<h3 data-start="131" data-end="164">Junior Accountant</h3><p data-start="165" data-end="206"><strong data-end="206" data-start="165">London | Hybrid (4 days office-based)</strong></p><p data-start="208" data-end="356">An established, FCA-regulated investment management firm is seeking a <strong data-end="309" data-start="278">Junior Accountant</strong> to join its growing London-based finance team.</p><p data-end="580" data-start="358">This role is well suited to a part-qualified accountant that has sat some exams, looking to gain broad exposure across financial accounting, management reporting, audit and regulatory processes within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.</p><br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br><ul data-start="610" data-end="1021"><li data-start="610" data-end="688"><p data-start="612" data-end="688">Month-end bookkeeping, journals, reconciliations, accruals and prepayments</p></li><li data-end="747" data-start="689"><p data-end="747" data-start="691">Maintenance of fixed asset and balance sheet schedules</p></li><li data-start="748" data-end="800"><p data-end="800" data-start="750">Processing invoices, payments and staff expenses</p></li><li data-start="801" data-end="847"><p data-start="803" data-end="847">Assisting with monthly management accounts</p></li><li data-end="888" data-start="848"><p data-end="888" data-start="850">Supporting year-end and group audits</p></li><li data-end="918" data-start="889"><p data-end="918" data-start="891">VAT and statutory filings</p></li><li data-end="966" data-start="919"><p data-start="921" data-end="966">Compliance and regulatory reporting support</p></li><li data-start="967" data-end="1021"><p data-end="1021" data-start="969">Ad-hoc finance and operational support as required</p></li></ul><br><br>Candidate Profile<br><br><ul data-start="1048" data-end="1473"><li data-start="1048" data-end="1100"><p data-end="1100" data-start="1050">Has started their accounting qualification and is actively studying: ACA / ACCA / CIMA </p></li><li data-start="1101" data-end="1179"><p data-end="1179" data-start="1103">Strong academic background in accounting, finance or a numerate discipline</p></li><li data-end="1228" data-start="1180"><p data-end="1228" data-start="1182">Solid understanding of accounting principles</p></li><li data-start="1229" data-end="1293"><p data-start="1231" data-end="1293">Comfortable working in a small team with multiple priorities</p></li><li data-start="1294" data-end="1371"><p data-end="1371" data-start="1296">Strong Excel skills; experience with Xero or similar systems advantageous</p></li><li data-start="1372" data-end="1443"><p data-end="1443" data-start="1374">Investment management or regulated environment experience desirable</p></li><li data-start="1444" data-end="1473"><p data-end="1473" data-start="1446">UK right to work required</p></li></ul><br><br>Package & Benefits<br><br><ul data-end="1689" data-start="1501"><li data-start="1501" data-end="1535"><p data-end="1535" data-start="1503">Competitive market-rate salary</p></li><li data-end="1559" data-start="1536"><p data-start="1538" data-end="1559">Discretionary bonus</p></li><li data-start="1560" data-end="1577"><p data-start="1562" data-end="1577">Study support</p></li><li data-start="1578" data-end="1602"><p data-start="1580" data-end="1602">Hybrid working model</p></li><li data-start="1603" data-end="1650"><p data-end="1650" data-start="1605">Pension contribution and insurance benefits</p></li><li data-start="1651" data-end="1689"><p data-start="1653" data-end="1689">25 days holiday plus bank holidays</p></li></ul><p data-end="1843" data-start="1691"> </p><p data-end="1843" data-start="1691">This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious junior accountant to develop within a high-quality investment business offering long-term 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/V2lsbGlhbS5Ccmlja2hpbGwuNjQzNzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Financial Recruitment has partnered with a specialist private credit firm, based in central London, seeking a high-calibre Investment Analyst / Associate to join its London-based team.</p><p data-start="366" data-end="774">The firm manages capital for institutional investors and sophisticated family offices globally. Its core strategy focuses on a distinctive and fast-growing area of private credit: lending to lenders across speciality finance areas.</p><p data-end="924" data-start="776">This is a rare opportunity to gain hands-on exposure across the full private credit investment lifecycle within a lean, entrepreneurial environment.</p><h3 data-end="943" data-start="931">The Role</h3><p data-start="945" data-end="1230">The successful candidate will work closely with senior members of the origination and underwriting team, as well as senior management, to execute and monitor private credit investments. The role offers significant responsibility, early exposure, and the opportunity to step up quickly.</p><p data-start="1232" data-end="1265"><strong data-start="1232" data-end="1265">Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul data-end="2202" data-start="1266"><li data-start="1266" data-end="1362"><p data-start="1268" data-end="1362">Supporting the underwriting, execution and ongoing monitoring of private credit transactions</p></li><li data-end="1678" data-start="1363"><p data-start="1365" data-end="1434">Conducting detailed investment analysis and due diligence, including:</p><ul data-end="1678" data-start="1437"><li data-start="1437" data-end="1479"><p data-start="1439" data-end="1479">Business model and strategy assessment</p></li><li data-start="1482" data-end="1512"><p data-start="1484" data-end="1512">Management team evaluation</p></li><li data-start="1515" data-end="1558"><p data-end="1558" data-start="1517">Market, competitive and sector analysis</p></li><li data-start="1561" data-end="1678"><p data-end="1678" data-start="1563">Financial modelling across income statement, balance sheet and cash flow, including downside and stress scenarios</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="1679" data-end="1756"><p data-end="1756" data-start="1681">Assessing credit risk, debt servicing capacity and structural protections</p></li><li data-start="1757" data-end="1886"><p data-end="1886" data-start="1759">Preparing high-quality internal investment memoranda and presenting findings to senior stakeholders and investment committees</p></li><li data-start="1887" data-end="2012"><p data-end="2012" data-start="1889">Building and maintaining relationships across the private credit ecosystem, including lenders, brokers and legal advisers</p></li><li data-start="2013" data-end="2115"><p data-end="2115" data-start="2015">Monitoring market developments across private credit, speciality finance and related equity markets</p></li><li data-start="2116" data-end="2202"><p data-start="2118" data-end="2202">Contributing broadly across the platform in a small-team, flat-structure environment</p></li></ul><p>The Candidate</p><p>The successful candidate for this private credit firm, based in central London, will have at least 5 years experience as an investment or credit analyst. They will have excellent excel skills and strong modelling and valuations experience.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>The successful Credit Risk Analyst will receive a salary of £80,000 (highly dependant on experience) plus a discretionary notice and beneifits package. </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/U2FsaW1hLkl6YWdhcmVuLjc4ODMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is supporting a client in the search for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the Alternatives workstream within a large-scale data uplift programme at a leading investment organisation.</p><p>This role sits within a business-critical transformation initiative designed to strengthen the firm's data foundations, modernise controls, and enhance the overall governance of structured and unstructured data.</p><p><strong>Key Requirements</strong></p><p>To be considered, you must have:</p><ul><li><strong>Strong Change Management expertise</strong> - able to drive delivery across complex, multi-stakeholder environments.</li><li><strong>Significant experience working with Alternatives data</strong> (e.g., private markets, private equity, private credit, real assets, hedge funds, or alternatives operations).</li><li><strong>Data transformation experience</strong> - including data governance, data quality, control uplift, lineage, ownership models, or metadata frameworks.</li></ul><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>You will lead the Alternatives-focused workstream, working closely with data, investment, operations, and risk teams to:</p><ul><li>Govern and uplift data relating to alternatives portfolios.</li><li>Address high-priority data challenges, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and accessibility.</li><li>Establish robust ownership structures and embed enhanced governance frameworks.</li><li>Modernise data controls and drive process optimisation across the lifecycle.</li></ul><p>The overarching objective is to remediate legacy deficiencies and deliver an improved, resilient, and future-ready data environment that supports the firm's Alternatives business for the long term.</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/VGFobWluYS5NYW1ldG92YS4zMTk5NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p> Assisitant Accountant</p><p>Robert Half are proud to exclusively partner with a fast growing, global asset finance brand, who are looking for an enthusiastic, ambitious, and hard-working Assistant accountant to join an established and good-natured team. Due to recent investment, they predict up to 30% growth in the coming 18 months, through both acquisition and organic methods, so this is a fantastic time to join! This would also generate a number of progression paths within their 8 strong team, that is recruiting regularly. The Accounts Assistant role would be based at their Staines Head office.</p><p>They are seeking a positive, energetic and driven character to join a fun, friendly office that has regular social events and great summer + Xmas parties!<br /> <br /> Areas of responsibility</p><ul><li>Assist in the preparation of financial statements</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts with commentary</li><li>Post and reconcile accruals and prepayments</li><li>Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns</li><li>Manage fixed asset register</li><li>Perform inter-company reconciliations</li><li>Produce reports for internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Point of contact for audit queries</li><li>Provide cover for Accounts receivable and payable function during absences<br /> </li></ul><p>Required skills</p><ul><li>Experience in a finance or accounting role</li><li>Knowledge of accounting principles and practices advantageous</li><li>Proactive with high level of initiative and willingness to learn (study support provided)</li><li>Excellent IT skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft packages</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and ability to deliver high quality work</li><li>Strong time management skills</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Adaptable and flexible approach</li></ul><p>This role would ideally suit:</p><ul><li>Degree in Accounting/Finance but not essential</li><li>Some office experience</li></ul><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>A highly competitive base salary of between £27,000 and £30,000 P/A based on experience</li><li>£2k bonus potential</li><li>FULL study support including books, tutorials, exams and days off for preparation</li><li>Work from home up to two days a week</li><li>6% pension contribution</li><li>25 days holiday plus 8 bank holiday</li><li>A range of health benefits</li><li>Income protection</li><li>A fun, positive and friendly work environment where you are given the opportunity to bring ideas to the table.</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/b2xpdmlhLmNhcnZlbGwuODU4OTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-start="108" data-end="132"><strong data-end="130" data-start="111">Head of Finance</strong></h2><p data-start="133" data-end="309"><strong data-end="257" data-start="223">Location: Near Henley-in-Arden, West Midlands</strong><br data-start="257" data-end="260" /> <strong data-start="260" data-end="309">Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 + Benefits Package</strong></p><p data-end="739" data-start="311">An exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished senior finance leader to join a growing, modern manufacturing organisation based near <strong data-end="471" data-start="452">Henley-in-Arden, West Midlands</strong>. Operating in a fast-paced, technically sophisticated environment and backed by private equity, the business is entering a significant phase of investment and transformation. As a result, they are seeking a <strong data-end="698" data-start="679">Head of Finance</strong> to act as the strategic No.2 to the CFO.</p><p data-end="925" data-start="741">This role will play a pivotal part in shaping financial strategy, strengthening governance, and partnering with operational leaders to drive sustainable performance and value creation.</p><h3 data-end="943" data-start="927"><strong data-start="931" data-end="943">The Role</strong></h3><ul><li>Act as a trusted partner to the CFO, providing high-quality financial insight, challenge, and recommendations that support strategic decisions, investment appraisal, and long-term planning.</li><li>Provide analytical and commercial support to operational teams, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities that influence margin, cost efficiency, and performance improvement.</li><li>Lead the development and delivery of the financial strategy, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.</li><li>Support major strategic initiatives, including M&A activity, refinancing, capital structuring, and value-creation planning, contributing to financial modelling, due diligence, integration, and scenario analysis.</li><li>Prepare board-level reporting, investor updates, KPIs, and performance packs, acting as a credible representative of the finance function with private equity stakeholders and external partners.</li><li>Oversee financial accounting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity across ledgers, statutory reporting, and financial governance.</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and accounting policies, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS and driving robust financial discipline across the organisation.</li><li>Lead the external audit process and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality month-end, quarter-end, and year-end results.</li><li>Drive excellence in management accounting, including costing, variance analysis, operational KPIs, pricing support, and manufacturing reporting.</li><li>Enhance costing methodologies, inventory controls, and manufacturing transparency to support improved decision-making and operational performance.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team across transactional, financial accounting, and management accounting disciplines.</li><li>Champion continuous improvement, process optimisation, and best-practice financial workflows, including upgrades to ERP and reporting systems.</li><li>Instil strong financial governance, clarity around cost ownership, and accountability at all levels of the business.</li></ul><h3 data-end="3050" data-start="3033"><strong data-end="3050" data-start="3037">About You</strong></h3><p data-end="3178" data-start="3051">We are looking for a forward-thinking, commercially minded finance leader who can thrive in a dynamic and evolving environment.</p><ul><li>Full accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with substantial post-qualified experience.</li><li>Proven experience in finance leadership within manufacturing, engineering, or similarly complex environments.</li><li>Strong technical grounding across both financial and management accounting.</li><li>A track record of leading, developing, and motivating finance teams.</li><li>Experience in private equity-backed or complex group structures (desirable).</li><li>Advanced Excel and ERP capability.</li><li>A proactive, improvement-driven mindset with strong commercial awareness.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to build credibility with internal and external stakeholders.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/amFjay5jb253YXkuODIwMDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Finance Manager to assist them for 12 months. You will be responsible for following duties:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Oversee financial operations for UK entities, ensuring compliance with standards and policies.</li><li>Provide financial analysis, reporting, and insights to directors and senior leadership.</li><li>Quarterly month end & VAT reporting</li><li>Manage intragroup recharges and maintain accurate financial records.</li><li>Supervise invoice, payment, and receipt processing.</li><li>Coordinate with auditors, accountants, and regulatory bodies for compliance and filings.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis to support strategic decisions.</li><li>Partner on business initiatives including expansion, investment, and risk management.</li><li>Improve financial processes, controls, and overall efficiency.</li><li>System: Dynamics</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Finance Manager will either be a ACA or ACCA qualified. They will also have experience in monthly reporting, be proactive, and have strong analytical skills.</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 leading Logistics Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This temporary Finance Manager role will be paying circa £400-£450 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/TGF1cmVuLlNoZXJpZGFuLjM5ODgwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h2 data-start="239" data-end="281"><strong data-end="281" data-start="242">Job Title: Finance Business Analyst: </strong></h2><h3 data-start="505" data-end="537"><strong data-end="535" data-start="509">About the Organisation</strong></h3><p data-start="538" data-end="901">The organisation plays a central role in delivering high-quality public services and ensuring value for taxpayers. We are committed to financial transparency, strong governance, and evidence-based decision-making. As part of a large and complex government organisation, you will contribute to work that has a real impact on communities across the country.</p><h3 data-start="903" data-end="926"><strong data-end="924" data-start="907">Role Overview</strong></h3><p data-start="927" data-end="1290">We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented <strong data-end="1002" data-start="974">Finance Business Analyst</strong> to support financial planning, performance monitoring, and strategic decision-making. This role sits within the Finance Directorate and works closely with policy, operations, commercial, and senior leadership teams to ensure robust financial management and effective use of public funds.</p><h3 data-start="1292" data-end="1320"><strong data-start="1296" data-end="1320">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-end="2058" data-start="1321"><li data-start="1321" data-end="1396"><p data-end="1396" data-start="1323">Conduct financial analysis to support operational planning and delivery</p></li><li data-end="1485" data-start="1397"><p data-start="1399" data-end="1485">Prepare high-quality financial reports, dashboards, and briefings for senior leaders</p></li><li data-end="1571" data-start="1486"><p data-start="1488" data-end="1571">Support annual budgeting, medium-term financial planning, and in-year forecasting</p></li><li data-end="1661" data-start="1572"><p data-start="1574" data-end="1661">Analyse cost drivers, risks, and variances, proposing recommendations for improvement</p></li><li data-start="1662" data-end="1741"><p data-end="1741" data-start="1664">Provide business-partnering support to directorates across the organisation</p></li><li data-end="1882" data-start="1742"><p data-end="1882" data-start="1744">Contribute to the development and review of business cases in line with HM Treasury Green Book guidance (or relevant national framework)</p></li><li data-start="1883" data-end="1974"><p data-end="1974" data-start="1885">Ensure compliance with financial policies, audit requirements, and governance standards</p></li><li data-end="2058" data-start="1975"><p data-start="1977" data-end="2058">Support continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes and systems</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2096" data-start="2060"><strong data-end="2096" data-start="2064">Skills & Experience Required</strong></h3><ul data-end="2871" data-start="2097"><li data-start="2097" data-end="2171"><p data-end="2171" data-start="2099">Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field</p></li><li data-start="2172" data-end="2263"><p data-end="2263" data-start="2174">Professional qualification or part-qualification/QBE (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA) is desirable</p></li><li data-end="2379" data-start="2264"><p data-end="2379" data-start="2266">Experience working in a finance, analysis, or business partnering role-public sector experience is an advantage</p></li><li data-start="2380" data-end="2465"><p data-end="2465" data-start="2382">Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret complex data</p></li><li data-end="2552" data-start="2466"><p data-end="2552" data-start="2468">Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with financial or BI systems (e.g., Power BI)</p></li><li data-start="2553" data-end="2665"><p data-end="2665" data-start="2555">Excellent communication skills with the ability to present information clearly to non-financial stakeholders</p></li><li data-start="2666" data-end="2769"><p data-start="2668" data-end="2769">Strong attention to detail, organisational capability, and commitment to high standards of accuracy</p></li><li data-start="2770" data-end="2871"><p data-end="2871" data-start="2772">Ability to work effectively in a large, multi-disciplinary organisation with competing priorities</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2873" data-end="2894"><strong data-end="2894" data-start="2877">What We Offer:</strong></h3><ul data-start="2895" data-end="3221"><li data-start="2895" data-end="2955"><p data-end="2955" data-start="2897">A competitive salary within the government pay structure</p></li><li data-start="2956" data-end="3021"><p data-end="3021" data-start="2958">Civil service pension scheme / public sector pension benefits</p></li><li data-start="3022" data-end="3063"><p data-end="3063" data-start="3024">Flexible, hybrid working arrangements</p></li><li data-start="3064" data-end="3136"><p data-start="3066" data-end="3136">Access to professional development, training, and career progression</p></li><li data-start="3137" data-end="3221"><p data-start="3139" data-end="3221">The opportunity to contribute to work that makes a meaningful impact on the public</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="3223" data-end="3245"> </h3><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> <br><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uNTE1NDQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are partnering with a Trading platform in London to recruit an immediate Accountant for a 6 month interim role.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, interim Accountant for a 6 month contract. As part of this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul><li>Monthly management accounts preparation (2nd draft) 1st draft covered by finance analyst</li><li>Review coordination and variance analysis</li><li>Departmental analysis and reporting </li><li>Process improvement initiatives</li><li>Support daily bank reconciliation</li><li>Revenue recognition</li><li>Review Funds Transfer and controls accounts - investigate variances and post adjustments when required.</li><li>Daily Revenue and profits reconciliation (trading system to accounting system), investigate variances and escalate where necessary.</li><li>Working with settlements/treasury and HOD on any variances to debtors/creditors and banks.</li><li>Daily Safeguarding and profits movements alongside finance analyst.</li><li>Working out commissions - reporting to payroll on time. Dealing with queries from front office.</li><li>Manage rolling forecasts - 1st draft.</li><li>Monthly departmental reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this role will be a qualified Accountant, ACA, ACCA, CIMA and have experience working within a small / medium sized firm where they have been hands on with tasks ranging from daily bank reconciliations, to ownership of the balance sheet. You will have also have the chance to implement and improve processes within the finance function. </p><p>You must be immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client is a Trading platform based in London. They are looking for an immediate, interim accountant to join them on for 6 months. You will be based in the office 4 days per week. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim Accountant role will be paying circa £375-420 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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi41MjA2NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-end="797" data-start="424">We are supporting a leading UK Housing Association in recruiting an experienced <strong data-start="504" data-end="533">Corporate Finance Analyst</strong> to join their finance team on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for a proactive analyst with strong technical accounting skills, excellent financial modelling capability, and experience supporting strategic decision-making in a complex, regulated environment.</p><p data-end="1062" data-start="799">The successful candidate will play a key role in <strong data-end="942" data-start="848">budgeting, financial planning, long-term business modelling and treasury/capital reporting</strong>, helping the organisation deliver robust financial insight across its housing, development and regeneration programmes.</p><h3 data-start="1069" data-end="1097"><strong data-start="1073" data-end="1097">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-end="2118" data-start="1099"><li data-start="1099" data-end="1226"><p data-end="1226" data-start="1101">Support the production of <strong data-start="1127" data-end="1156">corporate financial plans</strong>, stress testing, scenario analysis and long-term business planning.</p></li><li data-end="1354" data-start="1227"><p data-end="1354" data-start="1229">Assist in preparing annual <strong data-start="1256" data-end="1281">budgets and forecasts</strong>, working closely with operational teams and finance business partners.</p></li><li data-end="1515" data-start="1355"><p data-end="1515" data-start="1357">Produce high-quality <strong data-end="1402" data-start="1378">management reporting</strong>, investment appraisals and financial analysis to support development schemes and capital investment decisions.</p></li><li data-start="1516" data-end="1632"><p data-end="1632" data-start="1518">Contribute to <strong data-start="1532" data-end="1554">treasury reporting</strong>, cashflow monitoring, covenant compliance reviews and funding requirements.</p></li><li data-start="1633" data-end="1764"><p data-end="1764" data-start="1635">Maintain and update the <strong data-end="1688" data-start="1659">long-term financial model</strong>, ensuring integrity, accuracy and alignment with regulatory requirements.</p></li><li data-end="1893" data-start="1765"><p data-start="1767" data-end="1893">Support statutory and regulatory submissions including <strong data-end="1890" data-start="1822">VFM metrics, financial returns, and stress testing documentation</strong>.</p></li><li data-end="1994" data-start="1894"><p data-start="1896" data-end="1994">Provide insightful analysis on performance against budgets, risks, variances and financial KPIs.</p></li><li data-start="1995" data-end="2118"><p data-start="1997" data-end="2118">Assist with ad-hoc projects including system improvements, process optimisation, audit support and corporate initiatives.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2156" data-start="2125"><strong data-end="2156" data-start="2129">Key Skills & Experience</strong></h3><ul data-start="2158" data-end="2943"><li data-end="2250" data-start="2158"><p data-start="2160" data-end="2250">Part-qualified/qualified accountant (<strong data-end="2214" data-start="2197">ACCA/CIMA/ACA</strong>) or strong equivalent experience.</p></li><li data-end="2389" data-start="2251"><p data-start="2253" data-end="2389">Experience within <strong data-start="2271" data-end="2368">housing associations, property, real estate, local government or other regulated environments</strong> highly beneficial.</p></li><li data-end="2483" data-start="2390"><p data-start="2392" data-end="2483">Strong financial modelling skills (Excel modelling, scenario testing, cashflow analysis).</p></li><li data-start="2484" data-end="2579"><p data-end="2579" data-start="2486">Solid understanding of <strong data-end="2553" data-start="2509">budgets, forecasting, long-term planning</strong> and capital investment.</p></li><li data-start="2580" data-end="2654"><p data-start="2582" data-end="2654">Treasury awareness (covenants, funding, interest, cashflow) desirable.</p></li><li data-start="2655" data-end="2746"><p data-end="2746" data-start="2657">Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into meaningful insight.</p></li><li data-end="2842" data-start="2747"><p data-end="2842" data-start="2749">Confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally and manage stakeholders.</p></li><li data-start="2843" data-end="2943"><p data-start="2845" data-end="2943">Able to work independently, hit deadlines and adapt quickly within a temporary/fast-paced setting.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2950" data-end="2972"><strong data-start="2954" data-end="2972">Why This Role?</strong></h3><ul data-end="3342" data-start="2974"><li data-end="3058" data-start="2974"><p data-end="3058" data-start="2976">Opportunity to influence and support <strong data-start="3013" data-end="3055">major housing and development projects</strong>.</p></li><li data-start="3059" data-end="3152"><p data-end="3152" data-start="3061">Work within a highly collaborative finance function undergoing growth and transformation.</p></li><li data-end="3284" data-start="3153"><p data-start="3155" data-end="3284">Ideal for candidates looking to utilise their analytical and modelling skills in a meaningful, socially impactful organisation.</p></li><li data-start="3285" data-end="3342"><p data-end="3342" data-start="3287">Competitive day rate and flexible working arrangements.</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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4xMjM3Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Commercial Finance Analyst | Media & Advertising | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £50,000-£55,000</p><p>Robert Half is working with a leading media and advertising group in Central London to recruit a permanent Commercial Finance Analyst into their expanding finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance analyst to own budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis at a senior level, delivering actionable insights that directly influence growth, acquisitions, and strategic decision-making across a dynamic media and advertising business.</p><p>The business operates across multiple markets and offers exposure to senior stakeholders across editorial, sales, production, and marketing - providing an excellent platform for development within a fast-paced and creative environment.</p><p><br />📊 About the Position</p><p>Reporting into the Finance Director and supported by a Commercial Analyst, you'll take ownership of key financial planning, forecasting, and acquisition-related processes, producing high-quality analysis and insight to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include:</p><p>* Project managing the quarterly budgeting and forecasting process to ensure timely consolidation into the Group P&L for US reporting.<br />* Ensuring that the timing and phasing of upcoming releases are accurately reflected in forecasts.<br />* Collaborating with editorial, sales, production, and marketing teams to gather key data inputs.<br />* Producing comprehensive budget and forecast packs for presentation to UK senior leadership.<br />* Developing strong working knowledge of Hyperion Planning to support forecasting and budgeting processes.<br />* Reviewing and reporting on the financial performance of previous campaigns and releases to inform future commercial decisions.<br />* Preparing investment cases for new acquisitions and liaising with stakeholders across multiple departments.<br />* Creating draft P&Ls and scenario models for potential acquisitions, highlighting key commercial drivers.</p><p><br />📋 What We're Looking For</p><p>* Part-qualified or finalist-level accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).<br />* Strong commercial acumen with proven experience handling large and complex data sets.<br />* Excellent Excel skills and experience with financial planning systems.<br />* Strong analytical, forecasting, and financial modelling capabilities.<br />* Confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally and present findings clearly.</p><p><br />🤝 What's on Offer</p><p>* Salary: £50,000-£55,000 per annum.<br />* Hybrid working - 2-3 days per week in the Central London office.<br />* Work within a high-energy, collaborative environment where creativity meets commercial finance, with regular opportunities to interact with editorial, sales, and marketing teams.<br />* Exposure to complex, multi-market financial operations and high-profile projects that directly influence business decisions.<br />* A benefits package designed to support you beyond the office: private medical, dental cover, flexible working arrangements, generous holiday allowance, and dedicated mental health days.<br />* Structured personal development and training opportunities, including support for professional qualifications and career progression within a growing finance function.</p><p><br />💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</p><p>This role offers the opportunity to combine commercial insight with financial rigour in a fast-paced, creative industry. You'll gain hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, and acquisitions while influencing key business decisions across a high-profile media and advertising group.</p><p>You will work closely with senior leadership, providing analysis that directly shapes strategic decisions and drives growth. The role gives exposure to multiple areas of the business, including editorial, sales, production, and marketing, allowing you to build a deep understanding of how financial planning and commercial strategy intersect.</p><p>This is also a chance to develop your technical and commercial skills in a real-world environment, working with complex financial models, large data sets, and high-impact projects. For a motivated finance professional, it's a stepping stone to greater responsibility, including leadership opportunities within a growing finance team.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNzAzNDYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><p>Robert Half is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join a dynamic manufacturing and operations environment with our client based in East Lothian. This role is a key strategic position, acting as a trusted advisor to the site leadership team and helping shape decisions that drive performance and sustainable growth.</p><p>Reporting functionally to the UK Financial Controller, you will work closely with operational leaders, providing insight beyond traditional finance tasks. Your focus will be on turning financial data into actionable plans, ensuring budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics deliver real business value.</p><br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br><ul><li>Partner with the site management team to understand business drivers and identify opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Translate financial analysis into clear recommendations that support operational and strategic decisions.</li><li>Provide proactive financial advice and challenge stakeholders to optimise cost efficiency and profitability.</li><li>Deliver accurate financial and non-financial reporting (including KPIs and variance analysis) within strict deadlines.</li><li>Lead the development of performance plans, budgets, and forecasts, presenting quarterly updates to senior leadership.</li><li>Support investment decisions through robust CAPEX evaluations and scenario analysis.</li></ul><br><br>About You<br><br><ul><li>CA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong commercial acumen.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.</li><li>Proven track record of driving business performance and challenging assumptions constructively.</li><li>Confident in proposing innovative solutions and working collaboratively across functions.</li></ul><br><br>Why Apply?<br><br><p>This is a unique opportunity to gain frontline operational experience and exposure to senior decision-making within a large, forward-thinking organisation. You'll be involved in strategic projects, cross-functional collaboration, and have clear opportunities for career progression.</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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uMzI3MjMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently partnering with our client, a growing business going through an exciting period of growth, in their recruitment of a Treasury Accountant on a permanent contract.</p><p>A role focusing on the management of cash, debt and banking operations, you will partner across the whole business and have a real opportunity to drive change and transformation. This role could be suitable for someone coming from practice & looking for their first move into industry, or, someone who has prior treasury and cash experience who is looking to join a business who are going places. It's one of those roles that will offer a unique skillset to support your path to a Controller role if that is what you are working towards. </p><p>The salary on offer is up to £60,000 + benefits. Hybrid working is supported, and you will be joining an inquisitive & high-performing finance team. Some local (South West) based travel will be required due to the nature of the partnering in the role. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Treasury Policy and Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of treasury policies</li><li>Administer banking platforms, including managing user access and maintaining bank mandates</li><li>Oversee credit card payment processes, ensuring compliance and effective cash handling</li><li>Manage payment cards, procurement cards, and petty cash arrangements</li></ul><p><strong>Cash and Liquidity Management</strong></p><ul><li>Lead operational cash forecasting and coordinate debt drawdowns or repayments as required</li><li>Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews for cash positions and standardise processes across business units</li><li>Streamline and monitor payment processes, including BACS implementation, and review direct debit and standing orders</li><li>Manage investment activities related to cash surpluses and cash sweeps</li></ul><p><strong>Risk Management and Working Capital</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee foreign exchange transactions, including forecasting and purchasing currency instruments</li><li>Monitor working capital performance and provide oversight of international trading platforms</li></ul><p><strong>Technology and Systems</strong></p><ul><li>Support the transition to new ERP systems, ensuring smooth migration of finance and operational processes</li></ul><p><strong>Performance and Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain KPIs and reporting tools to provide insights on cash positions, bank fees, and intramonth cash flows</li><li>Manage monthly credit card reporting and ensure timely delivery of financial insights to stakeholders</li></ul><p> </p><p>For more information, please call Paige on 01179 935 445. To apply, please e-mail </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/cGFpZ2UuYmlya3MuMDAxOTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">