<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Finance Business Partner to assist them for 12 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Improving the business's understanding of its performance through targeted financial analysis and insight, linking financial data to support and challenge the business strategy</li><li>Improving visibility of financial performance across business service offerings by developing and delivering management information and reporting dashboards, providing both quantitative data and qualitative insight and recommendations to stakeholders</li><li>Presenting data and insight in a compelling way to members of the Senior Management Team to enable the best strategic decisions to be taken and challenge those already taken</li><li>Challenging current ways of working, driving efficiencies and cost savings to ensure key operational, commercial and financial targets are delivered</li><li>Advising senior stakeholders on emerging risks and opportunities</li><li>Understanding, articulating and measuring the key cost drivers of the business</li><li>Building strong working relationships and active partnerships with management and teams across the business</li><li>Collaborating with colleagues across the business to identify and realise opportunities for efficiency and process improvement.</li><li>Provide technical accounting support for non-routine transactions</li><li>Support the preparation of group forecasts, providing critical feedback and challenge to the team</li><li>Maintain a group financial view of performance across the private operating structures</li><li>Identify financial and operational risks within the team and across current processes and procedures, making recommendations for improvement to senior finance</li><li>Support the formal review of monthly management accounts across the private groups, providing live feedback and support to the team during month-end</li><li>Assist with high level audit queries, working with audit partners and providing technical support back to the team during the audit season and year-end statutory reporting processes</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Finance Business Partner will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and have 5+ years experience within a similar business partnering role.</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 Construction 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>The temporary Finance Business Partner role will be paying circa £90,000 - £95,000 per annum, dependant on experience.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC43ODYzMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h3 data-end="164" data-start="131">Junior Accountant</h3><p data-end="206" data-start="165"><strong data-start="165" data-end="206">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-start="278" data-end="309">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-end="1021" data-start="610"><li data-end="688" data-start="610"><p data-end="688" data-start="612">Month-end bookkeeping, journals, reconciliations, accruals and prepayments</p></li><li data-start="689" data-end="747"><p data-start="691" data-end="747">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-end="847" data-start="803">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-start="889" data-end="918"><p data-start="891" data-end="918">VAT and statutory filings</p></li><li data-start="919" data-end="966"><p data-end="966" data-start="921">Compliance and regulatory reporting support</p></li><li data-end="1021" data-start="967"><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-start="1050" data-end="1100">Has started their accounting qualification and is actively studying: ACA / ACCA / CIMA </p></li><li data-end="1179" data-start="1101"><p data-start="1103" data-end="1179">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-end="1293" data-start="1229"><p data-start="1231" data-end="1293">Comfortable working in a small team with multiple priorities</p></li><li data-end="1371" data-start="1294"><p data-start="1296" data-end="1371">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-end="1473" data-start="1444"><p data-start="1446" data-end="1473">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-start="1503" data-end="1535">Competitive market-rate salary</p></li><li data-start="1536" data-end="1559"><p data-start="1538" data-end="1559">Discretionary bonus</p></li><li data-start="1560" data-end="1577"><p data-end="1577" data-start="1562">Study support</p></li><li data-start="1578" data-end="1602"><p data-end="1602" data-start="1580">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-end="1689" data-start="1653">25 days holiday plus bank holidays</p></li></ul><p data-end="1843" data-start="1691"> </p><p data-start="1691" data-end="1843">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/V2lsbGlhbS5Ccmlja2hpbGwuMTkzODMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Financial Accountant to assist them for 3 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Act as a key player in a balance sheet remediation project.</li><li>Working alongside Group Finance Manager and Group Financial Controller to deliver a fully reconciled balance sheet for upcoming audit.</li><li>Reconcile significant balance sheet accounts across the group - investigating variances and inconsistencies, often within historical & imperfect data</li><li>Propose adjusting entries to correct accounts and provide a source of truth for future account reconciliations</li><li>Clearly communicate all findings to senior management and provide documentation for auditors and future use.</li><li>Be prepared to propose recommendations for future state processes to be implemented monthly</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Financial Accountant will be qualified (Eg. ACA or ACCA) and ideally come from an Audit background. </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 property business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>The temporary Accounts Payable roles will be paying circa £350 - £425 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/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC4xNjk4OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<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 & 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">
<p>Robert Half Financial Services has partnered with an investment management firm to hire an Investment Operations Analyst, based in the City of London. The Investment Operations Analyst will play a pivotal role in delivering fund launches, modifications, and transitions. They will oversee end-to-end execution, governance, and process optimisation to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest operational standards.</p><p> </p><p>The Person</p><p>The successful Investment Operations Analyst will have at least 5 years of experience within a similar role. Transistors experience is absolutely essential and experience of fund launches would be highly desirable. Ideally, the Investment Operations Analyst will come from investment management but candidates from investment banking may also be considered. </p><p>The Company</p><p>My client is a small investment management firm with over £30billion in assets under management. They are based in the City of London and operate on a hybrid working policy. </p><p>Salary & Benefit</p><p>The successful Investment Operations Analyst will receive a salary of up to £80,000, highly dependent on experience, plus very competative benefits. </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/U2FsaW1hLkl6YWdhcmVuLjYxMTI4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<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">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting a Payroll Manager on behalf of a Large Outsourced Services Provider with offices in Milton Keynes.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Payroll Manager you will support the Finance Teams during an exciting period of growth to manage all payroll activities on behalf of clients whilst managing a small team. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>End-to-end processing of company payrolls including processing BACS/Faster Payments and pensions payments.</li><li>Payroll administration including filing, setting up new starters, HMRC tax codes and student loan updates</li></ul><ul><li>Termination payment calculations</li><li>P11Ds</li><li>Process increases and calculation of back pay</li><li>Month end RTI submissions</li><li>Support any required system updates, parallel runs, migrations, reconciliation and implementations</li><li>Regular reports to Senior Finance</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be an experienced Senior Payroll individual who has ideally lead teams and has experience within a multi-site/multi entity business ideally from a Bureau setting or similar who is able to work at a fast pace and with the ability to work both internally and externally with stakeholders.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Payroll Manager in Milton Keynes is working 5 days a week in the office with some flexibility and offering a salary of £40-50K.</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDM1OTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are exclusively partnering with growing company to recruit a Tax Manager. Based in London with hybrid working model.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Tax Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage global and international tax filings (CT600, CFC, CIR, Hybrid Mismatch).</li><li>Manage R&D tax claims and ensure compliance with transfer pricing regulations.</li><li>Handle tax audits, inquiries, and liaise with tax authorities.</li><li>Collaborate with HMRC, legal, HR, and other departments on tax policy updates.</li><li>Advise on employee tax matters (PSA, BIK, status assessments) and support payroll.</li><li>Review VAT returns and coordinate related tasks (groupings, capital goods, R&D credits).</li><li>Monitor tax legislation changes and their impact on the business.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Tax Advisory</strong></p><ul><li>Advise on tax strategy, structuring, governance, M&A, and employee benefits.</li><li>Proactively manage emerging tax risks and opportunities.</li><li>Lead tax due diligence for transactions.</li><li>Coordinate with cross-functional teams on advisory projects.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Ideal Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>CTA or equivalent or ACA/ACCA with tax experience</li><li>Technical corporation, employment and value added tax knowledge</li><li>Experience with or understanding of R&D tax claim</li><li>An understanding of tax accounting</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/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuMzc3NTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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>Robert Half are partnering with a PE backed Renewable Energy business that are looking to hire a Project Accountant. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Company</strong></p><p>This innovative company recycles waste and converts it into energy. They are private-equity backed, and have seen great growth across the past few years. Robert Half have partnered with this business on multiple occasions, and the team that we have hired here have all developed and continuted to progress their careers. This business is based in central London. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p>This role will support site managers with budgeting, forecasting, managament accounts as well as giving accurate costs and gross margins for the multiple sites. This role will be responsible for preparing the monthly accounts and not only business partnering with site managers, but also senior stakeholders in Head Office. This role won't manage and will be based in London. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p>The successful candidate for the Project Accountant position will be commercially minded, confident, happy to discuss finances with non-financial colleagues and will have experience of owning a P&L and management accounts. Ideally you will be qualified/finalist level with ACA/ACCA/CIMA. This role will report into the Head of Finance and will liaise with many people across the business. This role has great opportunity to further your business partnering skills. This position is based in London with travel across the UK on a monthly basis. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>This position is £55,000 - £70,000 depending on experience as well as bonus. </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/TG91aXNlLkR1ZGxleS5Kb25lcy40NDk0Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Project Accountant on behalf of a Specialist Manufacturing business with offices in Bedford.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Project Accountant Capital Accountant you support all project reporting and forecasting for the business working closely with Project Teams to produce increased WIP reporting and forecasts for presentation to the senior management team and external customers. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Produce Flash Orders, revenue and margin reports</li><li>Contract accounting Revenue recognition IFRS15, margin reporting</li><li>Calculate monthly provision analysis</li><li>Producing a monthly cost of sales forecast</li><li>Produce a contract profitability analysis detailing revenue and margin by contract.</li><li>Produce supporting monthly balance sheet reconciliations for contract Asset and liability balances and provisions.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and 5 year planning</li><li>Attend monthly contract status review meetings</li><li>Attend project profitability meetings, supporting Project managers.</li><li>Attend some bid meetings</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant with previous experience within Project Accounting in a fast paced complex business with experience of working with project managers and with excellent excel and spreadsheet modelling skills. You will have the ability to work across finance and non-finance teams, senior stakeholder groups and wider contacts. This is an excellent opportunity within a changing and developing business.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Project Accountant is based in the office 3 days a week in Bedford 2 from home and offering a salary up to 60K + Benefits</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTU4ODYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="123" data-end="313">Robert Half Technology are assisting a market-leading retail organisation to recruit an Okta Engineer on a contract basis. Remote working - UK based.</p><p data-start="315" data-end="1205"><strong data-start="315" data-end="323">Role</strong><br data-start="323" / data-end="326"> * The Okta Engineer will design, implement, and maintain enterprise-level Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions using Okta Identity Cloud or Okta Identity Governance.<br data-end="521" / data-start="518"> * Collaborate with IT, security, and application teams to meet IAM requirements and ensure secure access to retail systems and applications.<br data-start="661" / data-end="664"> * Integrate Okta with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), directory services (Active Directory, LDAP), and SaaS or custom retail applications.<br data-start="805" / data-end="808"> * Build and maintain Okta workflows, automation, and SCIM integrations.<br / data-end="882" data-start="879"> * Develop technical design documents, integration patterns, and enforce IAM policies in line with security best practices.<br data-start="1004" / data-end="1007"> * Troubleshoot and resolve IAM issues efficiently, ensuring compliance and governance standards are met.<br data-start="1111" / data-end="1114"> * Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in identity management and security.</p><p data-end="2047" data-start="1207"><strong data-start="1207" data-end="1218">Profile</strong><br data-start="1218" data-end="1221" /> * Expertise in Okta Identity Cloud (SSO, MFA, Lifecycle Management, Universal Directory) or Okta Identity Governance.<br data-end="1349" / data-start="1346"> * Strong understanding of IAM principles including RBAC, privileged access, and identity governance.<br data-start="1449" / data-end="1452"> * Proficiency in authentication protocols such as SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect.<br data-end="1541" / data-start="1538"> * Hands-on experience with Okta Workflows, SCIM, automation, and integrating Okta with various platforms.<br data-start="1650" data-end="1653" /> * Familiarity with web technologies: XML, JSON, REST.<br data-end="1713" / data-start="1710"> * Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions and implement identity governance strategies.<br data-end="1831" / data-start="1828"> * Okta Certified Engineer or Consultant preferred.<br data-end="1888" / data-start="1885"> * 3-5 years of hands-on experience with Okta Identity Cloud or Okta Identity Governance.<br / data-end="1979" data-start="1976"> * Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and collaboration skills.</p><p data-end="2131" data-start="2049">Company<br data-start="2060" / data-end="2063"> * Market-leading retail organisation<br data-start="2099" / data-end="2102"> * Remote working - UK based</p><p data-end="2253" data-start="2133"><strong data-start="2133" data-end="2154">Salary & Benefits</strong><br data-start="2154" data-end="2157" /> The salary range/rates of pay are dependent upon your experience, qualifications, or training</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QWxmaWUuUm93ZXR0LjAwNjQzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Analyst - Bedfordshire</strong></p><p>Robert Half are working in partnership with a world-class organisation to recruit an Accounts Payable Analyst based in Bedfordshire.</p><p><strong>Salary between £30-35k</strong></p><p>Generous benefits are:</p><ul><li>Life Cover</li><li>Access to a wide range of discounts</li><li>Recognition awards</li><li>Healthcare cashback plans</li><li>Generous holiday benefits</li><li>Contributory pension schemes - 10%!</li><li>Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.</li><li>Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.</li></ul><p data-end="187" data-start="142"> </p><p data-end="187" data-start="142">We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented finance professional to manage the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and comprehensive reporting. You will work closely with internal teams and external suppliers, resolve queries, and support cash flow management, while contributing to process improvements within the AP function.</p><p data-end="754" data-start="705"><strong data-end="722" data-start="705">Reporting to:</strong> Head of Transactional Finance</p><p data-end="783" data-start="756"><strong data-end="781" data-start="756">Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyse monthly AP balances and reconciliations</li><li>Generate and verify balance sheet reconciliations for supplier accounts</li><li>Assist in defining KPIs for the Purchase-to-Pay process and report departmental performance</li><li>Monitor late payments and resolve underlying issues</li><li>Process invoices efficiently and manage any invoice holds</li><li>Analyse and reconcile employee expenses and company credit card activity</li><li>Manage petty cash and ad-hoc bookkeeping tasks</li><li>Support key change initiatives and continuous improvement within AP</li><li>Provide ad-hoc reporting to line managers and stakeholders</li><li>Provide cover for other members of the Transactions Team as required</li></ul><p data-start="1475" data-end="1501"><strong data-start="1475" data-end="1499">Skills & Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience working within an Accounts Payable function</li><li>Proficiency with accounting software and Excel</li><li>Experience producing AP reports and dashboards</li><li>Knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations (desirable)</li><li>Strong organisational, analytical, and multitasking skills</li><li>Clear verbal and written communication with colleagues, management, and suppliers</li></ul><p data-end="1898" data-start="1872"><strong data-end="1896" data-start="1872">Personal Attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Proactive, inquisitive, and action-oriented</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Collaborative team player</li><li>Adheres to health and safety practices</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTE5ODcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Construction Business | Central London (5 days office-based)</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnerting with a growing <strong>construction business</strong> operating across London is seeking a <strong>hands-on Financial Controller</strong> to take full ownership of the day-to-day finance function.</p><p>This is a <strong>highly visible, operational role</strong>, working closely with senior leadership, commercial (QS) teams and site teams. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening month-end reporting, tightening controls, and providing clear financial insight to support decision-making across live projects.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><p><strong>Subcontractor Payments & CIS</strong></p><ul><li><p>End-to-end management of subcontractor payments</p></li><li><p>Reconciliation of subcontractor liabilities against the liabilities schedule</p></li><li><p>Review and validation of subcontractor documentation for accuracy and compliance</p></li><li><p>Checking payment certificates, ensuring correct treatment of retentions, discounts, and CIS splits</p></li><li><p>Posting subcontractor costs and certificates into Eque2</p></li><li><p>Logging, managing, and reporting CIS payments</p></li><li><p>Processing payment runs in Sage and uploading to the bank for approval</p></li></ul><p><strong>Team & Process Oversight</strong></p><ul><li><p>Day-to-day management of a finance team member, ensuring weekly and monthly tasks are completed accurately and on time</p></li><li><p>Maintaining strong financial controls, processes, and reporting discipline</p></li><li><p>Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and visibility across the finance function</p></li></ul><h3>Working Pattern</h3><ul><li><p><strong>Fully office-based role, 5 days per week (Monday-Friday)</strong></p></li><li><p>Candidates must be comfortable working on-site due to the hands-on nature of the role and close collaboration with operational and commercial teams</p></li></ul><h3>Ideal Candidate Profile</h3><ul><li><p><strong>QBE or professionally qualified</strong> (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)</p></li><li><p>Strong experience within <strong>construction finance</strong></p></li><li><p>Confident user of <strong>Eque2 and Sage</strong></p></li><li><p>Solid understanding of <strong>CIS, subcontractor accounting, CVR, and project cost control</strong></p></li><li><p>Hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a growing SME environment</p></li></ul><h3>Why Join?</h3><ul><li><p>High-impact role with genuine ownership and autonomy</p></li><li><p>Close exposure to senior management and commercial decision-making</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to professionalise and improve finance processes</p></li><li><p>Growing business with scope for the role to evolve over time</p></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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi45NTc0My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is working with a well-established, growth-focused financial services organisation to recruit a Credit Risk Team Lead. This role sits within a developing credit function and offers the opportunity to lead a team while helping to embed robust credit risk practices in a dynamic, regulated environment.</p><p>This position is well suited to an experienced credit risk professional who enjoys balancing hands-on oversight with people leadership and stakeholder engagement.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Credit Risk Team Lead, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a credit risk team, ensuring consistent, high-quality credit decisioning and strong adherence to policies and controls. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to support effective risk management and ongoing process improvement.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, manage, and develop a team of credit risk professionals, including performance management and coaching</li><li>Oversee credit assessment and decisioning processes in line with agreed risk appetite and policies</li><li>Support the development, documentation, and implementation of credit risk policies and procedures</li><li>Produce and deliver regular risk reporting and insights to senior stakeholders</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to ensure credit risk practices align with wider business requirements</li><li>Drive continuous improvement of credit processes, controls, and quality assurance activities</li><li>Support training and knowledge sharing within the credit risk function</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years' experience in credit risk, underwriting, or a related risk discipline</li><li>Previous experience in a supervisory or team leadership capacity</li><li>Strong understanding of credit risk assessment, portfolio monitoring, and governance frameworks</li><li>Analytical and detail-oriented, with sound judgement in risk decisioning</li><li>Effective communicator, comfortable engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders</li><li>Well organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><p><strong>Salary and Benefits</strong></p><p>The role of Credit Risk Team Lead is offered with hybrid working for a salary of up to £95,000 DOE plus bonus and benefits.</p><p>This is a great opportunity for a credit risk professional looking to step into or further develop a leadership role within a stable yet evolving organisation.</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjkzMjczLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Purpose On a contract basis, be an extra pair of hands working closely with the CPO and HR team to drive a variety of operational and strategic HR activities. With a significant business transformational change agenda, they will work closely with the business to help identify, build and/or embed effective HR efficiencies within the people space. This role will involve being hands-on role working across all levels of the organisation. Key Responsibilities may include: Transformational change * Work with the CPO to implement and effect business change activities. Proactively identify and manage risks and issues as they arise, ensuring that the necessary strategies to deliver practical and pragmatic solutions are put in place * Work with the CPO and HR Operations Partner with preparing and implementing new/improved HR processes through providing input and research as well as proof reading papers and policies ahead of launch Talent Management * Manage recruitment processes end to end * Collaborate with the HR Operations Partner to ensure a smooth and effective onboarding process and positive employee onboarding experience * Influence workforce planning, talent management and succession planning Remuneration and Benefits * Work closely with the HR team to plan, educate and implement our employee benefits and remuneration offering * Lead specific projects and/or support the ongoing improvements in rem & bens * Lead the design and implementation of our learning and development agenda including tracking spend to budget. Sometimes this will involve facilitating the training yourself Other activities will include: * Oversee the monthly payroll process, acting as the 2nd pair of eyes in terms of review and sign off * Coach and mentor colleagues within HR, sharing best practice and ultimately upskilling others * Maintain high standards of professionalism at all times. Adheres to the conduct rules expected of a Conduct employee under the SMCR. Key Skills and Experience Essential * Experience of working in the Financial Services sector is essential * Motivated working in a busy, friendly, sociable working environment * Strong business acumen with a client-focused outlook. They will have the ability to translate HR knowledge into something management and leaders can relate to * Demonstratable experience of juggling busy workloads effectively, prioritising and who is confident with project plans * Excellent organisational skills, an eye for accuracy and are a completer/finisher * Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders across a generalist HR remit in Financial Services * Expertise and up to date knowledge in HR disciplines particularly employee relations given the changing UK landscape * Excellent communication (written and oral) and problem-solving skills * Ability to manage ambiguity and drive change.</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/UmVtaS5HYXkuMDcwODUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Project Finance Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with Project Directors and Architects to manage budgets, forecasts, and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Coordinate and process changes to project financials - including scope adjustments, fee variations, and resourcing changes - ensuring updates are accurately reflected across the accounting system, forecasts, and internal reports.</li><li>Review and reconcile project amendments to maintain consistency between contractual documentation, project schedules, and accounting.</li><li>Produce and maintain project forecast vs. actual reports; identify deviations, analyse causes, and support corrective actions.</li><li>Provide clear insight to senior leadership on revenue recognition, utilisation, and margin performance.</li><li>Oversee invoicing and WIP management, ensuring revenue is recognised in line with project progress and contractual milestones.</li><li>Liaise with project leads to monitor sub-consultant and supplier costs and ensure timely approvals and billing.</li><li>Support compliance with timesheet completion and data integrity for all project-related entries.</li></ul><p> <strong>Financial and Management Accounting:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare project and department-level profitability reporting for internal review and consolidation.</li><li>Support credit control and cashflow forecasting through accurate monitoring of project billings and receipts.</li><li>Support the Head of Financial Reporting & Control in implementing and refining project accounting procedures, including fee change tracking, project closeout reconciliations, and variance analysis.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement of financial systems and ensuring data consistency and workflow efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified or finalist accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA).</li><li>Strong experience in project accounting, ideally within architecture, engineering, or professional services.</li><li>Strong understanding of project costing, WIP, and margin analysis.</li><li>Excellent Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modelling).</li><li>Experience with Sage 200, Deltek, or similar project accounting systems.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, analytical mindset, and commercial awareness.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with creative teams.</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/V2lsbC5UcmV2b3IuMjk5NzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Reporting Accountant - £300 - £350 per day - 3/6-month contract - 1 day in office - West Reading</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>My client requires a Reporting Accountant for a period of 6 months. This is a varied role working for a business that truly values its employees. Ideally the candidate would have experience working in the tech sector but this is not essential.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Job Accountabilities/Targets:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts and financial commentary each month on time and reporting results to the management team.</li><li>Work with the Billing team to improve the financial reporting in preparation for the monthly Management Accounts</li><li>Manage and pay the VAT returns as per HMRC requirements.</li><li>Manage and pay the P11D and PAYE process as per HMRC requirements</li><li>Responsible for accruals and prepayments</li><li>Prepare Balance Sheet reconciliations and explain any significant movements.</li><li>Assist and work with the external auditors as and when required</li><li>Review financial data and prepare weekly, monthly and annual reports</li><li>Ensure financial controls, processes and risks are followed in accordance with those set</li><li>Identify potential process and control weaknesses with recommended solutions.</li><li>Work with FP&A analyst to provide commentary around customer and product profitability.</li><li>Review of projects against budget to ensure billing and classification accuracy.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p>What you will need to be successful:</p><ul><li>Newly qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA (a strong part qualified candidate will be considered)</li><li>Technology sector experience is highly desirable.</li><li>Practice background with a blend of accounting experience advantageous</li><li>Advanced knowledge of Excel (Pivot, vlookup, sumif etc)</li><li>A working knowledge of PowerBI is advantageous</li><li>Proactive & organised with a good attention to detail</li><li>Excellent written and verbal English</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/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS44OTQyNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Are you a seasoned and experienced senior Finance Professional looking for a new challenge? Would you like to work for a well established Asset Management firm based in London's West End? Are you both strategic and hands on, with experience managing stakeholders at all levels?</p><p>As the successful candidate you will be able to roll your sleeves up, be in the detail and embrace being in the weeds of the company's numbers. You will also have access and offer strategic finance guidance to Director level stakeholders which makes this role varied and exciting.</p><p>Other key Responsibilities include;</p><p>* Preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting schedules</p><p>* Quarterly reporting including variance analysis vs budget, revenue and cost analysis & balance sheet reconciliations</p><p>* Ongoing data reporting and analysis</p><p>* Oversight of monthly payroll</p><p>* Annual bonus, pay review, P11D and PSA processes</p><p>* Preparation and review of quarterly VAT returns as part of the group VAT process</p><p>* Partial exemption calculations and reconciliations</p><p>* Preparation of tax schedules for annual partnership tax returns</p><p>* Liaison with tax advisers and partners Regulatory & Statutory Reporting</p><p>* Oversight of FCA regulatory reporting</p><p>* Lead role in the annual and half-year budget process</p><p>* Preparation of annual statutory financial statements</p><p>* Preparation of detailed audit schedules and responses</p><p> </p><p>In return we offer a great salary and benefits package, hybrid working policy and the chance to work for growing stable company with a brilliant culture of collaboration and stability.</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/UGhpbGlwLkJvZGVuLjU4NzgzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="0" data-end="19"><strong data-end="19" data-start="0">Job Description</strong></p><p data-start="21" data-end="362">This role provides accurate and timely administrative and accounting support to the finance function, ensuring strict deadlines are consistently met. The position requires a high level of attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities while working both independently and as part of a team.</p><p data-end="388" data-start="364"><strong data-start="364" data-end="388">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-start="389" data-end="1236"><li data-end="604" data-start="389"><p data-start="391" data-end="604">Process a high volume of accounts payable invoices using accounting systems (e.g. Xero), including data entry or import, uploading invoices and supporting documentation, obtaining approvals, and accurate coding.</p></li><li data-end="664" data-start="605"><p data-end="664" data-start="607">Prepare and issue remittance advices following payment.</p></li><li data-start="665" data-end="757"><p data-start="667" data-end="757">Assist with preparing data for upload to the bank for approval of weekly payment cycles.</p></li><li data-start="758" data-end="911"><p data-start="760" data-end="911">Respond to internal and external queries via email by liaising with relevant departments and utilising accounting systems to resolve issues promptly.</p></li><li data-start="912" data-end="1040"><p data-start="914" data-end="1040">Perform supplier statement reconciliations and daily bank reconciliations to ensure accurate and complete financial records.</p></li><li data-end="1141" data-start="1041"><p data-end="1141" data-start="1043">Support monthly customer invoicing processes, including preparation of supporting documentation.</p></li><li data-end="1236" data-start="1142"><p data-end="1236" data-start="1144">Provide administrative and transactional assistance to the wider finance team as required.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1238" data-end="1480">All duties must be carried out in line with applicable quality management and information security requirements, maintaining confidentiality at all times and acting impartially, with any potential conflicts of interest declared to management.</p><p data-start="1482" data-end="1507"><strong data-start="1482" data-end="1507">Skills and Attributes</strong></p><p data-end="1839" data-start="1509">The successful candidate will be highly IT literate, with strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, and the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to liaising with operational teams and other departments.</p><p data-end="2231" data-start="1841">This role requires sound day-to-day decision-making, effective time management, and a high level of attention to detail, particularly when working with large volumes of data. The ability to self-manage workload and priorities, work accurately, and consistently meet deadlines is critical. A flexible, team-focused "can-do" attitude is expected to support the changing needs of the business.</p><p data-start="2233" data-end="2266"><strong data-start="2233" data-end="2266">Qualifications and Experience</strong></p><p data-start="2268" data-is-only-node="" data-is-last-node="" data-end="2362">Previous experience working in a similar administrative or accounting environment is required.</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/Q2hhcmxlcy5QZW5tYW4uNDkzNjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> ****GROUP FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER - READING****</p><p> </p><p>My client is a well renowned and established player in the construction sector with a wide network of businesses within its complex group structure. Based from their Reading HQ they now seek to recruit an experienced regional business partner to support the forecasting, budgeting, pricing and performance of three key units within the group. You will work directly with their commercial teams and leadership to influence pricing, contract delivery and revenue recognition throughout the life cycle of each project, and as a result this would require an experienced finance leader with hands on sector experience.</p><p><strong>DUTIES:</strong></p><ul><li>Drive the month end review process and year end close to gain clear understanding of P&L, Cashflow and Balance Sheet performance Financial Planning & Analysis </li><li>Preparation of annual financial budgets and periodic forecasts for P&L, balance sheet and cashflow </li><li>Improve and embed 'FP&A' quality reporting across the finance teams </li><li>Support DFD in improving the quality of commercial insight / commentary of business performance and developing "business partnering" capability </li><li>Prepare and deliver commercial performance reports for internal and external stakeholders </li><li>Drive improvements in reporting tools and processes to ensure accurate, timely data Page 2 of 2 Project Work </li><li>Develop and extend the use of Datarails across the group companies, to improve financial insight and monthly reporting</li><li>Work with other Divisional and Group Finance Teams to standardise and streamline operations through process and systems changes </li><li>Support DFD and company MDs in evaluating business initiatives / commercial proposal</li><li>Support the completion of monthly management accounts, in line with Group deadlines </li><li>Support the integrity of the balance sheet through regular monthly reconciliations and reviews </li><li>Co-ordinating the management of cash flow and cash flow projections across the entities </li><li>Ensure the business follows all required internal procedures and legislation </li><li>Support the annual audit, liaising with the external auditors and other stakeholders </li></ul><p> </p><p>This role would require some limited travel (2-3 days per month initially) to sites in the East and North of the UK</p><p><strong>In return, they can offer:</strong></p><ul><li>Up to £110k P/A based on the experience of the candidate</li><li>Car allowance of £6500 P/A</li><li>Up to 20% performance related bonus</li><li>Competitive health and life pack</li><li>Work from home flexibility 2 days per week</li><li>Other great benefits on application</li><li>And the opportunity to develop under an impressive Group Finance Director.</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/U2ViYXN0aWFuLkJlbnRsZXkuODkyMjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> is recruiting a <strong>Temporary Secretariat Support Officer</strong> on behalf of a client based in <strong>Saffron Walden</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance or board administrator to provide high-level secretariat support during a period of cover, working closely with senior leaders.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the <strong>Chief of Staff</strong>, you will support the <strong>Governance & Secretariat function</strong>, ensuring the smooth and compliant operation of Board and Committee meetings.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li><p>Preparing for Board and Committee meetings, including drafting agendas, scheduling meetings, and collating papers</p></li><li><p>Providing on-site and virtual administrative support (room bookings, technology setup, attendance management)</p></li><li><p>Taking accurate minutes, capturing decisions and actions, and circulating documentation promptly</p></li><li><p>Maintaining action logs, registers, and governance records</p></li><li><p>Supporting governance and compliance processes, ensuring confidentiality and information security</p></li><li><p>Building effective working relationships with Non-Executive Directors, Executive Directors, and senior stakeholders</p></li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li><p>Proven experience in <strong>Secretariat Services</strong>, including Board or Committee administration</p></li><li><p>Experience working within a <strong>regulated or complex organisation</strong></p></li><li><p>Confidence supporting senior leadership, including NEDs and Executive teams</p></li><li><p>Strong minute-taking, organisation, and document management skills</p></li><li><p>Excellent attention to detail, planning, and time management</p></li><li><p>Clear and professional written and verbal communication</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with board/committee portals (e.g. <strong>Diligent</strong>) and governance frameworks</p></li><li><p>A professional qualification or training in company/board secretarial practice (e.g. <strong>CGI/ICSA</strong>) is desirable but not essential</p></li></ul><p><strong>Why apply?</strong></p><p>This temporary assignment offers the chance to:</p><ul><li><p>Support effective governance and decision-making at Board level</p></li><li><p>Work closely with senior leaders in a professional, high-impact environment</p></li><li><p>Further develop your secretariat and governance experience</p></li></ul><p>Please note: <strong>occasional early morning or evening availability</strong> and <strong>travel to meeting locations</strong> may be required.</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/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjQxNzAzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<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">
<p>Robert Half have partnered with a global consultancy firm to recruit for a highly experienced VMware Architect to support a large-scale VMware Cloud 9 deployment on an inital 5 months contract, for a global financial services client. </p><p>This role will focus on VCF enablement, architecture design, build, and adoption, ensuring the platform is production-ready and aligned with enterprise standards.</p><h3 data-start="1007" data-end="1035"><strong data-end="1035" data-start="1011">Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-start="1036" data-end="1487"><li data-end="1108" data-start="1036">Lead VCF architecture design and implementation for VMware Cloud 9</li><li data-end="1180" data-start="1109">Support VCF ennoblement, including platform readiness and adoption</li><li data-start="1181" data-end="1261">Design and build core VCF components (compute, storage, networking, lifecycle)</li><li data-start="1262" data-end="1341">Provide architectural guidance and best practices for enterprise environments</li><li data-start="1342" data-end="1423">Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure successful delivery</li><li data-end="1487" data-start="1424">Support troubleshooting, optimisation, and knowledge transfer</li></ul><h3 data-end="1525" data-start="1489"><strong data-end="1525" data-start="1493">Experience:</strong></h3><ul data-end="2063" data-start="1923"><li data-start="1526" data-end="1592">Deep expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) architecture</li><li data-end="1669" data-start="1593">Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise VCF environments</li><li data-start="1670" data-end="1748">Strong understanding of VMware full stack (vSphere, NSX, vSAN, SDDC Manager)</li><li data-start="1749" data-end="1834">Experience supporting cloud modernisation initiatives in regulated environments</li><li data-start="1835" data-end="1900">Ability to work independently in a part-time, advisory capacity</li><li data-start="1923" data-end="1983">Financial services or highly regulated industry experience</li><li data-end="2063" data-start="1984">Prior involvement in VMware Cloud major version upgrades or greenfield builds</li></ul><p><strong>Company:</strong></p><ul><li>Initial 5 Month Contract </li><li>Global consultancy firm</li><li> Competitive day rate</li><li> Hybrid working - 3 days based in London</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/YW5kcmUuZ2FyZGVuZXJtY2ZhcmxhbmUuMzEwNTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Site Accountant - Manufacturing SME<br />Location: Aston | Salary: Up to £50,000<br /><br />Are you a hands-on finance professional ready to own the numbers for a manufacturing site that's #1 in finance? Our SME is looking for a Site Accountant who can combine day-to-day transactional work with strategic business partnering to make a real impact.<br /><br /><strong>What you'll do:</strong><br /><br />Own site accounts from start to finish - preparation, reporting, and accuracy<br />Manage all transactional finance processes efficiently<br />Partner with the General Manager, providing insight to support commercial decisions<br />Be the go-to finance expert on site, helping drive business performance<br /><br /><strong>What we're looking for:</strong><br /><br />Solid manufacturing finance experience, ideally in an SME<br />Skilled in accounts preparation and transactional finance<br />Confident, proactive, and commercially minded<br />Excellent communicator who can translate numbers into action<br /><br /><strong>Why this role stands out:</strong><br /><br />Work in a site that leads the way in finance<br />Take ownership of a critical finance function<br />Join a supportive, dynamic SME 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/Q2FpdGxpbi5TbWl0aC44NjUzMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
