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33 results for Automation Manager in United Kingdom

IT Director
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Contract
  • - GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading PE-backed facilities organisation to recruit a Interim IT Director on an initial 8-12 month contract basis. </p><p><strong>Objectives (8-12-Month Outcomes)</strong></p><p>The Interim IT Director will be accountable for designing and executing a transformation roadmap, delivering tangible improvements across cost, service quality, resilience, and commercial value.</p><ol><li><strong> Digital Transformation &amp; Value Creation</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Design and execute a clear, prioritised digital transformation plan aligned to the PE value-creation strategy.</li><li>Translate technology initiatives into commercial outcomes (cost reduction, productivity, service improvement, scalability).</li><li>Establish clear governance, milestones, and success metrics within the business.</li></ul><ol start="2"><li><strong> Automation, AI &amp; Process Efficiency</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Identify and deliver automation and AI opportunities that reduce manual effort, improve speed, and enhance customer and internal service experience.</li><li>Simplify and streamline core business processes, removing friction and failure points.</li></ul><ol start="3"><li><strong> Outsourced IT Review &amp; Supplier Reset</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Conduct a rapid but thorough review of the current outsourced IT model (including Aura).</li><li>Address poor service levels, slow response times, and lack of value for money.</li><li>Redesign the sourcing strategy: renegotiate, replace, or re-tender providers as required.</li><li>Deliver cost transparency, improved SLAs, and materially better service quality.</li><li>Resolve issues around overpriced, second-hand equipment and long lead times.</li></ul><ol start="4"><li><strong> IT Security &amp; Risk Management</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Assess and remediate cyber and operational security risks.</li><li>Ensure the business meets an appropriate level of security maturity for a PE-backed organisation preparing for exit.</li><li>Put in place pragmatic, proportionate controls and incident response capability.</li></ul><ol start="5"><li><strong> Data &amp; Analytics Capability</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Improve access to reliable management information and analytics.</li><li>Enable data-driven decision-making across the executive team.</li><li>Define a realistic roadmap for analytics maturity aligned to business need.</li></ul><ol start="6"><li><strong> IT Procurement &amp; Commercial Control</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Establish disciplined IT procurement processes.</li><li>Ensure technology spend is justified, benchmarked, and ROI-led.</li><li>Introduce stronger commercial management of vendors and contracts.</li></ul><ol start="7"><li><strong> Build a Fit-for-Purpose IT Function</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Design and implement an appropriate target operating model for IT, balancing in-house capability and outsourced services.</li><li>Clarify roles, accountability, and governance.</li><li>Upskill or reshape the existing IT Manager role as part of a sustainable future-state function.</li></ul><ol start="8"><li><strong> Core Systems &amp; Operating System Remediation</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Address critical system instability, including replacement of the unsupported operating system (in place since November 2015).</li><li>Build a robust business case for change, clearly articulating risk, cost, ROI, and implementation roadmap.</li><li>Reduce system failures and downtime, improving operational resilience.</li></ul><ol start="9"><li><strong> Exit Readiness</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Ensure all initiatives support the broader objective of maximising valuation and exit readiness for summer 2027.</li><li>Improve technology due-diligence readiness, documentation, resilience, and scalability.</li><li>Leave behind a clear technology roadmap that extends beyond the interim engagement.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile Type</strong></p><ul><li>Proven Interim IT Director / Technology Transformation Lead experience in PE-backed or highly commercial environments.</li><li>Strong track record of fixing underperforming outsourced IT models.</li><li>Commercially astute, able to build ROI-led business cases and challenge spend.</li><li>Hands-on, delivery-focused, and credible at board and CEO level.</li><li>Comfortable operating in ambiguity and moving at pace.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjU3NDAxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-01-20T13:38:00Z
Finance Manager
  • Royston, Hertfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a local manufacturing business to recruit a Finance Manager / Group Reporting Manager to support the Group Finance Director and oversee the finance operations for their group entities. This is a key role within a growing group, offering genuine impact, autonomy and visibility across the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the finance function for the legal entities and the group.</li><li>Lead and review month-end processes and prepare monthly reporting packs</li><li>Produce consolidated financial reporting.</li><li>Provide commentary, performance analysis and insight across the Group</li><li>Monitor and forecast Group cashflow</li><li>Review working capital movements and drive improvements</li><li>Coordinate annual budgets and half-year forecasting cycles</li><li>Act as the main contact for the year-end audit, preparing analysis and key deliverables</li><li>Support insurance renewals with financial analysis and data</li><li>Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed and reviewed</li><li>Support, train and cover team members as needed</li><li>Lead and contribute to process improvements (e.g. expense system rollout, BACs improvements, invoicing automation)<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><strong>Skills &amp; Attributes</strong></p><ul><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Sound technical accounting knowledge, including consolidations and multi-currency</li><li>Highly organised, able to manage multiple deadlines under pressure</li><li>Experience training, supporting and developing finance team members</li><li>Strong attention to detail with a commercial mindset</li><li>Proficient Excel user<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><strong>Experience &amp; Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience producing consolidated management reports</li><li>Strong understanding of internal controls</li><li>Experience in driving change, improving processes and coaching others</li><li>Fully qualified accountant - ideally ACCA or ACA </li></ul><p><strong>Salary and Benefits:</strong></p><p>The role if Finance Manager is offered with a salary of up to £65,000. This role will be based fully on site.</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjg0MjE1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-12-08T10:41:48Z
Transactional Finance Manager
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 55000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
  • <h3 data-start="38" data-end="73">Transactional Finance Manager</h3><p data-start="74" data-end="144"><strong data-start="74" data-end="109">London / Milton Keynes | Hybrid</strong><br data-start="109" / data-end="112"> <strong data-start="112" data-end="144">£55,000 - £65,000 + benefits</strong></p><p data-end="285" data-start="146">A growing real estate business is seeking a Transactional Finance Manager to lead Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Credit Control.</p><p data-end="554" data-start="287"><strong data-start="287" data-end="299">The Role</strong><br data-start="299" / data-end="302"> Reporting to the Finance Director, you will run day-to-day transactional finance, ensuring strong controls, timely month-end and an efficient, well-managed function. You will lead a small team and support ongoing improvements to systems and automation.</p><p data-end="892" data-start="556"><strong data-start="556" data-end="580">Key Responsibilities</strong><br data-end="583" / data-start="580"> * Lead AP, AR and Credit Control<br data-start="615" / data-end="618"> * Ensure accurate processing, controls and reconciliations<br data-start="676" data-end="679" /> * Own month-end close and payment runs<br / data-end="720" data-start="717"> * Support rent and service charge billing and reconciliations<br data-end="784" / data-start="781"> * Drive process improvements and automation<br data-start="827" data-end="830" /> * Act as the main internal contact for transactional finance</p><p data-end="1166" data-start="894"><strong data-end="911" data-start="894">The Candidate</strong><br data-start="911" data-end="914" /> * Proven experience managing transactional finance teams<br data-end="973" / data-start="970"> * Property / real estate experience preferred<br data-end="1021" / data-start="1018"> * Strong controls and month-end knowledge<br / data-end="1065" data-start="1062"> * Hands-on, organised and commercially aware<br / data-end="1112" data-start="1109"> * Confident people manager with a practical approach</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/TWFyaWEuUm9kaWNoa2luYS44OTA4MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2025-12-15T18:33:37Z
Cyber Security Manager
  • Keynsham, Somerset
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 90000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are working with a long standing client to recruit a Cyber Security Manager on a permanent basis. <br /><br /></p><p data-end="372" data-start="345"><strong data-end="370" data-start="345">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul data-start="373" data-end="1211"><li data-end="496" data-start="373"><p data-start="375" data-end="496">Provide expert cyber security guidance, translating control requirements into technical standards and secure baselines.</p></li><li data-end="574" data-start="497"><p data-start="499" data-end="574">Support architectural governance, project reviews, and digital assurance.</p></li><li data-start="575" data-end="674"><p data-start="577" data-end="674">Maintain the technical security roadmap and drive improvements across tooling and capabilities.</p></li><li data-end="811" data-start="675"><p data-start="677" data-end="811">Operate and optimise core security tools (Defender, Sentinel, Tenable, CASB) and track control adoption through KPIs and dashboards.</p></li><li data-end="926" data-start="812"><p data-end="926" data-start="814">Lead and document security initiatives, including hardening guides, architecture diagrams, and evidence packs.</p></li><li data-end="1006" data-start="927"><p data-start="929" data-end="1006">Chair the Cyber Security Working Group and support regional security leads.</p></li><li data-start="1007" data-end="1069"><p data-start="1009" data-end="1069">Assist the Security Architect with deploying new controls.</p></li><li data-start="1070" data-end="1211"><p data-start="1072" data-end="1211">Deliver incident response: triage escalations, coordinate crisis response, provide out-of-hours support, and perform post-incident reviews.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1213" data-end="1242"><strong data-end="1240" data-start="1213">What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul data-end="1578" data-start="1243"><li data-end="1327" data-start="1243"><p data-end="1327" data-start="1245">Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.</p></li><li data-end="1427" data-start="1328"><p data-start="1330" data-end="1427">Highly organised, detail-driven, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects independently.</p></li><li data-end="1528" data-start="1428"><p data-end="1528" data-start="1430">Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, with clear and professional documentation skills.</p></li><li data-start="1529" data-end="1578"><p data-start="1531" data-end="1578">Commitment to ongoing professional development.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1606" data-start="1580"><strong data-start="1580" data-end="1604">Required Experience:</strong></p><ul data-end="2199" data-start="1607"><li data-end="1730" data-start="1607"><p data-start="1609" data-end="1730">Degree or equivalent experience plus relevant security certifications (Security+, CEH, CySA+, Cloud Security Engineer).</p></li><li data-start="1731" data-end="1808"><p data-start="1733" data-end="1808">Significant experience in cyber security operations or incident response.</p></li><li data-start="1809" data-end="1913"><p data-start="1811" data-end="1913">Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Tenable, CASB, and cloud security (AWS/Azure).</p></li><li data-start="1914" data-end="2017"><p data-end="2017" data-start="1916">Proven security project delivery, PowerShell automation skills, and familiarity with IR frameworks.</p></li><li data-start="2018" data-end="2097"><p data-end="2097" data-start="2020">Consulting-style experience providing advisory support to IT/Digital teams.</p></li><li data-end="2199" data-start="2098"><p data-end="2199" data-start="2100">Knowledge of NIST, CIS, ISO, COBIT, OWASP, and willingness to work out of hours/travel when needed.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2201" data-end="2217"><strong data-end="2215" data-start="2201">Desirable:</strong></p><ul data-end="2425" data-start="2218"><li data-end="2371" data-start="2218"><p data-start="2220" data-end="2371">Experience in MxDR/SOC support, security technologies (IDS/IPS, SIEM, firewalls), and compliance frameworks (GDPR, Cyber Essentials+, SOC2, PCI-DSS).</p></li><li data-end="2425" data-start="2372"><p data-end="2425" data-start="2374">Strong understanding of data protection principles.</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjE0NDM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-01-16T12:55:30Z
IT Manager
  • Cheddar, Somerset
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 45000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are working with a growing design and manufacturing business in North Somerset to recruit an IT Manager on a permanent basis. This is an ideal role for a strong Senior IT Engineer or someone early into their IT Management journey looking to develop their career and take on additional responsibility. <br /><strong><br />Role purpose:</strong><br /><br />A hands-on standalone IT Manager role, responsible for day-to-day IT delivery, system reliability, security, and continuous improvement across the business. You will be the primary technical expert, working closely with senior leadership and operational teams across production, warehouse, print, and office environments. You will own delivery, control suppliers, have authority to standardise systems, be accountable for risk, uptime and security.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:<br /><br /></strong><strong>IT Operations</strong><br />* Own day-to-day IT operations across the business.<br />* Ensure systems are secure, resilient, and fit for purpose.<br />* Act as the escalation point for complex technical issues.<br />* Maintain IT policies, documentation, and standards.</p><p><strong>Infrastructure &amp; Systems</strong><br />* Manage on-site and cloud infrastructure (servers, networks, firewalls, backups).<br />* Oversee Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, identity and access controls.<br />* Maintain business continuity, backup, and disaster recovery arrangements.</p><p><strong>Security &amp; Compliance</strong><br />* Manage cybersecurity risks, patching, endpoint protection, and firewalls.<br />* Support compliance with GDPR and recognised security standards.<br />* Promote good security awareness across the business.</p><p><strong>Business Systems &amp; ERP</strong><br />* Support and maintain ERP and core Finance Systems<br />* Ensure ERP systems support warehouse, production, and finance workflows.<br />* Support handheld scanners and warehouse technology.</p><p><strong>Stakeholder &amp; Supplier Management</strong><br />* Work with department managers to understand IT needs.<br />* Manage third-party suppliers and support contracts.<br />* Translate technical issues into clear business impacts.</p><p><strong>Experience / Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a senior IT role (IT Manager, Senior Engineer, Lead IT).</li><li>Strong documentation and communication skills.</li><li>Strong Microsoft stack knowledge:</li><ul><li>Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy.</li><li>Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, MFA, security controls.</li></ul><li>Networking experience (firewalls, switches, VLANs, VPNs).</li><li>Virtualisation (VMware or Hyper-V).</li><li>Backup and disaster recovery solutions.</li><li>ERP support experience (Business Central and/or OrderWise preferred).</li><li>Calm, structured approach to fault-finding and incident response.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary/Logistics:</strong></p><ul><li>£45,000 - £50,000 per annum </li><li>This role is to be based on site in Cheddar, North Somerset - please only apply if you can commit to this. </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/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjMxOTM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-01-21T13:51:42Z
Interim Senior Treasury Manager
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 400 - 500 GBP / Daily
  • <p><strong>Interim Senior Treasury Manager - 6 months - London (Hybrid) - up to £500 per day (Umbrella - Inside IR35)</strong></p><p>Are you a seasoned treasury professional ready to lead a critical function within a global business environment? Our client is seeking an interim Senior Treasury Manager to oversee and continuously improve its treasury operations, drive process optimisation, and ensure robust risk management across all legal entities and operating units.</p><p><strong>Role Overview:</strong><br /> As Interim Senior Treasury Manager you'll lead the end-to-end treasury function, including cash management, forecasting, policy development, and financial risk mitigation. You'll also spearhead initiatives to streamline processes and strengthen working capital, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class treasury support.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily cash management; ensure liquidity and optimise cash handling processes.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain accurate cash flow forecasting models (including rolling 13-week and annual forecasts).</li><li>Prepare and analyse treasury-related financial reports for leadership and external stakeholders.</li><li>Manage financial transactions and leverage automation to drive efficiency.</li><li>Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks (currency, credit, commodity).</li><li>Maintain and negotiate relationships with banks and financial institutions.</li><li>Design, enforce, and continuously improve treasury policies, procedures, and internal controls.</li><li>Lead, coach, and develop a team of two direct reports, plus collaborate with managed service provider resources.</li><li>Work with accounting, audit, FP&amp;A, tax, and other teams to ensure compliance, process excellence, and optimal financial planning.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience &amp; Skills Required:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years' experience in corporate treasury at Manager or Senior Manager level in a global business.</li><li>Recognised treasury qualification (preferred but not required),</li><li>Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., D365).</li><li>Deep attention to detail; proven organisational skills with the ability to manage simultaneous priorities and meet deadlines.</li><li>Ability to draft and evolve treasury policies; high awareness of regulatory frameworks.</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills.</li><li>Experience leading a team and driving process improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Interim Senior Treasury Manager - 6 months - London (Hybrid) - up to £500 per day (Umbrella - Inside IR35)</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/QW50aG9ueS5DbGFyay4xOTkxNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2025-12-12T12:04:07Z
Accounts Payable Manager
  • City of London, London
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 250 - 300 GBP / Daily
  • <p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Accounts Payable Manager to assist them for 3 - 6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice receipt, coding, matching, approvals, and payment processing.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely weekly payment runs and ensuring Urgent payment request are approved and processed timely.</li><li>Maintain Vendor master data, including setting up new vendors, updating information, and resolving discrepancies.</li><li>Support the AP team to Manage reconciliations of AP sub-ledger to the general ledger.</li><li>Oversee end-to-end month end process for the AP team. Expenses Processing Operations</li><li>Oversee Expenses specialist end-to end expenses process including expenses booking and processing together with payroll and treasury teams</li><li>Oversee Expenses end-to-end month end process</li><li>Support Expenses specialist in maintaining the newly set up Expenses helpdesk platform</li><li>Ensure AP and Expenses processes comply with company policies, GAAP (if applicable), and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Implement and maintain strong internal controls to prevent fraud and payment errors.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations. Process Improvement</li><li>Evaluate existing AP processes and systems; recommend and implement improvements.</li><li>Lead automation initiatives (e.g., OCR, AP workflow tools).</li><li>Develop KPI's and reporting tools to monitor process efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and train AP staff; assign and review work to ensure high performance.</li><li>Conduct performance evaluations and support staff development.</li><li>Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and issue resolution.</li><li>Build strong relationships with internal departments (accounting, treasury, operations and business stakeholders).</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Accounts Payable Manager will have a strong management background with extensive process improvement experience. You will have experience using Netsuite. </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 growing consultancy based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary &amp; Benefits:</strong></p><p>The temporary Accounts Payable Manager role will be paying circa £250 - £300 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/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC45MzUyMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2025-12-08T11:40:59Z
FP&A Manager
  • City of London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 80000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>FP&amp;A Manager | FinTech / SaaS Scale-Up | Central London (Hybrid) | £80,000 - £90,000- Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a rapidly growing SaaS provider delivering procurement, compliance, and supplier management solutions to large corporate clients. Following a period of exceptional growth, the business is investing in strengthening its financial operations and is now seeking its first FP&amp;A Manager to establish and lead the function from the ground up.</p><p> </p><p>This is a newly created role, ideal for someone who thrives on building structure from scratch, shaping processes, and designing best-in-class reporting frameworks that will directly influence strategic decision-making across the business.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll be responsible for:</p><ul><li><br /> Building and leading the FP&amp;A function, designing scalable processes, frameworks, and reporting tools from the ground up.<br /> * Leading budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning cycles to align financial strategy with business objectives.<br /> * Developing and maintaining a robust 3-statement financial model (P&amp;L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) to support scenario analysis and strategic planning.<br /> * Creating financial models from scratch to forecast revenue, headcount, and operating costs.<br /> * Delivering insightful performance analysis, investigating variances, and presenting key drivers, risks, and opportunities to senior stakeholders.<br /> * Producing and evolving executive-level reporting and departmental analysis.<br /> * Partnering cross-functionally to review business cases and evaluate strategic initiatives.<br /> * Identifying and implementing process improvements, automation, and reporting enhancements to support scale and efficiency.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 2 years' post-qualification experience.<br /> * Demonstrable experience operating in a startup or scale-up environment (SaaS preferred, but not essential), with a track record of building or significantly enhancing FP&amp;A processes.<br /> * Proven ability to establish structure in a fast-paced, evolving business with limited precedent or ambiguity.<br /> * Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills, including building complex models from scratch.<br /> * Strong experience manipulating, analysing, and interpreting large and complex data sets to support decision-making.<br /> * Strong grounding in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.<br /> * Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and able to translate data into clear, actionable insight.<br /> * Commercially minded, proactive, and comfortable working with change and ambiguity.<br /> * Collaborative communicator who can build credibility and influence across cross-functional teams.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the Central London office.<br /> * The opportunity to build and shape an FP&amp;A function from the ground up, gaining full ownership and visibility across the business.<br /> * A high-growth, fast-paced environment where your insight will directly influence commercial and strategic decisions.<br /> * Direct exposure to senior leadership and the executive team, with a genuine voice in shaping future strategy.<br /> * A culture that values innovation, autonomy, and continuous improvement, where new ideas are encouraged and implemented.<br /> * Access to cutting-edge tools and systems, with scope to design new reporting and planning frameworks your way.<br /> * Career progression opportunities within a scaling international organisation that invests in its people.</li></ul><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p>This is a rare opportunity to build something from the ground up, taking ownership of a new FP&amp;A function that will become central to strategic decision-making as the business continues to scale. You'll have the freedom to design the tools, processes, and insights that drive performance in a fast-growing, forward-thinking organisation.</p><p>If you're a hands-on finance professional with the vision and drive to build best-in-class FP&amp;A capability from scratch, this is the perfect platform to make a lasting impact.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNTg4NjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-01-27T12:45:33Z
Finance Manager
  • Maidenhead, Berkshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 55000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Finance Manager (Newly ACA Qualified)</strong></p><p><strong>Maidenhead</strong> | <strong>Full-Time, Permanent</strong> | <strong>Hybrid</strong> | <strong>Competitive Salary &amp; Benefits</strong></p><p>A growing, international business based in Maidenhead is seeking a newly ACA qualified Finance Manager to join its finance team. This role offers an excellent blend of technical accounting, commercial analysis and regional reporting, with exposure across EMEA operations.</p><p>This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate moving from practice into industry or an early-industry professional looking to step into a broader, more commercial finance role.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will take ownership of management accounts while playing a key role in EMEA reporting, forecasting and financial analysis. You will partner closely with stakeholders across the region, providing insight to support decision-making and business performance.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Management Accounts &amp; Financial Control</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&amp;L, balance sheet and cashflow</li><li>Ownership of month-end close processes, journals, accruals and prepayments</li><li>Variance analysis versus budget and prior periods</li><li>Ensuring balance sheet integrity and compliance with accounting standards</li></ul><p><strong>EMEA Reporting &amp; Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Preparation and consolidation of EMEA regional reporting packs</li><li>Analysis of regional performance, identifying trends, risks and opportunities</li><li>Supporting senior stakeholders with clear, actionable financial insight</li><li>Liaising with local finance teams to ensure consistency and accuracy of reporting</li></ul><p><strong>Forecasting, Budgeting &amp; Planning</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting cycles across EMEA</li><li>Developing rolling forecasts and scenario analysis</li><li>Building and maintaining financial models to support strategic decisions</li><li>Partnering with operational teams to challenge assumptions and improve forecast accuracy</li></ul><p><strong>Business Partnering &amp; Continuous Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Acting as a finance partner to non-finance stakeholders across the region</li><li>Supporting process improvements, automation and reporting enhancements</li><li>Contributing to ad-hoc commercial and strategic projects</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Newly ACA qualified (or qualifying imminently)</li><li>Strong foundation in financial reporting and management accounts</li><li>Exposure to budgeting, forecasting and analytical work</li><li>Confident working with large data sets and financial models</li><li>Strong Excel skills; systems experience an advantage</li><li>Clear communicator with a proactive, commercially minded approach</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary with bonus potential</li><li>Hybrid working model</li><li>Exposure to senior stakeholders and international operations</li><li>Clear progression into a senior finance or regional role</li><li>Supportive, development-focused finance team</li></ul><p>This role offers a genuine step up into a broad finance position with regional EMEA exposure, ideal for a newly qualified accountant looking to accelerate their career in industry.</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uMzg0NjQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-01-20T14:43:20Z
Systems Manager
  • Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Exciting opportunity for a Systems Manager with strong experience gained in hospitality / retail to join a growing business based near Chipping Norton, offering up to £60,000 DOE.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>As Systems Manager, you'll be responsible for administering and supporting a variety of hospitality and retail systems. This will include:</p><ul><li>provide day to day support and coordination business systems</li><li>troubleshoot / problem solve technical issues (driving root cause analysis)</li><li>coordinate upgrades, releases etc. </li><li>maintain documentation as well as training and best practice support to users</li><li>work closely with 3rd party vendors </li><li>support on ongoing projects, including roll outs of new systems and applications </li><li>ensure systems are compliant with IT security standards</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Applicants for the Systems Manager role will have:</p><ul><li>experience of supporting hospitality and/or retail systems, with strong knowledge of the hospitality / retail industries and processes</li><li>experience of hospitality / retail systems (e.g. Opera Cloud, Simphony)</li><li>excellent stakeholder management skills, including experience of working with 3rd party vendors </li><li>excellent coordination and organisation skills, with ability to work on projects</li><li>have access to own car/transport and driving licence, with flexibility to travel to various local sites</li></ul><p><strong>On offer</strong></p><p>Salary of up to £60,000 depending on experience plus excellent benefits.<strong> Note this is an office based role. </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/cGV0ZXIuZWx3YXJkLjE4MTcwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-01-06T11:47:04Z
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
  • Penicuik, Midlothian
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p></p><p>Robert Half is excited to be partnering with a pioneering, purpose-driven organisation to recruit an FP&amp;A Manager. This innovative business is dedicated to transforming patient care through cutting-edge diagnostic solutions, combining decades of expertise with a commitment to improving lives. At a pivotal stage of growth, the company is scaling operations and strengthening its financial capabilities to support long-term success in a sector that truly matters.</p><p>If you're motivated by the opportunity to build, influence, and deliver meaningful impact within a dynamic finance function, this could be the role for you.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><p>This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you'll act as the financial engine for a key business unit. You'll take ownership of financial planning and analysis, develop robust models, and provide actionable insights that shape strategic decisions. Specific responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Leading the end-to-end budgeting and forecasting process, including long-range planning and insightful reporting for senior leadership.</li><li>Driving the preparation of accurate, timely management reports and writing clear, compelling commentary that explains the "why" behind the numbers.</li><li>Managing weekly cash flow forecasting and conducting in-depth variance and trend analysis to identify risks and opportunities.</li><li>Partnering with operational teams to challenge assumptions, track spend, and deliver cost efficiencies.</li><li>Supporting major projects and business cases with rigorous financial modelling and decision support.</li><li>Enhancing financial processes and systems, identifying opportunities for automation and continuous improvement.</li></ul><h3><strong>About You</strong></h3><p>We're looking for a proactive, detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growth environment. The ideal candidate will have:</p><ul><li><strong>Experience:</strong> Demonstrable success in an FP&amp;A role with responsibility for outputs and insights.</li><li><strong>Technical Expertise:</strong> Advanced Excel skills and strong financial modelling capabilities; experience building models from scratch.</li><li><strong>Analytical Mindset:</strong> Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into clear, actionable insights.</li><li><strong>Communication Skills:</strong> Confidence in presenting financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders and senior leadership.</li><li><strong>Adaptability:</strong> Comfortable managing multiple priorities and operating in an environment of complexity and change.</li><li><strong>Preferred:</strong> Professional qualification (ICAS, ACCA, CIMA) and experience in manufacturing</li></ul><h3><strong>What's On Offer?</strong></h3><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you'll have the autonomy to shape processes and make a tangible impact. You'll enjoy a varied role with exposure to strategic projects and opportunities for career progression. Salary will sit within a range of <strong>£60,000 - £65,000 plus benefits</strong>, with hybrid or remote working options available.</p><br><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNjQ2MjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-01-12T17:24:01Z
Interim Financial Accountant / Finance Manager
  • Windsor, Berkshire
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 350 - 400 GBP / Daily
  • <h2 data-start="176" data-end="234">Interim Senior Financial Accountant / Finance Manager</h2><p data-end="362" data-start="235"><strong data-start="235" data-end="248">Location:</strong> Windsor (Hybrid)<br data-start="265" data-end="268" /> <strong data-end="281" data-start="268">Contract:</strong> 3-4 months (potential temp-to-perm)<br data-start="317" data-end="320" /> <strong data-end="329" data-start="320">Rate:</strong> £350-£400 per day (via Umbrella)</p><p data-start="364" data-end="683">Our client, a growing and dynamic business, is seeking an experienced <strong data-end="491" data-start="434">Interim Senior Financial Accountant / Finance Manager</strong> to support the finance function during a busy period of change and growth. This role will suit a hands-on finance professional with strong technical accounting and group reporting experience.</p><h3 data-end="709" data-start="685">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="710" data-end="1679"><li data-end="838" data-start="710"><p data-start="712" data-end="838">Lead the month-end close process, including journals, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets</p></li><li data-start="839" data-end="936"><p data-end="936" data-start="841">Prepare group consolidations and support the production of board packs and statutory accounts</p></li><li data-start="937" data-end="1020"><p data-end="1020" data-start="939">Manage intercompany accounting and support the integration of overseas entities</p></li><li data-end="1110" data-start="1021"><p data-end="1110" data-start="1023">Oversee payroll accounting and reconciliations across UK and international operations</p></li><li data-start="1111" data-end="1211"><p data-end="1211" data-start="1113">Prepare and submit VAT returns, liaising with external advisors on EU VAT matters where required</p></li><li data-start="1212" data-end="1306"><p data-end="1306" data-start="1214">Support the year-end audit process and act as a key point of contact for external auditors</p></li><li data-end="1445" data-start="1307"><p data-start="1309" data-end="1445">Assist with acquisition accounting, including purchase price allocations, opening balance sheets, and integration into group reporting</p></li><li data-start="1446" data-end="1506"><p data-end="1506" data-start="1448">Manage and maintain a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast</p></li><li data-start="1507" data-end="1592"><p data-end="1592" data-start="1509">Drive continuous improvement across financial processes, controls, and automation</p></li><li data-start="1593" data-end="1679"><p data-end="1679" data-start="1595">Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and prepare technical accounting memos as needed</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1681" data-end="1702">Candidate Profile</h3><ul data-end="2053" data-start="1703"><li data-start="1703" data-end="1761"><p data-end="1761" data-start="1705">Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)</p></li><li data-end="1845" data-start="1762"><p data-start="1764" data-end="1845">Strong experience in month-end close, group reporting, and statutory accounting</p></li><li data-end="1914" data-start="1846"><p data-end="1914" data-start="1848">Previous exposure to multi-entity and international environments</p></li><li data-start="1915" data-end="1983"><p data-start="1917" data-end="1983">Confident working in interim roles and able to add value quickly</p></li><li data-start="1984" data-end="2053"><p data-end="2053" data-start="1986">Strong attention to detail with a proactive and hands-on approach</p></li></ul><p data-end="2210" data-start="2055">This is an excellent interim opportunity for a capable finance professional looking to make an immediate impact, with potential for longer-term engagement.</p><p data-is-last-node="" data-end="2266" data-is-only-node="" data-start="2212">For more information or to apply, please get in touch.</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/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuNjU4ODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-01-07T10:55:37Z
Cyber Security Manager
  • Chippenham, Wiltshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 85000 - 95000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with a fast-growing global client based near Chippenham to recruit for a Cyber Security Manager role. Paying up to £95,000 with company bonus and fantastic benefits and remote working (with occasional trips to Chippenham office as and when needed). This is a newly created position where the role is a 50/50 split between strategic oversight and hands-on delivery. It involves direct collaboration with wider IT teams and business stakeholders to ensure secure practices and maintain alignment with business objectives.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver the Global Cyber Security Strategy regionally, aligning with business needs and regulations, and advising leadership on security investments and resource priorities</li><li>Maintain and evolve security tools and platforms (e.g. SIEM/XDR, endpoint protection, gateways), ensuring optimal utilisation and effectiveness.</li><li>Drive the development of threat hunting and vulnerability management practices, ensuring proactive identification and mitigation of risks across systems and infrastructure.</li><li>Track emerging threats and recommend updates to policies, standards, and procedures.</li><li>Oversee daily security operations, including monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident response.</li><li>Lead and mature the regional incident response function, coordinating with global teams on high-severity events and driving continuous improvement.</li><li>Manage regional security governance, including policy reviews, ITSM processes, KPIs, and reporting.</li><li>Act as the primary contact for operational cyber matters, providing clear, timely communication to stakeholders and leadership.</li></ul><p><strong>About You </strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrable experience in cyber security operations, including incident management, threat monitoring, and vulnerability management.</li><li>Familiarity with regulatory frameworks within region and best practices (such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, Cyber Essentials).</li><li>Professional certifications - CISSP, CISM, ISO27001</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer </strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £95,000</li><li>Company bonus</li><li>25 days annual leave</li><li>Remote working (occasional visits to office near Chippenham)</li><li>Enhanced pension contribution</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Life assurance - 3x annual salary</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/Um94eS5MYXcuMTQwOTYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-01-05T13:34:49Z
Field Marketing Manager
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 170 - 225 GBP / Daily
  • <p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10.0pt;">Our client, is seeking an experienced Senior Field Marketing Manager to play a pivotal role in driving pipeline and revenue impact across the EMEA region.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10.0pt;">The Field Marketing Manager, based in London will lead integrated field marketing initiatives designed to accelerate pipeline growth, strengthen sales alignment, and support revenue objectives through a mix of virtual and in-person programs.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10.0pt;">This is a full-time contract role based in London. </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Field Marketing Manager Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul type="disc" style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Develop and execute a comprehensive field marketing strategy aligned to pipeline and revenue goals, working closely with Sales teams.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Build a deep understanding of sales priorities to determine the most effective mix of campaigns, events, and targeted activities.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Collaborate with cross-functional revenue stakeholders, including Sales, Customer Success, and Pipeline Operations, to plan and deliver high-impact virtual and in-person events.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Partner with Digital, Events, and Account-Based Marketing teams to design and execute coordinated, cross-channel engagement strategies for target accounts.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Measure, analyse, and report on pipeline contribution and ROI for all field marketing programs, using insights to inform future investment decisions.</li></ul><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Design and deliver high-touch marketing programs that generate and accelerate opportunities, strengthen executive relationships, and move prospects through the sales cycle.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Own the strategy and execution of hosted and sponsored field events, including content development, logistics, on-site experience, and end-to-end pre-event, during-event, and post-event engagement.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Identify and activate co-marketing opportunities with industry communities and strategic partners to drive demand at scale.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Leverage account-based marketing platforms and intent data to identify high-value audiences and orchestrate intent-driven campaigns at scale.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Collaborate with content and campaign teams to develop tailored messaging and assets to support field initiatives (e.g. nurture cadences, field engagement, content hubs, gifting, and follow-up).</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong> </strong></p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"><strong>Ideal Field Marketing Manager Profile: </strong></p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">4-5 years of experience delivering field marketing programs focused on pipeline generation and revenue impact.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Strong analytical and results-oriented mindset, with experience measuring performance and presenting insights to senior stakeholders.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Experience using CRM systems and marketing automation platforms.</li><li style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;">Familiarity with event registration and event management tools.</li></ul><br><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/Q2Fyb2xpbmUuR3JhaW5nZXIuNzg1NDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-01-06T11:49:31Z
Finance Manager
  • Bellshill, North Lanarkshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 55000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p data-end="545" data-start="282">Robert Half is partnering with a leading investment and infrastructure management firm to recruit a Finance Manager - an ideal opportunity for auditors from Big 4 or Top 10 firms looking to step into industry without losing technical challenge or career momentum.</p><p data-start="547" data-end="849">This is a genuinely high-impact role within a purpose-driven organisation delivering long-term value across transport, energy, health, and social infrastructure. You'll move beyond testing controls and reviewing numbers to <strong data-end="848" data-start="770">owning the financial story and influencing real-world investment decisions</strong>.</p><br><br>Why this role is ideal for auditors:<br><br><ul data-end="1163" data-start="893"><li data-start="893" data-end="959"><p data-start="895" data-end="959">Broad exposure across <strong data-start="917" data-end="959">multi-entity, complex group structures</strong></p></li><li data-end="1022" data-start="960"><p data-start="962" data-end="1022">Hands-on ownership of <strong data-end="1022" data-start="984">statutory and management reporting</strong></p></li><li data-end="1096" data-start="1023"><p data-start="1025" data-end="1096">Regular interaction with <strong data-start="1050" data-end="1096">boards, investors, and senior stakeholders</strong></p></li><li data-end="1163" data-start="1097"><p data-end="1163" data-start="1099">A move from hindsight to <strong data-end="1163" data-start="1124">forward-looking, commercial finance</strong></p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1182" data-start="1170">The Role</h3><br><br>Financial Reporting & Group Control<br><br><ul data-start="1225" data-end="1571"><li data-start="1225" data-end="1299"><p data-end="1299" data-start="1227">Own monthly and quarterly close across a diverse portfolio of entities</p></li><li data-start="1300" data-end="1397"><p data-end="1397" data-start="1302">Prepare and review management accounts, including variance analysis and commercial commentary</p></li><li data-end="1482" data-start="1398"><p data-start="1400" data-end="1482">Lead statutory accounts, consolidations, VAT returns, and intercompany processes</p></li><li data-end="1571" data-start="1483"><p data-end="1571" data-start="1485">Maintain key balance sheet areas including accruals, prepayments, and loan schedules</p></li></ul><br><br>Strategic Exposure & Stakeholder Influence<br><br><ul data-end="1877" data-start="1621"><li data-end="1705" data-start="1621"><p data-end="1705" data-start="1623">Produce high-quality performance reporting using <strong data-end="1703" data-start="1672">Power BI and advanced Excel</strong></p></li><li data-start="1706" data-end="1784"><p data-end="1784" data-start="1708">Present financial insights directly to <strong data-start="1747" data-end="1782">shareholders and project boards</strong></p></li><li data-end="1877" data-start="1785"><p data-start="1787" data-end="1877">Partner with operational and technical teams to support investment and project decisions</p></li></ul><br><br>Governance, Risk & External Relationships<br><br><ul data-start="1926" data-end="2133"><li data-end="2002" data-start="1926"><p data-end="2002" data-start="1928">Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and jurisdictional reporting requirements</p></li><li data-end="2072" data-start="2003"><p data-start="2005" data-end="2072">Act as the key contact for <strong data-end="2070" data-start="2032">external auditors and tax advisers</strong></p></li><li data-start="2073" data-end="2133"><p data-start="2075" data-end="2133">Monitor loan covenants and funding facility deliverables</p></li></ul><br><br>Process Improvement & Transformation<br><br><ul data-end="2334" data-start="2177"><li data-start="2177" data-end="2259"><p data-end="2259" data-start="2179">Strengthen internal controls and contribute to finance transformation projects</p></li><li data-start="2260" data-end="2334"><p data-end="2334" data-start="2262">Improve reporting processes through automation and system enhancements</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2510" data-start="2497">About You</h3><p data-start="2512" data-end="2640">This role suits someone currently in <strong data-start="2549" data-end="2581">Audit or Accounting Advisory</strong> who is ready to move closer to commercial decision-making:</p><ul data-start="2642" data-end="2952"><li data-end="2708" data-start="2642"><p data-start="2644" data-end="2708">ACA / CA / ACCA qualified (or finalist with strong experience)</p></li><li data-start="2709" data-end="2784"><p data-start="2711" data-end="2784">Strong grounding in financial reporting, group structures, and controls</p></li><li data-end="2876" data-start="2785"><p data-start="2787" data-end="2876">Confident working with senior stakeholders and explaining financial information clearly</p></li><li data-end="2952" data-start="2877"><p data-end="2952" data-start="2879">Advanced Excel skills; Power BI or data analytics experience beneficial</p></li></ul><p data-end="3071" data-start="2954">Experience in asset management or infrastructure is <strong data-end="3023" data-start="3006">not essential</strong> - this role provides a pathway into the sector.</p><h3 data-end="3100" data-start="3078">Why Make the Move?</h3><ul data-start="3102" data-end="3414"><li data-end="3157" data-start="3102"><p data-end="3157" data-start="3104">Step into a <strong data-start="3116" data-end="3157">commercial, decision-influencing role</strong></p></li><li data-end="3226" data-start="3158"><p data-start="3160" data-end="3226">Broaden your experience beyond audit cycles and compliance testing</p></li><li data-start="3227" data-end="3314"><p data-end="3314" data-start="3229">Join a business with <strong data-end="3314" data-start="3250">visible impact on national infrastructure and sustainability</strong></p></li><li data-end="3371" data-start="3315"><p data-end="3371" data-start="3317">Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking finance team</p></li><li data-start="3372" data-end="3414"><p data-start="3374" data-end="3414">Attractive salary and benefits package</p></li></ul><p data-is-last-node="" data-start="3421" data-is-only-node="" data-end="3542"> </p><br><br><br><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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uMTU0NzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2025-12-07T14:29:22Z
Director of IT & AI
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 100000 - 135000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Director, IT &amp; AI Infrastructure - Central London - BioTech</strong></p><p><strong>£100K - £140k, Bonus &amp; Benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half a partnered with a fast-scaling BioTech based in London.</p><p>Relentless Medicine Discovery Needs Relentless Technology!</p><p>The way medicines are discovered today is too slow. We believe patients deserve better - and faster. That requires unconventional thinking, advanced computation, and a relentless drive to do things differently.</p><p>We are an ambitious biotech organisation uniting <strong>AI, computation, and RNAi</strong> to accelerate the discovery of differentiated therapies with real-world impact. Our teams thrive on complexity, creativity, and collaboration, and we move quickly to turn insight into action.</p><p>As we continue to scale, we are seeking a <strong>Director of IT &amp; AI Infrastructure</strong> to lead our enterprise technology, security, and AI enablement strategy at a pivotal moment in our journey.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the <strong>VP, Head of Applied AI &amp; Informatics</strong>, this role owns enterprise IT operations, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and AI enablement across the organisation. You will be accountable for safeguarding systems, data, and intellectual property, while ensuring our technology estate actively accelerates R&amp;D and commercial productivity.</p><p>This is a highly visible leadership role at the intersection of <strong>IT, security, AI, and biotech R&amp;D</strong>, offering the opportunity to shape how AI is embedded responsibly and effectively across the business.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><p><strong>Infrastructure &amp; Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Lead Microsoft 365 and end-user computing environments</li><li>Oversee AWS cloud architecture supporting discovery and computational platforms</li><li>Ensure availability, performance, backup, and disaster recovery readiness</li><li>Establish infrastructure standards, documentation, and operational best practice</li><li>Deploy AI-enabled IT automation for monitoring, support, and knowledge management</li><li>Partner with internal AI teams to support secure and efficient AI workloads</li></ul><p><strong>Security &amp; Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Own the end-to-end cybersecurity posture across all systems</li><li>Implement access controls, monitoring, and incident response frameworks</li><li>Maintain compliance with GDPR, SOC 2 and other relevant standards</li><li>Conduct regular security audits, penetration testing, and risk assessments</li><li>Manage third-party vendors and security risk</li><li>Govern secure use of enterprise AI platforms (e.g. generative AI tools), protecting IP and sensitive data</li><li>Define and enforce responsible AI, data sharing, and access control policies</li></ul><p><strong>Strategy &amp; Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and deliver a multi-year IT and AI infrastructure roadmap</li><li>Evaluate emerging technologies relevant to biotech, R&amp;D, and computational science</li><li>Define IT governance and risk management aligned to regulatory needs</li><li>Own IT budget, licensing, and vendor relationships</li><li>Partner with R&amp;D leadership on capacity planning and infrastructure strategy</li><li>Drive enterprise adoption of secure AI tools, including training teams to embed AI into daily workflows</li><li>Advise senior leadership on AI, security, and operational efficiency</li></ul><p><strong>Skills &amp; Experience</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>8+ years in senior IT or infrastructure leadership roles, ideally in regulated environments (biotech, pharma, healthcare)</li><li>Strong experience managing AWS production environments</li><li>Proven success building and maturing enterprise security programmes</li><li>Hands-on expertise with Microsoft 365 and identity platforms (Azure AD / Entra ID)</li><li>Deep understanding of IAM, network security, and encryption</li><li>Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience</li><li>Working knowledge of enterprise AI platforms and architectures</li><li>Experience defining or governing AI use in data-sensitive or regulated settings</li><li>Ability to translate AI opportunity and risk into practical enterprise outcomes</li></ul><p><strong>Nice to Have</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in high-growth or early-stage biotech/pharma</li><li>Familiarity with GxP, HIPAA, or similar frameworks</li><li>Exposure to data platforms, MLOps, or AI/ML infrastructure in R&amp;D contexts</li><li>Ownership of SOC 2 or similar certifications</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p><strong>Committed to Care</strong></p><ul><li>Healthcare, pension/401(k), and life assurance</li></ul><p><strong>Celebrating Success</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and recognition awards</li></ul><p><strong>Unlocking Potential</strong></p><ul><li>Dedicated personal development time and learning budget</li></ul><p><strong>Enjoying Life</strong></p><ul><li>Social and wellbeing initiatives and a competitive holiday/PTO policy</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/amFtZXMud2lsbHNvbi4wMDQzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-01-02T10:35:08Z
IT Director
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 100000 - 130000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with an Asset Management firm located in London looking to add an IT director to the team.</p><p>This role will report directly into the COO and will be responsible for the daily IT operations for the business. It will be 50% project work as well as 50% BAU work. You will also work closely with third party vendors and senior stakeholders within the business. </p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for someone to come in and take ownership for the IT function. </p><p><strong>Role: IT Director</strong></p><p><strong>Location: London (4 days a week in the office - Monday to Thursday)</strong></p><p><strong>Salary: £110,000 - £130,000 + discretionary bonus </strong></p><p><strong> </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/RXJpay5Pc21hbi40Njk1OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-01-09T17:23:41Z
Linux / Oracle Systems Administrator
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 80000 - 100000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are with a Global Financial Services Organisation to recruit for a Linux / Oracle Systems Administrator (Banking) based in London on an initial 24 Month Fixed Term Contract for a Global Financial services Organisation.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and optimise Oracle databases for core banking applications (Flexcube), ensuring high availability, performance, and security.</li><li>Manage and maintain Linux and AIX servers hosting financial systems.</li><li>Perform OS and database upgrades, patching, and performance tuning.</li><li>Collaborate with senior IT staff and external specialists for planning and requirements.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve issues impacting banking services.</li><li>Implement and monitor backup and recovery strategies using RMAN and Data Guard.</li><li>Automate routine tasks via shell scripting and configuration management tools.</li><li>Ensure compliance with IT security policies and regulatory standards.</li><li>Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.</li><li>Provide on-call support and incident response for production environments.</li><li>Document procedures, configurations, and operational runbooks.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>7+ years in Oracle DBA roles (including RAC, ASM, performance tuning)</li><li>Strong command of SQL and Oracle PL/SQL.</li><li>5+ years with Linux (RHEL/Oracle Linux) and AIX.</li><li>Experience with IBM Power systems</li><li>Shell scripting (Bash, Korn) and automation tools</li><li>Monitoring tools (OEM, Nagios) and log analysis</li><li>Banking and financial systems architecture.</li><li>Experience with Flexcube environments.</li></ul><p><strong>Organisation</strong>:</p><ul><li>Global Financial Services Organisation </li><li>24 Month Fixed Term Contract </li><li>Hybrid Working - London Based </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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuODI0OTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2025-12-16T10:07:56Z
Financial Analyst
  • Bournemouth, Dorset
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Finance Analyst - 12-Month Fixed Term Contract</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Bournemouth<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £40,000 - £45,000</p><p>Robert Half is recruiting for a <strong>Finance Analyst</strong> on a <strong>12-month fixed-term basis</strong>, based in Bournemouth.</p><p>If you have <strong>advanced Excel skills</strong> and enjoy <strong>process improvements</strong>, this could be the ideal role for you.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>This position is key to <strong>automating and improving financial and KPI reporting processes</strong>. You will collaborate with finance managers and the system project team to:</p><ul><li>Streamline data collection</li><li>Enhance data structures</li><li>Build reliable, scalable reporting tools</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate will have:</p><ul><li>Strong technical skills in <strong>Excel</strong>, <strong>Power Query</strong>, and <strong>workflow automation</strong></li><li>Solid understanding of <strong>accounting principles</strong></li><li>Experience in <strong>multi-entity environments</strong></li><li>A finance-aware mindset</li></ul><p>This is a <strong>hands-on role</strong> for someone who enjoys <strong>problem-solving</strong>, <strong>modernising processes</strong>, and creating <strong>high-quality reporting solutions</strong>.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Automate and improve financial and KPI reporting</li><li>Consolidate and validate data from multiple entities and sources</li><li>Build scalable reporting tools using <strong>Excel</strong>, <strong>Power Query</strong>, and <strong>Power Pivot</strong></li><li>Enhance data structures and workflows</li><li>Support the property system upgrade and maintain data integrity</li><li>Collaborate with finance managers on reporting and process improvements</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Reduce manual work and increase accuracy through automation</li><li>Develop and maintain reporting solutions, including Power Query data models and Excel automation</li><li>Contribute to <strong>Power BI dashboards</strong> (interactive and paginated reports)</li><li>Assist with data mapping, testing, and process improvements during system upgrades</li><li>Proactively identify inefficiencies and propose improvements</li><li>Maintain documentation and process notes for long-term scalability</li></ul><p>If you are interested then please reply to this advert or send a copy of your CV </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/dGhhbWluYS5zYWxhbS41ODY4Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-01-12T17:15:45Z
Finance Business Partner
  • Reading, Berkshire
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 65000 - 67000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>📌 Contract details<br />🚀 Finance Business Partner - Reporting<br />📍 Reading | Hybrid (3 days in office)<br /> 💼 18-month Secondment (with option to extend)<br /> 💷 Salary: £67,000<br /><br />We're recruiting a Finance Business Partner - Reporting to join our client's Financial Planning &amp; Strategy Team in a newly created role supporting the Chief Financial Officer, Director of Finance.<br />This is a senior, influential position where you'll lead the development of high-quality financial reporting that drives strategic decision-making across the business.<br />🔎 About the role<br />Reporting to the Director of Finance, you'll act as the lead for reporting and financial information. You'll work closely with Finance colleagues and senior stakeholders, to ensure reporting is accessible, accurate, timely and meaningful.<br />This role has a strong focus on improving systems, automation and insights.<br />🧩 Key responsibilities<br />Design and maintain a new monthly financial reporting pack.<br />Coordinate monthly reporting production and ensure consistency across the business.<br />Review and improve the chart of accounts and reporting structures to reduce manual intervention.<br />Lead the replacement of the current budgeting and forecasting tool, from selection through to implementation.<br />Produce ad-hoc reporting and management information to support business cases and strategic decisions.<br />Provide strategic financial insight, recommendations and analysis to senior leadership.<br />Drive continuous improvement, knowledge sharing and change across finance processes.<br />Build strong relationships and provide leadership and coaching to finance colleagues and stakeholders.<br /><br />👤 About you<br />You'll be a senior finance professional with strong experience in:<br />Financial reporting and management information.<br />Budgeting, forecasting and business planning.<br />Systems improvement and automation.<br />Partnering with senior stakeholders.<br />Translating complex financial data into clear, strategic insight.<br />You'll be comfortable operating at executive level and influencing decision-making in a complex organisation.<br />For more information, please contact <strong></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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy44NzU0MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-01-29T16:36:27Z
Finance Business Partner
  • City of London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 75000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Finance Business Partner | Real Estate | Central London (Hybrid) | £80,000 + Bonus</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are working with a large, international real estate and professional services organisation to recruit a permanent Finance Business Partner into a senior commercial role supporting their growing European operations.</p><p> </p><p>Reporting into the Finance Director, this role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and real estate strategy, partnering closely with senior stakeholders across multiple European markets. You will provide commercial insight, financial challenge, and strategic support in a fast-paced, client-facing environment, helping to shape performance, inform investment decisions, and drive business growth. This is a highly visible role with influence across a complex, multi-country business, providing exposure to senior leadership and involvement in key business initiatives.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>📊</strong><strong> About the Position</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reporting into the Finance Director, you will be responsible for:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Driving robust financial management and insight across the European real estate operations through high-quality management accounts and analysis.<br /> * Partnering with senior stakeholders to assess and challenge performance across revenue, margins, headcount, pipelines, client wins and losses, debt, risks, and opportunities.<br /> * Preparing clear, concise financial summaries, report packs, and commentary to support confident decision-making at leadership level.<br /> * Acting as a key point of contact for financial queries across the European business, ensuring timely resolution.<br /> * Overseeing the monthly close process, ensuring adherence to revenue recognition policies, balance sheet governance, and internal controls.<br /> * Owning bonus and commission calculations and tracking.<br /> * Managing and refining allocation methodologies to ensure fair and transparent cost distribution across teams.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>📋</strong><strong> What We're Looking For</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).<br /> * 5-6 years' post-qualified experience in a senior finance business partnering or commercial finance role.</li><li>Experience within Real Estate is highly desirable but not essential.</li><li>Strong capability in building senior-level presentation decks with clear insight, narrative, and actionable recommendations.<br /> * Proven experience driving change, including process improvements, systems enhancements, or transformation initiatives.<br /> * Advanced modelling, forecasting, and ad-hoc analytical skills.<br /> * Confident communicator with experience partnering senior leadership across multiple geographies.<br /> * A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in automation and data improvement.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>🤝</strong><strong> Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>£80,000 base salary plus bonus.<br /> * Flexible hybrid working model based in London, with the opportunity to engage regularly with European colleagues and senior stakeholders, combining remote working with office-based collaboration.<br /> * High-visibility role partnering senior stakeholders across a European real estate operation.<br /> * Exposure to complex, international operations within a well-established organisation.<br /> * Clear scope for long-term progression within a large, structured finance function.<br /> * Opportunities to work on high-profile, commercially impactful projects and initiatives across the real estate portfolio.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>💼</strong><strong> Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>This role offers a rare blend of senior-level finance business partnering and European exposure within a commercially driven real estate environment. You'll work closely with leadership teams to influence decision-making, support growth initiatives, and provide meaningful financial insight across a complex international business, making it an excellent step for an experienced Finance Business Partner seeking impact and progression.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNDI3MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-01-07T14:16:54Z
Financial Controller
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a global manufacturing group in Leicester to recruit a Financial Controller for a highly visible, senior finance leadership role.</p><p>This Financial Controller position sits at the heart of a complex, engineering-led manufacturing operation with international reach. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the role acts as their number two and takes ownership of financial performance for a significant operating segment, while also supporting wider business unit reporting, consolidation and process improvement. It is a site-based role, offering flexibility, and is suited to someone who enjoys being close to operations and influencing decision-making at senior level.</p><p><strong>The role</strong><br />As Financial Controller, you will lead finance for a core manufacturing division while also playing a key role in business unit oversight. You will partner closely with production, supply chain and commercial leaders to drive performance, improve margins and strengthen financial control. This is a hands-on leadership role with regular exposure to senior leadership and group stakeholders.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li><p>Full financial ownership for a major manufacturing segment, covering management accounts, forecasting and budgeting</p></li><li><p>Delivering clear weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting on operational performance, including COGS, inventory and working capital</p></li><li><p>Providing detailed variance analysis across material, labour and overhead costs, with actionable insight to improve profitability</p></li><li><p>Driving working capital optimisation and cash flow improvement initiatives</p></li><li><p>Leading cost control and efficiency programmes in collaboration with operational teams</p></li><li><p>Ensuring robust inventory control, valuation and compliance with statutory and group requirements</p></li><li><p>Supporting investment cases, capital expenditure proposals and scenario modelling</p></li><li><p>Owning internal controls, governance and SOX compliance at site level</p></li><li><p>Leading local statutory and internal audits and coordinating activity across the finance team</p></li><li><p>Supporting the Finance Director with business unit consolidation, group submissions and consistent month-end processes</p></li><li><p>Contributing to the standardisation and improvement of reporting, ERP usage and data quality across sites</p></li></ul><p><strong>Who we are looking for</strong><br />This role will suit an experienced Financial Controller or senior finance professional with a strong manufacturing background and the confidence to operate as a true business partner to operations and leadership teams.</p><p>You are likely to bring:</p><ul><li><p>Full accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</p></li><li><p>Significant post-qualified experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment</p></li><li><p>Proven experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar leadership role</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of standard costing, margin analysis and operational finance</p></li><li><p>Experience working within UK and US GAAP environments, with solid SOX exposure</p></li><li><p>The ability to influence senior stakeholders using clear, commercial financial insight</p></li><li><p>A track record of driving process improvement, automation and stronger controls</p></li><li><p>Confidence operating in a fast-paced, site-based environment with competing priorities</p></li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong><br />This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior Financial Controller role within a well-established manufacturing business with global operations and strong investment in its people and processes.</p><p>The role offers:</p><ul><li><p>A senior, site-based Financial Controller role with flexibility</p></li><li><p>Significant exposure to operational leadership and group stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Broad remit across operations, reporting, controls and transformation</p></li><li><p>A collaborative, engineering-led culture with a continuous improvement mindset</p></li><li><p>Competitive salary and benefits package</p></li></ul><p>If this Financial Controller role in Leicester is of interest, or if you are a senior finance professional looking to step into a broader leadership position, please apply now. Even if you are not actively looking, we are always keen to speak with accomplished finance professionals and get you on our radar.</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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS4yNzk1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-01-09T13:47:25Z
Management Accountant
  • Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Management Accountant - Leeds (£50,000 - £55,000 + Benefits)</strong></p><p>Robert Half Finance &amp; Accounting are proud to be working with our prestigious international client in Leeds to recruit a Management Accountant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a finalist or newly qualified accountant seeking to take on a key role in supporting the financial operations of a major UK division.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>As a Management Accountant, you will be a vital part of the UK Finance team, working closely with cost centre leads and the divisional Managing Director to produce accurate and insightful financial reporting. You'll have the opportunity to make an impact through your expertise, proactive mindset, and dedication to continuous process improvement.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Management Accounts: Prepare monthly management accounts and quarterly reviews of commercial projects </li><li>Project Support: Assist the business in monitoring unbilled amounts on key projects to ensure financial accuracy and control.</li><li>Transactions: Process financial transactions with accuracy and efficiency, ensuring compliance with standards.</li><li>Reconciliations: Conduct reviews and reconciliations of Balance Sheets, along with maintaining supporting schedules.</li><li>Year-End Reporting: Support statutory audits to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Leadership: Opportunity to coach and potentially manage junior staff, developing your leadership skills.</li><li>Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek out opportunities for automation, simplification, and process efficiencies.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Qualification: Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA).</li><li>Interpersonal Skills: Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills, comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Organisation: Exceptional organisational abilities, with the capacity to manage and prioritise your workload and coordinate with others.</li><li>Excel Expertise: Advanced knowledge of Excel and MS Office applications.</li><li>Adaptability: Comfortable in a dynamic and fast-moving environment, able to adapt to new challenges.</li><li>Collaboration: Willingness to communicate openly about status and challenges to ensure team success.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's in It for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary (£50,000 - £55,000 per annum)</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>Opportunity to work in a high-performing UK division, partnering with senior stakeholders.</li><li>Career development opportunities, including potential line management responsibilities.</li><li>A chance to contribute to key business decisions and process improvements.</li></ul><p> </p><p>If you're a confident and motivated finance professional ready to take on your next challenge, this Management Accountant role offers the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills and advance your career.</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjY3MTU1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-01-05T16:20:17Z
Senior QA Engineer (Innovative TechFirm!)
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 55000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p data-end="403" data-start="136">Are you a solutions-focused Senior QA Engineer with strong experience in Selenium, Java, C#, or Python? Do you want to be part of an ambitious, innovative company experiencing rapid growth? This organisation grew headcount by 35% last year and has major plans for 2026/2027.</p><p data-end="403" data-start="136">This role is based in WEST LONDON</p><p data-end="403" data-start="136">THIS IS A NUMBER 1 Role in the Software Dev team and offers a Senior QA Engineer full influence to drive the platform and company forward. </p><p data-end="569" data-start="405">This is a well-established global business with a modern tech culture, offering the chance to work on large greenfield projects and make a real impact from day one.</p><h2 data-end="587" data-start="571">Why This Role</h2><ul data-end="789" data-start="588"><li data-start="588" data-end="628"><p data-start="590" data-end="628">Work on major greenfield initiatives</p></li><li data-end="675" data-start="629"><p data-start="631" data-end="675">Join a company making a genuine difference</p></li><li data-end="730" data-start="676"><p data-end="730" data-start="678">Strong career progression in a fast-growing sector</p></li><li data-start="731" data-end="789"><p data-start="733" data-end="789">Hybrid: 3 days in the West London HQ, 2 days from home</p></li></ul><h2 data-end="823" data-start="791">What the Hiring Manager Wants</h2><p data-start="824" data-end="836">Someone who:</p><ul data-start="837" data-end="1072"><li data-end="867" data-start="837"><p data-end="867" data-start="839">Can hit the ground running</p></li><li data-end="930" data-start="868"><p data-end="930" data-start="870">Has strong manual and automation experience (BDD required)</p></li><li data-start="931" data-end="981"><p data-end="981" data-start="933">Can work effectively in a small, hands-on team</p></li><li data-start="982" data-end="1021"><p data-start="984" data-end="1021">Communicates well with stakeholders</p></li><li data-end="1072" data-start="1022"><p data-start="1024" data-end="1072">Enjoys problem-solving and improving processes</p></li></ul><h2 data-end="1091" data-start="1074">About the Role</h2><p data-start="1092" data-end="1246">This is a NUMBER 1 role in the QA Team and you will be working on a market-leading global analytics platform. The role is around 50% Manuel and 50% automation with a mix of UI and API testing.</p><h2 data-start="1248" data-end="1271">Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-end="1591" data-start="1272"><li data-end="1338" data-start="1272"><p data-end="1338" data-start="1274">Define acceptance criteria and embed quality early in the SDLC</p></li><li data-start="1339" data-end="1402"><p data-end="1402" data-start="1341">Perform exploratory and automated testing across API and UI</p></li><li data-end="1450" data-start="1403"><p data-end="1450" data-start="1405">Build and maintain automated test scenarios</p></li><li data-start="1451" data-end="1484"><p data-end="1484" data-start="1453">Create and manage bug reports</p></li><li data-start="1485" data-end="1538"><p data-end="1538" data-start="1487">Support unit, integration, and end-to-end testing</p></li><li data-start="1539" data-end="1591"><p data-end="1591" data-start="1541">Work with deployment teams and resolve CI issues</p></li></ul><h2 data-end="1608" data-start="1593">Requirements</h2><ul data-start="1609" data-end="1801"><li data-start="1609" data-end="1650"><p data-start="1611" data-end="1650">8+ years' experience in QA Automation</p></li><li data-start="1651" data-end="1690"><p data-end="1690" data-start="1653">Strong manual and automation skills</p></li><li data-end="1728" data-start="1691"><p data-start="1693" data-end="1728">Experience in Python, Java, or C#</p></li><li data-end="1764" data-start="1729"><p data-start="1731" data-end="1764">UI and API automation knowledge</p></li><li data-end="1801" data-start="1765"><p data-end="1801" data-start="1767">Cross-functional team experience</p></li></ul><h2 data-start="1803" data-end="1814">Benefits</h2><ul data-start="1815" data-end="1939"><li data-start="1815" data-end="1834"><p data-start="1817" data-end="1834">25 days holiday</p></li><li data-end="1848" data-start="1835"><p data-end="1848" data-start="1837">10% bonus</p></li><li data-end="1871" data-start="1849"><p data-start="1851" data-end="1871">Private healthcare</p></li><li data-start="1872" data-end="1883"><p data-start="1874" data-end="1883">Pension</p></li><li data-start="1884" data-end="1906"><p data-end="1906" data-start="1886">Training allowance</p></li><li data-start="1907" data-end="1939"><p data-end="1939" data-start="1909">Enhanced holiday entitlement</p></li></ul><h2 data-start="1941" data-end="1961">Interview Process</h2><p data-end="2008" data-start="1962">Two stages on Zoom. No test. Quick turnaround.</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/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS40NDIzMy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-01-02T08:15:36Z
Head of Financial Planning
  • Berkshire, Berkshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 80000 - 95000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p data-start="214" data-end="403">Robert Half are exclusively partnering with a large, complex organisation based in Bracknell to recruit a senior finance leader into a newly defined Head of FP&amp;A role.</p><p data-start="405" data-end="493">Bracknell (hybrid working)<br data-start="431" data-end="434" /> £70,000 - £85,000 + strong benefits<br / data-end="472" data-start="469"> Permanent | Full-time</p><p data-end="573" data-start="495"><strong>The Opportunity</strong><br data-end="513" / data-start="510"> This is a high-impact role with genuine strategic influence. The Head of FP&amp;A will sit at the heart of the organisation, leading financial planning, insight and commercial decision support at scale. Working closely with senior leadership, this role will shape long-term planning, support major investment decisions and help drive sustainable financial performance.</p><p data-end="990" data-start="880">This is not a traditional reporting-led FP&amp;A role - it's about commercial judgement, leadership and influence.</p><p data-start="992" data-end="1599"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><br data-start="1012" / data-end="1015"> Lead and develop a sizeable FP&amp;A and business partnering function (circa 30 people)<br data-start="1098" / data-end="1101"> Own annual budgeting, forecasting and multi-year financial planning<br data-start="1168" data-end="1171" /> Deliver high-quality insight and narrative to senior leadership and governance forums<br / data-end="1259" data-start="1256"> Act as a commercial advisor on business cases, investment decisions and new initiatives<br data-start="1346" / data-end="1349"> Build and review complex financial models and scenario planning<br data-start="1412" / data-end="1415"> Drive process improvement, automation and smarter reporting<br data-start="1474" / data-end="1477"> Influence non-finance stakeholders and embed financial accountability<br / data-end="1549" data-start="1546"> Deputise for the Director of Finance when required</p><p data-end="2107" data-start="1601"><strong>Candidate Profile</strong><br data-start="1618" data-end="1621" /> Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CIPFA)<br data-start="1675" data-end="1678" /> Senior FP&amp;A / commercial finance leadership experience within a large, complex organisation<br data-start="1769" data-end="1772" /> Strong commercial modelling and strategic decision-support capability<br data-end="1844" / data-start="1841"> Gravitas and confidence operating at executive level<br data-start="1896" / data-end="1899"> Proven experience leading and developing large finance teams<br data-start="1959" / data-end="1962"> Experience within a not-for-profit or values-led organisation would be advantageous<br data-end="2048" / data-start="2045"> Comfortable operating in a changing, fast-paced environment</p><p data-end="2346" data-start="2109"><strong>Why Apply?</strong><br / data-end="2122" data-start="2119"> True strategic remit with senior leadership exposure<br data-start="2174" data-end="2177" /> Leadership of a large, capable FP&amp;A function<br data-end="2224" / data-start="2221"> Complex, high-value decision-making<br data-start="2259" / data-end="2262"> Hybrid working from a Bracknell base<br data-start="2298" data-end="2301" /> £70,000 - £85,000 salary with strong benefits including enhanced pension contribution</p><p data-start="2348" data-end="2492">This role is being managed exclusively by Robert Half. For a confidential discussion and access to the full brief, please apply or get in touch.</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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuNTYyODcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-02-02T11:00:02Z
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