbook journals * Assisting with month end process, calculating provisions for accruals and prepayments. * Reviewing intercompany transactions, resolving differences * Preparation of month end journals * Raising payments on Global Banking platform * Preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations. * Working with overseas project offices to ensure withholding tax returns and payments are submitted on time. Attitude & Skills: * Experience with Oracle * Strong attention to detail and accurate input * A working knowledge of month end routines and timings * Exposure to multi currencies and use of banking platforms * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal * Strong Excel and IT skills * A positive attitude to change and an energetic and collaborative disposition * Well organised, able to work to deadlines and juggle the demands of the business</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/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS4yNjI2MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth FinTech business in the City of London to recruit a <strong>Financial Analyst</strong>. This is a newly created role that will be instrumental in building and developing the company's FP&A and business intelligence capability.</p><p>This opportunity is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working with data, automation, and technology. While the core FP&A responsibilities are relatively straightforward, the business is looking for someone who can go beyond traditional forecasting and reporting to drive automation, improve decision-making, and deliver meaningful business insights.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Focus Areas</strong></p><p><strong>FP&A & Commercial Finance</strong></p><ul><li>Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the Group.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Perform scenario analysis and sensitivity modelling.</li><li>Produce management information and board reporting packs.</li><li>Support long-term business planning and performance tracking.</li><li>Deliver commercial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.</li><li>Partner with stakeholders across the business to improve financial performance.</li></ul><p><strong>Data, Automation & Business Intelligence</strong></p><ul><li>Build and enhance reporting capabilities through Power BI and data analytics tools.</li><li>Identify opportunities to automate manual finance and reporting processes.</li><li>Create dashboards and visualisations that provide actionable insights to management.</li><li>Improve data quality, accessibility, and reporting efficiency across the business.</li><li>Utilise AI and automation tools to increase productivity and enhance decision-making.</li><li>Develop scalable reporting solutions that support business growth.</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Support</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with the CFO to develop a dedicated FP&A capability.</li><li>Support Board and executive-level reporting requirements.</li><li>Partner with Finance, Treasury, and Regulatory Finance teams.</li><li>Provide insight into business performance, cash generation, and key operational metrics.</li><li>Contribute to strategic projects and continuous process improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Candidate Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or relevant experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or investment analysis.</li><li>Background in FP&A, commercial finance, business partnering, or other analytical finance roles.</li><li>Experience within Financial Services, FinTech, Payments, FX, or a high-growth environment is advantageous.</li><li>Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.</li><li>Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools.</li><li>Data-driven mindset with an interest in automation, AI, and improving reporting processes.</li><li>Able to turn complex data into clear, actionable business insights.</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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuOTA0MjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Interim Financial Controller - Didcot</strong><br /><strong>£80,000 equivalent | Hybrid | 2-3 month </strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half Ltd are supporting a business in Didcot who are looking for an experienced<strong> </strong>Financial Controller to join them on a 2-3 month assignment.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, including journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Provide financial reporting, analysis and commentary to the Board and Exec team.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling.</li><li>Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including AP/AR and project cost monitoring.</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and drive continuous improvement across finance processes.</li><li>Manage relationships with auditors, banks and HMRC.</li><li>Lead and support the Finance team.</li></ul><p> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>About you:</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Strong Financial Controller/Finance Manager experience, ideally within a complex or fast-paced environment.</li><li>Strong technical accounting, financial reporting, forecasting and financial controls experience</li><li>Confident working with senior stakeholders and presenting financial information to the Board/Exec 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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuNDA4ODcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> City of London (Hybrid - 3 days in the office)<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £55,000 - £65,000 + competitive benefits</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth FinTech business based in the City of London to recruit a <strong>Finance Manager</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity to join a scaling organisation and play a key role within the finance function, acting as the bridge between the transactional finance team and the Financial Controller.</p><p> </p><p>This is a broad and hands-on position, responsible for overseeing day-to-day finance operations, improving processes and controls, and ensuring the finance function runs efficiently.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Finance Manager key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Overseeing day-to-day finance operations and transactional finance activities</li><li>Managing month-end processes and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting</li><li>Maintaining and improving financial controls across the business</li><li>Supporting process improvements and automation initiatives to drive efficiency</li><li>Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow management</li><li>Working closely with the Financial Controller to support the wider finance agenda</li><li>Acting as a key point of contact within the finance function and providing guidance to junior team members</li><li>Supporting ad hoc projects as the business continues to grow and evolve</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded accountant who is eager to develop within a growing business.</p><p><strong>You will have:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification</li><li>At least 1-year PQE - either in accounts preparation OR industry trained.</li><li>Ideal background within an SME environment OR experience within Financial Services/ FinTech</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the business</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>We Would Be Particularly Interested In</strong></p><ul><li>Newly qualified accountants who have trained in industry</li><li>ACA-qualified candidates from smaller accountancy practices/ accounts preparation who have worked predominantly with Financial Services clients</li><li>Individuals looking to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced and growing organisation.</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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuMTI1MzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Qualified Finance Manager/Controller to work for a Property company based in Central London.</p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director this role will suit someone that is looking to take that next step into a Finance Manager/Controller position. Managing 2 people this role will involve:</p><ul><li>Ownership of the financial management </li><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts and year end financial statements</li><li>Prepare and review monthly and annual financial reporting, including income statements, balance sheet reconciliations, cash flow reporting and variance analysis.</li><li>Review Licence Agreements, MOAs (Managed Occupier Agreements), OOAs (Office Occupation Agreements) and other contractual documentation</li><li>Oversee the monthly and quarterly billing process</li><li>Oversight of Accounts Payable, bank reconciliations</li><li>Quarterly VAT returns</li></ul><p><strong>Details:</strong></p><ul><li>5 days in the office</li><li>Must be qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA equivilant</li><li>Property experience is essential</li><li>Great opportunity for someone to take the next step</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/SGFubmFoLlN6eW1hbnNraS4wNzQxOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.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">
<p dir="ltr">Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a leading education provider in London who are looking to recruit a Finance Officer on an initial 6-month contract, with the opportunity to go permanent.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Role:</strong><br /> Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Finance Officer to join their finance team, with a focus on accounts payable and accounts receivable.</p><p dir="ltr">In this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Monitor the accounts inbox and triage incoming queries</li><li>Process supplier invoices through the Xledger workflow</li><li>Check workflow approvals and finalise postings onto the ledgers</li><li>Deal with budget holders and business owners to resolve queries and discrepancies</li><li>Process and reconcile staff expenses</li><li>Set up supplier payments in the bank</li><li>Support the wider finance team with APAR duties, including raising invoices, cash allocation and credit control</li></ul><p dir="ltr"><strong>Profile:</strong><br /> The successful Finance Officer will have solid, hands-on experience across both AP and AR, ideally gained in a busy finance function. You will be confident dealing with stakeholders across the business, organised, and accurate with a good eye for detail. Experience with Xledger or a similar workflow-based purchase ledger system is highly desirable.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Client:</strong><br /> Our client is a well-regarded organisation based in London who are looking to recruit a Finance Officer for an initial 6 months, with a genuine opportunity to be made permanent. This role will be office based 2 days per week with 3 days working from home.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong><br /> This Finance Officer role will be paying £17-19 per hour 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/U2FtLktlYW0uNjEwNTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Finance Business Partner</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Beaconsfield<br /><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £65,000 (12 month Fixed Term Contract)<br /><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Full-time, hybrid</p><h2>About the Role</h2><p>An opportunity has arisen for a Finance Business Partner to join a busy finance function, supporting teams across the organisation with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and commercial decision-making.</p><p>This role would suit a qualified finance professional looking to develop their business partnering experience, build strong stakeholder relationships and provide meaningful financial insight to support business performance.</p><p>Working closely with colleagues across Finance and operational teams, you will help improve financial visibility, challenge assumptions and identify opportunities to manage costs, improve efficiency and support investment decisions.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p>Support the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning process.</p></li><li><p>Analyse financial performance against budget, identifying trends, risks and opportunities.</p></li><li><p>Prepare monthly management reporting, financial commentary and performance updates.</p></li><li><p>Work with stakeholders across the business to understand financial performance and cost drivers.</p></li><li><p>Assist with business cases, investment appraisals and financial modelling.</p></li><li><p>Support the monitoring of expenditure, overheads and capital investment.</p></li><li><p>Provide financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making.</p></li><li><p>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting and controls.</p></li><li><p>Work collaboratively with colleagues across Finance to ensure accurate and consistent reporting.</p></li><li><p>Build effective relationships with non-finance stakeholders, helping them understand financial results and make informed decisions.</p></li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>You will be a commercially minded finance professional with strong analytical skills and the confidence to engage with stakeholders across different areas of a business.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>Experience in a Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant, FP&A or similar finance role.</p></li><li><p>Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting and month-end reporting.</p></li><li><p>Strong Excel skills and the ability to analyse and interpret financial data.</p></li><li><p>The ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>Good commercial awareness and an interest in understanding business performance.</p></li><li><p>Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p>A proactive approach, with the confidence to question assumptions and suggest improvements.</p></li><li><p>Experience working with P&L reporting, cost analysis and financial controls.</p></li></ul><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification is desirable.</p><h2>What's on Offer?</h2><ul><li><p>Salary of up to £65,000.</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working.</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to develop your finance business partnering and commercial finance experience.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to a broad range of stakeholders and business activities.</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to contribute to financial planning, performance improvement and decision-making.</p></li></ul><p>If you are looking to take the next step in your finance career and develop your commercial business partnering skills, we would welcome your application.</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/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuMDc0NDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h1>Transactional Manager (Finance Operations Manager)</h1><p><strong>Location: Central London</strong><br /> <strong>Salary: Competitive + Benefits</strong></p><p><strong>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed business to recruit a Transactional Manager (Finance Operations Manager).</strong></p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, multi-site organisation operating across the UK and Europe. The business is experiencing significant growth and requires a commercially minded finance leader to oversee and enhance its transactional finance function.</p><p>Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the end-to-end finance operations function, leading a team across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, billing, banking and cash management, while driving process improvements, automation and operational excellence.</p><p>This role would suit a qualified finance professional who enjoys improving processes, leveraging technology and building scalable finance operations within a growing business.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Finance Operations</h3><ul><li>Lead the day-to-day transactional finance function, overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, billing and banking activities.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely invoicing across multiple entities and locations.</li><li>Oversee cash allocation, bank reconciliations and cash management processes.</li><li>Manage supplier payment runs and working capital processes.</li><li>Drive strong credit control and cash collection activities.</li><li>Support month-end close by ensuring reconciliations are completed accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain robust financial controls and balance sheet integrity across operational finance.</li></ul><h3>Process Improvement & Automation</h3><p>A key part of the role will be identifying opportunities to improve, simplify and automate finance processes.</p><p>You will:</p><ul><li>Review existing workflows and identify efficiencies across AP, AR and banking.</li><li>Reduce manual processes through automation and better use of systems.</li><li>Lead finance systems enhancements and process optimisation initiatives.</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders to improve operational effectiveness.</li><li>Support finance transformation projects and technology implementations.</li><li>Develop KPI reporting to monitor team performance and process efficiency.</li></ul><h3>Team Leadership</h3><ul><li>Lead, mentor and develop a transactional finance team.</li><li>Create a culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement and high-quality service.</li><li>Ensure workloads are effectively managed and prioritised.</li><li>Develop team capability through coaching, training and performance management.</li><li>Improve resilience through documentation, process standardisation and cross-training.</li></ul><h3>Controls & Governance</h3><ul><li>Maintain strong financial controls across all transactional finance processes.</li><li>Ensure finance policies and procedures are clearly documented and adhered to.</li><li>Support audit requirements and strengthen the overall control environment.</li><li>Identify operational risks and implement practical improvements.</li></ul><h3>Stakeholder Management</h3><ul><li>Build strong relationships across finance and operational teams.</li><li>Act as a trusted business partner while maintaining appropriate financial controls.</li><li>Support the wider business with process improvements, training and finance best practices.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p><strong>Essential:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.</li><li>Proven experience leading and developing transactional finance teams.</li><li>Strong understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, billing, banking and financial controls.</li><li>Demonstrable experience improving finance processes and driving automation.</li><li>Strong systems and ERP experience.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively across multiple stakeholder groups.</li></ul><h2>Most Important Things (MITs)</h2><p>The client is particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:</p><ul><li>Qualified accountant status (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong academic and professional background.</li><li>Proven team management experience, including developing teams and improving AP/AR processes.</li><li>Experience within a multi-site environment, ideally from sectors such as retail, hospitality, property, real estate or other customer-facing businesses.</li></ul><h2>Desirable Experience</h2><ul><li>Finance transformation or systems implementation experience.</li><li>Exposure to ERP and finance automation tools such as Sage Intacct, Yooz or similar platforms.</li><li>Experience within a fast-growing or private equity-backed business.</li><li>Multi-entity finance experience.</li><li>Strong reporting and KPI development capabilities.</li></ul><h2>What's on Offer</h2><ul><li>Opportunity to join a high-growth, PE-backed organisation at an exciting stage of its journey.</li><li>Significant exposure to finance transformation and process improvement initiatives.</li><li>A highly visible role with genuine opportunity to shape and enhance the finance function.</li><li>Collaborative culture with strong opportunities for personal and professional development.</li></ul><p> </p><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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi41ODI5My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Management Accountant - Entertainment & Public Relations</strong></p><p>Permanent Role. £50,000 - £60,000 DOE</p><p><strong>Central London - Onsite: 5 days in the office.</strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering exclusively with a global strategic brand investment and advisory business operating at the intersection of entertainment, luxury, media, hospitality and global culture to recruit a Management Accountant.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who is comfortable working in an SME environment and enjoys working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Management Accountant, you will work closely with the CFO and take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, providing financial insight and helping to improve processes across the business.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Managing core finance operations, including AP, AR, banking and the general ledger</li><li>Preparing monthly management accounts</li><li>Owning the P&L and cash flow</li><li>Cash flow management, foreign currency and debt collection</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>Reviewing project budgets for profitability</li><li>Preparing monthly financial statements</li><li>Supporting the audit process and external advisers</li><li>VAT</li><li>Supporting the Accounts Assistant</li><li>Working closely with senior stakeholders across the business</li><li>Identifying and implementing process improvements</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for a finance professional who:</p><ul><li>Has a strong hands-on SME background</li><li>Has experience with management accounts, P&L and cash flow</li><li>Is comfortable working in a messy, unstructured or fast-moving environment</li><li>Is proactive, resourceful and a natural problem solver</li><li>Is comfortable working independently and dealing with ambiguity</li><li>Can build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels</li><li>Enjoys improving processes and bringing greater structure to a business</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/TGF1cmVuLlByZXNzbWFuLjk1NDE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Systems Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Exclusive partnership with Robert Half</strong></p><p><strong>Milton Keynes | Hybrid | Up to £40,000</strong></p><p>Are you a finance professional with strong experience in financial systems, reporting and data, looking for a role where you can genuinely influence and improve how finance operates?</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join an established organisation in Milton Keynes, taking ownership of financial systems while working closely with Finance, Business Intelligence and senior stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll be responsible for managing and developing financial accounting systems, ensuring data is accurate, reliable and meaningful.</p><p>You'll also have the opportunity to:</p><ul><li>Take ownership of the architecture and development of financial systems</li><li>Develop insightful dashboards and reports for financial and non-financial users</li><li>Analyse financial data and improve reporting solutions</li><li>Work with the other teams to design, build and test reporting</li><li>Develop and improve finance processes and controls</li><li>Oversee financial data production and challenge existing outputs</li><li>Support monthly management accounts and performance reporting</li><li>Contribute to wider business projects and strategic analysis</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for someone with hands-on experience working with finance systems, financial reporting and data.</p><p>You don't need to be fully qualified. Part-qualified accountants, AAT-qualified candidates and strong finance systems professionals will all be considered.</p><p>Ideally, you'll have:</p><ul><li>Experience working with and developing financial systems and processes</li><li>Strong Excel and computerised accounting systems experience</li><li>Experience producing financial reports, management information or dashboards</li><li>Good understanding of accounting and management accounts</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders</li><li>A proactive approach to improving systems and processes</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Up to £40,000, depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>30 days annual leave + Bank Holidays</li><li>3 additional Christmas/New Year closure days</li><li>Birthday off</li><li>Generous pension scheme</li><li>Professional development and support towards qualifications</li><li>Employee wellbeing platform and Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Excellent employee discounts and rewards</li><li>Free parking</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Apply?</strong></p><p>A great opportunity for a finance professional who wants to combine <strong>accounting, systems, data and business improvement</strong> rather than being restricted to traditional finance.</p><p>You'll have genuine ownership, exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a tangible difference to financial systems and reporting.</p><p>For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Bhavin Kotecha FCCA at Robert Half.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Exclusive partnership with Robert Half.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuOTQyNTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with a successful and growing organisation in Swindon to recruit a Finance Manager on a full-time permanent basis. The Finance Manager will play a key role in managing the day-to-day finance function, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, and providing commercial insight to support business growth. You will manage and develop a small finance team, while working closely with senior stakeholders and wider finance teams to ensure strong financial controls, compliance and effective business partnering. The salary is between £55,000 - £65,000 plus hybrid working and other excellent benefits. </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The main duties of the Finance Manager role will consist of: </p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Leading the monthly management accounts process, ensuring accurate, complete and timely management accounts, including review of overheads, trial balances and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Business partnering with stakeholders to provide commercial insight, financial analysis and support for business growth, pricing and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Overseeing tax, VAT, statutory accounts and audit requirements, acting as a key finance contact for year-end audits and ensuring all compliance deadlines are met.</li><li>Managing a small team; providing coaching, guidance and performance management.</li><li>Driving finance process improvements and strong financial controls, identifying opportunities to improve systems and general processes.</li><li>Overseeing intercompany accounting and general ledger activity.</li><li>Supporting with strategic projects, while building strong relationships with wider finance teams and acting as a trusted finance business partner.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you..</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><p class="isSelectedEnd">To be considered for the Finance Manager role, you will ideally have:</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience across month-end and year-end processes.</li><li>Experience managing or supervising a finance team.</li><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or an experienced Finance Manager that is qualified by significant relevant experience.</li><li>Experience with general ledger and intercompany accounting, and financial reporting.</li><li>Previous experience within an audit environment would be desirable.</li><li>Excellent communication skills. </li><li>Strong relationship building skills. </li><li>Good attention to detail. </li><li>An interest in improving/refining processes and adding value beyond day-to-day finance duties.</li></ul><h2> </h2><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul data-spread="false"><li>£55,000 - £65,000 annual salary</li><li>Hybrid working; 2 days in the office, 3 days from home</li><li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) </li><li>Pension scheme </li><li>Life assurance </li><li>Cycle to work scheme </li><li>Holiday purchase scheme </li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4yODAwNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Temporary Financial Controller Role</strong></p><ul><li>2 month temporary role</li><li>Mainly remote, occasional travel to Oxfordshire</li><li>£65,000 - £70,000 equivalent</li><li>Interviews next week</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage payroll and lead the month-end process.</li><li>Prepare the monthly Board pack and financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee cashflow management and forecasting.</li><li>Prepare and post journals, ensuring accurate financial records.</li><li>Take responsibility for financial reporting and provide clear insight to senior stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Must have Xero experience.</strong></li><li>Strong month-end and financial reporting experience.</li><li>Confident communicating with senior stakeholders.</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/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuMzI0NDkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller | Marketing & Brand Experience | Central London | £70,000 | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a growing international marketing and brand experience business to recruit a Financial Controller into its London-based finance team.</p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, this is a broad Financial Controller role with responsibility across financial operations, reporting, controls and compliance.</p><p> </p><p>The business operates with an outsourced accounting provider who manages much of the day-to-day bookkeeping and processing. As a result, this role is less about transactional processing and more about ownership, oversight and control - reviewing the numbers, challenging where necessary, ensuring robust processes are in place and providing accurate financial information to the senior finance team.</p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and wants broad exposure across month-end, revenue recognition, cash flow, payroll, audit, financial controls and process improvement.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Leading the annual external audit process, including preparing the audit file, coordinating samples and testing, resolving auditor queries and managing the process through to completion.</li><li><strong> Taking ownership of revenue recognition and ensuring the appropriate accounting treatment is applied in line with IFRS.</strong></li><li>Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and maintaining robust balance sheet controls.</li><li>Managing and overseeing the outsourced accounting provider, reviewing their work, resolving issues and providing direction where improvements or corrections are required.</li><li>Leading the month-end and year-end close processes, including journals, reconciliations, supporting schedules and management accounts.</li><li>Overseeing payroll, including new starters, leavers, benefits and salary changes, ensuring the process is accurate and compliant.</li><li>Monitoring cash flow and working capital, preparing cash flow projections and highlighting potential cash pressures or opportunities.</li><li>Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial performance analysis across the business.</li><li>Maintaining the fixed asset and wider asset registers, ensuring assets are accurately recorded, tracked, valued and depreciated.</li><li>Establishing and maintaining strong accounting policies, procedures and internal controls to mitigate financial risk.</li><li>Managing statutory and regulatory compliance requirements, including UK tax and VAT obligations.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA).</li><li>Proven experience in a Financial Accounting position.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge, <strong>particularly around revenue recognition</strong>, IFRS and financial controls.</li><li>Preference for someone who is audit trained and has since moved into a Financial Accounting position within a small to medium-sized business. However, technically proficient industry-trained Financial Accountants will also be considered.</li><li>Strong experience across month-end and year-end close, management accounts, reconciliations and balance sheet governance.</li><li>Experience across payroll, cash flow, working capital and statutory compliance.</li><li>Strong external audit experience, with the ability to manage the audit process and act as the main point of contact for auditors.</li><li>Comfortable working in a hands-on environment where you will need to get into the detail rather than simply manage from a distance.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£70,000 salary depending on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working from a Central London office.</li><li>A broad Financial Controller role with genuine ownership across the finance function.</li><li>Significant responsibility across financial control, reporting, cash flow, compliance, audit and operational finance.</li><li>Scope to improve existing processes, controls and reporting rather than simply maintaining the status quo.</li><li>An international environment, working closely with senior stakeholders based in both the UK and abroad.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is a great opportunity for a technically strong accountant looking for a broad Financial Controller position where they can genuinely take ownership of the numbers and have an impact on how the finance function operates.</p><p> </p><p>The role offers a good balance between technical accounting and hands-on financial control, alongside exposure to cash flow, working capital, audit, compliance, financial analysis and process improvement. You'll be working closely with senior finance stakeholders and will have the opportunity to strengthen processes, controls and reporting across the business.</p><p> </p><p>For someone who enjoys being close to the detail, has strong technical accounting knowledge and wants a role where they can combine financial control with commercial and operational insight, this could be an excellent next move.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNDU5MDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">