<h2 data-end="393" data-start="326"><strong data-start="329" data-end="391">Mergers & Acquisitions Accountant</strong></h2><p data-end="653" data-start="394"><strong data-start="394" data-end="407">Location:</strong> Central Cardiff (Hybrid - typically 2-3 days per week in the office)<br data-end="479" data-start="476" /><strong data-start="479" data-end="497">Contract Type:</strong> 12-month fixed-term contract, potential to become permanent<br data-start="557" / data-end="560"><strong data-end="571" data-start="560">Salary:</strong> £65,000 per annum (FTE) + benefits<br data-end="609" data-start="606" /><strong data-start="609" data-end="622">Industry:</strong> Research & Development (R&D)</p><h3 data-start="660" data-end="687"><strong data-start="664" data-end="685">About the Company</strong></h3><p data-start="688" data-end="1006">Our client is a rapidly expanding <strong data-start="722" data-end="742">R&D organisation</strong> at the forefront of scientific and technological innovation. Operating across multiple international sites, the company is pursuing a strategy of growth through targeted acquisitions, investing in new capabilities and markets to strengthen its global footprint.</p><p data-start="1008" data-end="1374">This <strong data-end="1188" data-start="1173">hybrid role</strong> combines hands-on financial management, transactional support, and post-acquisition integration, including <strong data-end="1371" data-start="1296">migration of newly acquired businesses onto the Group's D365 ERP system</strong>.</p><h3 data-end="1404" data-start="1381"><strong data-start="1385" data-end="1402">Role Overview</strong></h3><p data-start="1405" data-end="1812">The <strong data-end="1427" data-start="1409">M&A Accountant</strong> will play a central role in managing the financial aspects of acquisitions from due diligence through to post-deal integration. Working closely with the Head of Finance, Corporate Development, and Systems teams, you will provide financial analysis, support decision-making, and ensure that newly acquired entities are efficiently transitioned onto group reporting and ERP platforms.</p><p data-start="1814" data-end="1967">This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong, commercially aware accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.</p><h3 data-start="1974" data-end="2004"><strong data-end="2002" data-start="1978">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><p data-start="2006" data-end="2028"><strong data-start="2006" data-end="2026">Pre-Acquisition:</strong></p><ul data-start="2029" data-end="2518"><li data-start="2029" data-end="2105"><p data-end="2105" data-start="2031">Support all financial aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and investments.</p></li><li data-end="2205" data-start="2106"><p data-start="2108" data-end="2205">Conduct financial due diligence, performance analysis, and risk evaluation of target companies.</p></li><li data-end="2320" data-start="2206"><p data-start="2208" data-end="2320">Build, review, and interpret complex financial models and forecasts to support valuation and deal structuring.</p></li><li data-start="2321" data-end="2396"><p data-start="2323" data-end="2396">Prepare investment appraisals, board papers, and acquisition proposals.</p></li><li data-start="2397" data-end="2518"><p data-end="2518" data-start="2399">Work collaboratively with external advisors (corporate finance, legal, and tax) throughout the transaction lifecycle.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2555" data-start="2520"><strong data-end="2553" data-start="2520">Post-Acquisition Integration:</strong></p><ul data-start="3259" data-end="3731"><li data-end="2685" data-start="2556"><p data-end="2685" data-start="2558">Lead the <strong data-end="2615" data-start="2567">financial integration of acquired businesses</strong>, aligning accounting, reporting, and controls with group standards.</p></li><li data-end="2825" data-start="2686"><p data-start="2688" data-end="2825">Manage the <strong data-start="2699" data-end="2771">migration of new entities onto the Group's Microsoft D365 ERP system</strong>, working closely with finance and IT project teams.</p></li><li data-start="2826" data-end="2914"><p data-end="2914" data-start="2828">Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data during migration and system setup.</p></li><li data-start="2915" data-end="3013"><p data-end="3013" data-start="2917">Standardise chart of accounts, reporting structures, and financial processes across the group.</p></li><li data-end="3095" data-start="3014"><p data-start="3016" data-end="3095">Support testing, validation, and end-user training during ERP implementation.</p></li><li data-end="3224" data-start="3096"><p data-end="3224" data-start="3098">Deliver post-acquisition reporting and performance tracking to ensure synergy delivery and visibility of financial outcomes.</p></li></ul><p><strong data-start="3742" data-end="3773">Qualifications & Experience</strong></p><ul data-end="4701" data-start="3776"><li data-end="3841" data-start="3776"><p data-start="3778" data-end="3841">Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent).</p></li><li data-start="3842" data-end="3987"><p data-end="3987" data-start="3844">Proven experience in <strong data-start="3865" data-end="3872">M&A</strong>, <strong data-end="3895" data-start="3874">corporate finance</strong>, or <strong data-start="3900" data-end="3924">transaction services</strong>, ideally within a multinational or fast-growing environment.</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p> <br><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uODE5NTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are currently recruiting for an Interim Insurance Administrator to join a client based in North Bristol for a short temporary assignment for 1 month. This role is office based and has free parking available. </p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Insurance Administrator</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£28,000 - £30,000 </p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>1 month </p><p><strong>Start date: </strong>ASAP</p><p><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Office based, 37.5 hour working week</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities include: </strong></p><ul><li>Processing invoices</li><li>Accurate data entry </li><li>Chasing up invoices </li><li>Resolving queries </li></ul><p><strong>Skills/Experience needed:</strong></p><ul><li>Confident communicator </li><li>High attention to detail</li><li>Ability to manage own workload </li><li>Team player</li><li>Computer literate</li><li>Methodical worker </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/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjcwOTM1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are currently supporting a business based in Westerleigh who are looking for an interim Finance Administrator to join their team on a one day a week basis for 6 months. </p><p>This role presents an opportunity for an organised individual with a good attitude or previous office experience to contribute to the efficient functioning of the team.</p><p><strong>Job Role: Finance Administrator</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £24,000 - £26,000</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 Months</p><p><strong>Part Time: </strong>One day a week</p><p><strong>Hours: </strong>7.5</p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Westerleigh, Bristol</p><p><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Onsite</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Issuing PODs</li><li>Managing inbox queries</li><li>Updating Excel Spreadsheets</li><li>Invoice processing</li><li>Sending invoice backing documentation</li><li>Adhoc duties as required.</li></ul><p>For more information on this role, apply online or contact Lewis Young on 0117 993 5400.</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/bGV3aXMueW91bmcuMzg5MTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
