<p>An experienced and commercially astute Head of Financial Planning & Analysis is sought to lead the financial insight and planning capabilities of this Knutsford based pharmaceutical business.</p><p>Robert Half is proud to be partnering this expanding global business in the appointment of a Head of FP&A. </p><p>The business is a leading medical communications and healthcare consultancy group, serving clients across biotech, pharma, and healthcare technology. It is due to the growth that an opportunity has arisen to lead the companies FP&A function. This role is critical to supporting strategic decision-making across the business, providing high-quality analysis, reporting, and business partnering. You will lead a team of four Finance Business Partners and own the development of financial reporting through Power BI to ensure data-driven performance management across the company.</p><p>Reporting into the Group CFO, duties will include: </p><p><strong>Strategic Planning & Forecasting </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-term planning processes in close collaboration with the leadership team</li><li>Align financial plans with business objectives, market dynamics, and operational drivers</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Analysis </strong></p><ul><li>Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting across the business using Power BI dashboards and reports</li><li>Oversee analysis of revenue, margin, and cost drivers across service lines, geographies, therapeutic areas and clients</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Business partnering </strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coach a team of 4 Finance Business Partners, supporting their engagement with senior leaders across the business</li><li>Ensure the FP&A team is an effective partner to the business, driving accountability and financial understanding.</li><li>Work closely with commercial leads to evaluate client profitability, pricing models, and project-level performance</li></ul><p><strong>Decision Support & Commercial Insight </strong></p><ul><li>Support strategic decision-making through scenario modelling, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI evaluations.</li><li>Provide financial input into new business opportunities, client proposals, and contract negotiations</li><li>Identify risks and opportunities to help drive financial performance improvement.</li><li>Where needed, support on due ad hoc diligence and reporting for current/prospective capital providers, and future transactions (e.g. M&A, refinancing and exit)</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance collaborative culture </li><li>Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and support the career development of team members</li></ul><p><strong>Experience and qualifications: </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 5-7 years of progressive experience in FP&A roles</li><li>Experience in a people based business where most of the revenue was derived by fixed project fee billing.</li><li>Strong track record of delivering high-quality financial planning, analysis, and reporting in a dynamic environment</li><li>Proven leadership of a finance team and senior stakeholder engagement</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced user of Power BI with a demonstrable track record of building insightful, self-serve dashboards</li><li>Strong financial modelling and Excel capabilities</li></ul><p><strong>Personal attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Commercial mindset with strong analytical and strategic thinking</li><li>Hands-on, detail-oriented, and willing to roll up their sleeves and drive a strong financial grip on the business with an interest in the day-to-day minutiae of the business.</li><li>Excellent communication and storytelling skills, able to translate complex financial data into actionable insights</li><li>Confident, proactive, and collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, client-centric environment</li><li>A strong collaborator and team player able to operate at pace across the business, whilst instilling financial rigour and discipline</li><li>Ambitious, forward-looking and drives action with a solutions-oriented and improvement-focused mindset</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking investor backed business where you will see progression. This is a highly visible role, where you be able to add real value. Experience working in a fixed project fee billing environment is essential. </p><p>In return you will be rewarded with a market-leading salary and benefits package. Hybrid working with the requirement to be in the office 2 days per week. </p><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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjQ3MDgxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Salary:</strong> Up to £55,000 + benefits plus bonus</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid working (c. 3 days per week on-site)</p><p>Robert Half is working with a leading organisation in the manufacturing sector to recruit a Finance Business Partner. This is a key role within the finance team, supporting operational and strategic decision-making across a complex, multi-site environment.</p><p>You'll be responsible for providing financial insight, managing costs, and partnering with senior stakeholders to drive performance. This position offers excellent scope for progression and development within a growing finance function.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as a trusted partner to operational teams, providing financial analysis and guidance</li><li>Lead on cost management and reporting, ensuring accurate and timely information</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes</li><li>Deliver commercial insight to aid decision-making and improve efficiency</li><li>Work on systems improvements and contribute to finance transformation projects</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Part-qualified or qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent)</li><li>Experience in manufacturing is a must for this role</li><li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail</li><li>Comfortable working with non-finance stakeholders to influence and challenge</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNzU5ODkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for an Interim Finance Director based in the North West to work within a global retail business for 6 months.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Leading the financial control and reporting function across all group entities.</li><li>Support strategic and operational decision-making at the highest level.</li><li>Financial Reporting & Group Consolidation</li><li>Lead the preparation of monthly consolidated management accounts for the group.</li><li>Take full ownership of delivering the monthly board pack, including variance analysis, commentary, and KPIs.</li><li>Prepare quarterly and annual statutory accounts under IFRS/UK GAAP, ensuring audit readiness.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in reporting accuracy, timelines, and clarity. Cashflow & Performance Reporting</li><li>Partner with operational and commercial leads to manage cashflow risks and opportunities.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning.</li><li>Lead the annual budget and reforecast processes.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements across finance operations.</li><li>Manage and optimise ERP and reporting tools</li></ul><p><strong>What you will get in return: </strong></p><ul><li>6 month role</li><li>3 days on site</li><li>£500 per day</li><li>Immediate start</li><li>Must be qualified</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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuNjI5MzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller - Growing SME | Leeds | £70,000-£80,000 DOE</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting on behalf of a thriving business in Leeds that's seeking a <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to lead its finance function. This is a classic Financial Controller role offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, manage a small team, and support the business through its next phase of growth.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director you'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial and management accounting, ensuring robust financial controls, and providing strategic insight to support decision-making. You'll report directly to the senior leadership team and play a key role in driving performance and efficiency across the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring high performance and development</li><li>Oversee the production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning</li><li>Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and liaise with external auditors</li><li>Develop and maintain financial controls and processes</li><li>Provide commercial insight and support strategic planning</li><li>Partner with operational teams to drive business performance</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)</li><li>Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within an SME</li><li>Strong technical and commercial acumen</li><li>Experience managing and developing finance staff</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills</li><li>Hands-on approach with the ability to operate strategically and tactically</li></ul><p> <br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £70,000-£80,000, 25 days holidays, annual bonus, private medical<br /> <strong>Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent</p><p> </p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and capable finance leader to join a business with ambition and momentum.</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjk5MTE5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> Senior Finance Business Partner | £70,000 - £80,000 + benefits | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)</p><p>Robert Half has partnered exclusively with a fast-growing and forward-thinking organisation based in Cheshire. Due to continued growth and increased demand from their client base, a brand-new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to join the team.</p><p>This role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the chance to play a pivotal part in shaping commercial and financial strategy during an exciting period of expansion.</p><p>As Senior Finance Business Partner, you will:</p><ul><li>Provide commercial insight and analysis to support decision-making across sales, marketing, and operations</li><li>Take ownership of revenue reporting, forecasting and budgeting, ensuring leadership teams have clear visibility of performance</li><li>Lead the preparation of monthly and quarterly board packs, delivering meaningful financial and operational insight</li><li>Partner with senior stakeholders to develop systems, processes and reporting tools that drive efficiency and clarity</li><li>Contribute to data warehouse/reporting development, ensuring accurate, actionable insights for the executive team</li><li>Support the CFO with ad hoc projects, financial modelling, and strategic analysis</li></ul><p>About You</p><p>The company is looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with at least 5 years' post-qualification experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or a related discipline.</p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li>Strong analytical and financial modelling skills</li><li>Excellent business partnering and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach and the flexibility to support across both commercial and financial accounting tasks</li><li>Experience within consultancy, professional services, or a similar fast-paced, client-led environment (desirable)</li></ul><p>What's on Offer</p><ul><li>Salary £70,000 - £80,000 DOE</li><li>Hybrid working: 3 days office / 2 days home</li><li>Occasional travel to another UK office</li><li>Significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape financial strategy at the highest level</li></ul><p>This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys partnering with the business, and wants to make a real impact in a high-growth organisation.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi41OTE4My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="120" data-end="201"><strong data-end="199" data-start="120">Financial Controller | Construction Sector | £65,000 - £80,000 | Manchester</strong></p><p data-end="492" data-start="203">Robert Half is working with a fast-growing, forward-thinking construction group to recruit a Financial Controller. This senior position reports directly to the Board of Directors and offers the chance to shape and lead the finance function at a pivotal stage in the company's growth.</p><p data-end="847" data-start="494">You'll oversee a small, established finance team and take responsibility for all day-to-day financial operations, while also providing strategic insight at board level. This is a hands-on role that combines operational leadership with the opportunity to influence long-term planning, reporting, and systems improvements to support continued expansion.</p><h3 data-start="849" data-end="875">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="876" data-end="1476"><li data-start="876" data-end="941"><p data-start="878" data-end="941">Lead, develop, and mentor a small but dedicated finance team.</p></li><li data-start="942" data-end="1053"><p data-start="944" data-end="1053">Manage all core financial operations including management accounts, payroll, invoicing, and credit control.</p></li><li data-start="1054" data-end="1150"><p data-start="1056" data-end="1150">Act as the key finance voice at board level, delivering clear insight and strategic support.</p></li><li data-end="1269" data-start="1151"><p data-end="1269" data-start="1153">Partner with divisional leaders to strengthen controls, enhance reporting, and support commercial decision-making.</p></li><li data-end="1359" data-start="1270"><p data-start="1272" data-end="1359">Drive process improvements and implement scalable systems aligned to business growth.</p></li><li data-end="1476" data-start="1360"><p data-end="1476" data-start="1362">Provide a reliable "safe pair of hands" while contributing to future initiatives such as profit-sharing schemes.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1478" data-end="1493">About You</h3><ul data-start="1494" data-end="1959"><li data-end="1578" data-start="1494"><p data-end="1578" data-start="1496">Background in construction, contracting, or a related sector (highly desirable).</p></li><li data-end="1631" data-start="1579"><p data-start="1581" data-end="1631">ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or part-qualified).</p></li><li data-end="1688" data-start="1632"><p data-start="1634" data-end="1688">Experience in a growing, fast-paced SME environment.</p></li><li data-end="1773" data-start="1689"><p data-start="1691" data-end="1773">Strong communicator with the authority and confidence to operate at board level.</p></li><li data-end="1873" data-start="1774"><p data-start="1776" data-end="1873">Hands-on and pragmatic, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and day-to-day delivery.</p></li><li data-start="1874" data-end="1959"><p data-end="1959" data-start="1876">Ambitious, with a clear appetite to progress into a future Finance Director role.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1961" data-end="1974">Package</h3><ul data-start="1975" data-end="2154"><li data-end="2039" data-start="1975"><p data-end="2039" data-start="1977">£65,000 - £80,000 depending on experience and qualifications</p></li><li data-end="2090" data-start="2040"><p data-start="2042" data-end="2090">Standard benefits including pension & holidays</p></li><li data-end="2154" data-start="2091"><p data-start="2093" data-end="2154">Future opportunity to participate in profit-sharing schemes</p></li></ul><p data-end="2311" data-start="2156">This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior finance leadership role within a dynamic construction group, with a clear pathway to Finance Director.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi43NzExMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Location: Manchester City Centre(Hybrid)</p><p>Contract Type: Interim - 3 months<br /> Start Date: Immediate<br /> Industry: Technology / SaaS / Digital<br /> Day Rate: £450 a day</p><p>About the Role:</p><p>At Robert Half we are seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join a dynamic and fast paced tech business based in Manchester. This is a critical interim hire to support the Finance function through a period of transition and growth. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing strategic financial leadership, partnering closely with senior stakeholders, and ensuring robust financial controls and reporting.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead the day to day finance operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close.</li><li>Act as a trusted business partner to the executive leadership team, providing insightful analysis and financial guidance to support decision-making.</li><li>Manage and mentor a small finance team, driving performance and continuous improvement.</li><li>Oversee cash flow management and working capital optimisation.</li><li>Maintain and enhance internal controls, processes, and systems to ensure compliance and efficiency.</li><li>Support in preparation for investor and board reporting.</li><li>Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and other stakeholders as needed.</li><li>Assist with strategic projects including systems upgrades, process improvements, and potential M&A activity.</li></ul><p>Key Requirements:</p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Demonstrated team leadership and people development experience.</li><li>Ideally, experience working within or alongside private equity-backed businesses.</li><li>Available immediately.</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/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuMjc4NDAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
